PCA Minister Data Form 2010

Presbyterian Church in America Office of the Stated Clerk 1700 North Brown Road, Suite 105, Lawrenceville, GA 30043 Phone 678-825-1000 Fax 678-825-1001 Email: pastorsearch@pcanet.org

MINISTERIAL DATA FORM PART I -- BASIC DATA (Please type or print) 1.

FULL NAME Anthony R Locke (Tony) _____________________________ DATE COMPLETED June 8th, 2009

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HOME ADDRESS 4022 Copper Creek Way _______________________________ TELEPHONE 770-940--9959 CITY Buford _____________________________________________________________ STATE GA ZIP 30519 EMAIL

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AnthonyRLocke@Gmail.com ____________________________

ORDINATION: Date February 27th 2000 By Second Presbytery of the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church __ (Presbytery or Church)

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CURRENT MEMBERSHIP Member in good standing of Second Presbytery ________________________________

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EDUCATION: Name of Each Institution Attended

Degree

Yr. Grad.

(a) College:

Bob Jones University

BA in Bible, MA in Bible

89,91

(b) Seminary:

Bob Jones University

98 credit Seminary Degree

1996

(c) Graduate Training:

Erskine Theological Seminary

MA in Theological Studies Theology

2000

Erskine Theological Seminary

D.Min work all done but paper.

current

(d) Other Professional School: RTS in Charlotte and Orlando.

Classes toward a Doctorate of Ministry (e) Special Training: Chaplain Officer Basic and Advanced Training 1995/1999 National Association Nouthetic Counselors (year 1); Evangelism Explosion, Alpha Leadership Training, Christianity Explored Leadership training, Embers to a Flame Leadership Training, Global Church Advancement for Church Planters, 6.

EXPERIENCE: (Please list in order since Ordination) Month & Year Church or Field

City & State

Presbytery

Begun

Terminated

Peachtree Corners Presbyterian Church, Norcross, GA Second Presbytery

December of 1999

June of 2004

ARP Church of Newberry in Newberry, SC

July of 2004

Dec 31 of 2009

First Presbyterian Church of Tucker ARP

Second Presbytery Second Presbytery

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March 1 2010

Current _____

Other Experience -- Professional, Business or other -- that contributes to your use -- in the Ministry?

Employed 2 years as regular staff at the Wilds Christian Camp and Conference Center, Rosman, NC Work as a small business owner 7.

CURRENT POSITION

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Date of Birth: Nov. 08, 1967

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MARITAL STATUS

1992-1993 1996-1999

Senior Minister of Newberry ARP Place of Birth: Lansing, Michigan

(a) Single _____; Married __X___; Remarried _____; Widowed _____ (b) Wife's Full Name Jennifer Vick Locke ___________________________________________________________ Date of Marriage

May 26th, 2001

Wife’s Date of Birth February 6th, 1975

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: PLEASE NOTE: It would be appreciated if you would treat this Ministerial Data Form in a confidential manner. We hope you will assist us in avoiding embarrassment to the minister who submitted this Form and thereby shows his desire to cooperate in the program of our Church.

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(c) HAVE YOU EVER BEEN DIVORCED? No (d) Children: Names

Ages

Names

Ages

Tyler Anthony Locke

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Caleb Matthew Locke

6

Madison Grace Locke

4

Elijah Wilson Locke

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10. Please be specific in answering the following: (a) IF YOU ARE NOT NOW A MEMBER OF THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH IN AMERICA, DO YOU INTEND TO SUPPORT AND BE ACTIVE IN THE DENOMINATION? I could be. (b) ARE YOU IN AGREEMENT WITH THE SYSTEM OF DOCTRINE, DISCIPLINE AND GOVERNMENT OF THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH IN AMERICA? Yes __X__ No _____ If "No", please explain briefly.

11. (a) PRESENT PASTORATE: Newberry Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church

No. of members

168

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(b) REMUNERATION: Present yearly cash salary $__42,000________; Manse provided?

Yes. Worth about $8,000 in Newberry_____

Annuity Fund $6,500 , Social Security Yes, withheld, Hospital Insurance $ ARP Health Insurance $15,000/ year.

