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Rodney R. Strother
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Rodney Strother

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Summary

Dedicated Associate Pastor with a strong background in pastoral care, event planning, and leadership development. Expertise in mentoring emerging leaders and facilitating workshops to enhance community engagement.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Associate Pastor

Taylor Memorial Baptist Church
Columbia
06.2017 - Current
  • Provided pastoral care and counseling to church members during personal crises.
  • Coordinated worship services, including music selection and volunteer scheduling.
  • Collaborated with church leadership on strategic planning initiatives and vision setting.
  • Facilitated small group discussions to enhance fellowship among church members.
  • Managed all aspects of ministry.
  • Visited, counseled, and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
  • Conducted special services like baptisms, weddings, and funerals.
  • Reached out to unchurched, new residents or inactive church members.
  • Carried out church mission by planning and leading worship services, writing sermons and working with church leaders.

Minister of Gospel

Right Direction Church International
Columbia
05.2002 - Current
  • Led prayer meetings to foster spiritual growth and connection among members.
  • Mentored emerging leaders within the church to enhance ministry effectiveness.
  • Facilitated workshops on faith-related topics to enrich congregational knowledge.
  • Conducted Bible studies with small groups, providing spiritual guidance and comfort.
  • Recruited volunteers for various ministries within the church community.
  • Encouraged parishioners to participate in acts of service that benefit their neighbors.
  • Visited homes of parishioners offering support during times of illness or distress.
  • Assisted in organizing special events such as baptisms, weddings, funerals, and other religious ceremonies.
  • Created meaningful relationships with community organizations in order to serve those in need.
  • Led weekly worship services featuring prayers, scripture readings, hymns, and sermons.
  • Provided pastoral counseling to individuals facing personal or spiritual crisis.
  • Supported fundraising efforts for mission trips abroad through public speaking engagements.
  • Visited, counseled, and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
  • Reached out to unchurched, new residents or inactive church members.
  • Met with individuals in hospitals and prisons, offering comfort and support.
  • Instructed and guided individuals converting to new faith.
  • Administered communion, baptisms and other religious rites.

Package Delivery Driver

United Parcel Service, UPS
Columbia
12.1988 - 05.2022
  • Delivered packages efficiently to residential and commercial locations.
  • Managed route planning to ensure timely deliveries.
  • Maintained accurate delivery records and documentation.
  • Communicated effectively with customers regarding delivery status.
  • Adhered to company policies for package handling and safety protocols.
  • Navigated route to customer locations using GPS maps.

Deacon

New Hope Baptist Church
Blair
07.1991 - 03.2001
  • Led community outreach programs to support local families in need.
  • Coordinated worship services, including music and guest speakers.
  • Fostered fellowship among congregation members through group activities.
  • Facilitated Bible study sessions to deepen understanding of scripture.
  • Prepared annual budget estimates for church operations and ministries.
  • Encouraged volunteer participation in church ministries and outreach efforts.
  • Collaborated with pastors from other churches to share resources and best practices.
  • Taught Bible classes for all ages from nursery to adult education courses.

Church Trustee

New Hope Baptist Church
Blair
05.1988 - 04.1990
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.

Medical Supply Specialist

US Army
Fort Stewart
04.1984 - 11.1987
  • Managed inventory of medical supplies to ensure readiness for operations.
  • Coordinated supply chain logistics to maintain efficient distribution processes.
  • Conducted inspections of medical equipment for compliance with safety standards.
  • Implemented organization strategies for storage areas to optimize space and access.
  • Communicated supply needs with military units to support mission requirements.
  • Maintained accurate records of supplies using inventory management systems.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline procurement processes for essential items.
  • Monitored supply levels to anticipate needs for restocking; placed orders as necessary.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to the procurement process.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mission Driven Leadership

Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN
04-2025

Associate of Science -

Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN
08-2023

Skills

  • Community engagement
  • Conflict resolution
  • Leadership development
  • Event planning
  • Project management
  • Effective communication
  • Pastoral care
  • Volunteer recruitment
  • Multicultural sensitivity
  • Inspirational leadership
  • Crisis management
  • Pastoral collaboration
  • Fundraising expertise
  • Strategic planning
  • Senior adult ministry
  • Sermon delivery
  • Preparing weekly sermons
  • Home visitation
  • Teaching bible studies
  • Grief support
  • Shepherding
  • Congregation communication
  • Preaching
  • Church administration
  • Facility management
  • Prayer devotion
  • Men's ministry
  • Biblical studies
  • Biblical stewardship
  • Marriage counseling
  • Prayer leadership
  • Sermons preparation
  • Special needs ministry
  • Small group facilitation
  • Public speaking
  • Organizational leadership
  • Funeral officiation
  • Wedding officiation
  • Worship planning
  • Mission development
  • Congregational care
  • Event organization
  • Spiritual leadership
  • Disciple-making
  • Discipleship training
  • Women's ministry
  • Online ministry
  • Audio-visual production
  • Volunteer management
  • Spiritual cultivation
  • Church outreach
  • Creative arts ministry
  • Ministry evaluation
  • Discipleship
  • Christian education
  • Ministerial staff meeting
  • Leadership building
  • Grief counseling
  • Spiritual teaching

Certification

  • Honorably Discharged from the Military
  • Ordained Deacon
  • Licensed Minister
  • Ordained Minister

Affiliations

  • I like sporting events
  • Spending time with family
  • Traveling
  • Remodeling
  • Landscaping my yard

Rodney R. Strother

  • Married for 42 years, the proud father of three adult sons and grandfather of a grandson and granddaughter. I love serving God and preaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ. I am family first, meaning that I believe in raising having godly families. I believe in creating lasting legacies for generations. I love my wife, she has always been a supportive partner and best friend.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Associate Pastor

Taylor Memorial Baptist Church
06.2017 - Current

Minister of Gospel

Right Direction Church International
05.2002 - Current

Deacon

New Hope Baptist Church
07.1991 - 03.2001

Package Delivery Driver

United Parcel Service, UPS
12.1988 - 05.2022

Church Trustee

New Hope Baptist Church
05.1988 - 04.1990

Medical Supply Specialist

US Army
04.1984 - 11.1987

Bachelor of Science - Mission Driven Leadership

Indiana Wesleyan University

Associate of Science -

Indiana Wesleyan University

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