Johnson Wesley James Edward
Pastor, Bible Teacher, Musician
Silang,Cavite
Work Preference
Summary
Johnson Wesley is a dedicated Pentecostal leader whose life and ministry span church, academy, and worship across India and the Philippines. He serves as a Youth Pastor at Sons of Thunder Church, where he invests deeply in young people, guiding them toward spiritual growth, discipleship, and encounters with the Holy Spirit's power, especially in areas like healing and revival. His approach is hands-on and heartfelt, focusing on real transformation rather than just programs.
In academics, he holds positions as an Adjunct Faculty member at Thunder Theological Institute, drawing from God's divine knowledge gifted to him to teach students how theology meets everyday ministry. His passion for Pentecostal studies shines through, particularly in exploring healing practices and pastors' lived experiences, blending scholarship with his own faith journey.
Musically, he directs as Music Director for Thunder Revival Music Production, crafting Spirit-led songs and arrangements that fuel worship and revival. He also ministers as a church musician in the Philippines, using his gifts to support services where faith rises and God's presence moves. From humble beginnings marked by financial challenges, his story reflects perseverance, a call to serve Christ fully, and a vision to strengthen the church through teaching, pastoring, and creative expression.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Church Musician
Church of God
Silang, Cavite, Philippines
08.2024 - 06.2026
- Composed and arranged music for weekly worship services, enhancing congregational participation.
- Collaborated with pastoral team to select appropriate hymns and songs aligning with sermon themes.
- Mentored junior musicians in musical theory and performance techniques, fostering talent development.
- Implemented music program improvements based on congregation feedback, increasing engagement during services.
- Developed training materials for new musicians, streamlining onboarding process within music ministry.
- Enhanced worship experience by skillfully playing various musical instruments during services.
- Worked closely with pastoral staff to select appropriate music that supported sermon themes and liturgical seasons.
- Improved congregational participation in worship by introducing new songs that resonated with different age groups.
- Provided piano accompaniment during weekly rehearsals and services, enhancing overall musical quality.
- Contributed to the overall spiritual growth of the congregation by providing inspirational musical selections during worship services.
- Repaired broken strings and other instrument issues.
- Taught private music lessons, adapting tuition to ages and skill levels.
Youth Pastor
Sons of Thunder Church
Ariyalur, TN
04.2023 - 06.2026
- Developed and implemented engaging youth programs to foster spiritual growth and community involvement.
- Led weekly Bible study sessions, encouraging discussion and personal reflection among participants.
- Coordinated volunteer recruitment and training efforts to support youth activities and outreach initiatives.
- Mentored youth leaders, providing guidance and resources to enhance their leadership skills.
- Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
- Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategies for growing the congregation's youth ministry program.
- Utilized various teaching techniques to effectively communicate biblical truths to young people in an engaging and relevant manner.
- Increased youth group attendance by creating dynamic worship services tailored to engage a younger audience.
Adjunct Faculty Member
Thunder Theological Institute
Ariyalur, TN
06.2023 - Current
- Developed instructional materials to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Assisted in curriculum design by integrating modern pedagogical approaches.
- Facilitated classroom discussions, encouraging critical thinking and student participation.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and provided constructive feedback.
- Implemented technology tools to streamline teaching processes and improve accessibility.
- Collaborated with faculty to enhance course delivery and academic standards.
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
Music Composer
Thunder Revival Music
Ariyalur, TN
06.2020 - Current
- Composed original scores for various multimedia projects, enhancing emotional engagement and storytelling.
- Collaborated with producers and directors to align musical vision with project themes and goals.
- Utilized digital audio workstations to arrange, mix, and master tracks for optimal sound quality.
- Adapted compositions based on client feedback, ensuring satisfaction with final products.
- Mentored junior composers in techniques for effective score creation and sound design principles.
- Collaborated with performers and producers to determine and achieve desired sound for production.
Education
Bachelor of Theology - Theology And Biblical Studies
Thunder Theological Institute
Ariyalur, TN 07.2020 - 03.2023
Master of Divinity - Theology And Biblical Studies
Asian Seminary of Christian Ministries
Silang, Cavite, Philippines 08.2023 - Current
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Greek
Intermediate (B1)
Hebrew
Intermediate (B1)
Interests
Pastoring
Musicianship
Biblical Research and Teaching
Spiritual Mentoring
Affiliations
- Thunder Theological Institute - Adjunct Faculty
- Sons of Thunder Ministries - Licensed Minister
Software
Logic Pro X
MainStage 3
Skills
Digital audio workstations
Electronic music production
Musical creativity
Live performance
Audio production
Musical composition
Studio recordings
Collaborative skills
Organizational skills
Pastoral care
Worship leading
Spiritual guidance
Mentoring
Sermons preparation
Cross-cultural design
Writing
Preaching and teaching
Biblical studies
Biblical Knowledge
Academic integrity
Student engagement
Lesson development
Expertise in Theology
Course planning
Online teaching
Musical arrangements
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Church Musician
Church of God
08.2024 - 06.2026
Master of Divinity - Theology And Biblical Studies
Asian Seminary of Christian Ministries
08.2023 - Current
Adjunct Faculty Member
Thunder Theological Institute
06.2023 - Current
Youth Pastor
Sons of Thunder Church
04.2023 - 06.2026
Bachelor of Theology - Theology And Biblical Studies
Thunder Theological Institute
07.2020 - 03.2023
Music Composer
Thunder Revival Music
06.2020 - Current