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Graham Griffin

Graham Griffin

Madrid

Summary

A driven man with experience in ministry, leadership, communication and cross-cultural learning. Well trained in using high-energy relational skills to connect with a diverse community while providing vision for teams and colleagues. Seeking to continue serving, leading, and training others as they go wherever life takes them.

Work History

Journeyman

International Mission Board
10.2022 - 12.2024


  • Utilized skills and passion to reach university students and young adults in Madrid
  • Contributed to the local church plant through building a worship team and program, discipleship, and any other programs the church provides for the community
  • Learned Spanish and utilized it in both a work and ministry context

SOC Campus Ministry Associate

Fielder Church
06.2022 - 10.2022
  • Led a young adult and college community group organizing meetings and events to create friendship and spiritual growth
  • Assisted in organizing church events such as prayer meetings and seminary outreach
  • Provided spiritual care through counseling and prayer

College Ministry Leader

Wallace Avenue Baptist Church
08.2018 - 08.2019
  • Built a college program for a growing student body of 40-60 students, taught college small groups, pulpit supply, and worked with the pastor as needed.
  • Created small groups of 8-12 students, identified and mobilized group leaders, taught in multiple settings, and organized teams to serve on Sunday mornings.

Worship Leader

Wallace Avenue Baptist Church
08.2015 - 08.2018
  • Served in the early years of college replanting this local church gaining a new vision for its purpose as a local body of believers.
  • Transitioned worship style from traditional with no band to a contemporary full band setting with continual growth in our multi-generational congregation attendance.
  • Coordinated with the church staff and members of the congregation to provide special music, videos, special programs, and congregational participation for a God-glorifying experience.

Admissions Counselor

Southwestern Seminary
02.2020 - 02.2022
  • Created strategies for recruiting and communicating with students in Houston Texas and Mid-East United states while leading my team of two part-time staff workers to successfully reach our team of two part-time staff workers to successfully reach our team goals.
  • Traveled to conventions and other events around the US to connect with potential students and share the vision of our seminary.
  • Assessed student interests and skills and provided strategic information about pursuing suitable courses.

Company Musician

Jordan Kahn Music Company
06.2022 - 10.2022


  • Provided piano and keyboard in multiple genres at multiple business and party shows throughout the DFW area as lead pianist MD

Piano Teacher

Music Unlimited
08.2018 - 08.2019
  • Effectively performed 30 minute sessions for 16 - 18 students whose ages range from 6-50 and whose skill levels ranged from beginner to intermediate.

Car Valet

Rent A Frog
09.2019 - 02.2020

Worked with a variety of customers in high-pressure situations through understanding their needs while providing timely service pulling and parking cars efficiently.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Education

Master of Divinity - Theology

Southwestern Seminary

Bachelor of Arts - Religion, Music: Piano

Oklahoma Baptist University

Skills

  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Leadership
  • Preaching/Teaching
  • Team Management
  • Gospel/Jazz Piano
  • B1 level Spanish
  • Event Coordination and Management

Additional Information

References

  • Justin Pierce: Jazz Specialist, Oklahoma Baptist University, and musical mentor - justin@justinpiercemusic.com, (405) 658-5281
  • Odus Compton: COO of Reaching Souls International and long-standing family friend - odus@reachingsouls.tv, (405) 760-3547
  • Cole Chlouber: Student pastor, past co-worker, and close friend - colechlouber@gmail.com, (405) 445-8031
  • Lucas Hahn: Director of Admissions at SWBTS during time in admissions - lbhahn20@gmail.com, (314) 398-2705
  • Dwight Williams: Church planter and team leader, Madrid, Spain - dwilliamsinspain@gmail.com, +34 609-06-24-21
  • Matt Hunter: Pastor and mentor, Fielder Church - mhunter@fielder.org, ‭+1 (636) 248-3944‬

Timeline

Journeyman

International Mission Board
10.2022 - 12.2024

SOC Campus Ministry Associate

Fielder Church
06.2022 - 10.2022

Company Musician

Jordan Kahn Music Company
06.2022 - 10.2022

Admissions Counselor

Southwestern Seminary
02.2020 - 02.2022

Car Valet

Rent A Frog
09.2019 - 02.2020

College Ministry Leader

Wallace Avenue Baptist Church
08.2018 - 08.2019

Piano Teacher

Music Unlimited
08.2018 - 08.2019

Worship Leader

Wallace Avenue Baptist Church
08.2015 - 08.2018

Master of Divinity - Theology

Southwestern Seminary

Bachelor of Arts - Religion, Music: Piano

Oklahoma Baptist University

Ordination

Wallace Avenue Baptist Church - July 28, 2019

Ordination

Wallace Avenue Baptist Church - July 28, 2019

Ordination

Wallace Avenue Baptist Church - July 28, 2019

Graham Griffin