Experience

Grantham Brethren In Christ Church

• United States
• Religious Institutions
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Pastor

  • Jul 2016 - Present

  Mechanicsburg, PA



Christiansburg Mennonite

• United States
• Religious Institutions

• Lead Pastor

  • Jan 2014 - Jun 2016

  Christiansburg, Virginia Responsible for the leadership, preaching, teaching, pastoral care, and oversight of various ministries; Responsible for preaching 35-40 Sundays a year; assisting worship team in designing visuals and graphics for worship; Weekly email to congregation, including news & encouragement; Regular blog posts and production of “visual addendums” to the sermon made available at the church website; Designed our church website; maintain website & social media outlets in an effort to bring awareness to… Show more Responsible for the leadership, preaching, teaching, pastoral care, and oversight of various ministries; Responsible for preaching 35-40 Sundays a year; assisting worship team in designing visuals and graphics for worship; Weekly email to congregation, including news & encouragement; Regular blog posts and production of “visual addendums” to the sermon made available at the church website; Designed our church website; maintain website & social media outlets in an effort to bring awareness to the church; Discipling leader for a Huddle (3DM) of missional leaders; Full participation in denominational ministries and events. Show less



The Woodlands Christian Academy

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Biblical Studies Instructor

  • Aug 2008 - May 2013

  The Woodlands, TX Theology & Ethics, Christian History, Old Testament, and Latin. ACSI Galveston Convention 2012-2013; Galveston, TX Bible Instructor for Bible CEU Six-Session Seminar—The Life of Jesus: Who He Is and Why He Matters Frequent speaker in Chapel services; Designed entire curriculum for two classes: Theology/Ethics and Christian History; Volunteered for faculty devotions; Group moderator for faculty training; Taught six classes while completing graduate degree; Planted a… Show more Theology & Ethics, Christian History, Old Testament, and Latin. ACSI Galveston Convention 2012-2013; Galveston, TX Bible Instructor for Bible CEU Six-Session Seminar—The Life of Jesus: Who He Is and Why He Matters Frequent speaker in Chapel services; Designed entire curriculum for two classes: Theology/Ethics and Christian History; Volunteered for faculty devotions; Group moderator for faculty training; Taught six classes while completing graduate degree; Planted a house church (2008-2010) with help from Frank Viola; Greg Boyd became a theological mentor of mine at the end of 2012. Show less



Abundant Life Chiropractic

• X-Ray Tech & Chiropractic Assistant

  • Sep 2007 - Jul 2008

  The Woodlands, TX Served as X-Ray technician, taking x-rays & developing them; Assisted lead chiropractor with initial exams; Co-taught information & principles of corrective care.



Eustace ISD, Canton ISD, and Lake Pointe Christian Academy

• Substitute Teacher

  • Jan 2007 - May 2007

  East Texas FCA & chapel speaker



First Baptist Church of Mabank

• Minister of Students & Education

  • Jul 2004 - Sep 2006

  Mabank, TX Responsible for the leadership, preaching, teaching, pastoral connection and care, and oversight of youth, college, and adult ministries; Planned youth discipleship retreats, camps, concerts, and mission trips; Led and taught youth praise band, drama, and leadership team; Taught adult classes on hermeneutics and various cultural topics; Co-taught and led evangelism and outreach program; Served as education minister, overseeing Sunday School & Bible studies; Provided pulpit… Show more Responsible for the leadership, preaching, teaching, pastoral connection and care, and oversight of youth, college, and adult ministries; Planned youth discipleship retreats, camps, concerts, and mission trips; Led and taught youth praise band, drama, and leadership team; Taught adult classes on hermeneutics and various cultural topics; Co-taught and led evangelism and outreach program; Served as education minister, overseeing Sunday School & Bible studies; Provided pulpit supply in pastor’s absence to a church of 300; Organized a hip-hop concert (KJ-52) at area school, 500 in attendance; Founded a ministerial alliance for area youth pastors. Show less



Sand Flat Baptist Church

• Minister to Students

  • Mar 2003 - May 2004

  Grand Saline, TX Responsible for the leadership, preaching, teaching, pastoral connection and care, and oversight of youth ministry, including budget; Discipled and counseled youth one-on-one and led new believer’s class; Planned youth retreat and summer camps; Led and taught youth praise band, drama, and leadership team; Provided pulpit supply in pastor’s absence to a church of 150; Organized a Christian rock concert geared toward local evangelism; Under my leadership, attendance went from 20… Show more Responsible for the leadership, preaching, teaching, pastoral connection and care, and oversight of youth ministry, including budget; Discipled and counseled youth one-on-one and led new believer’s class; Planned youth retreat and summer camps; Led and taught youth praise band, drama, and leadership team; Provided pulpit supply in pastor’s absence to a church of 150; Organized a Christian rock concert geared toward local evangelism; Under my leadership, attendance went from 20 to 50 students; 70 students was the most we ever had at a mid-week event. Show less



Lake O' The Pines Baptist Church

• Minister to Students

  • Sep 2000 - Mar 2003

  Avinger, TX Responsible for teaching, planning, and budgeting for the youth ministry; Led and taught youth praise band, drama, and leadership team; Led worship and was a guest speaker at various area youth events; Provided pulpit supply in senior pastor’s absence to a church of 100; Under my leadership, attendance went from 5 to 25; One former student that I baptized is now pastoring a church.