Aaron Garcia
Chino Hills,CA
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience in Catholic ministry, notably at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church. Excelled in community building and spiritual leadership, fostering a 20% increase in youth engagement. Proficient in Catholic Ministry protocols and strategic leadership, adept at orchestrating liturgical functions and enhancing worship experiences.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
MUSICIAN
Santa Clara De Asis Catholic Church
Yorba Linda, CA
01.2025 - Current
- Rehearse and perform with various musical groups and ensembles for a variety of liturgical functions
- Serve as a guitarist for weekly services, leading congregational hymns and providing musical accompaniment
- Plan and coordinate meetings and rehearsals for Sunday masses
- Foster teamwork, spiritual growth, and a culture of regular prayer amongst youth members, developing their musical ability and confidence with a diverse range of liturgical music
- Collaborate with the employed Music Director at St
- Paul to plan music volunteers, songs, and equipment needed, as well as be mindful to copyright policies
MUSIC MINISTRY COORDINATOR
ST. PAUL THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH
CHINO HILLS
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Develop and manage a worship team of rotating young adult ministers for six confirmation retreats a year and weekly formation meetings
- Provide monthly formation meeting to worship team members specifically in music ministry development
- Apply background knowledge in theology, Scripture, prayer, and worship to align worship arrangements with events, including Catholic weddings and funerals
HOUSEHOLD HEAD
ST. PAUL THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH
SAN BERNARDINO
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Accompany and pastor to fellow ministry members to integrate a safe space who are seeking spiritual growth
- Design events directed toward spiritual growth and community building for the local youth and young adult community leading to a 20% increase in attendance
- Communicate with other leaders and members to coordinate activities between related ministries
HEAD OF LITURGY COMMITTEE
MISSIONARY FAMILIES FOR CHRIST
SAN BERNARDINO
07.2021
- Plan and direct lectors and music ministers for a national conference held for college students
- Collaborated with the priest and liturgy team to gather all supplies needed for the masses
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
CALIFORNIA STATE POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
POMONA05.2024
Skills
- Catholic Ministry protocols
- Customer service
- Leadership
- Community building
- Biblical studies
- Worship leading
- Prayer guidance
- Campus engagement
- Small group facilitation
- Strategic leadership
- Spiritual leadership
Timeline
MUSICIAN
Santa Clara De Asis Catholic Church
01.2025 - Current
HEAD OF LITURGY COMMITTEE
MISSIONARY FAMILIES FOR CHRIST
07.2021
MUSIC MINISTRY COORDINATOR
ST. PAUL THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH
01.2019 - 03.2020
HOUSEHOLD HEAD
ST. PAUL THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH
01.2016 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
CALIFORNIA STATE POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
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