William Grisham
Sioux Falls,SD
Summary
I am a current Youth Pastor working in full-time ministry. This year marks 7th year in youth ministry. I have a passion and drive towards implementing services that lead all people towards Christ. I am a quick learner, a hard worker, and more than willing to do any job given to me. I love people and have extensive training in acting, public speaking, Christian and biblical thought, management, and customer service. My background includes building volunteer teams to support church youth activities, Ministering to both students and parents, and extensive biblical training and education. I am practiced at selecting and preaching biblical truth and I am an ordained minister. I am currently enrolled at Colorado Christian University to work on and complete my Master's in Theology. Im extremely Mission-oriented and successful in developing robust youth ministry programs and serving as a positive role model. Highly accomplished in helping youths strengthen personal relationships with God and while providing growth opportunities. Talent in program administration, operations management, and spiritual leadership.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Pastor
First Christian Reformed Church-Sioux Falls, SD
Sioux Falls
05.2022 - Current
- I currently serve as the Youth Pastor for First CRC of Sioux Falls
- I directly oversee the programming and spiritual mentorship of all 9th-12th graders
- I am also a direct head of our college and junior high ministries in partnership with other members of our staff
- As of 2022 I grew our program from a base of 12-15 to an average of 60-70 students on fire for the lord
- I was a part of a complete rebranding and rebuilding of our youth programs, which were heavily affected by the COVID outbreak
- This job marks my 7th year in middle and senior high Ministry.
Student Representative
University of Sioux-Sioux Falls, SD
Sioux Falls
08.2018 - 05.2022
- I served as a student ambassador to prospective students, giving tours and following up with leads on interested parties
- I essentially "sold" the university to interested parties
Director/Camp Counselor (Seasonal/full time remote)
WinShape Camps-Rome, GA
Rome
05.2018 - 05.2022
- I served for five years as councilor and Lead theology minister at Winshape Camps for Boys
- As of 2020, I was promoted to leadership team, where I took charge of 25 staff with over 200 students under my team
- The camp is Christian based and focuses on leading young men and women to Christ
- I have preached and ministered to over 1,200 boys and girls in the past 5 years.
Online Shopping/Customer service supervisor
Hy-Vee, Inc.-Sioux Falls, SD
Sioux Falls
10.2017 - 08.2020
- I have served as a manager for the online shopping department of Hy-Vee, as well as supervising the customer service station
- I handled any and all customer service issues within online shopping, as well as directing and supervising up to 20 employees at a time
- I would also advertise and speak with customers over the phone and in person on any and all sales and products within the store.
Catering Manager
Boyd and Charlies BBQ-Omaha, NE
Omaha
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Planned and supervised upwards of 30-35 events per year catering to hundreds of people per day, while supervising upwards of 20 different employees at a time.
Host and Server
Boyd & Charlies BBQ-Elkhorn, NE
Elkhorn
05.2016 - 08.2018
- I served as a host and server for Boyd and Charlies as well as a part-time Catering Manager for the company.
Emcee
Elkhorn Public Schools-Elkhorn, NE
Elkhorn
08.2015 - 05.2018
- I emceed for over 20 events across Elkhorn public schools
Assistant stage manager/stage crew
Elkhorn Public Schools-Elkhorn, NE
Elkhorn
08.2014 - 05.2018
- Worked as an ASM for Elkhorn public schools for four years as well as a crew member and fly manager
Intern
Congressional Leadership Fund-Omaha, NE
Omaha
05.2017 - 01.2018
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies
Colorado Christian University
Denver, CO08.2025
Master of Arts - Theology
Colorado Christian University
Denver, CO05.2028
Bachelor of Arts - Theology And Biblical Studies
University of Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls, SD05.2022
Skills
- Preaching
- Biblical Knowledge
- Small Group Facilitation
- Pastoral Care
- First aid and safety
- Community Service
- Crisis Management
- Volunteer Management
- Mentoring abilities
- Relational ministry
- Mission-oriented
Timeline
Youth Pastor
First Christian Reformed Church-Sioux Falls, SD
05.2022 - Current
Student Representative
University of Sioux-Sioux Falls, SD
08.2018 - 05.2022
Director/Camp Counselor (Seasonal/full time remote)
WinShape Camps-Rome, GA
05.2018 - 05.2022
Online Shopping/Customer service supervisor
Hy-Vee, Inc.-Sioux Falls, SD
10.2017 - 08.2020
Intern
Congressional Leadership Fund-Omaha, NE
05.2017 - 01.2018
Catering Manager
Boyd and Charlies BBQ-Omaha, NE
08.2016 - 08.2018
Host and Server
Boyd & Charlies BBQ-Elkhorn, NE
05.2016 - 08.2018
Emcee
Elkhorn Public Schools-Elkhorn, NE
08.2015 - 05.2018
Assistant stage manager/stage crew
Elkhorn Public Schools-Elkhorn, NE
08.2014 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies
Colorado Christian University
Master of Arts - Theology
Colorado Christian University
Bachelor of Arts - Theology And Biblical Studies
University of Sioux Falls
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