Bruce Yeager
Coalinga,CA
Summary
Mission-driven pastor with more than 20 years of experience in all elements of organizational leadership and success in creating inspirational environment. Successful in overseeing community services, men's and women's ministries, student ministry, children's ministry and worship ministry. Highly welcoming and accomplished in developing and shepherding new and existing church members. Ambitious pastor offering years of experience in inspiring youth and building relationships. Accomplished in leading groups during church-wide youth programs while maintaining personal commitment to Christ and Christian education.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastor
Chapel Grace
03.2017 - Current
- Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategic plans for ministry growth and expansion.
- Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations and other churches.
- Organized successful fundraising events designed to support church missions locally as well as internationally.
- Facilitated small group discussions aimed at deepening participants'' understanding of core biblical principles and themes.
- Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
- Volunteered at church-sponsored outreach events.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Fostered a welcoming environment for newcomers by creating an inclusive culture within the church community.
- Supervised associate pastors and staff leading education, youth, pastoral care, and older adult ministry programs.
- Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church and managed daily operations.
- Enhanced congregation''s spiritual growth by delivering thought-provoking and engaging sermons.
- Advised couples preparing for marriage via pre-marital counseling services tailored specifically towards their unique relational dynamics.
- Provided pastoral care to individuals in need, offering counseling, guidance, and support during difficult times.
- Coordinated mission trips for members interested in participating in global outreach efforts.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Empowered church volunteers through training sessions and ongoing support, enhancing their ability to serve the congregation effectively.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Associate Pastor
Chapel Grace
09.2006 - 03.2018
- Assisted in the recruitment and training of new volunteers, ensuring a strong support system for ongoing ministry efforts.
- Enhanced congregation engagement by incorporating multimedia elements into sermons and presentations.
- Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
- Mentored youth group members, providing guidance and support for personal and spiritual development.
- Distributed food and supplies to communities through mutual aid.
- Coordinated special events such as baptisms, weddings, and funerals, providing pastoral care during significant moments in congregants'' lives.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Served as mentor to children in church community, offering guidance and support.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
- Delivered dynamic sermons that effectively communicated biblical truths while addressing contemporary issues faced by today''s Christians.
- Provided pastoral counseling to individuals seeking guidance on personal or relationship issues, promoting emotional well-being within the congregation.
- Supported senior pastor in developing impactful sermon series, resulting in increased attendance and spiritual growth.
- Expanded opportunities for leadership development within the congregation through workshops and training sessions.
- Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations and other churches.
- Volunteered at church-sponsored outreach events.
- Assisted in organizing and executing mission trips, leading to a stronger sense of purpose among participants.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Education
Master of Science - Theology
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA08.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Bible And Missions
Baptist Bible College And Graduate School of Theology
Springfield, MO05.1999
Skills
- Mission-oriented
- Operational Reporting
- Teaching
- Crisis Intervention
- Workflow Coordination
- Volunteer Management
- Leadership Development
- Congregational care
- Spiritual instruction
- Spiritual cultivation
- Shepherding
- Public Speaking
- Prayer leadership
- Church growth strategies
- Spiritual leadership
- Spiritual Guidance
- Officiating
- Grief counseling
- Biblically based
- Community Service
- Preaching
- Counseling
- Pastoral Care
- Marriage counseling
- Staff Leadership
- Pastoral counseling
- Discipleship training
- Disciple-making
- Small Group Facilitation
- Biblical Knowledge
- Sermon Preparation
- Supervision and leadership
- Verbal Communication
- Quality Assurance
- Team Management
Timeline
Pastor
Chapel Grace
03.2017 - Current
Associate Pastor
Chapel Grace
09.2006 - 03.2018
Master of Science - Theology
Liberty University
Bachelor of Arts - Bible And Missions
Baptist Bible College And Graduate School of Theology
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