Dave VanDonge
Dover,OH
Summary
Professional pastor with strong background in teaching and leadership, prepared for impactful ministry. Adept at fostering spiritual growth through engaging sermons and personalized guidance. Emphasizes collaboration with church staff to achieve meaningful community outreach and support. Known for positivity, adaptability, reliability, and deep understanding of scriptural teachings.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Campus and Teaching Pastor
NewPointe Community Church
06.2021 - Current
- Lead and Manage Campus Staff in their professional and personal goals.
- Preach 12-15 times a year.
- Serve on the Executive Team to create and drive strategy to accomplish the mission of the church.
- Encourage, Engage, and Enlist 50 key lay leaders from the campus to help lead ministry through the church.
- Provide pastoral care and counseling for congregants, offering guidance and support during challenging times.
- Lead small group Bible studies for various age groups, fostering a supportive environment for spiritual exploration and growth.
- Manage volunteer teams effectively, recruiting individuals with diverse skill sets to serve in various church functions.
- Strengthen community outreach efforts by organizing and leading Community Impact Day.
- The Campus has grown 10-20% each year since I began my tenure at NewPointe.
Campus Pastor
Christ's Church of the Valley
06.2006 - 05.2021
- Led and Managed Campus staff in their professional and personal goals.
- Drove volunteer recruitment and training.
- Provided pastoral care for congregants.
- Engaged with community leaders for relationship building and networking.
- Drove Engagement of congregants into the life and ministry of the church.
- Led the first multi-site campus (Surprise) to grow from 1500 to 4000 in the 5 years I served there.
- Led the broadcast campus (Peoria) for 5 years. I worked to create staff health, and we also experienced attendance growth to over 15,000 at the campus.
Student Pastor
Northland Christian Church
04.2002 - 05.2006
- Recruited and shepherded volunteers to disciple our students.
- Oversaw all budget activities for our student ministry.
- Planned and executed outreach events.
- Executed weekly ministry programs that included both weekly worship services and small groups for middle school and high school students.
High School Pastor
Pantano Christian Church
06.1999 - 04.2002
- Recruited and shepherded volunteers to disciple our students.
- Planned and executed outreach events.
- Led mission trips with our students to Mexico.
- Provided Pastoral Care for students and their families.
- Executed weekly ministry programs that included both weekly worship services and small groups for high school students.
Education
Master of Arts - Christian Leadership
Hope International University
Fullerton, CA05-2013
Bachelor of Science - Educational Ministry With Minor in Family Ministry
Manhattan Christian College
Manhattan, KS05-1999
Skills
- Shepherd style of leadership to build strong teams to create and maintain healthy culture
- Relatable and practical preaching of biblical truths
- Strategic interpersonal skills to connect, encourage, and inspire others
- Resolve to embrace challenges
- Positivity!
- Develop others around me in their personal and professional life
- Practical Ministry experience in Student Ministry, Adult Ministry (Engagement and Groups), Community Engagement, and Missions
Timeline
Campus and Teaching Pastor
NewPointe Community Church
06.2021 - Current
Campus Pastor
Christ's Church of the Valley
06.2006 - 05.2021
Student Pastor
Northland Christian Church
04.2002 - 05.2006
High School Pastor
Pantano Christian Church
06.1999 - 04.2002
Master of Arts - Christian Leadership
Hope International University
Bachelor of Science - Educational Ministry With Minor in Family Ministry
Manhattan Christian College
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