Whitney Rhodes Stout
High Point
Summary
Ambitious ministry leader with strong focus on fostering spiritual growth and community engagement. Skilled in preaching, pastoral care, and team collaboration, consistently achieving impactful results. Highly adaptable to changing needs, reliable, and committed to guiding congregations with compassion and integrity.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Pastor
St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church
03.2024 - Current
- Enhanced congregation engagement by delivering thought-provoking and culturally relevant sermons.
- Promoted spiritual growth among members with regular Bible study sessions and prayer meetings.
- Improved church financial stability by implementing effective fundraising strategies and budget management.
- Contributed to the growth of the church by actively participating in community events, promoting a positive image for the congregation.
- Established an effective feedback system that allowed parishioners to voice concerns or suggestions regarding church matters.
- Mentored new church leaders in their roles, providing guidance on best practices for spiritual leadership and administration.
- Played an instrumental role in conflict resolution efforts within the church, mediating disputes and facilitating peaceful solutions.
- Collaborated with fellow pastors to develop a cohesive vision for church direction and programs.
- Increased membership retention by creating targeted small group initiatives catering to diverse interests and needs within the congregation.
- Incorporated multimedia elements into worship services to enhance the overall experience for attendees.
- Assisted in managing daily church operations including facility maintenance, event planning, and staff supervision.
- Provided pastoral care to individuals in need, offering guidance, support, and counseling services.
Senior Pastor
Freedom in Christ Outreach Ministry
12.2022 - Current
- Led effective pastoral care for congregation members, providing spiritual guidance and support during times of crisis or need.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- 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.
- Built strong relationships with community organizations, collaborating on projects that aligned with shared values and goals.
- 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.
- Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
- 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.
Youth Director
Youthful Life 360
02.2022 - Current
- Developed comprehensive curricula for various age groups, ensuring developmental appropriateness and inclusivity.
- Organized successful fundraising events that increased financial support for youth-focused initiatives significantly.
- Coordinated and attended annual church events to foster and build intergenerational fellowship and outreach.
- Increased youth engagement by developing and implementing innovative programs tailored to their interests.
- Assisted in creation and implementation of missions strategy for youth to get involved in local and global missions.
- Partnered with educational institutions to offer additional learning opportunities such as tutoring sessions or workshops outside traditional classroom settings.
- Managed budgets effectively, allocating resources efficiently towards program development and improvement initiatives.
- Led integration of youth into worship and other ministry areas at church and church events.
- Recruited, developed and encouraged volunteers and parents to provide fellowship and faith building activities for youth.
- Led training sessions for staff members to ensure they were equipped with essential knowledge in areas such as youth development best practices and conflict resolution strategies.
- Enhanced communication among team members, parents, and students by implementing a centralized information platform.
- Initiated social media campaigns that increased online visibility and attracted new participants to our programs.
- Mentored staff members to enhance their professional growth and ability to support young people''s needs more effectively.
- Implemented bible study and faith and life issues and social responsibility topical studies to foster effective ministry for youth education.
- Strengthened community ties through the organization of outreach events and collaborative projects with local organizations.
- Taught and counseled youth ages 5yrs to 19yrs.
Education
Master of Arts - Theology
Shaw University
Raleigh, NC12.2022
Master of Arts - Religion
Shaw University
Raleigh, NC12.2022
Ministry License of Prophecy - Prophetic Teachings
Bible Believers International Worship Center
High Point, NC10-2021
Ministry License - Biblical Studies
High Point University
High Point, NC05-2020
Associate of Arts - Biblical Studies
High Point University
High Point, NC05-2019
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ06.2012
High School Diploma -
Salisbury High School
Salisbury, NC05.2005
Skills
- Biblical teaching
- Pastoral counseling
- Vision casting
- Ministry development
- Spiritual leadership
- Discipleship training
- Small group facilitation
- Grief support
- Sermon preparation
- Youth ministry
- Congregational care
- Prayer guidance
- Social media engagement
- Fundraising expertise
- Community service
- Preaching
- Disciple-making
Timeline
Co-Pastor
St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church
03.2024 - Current
Senior Pastor
Freedom in Christ Outreach Ministry
12.2022 - Current
Youth Director
Youthful Life 360
02.2022 - Current
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Arizona
High School Diploma -
Salisbury High School
Master of Arts - Theology
Shaw University
Master of Arts - Religion
Shaw University
Ministry License of Prophecy - Prophetic Teachings
Bible Believers International Worship Center
Ministry License - Biblical Studies
High Point University
Associate of Arts - Biblical Studies
High Point University
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