Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Specialized Skills Training
Ecclesiastical Duties
References
Languages
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Daniel Rodriguez

Daniel Rodriguez

Bensalem,PA

Summary

Synchronize, integrate, and deliver spiritual services and sacraments to support those in need. Operate in a team environment, providing services based on academic preparation , CPE training and ministerial experience (30+ years). Bilingual with expertise in crisis intervention, grief and assisting others with spiritual needs (to include end of life rites). Confident understanding of current technologies, integration strategies and administrative tasks

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Pastor

Church of God
Philadelphia, PA
01.2014 - Current

1. Provide the congregation with spiritual leadership and pastoral care, fostering a culture of faith, love, and service.
2. Develop and deliver engaging, biblically-based weekly sermons during worship services, special occasions, and events.
3. Plan and lead services, collaborating with the worship team and ensuring that services are meaningful and spiritually enriching.
4. Provide pastoral care for congregation members, including visiting the sick, counseling those in need, and offering support during times of crisis.
5. Facilitate and encourage spiritual growth and discipleship by developing and implementing small group ministries, Bible studies, and other educational programs.
6. Work with church leadership and staff to establish and execute a vision and strategic plan for the church’s growth and leadership development.
7. Engage and build relationships within the local community, participating in outreach and mission activities and collaborating with other organizations to address community needs.
8. Oversee the administration and management of church operations, including budgeting, financial planning, and personnel management in the church office.
9. Mentor, supervise, and support church staff and volunteers, fostering a positive, collaborative work environment with robust leadership development.
10. Perform other pastoral duties, including weddings, funerals, baptisms, and dedications, as required.

Chaplain Instructor/Trainer

Church of God International
- Current

1. Teach and train all potential chaplains according to the Church of God Community Service Chaplaincy Manual.
2. Provide biblical, historical, and community knowledge on the role of a chaplain.
3. Provide a professional and open setting during the seminars and teaching interaction with students.
4. Test and certify all Chaplains.
5. Provide remedial training for all candidates that fail to obtain a passing grade on the test.

Criminal Investigator II

State of Connecticut
08.2000 - 03.2012

1. Review cases, including but not limited to reviewing police reports and other reports relevant to the case, and ensure proper protocol was followed according to the law.
2. Canvas the immediate area and relevant areas where the alleged crime has been committed. Interview potential witnesses, obtain sworn statements, and analyze contradicting statements. Obtain any video of incidents through the city, commercial stores, home rings, or other recording platforms.
3. Establish a timeline of events, interjecting witnesses, incidents, and supplementary reports.
4. Generate and serve subpoenas relevant to cases, including but not limited to witnesses, records, reports, videos, and or any information concerning cases.
5. Assist and provide input during the Voir Dire process.
6. Prepare and prep cases for trial. Establish case strategies.
7. Testify concerning obtained evidence and or information.

Lieutenant Deputy Sheriff

Fairfield County Sheriff's Department
05.1993 - 01.2000

1. Protected Courthouse personnel, staff, and public inside and within the edifice jurisdiction.
2. Ensured security measures inside the courtrooms, ensuring the safety of Judges, Prosecutors, judicial staff, and the public.
3. Coordinated security measures with State, Local, and Federal agencies with high-profile cases.
4. Coordinated prisoner/detained transportation from local police departments, state facilities, and outside agencies within court jurisdiction.
5. Received, processed, and secured overnight arrests for court proceedings.
6. Received, processed, and transported sentenced individuals to state facilities or pertinent agencies.
7. Received, processed, and transported incarcerated inmates in the courtroom for hearings, sentencing, and other court proceedings.
8. Managed, deployed, and coordinated Deputy Sheriff staff per daily needs, special high-profile cases, and other security needs.
9. Managed and maintained reports, personnel files, and staff evaluations.
10. Ensured and maintained state training requirements for all Deputy Sheriff’s personnel.

Police Officer

San Juan Police Department
06.1987 - 01.1992

1. Enforce municipal, state, and federal laws.
2. Ensure the safety and security of the public by responding to emergencies, assisting victims, and reducing or preventing involvement in crime through patrolling and police presence.
3. Building relationships with the community while helping contribute to vulnerable populations' health and safety.
4. Creating community awareness using crime prevention methods or intervention initiatives through community services outreach and speaking engagements.
5. Conducting investigations by interviewing suspects and witnesses and collecting evidence at crime scenes.
6. Participating in and testifying at court hearings when required.
7. Process incident reports with accurate details and information.

Combat Telecommunications Specialist

U.S. Army
08.1983 - 02.1987

1. Supervises, installs, operates, and performs maintenance on record telecommunications equipment and assemblages.
2. Classifies, prepares, delivers messages, and performs related clerical and administrative functions within combat telecommunications centers.
3. Performs PMCS and unit-level maintenance on assigned communications equipment; operates and performs PMCS on assigned vehicles and power generators.
4. Plans, directs, supervises, and manages the operation of various elements of an integrated communications system, including coordinating the resolution of communication difficulties between system elements.
5. Prepares and maintains files for accounting and control of COMSEC material.

Education

Doctorate - Ministry

New York Theological Seminary
New York, NY
05-2016

Masters in Art - Theological Studies & Pastoral Studies

Logos Christian University
06-2016

Master of Arts - Apologetics

Luther Rice College & Seminary
Lithonia, GA
05-2023

Bachelor of Arts - Theology

Latin University of Theology
Lomita
05-2004

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Central Christian College
McPherson, KS
05-2019

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Central Christian College of Kansas
Mcpherson, KS
09-2017

Skills

  • Inspirational Leadership
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Leadership Development
  • Small Group Facilitation
  • Teaching
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Grief Counseling
  • Spiritual Guidance
  • Grief Support Background
  • Sick Visitation Experience

Specialized Skills Training

  • Chaplaincy III Certification
  • Community Chaplain Church of God
  • International Chaplain Instructor Church of God, Cleveland, TN
  • Police Chaplaincy Training
  • Chaplain Program Member #349
  • CPE Training & Certification
  • 2 CPE Unit Completed

Ecclesiastical Duties

  • Regional Chaplain Director
  • Senior Pastor - Rise Up Church
  • Regional Director of Credential Department
  • Regional Board Member
  • Regional Educational Board Member
  • Regional MIP Coordinator

References

Available upon Request.

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Senior Pastor

Church of God
01.2014 - Current

Criminal Investigator II

State of Connecticut
08.2000 - 03.2012

Lieutenant Deputy Sheriff

Fairfield County Sheriff's Department
05.1993 - 01.2000

Police Officer

San Juan Police Department
06.1987 - 01.1992

Combat Telecommunications Specialist

U.S. Army
08.1983 - 02.1987

Doctorate - Ministry

New York Theological Seminary

Masters in Art - Theological Studies & Pastoral Studies

Logos Christian University

Master of Arts - Apologetics

Luther Rice College & Seminary

Bachelor of Arts - Theology

Latin University of Theology

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Central Christian College

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Central Christian College of Kansas

Chaplain Instructor/Trainer

Church of God International
- Current
Daniel Rodriguez