KEITH SNOW
12630 Ayrshire St E, Jacksonville, FL 32226 | keithasnow@gmail.com | (904) 504-8112
Experienced and visionary senior pastor with over a decade of ministry leadership, dedicated to fostering spiritual growth, building community, and advancing the mission of the church. Proven track record of revitalizing congregations through dynamic preaching, strategic discipleship programs, and innovative outreach initiatives. Skilled in team leadership, church governance, and pastoral care, with a history of driving membership growth, increasing engagement in small groups, and expanding mission giving. Committed to biblical teaching and shepherding God’s people with compassion, integrity, and a heart for service. Equipped with advanced theological training and a passion for mentoring future leaders to ensure the church’s long-term vitality.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Senior Pastor
Cross Creek Church, Saint Johns, FL | Aug 2017 - Aug 2023
Grew weekly attendance by 45% and small group participation by 30% through the development and implementation of a comprehensive discipleship program.
Led a congregation of 200+ members, providing spiritual guidance, biblical teaching, and pastoral care that resulted in a 95% satisfaction rate in annual congregational surveys.
Oversaw a staff of six, including associate pastor and ministry directors, improving team collaboration and achieving a 20% increase in ministry efficiency.
Partnered with session elders to establish a five-year vision plan, achieving 15% annual budget growth and a 20% increase in missions giving over six years.
Delivered weekly expository sermons, with 90% of members reporting spiritual growth due to preaching clarity and relevance.
Conducted over 50 weddings, funerals, baptisms, and special services, ensuring personalized care for families during significant life events.
Initiated community outreach programs that established partnerships with 5 local organizations, increasing church visibility and community impact.
Associate Pastor
Cross Creek Church, Saint Johns, FL | Jun 2012 - Aug 2017
Expanded adult education programs to include four Sunday School classes and ten midweek Bible studies, resulting in a 25% increase in member participation.
Delivered 15+ sermons annually as part of the preaching rotation, receiving consistently positive feedback from the congregation.
Mentored and discipled 25 emerging leaders, equipping them for future ministry roles within the church.
Director of Discipleship
River City Church, Jacksonville, FL | Aug 2009 - Jun 2012
Designed a discipleship strategy that increased small group participation by 30% over three years in a congregation of 300+ members.
Recruited, trained, and supervised 50+ volunteer leaders across various ministries, boosting volunteer retention by 25%.
Created curriculum for 15 small groups and eight midweek classes that led to a measurable increase in biblical literacy among participants.
EDUCATION
Master of Divinity (M.Div.) Equivalency
Reformed Theological Seminary, Orlando FL | 2015
Master of Arts in Theological Studies
Reformed Theological Seminary, Orlando FL | 2007
Bachelor of Arts in English
University of North Florida, Jacksonville, FL | 2004
ADDITIONAL
Moderator
Presbytery of North Florida | 2022
Shepherding Committee Chairman
Presbytery of North Florida | 2017-20
INTERESTS
Books, Movies, Acting, C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien