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6/18/2009—Eric Gersbacher Position Requested: Full-time Pulpit, Education, Outreach, or Evangelism Minister
210 Eagles Landing Trail
Warner Robins, GA 31093 Home phone: 478-919-0448 E-mail: Marital Status: Married w/ 2 daughters Desired Salary: median for region Other Requests: plus housing plus housing allowance Education:
2006 alumnus of the Memphis School of Preaching
Experience: Roughly 3 yrs in local work
Notes: I am a 27 year old married Christian who is also father of 2 daughters. I am a well qualified and sound preacher of the Gospel who loves to study and communicate the Word of God through preaching and teaching. Being a 2006 alumnus of the Memphis School of Preaching, I have been thoroughly tempered by the field of practical experience in preaching the Gospel with congregations of the Lord's people.
I am looking for a congregation with a sound eldership who is serious about the spiritual wellbeing of their flock of God's people and want them to be fed the truth in love. They should have a desire to be better equipped to take on the wiles of the devil by putting on the whole armor of God. They should want to work together to learn ways by which we as a unit can better reach the community together as the church for which Jesus died.
6/14/2009—D'Angelo Joyce Position Requested: Full-time Pulpit, Youth, Outreach, or Evangelism Minister
201 Water Hill Rd Apt I-17
Madison, AL 35758 Home phone: (301)502-6065 E-mail: Website:http://christianhaven.preachersfiles.com/ Marital Status: Married Desired Salary: 40,000+ Other Requests: plus housing plus housing allowance Education:
GED, Preaching School Degree (Memphis School of Preaching),
Attended Freed Hardamen for 2 years (Minored in biblical languages, currently attending Amridge University, will have a B.A in Biblical Studies (emphasis in biblical languages) in August 2009. Language course include Greek I, II, III, IV, V, and VI; Hebrew I, II, III, and IV; Aramaic I
Experience: While in preaching school, I worked with several congregations, upon graduation I worked a youth ministry position in West Helena, Ar for the summer before entering Freed. Worked with the Milledgeville church for two years while attending Freed. I am currently attending at the West Huntsville church of Christ. I teach classes regularly.
Notes: I am passionate about preaching, teaching, and evangelizing to the saved and unsaved. I desire to work with a sound congregation that has sound and loving shepherds who lead instead of drive. I desire to continue my education.
5/4/2009—David Watkins Position Requested: Full-time Pulpit, Family, and/or Evangelism Minister
1026 F Avenue
Plano, TX 75074 E-mail: Marital Status: Single Education:
Bachelors Degree in Religious Studies from Southwestern Christian College
Experience: I have been Preaching since age 10 and the assistant minister at the Avenue F COC for 2yrs. Earliest date Available: asap
5/2/2009—Deon Booker Position Requested: Full-time Minister
426 Brandywine Dr
Bear, De 19701 Home phone: 302-897-4839 E-mail: Marital Status: Married w/ Children: 4 Desired Salary: 40k-50k (+) Other Requests: plus housing allowance Education:
Biblical Studies @ Florida School of Preaching - 2000/2001
University of Phoenix - BSB/M Completion 2009
Notes: Resume upon Request
Earliest date Available: Anytime
4/23/2009—Steven R. Morris Position Requested: Full-time Pulpit, Youth, Family, Education, Outreach, Evangelism, or Worship Minister
3742 Downings Creek Rd.
Hayesville, NC 28904 Home phone: 828-389-4384 Office Phone: 706-455-3319 E-mail: Marital Status: Married Children: 3 children, 2 girls, 1 boy: ages 6, 5, and 1 year Desired Salary: 40-45k Education:
2007 graduate of the Memphis School of Preaching, Memphis TN. the equivalent of a bachelor' degree in Biblical Studies.
With intentions to continue education through online courses with Amridge University
also a High School Grad
Experience: Three years experience. One and a half years part time work for congregations who could not afford a full-time preacher. And one and a half years full-time work with the Hayesville Church of Christ, Hayesville, NC 28904. I am looking for a long term position (15+years), which is not possible at this time for the Hayesville congregation.
Notes: I am passionate about preaching, teaching, and evangelism because I understand that every soul is of great importance. I would love the opportunity to work with youth as I have a passion for the youth ministry. I am looking for a sound congregation with elders that could provide a long term commitment for me and my family. Thank you brethren, God bless you in your searches and in all that you do.
4/16/2009—Bryan Fojtasek Position Requested: Full-time Pulpit, Youth, Family, Education, or Outreach Minister
PO Box 5204
Princeton, NJ 08543-5204 Home phone: 760/703-5606 E-mail: Marital Status: Married Desired Salary: 35000+ Education:
B.A. in Religion, Pepperdine University (Summa Cum Laude, Valedictorian, 4.0 GPA)
M.A. in Christian Education and Formation, Princeton Theological Seminary (expected May 2010)
Experience: Summer 2006--Youth Ministry Intern (Bay Area, CA)
Summer 2007--Campus Ministry Intern (San Diego, CA)
School Year 2007-2008--Campus Ministry Intern (Pepperdine University)
Summer 2008--Adult Education Teacher (San Diego, CA)
Summer 2009--Campus Minister (San Diego, CA). This is scheduled as part of my M.A. at Princeton.
