Rev. Dr. Michael (Frank) Varro
Houston
Summary
Compassionate pastor-counselor with expertise in emotional support and crisis intervention. Proven ability to build relationships and provide spiritual guidance, making a positive impact, Notably w/Asian-International people
Dedicated hospice/prison chaplain and pastor with over 20 years of experience in emotional support and mentoring. Skilled in crisis intervention and community service, fostering positive relationships and spiritual growth among individuals and families in need.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pastor-Counselor
Varro Counseling
Houston
09.2002 - Current
- Collaborated with mental health professionals to address clients' emotional needs.
- Provided spiritual guidance and counseling to individuals and families in need.
- Implemented educational workshops on faith and mental wellness topics.
- Provided spiritual guidance and direction to church members.
Hospice/Prison Chaplain
Methodist Pastor
Houston
06.2001 - Current
International Asian Pastor
Evangelism Fellowship International
Houston
06.1997 - Current
- Led worship services and coordinated community outreach activities.
- Provided pastoral counseling to individuals and families in need.
- Organized church events to foster fellowship among members.
- Mentored new pastors and lay leaders in ministry practices.
- Visited, counseled, and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
- Worked with church leaders, staff and ministry teams to achieve growth of church and to foster positive community impact.
- Led Bible study classes and facilitated small group discussions.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among church members.
- Engaged in public speaking engagements at civic organizations or other churches.
- Performed outreach activities in the community by visiting hospitals, prisons, nursing homes.
Education
Doctor of Ministry in Counseling - Pastoral Counseling
Houston Graduate School
Houston, TX06-1997
Doctor of Music Arts - Choral Music
University of Washington
Seattle, WA08-1975
Master of Music - Choral Music
University of Washington
Seattle, WA06-1972
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
Seattle Pacific University
Seattle, WA06-1966
Skills
- Emotional support (prison/hospice)
- Mentoring pastors (Chinese/Vietnamese/other)
- Crisis intervention (industrial disaster counsel)
- Interpersonal communication
- Relationship building (prison, hospice, counsel)
- Preaching and interpretation in Asian settings
- Community service
- Congregation services (five weekly)
- Shepherding bilingual fellowships
- Counseling in the office, work, and home
- Spiritual cultivation (as missionary, TV, radio)
- Disaster response (domestic/international)
- Mission-oriented (Served as Missionary)
- Administration skills
- Marriage counseling (office, court, home)
- Planting(Chinese-Vietnamese-Asian Missions)
- Musical and theatrical presentations (2/year) (2/yearyear)
Affiliations
- Gardener/Interior decorator
- Singer/Choral Conductor
- Sports enthusiast
Accomplishments
- Author:Stories from/Boxcar
- Houston ALU Pres
- Insurance/Music Awards
Certification
- Licensed Counselor
- Ordination Methodist Church
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Professional
Websites
Evangelism Fellowship Int'I
- President
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Pastor-Counselor
Varro Counseling
09.2002 - Current
Hospice/Prison Chaplain
Methodist Pastor
06.2001 - Current
International Asian Pastor
Evangelism Fellowship International
06.1997 - Current
Doctor of Ministry in Counseling - Pastoral Counseling
Houston Graduate School
Doctor of Music Arts - Choral Music
University of Washington
Master of Music - Choral Music
University of Washington
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
Seattle Pacific University