Accomplished "Servant Leader" and manager offering thirty four years of experience in all elements of organizational leadership and success in creating inspirational environments, Expertise in cultivating and shepherding a thriving and vibrant community. Successful in providing spiritual leadership in overseeing individuals, leaders and churches. Talent in uniting pastors, churches, and civic leaders to build relationship and work together to impact the city. Committed to guiding, training, and empowering individuals to be transformed by the gospel and a biblical worldview. A successful background in strategic leadership, ministry program development and mission-oriented planning and execution.
Hi, I’m
Jeff Fischer
Strategic Leadership
Springfield,MO
Summary
Overview
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Intl. Church Of The Foursquare Gospel (ICFG)
Lead Pastor & ICFG Divisional Superintendent
04.1986 - Current
Job overview
- Enhanced congregation growth by implementing innovative outreach programs and community engagement initiatives.
- Fostered spiritual development through the creation and implementation of dynamic sermon series and small group studies.
- Provided pastoral care to congregation members, offering guidance, support, and counseling when needed.
- Supervised and organized regional pastors and leaders to work together in city-wide outreach.
- Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategic plans for ministry expansion and sustainability.
- Developed partnerships with local organizations to increase community impact and expand outreach efforts.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain relevant knowledge in theology and pastoral leadership practices.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations and other churches.
Education
Life Pacific UniversitySan Dimas, CA
University Overview
Life Pacific UniversitySan Dimas, CA
Master of Arts from Strategic Leadership
12.2016
University Overview
- 4.0 GPA
- Research Project & Thesis: The Profile of a Reproducing Missional-Community Leader
Skills
- Spiritual Leadership
- Biblically Based Pastoral Counseling
- Leadership Development
- Public Speaking, Preaching, & Teaching
- Volunteer Management
- Community Service
- Crisis Management
- Mission-Oriented
- Team building
- Discipleship training
- Marriage counseling
- Volunteer coordination
- Pastoral care
- Technology integration
- Worship planning
- Effective communication
- Theological understanding
- Budget oversight
- Vision casting
- Conflict resolution
- Sermon preparation
- Strategic planning
- Prayer leadership
- Community outreach
- Operational Reporting
- Staff Leadership
- Biblically Based
- Spiritual Cultivation
- Counseling
- Pastoral Counseling
- Spiritual Instruction
- Congregational Care
- Officiating
- Shepherding
- Crisis Intervention
- Mercy Ministry
- Disciple-Making
- Operations Management
- Organizational Leadership
- Social media engagement
- Small group facilitation
- Staff management
- Biblical knowledge
- Hospital visitation
- Ministry evaluation
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Community Outreach Programs
- Improvement Plans
- Capital Building Projects
- Mission Strategies
- Professional Relationships
- Family Support
- Outreach Initiatives
- Church Calendar Management
- Mission Coordination
- Committee Leadership
- Mission Planning
- Area Management
- Team Meetings
- Interdenominational Networking
- Performance Plans
- Lesson Plans
- Congregation Services
- Active Listening
- Worship Service Planning
- Contract Logistics
- Compassionate Care
- Funeral Planning
- Strategic Planning
- Vocational Education
- Building Renovation
- Workflow Coordination
- Church Planting
- Oversee Services
- Community Support
- Lecture Development
- Creative Solutions
- Operational Improvements
- Content Writing
- Instructor Mentoring
- Counsel Individuals
- Fundraising Management
- PowerPoint Presentations
- Informational Material Development
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Grant Applications
- Small Group Leadership
- Industry Trends
- Prepare Talks
- Promote Beliefs
- Biblical Stewardship
- Preparing Weekly Sermons
- New Member Assimilation
- Email Marketing Campaign
- Bible Studies
- Constructive Feedback
- Lead Prayers
- Emotional Support
- Group Activities
- Cost Savings
- Hospice Visits
- Community Activities
- Social Perceptiveness
- Sourcing Support
Drums
Drums
I love to listen to and play music!
Timeline
Lead Pastor & ICFG Divisional Superintendent
Intl. Church Of The Foursquare Gospel (ICFG)
04.1986 - Current
Life Pacific University
Life Pacific University
Master of Arts from Strategic Leadership
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