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Daniel Darling

Daniel Darling

New Albany,MS

Summary

Experienced pastoral leader skilled in spiritual guidance, discipleship, community building, and organizational management. Strong focus on fostering team collaboration, driving meaningful engagement, and adapting to changing needs. Known for compassionate leadership, effective communication, and unwavering integrity. Proficient in counseling, public speaking, teaching, leadership formation and strategic planning.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Instructor

Center for Ministry (Millsaps College)
09.2024 - Current

Mississippi Course of Study–COS 221 Bible II: Torah & Israel's History

  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
  • Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers (inductive bible study techniques).
  • Instructed students via engaging lectures and subsequent assignments.
  • Developed and clearly presented classroom rules, guidelines and objectives.
  • Utilized multimedia resources to enrich learning experience and cater to visual and auditory learners.
  • Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
  • Monitored student progress through the course content and assignment rubrics.

Instructor

Center For Ministry (Millsaps College)
08.2024 - Current

Pastoral Licensing School—Mission & Evangelism

  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
  • Engaged students through on-line teaching sessions and digital classroom.
  • Monitored student progress through the course content and assignment rubrics
  • Cultivated culture of critical thinking and inquiry, preparing students for real-world problem-solving.


Senior Pastor

Mississippi Annual Conference—UMC
09.1999 - Current
  • Led effective pastoral care for congregation members, providing spiritual guidance and support during times of crisis or need.
  • Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
  • Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
  • Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
  • Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
  • Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
  • Led dynamic worship services on a weekly basis, fostering an atmosphere of spiritual reflection and connection for congregants.
  • Expanded missions outreach efforts to include partnerships with international organizations, increasing global impact on communities in need.
  • Facilitated spiritual growth opportunities through small group leadership development, empowering lay leaders to take on increased responsibilities within the congregation.
  • Developed and executed strategic plans to expand ministry offerings, ensuring alignment with the church''s mission and vision.
  • Managed church staff effectively, providing clear direction and support while maintaining accountability for performance outcomes.
  • Nurtured a culture of volunteerism within the church community by developing opportunities for individuals to contribute their unique skills and talents in service to others.
  • Mentored associate pastors in their professional development journey, sharing expertise in sermon preparation, counseling techniques, and administrative tasks.
  • Supervised associate pastors and staff leading education, youth, pastoral care, and older adult ministry programs.
  • Authored sermons, speeches and other religious materials.

Director of Procurement

Lane Furniture Industries
08.1997 - 01.2012
  • Championed procurement best practices throughout the organization by providing training and support to stakeholders in areas such as contract management, supplier selection, or risk mitigation.
  • Developed annual budgets for the procurement department based on historical spend data, forecasting future needs, and aligning resources accordingly.
  • Reduced supply chain risks through thorough vendor assessments and continuous monitoring of performance metrics.
  • Developed comprehensive procurement policies and procedures to standardize practices across the organization.
  • Led contract negotiation efforts for major suppliers, ensuring favorable terms that supported business requirements while mitigating risk exposure.
  • Collaborated with internal stakeholders to define procurement objectives aligned with overall business goals and strategies.
  • Optimized inventory levels by analyzing demand patterns, reducing stockouts, and minimizing carrying costs.
  • Conducted regular supplier performance reviews to track progress against expectations, addressing any areas requiring corrective action or improvement initiatives.
  • Enhanced supplier relationships through regular communication, collaboration, and mutual goal-setting for long-term partnerships.
  • Prepared and presented reports to management on purchasing trends and cost savings to aid in decision making.
  • Led sourcing process for new vendors to get quality products and services and mitigate risk.

Education

Mississippi Course of Study - Pastoral Ministry

Emory University
Atlanta, GA

D.Min. - Preaching & Leading

Asbury Theological Seminary
Wilmore, KY
05-2022

M.Div - General Theological & Ecclesial Studies

Asbury Theological Seminary
Wilmore, KY
05-2018

BBA - Business

Falkner University
Montgomery, AL
12-1994

Skills

  • Teaching
  • Organizational leadership
  • Pastoral care
  • Congregational care
  • Biblical Studies
  • Discipleship training
  • Preaching excellence
  • Leadership development
  • Mission-oriented
  • Church planting background
  • Visionary leadership
  • Disciple-making
  • Inspirational leadership

Timeline

Instructor

Center for Ministry (Millsaps College)
09.2024 - Current

Instructor

Center For Ministry (Millsaps College)
08.2024 - Current

Senior Pastor

Mississippi Annual Conference—UMC
09.1999 - Current

Director of Procurement

Lane Furniture Industries
08.1997 - 01.2012

Mississippi Course of Study - Pastoral Ministry

Emory University

D.Min. - Preaching & Leading

Asbury Theological Seminary

M.Div - General Theological & Ecclesial Studies

Asbury Theological Seminary

BBA - Business

Falkner University
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