School Year 2009-2010--Small Group Ministries (Princeton, NJ). This is scheduled as part of my M.A. at Princeton.
Notes:
Hi, my name is Bryan Fojtasek. I have a passion for ministry and feel especially called to helping individuals deepen their faith as they journey on the path of discipleship. . My coursework focuses in on helping individuals develop a Christ-like identity for a lifetime of discipleship. For me, the cross is the central theme of Christianity and serves as the basis for my ministry. The Christian mission, properly understood, is to help individuals take steps closer to the cross as they journey together in a positive, safe, and Christ-centered community. As an evangelist and minister, my goal will be to meet Christians where they are at in their faith and help them engage their faith individually, in the context of peer groups, and most importantly in the home. For children and teens, the most important setting for Christian formation is the home, and the most important Christian leaders are the parents. My hope is to create a ministry in which parents, youth leaders, and teenagers work together to help form students for a lifetime of faith and discipleship. I believe in asking teenagers, families, and volunteers to sacrifice in order to serve God with everything they have, but I am also very committed to meeting individuals where they are. For me, a successful ministry is one where every person is taking significant steps in their faith as they journey together on the path of (or towards) discipleship.
My area of interest here at Princeton is in youth, church, and culture--how the world around us gives us metaphors, examples, and impressions that all point us to Christ. I would love to serve as a youth, campus, family, young adult, or education minister. My fiancée and I are getting married this summer and both of us love youth ministry. We hope you will consider us if a position opens. Earliest date Available: Sept 2009.
3/31/2009—Jordan R Coss Position Requested: Full-time Pulpit, Youth, or Family Minister
1000 Cherry Rd. Box 121
Memphis, TN 38117 Home phone: (731) 435-0007 E-mail: Marital Status: Married Desired Salary: Negotiable Education:
Harding University Graduate School of Religion Master of Divinity - Graduation: Summer 2009 Activities: Graduate Assistant for Dr. Dave Bland
Freed Hardeman University Master of New Testament - Graduated: Dec 2007
Freed Hardeman University Major: B.A. Bible - Graduated: 2005 cum laude Activities: Pied Pipers (children's performance group), Xi Chi Delta social club, Makin Music, Interface Group leader, VP Preacher's Club, Small Group Bible Study Leader, Intramurals, Mission Trips
Experience: Presently: Assistant Youth Minister for the Friendship Church of Christ: Olive Branch, MS November 2008 — Present
Friendship Church of Christ: Olive Branch, MS October 2006- December 2006 Responsibilities: Taught 10 week adult Bible class
Tri-City Church of Christ: Rutherford, TN January 2005-July 2006 Responsibilities: Part-Time minister teaching teen class every week and preaching every other week
Austin's Chapel Church of Christ: Scotts Hill, TN August 2004-January 2005 Responsibilities: Part-time youth minister
Minerva Drive Church of Christ Summer of 2003 and 2004 Responsibilities: Summer Ministry Intern, taught weekly Bible classes, conducted sermons, wrote weekly bulletin article, visited church members in need, led high school devotionals, taught teen class for the Jamaica Mission trip, taught Adult Vacation Bible School class, scripted two sermons/week, conducted and organized daily skit for VBS
Notes: My wife and I are a growing family looking to progress spritually with a congregation and serve the Lord's purpose. We are not bound by location and are looking for an adventure in Christ. Feel free to contact me at any time.
Earliest date Available: May 1, 2009
3/25/2009—Roger D. Lee Position Requested: Full-time Pulpit Minister
255 Young Lane
Scottsville, KY 42164-9612 Home phone: 270-618-4655 E-mail: Marital Status: Married w/ Children: 3 grown children Desired Salary: negotiable Other Requests: plus housing plus housing allowance Education:
B.A. in Bible (Harding, 1975);
M.Div. (Harding Graduate School, 1989)
Experience:
Preached since 16 years old; full-time pulpit work - 19 years; Counselor - 7 years; Missionary (stateside in IA) - 4 years; elder - 8 years; adjunct Bible instructor - 2 years; experience with radio, TV, camp, and youth work Earliest date Available: Immediate - 4/09
3/3/2009—William Deem Position Requested: Full-time Pulpit Minister
323 Wood Street
Davisville, WV 26142 Home phone: 205-351-6845 Office Phone: 304-615-3362 E-mail: Marital Status: Married w/ Children: Three Desired Salary: 30,000 plus Other Requests: plus housing allowance Education:
Graduated in 1999 from Ohio Valley College with a BS in Bible.
Graduated in 2004 form East Tennessee School of Preaching and Missions.
Experience: From 1996 - 1999 - Mt.Zion church of Christ - Pulpit Minister
From 1999 - 2001 - Pike church of Christ - Associate Minister
From 2002 - 2004 - East Tennessee School of Preaching
From 2002 - 2005 - Central church of Christ in Athens TN - Pulpit Minister
From 2005 - 2007 - Rockport church of Christ - Associate Minister
From 2007 - 2009 - Mineral Wells church of Christ - Pulpit Minister Notes: I am looking for a congregation where my family and I can work with for the long term. For additional information please email or call me and I will be glad to speak with you and send a resume and any information that you desire.
