James Riggs
Front Royal
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at multiple ministry levels, excelling in pastoral counseling and strategic thinking. Spearheaded innovative community engagement initiatives, enhancing outreach ministry effectiveness. Demonstrates exceptional adaptability, spiritual leadership, and a strong work ethic, inspiring transformative growth. Professional with strong background in pastoral leadership, committed to fostering spiritual growth and community outreach. Expertise in delivering meaningful sermons and providing compassionate support to congregation members. Known for fostering collaborative team environment and achieving results through adaptability and dedication.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastor/Startup Founder
Blue Mountain Ministries
03.2021 - Current
- Provided pastoral care to individuals in need, offering counseling, guidance, and support during difficult times.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, and baptisms.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Volunteered at church-sponsored outreach events.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Facilitated small group discussions aimed at deepening participants'' understanding of core biblical principles and themes.
Outreach Pastor
Life Changers Praise and Worship Center
05.2020 - 03.2021
- Led training sessions to equip volunteers with essential skills for successful outreach work such as active listening techniques or cultural sensitivity training.
- Expanded the outreach ministry by developing and implementing strategic plans for community engagement.
- Designed innovative approaches to evangelism utilizing digital tools like social media channels or online discussion platforms, broadening opportunities for spiritual engagement beyond traditional methods.
- Improved communication between the outreach department and congregation by regular updates during services.
- Encouraged congregation members to actively engage in outreach activities by sharing inspiring stories of transformation or breakthroughs resulting from their service during sermons or testimonies.
- Provided spiritual and administrative expertixe to church leadership.
Children's Ministry Volunteer
Dynamic Life Ministries
02.2018 - 04.2020
- Supported religious leaders in performing various duties.
- Attended meetings with religious leaders.
- Participated in various outreach programs.
- Assisted with organizing religious activities and services.
- Wrote and delivered sermons.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Volunteered as van ministry driver, school aged ministry (5-10 yrs old), pre-teen ministry (10-12 yr old) and special programs within the ministry.
Education
Master of Arts - Christian Ministry (Evangelism/Church Planting)
Liberty University Baptist Theological Seminary
Lynchburg, VA12-2013
Skills
- Preaching
- Strategic thinking
- Grief support
- Strong work ethic
- Adaptability and resilience
- Pastoral counseling
- Delegation and empowerment
- Community engagement
- Pastoral care
- Spiritual leadership
- Visionary leadership
- Sermon preparation
Timeline
Pastor/Startup Founder
Blue Mountain Ministries
03.2021 - Current
Outreach Pastor
Life Changers Praise and Worship Center
05.2020 - 03.2021
Children's Ministry Volunteer
Dynamic Life Ministries
02.2018 - 04.2020
Master of Arts - Christian Ministry (Evangelism/Church Planting)
Liberty University Baptist Theological Seminary
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