Rev. Anthony Fleenor
105 Brook Lane
Cookeville, TN 38506
Cookeville, TN 38506
931-498-5464 Home
Ministry Objective
Due to health problems, I am unable to serve as a Transitional Interim Pastor any longer. If you have stumbled upon this blog while looking for a TIP, I encourage you to keep looking for the right man to lead you through your time of transition. Much prayer and patience are needed when searching for a pastor or an interim. Just as the pastor you will ultimately choose should be the one man God has set aside to shepherd your congregation, the interim pastor should be viewed in the same way. Many churches simply look for someone to "fill-in." There are a lot of men who can "do the job" for your church, but you are not looking for a hireling. You are looking for the man that God has set aside for you. If you would like, feel free to call me if I can assist you in any way. Also, Jewell Burke at the TBC is a great resource for information and names of possible interims in Tennessee.
Church Related Experience
Consultant to Pastor Search Committee - Wilhite Baptist Church, Cookevile, TN. April - June 2010.
- Worked with the committee to help them slow down and begin a time of church-wide prayer for their work and the new pastor God had in mind for them. As part of my time there, I preached during the month of June and encouraged the congregation regarding the transition time. Left at the end of June to have surgery, but remained in contact with the Search Committee members by phone over the next few months. In November, they called their new pastor.
Transitional Interim Pastor - BonDeCroft Baptist Church, Sparta, TN - Nov. 2008 - July 2009.
- Completed the interim period on July 12, 2009. Began working with the church in November, 2008. Officially became the Transitional Interim Pastor on February 1, 2009. Preached Sunday morning and evening services, as well as leading the Wednesday night Bible Study and Prayer Time. My goal was to help the congregation to heal following the death of their Pastor, as well as give direction to the Pastor Search Committee as they sought their new Pastor. Also, we worked hard at making some physical changes to the church building, as well as helping the major committees of the church to get back to functioning as they should. More importantly, we witnessed 7 additions to the church roll, 1 salvation, and 3 baptisms.
Transitional Interim Pastor - FBC Carthage, TN - Nov. 2007 – June 2008
- Started filling pulpit in November, 2007. Became Interim Pastor in January, 2008. Lead Wednesday evening Bible Study & Prayer Meeting. Preached Sunday morning and Sunday evening services. Weekly visitation to homebound members and hospital visitation. Lead monthly Church Council planning session, as well as monthly Deacon's meeting. Supervised part-time staff. Interim period completed on June 4, 2008.
Director of Care Ministry - Stevens St. Baptist – Cookeville, TN - 2006-08
- Major responsibilities: (1) Supervised a staff of 60 volunteers who worked in various aspects of the benevolence ministry of five local Baptist churches. The Care Ministry gives food, clothing, and financial assistance to the needy in our community. In 2007, we served over 11,000 people. (2) Provided leadership for the Care Ministry by planning, coordinating, and implementing various outreach ministries to the community. (3) Planned, developed, and implemented a yearly budget for the ministry. (4) Worked with clients who present especially difficult situations and needs. (5) Prepared and preached the Chapel Service for the Care Center each Friday. (6) Trained volunteers in proper counseling techniques that honor Jesus and show the love of Jesus to all who come through our doors. (7) Oversaw and coordinated a new partnership with four other churches working together through the Care Ministry.
Pastor - Cane Creek Baptist - Cookeville, TN – 2005-07
- Major responsibilities included (1) Prepared sermons for Sunday morning worship. (2) Began and led a Wednesday night prayer service and bible study. (3) Oversaw the renovation of the church facilities. (4) Pastoral care for the congregation and their extended families. (5) Weekly visitation in the community surrounding the church. (6) Planned and implemented the first VBS at the church in 35 years. (7) Also, the first revival in the church in nearly 20 years.
Pulpit Supply - 2004-Present
- I have preached in over 25 different churches including churches in the following counties: Putnam, Jackson, White, Van Buren, Smith, Macon, and Dekalb.
Education
Seminary Extension – Received Diploma in Pastoral Studies in January 2010
Tennessee Baptist Convention - 2007 – TBC Transitional Interim Pastor's Training
Tennessee Technological University – 2005 - Completed 9 Graduate hours in Counseling
Graduate School - 1995-2004 - Completed a total of 50 Graduate Level hours at TTU and UT Knoxville, with a main empasis on Educational Leadership @ TTU and Political Science @ UT Knoxville.
Tennessee Technological University – 1994 – Completed Graduate requirements and received Teaching Licensure in Secondary Education
Tennessee Technological University – 1992 – Received Bachelor of Science Degree with a Double major in Political Science and History.
References
Dr. Jimmy Arms
Evangelist - Jesus is Hope Ministries123 Hilltop Drive
Carthage, TN 37030
(931) 644-0582
jimmyanddianearms@gmail.com
Senior Pastor FBC Carthage
Member / TBC Executive Board
409 Main St. North
Carthage, TN 37030
(615) 735-1929 Church
(615) 735-9615 Home
tfrank@fbccarthage.com
timfrank1960@gmail.com