Earliest date Available: Immediately
3/2/2009—Carlis P Emmons Position Requested: Full-time Pulpit, Outreach, and/or Evangelism Minister
P O Box 464
Holcomb, MO 63952-0464 Home phone: 305-849-0641 E-mail: Marital Status: Single Desired Salary: Negotiable Other Requests: plus Housing or Housing Allowance Education:
Harding University School of Biblical Studies Graduate 1984
Experience: 15+ years preaching experience Notes:
Helping My Church Grow
I've been very lucky in that the first congregation I preached at out of college experienced significant growth. Being a young minister fresh out of college I only had a small part in it. Team work and the input of several talented members made it possible. During this time someone on the preacher's committee told me of another time when they had doubled their attendance in a two year time span. A former minister had used a type of friendship ministry with great success. I listened intently and used it to reach several people in the community.
Since that time I've been focused on growth. I've been very lucky because God has put me in a position to see first hand instances of significant growth in congregations as a member and as a minister. I've also witnessed mistakes that have negatively affected their growth. God can cause great things to happen, I Cor. 3:6. God sometimes gives us the increase but we cause the decline.
I believe in the victorious church of Daniel 2:44, 45. I try to encourage members to have a mustard seed type of faith. At Harding they taught us to preach series through books in the Bible. I've developed several of these series, Philippians — The Ideal Church and How We Can Become an Ideal Church, the Gospel of Luke — A Heart Like Jesus and the Gospel of John — A Clear Choice In a World Full of Religions. Also I have a class series, Mark — Introducing Newcomers to Jesus, an evangelism study method.
The most important lesson I've learned is that God can do great things if our faith is in Him and not ourselves, Numbers 14:6-9. Jesus can accomplish great deeds in our life, Phil. 4:13. Our lack of faith is the only real obstacle to this, Mark 6:5, 6.
Earliest date Available: immediately
2/3/2009—Joseph Sears Position Requested: Full-time Youth Minister
125 Gardenia Circle
Mannford, OK 74044 Home phone: 918-576-4410 E-mail: Marital Status: Single Education:
Bear Valley Bible Institute of Denver - Bach. of Theology / Bach. of Biblical Studies
Eaglecrest High School - Graduated
Taken Classes in - Psychology/ Business/ English Comp.
Experience: 8 years experience in Youth Ministry, plus my last position required that I preach atleast 10 times a year. I Have also filled in preaching at a couple of other churches to preach and teach classes while they looked for another preacher.
Notes: I am looking for a place to put my Youth Ministry skills to use. I have been a youth minister for 8 years, and am looking to continue working in that field. I am single, and never been married.
I love to hunt, fish, play sports, camp, and Paintball.
I can give many references to vouch for my abilities as a youth minister.
My biggest flaw is my writing skill, I have taken classes to improve my writing skills but it is still something that I struggle with.
I work with all ages of kids and not just Jr high and High school; but I also work with pre-K through 6th grade. I am dedicated to God's word and living by it.
Earliest date Available: NOW
1/30/2009—David Gardner Position Requested: Full-time Pulpit Minister
1301 Milford Dr.
Plano, TX 75025 Home phone: 214-686-3786 E-mail: Marital Status: Single Desired Salary: 35,000 Other Requests: plus housing plus housing allowance Education:
School of Preaching, December 2008
Brown Trail Church of Christ, Bedford, TX
Bachelor of Business Administration, December 2006
Freed Hardeman University, Henderson, TN
Experience: Preaching Intern, Lewisville Church of Christ, Lewisville, TX; June-September 2007
•Ministered under the supervision of elders and Jeff Jenkins
•Taught Bible classes to youth and delivered sermons to congregation
•Spent majority of internship working with youth (helped coordinate activities, spoke at devotionals, etc.)
•Made visits to sick, kept regular office hours, and participated in fellowship activities
•Gained insight into requirements of full time preaching
Fill in Preacher, (cities in Texas including: Frisco, Dallas, Plano, etc.) 2007-2008
•Preached 2 to 3 Sundays a month while attending Preaching School
•Average weekend consisted of teaching one Bible class and delivering 2 sermons
•Helped lead singing if called upon to do so
Newspaper Staff, Bell Tower, FHU, Henderson, TN; September-December 2006
•Wrote articles for school newspaper on subjects of contentment, marriage, respect, and self-discipline
•Met deadlines (wrote 6 articles in total over course of semester)
Investment Analyst, Clayton Investment Team, FHU, Henderson, TN; August-December 2006
•Recommended by business faculty to help invest $1,000,000 donated by Jim Clayton
•Worked in a team of four students under the supervision of business department
•Conducted extensive hours of research on stocks
•Analyzed, selected, and presented research of stocks (2 were selected for final investment)
Notes:
•Strong educational background in New and Old Testaments
•Experienced in handling public Bible class, devotional talks, and long term projects
•Strongly hold to the value of organization, efficiency, and continuous study
•Desire to help all ages live a satisfactory, peaceful, and fruitful life in Christ Jesus
Earliest date Available: 1-30-2009
1/24/2009—wayne conner Position Requested: Full-time Worship Minister
1525 sails way
knoxville, tn 37923 Home phone: 865-693-1909 Office Phone: 609-556-9383 E-mail: Marital Status: Married Desired Salary: 35,000 Other Requests: plus housing Education:
associate of arts Geneva college beaver falls pa
bachelor of science in urban ministry leadership geneva college beaver falls pa
Experience: 15 years youth minister clinton ave church of christ trenton nj
six years associate minister clinton ave church of christ trenton nj
1 year Minister scarboro church of christ oak ridge tenn
Earliest date Available: April 1 2009
1/12/2009—Nathan Wheeler Position Requested: Full-time Pulpit Minister
1204 E State St.
Mtn. Lake Park, MD 21550 Home phone: 301.533.6580 E-mail: Marital Status: Married w/ Children: two sons (13, 11) Desired Salary: 54,000 Other Requests: plus housing Education:
M.A. Biblical Interpretation, Lubbock Christian University, 2007.
