Jacob Joseph
Easley,SC
Summary
Dynamic Pastor with a proven track record at Gateway Church, enhancing worship experiences and growing the music ministry through effective leadership and pastoral care. Skilled in practical music application and developing discipleship, I've mentored musicians and increased congregational engagement, demonstrating strong creative songwriting and leadership development.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Worship Pastor / Minister of Music
Gateway Church
06.2014 - 10.2024
- Oversaw audiovisual team operations ensuring smooth transitions between service elements.
- Effectively utilized social media platforms to promote upcoming church events and maintain a consistent online presence.
- Prioritized pastoral care for music ministry members, offering guidance and support during challenging times.
- Enhanced worship experiences by incorporating diverse musical styles and multimedia elements in services.
- Developed strong volunteer teams for music ministry, providing training and mentorship to musicians and vocalists.
- Mentored aspiring worship leaders through one-on-one coaching sessions, helping them develop their skills and confidence.
- Increased congregational participation in worship by introducing new songs regularly while maintaining traditional hymns beloved by members.
- Recruited volunteers for choirs and worship teams.
- Led and inspired worship team members and guided team in following church processes, guidelines and mission.
- Set up PowerPoint presentations with lyrics for congregation.
- Attended regular practices and private lessons to hone skills.
- Managed a team of 6 with my wife and trained up 2 people to replace us as leaders, so we could step away from the team.
Youth Pastor
Gateway Church
11.2017 - 10.2022
- Planned weekly groups as well as special events attending Winterfest 2020 with a group of 15+.
- Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
- Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategies for growing the congregation's youth ministry program.
- Utilized various teaching techniques to effectively communicate biblical truths to young people in an engaging and relevant manner.
- 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.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, event details, financial information, and contact information for all youth ministry participants.
Small Group Director
Gateway Church
01.2015 - 12.2017
- Served as a mentor figure within the small group setting, offering guidance on both academic and personal matters.
- Managed diverse groups of individuals, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all participants.
- Improved communication skills among group members through targeted icebreakers and team-building exercises.
- Assessed participant needs at the beginning of each session, tailoring content accordingly for maximum engagement and relevance.
- Boosted participation rates through consistent outreach efforts targeting potential new members.
- Provided constructive feedback on participant performance, supporting their personal development goals.
- Developed creative problem-solving strategies within the group context, improving overall productivity.
- Provided guidance to 30+ members of congregation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Old Mill High School
Millersville, MD06-2014
Skills
- Leadership in Spiritual Contexts
- Pastoral Care
- Leadership Development in Discipleship
- Prayer Leadership
- Practical Application of Music Theory
- Website Administration
- Worship Leadership
- Creative Songwriting
- Guitar, Piano, and Drums proficiency
- Preaching
- Sermon Composition
Licensed Exhorter in the Church of God - Cleveland, TN
Accomplished in April, 2017.
Timeline
Youth Pastor
Gateway Church
11.2017 - 10.2022
Small Group Director
Gateway Church
01.2015 - 12.2017
Worship Pastor / Minister of Music
Gateway Church
06.2014 - 10.2024
High School Diploma -
Old Mill High School
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