Other Allowances -- Books $300, Car $ 2,800 , Utilities $ 400/month

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Other -- (Specify) ____________________ Vacation 4 weeks for personal and 2 weeks for professional use Do these meet your needs? Yes, but the housing in Newberry is very inexpensive. Manse is 3,400 sqft and we use all of it. My wife doesn’t work. I walk to work - so we have very low gas expenses in our current budget. We would like to be able to buy a 5 bedroom house to accommodate our children and still have a guest room for my mother-in-law. (c) DO YOU OPERATE AN AUTOMOBILE IN YOUR WORK? _Yes_ Personal _X_ or Church Owned? _____ 12. REFERENCES: List 5 to 6 persons who would be in a position to give an objective evaluation of your training and experience. Include at least three ministers and two laymen (who are not members of your present church).

NAME

1.

Rev. John Dorr

ADDRESS (Street, City, State, Zip)

4374 Dovershire Tree, Norcross, GA 30092

PHONE (With Area Code)

770-263-7005

I was an Associate Minister under his leadership at Peachtree Corners ARP 2.

Rev. Barry Dagenhart

201 E White Street, Rock Hill, SC 29730

803-327-2009

I was an Associate Minister under his leadership at Peachtree Corners ARP 3.

Alan Avera

One Cleveland Street, Greenville, SC 29601

864-467-1800

ARP Outreach North America Director 4.

Brent Turner

bturner@arpsynod.org

864-905-9775

ARP Christian Education Ministries Director 5.

Jay Hering

579 E. Hannah Road, Hodges, SC 29653

864-379-3209

Professor at Erskine Seminary 6.

Jodie Gaston (Friend)

241 Brookdale Ave, Greenville, SC 29607

864-895-9677

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Tim Locke

424 Garretson Road, Bridgewater, NJ 08807

908-421-2237

My brother who is a PCA Minister in Bridgewater NJ

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PART II -- SUMMARY OF PREFERENCES (Check all of which you are willing to consider.)

TYPE OF CHURCH Church with Multiple Staff X___ Church with Solo Pastor X___ Multiple Churches ____ New Church Development ____ Non-PCA Church ____ Tent Making ____ Overseas Ministry X___ Other ____ (Specify) ________________________________ No preference ____

TYPE OF COMMUNITY Inner city Urban (Downtown) Urban (Residential) Suburban Small Town Rural College Retirement Resort/Recreational Agricultural No preference

SIZE CHURCH Under 100 members 101-250 members 251-500 members 501-800 members 801-1,000 members 1,001-1,600 members Over 1,600 members No preference

____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ X___

____ ____ X ___ X ___ ____ ____ ____ ____ X ___ ____ ____

GEOGRAPHICAL AREA Continental USA ____ Eastern Canada ____ Western Canada ____ California ____ Pacific Northwest ____ Southwest ____ Rocky Mountain States ____ Plain States (MO, KS, NE) ____ Texas/Oklahoma ____ Upper Mid West (Siouxlands) ____ Mid South (AR, TN, KY) ____ Southern States (LA, MS, AL) ____ Southeast (GA, SC, NC) X ___ Florida ____ Appalachian (W PA, WV, VA) ____ Mid Atlantic (Phila., DE, NJ, MD, VA) ____ Midwest (IN, IL, OH) ____ Northeast ____ New York ____ Great Lakes ____ Other ____ (Specify) _________________________________ No preference ____

SPECIALIZED MINISTRIES Minister of Music ____ Minister to Youth ____ Minister to Senior Citizens ____ Part-time or Short-term Minister ____ Christian School ____ Other ____ (Specify) ________________________________ TYPE OF POSITION Pastor (Solo) ____ Senior Pastor X___ Associate Pastor ____ Assistant Pastor ____ Interim or Supply ____ Pastoral Counselor ____ Other Position ____ (Specify) ________________________________ No preference ____

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PART III -- PASTORAL ACTIVITIES A. On a scale of 1 to 7, evaluate your expertise and weakness in your ministry. (Circle “7” for the areas of greatest strength and circle “1” for the area of least ability.)

