Gary Glover
Franklin,TN
Summary
Accomplished Senior Pastor and educational leader at Grace Community Church and Loveland High School, adept in organizational leadership and teaching. Spearheaded pastoral care initiatives and interdisciplinary academic collaborations, significantly enhancing congregational and student growth. Expert in financial stewardship and discipleship training, consistently fostering community engagement and educational excellence.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Pastor
Grace Community Church
1999.07 - 2022.12
- Led effective pastoral care for congregation members, providing spiritual guidance and support during times of crisis or need.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Enhanced spiritual growth for church members through regular pastoral counseling sessions and personalized guidance.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Built strong relationships with community organizations, collaborating on projects that aligned with shared values and goals.
- Facilitated spiritual growth opportunities through small group leadership development, empowering lay leaders to take on increased responsibilities within the congregation.
- Managed budgets responsibly, allocating funds appropriately to support ongoing ministry initiatives and maintaining the long-term financial health of the church.
Chairman of English Department
Loveland High School
1990.08 - 2002.06
- Led regular department meetings to discuss ongoing projects, share updates on individual progress, and address any concerns or challenges faced by faculty members.
- Oversaw budgetary management for the department, ensuring responsible allocation of funds in support of key objectives and priorities.
- Planned and executed content team professional development sessions.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary efforts with other departments across campus, creating opportunities for cross-curricular collaboration among students and faculty alike.
- Mentored junior faculty members, providing valuable guidance to enhance teaching skills and professional development.
- Collaborated with administrative staff to refine course offerings, resulting in enhanced student learning experiences and higher test score averages.
- Observed, coached and mentored instructional staff to promote warm, structured and responsive classroom culture.
English Teacher
Lovleand High School
1974.08 - 2002.06
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
Head Coach, Boys' and Girls' Gymnastics
Loveland High School
1974.08 - 2000.11
- Developed athletes'' skills through personalized coaching, resulting in higher individual achievements.
- Organized and led practices and scrimmages to increase competitive attitude and skills.
- Maintained strong relationships with athletes, parents, and school administrators for program support and success.
- Fostered a positive team environment with clear communication and motivational techniques.
Youth Pastor
Grace Community Church
1976.09 - 1998.07
- 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..
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO06.1974
Skills
- Teaching
- Organizational Leadership
- Congregational care
- Pastoral Care
- Preaching
- Biblical Knowledge
- Discipleship training
- Biblically based
- Financial Stewardship
Accomplishments
Coach of 23 All American gymnasts
Coach of 6 state championships
2 time National Coach of the Year
Inducted into Loveland High School Hall of Fame
Inducted into Colorado High School Activities Hall of Fame
Honored by building naming
Chairman of many local ministries
Leader of Habitat for Humanity Grace Gardens project
Timeline
Senior Pastor
Grace Community Church
1999.07 - 2022.12
Chairman of English Department
Loveland High School
1990.08 - 2002.06
Youth Pastor
Grace Community Church
1976.09 - 1998.07
English Teacher
Lovleand High School
1974.08 - 2002.06
Head Coach, Boys' and Girls' Gymnastics
Loveland High School
1974.08 - 2000.11
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Northern Colorado
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