B.A. Youth and Family Ministry, Lubbock Christian University, 2000.
Experience: Preacher: 5 years (Aztec, NM; Perkins, OK; Oakland, MD)
Youth/College: 2 years (Lubbock, TX; Palestine, TX) Notes:
I am called to proclaim the Word of God, which is our present source of "wisdom to receive the salvation that comes by trusting in Christ Jesus" (2 Tim 3:15). Since God has already prescribed the program, mood, and message, my sermons usually focus on one passage of Scripture at a time. Thus, I hope to edify and encourage brethren in Christ to build up each other as each one fulfills their God-given role until we all reach unity in the faith according to the measure of the pattern established by our Leader, Jesus.
Just as those who follow Christ are to "die to ourselves" individually, the same thing is true of individual congregations. Therefore, I am interested in working with a congregation of Christians that is not so institutionally self-concerned that organizational development strategies and structures become, like the "log" in the eye of Jesus' parable, distractions from God's purposes. If you represent a group of Christians whose commitment to God's Kingdom exceeds the commitment to any single Christian corporation, call me.
Earliest date Available: March 9, 2009
12/9/2008—David J Epler Position Requested: Full-time Pulpit, Family, Outreach, or Evangelism Minister
306 SE Tressler Dr
Stuart, FL 34994 Home phone: 772-220-3837 Office Phone: 276-732-3616 , Fax: 877-473-8292 E-mail: Website:biblecall.info Marital Status: Married Desired Salary: negotiable Education:
Ohio Valley College 1962 - 1963
Farimont State College BA Community Psy ,minor Accounting 1981
Marshall University - Masters work in clinical Psy 1982
Experience: Have preached full- time since 1966 with first work at Barbour church of Christ
Barbour Co WV Have worked with congregations in Ohio, WV, VA, LA, AZ,CA
Large and small; with and without Elders. I Have taught the Ron Willingham Leadership Course for Men. Have worked extensively with "Bible Call" telephone tape library and set it up on the web at www.biblecall.info - I have worked and led campaigns and workshops.
Notes:
I enjoy not only preaching the word in its truth and simplicity but also focusing on outreach in restoring the lost and leading others to Christ. Personal work in a big key to building up the body of Christ.
My wifes name is Christine. We were married in the Spring following the death of my wife last fall her husband had died of cancer also and we met via the church of christ singles site. She has three sons who are grown and I have four grown children all active in the church with two son in laws preaching the word full - time. I am presnetly helping the Stuart Fl church of Christ with their outreach program while I am in transition. I am available in the area for helping congregations short - term and long term as I look for a full- time work that will use our talents in building up the body of Christ.
10/29/2008—Wayne Portzer Position Requested: Full-time Pulpit Minister
103 patton place
jasper, al 35503 Home phone: 205 221-4940 E-mail: Marital Status: Married Desired Salary: 40,000 annually Other Requests: plus housing Education:
Associate of Arts Degree,(ACC)Faulkner University, Montgomery,Alabama;
BSL Degree,(IBC)Heritage Christian University,Florence,Alabama;
Masters Degree in Bible.(ACGSR.Amridge University,Montgomery,Alabama;
3yrs additional studies in Gus Nichols School of Biblical Studies,Jasper,
Alabama.
Experience: I have 35 years of preaching with the follosing churches of Christ:
(1)Mount Harmony,Jasper,Alabama(twice;(2)Townley,Townley,Alabama;
(3)Oakman,Oakman,Alabama;(4)Bethany,Trenton,Tennessee;(5)Memorial Drive,
Cleveland,Mississippi;(6)Hubbertville,Hubbertville,Alabama;(6)Ider,Henagar,
Alabama;(7)Piney Grove,Brilliant,Alabama; and (8)Liberty.Jasper,Alabama.
Earliest date Available: Immediately
10/21/2008—David Heckman Position Requested: Part-time Administrative, Worship, CD recording & TV recording and editing Minister
810 Waiehu Beach Road
Wailuku, HI 96793 Home phone: 808-463-8369 Office Phone: 808-280-9258 E-mail: Website:www.mauicoc.com Marital Status: Single Desired Salary: Yes Education:
Video taping and editing course at Local Akaku Studio.
Experience: Conducted the CD and Video ministry at the Maui church of Christ from October 07 to the present.
Earliest date Available: Yes
10/17/2008—Jay Huntley Position Requested: Full-time Pulpit Minister
810A Waiehu Beach Road
Wailuku, HI 96793 Home phone: 808-280-9258 E-mail: Website:www.mauicoc.com Marital Status: Married Desired Salary: Yes Other Requests: plus housing Education:
Freed Hardeman University - September 77 to December 80 (No degree yet)
Several credit worthy schools and training experience: USMC - December 1982 - March - 2000
Experience: 30+ years of study, teaching, preaching, & song leading experience.