Very Strong

Strong

Slightly Strong

Average

Slightly Weak

Weak

Very Weak

Preaching

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

Teaching

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

Evangelism

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

Discipleship

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

Worship Leadership

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

Church Administration

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

Team Work

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

Counseling

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

Leadership Training

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

Christian Education

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

Pastoral Visitation

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

Stewardship Ministry

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

Diaconal Ministry

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

Youth Work

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

College & Career Ministry

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

Ministry to Senior Citizens

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

Singles Ministry

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

Recreational Activities

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

Presbytery/General Assembly Involvement

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

Community Service

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

Other _Community Outreach

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

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PART III -- PASTORAL ACTIVITIES (Continued) B. I WOULD BE MORE COMFORTABLE IN A CONGREGATION THAT PLACED THE PRIORITIES ON MY MINISTRY THE FOLLOWING WAY: [Circle 4 for a congregation which would place highest priority on the activity; Circle 0 for a congregation which would place lowest priority on the activity. Circle 2 or 3 for intermediate priorities.

Choose not less than four (4) or more than six (6) of the activities on which you place highest priority.]

Low Priority 0

1

2

High Priority X 4

PROCLAMATION OF THE WORD (The word of God is preached with urgency and conviction, bringing it to bear on the changing needs of individuals, the community, and the world. High priority of pastor's time placed on sermon preparation.)

0

1

2

3

X

3.

SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT OF MEMBERS (Pastor shares members' struggles regarding the Christian faith, with opportunity provided for individuals and groups to reflect on beliefs, concerns, doubts regarding Christian understanding of the spiritual dimensions of life.)

0

1

2

3

X

4.

CONGREGATIONAL VISITATION (Church officers and pastor develop and carry out a systematic plan for visitation of the entire congregation with special attention to prospective members and those with special needs.)

0

X

2

3

4

5.

HOSPITAL OR EMERGENCY VISITATION (Those in hospitals or emergency situations are regularly visited; network developed to keep pastor and others informed of crisis situations; needs of ill or bereaved are met.)

0

1

2

3

X

6.

CONGREGATIONAL FELLOWSHIP (Emphasis placed in developing fellowship, helping members to know one another; groups encouraged which give members the opportunity to love and support one another.)

0

1

2

X

4

7.

COUNSELING SERVICES (A counseling program initiated for assisting those in and outside the Church; appropriate referrals made when needed.)

0

1

X

3

4

8.

EVANGELISM (Pastor and congregation share faith in Christ as personal Savior in total lifestyle; seek to lead others within and outside the Church to accept Jesus Christ: congregation is informed, trained, helped to establish effective evangelism programs for the church.)

0

1

2

3

X

9.

DISCIPLESHIP TRAINING

0

1

2

X

4

0

1

2

3

X+

1.

WORSHIP LEADERSHIP (Pastor and Session work to develop a rich worship life, educating the congregation for meaningful participation.)

2.

10. ENCOURAGING THE MINISTRY OF THE LAITY (Creative ideas and directions developed together with the Session; many persons with appropriate skills stimulated to become involved in services.)

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11. MISSION BEYOND THE LOCAL COMMUNITY (Awareness of the Church's worldwide mission and opportunities for corporate and individual involvement; specific projects identified; persons challenged to support, study and/or visit mission programs on six continents.)

0

1

X

3

4

0

1

2

X

4

0

1

2

3

X

0

1

X

3

4

15. ECUMENICAL AND INTERFAITH ACTIVITIES (Involvement with other congregations and the denominations in the community in presenting a united Christian witness in the community.)

0

X

2

3

4

16. CONGREGATIONAL COMMUNICATION (Two-way communication encouraged, information gathered and shared that will assist problem solving and decision making; varying opinions elicited and all encouraged to listen to opposing points of view.)

0

1

2

X

4

17. ADMINISTRATIVE LEADERSHIP (Pastor accepts appropriate administrative responsibilities, in climate of delegated tasks and shared leadership; volunteers and professional staff encouraged to use their ideas and skills. Work done on developing accountability.)

0

1

2

X

4

18. STEWARDSHIP AND COMMITMENT PROGRAMS (Session and pastor develop a planned stewardship education program to communicate the financial needs of the local church and mission beyond the local church; congregation challenged to commitment to Church's work.)

