William A. Cobb (Andy)
Onancock,VA
Summary
Ordained Doctoral Student with 22 years of experience as a Senior Pastor and a compelling calling to consistently exalt the Perfect Son of God through the careful exposition of the Holy Scriptures. Caring for the souls of those in his congregation, almost to the neglect of his own, and reaching for the souls of his community until they belong to Christ.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Pastor
Onancock Baptist Church
Onancock, Va
03.2014 - Current
- Initiated relationship-based discipleship programs.
- Equipped staff and lay leaders for effective community ministry.
- Contributed to growth of a healthy congregation's discipleship initiatives.
- Finalized comprehensive strategic plan for future growth.
- Eliminated debt and successfully executed initial phase of strategic plan.
Senior Pastor
Daleville Baptist Church
Daleville
01.2004 - 02.2014
- Hired by a congregation of about 25 as their next part-time pastor, but chose to work full-time.
- Facilitated acceptance of blended worship, welcomed new members, and fostered agrowth mindset within the congregation.
- Identified challenges of the aging congregation, including a median age of 75 and a baptistry that had been dry for years.
- I left a healthy multi-generational church with ministries for all ages.
- Succeeded by their second full-time senior pastor, who is still serving there.
Student Pastor
Maranatha Baptist Church
Farmville, Virginia
08.2002 - 01.2004
- Led youth group meetings to foster spiritual growth and community engagement.
- Organized weekly worship services, integrating music and prayer into the experience.
- Sunday Morning Pulpit Supply after Senior Pastor's illness.
- Organized youth group retreats, camps, and mission trips.
- Trained and recruited volunteers to expand ministry focus.
Vice President, Board of Directors
Eastern Shore Rural Health
01.2021 - Current
- Advocated for community health initiatives as Board member in 2021.
- Oversaw annual budget of 50 million and workforce of nearly 400 employees on the Eastern Shore, ensuring effective resource allocation.
Police Chaplain
Onancock Police Department
Onancock, Va
01.2016 - Current
- Volunteered as chaplain for Onancock Police Department, providing spiritual support and guidance.
- Promoted understanding and collaboration between law enforcement and community members to enhance public safety.
- Provided spiritual guidance to individuals in crisis situations within the community.
- Collaborated with law enforcement officers to offer emotional support during critical incidents.
Education
Doctoral Student - DMIN - Expository preaching
Liberty School of Divinity
Lynchburg, VA05-2029
Master of Divinity -
Liberty Theological Seminary
Lynchburg, VA05-2006
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Indiana University
IN05-2002
Skills
- Expository Preaching
- Engaging Teaching
- Servant Leadership
- Training and Equipping
- Conflict resolution
- Visionary planning
- Vibrant Prayer-life
- Community Engagement
Timeline
Vice President, Board of Directors
Eastern Shore Rural Health
01.2021 - Current
Police Chaplain
Onancock Police Department
01.2016 - Current
Senior Pastor
Onancock Baptist Church
03.2014 - Current
Senior Pastor
Daleville Baptist Church
01.2004 - 02.2014
Student Pastor
Maranatha Baptist Church
08.2002 - 01.2004
Doctoral Student - DMIN - Expository preaching
Liberty School of Divinity
Master of Divinity -
Liberty Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Indiana University