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Kiana Temanson

Maple Grove,Minnesota

Summary

Spiritual Ministry Leader with 7 years of experience in Children Youth & Family ministry. Accomplished in helping community members strengthen relationships with God by guiding individuals throughout service activities. Successful background in organizational leadership, ministry program development and mission-oriented strategic planning.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Children, Youth & Family Ministry Leader

Maple Grove Lutheran Church
08.2021 - Current
  • Developed and implemented educational programs for Children, Youth & Families.
  • Recruited and trained volunteers and staff in care of children and facility procedures.
  • Trained and supervised religious education instructional staff.
  • Oversaw Children Youth & Family ministry budget and tracked all expenses.
  • Assisted with fundraising activities.
  • Attended meetings with religious leaders.
  • Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
  • Set goals for youth in church and communicated with parents regarding progress.
  • Supported religious leaders in performing various duties.
  • Collaborated with other religious organizations and agencies.

Youth Ministry Leader

Maple Grove Lutheran Church
08.2017 - 08.2021
  • Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
  • Scheduled and managed teams of youth volunteers.
  • Planned weekly groups as well as special events and overnight retreats.
  • Oversaw youth ministry budget and tracked all expenses.
  • Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Youth Ministry Volunteer

Maple Grove Lutheran Church
06.2014 - 07.2017
  • Served as great role model for children by teaching how to learn, grow and serve as part of church.
  • Organized and led activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development in children such as games, arts and crafts and storytelling.
  • Prepared faith lesson plans and prepared materials for classroom activities.
  • Developed and implemented educational programs for youth.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Concordia College
Moorhead
05-2014

Skills

  • Small Group Facilitation
  • Church administration
  • Interpersonal Relationships
  • Community building
  • Event Planning
  • Organizational Skills
  • Fundraising
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Social media proficiency
  • Adaptability and Flexibility

Timeline

Children, Youth & Family Ministry Leader

Maple Grove Lutheran Church
08.2021 - Current

Youth Ministry Leader

Maple Grove Lutheran Church
08.2017 - 08.2021

Youth Ministry Volunteer

Maple Grove Lutheran Church
06.2014 - 07.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Concordia College
Kiana Temanson