0

X

2

3

4

19. EVALUATION OF PROGRAM AND STAFF (Systematic procedures used to evaluate programs and staff performance in accord with goals and objectives. Others trained to use these skills. Regular assessment and evaluation.)

0

1

X

3

4

20. CONGREGATIONAL AND DENOMINATIONAL RESPONSIBILITY (Value placed on balance between local church and Assembly responsibilities. Congregation and Session know and are involved in the work of the denomination.)

0

1

X

3

4

21. DIACONAL MINISTRIES (Ministering to the needs of those inside and outside of the Church.)

0

X

2

3

4

12. DEVELOPMENT AND SUPPORT OF EDUCATION AND TRAINING PROGRAM (Session and pastor identify the educational needs of persons of all ages and backgrounds, developing programs to meet needs; church education supported; educational goals are congruent with the total mission of the Church.)

13. TEACHING RESPONSIBILITY (Pastor accepts an active teaching role, interpreting and teaching the Scriptures, theological concepts, history of the Church and current events; provides instruction for Church Officers; educational leaders, confirmands and new members.)

14. INVOLVEMENT IN LOCAL COMMUNITY PROBLEMS AND ACTIVITIES (Concern for identifying social problems in the community; work done with groups seeking solutions. Time and skills committed to community groups. Information and encouragement provided which enable members to become informed and involved.)

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PART IV -- PERSONAL VIEWS AND PRACTICES Please state briefly (one or two sentences) your personal views and practices using the following outline. Attach additional paper if necessary. On a separate piece of paper give a brief account of your conversion and Christian testimony.

A. Theological Conviction -- Brief Statement View of Scripture: I hold to the inerrancy and authority of the Scripture and believe it is the only source of faith and practice for the believer. I hold to the reformation dogma of Sola Scriptura.

World and Life View – I believe that part of the redemption of Christ involves Him becoming the head of all things, including this fallen world. A new creation was begun in the resurrection and by the Spirit we enjoy that goodness every day we live in fellowship with God. The Christian must take his audible/verbal/oral profession of faith into the world and culture while making his boast in the Lord.

Trinity- I believe that God is One God in three persons: God the Father, God the Son, and God the Spirit; ontologically equal but economically diverse, i.e. the Son does the will of the Father. I believe in the eternal generation of the Son and the eternal procession of the Spirit from both Father and Son. Person and Work of Christ: I believe Jesus was born of a virgin as the God-Man. That He lived a life of complete obedience and righteousness for about thirty-three years. He was the fullness and fulfillment of the OT promises of a Redeemer and the Abrahamic blessing. I believe His active and passive obedience are the source of our righteousness. He died as a propitiatory sacrifice (atonement) to save His people from their sins. He was buried and rose from the dead on the third day. He ascended into heaven where He is enthroned as King of kings and Lord of lords. He is coming again visibly at the time of His Father’s choosing to judge the earth.

Justification – I believe that the Spirit of God regenerates a heart, creating faith and repentance, then justifying or declaring righteous that sinner on no merit of his own, but imputing the righteousness (active and passive) of Jesus to the sinner, making him at the same time both saint and sinner. I believe this doctrine to be essential to growth in grace as a believer.

Sanctification (View of Law) – I believe that God has each believer on a path of holiness that grows brighter and brighter until the full day. Sanctification is a life-long process whereby the Spirit uses the written Word to transform us into the likeness of the incarnate Word. God’s standards of holiness, the law, lead us to our need of the Savior. The rules for pleasing God are not a means to righteousness. We cannot ingratiate God to us by being good. We cannot make God owe us by habits of Christian godliness.

I believe the moral law of God transcends time and that man is responsible to God for that law but can never fulfill the requirements therein outside of Christ and the work of God the Spirit. The believer is under the law of Christ, which is a law of liberty, and he should live in the freedom of conscience in those areas not forbidden by God. Covenant Theology – I believe that Christ is the fullness and the fulfillment of the OT promises to Adam (man) and the Abraham promises and that Gentiles are grafted into those promises and have the same destiny of Jewish believers. I believe God’s overarching purpose is His self-glorification through the redemptive work of His Son. Covenant Baptism – I believe that baptism is a sign and seal of the covenant of grace (Acts 2:39, Col 2:11, 12) and is applied to believers and their children. I believe that baptism is a means of grace but is not salvivic. Children are baptized on the basis of the faith of their parents, 1 Cor 7. I have baptized all four of my children.

