Professional Summary

Ministry leader with 20+ years of experience developing disciples, revitalizing ministries, and leading organizational change. Proven ability to implement relational discipleship strategies, build leadership teams, and foster authentic spiritual growth.

Ministry Experience

GREATER PORTLAND BIBLE CHURCH, Portland, OR

Discipleship Director (Dec 2023 – Present)

• Led transformative 20-week training program on relational discipleship methodology for church staff and volunteers
• Organized and executed weekend conference for 60 volunteer leaders, providing comprehensive training and community-building
• Developed and launched prototype small groups implementing relational discipleship principles
• Facilitated significant culture shift aligning church practices with discipleship values

Youth Pastor (Dec 2022 – Present)

• Doubled attendance by creating engaging environment for Jr. High and High School students
• Developed strategic ministry plan aligned with church's vision, mission, and values
• Organized outreach events, led weekly services, and delivered youth-focused messages
• Recruited and trained volunteer team to effectively minister using relational discipleship methodology
• Implemented parent communication system to support spiritual development

PERSONAL SABBATICAL

(Nov 2017 – Nov 2022)

• Provided full-time care and spiritual support during son's successful battle with stage 3 cancer
• Continued personal theological development, ministry planning, and leadership formation during this period

CHURCH (CHURCH PLANT), Hillsboro, OR

Co-Pastor (Oct 2014 – Nov 2017)

• Led establishment of foundational documents and governance policies
• Implemented polycentric leadership model based on Ephesians 4
• Organized community-building activities to foster engagement and belonging
• Developed sustainable ministry systems during church's formational period

WESTSIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH

Youth Pastor (Feb 2013 – Mar 2014)

• Led Jr. High and High School ministries
• Acted as model ministry for multi-campus model
• Developed and implemented youth discipleship programming
• Coordinated weekly services and special events

EAST RIVER FELLOWSHIP

Youth Pastor (Sep 2005 – Sep 2011)

• Directed comprehensive youth ministry program for over 6 years
• Created L.E.a.D. program (Leadership, Education and Development)
• Developed G.E.A.R. discipleship framework (Gifting, Equipping, Anointing, Releasing)
• Built and mentored volunteer leadership team of adults and students

EVERGREEN CHRISTIAN CENTER

Youth Ministry Intern (June 2001 – Sept 2005)

• Played key role supporting Jr. High ministry serving 150+ students weekly
• Managed volunteer coordination and student leadership development with youth pastor oversight
• Directed student worship team preparation and service elements
• Assisted in planning and executing ministry events, camps, and outreach activities
• Took on increasing responsibility for Jr. High program while youth pastor focused on high school ministry
• Developed foundational ministry skills through hands-on leadership experience
• Served part-time through college; transitioned to full-time internship April 2004

Skills

• Discipleship Program Development
• Staff Training & Development
• Ministry Leadership
• Change Management
• Pastoral Care & Counseling
• Youth Ministry
• Volunteer Recruitment & Training
• Teaching & Preaching
• Organizational Leadership
• Strategic Planning

Education

Life Pacific College
Coursework towards Bachelor of Arts, Biblical Studies
Concentration: Pastoral Ministry

Kairos University
6/2025 Master of Divinity – In Process

Professional Development

• Relational Discipleship Network Cohort
• V3 Church Planters Cohort
• Stephen Ministry Christian Caregiving Certification