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James Henderson

Naples,FL

Summary

Passionate professional successful in leading service teams in both the hospitality industry and in ministry. Compassionate Pastor with ability to manage responsibilities efficiently and productively. Possess specialized skills in pastoral care, community outreach, and sermon development. Excel in communication, empathy, and leadership, ensuring effective ministry and positive community impact.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Pastor

Celebration Beach Church
Naples , Florida
05.2017 - Current
  • Create an environment where all can experience God's presence through music and song.
  • Develop weekly sermons and deliver them during Sunday services.
  • Organize special events such as weddings, baptisms, funerals.
  • Recruit volunteers for various ministries within the church.
  • Perform outreach activities in the community by visiting hospitals, prisons, nursing homes.
  • Provide oversight for all staff positions within the organization.
  • Provide input on church operations as a member of the Board of Directors

Server/Head Bartender

Grandezza Country Club
Estero , FL
08.2016 - 05.2017
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
  • Collaborated with management and other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
  • Ensured that each club member was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently, as well as given individual attention.

Assistant Manager/Server/Server/Bartender

Cafe Luna Naples
Naples , FL
06.2014 - 05.2016
  • Developed a system for tracking inventory and ordering supplies as needed.
  • Organized training sessions for new hires to familiarize them with the workplace environment.
  • Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.

Sales Associate

Germain Honda of Naples
Naples , FL
01.2012 - 06.2014
  • Delivered exceptional customer service and fostered a welcoming atmosphere for car shoppers.
  • Maintained high levels of customer satisfaction by delivering prompt and reliable service.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of vehicles' features during showroom visits and test drives.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies

Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY
08-2024

Associate of Arts - Ministry Studies

Rockbridge Seminary
Springfield, MO
07-2021

Some College (No Degree) - Mass Communications

Hanover College
Hanover, IN

Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Spiritual Guidance
  • Counseling
  • Public Speaking
  • Staff Leadership
  • Small Group Facilitation

Affiliations

  • Past President of the Florida Speakers Association, the South Florida Chapter of the National Speakers Association
  • Independent Representative of Samaritan's Feet, distributing over 5,000 pair of shoes to at risk and in need youth in Southwest Florida.

Timeline

Pastor

Celebration Beach Church
05.2017 - Current

Server/Head Bartender

Grandezza Country Club
08.2016 - 05.2017

Assistant Manager/Server/Server/Bartender

Cafe Luna Naples
06.2014 - 05.2016

Sales Associate

Germain Honda of Naples
01.2012 - 06.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies

Western Kentucky University

Associate of Arts - Ministry Studies

Rockbridge Seminary

Some College (No Degree) - Mass Communications

Hanover College
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