3 years of Soul Winning Campaign directing & participation.
2 tours at Youth ministry, bus ministry, puppet ministry, & Children's worship (Newberg, OR & Brookston, IN).
17 years in a leadership oriented environment (USMC).
10 weeks of Teen summer camp counselor, teacher, &/or director experience.
10 Years full-time ministry experience.
5+ years working under an Eldership Notes: Looking for a leadership that "believes" that after obedience to the gospel,
(1) We remain saved by God's mercy only,
(2) God still desires all of our heart in everything we do, and
(3) Our overall growth (of any type) will be proportionate to the time spent on our knees asking for mercy together.
Earliest date Available: 15 January, 2009
7/17/2008—David Bright Position Requested: Full-time Pulpit Minister
4724 W. Cornell Ave
Fresno, CA 93722 Home phone: (559) 349-9246 Office Phone: (559) 225-2570 E-mail: Marital Status: Married Desired Salary: 40,000+ Other Requests: plus housing plus housing allowance Education:
Completed the Christian Ministries Program at Fresno Pacific University, (still need to complete 12 — 16 General Education Units to complete degree)
Completed the Texoma (Texas/Oklahoma) Evangelistic Outreach Program to obtain my ordainment in the ministry.
Experience:
Experience Dec 2006 — Present Ashlan Avenue Church of Christ
Evangelist
Responsible for the day to day activities at the church as well as the preparation for Sunday morning and evening services and our Wednesday night Bible study.
Implemented a "Married Couples Retreat" in the mountains for the last 3 years, a Valentines Dinner for the Church, began a monthly singing and prayer services for two of our evening services. Wrote a study called "42 Days...Back to the Basics" for education, and edification in our church. Also started a monthly fellowship in the homes of our members, and weekly family bible study in our home. In the process of starting a "Kids Praise Time" at the beginning of our service for the kids to hear a Bible story in an effort to help them learn the Word of God.
Since I began at the church our attendance in Sunday morning worship has gone up 25%, our Sunday evening services up 30% and our Wednesday night services are up 45%. Also, our Contribution each week is up almost 40%.
January 2006 — Dec 2006 CBS Radio
Account Executive
Coordinated many different accounts and helped them with there advertising needs.
Wrote and produced commercials for clients.
Developed marketing plans and events to help drive customers into their locations.
Worked with many different styles of business in the greater Fresno area.
April 1998 — Dec 1998 First Baptist Church
Youth Group Intern
Coordinated the junior high youth group with bible studies and special events.
Chose and implemented curriculum for the youth group for there study needs.
Created special events for fund raising and team building and took the youth group to Mexico for a mission trip.
Notes: Dear Sir,
My name is David Bright. Thank you for taking the time to read my resume. I wanted to tell you a little more about myself to give you a more complete picture of who you are looking at. I was born and raised in the Central San Joaquin Valley in California. My mother is a day care teacher and my father is retired from the agriculture industry. I grew up in the First Baptist Church in Tulare CA. I was involved in many different programs at that church. I was in the Youth Group Leadership Council, Vacation Bible School Volunteer, the traveling Youth Choir; I was on the Mission Team that went to Mazatlan, Mexico, and I was a leader for the Puppet ministry.
After High School I went to college and I joined the Cheerleading Team at Fresno State University. I was a part of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes at Fresno State but my walk with the Lord wasn't where it should be in college. In fact my life wasn't going where it should go at that time.
Then I met this girl named Amy Reagan (who is now my wife) who invited me to go to church with her. It is called the Ashlan Avenue Church of Christ in Fresno. From the first time I walked in there I fell in love with the Church of Christ, and I also came back to God. I studied, I prayed, and I was baptized in the Church. After that, I began getting that passion for working for the Lord. I saw what the Lord did in my life and I wanted God to use me to do the same in the lives of others. So in 2002 I began the process of preaching in the church; planning events for the church; and helping how I could in the church on a daily basis.
I then began the TEXOMA program. This is a correspondence course from the Texas/Oklahoma area that was put on by the Church of Christ in that area and Brother Quinton Gage. The study included chapters on each book in the New Testament, chapters on evangelism, sermon preparation, public speaking, public prayer, Church Growth and Development, Follow — Up Work, Hermeneutics, and Ascertaining Bible Authority.
After completing that course and tests I was given my ordainment into the ministry in August of 2006. I began working fulltime for the church the following December. All together I have been working for this church voluntary and full time for over five years. In that time I have began an annual Couples Retreat, a Men's Retreat, a weekly Family Bible Study, a weekly bible study at Fresno State University, a weekly bible study at several of our local high schools in conjunction with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, a visitation program for our elders, an annual Valentine's Sweetheart Dinner, and a 42 day study called "Back to the Basics", and I have been preaching as much as I possibly can.
Also, I have gotten the opportunity to travel and speak at different meetings around the country:
Colbert, OK Fresno, CA Tulare, CA Bakersfield, CA
Delano, CA Sepulveda, CA Atascadero, CA Baton Rouge, LA
Spearsville, LA West Monroe, LA Pasadena, TX Urbana, AR
El Dorado, AR
I know that there are people out there that are more qualified and more experienced, but there is no one out there that knows what God can do for them as well as me, he has saved me and I want to share that with EVERYBODY I can.
