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Derrick Scott
Executive Director at Campus to City Wesley Foundation
Derrick Scott III is the Executive Director of Campus to City Wesley Foundation, a United Methodist multi-campus ministry located in Jacksonville and St. Augustine, Florida.15 He has held this position since August 2011, serving for over 13 years.3
Professional Background
As Executive Director, Derrick Scott III oversees the day-to-day operations of the Campus to City Wesley Foundation.7 The organization focuses on reaching out to the 250,000+ young adults in the Jacksonville-Northeast Florida area.3
Leadership Roles
In addition to his role at Campus to City Wesley Foundation, Derrick Scott III holds other leadership positions within the United Methodist Church:
- Co-Lay Leader of the Florida Conference of the United Methodist Church8
- Associate Director at Texas Methodist Foundation3
Personal Characteristics
Derrick Scott III is described as:
- A Black, Gay man
- A Gen-X leader in the church8
Contributions to Methodist Community
Scott is known for his work in emerging Methodism and has been interviewed about his perspectives on the future of the church.2 He has also spoken at conferences, such as one in Michigan, where he discussed the importance of lay people in the church, describing them as the "gospel on the ground".4
Derrick Scott III's work focuses on reimagining church and ministry, particularly in the context of campus ministries and young adult outreach.6 His leadership and insights contribute to discussions about the evolving nature of Methodism and its relevance to younger generations.
