Quentin Lawson Sr.
Baltimore
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Armor Bearer
Pastor Rashad Singletary
01.2024 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Division Director of Christian Education
Mount Olive Baptist Church of Turners Station
08.2023 - Current
- Attended weekly meetings to discuss and optimize strategies..
- Drove innovation within the division by fostering a culture of open feedback, creative thinking, and calculated risk-taking among team members.
- Provided strategic direction for team of 4.
- Trained staff and provided successful techniques to improve overall service to church member.
Minister of Gospel
Mount Olive Baptist Church of Turners Station
08.2023 - Current
- Facilitated small group Bible studies that encouraged deep engagement with scripture and personal reflection on faith journeys.
- Established strong relationships with other faith leaders, fostering interfaith dialogue and cooperation.
- Delivered impactful sermons by integrating biblical teachings with real-world applications.
- Mentored associate ministers and lay leaders, encouraging their spiritual growth and leadership skills.
- Led vibrant worship music selections in coordination with musicians, enhancing overall worship experience for congregants.
- Offered premarital counseling sessions to couples seeking marriage within the church, fostering healthy relationships founded on faith principles.
- Provided compassionate pastoral care to congregants in times of need, offering comfort and guidance.
- Developed comprehensive Christian education programs for all age groups, fostering biblical knowledge and spiritual growth.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
Minister of Gospel
New Lebanon Calvary Baptist Church
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Facilitated small group Bible studies that encouraged deep engagement with scripture and personal reflection on faith journeys.
- Delivered impactful sermons by integrating biblical teachings with real-world applications.
- Mentored associate ministers and lay leaders, encouraging their spiritual growth and leadership skills.
- Led vibrant worship music selections in coordination with musicians, enhancing overall worship experience for congregants.
- Offered premarital counseling sessions to couples seeking marriage within the church, fostering healthy relationships founded on faith principles.
- Provided compassionate pastoral care to congregants in times of need, offering comfort and guidance.
- Expanded the congregation by consistently delivering engaging and relevant sermons.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
Minister of Music
New Lebanon Calvary Baptist Church
08.2018 - 07.2023
- Evaluated individual progress among music team members, providing personalized guidance and feedback to enhance skill development.
- Streamlined communication processes between musicians, clergy staff, volunteers which improved overall coordination during event planning stages.
- Rehearsed choir and conducted warm-up prior to services.
- Mentored and coached volunteer musicians, improving their skills and fostering a sense of community within the music team.
- Provided inspiring and motivational music ministry during worship services, programs and events to uplift, encourage and entertain people with positive messages and values.
- Managed budgets and resources effectively, ensuring availability of materials for rehearsals and performances.
- Introduced contemporary worship styles alongside traditional hymns, creating an engaging atmosphere that appealed to a broader range of congregants.
- Engaged congregation through musical worship experience by spreading vitality.
- Collaborated with pastoral staff to plan worship services that aligned with sermon themes and reinforced spiritual messages.
- Promoted fellowship within and helped recruit new volunteers into music ministry.
- Bridged generational and cultural differences by selecting balance of musical styles for every service and presenting spiritual context.
- Enhanced congregation''s spiritual growth by composing and directing diverse musical selections for worship services.
- Provided pastoral care to members of the music ministry team, offering support during times of personal or spiritual struggle.
- Coached and mentored music ministry team members to become lifelong learners with respect to musical talents and spiritual development.
- Organized special musical events such as concerts, fundraising galas, and holiday programs to showcase the talents of the music ministry team.
- Selected repertoire that reflected diverse cultural backgrounds within the congregation, promoting inclusivity through song selection process.
- Led and inspired worship team members and guided team in following church processes, guidelines and mission.
- Recruited volunteers for choirs and worship teams.
- Developed programs for holidays and unique events.
- Attended regular practices and private lessons to hone skills.
Armor Bearer
Bishop J. L. Carter
10.2017 - 04.2018
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignment.
Musician
Ark Church
08.2017 - 04.2018
- Expanded musical repertoire through exploration of diverse genres, styles, and techniques.
- Collaborated with fellow musicians for seamless performances and increased audience engagement.
- Scheduled rehearsals with other musicians and choirs.
- Played various instruments professionally, including piano and drums.
- Elevated performance quality by consistently practicing and refining individual skills on various instruments.
- Mentored aspiring musicians through workshops and private lessons, fostering their passion for musicmaking.
- Sought out professional development opportunities such as masterclasses or workshops to continuously improve musicianship skills.
- Improved overall band dynamics by providing constructive feedback and fostering open communication among members.
- Increased fan base through engaging social media content, connecting with music enthusiasts worldwide.
- Taught private music lessons, adapting tuition to ages and skill levels.
Minister of Music
New Friendship Baptist Church
02.2015 - 07.2017
- Organized special musical events such as concerts, fundraising galas, and holiday programs to showcase the talents of the music ministry team.
- Mentored and coached volunteer musicians, improving their skills and fostering a sense of community within the music team.
- Collaborated with pastoral staff to plan worship services that aligned with sermon themes and reinforced spiritual messages.
- Enhanced congregation''s spiritual growth by composing and directing diverse musical selections for worship services.
- Coached and mentored music ministry team members to become lifelong learners with respect to musical talents and spiritual development.
- Managed budgets and resources effectively, ensuring availability of materials for rehearsals and performances.
- Recruited new members to the music ministry through targeted outreach efforts, growing the team by 25% over two years.
