Eric Barron
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Compassionate clergy with expertise in spiritual guidance and community support. Proficient in delivering engaging sermons. Demonstrated ability to connect with diverse groups and facilitate discussions on faith and ethics. Recognized for developing impactful programs that address local needs and enhance community belonging.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Pastor
Shea Mountain Church
Phoenix, AZ
05.2022 - 01.2025
- Referred families and individuals to community support services, psychologists, or doctors for care.
- Collaborated with church leaders and ministry teams to drive church growth and enhance community impact.
- Instructed individuals in transitioning to new faith through guidance and support.
- Oversaw facility maintenance, including repairs and upgrades to ensure operational efficiency.
- Planned and coordinated special ceremonies, services, and events with families and individuals.
- Participated in interfaith and community activities to enrich religious programs.
- Provided spiritual leadership and pastoral care through counseling and prayer with church members.
- Optimized church committee functions by clarifying goals and delegating responsibilities.
Assistant Pastor
Madison Baptist Church
Phoenix, AZ
12.2018 - 08.2021
- Improved operations and functions of church committees by clarifying objectives and empowering other committee members to take responsibility.
- Led community outreach by supporting and expanding mission initiatives.
- Coordinated special religious ceremonies such as confirmation or communion services.
- Prepared weekly newsletters highlighting upcoming events at the church.
- Administered communion, baptisms and other religious rites.
- Assisted in developing strategies for promoting church membership growth.
- Instructed and guided individuals converting to new faith.
- Provided spiritual guidance to individuals in need.
- Studied and interpreted religious laws, doctrines and traditions.
- Visited, counseled, and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
- Brought attention to youth ministry contributions through congregational awareness initiatives.
- Gathered church members to aid community emergency or crisis response.
Live-In Caregiver
Marshall Swartz
Phoenix , AZ
03.2015 - 09.2019
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Communicated effectively with family members regarding client health and progress.
- Administered medication according to prescribed schedules and guidelines.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment for clients.
- Monitored client health and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
Education
High School Diploma -
91st Psalm Christian Academy
Phoenix, AZ05-2000
Some College (No Degree) - Pastoral Studies/Family Care
Southwestern Baptist Bible College
Phoenix, AZSkills
- Community outreach and engagement
- Event coordination
- Spiritual guidance
- Committee leadership
- Pastoral support
- Interpersonal communication
- Public speaking
- Discipleship training
- Sermon preparation
- Weekly message development
Affiliations
- Watching my children play sports.
- Volunteering at inter-faith sporting events.
- Golfing
Timeline
Lead Pastor
Shea Mountain Church
05.2022 - 01.2025
Assistant Pastor
Madison Baptist Church
12.2018 - 08.2021
Live-In Caregiver
Marshall Swartz
03.2015 - 09.2019
High School Diploma -
91st Psalm Christian Academy
Some College (No Degree) - Pastoral Studies/Family Care
Southwestern Baptist Bible College