Covenant of Works and Grace – I believe that God’s purpose for creation was the exaltation of His Son by making Him the head of creation and the church. I believe He accomplished this through two covenants: Works and Redemption. Adam and Eve were given the covenant of works, which if they had obeyed would have maintained man’s righteousness. Since they did not obey, God, in His mercy and compassion, covenanted with himself to redeem Adam by grace. Jesus then, as the second Adam, entered our failed covenant of works and righteously kept that covenant for us. We are baptized into His earned righteousness by a covenant of grace through faith.

Dispensationalism – I am well acquainted with this system and the hermeneutics behind it. I do not hold to the system or it’s hermeneutic. I have studied this system extensively because of my background and reject it.

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Five Points of Calvinism – My journey to Calvinism began at Bob Jones University under the direction of a Presbyterian professor in the seminary. He required his students read The Reformed Doctrine of Predestination, by Loraine Boettner. I hold all five points without equivocation.

Gifts of the Spirit – I believe the Spirit of God equips the Church of Christ to fulfill her mission by providing diverse gifts. Though I am not settled on whether we have one gift or various manifestations of spiritual ability and capacity, I do believe a person will generally find one type of ministry most satisfying, and that by the Spirit’s enabling. I do not believe the sign gifts are being used by the Spirit of God today, since there is no new revelation to confirm as being from God. Evangelism: I believe each believer and the corporate body are commissioned by Christ to “make disciples of all people groups” (Matt 28:19, 20). I am trained in Evangelism Explosion, Christianity Explored and Alpha. I believe the church should work strategically and aggressively to see the Gospel seed sown in the community. I believe the main role of the corporate structure is to equip the believer to do the work of the ministry, Eph 4:11, 12, which includes evangelism and discipleship.

The average church member would be surprised how dependent evangelism is upon a corporate effort.

Church Discipline: I believe that Church discipline is for the restoration of a believer, see Gal 6:1-4, 1 Cor 5 and 2 Cor 2.

I believe it should be practiced with prayer and patience, 1 Thess 5:14. I believe it is a mark of the Church of Christ.

Personal Views on Smoking – I believe that some uses of tobacco are permissible but believe there are dangers to the body and recommend moderation. Addiction to any substance is something Paul warns against in 1 Corinthians 6. I would also think that Christian love would make this a private practice.

Use of Alcohol – I did not consume a drop of alcohol until I was in my mid 30’s. I considered the Bible’s teachings, for and against, and then concluded it was permissible in moderation. I bought wine and beer for my kitchen as a single adult and used it as seasoning for five years before God cleared my conscience to drink in faith and assurance of God’s good pleasure.

My first drink of alcohol was in Nice, France after bicycling through parts of southern Europe. A French lady offered me a good French lager and I was blessed to enjoy it to the glory of God. I enjoy a drink with my wife once a month in private. No more than that. My brother brews a sweet beer and I drink one of those when I am in Atlanta with family. Other than those private events, the church would never see me with alcohol in my hand.

B. Personal Practices Indicate approximately how much time (per day or per week) you spend on each of the following: 1. Devotional Life I enjoy regular daily prayer as well as seasons of prayer. I enjoy daily prayer time with my family. We never miss. My wife and I take time away every year for spiritual renewal. We use Table Talk for our daily devotions. I memorize scripture consistently. How much time per day? It varies. I learned from the Bob Jones experience that questions that regiment the duration lead to legalism. At least 30-40 minutes a day to complete these commitments.

2. Place of Family: My family life is very important. My wife and I communicate regularly about what the kids need and how we can meet those needs. I eat dinner with my family a majority of the week (5 out of 7); I spend time at home in the evenings with the kids; have regular dates with my wife as well as give her time off for personal time; we have regular vacations and remain generally sensitive to the family needs. The key for us is communicating about what is needed and my wife does a great job at that.