Amy and I are looking forward to meeting you, introducing you to our wonderful daughter Olivia, and showing you our passion in our work for the Lord.
Again, thank you for allowing me the time to show you a little more about me. Along with this letter and my resume I am also attaching my plan for growth in the church. It is just a few ideas that I think can be used to not only enhance the church and bring in new people but it can make the existing congregation stronger and more willing to get involved. May the Lord bless you in your search and we hope to hear from you soon.
God Bless
David Bright
-5 Point Plan for Growth-
Just think of the Vowels (A, E, I, O, U)
Accountability
EVERYONE should be keeping EVERYONE accountable for many things:
There Christian Lives
Scripture Memorization
Inviting People to Church
Attending Church
WE are in this dark world together and we have to hold the light up for each other to get through this.
If we, as a church, set a GOAL...We need to meet it!
Goals — I have started a list of GOALS that every church should try and obtain!
Education
We should ALL strive to learn as much as we can
The Bible
Other Christian Literature
Other Religions
Arguments of the World
How can we stand up in this world if we don't know what we're fighting for?
Education should be a key foundation piece so that the Church can build
Felt Board and Stories for kids all the way to a Course on Evangelism for adults.
Interaction
Fellowship HAS to be part of a church if growth is to happen.
New People — Should be greeted and talked to by at least 3 people in the congregation. If they build 3 relationships they are more likely to come back.
Congregation — The congregations should be meeting outside the normal church times at least twice a month.
We should be Fellowshipping with other congregations in the area to build not just OUR church but to build THE church in the community.
Ownership
If a person feels that they are part of a church they will participate...
BUT if a person feels that the CHURCH is part of them they will live and die for it...
Ownership in the church is giving EVERY member a responsibility to go with their gifts.
People are more likely to work hard for the church if they feel that it is their CHURCH!!!!
EVERYONE should have a story of HOW God has changed their life...and they should WANT to share it!
Unconventional Means
The world is different place than it was 10 years ago...the church has to be sensitive to that when we are ministering to the community.
This isn't saying change our doctrine...just our methods.
8/18/2008—Kenneth E. Overman Position Requested: Full-time Pulpit Minister
145 Wadsworth
Cuyahoga Falls, Oh 44221 Home phone: 330-926-1905 E-mail: Marital Status: Married w/ Children: Kyle Desired Salary: nego. Other Requests: plus housing plus med. ins. ? Education:
high school/and a few college coures over the years
Experience:
a few sermons while working as a truck driver
and a few while i was in the u.s. navy
When Jesus started looking for his twelve Apostles, he didn't look in the Jewish synagogues for the finely dressed, righteous acting scribes and pharisees. Jesus didn't look for his twelve among the rich rulers and popular public speakers of his day. No, Jesus looked for twelve men who were living and working in the humbler walks of life. Five were fishermen, one was of the despised publicans, and the occupations of the others are not mentioned. All, but Judas, were from Galilee and none of the original twelve received higher education. Acts 2:7 This should tell us something when looking at our brethren. The Lord often uses some of the most humble and meek brethren to carry out his grand eternal purposes. "...not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble, are called... that no flesh should glory in his presence." 1Cor. 1:26-29 These twelve men of humble means were chosen to live with the most magnificent of all God s creation, His only begotten Son!
I would never assume the characteristics of the Apostles, I only wish to preach the Gospel to the glorification of God. Notes: I am 56 years old and strongly believe that it is time for a new turn in my life.
I have been a member of the Church of Christ all my life. I was born into a church family and was baptised at the age of 14. Although I have no formal preaching experience, I feel I would do a fine job if given an opportunity, this is a calling that I believe the Lord is guiding me to. I am a very personable man with excellant people skills. I have a very good bible based knowledge and I feel the gathering of souls to the glory of God to be the our prime directive as we were instructed by our Lord to go into all the world. Given the chance I would like for us to grow together in the Lord. Money isn't as important as the need for a house and I wouldn't expect a large salary with the qualifications I have. I thank you for taking the time to read this and would enjoy hearing from you. in Christian love, Kenn Earliest date Available: as needed very little noticed is required
7/15/2008—Jim Wesson Position Requested: Full-time Pulpit Minister
152 Hilldale Lane
LaFollette, TN 37766 Home phone: (423) 563-9899 Office Phone: (423) 562-4447 E-mail: Marital Status: Married Desired Salary: 45,000 -- 50,000 Other Requests: plus housing Education:
Graduate of North Olmsted High School, North Olmsted, Ohio in June 1969.
Graduate of David Lipscomb College (now University) in June of 1973.
I was the recipient of B.C. Goodpasture Bible Award at the graduation exercises.
I have also completed 10 courses through the Sunset School of Preaching extension department.
Experience: For the past 6 1/2 years I have preached fulltime for the church in LaFollette, Tennessee. (March 2002 to the present)
Prior to that I was the fulltime preacher for 10 1/2 years for the church in Rockwood, Tennessee. (October 1991 to March 2002)
Prior to that I was the fulltime preacher for the Sandy Hook church of Christ in Mount Pleasant, Tennessee. (February 1988 to October 1991)
I have also preached for churches in Jasper, TN, Pottstown, PA, Hamilton, NY,
Lower Salem, OH, Sumter, SC, Utica, NY, and Bradford, PA.
