Kevin Patton

Kevin James Patton 1249 12th Street, Clermont, FL 34711 Phone: - E-mail:- Objective: To create, edit, or promote information that not only educates the reader but also moves him or her to consider a particular perspective and act upon it. Education:Dallas Theological Seminary, Dallas, TX,- Masters of Sacred Theology, New Testament [These six years were initially intended to result in a PhD in New Testament, but the dissertation never reached completion, and the credit hours transferred into the STM. Approved Dissertation Topic: The Functions of the Koine Greek Articular Infinitive] Temple Baptist Seminary, Chattanooga, TN-  Masters of Divinity, Biblical Studies; GPA: 3.8; Hebrew Award (2010); Biblical Languages Award (2011); Pastoral Studies Award (2011) Tennessee Temple University, Chattanooga, TN- B.A. Pastoral Studies; GPA: 4.0; Valedictorian; Greek Award (2008, 2009) Employment: Associate/ Youth Pastor, Clermont Baptist Church, 2016-present Studied, prepared, and taught weekly lessons for the high school students as well as Sunday night Bible studies when necessary for the adults Organized volunteers and event details for eight to ten youth activities per year, including camp Orchestrated small group ministry for the church members, including co-authoring curriculum, training leaders, and organizing group meetings Counseled teenagers with my wife when they face difficult circumstances Managed church activities, such as Vacation Bible School, fellowship events, and the monthly food pantry Contributed to the weekly discussions and actions regarding vision of the church with pastoral staff Dual Enrollment Bible Teacher, Real Life Christian Academy/ Southeastern University,- Guided high school students in college level courses on theology and apologetics, teaching them both content and how to defend what they believe Supervised seniors in a yearlong capstone project, applying their worldview to major issues in contemporary culture Managed classrooms from 20-30 students; graded papers, tests, homework assignments Served as a member of RLCA’s Honor Society’s Council NT Greek Tutor, Dallas Theological Seminary, 2012–14 Explained concepts ranging from the alphabet to clausal layouts and exegetical outlines to groups and individual students for two to four hours a week. Prepared students for exams and aided their learning vocabulary, paradigms, and irregular forms. Explained exegetical process and guided students from the text to an exegetical paper. Primarily incorporated works of Bill Mounce and Daniel Wallace. Graduate Assistant, Temple Baptist Seminary,- Managed eight to ten courses each semester by creating syllabi, developing and grading exams or papers, and answering students’ questions. Prepared courses for future semesters.  Organized and managed regional Pastors’ Conference. Taught as substitute when supervisor had other obligations.  Related skills and interests: Ordained as a Pastor in April, 2017. Computer Skills: Windows, Microsoft Office; Typing: 65–70 wpm. Bible Software: Worked in LOGOS, BibleWorks, and Accordance. Published sermon and verse highlights for Union Gospel Press (Fall, Winter 2016; Spring 2017). Diligent in work, organized, and possess administrative skills. Active interest in studying Scripture, reading, teaching, and athletics. Volunteer experience: Spiritual Life Director, Tennessee Temple University,- Discipled four to six young men each year. Taught weekly devotionals in the dormitory. Counseled students upon approach. Assisted supervisor with pastors’ conferences and serving other guests. Pastoral Intern, Friendship Baptist Church (June, 2008); Yellow River Baptist Church, -) Preached and taught classes. Visited those in hospital and assisted youth director. Organized summer sports camp for elementary children for two summers. Languages:Biblical Greek and Hebrew; Theological German and French