Paul Lemon

Higher Education and Music Ministry
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MY MISSION IS TO GLORIFY JESUS CHRIST & ADVANCE HIS KINGDOM IN CHRISTIAN HIGHER EDUCATION & MUSIC MINISTRY​.

An experienced higher education administrator, Dr. Paul Lemon engages and empowers faculty and staff—through shared vision and objectives—to advance the gospel and fulfill the mission of the college in excellence and a spirit of unity. Through this style of leadership, he crafts biblically grounded, creative, effective solutions in an environment where Christ Jesus is glorified, colleagues are valued, and students thrive. With nearly twenty years in church music ministry, Pastor Paul strives to be a catalyst to bring the people of God before the throne of the Triune God in true authentic worship, informed by the Word of God, with excellence and full participation. 

Education

Doctor of Ministry | Leadership (D.MIN.)

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary of Kansas City, Missouri. 2020.

Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

Western Governors University, Millcreek Utah. 2020.

Education Specialist | Curriculum and Instruction (Ed.S.)

Liberty University, Lynchburg Virginia. 2014.

Master of Music | Conducting (M.M.)

Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Fort Worth Texas. 2007.

Bachelor of Arts | Music Composition (B.A.)

Moody Bible Institute, Chicago Illinois. 2004.

Ministry Leadership

Johnston Chapel Baptist Church

Princeton, West Virginia | 2022 - present

Three Rivers Fellowship

Waverly, Tennessee | 2018-2020

First Baptist Church

Jonesboro, Illinois | 2015-2017

Third Baptist Church

Marion, Illinois | 2008-2014

First Baptist Church

Lillian, Texas | 2006-2008

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Christian Higher Education Experience

Colorado Christian University

Lakewood Colorado | Dean of Registration Services | (2024-present) As Assistant Vice President of Registration Services/Registrar, Dr. Lemon maintains the integrity of all student admissions and academic records, verifies the student registration process and the reporting of grades, manages University…

Bluefield University

Bluefield, Virginia | Dean of Registration Services | (2020-2024) As Dean of Registration Services, Dr. Lemon oversaw the registration services of the University, with primary focus on creating an integrated experience that joyfully serves students, and efficiently connects student admission, registration,…

New College Franklin

Franklin, Tennessee | Dean of Academics and Chief Academic Officer | (2017-2020) As the Dean of Academics and Chief Academic Officer at New College Franklin, Dr. Lemon oversaw the day- to-day operations of the college, with primary focus on academic administration,…

Morthland College

West Frankfort, Illinois | Assessment, Strategic Planning, Dean of Records | (2010-2016) For six years at Morthland College, Dr. Lemon was integral to much of the academic, assessment, student life, and policy aspects of the institution. In his roles, he:…