BRUCE COHEN
Summary
Experienced spiritual and compassionate leader of 45 years with a proven ability to guide diverse communities through impactful sermons and worship services. Expertise in developing and managing programs that enhance ministry outreach. Committed to delivering pastoral care and counseling while fostering engagement with church doctrine and scripture.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Senior Pastor
Greater Hope Ministries, Inc.
Jacksonville, Florida
06.1981 - Current
- Coordinated volunteer efforts for church events and services.
- Collaborated with church leadership on strategic planning initiatives.
- Managed all aspects of ministry.
- Demonstrated effective leadership to church, including managing daily operations, developing and administering annual budget and promoting compassionate pastoral care to members and public.
- Guided staff and volunteers in administering education, youth, social action, fellowship and pastoral care ministry programs.
- Developed long-term strategies for growth of the ministry.
- Optimized church committee functions clarifying goals and delegating tasks.
- Supervised staff roles to enhance collaboration and performance across the organization.
- Engaged in public speaking engagements at civic organizations or other churches.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among church members.
- Conducted special services like baptisms, weddings, and funerals.
- Planned special ceremonies, services and events in coordination with families and individuals.
- Instructed and guided individuals converting to new faith.
- Prepared participants for roles in ceremonies, services or events.
- Reached out to unchurched, new residents or inactive church members.
- Performed outreach activities in the community by visiting hospitals, prisons, nursing homes.
- Developed educational materials for faith-based workshops and seminars.
- Encouraged members to become actively involved in mission work.
- Conducted periodic reviews of church policies and procedures to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
Education
Bachelor of Theology, Honorary Doctorate - Theology
Nu Grace Bible University Kai Seminary
Skills
- Bible study facilitation
- Conducting ceremonies
- Strategic planning
- Conflict resolution
- Material development
- Pastoral care
- Preaching
- Spiritual counseling
Affiliations
Oversees budgets of local churches on District
Certification
District Superintendent of the Greater Progressive Central Diocese, Waycross, GA.
Accomplishments
Pastor of the Year, Greater Hope Ministries, Inc.
References
References available upon request.
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Senior Pastor
Greater Hope Ministries, Inc.
06.1981 - Current
Bachelor of Theology, Honorary Doctorate - Theology
Nu Grace Bible University Kai Seminary