John Jerome Werner
Fargo,ND
Summary
I thrive in work environments that promote a culture of networking with local groups to facilitate collaborative initiatives addressing systemic poverty.
I have served on various boards including: The Ashtabula County Mental Health and Recovery Services Board, The Jefferson Depot, A Living History Museum, The Rose Society of Ashtabula, Society. I am currently a member of Fargo Morehead Gay Men's Chorus, and a member of the Barnesville, MN Gardening Club.
I am accomplished in planning social, educational and mission-oriented events to develop robust programs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastor
St. James United Church of Christ
Barnesville, MN
07.2023 - Current
- Provided spiritual guidance and direction to church members.
- Developed weekly sermons and delivered them during Sunday services.
- Created discipleship programs for youth and adults.
- Organized special events such as weddings, baptisms, funerals.
- Led Bible study classes and facilitated small group discussions.
- Performed outreach activities in the community by visiting hospitals, prisons, nursing homes.
- Assisted with administrative tasks related to church operations such as managing budgets, scheduling staff meetings.
- Recruited volunteers for various ministries within the church.
- Coordinated fundraising activities to meet financial goals of the organization.
- Met with individuals seeking counseling or advice on personal matters.
- Established relationships with local businesses to benefit the congregation.
- Participated in ministerial conferences and other professional development opportunities.
- Managed social media accounts for the purpose of promoting upcoming events or services.
- Engaged in public speaking engagements at civic organizations or other churches.
- Compiled monthly reports summarizing progress towards meeting organizational objectives.
Pastor
First Congregational UCC Jefferson
Jefferson, OH
07.2016 - 07.2023
- Spearheaded community outreach programs.
- Demonstrated effective leadership to church, including managing daily operations, developing and administering annual budget and promoting compassionate pastoral care to members and public.
- Optimized church committee functions clarifying goals and delegating tasks.
- Led community outreach by supporting and expanding mission initiatives.
- Guided staff and volunteers in administering education, youth, social action, fellowship and pastoral care ministry programs.
- Oversaw building management, supplies orders and facility repairs.
- Gathered church members to aid community emergency or crisis response.
- Engaged in interfaith, community and recreational activities for religious programs.
- Participated in fundraising to support congregational activities.
- Referred families and individuals to community support services, psychologists or doctors for necessary care.
Pastor
First United Church of Christ
Newton, KS
01.2014 - 07.2016
- Spearheaded community outreach programs.
- Managed all aspects of ministry.
- Engaged in interfaith, community and recreational activities for religious programs.
- Referred families and individuals to community support services, psychologists or doctors for necessary care.
- Planned special ceremonies, services and events in coordination with families and individuals.
- Guided staff and volunteers in administering education, youth, social action, fellowship and pastoral care ministry programs.
Education
Master of Divinity - Pastoral Studies
Anabaptist Mennonite Seminary
Elkhart, IN05.2012
Bachelor of Science - History
Newman University
Wichita, KS12.2004
Skills
- Inspirational Leadership
- Leadership Development
- Crisis Management
- Organizational Leadership
- Data Management
- Relationship Building
- Team Management
- Critical Thinking
- Team Building
- Interdenominational Networking
Websites
Timeline
Pastor
St. James United Church of Christ
07.2023 - Current
Pastor
First Congregational UCC Jefferson
07.2016 - 07.2023
Pastor
First United Church of Christ
01.2014 - 07.2016
Master of Divinity - Pastoral Studies
Anabaptist Mennonite Seminary
Bachelor of Science - History
Newman University
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