Expertise includes:
Community Engagement
Program Development
Crisis Management
Strategic Communication
Education and Instruction
Life Transitions
Leadership
Team Building
Identifying Social Patterns
In coordination with Gateway Seminary
Professional Experience
United States Army Chaplain
02/2017 – Present
- Reinforces spiritual resiliency for over 1,100 personnel and 3,000 family members, contributing to member and
dependent wellbeing. - Leads 48 Preservation of the Force and Families programs, including human performance, wellness, and suicide
prevention to foster a culture of community and support. - Executes holistic training events, developing the INSPIRED LIFE Spiritual Performance initiative, to foster belonging.
- Organizes volunteer opportunities and relational training for over 800 soldiers and family members.
- Spearheads the implementation of the Supervisory Leadership Institute to enhance leadership skills, including coaching
and professional development.
Stonebrook Christian Church, True Life Church, and Point Church Pastor
2010 – 08/2023
- Initiated, strategized, and supported church initiatives, ensuring financial stability despite challenges posed by the
COVID-19 pandemic. - Secured $3.5 million in donations during tenure, contributing to the sustained mission and community service initiatives.
- Established partnerships with schools and non-profit organizations, strategically planning initiatives that prepared
individuals for impactful participation in public programs. - Orchestrated a collaborative event involving four organizations, providing physicals, food, and athletic training for kids,
to promoted physical well-being and strengthened community bonds.
Valor Christian Church Enrollment Coordinator
06/2013 – 06/2015
- Achieved remarkable improvement of over 50% in the profit loss margin, implementing strategic measures to enhance financial performance.
- Managed a budget exceeding $2 million, demonstrating strong financial stewardship and resource allocation skills.
- Implemented technology enhancements to improve communication channels between customers and administration,
fostering stronger connections and streamlined processes.
National Football League Professional Athlete
1995 – 2005
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Doctor of Education in Leadership, Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA (2025)
- Doctor of Ministry, Gateway Seminary, Ontario, CA (2021)
- Master of Theological Studies, Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary, Denver, CO (2015)
- Bachelor of Arts, Sociology, University of Colorado, Boulder, CO (2010)
- Certificate of Ordination (2015)
- Certificate of License in Ministry (2015)
ACTIVITIES, AWARDS, AND AFFILIATIONS
Player Association (NFLPA), Player Representative (2004 – 2006), Member (Present) | Mapleton School Board, Board
Member (2011 – 2013) | Global War on Terror Memorial, Board Advisor | Professional Athletes Foundation | North
American Mission Board
★★★★★
As a senior leader, I needed Darius more than he needed me. Darius is that positive force that helps make any situation and organization better. Darius has a keen understanding of the environment that he works and knows how to reach people at their level. It doesn’t matter if you are the CEO of your organization or you’re a brand new employee. Darius will make you a better employee, a better leader, but more importantly a better person.
- H B Gilliam US ARMY (RET.)
Health & Well Being
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