REV. JOHN C. HAWKINS TAYLOR
Lexington,KY
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate leader with extensive experience at West Bend Baptist Church, excelling in community engagement and crisis management. Successfully strengthened family relationships through innovative workshops and enhanced spiritual growth via impactful sermons. Proven ability to navigate complex situations with ethics and integrity, fostering a welcoming environment for all.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastor
West Bend Baptist Church
07.2011 - 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, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Strengthened relationships between families by initiating regular events and workshops catered to their needs.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Fostered a welcoming environment for newcomers by creating an inclusive culture within the church community.
- Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church and managed daily operations.
Licensed Funeral Director
Hawkins Taylor Funeral Home
04.1989 - Current
- Navigated complex legal processes related to death certificates, permits, and other necessary documentation for each funeral service.
- Increased efficiency in operations by streamlining the embalming process and coordinating with various departments.
- Conducted thorough follow-ups with families after funeral services were completed to gather feedback and continually improve service offerings.
- Organized pre-need arrangements for clients who wished to plan their own funeral services in advance, simplifying future decision-making for their loved ones.
- Managed all aspects of funeral services, ensuring that each event ran smoothly from start to finish.
- Streamlined communication between family members, clergy, and other involved parties to ensure seamless coordination of funeral services.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Drafted and published 3-5 obituaries per week on behalf of families served.
State President
Progressive National Baptist Convention
06.2022 - Current
- Enhanced congregation''s spiritual growth by delivering thought-provoking and engaging sermons.
- Facilitated small group discussions aimed at deepening participants'' understanding of core biblical principles and themes.
- Facilitated spiritual growth and learning by creating and teaching comprehensive Bible study courses.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
Education
Associate of Science - Embalming
Mid-America College of Funeral Service
Jeffersonville, INTheological Studies
Simmons Bible College
Louisville, KYTheology
George W. Dupree Bible Institute
Lexington, KYSkills
- Ethics and integrity
- Public safety
- Community engagement
- Crisis management
- Disaster preparedness
- Social services
- Media relations
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Relationship building
- Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
State President
Progressive National Baptist Convention
06.2022 - Current
Pastor
West Bend Baptist Church
07.2011 - Current
Licensed Funeral Director
Hawkins Taylor Funeral Home
04.1989 - Current
Associate of Science - Embalming
Mid-America College of Funeral Service
Theological Studies
Simmons Bible College
Theology
George W. Dupree Bible Institute
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