Frankie Hernandez

• Led the Small Group Ministry, growing active groups and increasing participant engagement across the church community.
• Collaborated with the Adult Ministry Team to develop and empower over 120 Small Group leaders, improving leadership retention and effectiveness.
• Designed and implemented training and teaching programs for Small Group coaches and leaders, resulting in [a 34% increase in adult small groups].
• Recruited, trained, and mentored small group leaders, expanding leadership capacity and ensuring consistent group facilitation.
• Created and managed reporting systems to track individual Next Steps and Salvation milestones, enhancing follow-up and spiritual growth tracking.
• Developed and optimized Next Steps processes, improving participation in spiritual growth pathways.
• Managed all NEXT Step workflows and resources, including Next Booth, instructional videos, materials, and Jesus 101 curriculum, streamlining ministry operations.
• Recruited and mobilized volunteers weekly, increasing volunteer engagement and event support.
• Oversaw Water Baptism ceremonies, coordinating [4] baptisms annually with full volunteer support and baptizing 300 on average per baptism and 1000 a year.
• Planned and executed Grace Men’s Events, including two annual breakfasts and Men’s Night, attracting [400-500] participants per event.
• Directed GLC Practicum Students, providing mentorship and hands-on ministry experience, equipping the next generation of church leaders.
• Taught and preached in various church classes, workshops, and events, guiding individuals in spiritual growth and Biblical understanding.
• Taught in a week-long Kids Camp of about 400 kids and Men's events with hundreds in attendance.

• Overseer of all Next-Gen Ministries Birth-12th Grade, including Next-Gen Staff and volunteers.
• Managed budget for all Next-Gen Ministries
• Initiated and developed Next-Gen Ministry Model at our church
• Developed and implemented curriculum and processes for all ministry programs.
• Organized and implemented weekly ministry for the organization.
• Provided coaching, guidance and counseling to staff, students and families in the community as required.
• Coordinated and led special events to attain the church's goals and objectives (VBS, community outreaches.)
• Cultivated relationships with students, parents/guardians to encourage their involvement in their students spiritual development.
• Collaborated with other departments within the church to create integrated programs.
• Provided mentorship for college-age students who are considering entering career growth and full-time ministry.
• Responsible for the creation and delivery of monthly newsletter for all departments under my leadership

• Develops and leads weekly gatherings and serves as the primary communicator of the ministry.
• Maintains and provides regular communication with parents of students.
• Oversees the recruitment of volunteers to help with various church events.
• Provides vision and coordination for Youth Events and Outreaches for the community
• Equips small group leaders with a focus on discipleship, growth, and development for the department.
• Responsible for coordination/logistics, leadership, and promotion of summer camps and other activities.
• Provides crisis intervention and guidance when needed by youth and/or their families.
• Responsible for the creation and management of the departments annual budget.
• Supervises and develops staff, interns and volunteers who serve within the youth ministry.
• Works with senior pastor, church leadership, and staff and to establish clear goals and guidelines for youth ministry.

Credentialed Minister w/Assemblies of God

October 2018-Present