I have preached in Meetings or spoken on lectrueships in Tennessee, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, New Hampshire, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina.
I also have expericnce speaking on both radio and television.
Notes: I am committed to the old paths and strive to preach the word just as it is.
Those who have heard me preach would say that I am a powerful preacher. I would prefer preaching fulltime for a congregation in Tennessee, North Carolina, Virginia, Kentucky, or northern Georgia, although I would consider other areas if the right opportunity presents itself. My son, Peter Wesson, preaches fulltime for the Chattanooga Valley church of Christ in Fintstone, GA.
My son-in-law and daughter, Scott and Rebecca Shanahan, are missionaries on the island of Pohnpei in the Micronesia islands. I would be happy to furnish any other information or references that might be required.
Earliest date Available: October 2008
7/9/2008—Clarence F. Walker Position Requested: Full-time Pulpit Minister
1008 Shearwater Ave.
Aubrey, Tx 76227 Home phone: 972-347-6450 E-mail: Marital Status: Married Desired Salary: 45,000 Other Requests: plus housing allowance Education:
7/9/2008—Dr. Henry M. Petree Position Requested: Full-time Pulpit/Worship Minister
928 N.York St. Ste.19
Muskogee, OK 74403 Office Phone: 918-816-1507 E-mail: Website:www.henrypetree.com Marital Status: Married with Children: 2 married Education:
B.S.- Counseling
Doctorate - Counseling
Experience: Dr. Henry M. Petree
303 S. Scott St. Cell: 918-816-1507
Fort Gibson, Oklahoma 74434
PROFILE
I was baptized into Christ in 1964, at the Worth Heights Church of Christ in Fort Worth Texas. I started my ministry at Rosemont Church of Christ in Fort Worth about 5 years later.
Character Traits:
Leadership Skills: Able to motivate and instruct others, help people see and develop their potential, and encourage involvement in those on the fringe. Diplomatic, self-motivated, and assertive
Management Skills: Resourceful and objective with comprehensive organizational skills. A team player, problem-solver, and capable of supervising others
Communication: As a communicator, active listener, and effective teacher and preacher, my strongest area of communication is pastoral counseling with families, individuals and adolescents
EDUCATION
B.S. Degree in Counseling
Doctorate Degree in Counseling
MINISTRY EXPERIENCE
Seven Years Fort Gibson Church of Christ Fort Gibson, Oklahoma
Pulpit/Counseling: The Fort Gibson church is a congregation of 400 in a town of 5,000. The congregation is made up of a wide variety of ages and economic groups.
Six years Stroud Church of Christ Stroud, Oklahoma
Pulpit Minister: The Stroud congregation was about 125 strong. It was made up of mostly older members and a group of local children that came in on their buses. My responsibilities included preaching, visiting and working with the youth group.
Four Years Memorial Drive Church of Christ Tulsa, Oklahoma
Youth/Involvement: Memorial was a congregation of approximately 600 members. I worked with the youth for the first couple of years and for the last couple of years, I worked with the Involvement Ministry.
Two Years 20th Street Church of Christ Rockford, Illinois
Bus Minister: 20th Street was a congregation of about 250 members. My duties included recruiting and training bus workers and recruiting and teaching about 500 bus riders per
service. I was responsible for the youth program and counseling bus families and members.
Two Years Granbury Church of Christ Granbury, Texas
Bus Minister: The Granbury Church had 350 to 400 members. My primary duties were recruiting and training bus workers and recruiting and teaching bus children.
Six Years Rosemont Church of Christ Fort Worth, Texas Bus Minister: I started the bus ministry as a deacon, then went part time and was hired full time as the ministry grew.
VISION
My vision is tied directly to the Great Commission; it is and has always been to "seek and to save the lost." As a minister, equipping the Saints for service and encouraging them to reach out to their neighbors is paramount. In the community, developing relationships and turning those relationships into opportunities to share the Gospel is the goal of my ministry.
BIOGRAPHY
My wife Cheryl and I have been married for 43 years. We have two married daughters and six grandchildren. Cheryl is a very effective mentor for young mothers and is involved in the prison work here.
ADDITIONAL OUTREACH INFO:
I serve as the Critical Incident Officer for the Muskogee County Sheriff's Office. I am the Founder and the director of Oklahoma Education Critical Incident Network, the Churches of Christ Critical Incident Network and the Law Enforcement Critical Incident Network. I have served as the Chaplain for the Fort Gibson Fire Deptment since moving to Fort Gibson.
I have published two books: "Why are our Kids Killing Kids" and "In Perspective". I speak regularly on a number of topics pertaining to school safety and preparedness. I have spoken in local, state and national conferences for school superintendents, school boards and school counselors. I have been interviewed on talk radio shows across the U.S. and Canada as well as in Europe, Asia and South America on topics that pertain to School Violence. I am currently a trainer for PREPARE/ENRICH, training ministers and therapists to use their marriage counseling assessment tools.
I was a responder in the aftermath of the Oklahoma City Bombing and 9/11. I have responded to several hundred homicides, suicides, fatality car crashes and have trained over 400 school counselors, ministers, law enforcement personnel, fire department personnel and church members to respond to critical incidents.
