Christopher Gosley
1 Captain Rd Valley Stream,NY
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
2016
2016
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Pastor
Hope NYC Church
3 2021 - 3 2026
- Led a congregation of 300+ members.
- Increased participation in community events by 40%.
- Raised $50,000 for outreach programs.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
- Provided pastoral counseling to individuals seeking guidance on personal or relationship issues, promoting emotional well-being within the congregation.
- Expanded opportunities for leadership development within the congregation through workshops and training sessions.
- Developed small group curriculums to encourage deeper relationships and spiritual growth within the congregation.
- Supported senior pastor in developing impactful sermon series, resulting in increased attendance and spiritual growth.
- Fostered strong partnerships with local organizations by participating in joint community service projects aimed at improving quality of life for residents.
- Managed volunteer teams for various ministries, ensuring effective use of resources and talents.
Pastor
St. Albans Church of God in Christ
08.2013 - 07.2015
- Prepared and delivered weekly sermons.
- Expanded youth ministry by 25%.
- Mentored new members and volunteers.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Mentored youth group members, offering guidance and support in their personal and spiritual lives.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Strengthened relationships between families by initiating regular events and workshops catered to their needs.
- Volunteered at church-sponsored outreach events.
- Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategic plans for ministry growth and expansion.
- Enhanced congregation''s spiritual growth by delivering thought-provoking and engaging sermons.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
Youth Pastor
Leviticus Church of God in Christ
02.1999 - 08.2011
- Coordinated youth activities and programs.
- Increased teen membership by 35%.
- Organized annual youth retreats.
- Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
- Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
- Cultivated culture of volunteerism among youth, leading service projects that benefited wider community.
- Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategies for growing the congregation's youth ministry program.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Arts And Science - Markerting And Communitcation
Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NY06-1998
Certification
- Certified Pastoral Counselor - American Association of Pastoral Counselors
- Youth Ministry Certification - National Association of Youth Ministry
Timeline
Pastor
St. Albans Church of God in Christ
08.2013 - 07.2015
Youth Pastor
Leviticus Church of God in Christ
02.1999 - 08.2011
Associate Pastor
Hope NYC Church
3 2021 - 3 2026
Bachelor of Applied Arts And Science - Markerting And Communitcation
Fashion Institute of Technology