CHRIS POBLETE

Blue Letter Bible's mission is to facilitate an in-depth study of God's Word through an online interactive reference library that is continuously updated from the teachings and commentaries of selected pastors and teachers who hold to the conservative, historical Christian faith. By God's grace and provision, BLB now offers over 680,000 content pages of Bible study resources At BLB, I serve as editor and manager of all social media projects—including Facebook, Twitter, online devotionals, and the new Blue Letter Bible blogs (coming 2011)

The Gospel for OC is a network of churches promoting gospel-centeredness throughout Orange County, California. Mission Statment: "The Gospel for OC is committed to bringing glory and honor to God in our neighborhoods and cities. With this aim, we spread the compelling joy of God’s people found in Christ Jesus and encourage Gospel-centered life and thought in the churches of Orange County, California. This is accomplished through writing, church-to-church networking, and conference events." At The Gospel for OC, I serve as senior editor of our blogging platform, and I direct all of the ministry's networking activities.

Since early 2007, I have been masquerading as a professional freelance writer and copy editor. My past clients include several magazines, newspapers, churches, non-profits, and local businesses.

The OC Gazette is a monthly, direct mail magazine that reaches 65,000+ affluent owner-occupied homes in south and central Orange County. Recommendation from OC Gazette editor, Amy Luck: “Chris is an excellent writer whose pride and care for his work shows through each piece. He is a contributing author regularly for The OC Gazette and is one of the best writers we work with. Editing and revisions are always minimal on his pieces and it is clear that he not only understands the basic organization of a good story, but how to make that story compelling. I am always suggesting to bring Chris on board for more projects!”

Centrix Residential Lending was a nationwide-mortgage lender. Unfortunately, it is no longer open for business. R.I.P.

EMM is a church-based, church-to-church movement of intentional men's ministry. EMM offers catalytic event funnels which connect men into small groups and life and leader development pathways. All of this is designed to bring them to spiritual maturity. EMM provides the connected tools and materials to drive the strategy at each step. Recommendation from EMM founder, Pastor Kenny Luck: “I hired Chris to provide support for projects in our non-profit. He was easy to manage, productive, and great with people. Chris is an energetic, thoughtful leader who provides the relational and character assets needed alongside of the skills. That makes him a unique and VALUABLE asset to any team. I like hiring skilled people. I like hiring skilled people who are also people of character BETTER. That's Chris!”

The Acts of Mercy Foundation is the former name of Kay Warren's HIV/AIDS Initiative. Evolving from the HIV/AIDS ministry of Saddleback Church (Lake Forest, California), Acts of Mercy existed to fight social apathy within the Church toward those affected by the HIV/AIDS pandemic and to share the gospel of hope that is found solely in the person and work of Jesus Christ. At Acts of Mercy, I directly managed and conducted training for hundreds of volunteers throughout Orange County, California. I also edited web articles and training resources.

Active Wealth Real Estate Investments—Acquisitions, Education and Consulting.

Purpose Driven Ministries was a ministry of Saddleback Church (Lake Forest, CA) that provided resources, training, and conference events for pastors and ministry leaders around the world. At PDM, I worked in the Communications department, corresponding with ministry leaders worldwide via phone, e-mail, and live at conference events. At Saddleback Church, I served in a variety of ministries, including: men's ministry, prayer ministry, and local and global missions. I also watched God build Saddleback's college-age ministry where I taught and served for six years.

Personal Website, The Gospel for OC, Blue Letter Bible

Awards/Recognitions in Journalism: 2008 Maggie Award 1st place (as Editor-in-Chief), JACC Awards 3rd place feature article, JACC Awards 2nd place feature article

Teaching, discipleship, gospel-centered ministry, writing, editing.