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JULIANA PARADIE

Chesterfield,Virginia

Summary

Passionate and dedicated Family Ministries Director with a strong background in Christian formation, youth and children’s ministry, and community engagement. Known for creating meaningful intergenerational experiences, equipping volunteers, and leading with both heart and strategy. Seeking to bring my leadership, creativity, and pastoral care skills to a mission-driven organization that values spiritual growth and relational ministry.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Christian Formation

Chester UMC
09.2023 - Current
  • Lead Christian formation ministries for children (nursery–5th grade), youth (6th–12th grade), and young families.
  • Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers; manage budgets and supplies.
  • Develop and implement curricula for Sunday school, youth group, family events, and seasonal programs.
  • Coordinate intergenerational events and family outreach.
  • Ensure Safe Sanctuary compliance and provide pastoral care.
  • Collaborate with clergy and community partners to expand outreach.

Youth Director

New Life UMC
12.2020 - 08.2023
  • Responsible for the development, promotion, and implementation of the youth ministry of the church.
  • Direct and plan weekly youth services.
  • Plan and oversee events, outreach opportunities, and discipleship activities.
  • Developed and implemented youth ministry curriculum every 6 months.
  • Directed weekly services and oversaw events, retreats, and outreach.

Management Assistant

Enterprise Holdings
07.2016 - 09.2017
  • Assist with daily car rental operations, and customer service experience

Area Manager

Beall's Inc.
03.2016 - 06.2016
  • Oversees daily operations, merchandising and customer experience of focused areas of business.

Education

Bachelors of Science - Business Management

Evangel University
08.2015

MDIV - Youth and Family Ministries

Liberty University
12.2024

Skills

  • Family Ministry Leadership
  • Christian Education & Formation
  • Curriculum Design & Implementation
  • Volunteer Recruitment & Training
  • Pastoral Care & Spiritual Support
  • Youth & Children’s Ministry
  • Intergenerational Ministry
  • Event & Program Planning
  • Team Collaboration & Staff Coordination
  • Safe Sanctuary Compliance
  • Community & Church Engagement
  • Communication (Verbal, Written, Digital)
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Counseling Foundations
  • Public Speaking & Preaching

Timeline

Director of Christian Formation

Chester UMC
09.2023 - Current

Youth Director

New Life UMC
12.2020 - 08.2023

Management Assistant

Enterprise Holdings
07.2016 - 09.2017

Area Manager

Beall's Inc.
03.2016 - 06.2016

Bachelors of Science - Business Management

Evangel University

MDIV - Youth and Family Ministries

Liberty University
JULIANA PARADIE