Timothy Thompson
Lake Forest
Summary
Results-driven professional with a versatile background in ministry and small business operations. Recognized for effective teamwork, strong work ethic, and the ability to deliver impactful programs that enhance community engagement and spiritual development.
Overview
2
2
Languages
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Ministry Intern
Faith Baptist Church
Fredericksburg, VA
07.2025 - 05.2026
- Facilitated small group discussions, promoting fellowship and spiritual growth among participants.
- Assisted in planning and coordinating weekly youth group activities.
- Developed engaging content for social media outreach to enhance community engagement.
- Supported administrative tasks, including scheduling and communication with church members.
- Prepared and delivered sermons that would be taught to teenagers and young adults, (many to the size of 150 people..
- Understood what it meant to do the tasks that no one wanted to do and do them well.
- Reached out to many in need and sought to be a help to them
- Multitasked this job with also a full-time schooling degree I was pursuing online.
- Provided compassionate counseling for individuals struggling with personal or spiritual issues.
- Provided logistical support during church events, ensuring smooth execution of programs.
- Conducted research on ministry resources to enhance program offerings and participant experience.
- Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategic plans for ministry growth and expansion.
- Collaborated with staff to implement new initiatives aimed at increasing member involvement.
- Served as an effective mentor to young leaders within the ministry, offering guidance on their spiritual journey and vocational discernment process.
Small Business Owner
Multiple Business'
Lake Forest, CA
01.2021 - 12.2024
- Implemented marketing initiatives that increased brand awareness and customer engagement.
- Developed operational strategies to enhance business efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Managed daily financial operations, ensuring accurate bookkeeping and budgeting practices.
- Streamlined inventory management processes to reduce costs and prevent stock shortages.
- Generated customers through direct outreach, referrals, online listings, and local networking.
- Managed pricing, customer communication, scheduling, sales, and payment collection.
- Researched local demand and adjusted pricing and services to maximize profitability.
- Purchased, refurbished, marketed, and resold used mattresses for profit.
- Provided curb-address painting services to local homeowners, coordinating appointments and completing projects independently.
- Managed business expenses, tracked revenue and profit, and maintained basic financial records.
- Built customer relationships through professional communication, reliable service, and timely completion of work.
- Handled the entire sales process, including lead generation, quoting, negotiation, closing, and follow-up.
- Demonstrated initiative, self-motivation, time management, and problem-solving while balancing business responsibilities with high school.
Education
High School Diploma -
Newport Christian School
Newport Beach, CAPastoral Studies & Missions Minor - Pastoral
Veritas Baptist School
Fredericksburg, VA05-2027
Skills
- Sermon preparation
- Pastoral counseling
- Pastoral care
- Discipleship training
- Evangelism strategies
- Media and technology
- Business acumen
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork
- Work consistency
- Reliability
- Strong work ethic
- Sports ministry
- Volunteer recruitment
- Biblical studies
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Spiritual leadership
- Customer service and support
- Excellent communication
- Team collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Valid Driver's license
- Punctual and dependable
- Decision-making
- Classroom organization
Won many awards in sports and school one of which is {best character} award in the entire school
Had the ability to be the MVP of my High School football and basketball team 2 years in a row as well as receiving the most improved player in golf. Because of my impact on the school and the athletics program my school awarded me the Legacy award which has only been handed out 2 in the schools existence. This is an award that is given to someone who has left their mark on the school and many different facets throughout the school. I also had the privilege to be awarded the best character award which is given to one person per year and I had the honor of receiving this award my senior year of high school. There are other awards that I can mention but these are some that showcase I am a leader, I am someone who tries even when I may not be great at first {Most improved} but someone who also has great character and will lead well.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Ministry Intern
Faith Baptist Church
07.2025 - 05.2026
Small Business Owner
Multiple Business'
01.2021 - 12.2024
High School Diploma -
Newport Christian School
Pastoral Studies & Missions Minor - Pastoral
Veritas Baptist School