Dale Gilbert
Waterford,United States
Summary
Motivated professional committed to guiding followers of christ in worship, evangelism, discipleship and service. Offering several years' expertise in pastoral leadership with success in implementing mission and vision set forth by church leaders. Prepared to bring several-year background to growing community.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
Minister
Broken Brick Ministries
Waterford, MI
01.2019 - Current
- Provided pastoral counseling to individuals in need of guidance or comfort.
- Delivered inspiring sermons on Sundays and special occasions.
- Planned special ceremonies, services and events in coordination with families and individuals.
- Administered communion, baptisms and other religious rites.
- Officiated weddings and led funeral services for church members.
- Drafted articles and delivered speeches to share information about religious issues.
Chaplin - Volunteer
Oakland County youth home
Pontiac, Michigan
03.2019 - 03.2020
- Provided assistance to staff in the daily operations of the organization.
- Organized and maintained records of volunteer hours and donations.
- Assisted with fundraising efforts, including event planning and donor outreach.
- Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
- Offered support and assistance to community members.
- Collaborated with others by contributing time, effort and skills to achieve the organization's goals.
Children’s Pastor
Marysville Assembly Of God
Marysville, Michigan
09.2007 - 01.2019
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curricula for children's ministry programs.
- Coordinated special events such as Vacation Bible School, retreats, mission trips, and service projects.
- Facilitated regular meetings between parents, volunteers, and staff members to discuss children's ministry initiatives.
- Fostered an environment of Christian growth by leading worship services for children.
- Promoted outreach efforts within the local community by organizing fundraisers and other special events.
- Maintained records of attendance, donations, membership rosters, and program outcomes.
- Cultivated relationships with parents and guardians to ensure their involvement in their child's spiritual development.
- Assisted in recruiting new members into the church youth group through local outreach initiatives.
- Encouraged positive peer interactions among the congregation's young people through games, activities, and service projects.
- Implemented creative methods of teaching biblical principles that engage students of all ages.
- Provided pastoral care during times of crisis or transition for families with young children.
- Served as a mentor for college-age students who are considering entering into full-time ministry.
- Developed strategies for discipling young believers in order to help them grow spiritually.
- Created monthly newsletters highlighting upcoming events related to Children's Ministry.
- Engaged in ongoing training opportunities in order to stay abreast of best practices when working with youth.
- Interacted with parents and guardians of children participating in services, classes and events to build strong relationships and expand church membership.
- Attended meetings to discuss program direction, finances and other information.
- Assigned responsibilities and tasks to volunteers and staff members.
- Carried out administrative responsibilities for children's ministry.
- Recruited, coached, and supported program volunteers.
- Planned and directed children's church services to share stories with moral and biblical messages.
- Coordinated with pastor to define and advance children's ministry vision and align with overall church vision.
- Devised strategies to drive program growth, encouraging children to build and strengthen relationships with Jesus.
- Gathered classroom supplies and materials.
- Monitored program leaders for adherence to rules, policies and mission.
- Scheduled and planned leadership training events for children's ministry team.
- Created handouts and forms such as for parents.
- Oversaw annual vacation bible school activities.
- Arranged and encouraged participation in annual summer camp.
- Demonstrated effective leadership to church, including managing daily operations, developing and administering annual budget and promoting compassionate pastoral care to members and public.
- Organized and led weekly Bible study classes for children of all ages.
- Created and managed a volunteer team to assist with Sunday school activities.
Evangelist
Lighthouse Children’s and Youth Ministries
Waterford, MI
06.1994 - 07.2007
- Developed and implemented evangelism plans to reach new audiences with the gospel message.
- Conducted outreach events, such as Bible studies, youth retreats, and seminars in local churches.
- Organized mission trips to spread the gospel abroad.
- Gave public talks at conferences, schools, and other venues to promote Christianity.
- Provided spiritual guidance to individuals seeking advice or counseling.
