Hello, Columbus Free Methodist Church
Welcome to my pastoral profile page. This content exists on a hidden section of the website I use for my personal media work. I hope this will help you to know me better, or to reestablish a bond we've held for decades. Many of you know me, raised me, prayed for me, taught me, and were a part of sending me into pastoral ministry. Now as we potentially open this new chapter, I couldn't be more excited. The possibiltiy to both come home, and to step back into the work that God made me to do, is a very emotional and beautiful prospect for me.
Ministry and Career Summary
Over 14 years in professional radio broadcasting
My work as a program director and on-air personality (mostly afternoon drive, some morning drive) taught me to be a leader, made me a better writer, and gave me confidence as a public voice. I helped build a station into Southern Indiana's top country music outlet in the 90s, eventually earning reporting status. I was blessed to win awards for my production work, I received one of the top honors for radio people, and was once featured in a national broadcasting publication.
Almost 20 years as a lead pastor
My pastoral work is where my heart still lies today. I was richly blessed to pastor four churches across Indiana, Ohio, and Illinois.
I was identified by the Free Methodist Church as one of the leading pastors in the area of turning churches around and leading new growth while at what was to become Hope Church in Illinois. God consistently enabled me to help churches turn around, grow, and discover fresh life. I worked with a team on an initiative called Recalibrate, where we developed and learned strategies for turning around and discipling churches that were declining.
I learned how to develop a quiet patience, coupled with a bold, holy drive, to find the right pace in helping churches gain momentum in serving Jesus and their community.
My greatest attendance turnaround was at BeginningPointe Church in Ohio. When I arrived, we were in the 50s. When I left, we were averaging around 225.
I spent 6 years as a communications and digital media specialist, author, and digital content producer.
I have helped renovate and revitalize two different communications departments at churches in Peoria, IL, and Fort Worth, TX. I've written four books, produced several podcasts, and have traveled as a public speaker. I've been blessed to have the confidence of the lead pastors in both of these situations to bring the message on occasion. In Peoria, the pastor considered me to be the online voice of the church. While there, I helped them build a Digital Media Suite that included a livestream studio and a recording/podcast studio. In Fort Worth, I've helped them realize the important goal of capturing our ministry work on video (you'll find a few samples below).
My work as a program director and on-air personality (mostly afternoon drive, some morning drive) taught me to be a leader, made me a better writer, and gave me confidence as a public voice. I helped build a station into Southern Indiana's top country music outlet in the 90s, eventually earning reporting status. I was blessed to win awards for my production work, I received one of the top honors for radio people, and was once featured in a national broadcasting publication.
Almost 20 years as a lead pastor
My pastoral work is where my heart still lies today. I was richly blessed to pastor four churches across Indiana, Ohio, and Illinois.
I was identified by the Free Methodist Church as one of the leading pastors in the area of turning churches around and leading new growth while at what was to become Hope Church in Illinois. God consistently enabled me to help churches turn around, grow, and discover fresh life. I worked with a team on an initiative called Recalibrate, where we developed and learned strategies for turning around and discipling churches that were declining.
I learned how to develop a quiet patience, coupled with a bold, holy drive, to find the right pace in helping churches gain momentum in serving Jesus and their community.
My greatest attendance turnaround was at BeginningPointe Church in Ohio. When I arrived, we were in the 50s. When I left, we were averaging around 225.
I spent 6 years as a communications and digital media specialist, author, and digital content producer.
I have helped renovate and revitalize two different communications departments at churches in Peoria, IL, and Fort Worth, TX. I've written four books, produced several podcasts, and have traveled as a public speaker. I've been blessed to have the confidence of the lead pastors in both of these situations to bring the message on occasion. In Peoria, the pastor considered me to be the online voice of the church. While there, I helped them build a Digital Media Suite that included a livestream studio and a recording/podcast studio. In Fort Worth, I've helped them realize the important goal of capturing our ministry work on video (you'll find a few samples below).
I have now spent two years in sales and management.
As a furniture salesman, I was a million-dollar writer, and often lead our region in important statistics. As sales manager and optician in an optics office, I was respected as a leader, trainer, and performed among the top producers in the region.
As a furniture salesman, I was a million-dollar writer, and often lead our region in important statistics. As sales manager and optician in an optics office, I was respected as a leader, trainer, and performed among the top producers in the region.
Here's a quick link to my sermon media page.
My Present Calling
I am in a fresh, new, "Here I am, send me" mode. After a few years away from working on staff at a church, I am passionate about returning to a role where I can serve well. I love Jesus, and I look forward to what is ahead as I follow Him.
My work as an author
I have written four books so far:
You're welcome to explore the Corbin Foster Media site to learn more about these books.
Click the button to download a pdf version of my book, Because I'm Richard's Son. A printed version of any of my first three books will be made available upon request. The fourth book is in production at this time.
- I WILL WALK WITH YOU (Following Jesus to the Side of Those Who Suffer) (Thomas Nelson Publishing)
- BE PATIENT, TAKE COURAGE, DON'T GRUMBLE (Corbin Foster Publishing)
- BECAUSE I'M RICHARD'S SON (Corbin Foster Publishing)
- THE 100 STORIES OF MY LIFE (Corbin Foster Publishing - coming soon)
You're welcome to explore the Corbin Foster Media site to learn more about these books.
Click the button to download a pdf version of my book, Because I'm Richard's Son. A printed version of any of my first three books will be made available upon request. The fourth book is in production at this time.
Video Production Work
I love to tell stories. I love to share stories that speak to the heart. The following clips are work I did for Lighthouse Fellowship (Fort Worth). I directed, produced, and edited each of these. I also did interview work where necessary to help the participants to tell their story in a powerful way.
Click here to hear a limited series podcast I produced in support of my latest book, Because I'm Richard's Son.
Click here to explore a podcast I produce called Survival Guide For the Non-Survior.
You are welcome to explore my personal Facebook page and YouTube Channel, where I produce a short-form, weekday, improvisational style, story and blessing video.