Xavier Pitts
Sand Springs,Oklahoma
Summary
Energetic Senior Pastor experienced in equipping ministers and providing spiritual counseling to individuals facing life challenges. Led prayer initiatives and grief counseling while fostering community outreach that emphasizes holistic care and spiritual growth. Committed to enhancing diverse congregations' spiritual journeys through a dependable and caring approach.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Pastor
God’s Blessings Holy Temple
08.2026 - Current
- Delivered sermons to congregants, sharing spiritual teachings and insights.
- Instructed members in biblical principles and faith practices.
- Provided spiritual counseling and support to church members in need.
- Visited, counseled, and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
- Led prayer sessions to uplift and support church members.
- Engaged with individuals outside the faith to share spiritual guidance.
- COUNSELING
- Visiting the sick in the hospital and home bond
- Assisted individuals in need through supportive outreach programs.
- Coordinated community outreach programs to foster engagement and service.
- Coordinated meal distribution efforts, providing nourishment and support to community members in need.
- Managed clothing drives to provide essentials for the less fortunate.
- Developed educational programs to foster spiritual growth and enhance discipleship among church members.
- Planned and organized church events, enhancing member participation and fellowship.
- Managed church staff and volunteers, promoting teamwork and collaboration.
- Optimized church committee functions clarifying goals and delegating tasks.
- Worked with leadership committee to set annual church master calendar.
- Organized weekly worship services and special events.
- Processed financial obligations to maintain church operations.
- Oversaw financial stewardship initiatives, ensuring responsible resource management.
- Maintained records of baptisms, marriages, funerals, membership rolls.
- Reached out to unchurched, new residents or inactive church members.
- Guided church into new seasons of ministry through dynamic sermons and meaningful discussions.
- Assisted in recruiting new volunteers for various ministries within the church.
- Prepared annual reports that tracked progress towards meeting established goals.
- Prepared annual reports that tracked progress towards meeting established goals.
congregate pastor/Minister
Agape Bible Fellowship
Tulsa, USA
02.2015 - 01.2017
- Delivered impactful sermons that addressed community issues and spiritual growth.
- Provide prayer and counseling to members seeking a spiritual connection with God.
- Facilitated small group Bible study sessions to encourage spiritual discussions.
- Created Bible study classes to help people grow spiritually.
- Studied and interpreted religious laws, doctrines and traditions.
- Instructed and guided individuals converting to a new faith.
- Administered communion, baptisms and other religious rites.
- Counseled homeless individuals and those in need during the weekly food pantry, providing support and resources.
- Organized community outreach programs fostering fellowship and service, enhancing community engagement.
- Performed various ministerial duties to support church operations and community outreach.
- Participated in fundraising to support congregational activities.
- Managed church communications through newsletters and social media platforms.
- Prepared participants for roles in ceremonies, services or events.
- Officiated weddings and led funeral services for church members.
Intercessor prayer minister
Living Word Christian Church
Garland, USA
11.2009 - 02.2010
- Prayed with individuals facing illness, troubled lives, and other needs weekly, offering spiritual support and comfort.
- Provided chaplaincy services at funerals
- Officiated weddings and led funeral services for church members.
- Led weekly bible study sessions
- Organized outreach programs to engage the community in prayer initiatives.
- Maintained a welcoming environment for congregants seeking prayer assistance.
- Conducted regular one-on-one meetings with members of the congregation to provide guidance and support on matters related to prayer.
- Provided leadership training sessions for lay ministers who are interested in deepening their knowledge about intercessory prayer techniques.
- Facilitated group discussions to strengthen fellowship and community engagement among church members.
- Participated in weekly staff meetings where ideas were discussed concerning ways to improve existing programs or develop new ones related to promoting a culture of intentional praying within the church environment.
- Worked with pastors to create meaningful liturgies that include both traditional elements as well as more modern approaches to communal praying.
- Assisted in training new volunteers for ministry activities and services.
- Carried out church mission by planning and leading worship services, writing sermons and working with church leaders.
- Streamlined operations of church committees by clarifying objectives and empowering members to take on leadership roles.
Education
Degree Title - Pastorial
Family Radio School Of The Bible
California, Oakland12-2018
Degree Title - Theology
Family Radio School of The Bible
California, Oakland12-2010
Skills
- Sermon Delivery
- Sermon preparation
- Sermon development
- Faith Instruction
- Counseling
- Pastoral counseling
- Prayer facilitation
- Community outreach
- Community engagement
- Crisis Ministry
- Spiritual Development
- Organizational leadership
- Staff management
- Team collaboration
- Public speaking
- Church administration
- Emotional Support
Activities
- Visiting the hospitals , to pray for the sick
- Visiting nursing homes, to bring hope and the good news that Jesus or savior and He his alive!
- Helping people in the community that needs direction, hope ,food, clothing , water,
- helping the elderly, with food , and providing lawn mowing care for their home yard, providing home repair to elderly at not cost to them. Assuring transportation be provided to store and doctor's office visit
Timeline
Sr. Pastor
God’s Blessings Holy Temple
08.2026 - Current
congregate pastor/Minister
Agape Bible Fellowship
02.2015 - 01.2017
Intercessor prayer minister
Living Word Christian Church
11.2009 - 02.2010
Degree Title - Pastorial
Family Radio School Of The Bible
Degree Title - Theology
Family Radio School of The Bible