Benyam Weldtensai
Dallas,TX
Summary
As an Ethnic Ministry Pastor I am a dedicated and passionate leader who focuses on serving and ministering to specific ethnic communities within a church or organization. Has been working towards fostering cultural understanding, promoting inclusivity, and addressing the unique spiritual needs of diverse ethnic groups. His role involves providing pastoral care, organizing cultural events, facilitating language-specific worship services, and promoting unity among different ethnic backgrounds within the congregation. My Ministry plays a vital role in creating an environment where individuals from various cultures can feel valued, supported, and spiritually nourished.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
Recognition award
Work History
Ethnic Ministry Facilitator/Assitant Pastor
Zion Lutheran Christian Church And School/ Texas D
2020.07 - Current
- Volunteered at church-sponsored outreach events.
- Helped to create awelcoming environment for visitors and encouraged thecongregation to offer support.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Developed strategies to streamline and improve office procedures
- Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data
Church Planter
Texas District Area B
2019.01 - Current
- Assisted with organizing religious activities and services.
- Supported religious leaders in performing various duties.
- Assisted with fundraising activities.
- Participated in religious ceremonies and events.
Director
Jesus Is The Main Attracton House Of Worship
2019.01 - Current
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Managed daily operations while overseeing multiple locations to foster increased productivity.
- Established departmental performance goals and provided feedback for underperforming areas.
Assistant Manager
Gold City Non Emergency Transportation
2013.06 - 2015.05
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
Research Assistant
Biola University
2010.01 - 2012.05
- Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
- Reviewed documents and data to identify trends and patterns.
- Maintained up-to-date records of research activities and results for future reference.
Supervisor of Valet Parking
Emory Hospital
2008.08 - 2009.12
- Provided punctual, polite valet services to uphold professional standards.
- Logged and documented parked vehicle details for accurate records.
- Answered guest's questions about property amenities and services.
- Built positive customer rapport for courteous, friendly, and professional service.
- managed 50 employees
- handled cash and credit card transaction
Pastor
Generation For Christ
2005.05 - 2008.08
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Bible And Theology
Global University
Springfield, MO05.2003
No Degree - Theology
Concordia Theological Seminary
Fort Wayne, IN01.2022
Master of Arts - Anthropology/Theology
Biola University
La Mirada, CA05.2012
Graduate Studies - Theology
Assemblies of God Theological Seminary
Springfield, MO01.2010
Skills
- Church planting
- Grant writing
- Multilingual
- Sensitive to Culture
Accomplishments
I planted 6 churches in Ethiopia and Johnsberg South Africa.
I established A bible training center in Ethiopia which is called JIMA ( Jesus is the Main Attraction Ministry)
I established a bible study group in a prison population in ethiopia with a teacher of ten bible school graduates
Certification
prison ministry certificate
Languages
Amharic
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Ethnic Ministry Facilitator/Assitant Pastor
Zion Lutheran Christian Church And School/ Texas D
2020.07 - Current
Church Planter
Texas District Area B
2019.01 - Current
Director
Jesus Is The Main Attracton House Of Worship
2019.01 - Current
Assistant Manager
Gold City Non Emergency Transportation
2013.06 - 2015.05
Research Assistant
Biola University
2010.01 - 2012.05
Supervisor of Valet Parking
Emory Hospital
2008.08 - 2009.12
Pastor
Generation For Christ
2005.05 - 2008.08
Bachelor of Arts - Bible And Theology
Global University
No Degree - Theology
Concordia Theological Seminary
Master of Arts - Anthropology/Theology
Biola University
Graduate Studies - Theology
Assemblies of God Theological Seminary
prison ministry certificate
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