T. Adam Blackmon
Zebulon
Summary
Dynamic Senior Pastor with extensive experience at Wendell Community Church, excelling in preaching and organizational leadership. Successfully implemented outreach programs, enhancing community engagement and spiritual growth. Recognized for fostering inclusivity and mentoring church leaders, while effectively managing budgets to support ministry initiatives. Committed to crisis management and providing compassionate pastoral care.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Pastor
Wendell Community Church
03.2001 - Current
- Led congregation in worship services, fostering spiritual growth and community engagement.
- Developed sermon series aligning with church mission, enhancing congregational understanding of biblical teachings.
- Mentored church leaders and volunteers, promoting leadership development and team cohesion.
- Implemented outreach programs to address community needs, strengthening church presence and impact.
- Facilitated strategic planning sessions, aligning ministry goals with church vision for sustainable growth.
- Oversaw administrative functions, ensuring effective resource management and operational efficiency within the church.
- Guided conflict resolution efforts within the congregation, promoting unity and fostering a supportive environment.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Led effective pastoral care for congregation members, providing spiritual guidance and support during times of crisis or need.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Enhanced spiritual growth for church members through regular pastoral counseling sessions and personalized guidance.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Led dynamic worship services on a weekly basis, fostering an atmosphere of spiritual reflection and connection for congregants.
- Expanded missions outreach efforts to include partnerships with international organizations, increasing global impact on communities in need.
- Facilitated spiritual growth opportunities through small group leadership development, empowering lay leaders to take on increased responsibilities within the congregation.
- Managed budgets responsibly, allocating funds appropriately to support ongoing ministry initiatives and maintaining the long-term financial health of the church.
- Fostered an environment of inclusivity and acceptance within the church, welcoming diverse perspectives and backgrounds while cultivating unity around shared faith values.
- Developed and executed strategic plans to expand ministry offerings, ensuring alignment with the church''s mission and vision.
- Collaborated with church leadership to plan master calendar of events.
- Provided crisis response and counseling to church members.
- Elevated congregation engagement by developing thought-provoking sermons and promoting open discussions.
- Established and managed church budget yearly.
- Ensured effective communication across all levels of church operations by implementing streamlined systems for information dissemination among staff and volunteers.
- Nurtured a culture of volunteerism within the church community by developing opportunities for individuals to contribute their unique skills and talents in service to others.
- Increased annual giving by establishing robust stewardship campaigns, emphasizing the importance of financial commitment to ministry initiatives.
- Improved operational efficiency within the church by streamlining processes, optimizing resources, and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Worked with stewardship to promote responsible biblical stewardship.
- Mentored associate pastors in their professional development journey, sharing expertise in sermon preparation, counseling techniques, and administrative tasks.
- Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
- Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church and managed daily operations.
- Assisted with organization and implementation of Sunday school activities.
- Volunteered at church-sponsored outreach events.
- Authored sermons, lessons and other religious materials.
Youth Pastor
Baywood Pentecostal Holiness Church
09.1998 - 11.2000
- Developed and implemented engaging youth programs to foster spiritual growth and community involvement.
- Coordinated weekly Bible study sessions, enhancing scriptural understanding among youth participants.
- Collaborated with church staff to plan annual retreats, ensuring meaningful experiences for participants.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through feedback, adapting activities to better meet youth interests and needs.
- Set goals for youth in church and communicated with parents regarding progress.
- Revitalized youth ministry by developing engaging programs and activities focused on spiritual growth.
- Organized successful retreats that provided opportunities for spiritual reflection, personal growth, and fellowship among peers.
- Oversaw youth ministry budget and tracked all expenses.
- Created an inclusive atmosphere that welcomed individuals from diverse backgrounds, fostering a sense of unity and belonging within the youth group.
- Recruited volunteers from the congregation to assist in various aspects of the youth ministry program such as event planning or leading small groups during Bible studies or retreats.
- Empowered young people to take ownership of their faith journey through small group discussions and Bible study sessions.
- Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
- Coordinated with other church staff to ensure that youth ministry activities aligned with overall mission of church.
- Provided mentoring and counseling to youth members, offering guidance and support in their personal lives.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Authored sermons, lessons and other religious materials.
Youth Pastor
Bowman Baptist Church
04.1994 - 09.1998
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of Christian Education.
- Coordinated weekly Bible study sessions, enhancing scriptural understanding among adults, youth and children participants.
- Led programs such as worship, study, and fellowship.
- Utilized various teaching techniques to effectively communicate biblical truths to young people in an engaging and relevant manner.
- Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategies for growing the congregation's youth and children's ministry program.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through feedback, continuously improving offerings based on needs.
- Planned weekly groups as well as special events and overnight retreats.
- Collaborated with church staff to plan annual retreats, ensuring meaningful experiences for participants.
- Mentored teens through personal development initiatives, promoting leadership skills and self-confidence.
- Boosted youth engagement, introducing variety of extracurricular activities that catered to different interests.
- Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
- Recruited volunteers from the congregation to assist in various aspects of the youth ministry program such as event planning or leading small groups during Bible studies or retreats.
- Oversaw youth ministry budget and tracked all expenses.
- Secured resources for youth ministry activities, managing budget effectively to maximize impact.
Education
Associate of Arts - Religion
Emmanuel University
Franklin Springs, GASkills
- Teaching
- Organizational leadership
- Congregational care
- Pastoral care
- Officiating
- Preaching
- Marriage counseling
- Discipleship training
Timeline
Senior Pastor
Wendell Community Church
03.2001 - Current
Youth Pastor
Baywood Pentecostal Holiness Church
09.1998 - 11.2000
Youth Pastor
Bowman Baptist Church
04.1994 - 09.1998
Associate of Arts - Religion
Emmanuel University
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