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1. Michael R. Breeden back Jack, Nan, Mike, Spencer, Ben 6401 RICHMOND CT • ROWLETT, TX 75089 PHONE 214/227-3874 • E-MAIL mrbreeden123@gmail.com

2. Objective • My desire is to pastor and lead a church. I see my role based on 1 Timothy 3 and Titus I to: • Set the example as faithful husband, father and man of God to the body to which I’ve been entrusted; Leading by example in all areas of my life; • Be faithful in my expositor preaching of biblical truth; • Do evangelism to seek the lost and establish relationships; • Be diligent and hard working, responsible to Shepherd; • Exemplify servant-leadership; • Be willing to suffer hardship and persecution in service for the Lord. Personal Information Childhood: I spent my childhood growing up in New Mexico. Marital Commitment and Family Status: God bless me with a Godly wife (Nan) who shares my call to ministry. We were married December 7, 1991. We met while in Young Life where we served high school students. Our lives together have from the beginning been ministry focused. Nan loves camping, outdoors, reading and sports. God has also blessed me with three awesome sons, Spencer (born 1995) who loves sports (particularly football), camping, outdoors and hanging out with his friends. Benjamin (born 1997) who loves playing guitar, camping, and sports. Jack (born 2000) who loves sports (especially football), and camping. All three of my sons have accepted Jesus Christ into their lives, been baptized and are showing signs of maturity in the faith. Interests: I enjoy sports, golf, fitness, snow skiing, hunting, reading and traveling. Conversion I was privilege to grow up in a Christian home and accepted Christ at the age of eight. Throughout high school I made many “new starts” and re-commitments to follow Jesus Christ, feeling that in the I had to have an exciting conversion story to validate my salvation. This led to emptiness and un-fulfillment. However, in 1986 was a turning point in my journey of faith where substance to the walk became the desire and the passion for Christ became the goal Michael Breeden Page 1

3. Personal Background Calling to Ministry My desire to follow Jesus’ call on my life began in Middle School. It was ignored and almost forgotten until 1986. It was rekindled. While football at a local high school in Albuquerque this hunger for ministry lead me to join the staff of Young Life where I served for 10 years. Then coached football at the college level followed by a career in direct sales. My pilgrimage continued with a ministry at the Denver Rescue Mission and at Dallas Theological Seminary doing ministry with donors, in this area of advancement Preaching Philosophy Expository preaching is the communication of a biblical concept, derived from and transmitted through a literal study of a passage in its context, in which the Holy Spirit first applies my personality and experiences, then help make application to the individual. The intent of the message I communicate is multifaceted to captivate both the believer to a deeper walk and the seeker who is sensing the draw to faith. The Word does not return void. Formal Education Graduate: Dallas Theological Seminary Dallas, Texas 2012-13 (anticipated graduation date Master of Theology (ThM) Undergraduate: Azusa Pacific University Azusa, California 1995 BA Physical Education / Natural Science Future Goal: I desire to complete a Doctorate of Ministry (D.Min.) degree in the future. This degree will strengthen my ministry through shepherding the spiritual condition of the flock and enhance the spiritual health of the pastoral staff of the community of believers. • Spiritual Giftedness • Pastor / Shepherd • Teaching / Preaching • Evangelism Leadership Style My approach is a confident, assertive leadership style that is relational in nature. My heart is to lead as a servant leader in my action. This style has come after many years of a variety of leadership roles: 10 years of coaching football experience at all level, 10 years of leadership in Young Life ministry with high school students; 7 years of professional sales as a sales manger / leader; 5 years of leadership with donors in a fundraising context Michael Breeden Page 2

4. Ministry & Related Experience • Pastor / Preaching (2006 – Present) • Planted Summer Ridge Fellowship, Rockwall TX; Pastored 30 -50 people (2007 – Present). • Implemented an annual preaching schedule. • Discipled a group of senior adults. • Shepherd a small group of people through developing relationships. • Pulpit supplied for various churches throughout North Texas (2007 – Present). • Led a professional Bible study in Dallas and Houston areas for 5 years (2006 – Present). • Led a Spiritual Formation group of Dallas Theological Seminary students. We continue to meet and we are completing our 4th year as a group (2008 – Present). • Young Life (1986 – 1997) • Area Director • Multiple Cities • Grew up and developed donors with an increase in giving of 25% at various locations • Developed and equipped leaders for ministry • Discipled young leaders and high school students • Evangelized high school students through relational evangelism • Spoke at camp, retreats, clubs from group sizes 10 – 500 + • Managed committee and leaders • Coordinated multiple camping trips per year both summer and winter • Managed camps (weekend winter camps) • Responsible to oversee weeklong leader spiritual development retreats • Built relationship with high school students through a variety of social contexts and interactions, both formal and informal • Directed efforts to strategically impact a community positively towards a relationship with Jesus Christ • Advancement (2004 – Present) • Dallas Theological Seminary, Denver Rescue Mission 2004 - 2006 • Director of Advancement – DTS Houston Extension 2006 - Present • Dallas, Texas • Developed and led two dynamic Bible Study’s for high net worth individuals with the intent to grow generous givers. • Shepherded donors with the intent to grow hearts to be rich towards Christ. • Served committee teams that were involved with golf tournament and capital campaign. • Managed and directed the faculty and staff capital campaign which raised $1.68 million. • Consulted churches and other non-profits on the strategic development plans for a stewardship giving ministry approach to giving. • Sales Leadership – 1997 – 2003Tom James Company • Football Coaching 1985 – 1997 Azusa Pacific University (1992 – 1995); Crown College (1995 -1996) Michael Breeden Page 4

5. References Mrs. Kim Till Vice President of Advancement 3909 Swiss Ave. Dallas, TX 75204 Office: 214-874-4459 ktill@dts.edu Dr. George Hillman, Jr. Director of the Dallas Seminary Lay Institute Dallas Theological Seminary 3909 Swiss Ave Dallas, TX 75204 214-841-3776 ghillman@dts.edu Rev. Kurt Horting Senior Pastor Stillwater Community Church 8401 Princeton Road Rowlett, Texas 75089 469-636-9190 kurt@stillwatercommunitychurch.org Dr. Elliott Johnson Dallas Theological Seminary Professor of Bible Exposition 3909 Swiss Ave Dallas, TX 75204 Office: 214-841-3733 ejohnson@dts.edu Mr. Seth Hewitt 7931 Glade Hill Ct. Dallas, TX 75218 703-328-7670 seth@hewittfamily.org Dr. Timothy Ralston Dallas Theological Seminary Professor of Pastoral Ministries Faculty Advisor 3909 Swiss Ave Dallas, TX 75204 214-841-3668 tralston@dts.edu More Available Upon Request Michael Breeden Page 5