1. Dear Employer:
I am writing to you today because of my enthusiastic interest for the position of Philosophy Instructor
available at your campus of Georgia Highlands. I am very much interested in working for you as I am a very
motivated employee. I believe wholeheartedly in the value of teamwork and success. I have a goal-oriented
mindset and wish myself and my co-workers to succeed in the workplace as well. I not only can work well on a
team with others, but can also work independently and complete tasks given to me with splendid success.
Achievements are measured by results, and results show that a person is not only capable at doing a good job at
their position, but the possibility of advancement is heightened and rewards and praise may be given to those who
produce good results. I am very organized and can maintain a consistent and efficient work flow while doing
multiple tasks in different and changing situations. I actively seek to grow myself as well as others in knowledge
and proficiency within the company and promote the capacity of everyone to continue the path of learning for the
betterment of self, community, and world in Christ-likeness.
I bring to the table a will to learn, a motivation to succeed, and a desire to fulfill my duties to the utmost of
my capacity. I am a quick learner, an attentive listener, and always glad to offer advice and suggestions. I
believe that working with you will greatly increase the company workforce and I would be a very valuable
individual to join your team. Because of a fast-paced and changing environment, it is required to have someone
that is quick on their feet, has the ability to think logically and analytically as well as critically, and ability to solve
problems quickly. I also possess the ability to teach and create effectively and in a timely and orderly manner.
Thank you for your time and consideration of my resume for position placement at your discretion.
Respectfully yours,
Aaron McGinnis

2. AARON J. MCGINNIS
 (478) 278-9457  ajm57@earthlink.net
Summary Languages- English & Spanish; Hard Working; Takes Initiative; Values
Teamwork; Excellent Listener; Quick Learner; Responsible; Organized;
Goal-oriented; Intuitive and Creative Thinker; Problem-Solver; Ambitious
Education B.A., Christianity/Theology, Minor in Philosophy GPA: 3.0
Mercer University, Macon, GA Graduated: May 2013
M.Div, Social Ethics concentration August 2013-present
McAfee School of Theology, Atlanta, GA Graduation date: May 2016
Objective To glorify the body of Christ and use my talents and abilities to
strengthen and encourage His people, the Church.
Experience Summer 2012 Warm Springs FBC Warm Springs, GA
Youth Intern/minister
 Worked with Dorcas food pantry ministry every Wednesday at
Church
 Helped with VBS and was a primary teacher for most of the
younger children
 On Wednesday nights, had lessons prepared to teach to youth
when they showed up.
 Met with pastor on regular basis to understand structure of
church and went to different meetings
 Watched and learned some about pastoral care and counseling
 Helped out with anything any everything the pastor needed
 Was a friend, helper, encourager, talker, fixer, and agent within
the church to the body of Christ inside and outside the
community of the church.
 Worked with the youth of the Good Shepherd Academy, who
house troubled juvenile youth in need of guidance and direction.
Interests Computers, fixing things, specifically electronics, helping people,
giving advice and encouragement, coffee, interaction with people,
friends, reading, contemplative thinking, solving puzzles,
creativity.
References Name: Bob Patterson Relationship:
Friend/mentor/Pastor
Position: pastor of FBC Warm Springs, Ga Phone:
706-655-3812
 Name: Brandon Tolle Relationship: Friend/Pastor
Phone: 478-342-1017
 Name: Jonathon Whitten Relationship: Friend/Church
Leader
Position: Engineer at lighting company in Peachtree city
Phone: 678-485-9450

3. Ministry Basics
1. What, for you, is the core of the gospel?
The core of the gospel is for me, the message of Christ to His
people. It is not discriminatory and does not gather its power
from any but the Lord Himself. This message is life-giving, it
brings hope, and helps us to recognize who we are in Him. We
have freedom in Christ yet also have much responsibility. The
gospel is for us to train and equip and encourage others not only
in the body of Christ, the church, but also in the community as
well. The message of Jesus is primarily that of love; it is a love
of other and neighbor over against that which is selfishand your
own desires, wants, needs. 1)Love God 2) Love others That
is what Christ wants us to do. For we must “Seek ye first the
kingdom of God and all its righteousness, and all these things
will be added unto you, etc”. By seeking the Lord first, and
setting your heart right before Him, all else can flow naturally
out of your desire and burning love and passion for Him, your
desires will be His desires, showing His love to a world in need
and teaching those how to live according to a truth that can set
you free.
2. What has been your involvement in church over the past
several years?
I’ve been a youth minister of sorts at a small church in Warm
Springs, GA and was involved in many various activities that
were included but not limited to food pantry ministry, teaching
Sunday School and VBS, preparing lessons for Wednesday
night youth Bible Study, sitting in and contributing to deacon
meetings, doing hospital visitation and pastoral care duties, and
being mentored by the pastor overall. It was a fruitful
relationship that I very much enjoyed in my short time there.
While I was an undergraduate, I was attending a
non-denominational church in Macon, Ga, and was very happy
that it had a “college group” that I could attend for Bible studies.
I attended it for a while and enjoyed it. However, during this
time, there was some difficulty with the leader of the college
group and the pastor of the church, not agreeing on things. To
cut it short, the leader of group along with several other
individuals decided to leave the church and start their own
church based on the first church in the book of Acts. These
people are intentional about loving, serving, and helping others
without expecting any benefits or even anything at all in return.
It is an intentional community built on love and service to God
and other as well as strengthening each other daily with prayer,

4. bible study, and communication. These people have done a
great deal for me and to me truly exhibit the message of Christ.
3. What is your current life situation (student, retiree, mom,
etc.)? I ama student who will be attending graduate studies
at McAfee School of Theology in Atlanta, GA, pursuing a
Masters of Divinity.
4. Describe an event that has made a spiritual impact on you.
I have dealt with the loss of 4 people in family from the years of
2008 to 2012, throughout my college undergrad career. This
has taught me that no matter what, God is in control and has a
plan, and I cannot always choose what happens to me, but I can
choose my response. This is a very personal issue I would
rather not write a lot about since it is easier to tell in person.