Dr. Robert Balentine
Benton
Summary
Dynamic and accomplished minister, educator, and author, skilled in public speaking and content development. Successfully led over 60 volunteers, enhancing worship experiences and fostering community engagement. Proven expertise in writing and editing, with published works that enrich theological education and inspire student learning.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pastor of Worship and Media Arts
First Southern Baptist Church
01.2023 - Current
- Coordinate music and special vocals for worship services.
- Recruit volunteers for choirs and worship teams.
- Lead teams of over 60 volunteers.
- Perform as versatile vocalist and instrumentalist to support inspirational worship services.
- Support pastor in discerning and meeting spiritual needs and helped church members and guests develop sense of belonging.
- Creates and manages budgets throughout the year
Adjunct Professor
Liberty University Online
08.2018 - Current
- Encourage class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Maintain clear and frequent communication to students.
- Create and maintain course content and materials.
- Served as Doctoral Thesis committee member and chair for multiple students.
- Proofread and copy edit written assignments.
Assistant Professor of Christian Ministry
Bryan College
08.2018 - 08.2022
- Contributed to campus activities to promote positive university image.
- Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
- Mentored students and communicated internship and employment opportunities.
- Created course content, course materials, and degree programs for the Christian Ministry department.
- Written and published books related to my field to be used as course materials.
- Recruited and trained teams of students for chapel worship and travel opportunities.
- Served on the Academic Council.
Pastor of Worship
First Baptist Church
09.2014 - 07.2018
- Recruited volunteers for choir, orchestra, band and technical teams.
- Coordinated music for worship services and special events.
- Maintained church budgets.
- Created materials and led Bible studies for various groups within the church.
Education
Doctorate of Worship Studies - Worship Studies
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12-2017
Master of Arts - Worship Studies
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA08-2014
Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies
Central Baptist College
Conway, AR12-2008
Skills
- Public Speaking
- Theology
- Church Ministry
- Writing
- Editing
- Content Development
- Time Management
- Expert in Chicago Style Formatting
Certification
- Ordained as a Pastor- 2010
- Licensed to Ministry - 2004
Timeline
Pastor of Worship and Media Arts
First Southern Baptist Church
01.2023 - Current
Adjunct Professor
Liberty University Online
08.2018 - Current
Assistant Professor of Christian Ministry
Bryan College
08.2018 - 08.2022
Pastor of Worship
First Baptist Church
09.2014 - 07.2018
Doctorate of Worship Studies - Worship Studies
Liberty University
Master of Arts - Worship Studies
Liberty University
Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies
Central Baptist College
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