Isaiah Bruce is seeking a position in ministry where he can help people find belonging in God's kingdom. He has education and experience in Christian ministries, youth ministry, and children's ministry. His experience includes coordinating student groups, conferences, and children's programs at Church of the Highlands in Birmingham, Alabama. He also has international experience in ministry through a program in New Zealand. His strengths include inclusion, development, positivity, restoration, and strong beliefs.
Presentation delivered to BT in April 2021. The second Ramadan under Covid19 lockdown provides a new context for reflecting on the message of Ramadan, in light of diverse experiences and our closer global village.
An introduction to Ramadan and fasting - its meaning and lessons. A typical daily routine for Muslims as well as advice on how to support colleagues who may be fasting and new Muslims.
Presentation delivered to BT in April 2021. The second Ramadan under Covid19 lockdown provides a new context for reflecting on the message of Ramadan, in light of diverse experiences and our closer global village.
An introduction to Ramadan and fasting - its meaning and lessons. A typical daily routine for Muslims as well as advice on how to support colleagues who may be fasting and new Muslims.
My resume will show you the variety and extent of my experiences. In having directed, trained, taught, preached, spoken to large gathering and small groups, counseled, created and implemented ideas and programs and worked with youth of all ages I have learned as much as I have taught. I have experienced and learned the value of both ministering as part of team as well as initiating programs on my own. I have listened and learned the heartaches and difficulties facing families as I worked with parents to strengthen the family unit and young people to improve their relationship with parents and siblings. I have occupied the pulpit for Sunday services, performed weddings and officiated at funerals seeing both the good and hard side of ministry. I have learned the importance of agreement in vision and submission to authority in ministry as well as the heavy responsibilities and accountability that accompany the office of pastor and teacher. Believing, salvation is available to all who receive the teaching of forgiveness through the shed blood of Jesus Christ with a willingness to apply this in a personal way while seeking God’s forgiveness for sin, restores fellowship with God, and has allowed me to participate in ministry across like-minded denominations in many meaningful ways over the years.
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The New Testament Pastor as Equipper
"The apostle Paul presents the pastor as one who is responsible for providing transformational growth for the people of God, saying, in Ephesians 4:11-12:
And He Himself gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, and some pastors and teachers, for the equipping of the saints for the work of ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ, till we all come to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to a perfect man, to the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ.
The pastor’s biblical role to “equip” people for the “work of ministry” is scripturally significant. Barclay, emphasizing the pastor’s significance, says: “There were the pastors
and teachers…In one sense they had the most important task in the whole Church: They were not wanderers but were settled and permanent in the work of one congregation” (Barclay, 2002).
1. ISAIAH BRUCE
813 Reynolds Crest, Birmingham, AL 35242
Email: isaiah.bruce@live.com
Cell: 334.333.0065
OBJECTIVE I live to reach the lost by living out my purpose in the local Church. I am committed to living out
authentic faith, and helping people find belonging in God’s Kingdom.
“…preach this message, ‘the kingdom of heaven has come near.’ Heal those who are sick. Bring
those who are dead back to life…” Matt 10:7-8
EDUCATION ASSOCIATE OF ARTS IN CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES Jan 2013 – May 2015
Point University – Birmingham, AL
CERTIFICATE OF MINISRTY AND LEADERSHIP Jan 2013 – Dec 2014
Highlands College – Birmingham, AL
Ministry focus: Youth Practicum
CERTIFICATE IN BIBLE TRAINING AND
PREPARATION FOR CHRISTIAN SERVICE Jan 2012 - Jul 2012
Capernwray Bible School - Cambridge, New Zealand
EXPERIENCE
STUDENT MINISTRY
Church of the Highlands – Birmingham, AL July 2015 – Current
- Highlands Students Small Groups Intern
o Administer pastoral care to group members and leaders
o Manage the overall health of the small group team across all campuses
o Lead recruiting efforts and team trainings
o Create training manuals and develop curriculum for all campuses
Church of the Highlands – Birmingham, AL Aug 2015
- MOTION15 Student Conference
o Developed “in-MOTION” small group curriculum
o Trained and led community groups team
Church of the Highlands – Birmingham, AL Jan 2013 – Current
- Junior High Dream Team Coordinator
o Developed team structure, recruiting system, team training process, and small group
curriculum
CHILDRENS MINISTRY
Church of the Highlands – Birmingham, AL Jan 2014- Dec 2014
o Highlands College – Kids Practicum
Led weekend services for children grades 1st
– 5th
Led team meetings, worship, teachings, and small groups
Operated Highlands Kids Check-in system
Fellowship One database, security team, and exit strategy system
Summer Blast Kids Conference – Team Coordinator
Built and led teams throughout conference
INTERNATIONAL MINISTRY
o Capernwray Bible School, Cambridge, New Zealand Jan 2012 – Aug 2012
Taught weekly Bible lessons and organized events in local schools and churches
TOP FIVE STRENGTHS ACCORDING TO STRENGHTSQUEST:
1. INCLUDER – Someone with this strength possesses a high emotional quotient.
2. DEVELOPER – An individual with this strength enjoys creating systems that help people grow.
3. POSITIVITY – Someone with this strength is lighthearted and values fun environments.
4. RESTORATIVE – Someone with this strength enjoys problem solving and repurposing.
5. BELIEF – An individual with this strength is family-oriented with strong unchanging convictions.