ALEX LOVORN

1107 St. Joseph St. Dallas, TX 75204 Cell: 205.337.8011 arlovorn@crimson.ua.edu

Alex and Allison

Ministry Philosophy

Jesus commissioned us to make disciples of all nations. The mission of the church should be centered on this command. Discipleship involves sharing the Gospel to others and training and equipping those who place their trust in Christ. The leaders of the church must lead and equip the body to go out and transform their culture to know Jesus and be like Him. The leaders must boldly commit to prayer, accurately teach Gods word, continually practice fellowship, and wholeheartedly follow the example of Christ. Insert photo

Personal Summary

I was born on April 15, 1989 in Chelsea, Alabama. I grew up with two very loving, involved parents and an older brother who always looked out for me. I trusted in Christ as my personal Savior when I was about 12 years old after I heard the Gospel at a Vacation Bible School. My pastor talked to me about my decision and afterward I was baptized in my own swimming pool. I continued to mature as a Christian and did a summer discipleship project called Kaleo the summer before my sophomore year in college. This had a tremendous impact on me, and I really felt the Lord leading me to share what I learned. I then had the opportunity to lead our college small group and other ministry opportunities that confirmed that I wanted to give my life to teaching Gods Word and proclaiming His name. I then decided I needed more training; and, after much prayer and direction, I came out to Dallas Theological Seminary. I met my fianc, Allison Bengtson, at the University of Alabama and we are set to get married on July 12, 2014. She currently teaches second grade and wants to pursue a Masters degree in counseling. Her humble spirit and heart to share the Gospel with others pushes me daily. She has always been my biggest supporter and encourager. My hobbies include playing sports, anything that involves being outside, and any kind of card game.

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Education

DALLAS THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY Dallas, TX Master of Theology (ThM) May, 2014 Emphasis: Leadership Studies UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA Tuscaloosa, AL BS in Commerce and Business Administration August, 2011 Major: Finance Minor(s): Economics and Computer Technology Cum Laude and Academic Honors Program

Ministry Experience

COLLEGE MINISTRY PARK CITIES BAPTIST CHURCH Dallas, TX August, 2013 Present POSITION: College ministry intern at Park Cities Baptist Church and Baptist Student Ministry at Southern Methodist University. Helped put together a small group strategy that can easily be reproduced and can be led on multiple campuses throughout the city. Taught/Led Sunday morning small group Cast vision and led reproducible small groups THE REFUGE Chelsea, AL May, 2010 August, 2013 POSITION: Founded and led a summer ministry of young adults and college students. The ministry consisted of a weekly worship service, small groups, and service opportunities. The small groups continue throughout the week and are designed to foster discipleship through Bible study and intentional community. Also led in vision casting and leadership management to reach our goals for this ministry. Organized the weekly worship services and preached each week Organized small groups and led one of the mens small groups COLLEGE MINISTRY THE CHURCH AT TUSCALOOSA Tuscaloosa, AL Jan, 2010 Aug, 2011 POSITION: Co-led the college ministry at The Church at Tuscaloosa. Led two weekly Bible studies with college students. Also organized weekly meals to invite people in and get to know students that wouldnt normally come to our meetings. In addition, served and encouraged others to serve with the youth in order to help spiritually develop those students as they prepare for college. Led weekly prayer meeting to lift up different countries in the world and gain a heart for the global mission believers are called to. Prepared and led prayer and leadership meetings Worked with high school seniors to transition them into college

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Work Experience

SCHOLASTIC SUCCESS Dallas, TX August, 2012 Present POSITION: Tutor Subject Tutoring for College, High School, and Junior High Students. ACT/SAT Preparation for High School Students. THE SHEFFIELD GROUP Birmingham, AL POSITION: Auditing Assistant Balanced Outstanding Payments Called and Requested Tax Forms May, 2012 August, 2012

CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Tuscaloosa, AL January, 2007 April, 2011 POSITION: Assistant Baseball Coach Developed Fundamental Skills and Coached Games Mentored Inter-city High School Students

References

STEPHEN PARTRICK Internship Mentor College Pastor Park Cities Baptist Church stpartrick@pcbc.org (214)535-2002 SAM HOLM Pastor/Mentor Associate Pastor of Teaching Park Cities Baptist Church sfholm@pcbc.org (214)860-3900

NIMA BAHA Employer Co-Founder Scholastic Success nbaha@scholastic-success.com (214)642-4460 ERNIE SHIELDS Personal Director Project Consulting Services, Inc. ernieshields@bellsouth.net (205)807-5014

Additional references available upon request