Graham Barber
Seminole,FL
Summary
Mission-oriented teammate with a tremendous amount of experience leading, training, and ministering to adults and youth within the context of church ministry and community outreach. Committed to developing professional relationships with local organizations and partners for the purpose of facilitating unique events and discovering specific ways to meet the needs of Tampa Bay youth and families. Proficient writer and communicator with over ten years of experience speaking to large groups of people. Hardworking veteran ready and willing to contribute to an organization seeking to improve the quality of life for local residents.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Minister, Director of Family Life
Christ The King Lutheran Ministries
01.2022 - Current
- Assisted in developing new ministries within a church community.
- Conducted visits to hospitals, nursing homes and other locations to provide spiritual guidance.
- Prepared weekly sermons for Sunday services.
- Developed and implemented unique worship services, Bible studies, and other religious activities.
- Counseled individuals on personal issues related to faith and life challenges.
- Provided pastoral care to church members and their families.
- Met regularly with church leadership team to discuss current goals and progress towards achieving them.
- Taught Bible study classes to help people grow spiritually.
- Taught physical education classes for our Kindergarten class.
- Created original video and static content for all of our social media platforms.
- Worked alongside school staff to share ideas and discover opportunities to minister to school families.
- Managed church social media platforms by; curating weekly ministry updates, highlights from church or school activities, and advertising for future events.
Director of Youth Ministries
Our Savior Lutheran Church And School
06.2012 - 12.2021
- Participated in developing long-term strategies for expanding ministry initiatives.
- Collaborated with church staff to plan outreach projects in the local community; Special Olympics at Sabal Palms pediatric nursing home, VBS, Christmas gift drive, share-a-thon.
- Created programs that foster spiritual growth among youth and children's ministry.
- Assisted in providing spiritual support during times of crisis or tragedy within the congregation; specifically related to elementary, middle, and high school youth.
- Maintained records of member attendance at regularly scheduled youth nights.
- Assisted in the development of new ministries within the church community.
- Coordinated volunteer efforts for various mission trips throughout the year.
- Planned and facilitated unique events for youth and families.
- Planned and facilitated fundraising initiatives for ministry budget and annual events.
- Facilitated small group discussions regarding Biblical topics during weekly meetings.
- Prepared weekly sermons for youth services
- Developed and implemented worship services, Bible studies, retreats, and other religious activities annually.
- Served on regional planning committees for annual youth retreats.
- Counseled individuals on personal issues related to faith and life challenges.
- Taught religion and character education classes for junior high students.
- Helped facilitate mid-week worship services.
- Encouraged members of the congregation to serve their communities through volunteer work.
- Developed youth outreach programs for children in the community (specifically related to mentoring initiatives)
Amphibious Operations
United States Marine Corps Reserve
07.2007 - 07.2013
- Trained to have proficiency in areas of; strategic team dynamics, firearm use, application of life-saving care, communications, and physical fitness.
- Trained to operate AAV's (Amphibious Assault Vehicle); demonstrating proficiency in understanding essential navigation functions, weapon system, and routine maintenance.
- Trained to effectively lead, teach, and train junior marines.
- Trained in proper use of military communications tools and emergency communication procedures.
- Deployed to combat theater (Operation Iraqi Freedom, 2009). Special attachment to 1st battalion 8th marines for the purpose of serving as Military Police, maintaining partnerships with Iraqi military, and conducting local security patrols/Quick Reaction Force.
- Firmly embrace the core values of the United States Marine Corps (honor, courage, commitment), both in service and now retired.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management And Organizational Leadership
St Petersburg College
St Petersburg, FL12.2020
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FL05.2016
Skills
- Mission-Oriented
- Active Listener
- Attention to Detail
- Volunteer Management
- Teaching
- Youth and Family Counseling
- Crisis Management
- Leadership Development
- Community Outreach/Service
- Public Speaking
- Conflict Resolution
- Communication
- Graphic Design/Video editing
- Proficient in Writing
- Experience with Microsoft Suite
Timeline
Assistant Minister, Director of Family Life
Christ The King Lutheran Ministries
01.2022 - Current
Director of Youth Ministries
Our Savior Lutheran Church And School
06.2012 - 12.2021
Amphibious Operations
United States Marine Corps Reserve
07.2007 - 07.2013
Bachelor of Science - Management And Organizational Leadership
St Petersburg College
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Hillsborough Community College
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