Elim Baptist Church, Augusta GA
Senior Pastor / Teacher
Catalyst for growth, unity, and impact of historic church in Augusta area
Provided strategic guidance to leadership team, driving success of robust array of ministries, including global missions, community outreach, biblical studies, youth programming, and education
Shepherded flock, guiding, protecting, and encouraging congregation to bring light to world by walking in path of Christ
Saw increase in church attendance and involvement by more than 200%.
Led increase in youth and young adult involvement to 30 plus young people every week, in Sunday services and midweek activities.
Implemented annual summer camp that ministered to 80 children and pre - teens.
Saw increase in monthly giving by average of 80%.
Initiated multiple capital improvement and acquisition initiatives to expand churches physical footprint presence
Expanded reach worldwide, launching livestream video ministry to bring weekly services to online worshippers.
Expanded church's multimedia capabilities
Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services
Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities
Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations
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
Supervised associate pastors and staff leading education, youth, pastoral care, and older adult ministry programs
Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry
Partnered with city officials, non-profit resource organizations, civic groups, and members of public for outreach to at-risk children
Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church and managed daily operations
Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community