Jacques Jance Van Rensburg
Richards Bay,KZN, South Africa
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Apostolic Faith Mission Of South Africa, enhancing congregation growth and fostering spiritual development. Skilled in strategic planning and pastoral care, I excel in preaching excellence and organizational leadership. Successfully mentored youth, achieving significant engagement in ministry programs. Seasoned Lead Pastor offering 14 years of experience in pastoral care and spiritual leadership to growing church. Committed to creating thriving community and guiding individuals transformed by the gospel. Successful background in organizational leadership, ministry program development and mission-oriented strategic planning.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Pastor
Apostolic Faith Mission Of South Africa
01.2010 - Current
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Enhanced congregation growth by implementing innovative outreach programs and community engagement initiatives.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Recruited trained, and mentored volunteer leaders to assist in various ministries, enhancing overall effectiveness.
- Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategic plans for ministry expansion and sustainability.
- Strengthened relationships among congregation members by facilitating regular fellowship events and opportunities for connection.
- Managed facility upkeep projects to ensure a welcoming environment for all who entered the church building.
- Assisted families during times of crisis by providing compassionate pastoral care, prayer support, and guidance.
- Implemented new discipleship programs aimed at deepening believers'' understanding of their faith journey.
- Fostered spiritual development through the creation and implementation of dynamic sermon series and small group studies.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain relevant knowledge in theology and pastoral leadership practices.
- Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
Presiding Pastor
Apostolic Faith Mission Of South Africa
01.2001 - 12.2009
- Provided pastoral care to individuals in need, offering counseling, guidance, and support during difficult times.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Strengthened relationships between families by initiating regular events and workshops catered to their needs.
- Fostered a welcoming environment for newcomers by creating an inclusive culture within the church community.
- Empowered church volunteers through training sessions and ongoing support, enhancing their ability to serve the congregation effectively.
- Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategic plans for ministry growth and expansion.
- Enhanced congregation''s spiritual growth by delivering thought-provoking and engaging sermons.
- Distributed food and supplies to communities through mutual aid.
Youth Pastor
Apostolic Faith Mission Of South Africa
01.1994 - 12.2000
- 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.
- Increased youth group attendance by creating dynamic worship services tailored to engage a younger audience.
- Revitalized youth ministry by developing engaging programs and activities focused on spiritual growth.
- Planned weekly groups as well as special events and overnight retreats.
- Implemented creative solutions for generating excitement about youth ministry events using multimedia presentations, games, and live music performances.
- Empowered young people to take ownership of their faith journey through small group discussions and Bible study sessions.
Youth Leader
Apostolic Faith Mission Of South Africa
01.1991 - 12.1993
- Served as a positive role model for young individuals, demonstrating responsible decision-making skills and ethical behavior.
- Collaborated with other Youth Leaders to create a safe and inclusive environment for all participants.
- Encouraged youth to explore talents and interests, and assisted in developing individualized plans to foster personal growth.
- Developed rapport with young participants, providing support and guidance in their personal challenges.
- Enhanced youth engagement by incorporating interactive games and team-building activities.
- Organized group activities and outings for youth and led weekly Bible study meetings.
- Cultivated relationships with community organizations to create opportunities for youth.
- Recruited new members through targeted outreach efforts such as school visits or social media campaigns.
- Increased attendance at weekly meetings by implementing creative marketing strategies targeting local youths.
- Collaborated with youth, parents, teachers and community members to promote youth leadership initiatives and enhance communication.
Communications Operations Officer
South Africans Defence Force
06.1990 - 06.1991
- Documented and processed incoming messages over communication systems for supervisor review.
- assisted high-ranking officers in identifying and dealing with troops that were involved in Satanic activities.
Education
Honors Degree in Practical Theology - Theology
University of Johannesburg
South Africa 06.2008
Diploma in Theology - Theology
Apostolic Faith Mission Theological College
South Africa 06.1993
Skills
- Organizational Leadership
- Spiritual leadership
- Preaching
- Pastoral Care
- Preaching Excellence
- Discipleship training
- Biblical Knowledge
- Disciple-making
- Small Group Facilitation
- Biblically based
- Sermon Preparation
- Teaching
- Mission-oriented
- Prayer leadership
- Youth ministry
- Congregational care
- Theological understanding
- Spiritual cultivation
- Leadership Development
- Officiating
- Spiritual Guidance
- Public Speaking
- Spiritual instruction
- Shepherding
- Ministry evaluation
- Strategic Planning
- Workflow Coordination
Accomplishments
- Existing Assembly (AFM Richards Bay) I am so grateful for a church on the brink of closing down to rise and grow into the biggest and most prominent church in Richards Bay.Designed and implemented 14-year vision plan to drive growth of community services.
- Established solid presence in community, successfully growing church membership.
- Network Leader : The AFM church is divided into regions and networks. In 2021, I was elected as the network leader of the KwaZulu Natal North region.
- Christian TV and Radio: Lizelle and I were guest speakers on a South African Christian TV and radio show, testifying about the miracles of God in our congregation.
- Guest speaker at a National Leaders Network Conference Ministering to more than 300 pastors at our National Leaders Network Conference was an immense privilege.
- Preach at a Mega-Church: Occasionally, I get invited to preach at schools, business forums, or churches. To be in the pulpit of Woord en Lewe Church (the biggest AFM church in South Africa) was one of my ministry highlights.
- The Greatest Accomplishment of all: One of the most rewarding experiences is my ministry has been witnessing individuals who were lost find salvation in Jesus Christ.
- I recognize that my name cannot be associated with any of the successes or accomplishments of my ministry. My contribution is simply serving as a vessel. I wholeheartedly love the Lord and am committed to working diligently and giving my all. I put my faith in God and trust Him with the rest.
Languages
Afrikaans
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Pastor
Apostolic Faith Mission Of South Africa
01.2010 - Current
Presiding Pastor
Apostolic Faith Mission Of South Africa
01.2001 - 12.2009
Youth Pastor
Apostolic Faith Mission Of South Africa
01.1994 - 12.2000
Youth Leader
Apostolic Faith Mission Of South Africa
01.1991 - 12.1993
Communications Operations Officer
South Africans Defence Force
06.1990 - 06.1991
Honors Degree in Practical Theology - Theology
University of Johannesburg
Diploma in Theology - Theology
Apostolic Faith Mission Theological College
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