- Streamlined communication processes between musicians, clergy staff, volunteers which improved overall coordination during event planning stages.
- Planned, organized and led music ministry during worship service by motivating congregational participation and providing direction to choir members and musicians.
- Managed music ministry budget and submitted required reports, estimates and requests by deadlines.
- Bridged generational and cultural differences by selecting balance of musical styles for every service and presenting spiritual context.
- Provided inspiring and motivational music ministry during worship services, programs and events to uplift, encourage and entertain people with positive messages and values.
- Promoted fellowship within and helped recruit new volunteers into music ministry.
- Selected repertoire that reflected diverse cultural backgrounds within the congregation, promoting inclusivity through song selection process.
- Fostered a supportive environment within the music ministry team, emphasizing teamwork and collaboration to achieve common goals.
- Engaged congregation through musical worship experience by spreading vitality.
- Evaluated individual progress among music team members, providing personalized guidance and feedback to enhance skill development.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive music ministry program, resulting in increased participation and engagement from the congregation.
- Implemented effective rehearsal schedules that maximized productivity while respecting participants'' time commitments.
- Provided pastoral care to members of the music ministry team, offering support during times of personal or spiritual struggle.
- Rehearsed choir and conducted warm-up prior to services.
- Facilitated ongoing professional development opportunities for musicians through workshops, masterclasses, and guest artist engagements.
- Led and inspired worship team members and guided team in following church processes, guidelines and mission.
- Coordinated music and special vocals for worship services.
- Recruited volunteers for choirs and worship teams.
- Held worship team accountable for facilitating God-inspired worship and continually encouraged, equipped and empowered volunteers.
- Supported pastor in discerning and meeting spiritual needs and helped church members and guests develop sense of belonging.
- Determined voices, instruments, harmonic structures, rhythms, tempos and tone balances required to achieve effects desired in each musical composition.
- Attended regular practices and private lessons to hone skills.
- Collaborated with performers and producers to determine and achieve desired sound for production.
- Transposed pieces from one instrument to another and one key to another to accommodate client and musician preferences.
- Positioned members within groups to obtain balance among instrumental or vocal sections.
- Secured bookings at prestigious venues, meticulously planning and promoting each event.
- Secured consistent gig opportunities through effective networking with venue owners and event organizers.
Musician
Bibleway Missionary Baptist Church
10.2009 - 02.2013
- Expanded musical repertoire through exploration of diverse genres, styles, and techniques.
- Collaborated with fellow musicians for seamless performances and increased audience engagement.
- Scheduled rehearsals with other musicians and choirs.
- Played various instruments professionally, piano and drums.
- Elevated performance quality by consistently practicing and refining individual skills on various instruments.
- Sought out professional development opportunities such as masterclasses or workshops to continuously improve musicianship skills.
- Improved overall band dynamics by providing constructive feedback and fostering open communication among members.
- Enhanced audience experience by incorporating innovative musical arrangements and techniques.
- Performed live concerts and gigs at various venues, entertaining audiences and building a fan base.
Musician
Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ
05.2009 - 09.2009
- Collaborated with fellow musicians for seamless performances and increased audience engagement.
- Scheduled rehearsals with other musicians and choirs.
- Elevated performance quality by consistently practicing and refining individual skills on various instruments.
- Sought out professional development opportunities such as masterclasses or workshops to continuously improve musicianship skills.
- Enhanced audience experience by incorporating innovative musical arrangements and techniques.
- Built networks with local musicians to provide session support for gigs and events.
- Collaborated with other musicians and artists on various projects, expanding musical influences and styles.
- Enhanced audience engagement by innovatively arranging traditional pieces for modern performances.
Minister of Music
Christ Cultivating Community Church
02.2008 - 03.2009
- Enhanced congregation''s spiritual growth by composing and directing diverse musical selections for worship services.
- Coached and mentored music ministry team members to become lifelong learners with respect to musical talents and spiritual development.
- Planned, organized and led music ministry during worship service by motivating congregational participation and providing direction to choir members and musicians.
- Provided inspiring and motivational music ministry during worship services, programs and events to uplift, encourage and entertain people with positive messages and values.
- Engaged congregation through musical worship experience by spreading vitality.
Armor Bearer
Apostle Willie K. Mitchell
09.2007 - 01.2008
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Education
Master of Divinity - Theological Studies
Lancaster Theological Seminary
Lancaster, PA05-2027
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD12-2015
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Decision-making
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
Affiliations
- Member of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity Incorporated
Timeline
Chief Armor Bearer
Pastor Rashad Singletary
01.2024 - Current
Division Director of Christian Education
Mount Olive Baptist Church of Turners Station
08.2023 - Current
Minister of Gospel
Mount Olive Baptist Church of Turners Station
08.2023 - Current
Minister of Gospel
New Lebanon Calvary Baptist Church
06.2022 - 07.2023
Minister of Music
New Lebanon Calvary Baptist Church
08.2018 - 07.2023
Armor Bearer
Bishop J. L. Carter
10.2017 - 04.2018
Musician
Ark Church
08.2017 - 04.2018
Minister of Music
New Friendship Baptist Church
02.2015 - 07.2017
Musician
Bibleway Missionary Baptist Church
10.2009 - 02.2013
Musician
Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ
05.2009 - 09.2009
Minister of Music
Christ Cultivating Community Church
02.2008 - 03.2009
Armor Bearer
Apostle Willie K. Mitchell
09.2007 - 01.2008
Master of Divinity - Theological Studies
Lancaster Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Morgan State University
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