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Cristy Schmidt

Cristy Schmidt

Tempe,AZ

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Gethsemane Church, excelling in program development and volunteer recruitment. Successfully engaged over 150 participants in small group ministries and enhanced community involvement through innovative event planning. Adept at training facilitation and relationship building, fostering growth and connection within diverse groups.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Adult Education

Gethsemane Church
Tempe, AZ
11.2019 - 06.2025
  • Executed adult education programs to promote spiritual growth.
  • Recruited and coordinated volunteers and educators for diverse initiatives.
  • Led parenting classes, supplying essential resources to families.
  • Managed small group ministry, engaging over 150 participants with 15 leaders.
  • Conducted training for small group leaders to enhance facilitation skills.
  • Developed and designed Small Group Leader Guides and daily lessons aligned with weekly topics.
  • Facilitated social evenings for women to foster connection and support.
  • Directed community programs to encourage discussions among new believers.

Director of Student Ministries

Gethsemane Church
Tempe, AZ
11.2010 - 11.2019
  • Directed Children's Ministries for ages zero to 18, boosting engagement and participation.
  • Managed Sunday morning nursery services, ensuring safety and quality care for infants and preschoolers.
  • Oversaw children's ministry activities for kindergarten through fifth grade during worship services.
  • Recruited and trained teachers and volunteers for various children's programs.
  • Developed programming initiatives for junior high and high school students.
  • Facilitated parenting classes to support parents of children across all age groups.
  • Planned and executed holiday events to enhance community involvement.

Volunteer Grade Level Advisor

National Charity League, NCL
Tempe, AZ
05.2015 - 05.2016
  • Facilitated monthly meetings for mothers and daughters to boost community engagement.
  • Organized volunteer opportunities for mothers and daughters through National Charity League.
  • Advised junior high and high school girls on growth opportunities with National Charity League.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Concordia University
Texas
05-2000

Skills

  • Program development
  • Volunteer recruitment
  • Community engagement
  • Curriculum Writing
  • Training facilitation
  • Event planning
  • Team leadership
  • Relationship building

Affiliations

  • Travel
  • Teaching my friends to play Mahjong
  • Hosting and Entertaining Friends

Languages

English
Professional

Timeline

Director of Adult Education

Gethsemane Church
11.2019 - 06.2025

Volunteer Grade Level Advisor

National Charity League, NCL
05.2015 - 05.2016

Director of Student Ministries

Gethsemane Church
11.2010 - 11.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Concordia University

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