Christy Becher
Summary
Relational pastor and leader with extensive experience at Calvary Church, excelling in program development and volunteer recruitment. Proven track record in expanding youth ministries and fostering family engagement. Adept at strategic leadership and communication, I champion aligned and effective programs, cultivating high-capacity teams to nurture faith in kids and students.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Next Gen Ministries Pastor
Calvary Church
Roseville
01.2022 - Current
- Lead a staff of eight direct reports in ministry to children and students (Birth to Grade 12).
- Collaborate with Family Ministry Team to create cohesive experience across the age span through shared approach to intentional spiritual formation, ministry transitions and communication practices.
- Expanded middle school and high school programs to second campus, increasing student outreach and program alignment.
- Restructured staff roles to promote ministry sustainability and empower high-capacity volunteers as leaders.
- Integrated intentional parenting elements into milestones such as Child Dedication, First Grade Bibles, Baptism, and Graduation.
- Developed 'Best Practices for Raising Kids to Know and Love Jesus' resource for parents at key milestones.
- Evaluated and selected curricula that fulfilled program objectives while reflecting church culture.
- Created systems and campaigns to recruit and train 300 volunteers annually.
Children’s Ministry Pastor
Calvary Church
Roseville
01.2011 - 01.2022
Elementary Director
Calvary Church
Roseville
01.1999 - 01.2011
Public School Teacher
Various School Districts
01.1994 - 01.1999
- Third Grade, Carver Elementary School, Maplewood, MN
- Kindergarten, Hoover Elementary School, Coon Rapids, MN
- Third Grade, O.H. Anderson Elementary School, Mahtomedi, MN
Education
M.A. - Christian Thought
Bethel Seminary
St. Paul, MN01.2019
B.S. - Elementary Education
University of Northwestern
St. Paul, MN01.1994
Skills
- Public speaking and communication
- Curriculum development and evaluation
- Volunteer recruitment and engagement
- Strategic and servant leadership
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving and ideation
- Responsibility and loyalty
- Futuristic thinking
Other Professional Activities
- Board Member, Progress & Joy Ministries
- Camp Speaker, Trout Lake Camp
- Presenter, Minnesota Disability Ministry Connection
- Keynote speaker, Minnesota Church Ministries Association
- Founder, Roseville Area Kids Ministry Network
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Next Gen Ministries Pastor
Calvary Church
01.2022 - Current
Children’s Ministry Pastor
Calvary Church
01.2011 - 01.2022
Elementary Director
Calvary Church
01.1999 - 01.2011
Public School Teacher
Various School Districts
01.1994 - 01.1999
M.A. - Christian Thought
Bethel Seminary
B.S. - Elementary Education
University of Northwestern
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