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Overview
Work History
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David Carney

Purvis,MS

Summary

I love the Lord and love serving through my gift of music.

I excel in rehearsal planning and choral conducting. Expertly mentored volunteer musicians, fostering community and enhancing skills. Adept in sound system operation, I effectively bridged generational gaps through diverse musical selections, enriching worship experiences and promoting engagement.

Experienced with leading diverse music ministries and engaging congregations through meaningful worship. Utilizes strong musical direction and arrangement skills to create impactful worship experiences. Track record of fostering team collaboration and spiritual growth through music.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Minister of Music (interim)

West Shady Grove Baptist Church
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Utilized central screen for lyric projection to teach unfamiliar songs to congregation.
  • Streamlined communication processes between musicians, clergy staff, volunteers which improved overall coordination during event planning stages.
  • Promoted fellowship within and helped recruit new volunteers into music ministry.
  • Fostered a supportive environment within the music ministry team, emphasizing teamwork and collaboration to achieve common goals.

Minister of Music

Dixie United Methodist Church
07.2018 - 02.2020
  • Mentored and coached volunteer musicians, improving their skills and fostering a sense of community within the music team.
  • Provided pastoral care to members of the music ministry team, offering support during times of personal or spiritual struggle.
  • Bridged generational and cultural differences by selecting balance of musical styles for every service and presenting spiritual context.
  • Utilized technology in planning and presenting music to enhance worship message.

College Minister/Staff Member

38th Avenue Baptist Church
02.2005 - 05.2012

* Assisted other staff members to promote the Lord loving

and serving congregation.

  • Led small group Bible studies for the college department to promote deeper understanding of scriptural texts and foster spiritual growth among attendees.
  • Established positive relationships with young couples and other staff members.
  • Organized and led mission trips for the college department, empowering participants to serve others through acts of kindness and service.
  • Led music service as needed.

Minister of Music

Good Hope Baptist Church
01.2002 - 02.2005
  • Planned, organized and led music ministry during worship service by motivating congregational participation and providing direction to choir members and musicians.
  • Mentored and coached volunteer musicians, improving their skills and fostering a sense of community within the music team.
  • Provided pastoral care to members of the music ministry team, offering support during times of personal or spiritual struggle.
  • Directed groups at rehearsals and live performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.

Minister of Music/Sunday School Director

28th Avenue Baptist Church
01.1998 - 01.2001
  • Coordinated volunteer efforts for various church initiatives, including community outreach programs and special events, contributing to overall congregation growth and engagement.
  • Implemented effective rehearsal schedules that maximized productivity while respecting participants'' time commitments.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of teaching strategies and curricular materials through ongoing feedback from students, teachers, and parents, making adjustments as needed to continually enhance the quality of instruction provided at Sunday School.
  • Provided inspiring and motivational music ministry during worship services, programs and events to uplift, encourage and entertain people with positive messages and values.

Minister of Music/Staff Member

31st Avenue Baptist Church
03.1996 - 08.1998
  • Evaluated individual progress among music team members, providing personalized guidance and feedback to enhance skill development.


  • Established positive relationships with congregtion and other staff members.
  • Responded sensitively and competently to service congregation

Skills

  • Rehearsal planning
  • Worship leading
  • Choral conducting
  • Music theory
  • Sound system operation
  • Social media promotion

Certification

  • Music Appreciation Training - Main Street Baptist Church
  • Ministry studies to lead young couples, college age students and youth in worship and congregational strength building
  • Sunday School director training in order to supervise the effectiveness of Bible teaching

Timeline

Minister of Music (interim)

West Shady Grove Baptist Church
08.2023 - 12.2023

Minister of Music

Dixie United Methodist Church
07.2018 - 02.2020

College Minister/Staff Member

38th Avenue Baptist Church
02.2005 - 05.2012

Minister of Music

Good Hope Baptist Church
01.2002 - 02.2005

Minister of Music/Sunday School Director

28th Avenue Baptist Church
01.1998 - 01.2001

Minister of Music/Staff Member

31st Avenue Baptist Church
03.1996 - 08.1998
David Carney