Chris Reighley

Managing Director | Bible-teaching ministry | Colson Fellow | Digital Marketing

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Degrees


Masters in Public Service and Administration

Texas A&M University Bush School of Government & Public Service
College Station, TX | 2023-2025

I am pursuing an Executive Master of Public Service and Administration (EMPSA) at Texas A&M University’s Bush School of Government and Public Service, focusing on Nonprofit Management. This online program includes two one-week residency sessions and rigorous training in public service leadership, decision-making, and nonprofit management. With 39 credit hours, it prepares me to navigate complex challenges in the public and nonprofit sectors. The curriculum emphasizes practical applications, culminating in a capstone project in collaboration with a governmental or nonprofit partner.

Masters of Arts in Biblical Studies

Redemption Seminary
Mesa, AZ | 2024-2025

I am pursuing a Master of Arts in Biblical Studies at Redemption Seminary, a 36-credit program designed to deepen my understanding of Scripture, theology, and church history. The program comprehensively studies the Old and New Testaments, biblical interpretation, and spiritual formation. With the mentorship of experienced professors and a focus on practical application, this degree equips me to apply biblical wisdom in my ministry and personal life, ultimately advancing my calling to serve others.

Bachelor of Music

Morehead State University
Morehead, KY | 1986-1990

I earned a Bachelor of Music in Music Performance at Morehead State University, focusing on Euphonium. This program is designed to refine my technical and artistic skills through private instruction, ensemble participation, and a rigorous music theory, history, and pedagogy academic curriculum. The goal is to prepare me for a professional career in performance or further studies. I developed a deep understanding of solo and ensemble performance, equipping me to excel as a musician in various settings.


Certifications


Texas A&M University

Certification in Nonprofit Management, The Bush School of Government & Public Service (2024)

The Dean’s Leadership Certificate, The Bush School of Government & Public Service (2025)

Medial of Excellence, The Bush School of Government & Public Service (2025)

Grad Aggies Profesional Development Certificate (2024)

Graduate Mentoring Academy Certificate (2025)

AWKNG School of Theology

Certificate of Biblical Studies (2024)

Certification of Biblical History (2024)

Certification of Biblical Doctrine (2025)

Austin Disaster Relief Network

Critical Incident Stress Management (2015

Chaplaincy Academy (2016)

Community Emergency Response Team (2016)

Psychological First Aid (2016)

FEMA

Introduction to the Incident Command System, ICS 100

Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response, ICS-200

An Introduction to the National Incident Management System, ICS-700

An Introduction National Response Framework, ICS-800

Intermediate Incident Command System for Expanding Incidents, ICS-300

Advanced Incident Command System, Command and General Staff, ICS 400


Licenses


Texas Food Handler License

Texas Food Managers License

Ham Radio Amateur