Catherine Lape
Rensselaer,IN
Summary
Associate Pastor at The River Church, adept in preaching and teaching, significantly enhanced congregation's engagement through innovative teaching methods and multimedia development. Expert in biblical knowledge and curriculum design, fostering spiritual growth. Have worked with children of a large variety of ages, from preschool through high school. Have also worked with certain special needs or learning challenged children in the past, including those with IEPs and diagnosed learning difficulties.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Pastor
The River Chuch
03.2022 - Current
- Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
- Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategies for growing the congregation's youth ministry program.
- Utilized various teaching techniques to effectively communicate biblical truths to young people in an engaging and relevant manner.
- Ensured a safe environment for all participants during activities by adhering to strict safety guidelines and protocols.
- Set goals for youth in church and communicated with parents regarding progress.
Associate Pastor
The River Church
08.2019 - Current
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Provided pastoral counseling to individuals seeking guidance on personal or relationship issues, promoting emotional well-being within the congregation.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Delivered dynamic sermons that effectively communicated biblical truths while addressing contemporary issues faced by today''s Christians.
- Mentored youth group members, providing guidance and support for personal and spiritual development.
- Worked with other churches and leadership to coordinate joint services.
Church Media Specialist
The River Church
04.2019 - Current
- Developed multimedia assets including videos, photos, and graphics for maximum engagement.
- Worked with other church media team members to photograph and video live services.
Children's Church Teacher
Cornerstone Assembly Of God
02.2006 - 02.2016
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safety and promote orderly learning environments.
- Encouraged class participation to build student confidence and interest in church teachings.
- Employed variety of instructional aids, methods, and materials to provide for creative teachings, helping children grow spiritually.
- Tested children's bible knowledge by asking bible trivia questions and hosting bible quizzing competitions.
- Adapted bible verses and lessons into stories and activities to help children comprehend scriptures.
- Prepared age-appropriate weekly lesson plans aligned with church teachings.
- Incorporated technology into classroom teachings to engage students and make learning more interactive.
Education
Credentialed Minister - Ministry
Berean School of The Bible, Global University
Springfield, MO03.2025
Associate of Science - Library Science
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Lafayette, IN03.2020
High School Diploma -
Rensselaer Central High School
Rensselaer, IN1995
Master of Arts - Accounting And Business Management
Commonwealth Business College
Schererville, IN1991
Skills
- Preaching
- Youth Counseling
- Budget Management
- Community Service
- Learning Strategies
- Discipleship training
- Biblical Knowledge
- Building and Writing Children's Curriculum
- Implementing Children's and Youth Curriculum
- Teaching
- Relational ministry
Timeline
Youth Pastor
The River Chuch
03.2022 - Current
Associate Pastor
The River Church
08.2019 - Current
Church Media Specialist
The River Church
04.2019 - Current
Children's Church Teacher
Cornerstone Assembly Of God
02.2006 - 02.2016
Credentialed Minister - Ministry
Berean School of The Bible, Global University
Associate of Science - Library Science
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
High School Diploma -
Rensselaer Central High School
Master of Arts - Accounting And Business Management
Commonwealth Business College
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