Accomplished Pastor bringing more than 20 years of expertise in growing and shepherding the church community. Successful providing discipleship, welcoming new members, facilitating pastoral care and preaching to community. Preaching God's word and leading people to Christ. Accomplished in contributing to spiritual formation and disciple-making efforts. Excited to bring talent and spiritual leadership to growing church.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Children's Pastor
Dunlap Church of God
02.2025 - Current
Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations and other churches.
Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
Interim Pastor
River of Life/ Crab Orchard Church of God
05.2024 - 05.2024
Provided pastoral care to individuals in need, offering counseling, guidance, and support during difficult times.
Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
Upheld church governance structure by effectively managing staff and volunteer teams while ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures.
Volunteered at church-sponsored outreach events.
Freedom Ministries
Freedom Ministries
02.2020 - 02.2024
Brought biblical messages/ sermons.
Worked with other pastors in the community.
Evangelism services.
Counseled, baptized and provided spiritual support to the congregation.
Held prayer meetings
Community outreach
Pastor
Grace Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church
01.2023 - 07.2023
Provided pastoral care to individuals in need, offering counseling, guidance, and support during difficult times.
Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with church leaders to carry out church mission.
Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
Strengthened faith and understanding within congregation, providing tailored spiritual counseling and guidance to individuals and families.
Advised couples preparing for marriage via pre-marital counseling services.
Boosted digital presence and accessibility of church teachings by launching redesigned website and engaging social media platforms.
Assistant Pastor
Meridian Baptist Church
02.2020 - 11.2022
Supported congregants during life transitions like marriage, baptism, or funerals through personalized pastoral services.
Assisted senior pastor in developing and implementing new outreach programs for increased community involvement.
Led weekly Bible studies focused on deepening understanding of scripture passages relevant to contemporary issues.
Facilitated small group discussions on faith-related topics, creating an open environment for sharing ideas and experiences.
Delivered thought-provoking sermons that encouraged congregants to challenge their beliefs and grow spiritually.
Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
Led programs such as study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
Volunteered at church-sponsored outreach events.
Assisted with organization and implementation of Sunday school activities.
Evangelist/Pulpit Minister
Self-employed
04.2006 - 02.2020
Mentored new believers through one-on-one meetings and small group sessions, fostering personal growth and spiritual development.
Ministered in the community wherever was needed.
Wrote and preached to spread the word of God
Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations and other churches.
Pastor
Campaign First Baptist Church
09.2004 - 04.2006
Provided pastoral care to individuals in need, offering counseling, guidance, and support during difficult times.
Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church and managed daily operations.
Upheld church governance structure by effectively managing staff and volunteer teams while ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures.
Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
Advised couples preparing for marriage via pre-marital counseling services.
Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategic plans for ministry growth and expansion.
Enhanced congregation''s spiritual growth by delivering thought-provoking and engaging sermons.
Managed church operations, ensuring proper allocation of resources and budget management.
Volunteered at church-sponsored outreach events.
Organized successful fundraising events designed to support church missions locally as well as internationally.
Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
Assisted with organization and implementation of Sunday school activities.
Increased attendance and participation in church events, meticulously planning and promoting variety of outreach and fellowship activities.
Pastor
Welchland Baptist Church
04.1999 - 09.2004
Developed a youth ministry, bus ministry, nursing home ministry and a campground ministry.
pastoral care to individuals in need, offering counseling, guidance, and support during difficult times.
Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church and managed daily operations.
Upheld church governance structure by effectively managing staff and volunteer teams while ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures.
Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
Advised couples preparing for marriage via pre-marital counseling services.
Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategic plans for ministry growth and expansion.
Enhanced congregation''s spiritual growth by delivering thought-provoking and engaging sermons.
Managed church operations, ensuring proper allocation of resources and budget management.
Volunteered at church-sponsored outreach events.
Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
Organized successful fundraising events designed to support church missions locally as well as internationally.
Assisted with organization and implementation of Sunday school activities.
Facilitated small group discussions aimed at deepening participants'' understanding of core biblical principles and themes.
Mentored youth group members, offering guidance and support in their personal and spiritual lives.
Led renovation and expansion project, successfully renovating or remodeling existing sanctuary, multipurpose facility and restroom facilities and classrooms.
Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations and other churches.
Education
Master of Divinity - Theological Studies
Pentecostal Theological Seminary
Cleveland, TN
01-2027
Associate of Science -
Cumberland School of Technology
Cookeville, TN
Skills
Pastoral counseling
Discipleship training
Spiritual leadership
Biblical Knowledge
Preaching
Effective communication
Sermon preparation
Teaching
Congregational care
Officiating
Spiritual guidance
Certification
Ordained Ministerial License - April 2025
Exhorter License - October 2024
Divine HealingTraining - August 2024
Ordained Minister SBC - November 1997
Licensed Minister SBC- July 1997
Timeline
Children's Pastor
Dunlap Church of God
02.2025 - Current
Interim Pastor
River of Life/ Crab Orchard Church of God
05.2024 - 05.2024
Pastor
Grace Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church
01.2023 - 07.2023
Freedom Ministries
Freedom Ministries
02.2020 - 02.2024
Assistant Pastor
Meridian Baptist Church
02.2020 - 11.2022
Evangelist/Pulpit Minister
Self-employed
04.2006 - 02.2020
Pastor
Campaign First Baptist Church
09.2004 - 04.2006
Pastor
Welchland Baptist Church
04.1999 - 09.2004
Master of Divinity - Theological Studies
Pentecostal Theological Seminary
Associate of Science -
Cumberland School of Technology
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