Grace Kiaaina
Torrance,CA
Summary
Conscientious and hard-working candidate with a proven track record at the Los Angeles International Church of Christ. Spearheaded community events and volunteer recruitment. Adept in collaborative leadership and effective communication. Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal skills and adaptability, fostering teamwork and unity among people of all religious, economic and cultural backgrounds. Detail-oriented team player with ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Women's Ministry Leader
Los Angeles International Church of Christ
01.2014 - 02.2024
- Provided pastoral care, support and guidance for members.
- Taught classes to women on a weekly basis.
- Planned and organized conferences and seminars for women.
- Directed the Youth & Family Ministry of 30-60 preteens/teens.
- Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of events, activities and classes.
- Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
- Trained and empowered women to use their unique skills to serve and help meet needs of others.
Women's Ministry Leader & Church Leader
Oahu Church of Christ
01.2001 - 12.2013
- Spearheaded pastoral care for 1,000 members of Oahu Church and sister churches in Maui, Hilo, Guam, Saipan and Myanmar.
- Trained and developed other Women's Ministry Leaders.
- Facilitated a successful fundraising initiative that secured $3,000,000 for European and Asian missions.
- Managed a diverse staff of ministry leaders, elders and deacons.
- Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies to address interpersonal issues within the church community.
- Directed volunteer community impact programs for disadvantaged youth and children with disabilities.
Associate Women's Minister
Oahu Church of Christ
01.1996 - 12.2000
- Implemented evangelistic outreach campaigns and mobilization strategies for 250 members.
- Led small group Bible studies to foster spiritual growth among attendees.
- Organized and coordinated special events such as Women's Days, parenting workshops, marriage retreats and holiday celebrations.
- Assisted with day to day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA2027
Bachelor of Arts - East Asian Languages And Cultures
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA1991
Skills
- Collaborative leadership
- Effective Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Problem-Solving Aptitude
- Strong Organization
- Meeting facilitation
- Calendar Management
- Community Engagement
Timeline
Women's Ministry Leader
Los Angeles International Church of Christ
01.2014 - 02.2024
Women's Ministry Leader & Church Leader
Oahu Church of Christ
01.2001 - 12.2013
Associate Women's Minister
Oahu Church of Christ
01.1996 - 12.2000
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Liberty University
Bachelor of Arts - East Asian Languages And Cultures
University of Southern California
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