3. Sermon Preparation: I take 8-10 hours to prepare a sermon. My sermon calendar is planned in advance for at least 3 months. I am working on different ones at different times. Sunday School lessons take me 6 hours depending on the subject matter. As a general habit I use Tuesday mornings to begin my study.

4. Hobbies and Recreation: I love to go to a gym with friends. A Gold’s Gym would be a great blessing to have locally. Right now I look like I have never been to one. I enjoy bicycle riding for exercise. I enjoy light construction and furniture design. I enjoy water sports and outdoor activities.

5. Pastoral Work: I offer pastoral care to anyone who asks for it. I strongly suggest pastoral care for those preparing for marriage or other life challenges. I visit those who stay the night at a hospital if I am notified. I go to the home of those who lost an immediate loved one and visit with them without waiting for them to call me. If I am asked to visit I will go to the home of someone suffering the death of a long lost distant cousin. I will show up for a young persons wisdom teeth extraction if requested. I accommodate any pastoral need that is communicated, otherwise, I use Sunday morning to offer words of sympathy and condolence for less important life events.

6. Community Activities: In Newberry we attend all the community events. We live downtown where the events occur. My wife is very active in community leadership. I serve within the hospital clergy association, jail, orphanage, etc.

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7. Church Administration: I hold weekly staff meetings on Thursday to finalize the worship bulletin. Church life is supported by the work of the staff and without training and organizing structures the congregation will not be able to do their job of Christian service.

8. Other studies: I just recently finished my class work for a Doctorate of Ministry and need to get my project approved so I can write my dissertation and finish my degree.

C. Personal Lifestyle Task Oriented: I enjoy working on projects and seeing them go from an idea, to a vision statement of ministry to the needs of the community, attainable short term goals, people aligned according to giftedness for the program and then the launch of a new ministry. Tasks that are repetitive, clerical, and organizational in nature are beyond my ability to maintain on my own.

People Oriented: I love being around people. I am energized by people. The more time I spend with people the more energy I have. I think of projects and ministry goals with people in mind. All the personality tests I have taken tell me that I am an influencer of people, a leader and a consensus maker. Sadly, being around people doesn’t help me develop a sermon.

D. Miscellaneous Recent continuing education: D.Min work already mentioned.

Awards: I was given an Army Achievement medal for my growth of the coffee house ministry with AIT soldiers. I was in the top 1% of sales at MCI as a sales rep for the full duration of my employment.

Published writing: I have written the main article for our denomination’s magazine more than once. Four of my articles have been published. I have written many sermonettes that were published in our local paper.

Special evangelism training: I was involved in evangelism in East Berlin after the wall fell as well as evangelism all over the former Soviet Union. I am trained with EE, CE and Alpha.

Key experience in ministry: Pastoral Leadership in Newberry using Harry Reeder’s material to bring the church to corporate repentance, congregational renewal, and a revitalized sanctuary.

Future goals: I would like to be leading a servant oriented church within a large community reaching the unchurched for Christ. When I reach my mid 50s I will begin considering open denominational director positions. Within the ARP I have been asked to consider two positions that I turned down. In the next decade I suspect that the Lord will keep me involved with local church work that I might continue to make full proof of my ministry. I think big and strategic so the church setting tends to frustrate some of my visions for ministry.

Weekly Schedule Monday through Friday: Days start at 5:30, typically (I do have young kids), with bible reading and preparation for work. I help the family get off to school and then walk the dog about 2 miles.

Monday: 8:30am Office work; lunch; 1:00-5:00 office; Home Tuesday: 8:30am in the office; lunch appointments; 1 pm-5:30 Office; Committee meeting or Home with Family.

Wednesday: 12:30pm in the office until after church evening study.

Thursday: 8:30am office; lunch; 1-4:30 office; evening at home Friday: Day Off Saturday: Morning with family; work on house projects. Often there is visitation for those who can’t meet during the week.

Sunday: Teach Adult Sunday School; Lead worship, lunch; rest/time with family; 4-5pm Choir and then Youth ministry.

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