Daniel Coffey
Blowing Rock,NC
Summary
Advocate for lifelong learning with expertise in interactive and liberative pedagogical strategies that enhance student engagement. Research focuses on world religion, theology, and classical philosophy, contributing to a well-rounded educational approach. Proven ability to foster critical thinking and promote diverse perspectives in academic settings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Minister, Student Pastor, Seminary Intern
Grace Christian Church
Vilas, NC
02.2023 - Current
- Provided pastoral support, care, and counseling in tandem with the Senior Pastor.
- Coordinated worship services and other events for the parish.
- Preached and Administered the Sacraments under the oversite of the Board of Elders.
- Maintained vital parish records.
- Used computer software to generate graphs, reports and other documents including end-of-the-year 501(c)3 letters.
- Worked with the Board of Elders to make policy suggestions to the Congregation.
Christian Educator Intern
Crossnore Presbyterian Church
Crossnore, NC
09.2024 - 04.2025
- Provide Christian Education support to the minister.
- Developed Curriculum congruent with the teachings and traditions of Crossnore Presbyterian Church and the PC (USA).
- Worked with Senior Pastor to care for the life of the church through teaching.
- Used computer software to generate handouts, PowerPoints, and other teaching materials.
Student Pastor
Christ the Liberator Lutheran Church
Wilkesboro, NC
03.2020 - 02.2022
- Provided pastoral support, care, and counseling under the supervision of the Senior Pastor.
- Coordinated worship services and other events for the parish.
- Maintained vital parish records.
- Worked with Senior Pastor to create orders of worship, flyers, and other documents to support the parish.
- Used computer software to generate graphs, reports and other documents.
- Worked with the Church Council to implement the vision of the church as enacted through the will of the congregation.
- Produced and published educational materials congruent with the church’s doctrine.
Night Auditor
Holiday Inn Express
Blowing Rock, NC
02.2017 - 08.2019
- Took reservations.
- Maintained records.
- Clerical work/ Daily Admin Tasks.
- Kept office organized.
- Billed/ Setup/ maintained accounts.
- Collected money and balanced ledgers.
Education
Master’s Degree - Divinity
Union Presbyterian Seminary
Charlotte, NC06-2025
Master of Arts Degree - Christian Education
Union Presbyterian Seminary
Charlotte, NC06-2025
Bachelor's Degree - Religion
American Public University
Charleston, WV01.2017
Certificate in Congregational History & Polity -
Center for Congregational Leadership
Oak Creek, WISkills
- Curriculum development
- Public speaking
- Event coordination and planning
- Data analysis
- Regulatory compliance
- Outreach initiatives
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
- Crisis management
- Research and analysis
- Strategic leadership
- Liturgy and sermon preparation
- Church budgeting and administration
- Time management
- Pastoral counseling
- Written communication
- Multitasking and group facilitation
Professional Association Memberships
- Association of United Church Educators, Student Member, 1 year
- Association for Clinical Pastoral Education, Student Member, 5 years
Timeline
Christian Educator Intern
Crossnore Presbyterian Church
09.2024 - 04.2025
Licensed Minister, Student Pastor, Seminary Intern
Grace Christian Church
02.2023 - Current
Student Pastor
Christ the Liberator Lutheran Church
03.2020 - 02.2022
Night Auditor
Holiday Inn Express
02.2017 - 08.2019
Master’s Degree - Divinity
Union Presbyterian Seminary
Master of Arts Degree - Christian Education
Union Presbyterian Seminary
Bachelor's Degree - Religion
American Public University
Certificate in Congregational History & Polity -
Center for Congregational Leadership
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