- Led group discussions about scripture passages during Sunday services.
- Prepared sermon outlines and lesson plans for weekly worship services.
- Carried out church mission by planning and leading worship services, writing sermons and working with church leaders.
- Led outreach initiatives to reach out to unchurched, inactive or new residents in community.
- Reached out to unchurched, new residents or inactive church members.
- Instructed and guided individuals converting to new faith.
- Engaged in interfaith, community and recreational activities for religious programs.
- Planned special ceremonies, services and events in coordination with families and individuals.
Children's Ministry Volunteer
FCF church- Open Bible Church
Royal Oak, Michigan
02.1980 - 09.1992
- Planned and implemented weekly children's ministry activities.
- Facilitated small group discussions with children.
- Organized and led Bible studies for kids.
- Provided spiritual guidance to young people.
- Conducted Sunday School classes for a variety of age groups.
- Mentored children in their faith journey.
- Created lesson plans and materials for children's church services.
- Encouraged participation from all students during class time.
- Engaged with parents regarding their child's progress in the program.
- Developed relationships with families through home visits, phone calls, and emails.
- Counseled children on issues related to their spiritual growth.
- Supported teachers by providing assistance as needed during classroom instruction.
- Collaborated with other volunteers to plan special events or outings for the youth group.
- Lead worship services specifically tailored for kids.
- Participated in outreach activities such as Vacation Bible School or summer camps.
- Served as an example of Christian living to the younger generation.
- Provided emotional support and encouragement to kids facing difficult times.
Education
Certified Life Coach - Life Coaching
Christian Leaders Institute Seminary
Spring Arbor, MI09-2021
Ordination of Chaplaincy - Chaplaincy
Christian Leaders Institute Seminary
Spring Arbor, MI05-2019
Diploma of Divinity - Ministry
Christian Leaders Institute Seminary
Spring Arbor, MI05-2019
Ordination of Ministry - Ministry
Christian Leaders Institute Seminary
Spring Arbor, MI09-2017
Certified Minister- Assemblies of God - Ministry
Berean School of The Bible
Springfield, MO05-2001
Skills
- Strategic leadership
- Crisis Management
- Task Prioritization
- Attention to Detail
- Decision-Making
- Team Collaboration
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Conflict Resolution
- Analytical Thinking
- Time management abilities
- Self Motivation
- Teaching
- Crisis Counseling
- Goal Setting
- Continuous Improvement
- Community Service
- Discipleship
- Time Management
- Multitasking
- Inspirational leadership
- Reliability
- Preaching
- Individual Counseling
- Team building
- Public Speaking
- Biblical Knowledge
- Mission-oriented
- Sermon Preparation
- Grief counseling
- Event Planning
- Organizational Skills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Crisis Intervention
- Counseling
- Excellent Communication
- Professionalism
- Professional Demeanor
- Leadership Development
- Problem-solving abilities
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Written Communication
- Active Listening
- Shepherding
- Relationship Building
- Adaptability
- Spiritual Guidance
- Preparing weekly sermons
- Effective Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Interpersonal Skills
Timeline
Chaplin - Volunteer
Oakland County youth home
03.2019 - 03.2020
Minister
Broken Brick Ministries
01.2019 - Current
Children’s Pastor
Marysville Assembly Of God
09.2007 - 01.2019
Evangelist
Lighthouse Children’s and Youth Ministries
06.1994 - 07.2007
Children's Ministry Volunteer
FCF church- Open Bible Church
02.1980 - 09.1992
Certified Life Coach - Life Coaching
Christian Leaders Institute Seminary
Ordination of Chaplaincy - Chaplaincy
Christian Leaders Institute Seminary
Diploma of Divinity - Ministry
Christian Leaders Institute Seminary
Ordination of Ministry - Ministry
Christian Leaders Institute Seminary
Certified Minister- Assemblies of God - Ministry
Berean School of The Bible