David Lozada
Tracy,CA
Summary
Seasoned pastor offering over 20 years of experience in pastoral care and spiritual leadership to growing church. Committed to creating thriving community and guiding individuals transformed by gospel. Successful background in organizational leadership, ministry program development and mission-oriented strategic planning.
Adept at crisis intervention and organizational leadership, I significantly enhanced community engagement and volunteer management with different church communities throughout California and in a Mexico mission. Leveraging skills in pastoral counseling and public speaking, I spearheaded initiatives that resulted in measurable congregation growth and improved community service outcomes.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Delivery Driver
Chefs’ Warehouse
05.2024 - Current
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism while representing the company during interactions with customers, vendors, and other stakeholders.
Production Worker
Cargill Salt Company
08.2015 - 05.2024
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations, contributing to a well-organized work environment for increased productivity.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Met or exceeded daily production targets consistently through efficient task execution and effective time management skills.
- Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
- Performed routine quality checks on finished products, ensuring adherence to company standards before shipping out units.
Lead Pastor
Iglesia Cristiana Emmanuel (Church)
01.2006 - 07.2015
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategic plans for ministry expansion and sustainability.
- Recruited trained, and mentored volunteer leaders to assist in various ministries, enhancing overall effectiveness.
- Developed partnerships with local organizations to increase community impact and expand outreach efforts.
- Led worship services with a focus on creating an inclusive environment that welcomed a diverse array of attendees.
- Assisted families during times of crisis by providing compassionate pastoral care, prayer support, and guidance.
- Oversaw financial management for the church, ensuring responsible stewardship of resources and budget allocation.
- Supervised associate pastors and staff leading education, youth, pastoral care, and older adult ministry programs.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
Energy Conservation Specialist
PG&E
06.2004 - 12.2005
- Educated families on best practices for energy conservation, leading to more sustainable operations.
- Recommended lighting upgrades that resulted in improved illumination quality while decreasing electricity consumption.
- Improved energy efficiency by conducting thorough building audits and identifying areas for improvement.
- Analyzed utility bills and usage data to identify trends and uncover opportunities for further cost reductions.
- Developed a loyal client base through consistently delivering high-quality services and maintaining strong relationships with key decisionmakers.
- Developed comprehensive energy management plans for clients, resulting in reduced energy consumption and costs.
Police Chaplain
Antioch Police Department
01.1997 - 05.2004
- Met with individuals, discussed issues compassionately and determined appropriate type of involvement to meet spiritual, emotional, and mental health needs.
- Developed relationships with community members and families, resulting in increased trust and rapport during difficult times.
- Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Provided compassionate pastoral care in emergency departments, addressing the spiritual needs of patients experiencing acute distress or trauma.
- Conducted crisis intervention sessions with individuals experiencing severe emotional distress, providing comfort and support during critical times.
- Applied knowledge regarding crisis interventions to assist in emergency situations.
- Built strong relationships with local faith-based organizations to create a network of resources for patients and families.
- Managed office and maintained records and files to offload administrative duties from chaplain.
- Attended community leader, police department, and city meetings to provide updates and relevant information.
Case Manager
Family Stress Center
01.1996 - 05.2004
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
- Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
- Provided crisis intervention support for clients experiencing emergencies, using appropriate techniques to de-escalate situations safely.
- Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
- Facilitated individual and group sessions to promote positive behavior change for clients.
Lead Pastor
Golden Hills Community Church
11.1995 - 05.2004
- Led the Spanish congregation and collaborated with English congregation leaders.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Developed partnerships with local organizations to increase community impact and expand outreach efforts.
- Assisted families during times of crisis by providing compassionate pastoral care, prayer support, and guidance.
- Oversaw financial management for the church, ensuring responsible stewardship of resources and budget allocation.
- Supervised associate pastors and staff leading education, youth, pastoral care, and older adult ministry programs.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Established mentorship programs for new believers seeking guidance on how best to navigate their spiritual journey.
- Distributed food and supplies to communities through mutual aid.
Youth Pastor
Iglesia Cristiana Pagiel (Church)
07.1992 - 11.1995
- Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
- Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategies for growing the congregation's youth ministry program.
- Utilized various teaching techniques to effectively communicate biblical truths to young people in an engaging and relevant manner.
- Ensured a safe environment for all participants during activities by adhering to strict safety guidelines and protocols.
- Increased youth group attendance by creating dynamic worship services tailored to engage a younger audience.
- Taught and counseled youth.
Lead Pastor
La Resurreccion Church
01.1988 - 06.1992
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Enhanced congregation growth by implementing innovative outreach programs and community engagement initiatives.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Recruited trained, and mentored volunteer leaders to assist in various ministries, enhancing overall effectiveness.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Bible And Theology
Seminario Evangelico De La Puente (Seminary)
La Puente, CA06.1990
Skills
- Positive Attitude
- Mission-oriented
- Public Speaking
- Crisis Intervention
- Volunteer Management
- Grief counseling
- Disaster Response
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Organizational Leadership
- Community Service
- Pastoral counseling
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Quote
If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion.
Tensin Gyatso, Fourteenth Dalai Lama
Timeline
Delivery Driver
Chefs’ Warehouse
05.2024 - Current
Production Worker
Cargill Salt Company
08.2015 - 05.2024
Lead Pastor
Iglesia Cristiana Emmanuel (Church)
01.2006 - 07.2015
Energy Conservation Specialist
PG&E
06.2004 - 12.2005
Police Chaplain
Antioch Police Department
01.1997 - 05.2004
Case Manager
Family Stress Center
01.1996 - 05.2004
Lead Pastor
Golden Hills Community Church
11.1995 - 05.2004
Youth Pastor
Iglesia Cristiana Pagiel (Church)
07.1992 - 11.1995
Lead Pastor
La Resurreccion Church
01.1988 - 06.1992
Bachelor of Arts - Bible And Theology
Seminario Evangelico De La Puente (Seminary)