Notes:
Dear Brethren,
This is my first letter of introduction in my almost 40 years of ministry; a letter that attempts to start a dialogue that could lead to a major move on my part and create a new relationship within the Lord's church. In times past, the moves that I have made have been a result of contact from an Eldership with a specific need. So, forgive me if my approach seems a bit awkward. This is also my first attempt at a resume in 40 years, so if you need additional information, don't hesitate to ask. It is my feeling that this letter of intent will give you enough information about me for you to decide whether any further contact is necessary. May God bless your congregation's search for a pulpit minister and my search for a pulpit to fill.
The purpose of this letter is twofold; I would first like to let you know what I am looking for in a relationship with a congregation. Secondly, I will attempt to explain what I feel that I can offer in return.
I am looking for a relationship with a group of Elders - not an employer/employee agreement but as part of a team. I understand submission to an Eldership as I myself have served in that capacity and have no problem with submission in the relationship. What I am saying here is that I desire a relationship, not just a job.
I am looking to build relationships within the Body. I am a very hands-on minister - not a professional preacher. By this I mean that I do develop personal relationships with the flock where I preach. I expect to be involved in their lives and to have them involved in mine. I will be there to cry when they cry and to rejoice when they rejoice and I will not do that from afar. My formal training is in the area of counseling and I am most willing to exercise that training. I feel my strongest God-given gifts are in that area. I also believe that helping others find their gifts and develop them is a part of God's plan for my life.
I have a strong desire to seek and save the lost. In my opinion, there are two kinds of churches. The first is what I call an "Outreach Church". These churches are constantly looking for ways to meet the needs of their neighbors so that they can earn the right to sit with them and discuss how Jesus can make a difference in their lives. These churches welcome the unwed mothers, drug addicts, alcoholics, black folks, white folks, and all the rest. They welcome folks who are just getting out of prison and the folks that might well wind up there, if someone does not introduce them to the Savior. The "In-Reach Church" is the kind of church where everyone pretty much looks alike and has the same interests and about the same level of income. They are busy doing good works, but very few folks are won to Jesus and no one seems to notice as long as some visiting missionary doesn't bring the subject up. They tend to lose members from time to time with no idea of where they went o!
r why. The goal in "In-Reach Churches" seems to be taking care of the brethren by providing a vibrant, exciting worship experience, an awesome youth program, biblically sound Bible classes, and a visionary foreign missions policy - they have something going on 24/7 to keep the saved, saved.
I thank God for both, the "In-Reach" and "Outreach" churches. I do want to be a part of a congregation with a vibrant, exciting worship experience, an awesome youth program, biblically sound Bible classes, and a vision for foreign missions with something going on 24/7 for the members. I also want to be a part of a congregation that has a heart for the lost and dying world around them and is interested in reaching that lost and dying world. I am interested in being a part of a congregation that wants a minister that is involved not only in the lives of the members, but is also involved in the lives of those who do not yet know the victory found in Jesus.
Brethren, if you too have a vision for the lost and want a minister who will go out of his way to "go into the street corners an invite them into the banquet, both the good and the bad" (Matt. 22:9), then perhaps we need to discuss further how we, together, can keep the saved, saved while seeking and saving the lost in your community.
In Him,
Dr. Henry M. Petree
918-816-1507
6/9/2009—David Coombs Position Requested: Part-time Pulpit Evangelism Minister
263 Province Street
Laconia, NH 03246 Home phone: 603 581 9184 E-mail: Marital Status: Married Desired Salary: 500 Other Requests: plus housing Education:
Graduate Harding School of Biblical Studies (Alpha class - CCP_
Experience:
Preached for over 30 years serving churches in Kittery, ME; Hooksett, NH; Warsaw, IN; Storrs, CT; and Tilton, NH. Notes: Presently with Lakes Region church of Christ in Tilton, NH where I serve as one of the Elders and preach regularly once a month, teach an adult class, and conduct devotional talks. I want to retire from secular work and preach or serve the church on a part time basis.
Earliest date Available: July 12, 2009
9/17/2008—Todd Barrier Position Requested: Part-time Pulpit or Youth Minister
6412 danville Road
Hartselle, Al 35640 Home phone: 256-751-0009 E-mail: Marital Status: Married w/ Children: 1 Desired Salary: n/a Education:
B.S. Education, Alabama 1999
Currently taking on-line Master of Ministry classes at Nations University.
Experience: Two years preaching in Hartselle Church of Christ's Prison Ministry.
High School Bible Class teacher.
VBS director 2008.
Notes: I am looking for speaking opportunities. I am currently taking on-line Master of Ministry classes. I have also been preaching in my congregations Prison Ministry for two years. I also have experience with teaching Bible Class and directing VBS. I am hoping to gain more experience preaching in hopes of moving into the ministry one day. I would like to offer my services to any congregation in the North Alabama, Southern Tennessee area that needs someone to fill-in as a speaker. I am very passionate about getting more experience and helping spread the truth of God's word! Anyone interested may contact Phillip Hines (Preacher, Hartselle Church of Christ) at 256-773-6124 or Daniel Gaines (Preacher, Pleasant Valley Church of Christ)
, for references. I can be reached at 256-751-0009 or
. Thank you and have a blessed day!
Sincerely,
Todd Barrier
Earliest date Available: ASAP
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