Brian McGee
About Me
My journey of faith has been deeply formed by the saving mercy of Jesus Christ and a vocation of service to His Church through preaching, teaching, counseling, and the care of souls. At the heart of my ministry is a commitment to proclaiming Christ for the sake of sinners, upholding the truth of Holy Scripture, cherishing the gifts of Word and Sacrament, and fostering places where people are met with honesty, kindness, and Christ-centered hope. These commitments continue to shape a ministry characterized by theological depth, pastoral wisdom, and a sincere desire to strengthen God’s people in faith.
Pastoral Experience
2023 - Present
Private Counseling
2022 - 2024
Groveport Zion Lutheran Church
2020 - 2021
Desert Hope Lutheran Church
2016 - 2019
St. Johh Lutheran Church
I serve as a licensed and credentialed pastoral counselor through the National Christian Counselors Association (NCCA) and the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC), offering pastoral counseling that integrates sound spiritual, religious, and theological perspectives with proven psychological principles.
Served as Interim and Senior Pastor, preaching weekly, administering the Sacraments, providing pastoral care and counseling, leading a staff of six, and offering oversight to the Discipleship Task Force.
Served as Lead Pastor, providing overall pastoral and spiritual leadership for the congregation. Responsibilities included leading a staff of five, preaching weekly, administering the Sacraments, offering pastoral care, facilitating two weekly Bible studies, and serving on both the Church Leadership Council and Executive Committee.
Served as Solo Pastor with a staff of three, preaching weekly, administering the Sacraments, providing pastoral care, leading staff meetings, developing lay leadership training, and presiding at funerals and weddings. Also served on the Church Council and Executive Committee, launched a discipleship task force, and oversaw new AV technology in the worship space. These efforts contributed to a 63% increase in Sunday worship attendance and a 100% increase in new members and baptisms.
Education
2023
PHD Pastoral Counseling
Colorado Theological Seminary
2010
MA Practical Theology
Regent University
2005
BM Music Performance
Ohio University
An advanced doctoral degree centered on the integration of pastoral ministry, theological reflection, and clinical pastoral counseling practice. This course of study equipped me to provide Christ-centered soul care informed by sound counseling principles, with a focused area of study in temperament and its role in shaping personality, relationships, and emotional well-being.
A graduate degree focused on the application of theological truth to ministry, leadership, and the life of the Church. This course of study strengthened my ability to think theologically, lead pastorally, and serve Christ’s people with wisdom, depth, and faithfulness.
An undergraduate degree focused on musical excellence, disciplined practice, and artistic expression in the musical arts. This course of study developed my performance skills, strengthened my appreciation for beauty and creativity, and continues to inform my approach to worship, leadership, and the life of the Church.
