Cameron Cole

Cameron Cole is a prominent figure in youth ministry and Christian education. He currently serves as the Director of Children, Youth, and Family at the Cathedral Church of the Advent in Birmingham, Alabama.13 Cole has held this position since January 2016, when his responsibilities expanded from his previous role as Director of Youth Ministries, which he had held for 18 years.1

Professional Background

Cole is also the founding chairman of Rooted Ministry, an organization dedicated to promoting gospel-centered youth ministry.13 He has made significant contributions to the field of youth ministry through his writing and leadership.

Education

Cameron Cole holds impressive academic credentials:

• He graduated cum laude from Wake Forest University for his undergraduate degree
• He earned an M.A. in Education from Wake Forest University, graduating summa cum laude
• He also holds a Master of Divinity from Reformed Theological Seminary1

Literary Contributions

Cole is an accomplished author and editor. His works include:

• "Therefore, I Have Hope: 12 Truths that Comfort, Sustain, and Redeem in Tragedy" (Crossway, 2018), which won World Magazine's 2018 Book of the Year in the Accessible Theology category1
• "Heavenward: How Eternity Can Change Your Life on Earth" (Crossway, 2024)1
• Co-editor of "Gospel-Centered Youth Ministry: A Practice Guide" (Crossway, 2016)1
• Co-editor of "The Jesus I Wish I Knew in High School" (New Growth Press)1

Personal Experience

Cameron Cole's life and ministry were profoundly impacted by a personal tragedy. On November 11, 2013, his 3-year-old son Cam passed away unexpectedly in his sleep.2 This experience deeply influenced his faith and his approach to ministry, leading him to write about finding hope in the midst of tragedy.

Cameron Cole's LinkedIn profile can be found under the username cameron-cole-33aa1417, where he is listed as the Director of Children, Youth, and Family at the Church of the Advent and the Founding Chairman of Rooted Ministries.4