“Let every man abide in the calling wherein he is called and his work will be as sacred as the work of the ministry. It is not what a man does that determines whether his work is sacred or secular, it is why he does it." - A.W. Tozer
My years in ministry have occurred in several settings with various portfolios. My introduction to ecumenical ministry occurred when I began my undergraduate studies at the University of the West Indies at Mona, Jamaica. I became a member and then later the President of the InterVarsity Christian Fellowship (IVCF). IVCF is an international, interdenominational community of Christians, which is located on various college and university campuses.
The Mona chapter had a membership of over one hundred and fifty students, with over sixty different denominations represented. It was the most beautiful thing to observe a spirit of oneness amid denominational diversity. How could such a diverse group interface daily without any squabbles and disputes on doctrinal, theological and polity differences? In my years on campus, there was never any schism or factions in the organization. I soon discovered the undergirding focus was on knowing Christ and then sharing the good news of the Gospel. The prayer of Christ that his disciples would be one, was convincingly demonstrated. Comprehending some of the history, polity, and doctrines of a wide number of denominational groups, aided in my development of a robust interdenominational outlook and perspective.
Over the years I have worked with denominations such as Baptists, Methodists, Christian Union Church, Pentecostals, Church of God, United Church of Christ, and non-denominations. Because of my gifts and graces, and my training in the natural sciences, theology, human resources, counseling, and psychology, I have been able to serve in various capacities such as, Minister of Music, Minister of Counseling, Assistant Pastor, Associate Pastor, Pastor and Church Management Consultant.
As a consultant, some areas that I provide training and services include, Leadership Development, Strategic Planning and Management, Religious Behaviors and Personality Disorders, Ministerial Stress, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Conflict Management, Organizational Development, Change Management, Race Relations, and Social Justice.
The Mona chapter had a membership of over one hundred and fifty students, with over sixty different denominations represented. It was the most beautiful thing to observe a spirit of oneness amid denominational diversity. How could such a diverse group interface daily without any squabbles and disputes on doctrinal, theological and polity differences? In my years on campus, there was never any schism or factions in the organization. I soon discovered the undergirding focus was on knowing Christ and then sharing the good news of the Gospel. The prayer of Christ that his disciples would be one, was convincingly demonstrated. Comprehending some of the history, polity, and doctrines of a wide number of denominational groups, aided in my development of a robust interdenominational outlook and perspective.
Over the years I have worked with denominations such as Baptists, Methodists, Christian Union Church, Pentecostals, Church of God, United Church of Christ, and non-denominations. Because of my gifts and graces, and my training in the natural sciences, theology, human resources, counseling, and psychology, I have been able to serve in various capacities such as, Minister of Music, Minister of Counseling, Assistant Pastor, Associate Pastor, Pastor and Church Management Consultant.
As a consultant, some areas that I provide training and services include, Leadership Development, Strategic Planning and Management, Religious Behaviors and Personality Disorders, Ministerial Stress, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Conflict Management, Organizational Development, Change Management, Race Relations, and Social Justice.
“All ministry must be God-centered, but it must also be man-purposed.”
Samuel Waldron
Samuel Waldron