Lavetta Pope
Associate Pastor
Brandon,FL
Summary
Mission-driven Pastoral Care Minister offering 12 years of experience in pastoral care and spiritual leadership to growing church. Committed to creating thriving community and guiding individuals transformed by gospel. Successful background in organizational leadership, ministry program development and mission-oriented strategic planning. Successful in overseeing community services, men's and women's ministries, student ministry, children's ministry and worship ministry. Highly welcoming and accomplished in developing and shepherding new and existing church members.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Pastor Care / Congregational Chaplin
New Hope Church
Brandon , Florida
11.2022 - Current
- Provided pastoral care to individuals and families in need, offering counseling, guidance, and support during difficult times.
- Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategic plans for ministry growth and expansion.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Worked with stewardship to promote responsible biblical stewardship.
- Preached and authored sermons, speeches and other religious materials.
- Officiated special services such as wedding, funerals, and baptism.
- Assist with traditional and contemporary worship services.
- Facilitate mental health peer - to- peer support group.
- Advanced interpersonal skills necessary in order to effectively facilitate discussion related to matters with individuals, families and staff , during times of crisis.
- Oversee administration and management of all areas of ministry as assigned by Senior Pastor.
- Led healing and prayer service along with other service opportunities.
- Ecclesiastical endorsement from Bishop of Christian Methodist Episcopal Church since 2010.
- Integral member of Evangelism team to attracted new members to congregation through effective through marketing strategies such as social media campaigns, website updates, and targeted outreach efforts.
- Fostered welcoming environment for newcomers by creating inclusive culture within church community.
Associate Pastor
The Christian Methodist Episcopal Church-Mt. Zion
AvonPark, FL
07.2018 - 12.2020
- Supported senior pastor in developing impactful sermon series, resulting in increased attendance and spiritual growth.
- Collaborated with worship leaders to create meaningful worship experiences that connected with diverse audiences.
- Mentored youth group 35 members, providing guidance and support for personal and spiritual development.
- Provided pastoral counseling to individuals seeking guidance on personal or relationship issues, promoting emotional well-being within congregation.
- Managed volunteer 10 teams for various ministries, ensuring effective use of resources and talents.
- Delivered dynamic sermons that effectively communicated biblical truths while addressing contemporary issues faced by today's Christians.
- Assisted in recruitment and training of new volunteers, ensuring strong support system for ongoing ministry effort.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, and baptisms.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Director of Christian Education: Vacation Bible school, Sunday School , Bible Study and small group ministries.
- Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations and other churches.
Associate Pastor
The Christian Methodist Episcopal -Bryant Chapel
Tallevast, FL
07.2013 - 08.2017
- Developed small group curriculums to encourage deeper relationships and spiritual growth within congregation.
- Facilitated weekly Bible studies aimed at deepening understanding of Scripture while fostering supportive learning environment.
- Collaborated with worship leaders to create meaningful worship experiences that connected with diverse audiences.
- Assisted in recruitment and training of 30 new volunteers, ensuring strong support system for ongoing ministry efforts.
- Conducted home visits to offer prayerful support during times of crisis or illness, demonstrating compassion towards those in need.
- Delivered dynamic sermons that effectively communicated biblical truths while addressing contemporary issues faced by today's Christians.
- Coordinated special events such as baptisms, weddings, and funerals, providing pastoral care during significant moments in congregants'' lives.
- Led programs such as worship, weddings, funerals and study, fellowship.
- Worked with stewardship to promote responsible biblical stewardship.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Distributed food and supplies to communities through mutual aid.
- Assisted with organization and implementation of Sunday school activities.
Director of Church Growth and Development- Pastor
The Chrisian Methodist Episcopal -Carter Temple
Bradenton, FL
07.2011 - 07.2012
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within organization.
- Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Enhanced congregation's spiritual growth by delivering thought-provoking and engaging sermons.
- Supported community development through organizing and leading 10 outreach programs.
- Attracted new members to congregation through effective marketing strategies such as social media campaigns, website updates, and targeted outreach efforts.
- Facilitated small group discussions aimed at deepening participants'' understanding of core biblical principles and themes.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church and managed daily operations.
- Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
Pastor
The Christian Methodist Episcopal Church-New Birth
Plant City, FL
08.2010 - 07.2011
- Designed innovative worship experiences that integrated contemporary elements alongside traditional practices.
- Empowered church 40 volunteers through training sessions and ongoing support, enhancing their ability to serve congregation effectively.
- Facilitated 5 small group discussions aimed at deepening participants'' understanding of core biblical principles and themes.
- Developed strong partnerships with local organizations to promote collaboration on various community initiatives.
- Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategic plans for ministry growth and expansion.
- Attracted 12 new members to congregation through effective marketing strategies such as social media campaigns, website updates, and targeted outreach efforts.
- Upheld church governance structure by effectively managing staff and volunteer teams while ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Advised couples preparing for marriage via pre-marital counseling services tailored specifically towards their unique relational dynamics.
- Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church and managed daily operations.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
Youth Pastor
The Christian Methodist Church-New Grace Chapel
Plant City, FL
07.2008 - 07.2010
- Developed small group curriculums to encourage deeper relationships and spiritual growth within congregation.
- Expanded opportunities for leadership development within congregation through workshops and training sessions.
- Conducted home and hospital visits to offer prayerful support during times of crisis or illness, demonstrating compassion towards those in need.
- Coordinated special events such as baptisms, weddings, and funerals, providing pastoral care during significant moments in congregants'' lives.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Delivered dynamic sermons that effectively communicated biblical truths while addressing contemporary issues faced by today's Christians.
- Facilitated weekly Bible studies aimed at deepening understanding of Scripture while fostering supportive learning environment.
- Utilized various teaching techniques to effectively communicate biblical truths to young people in engaging and relevant manner.
- Increased youth group attendance by creating dynamic worship services tailored to engage younger audience.
- Empowered 15 young people to take ownership of their faith journey through small group discussions and Bible study sessions.
- Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategies for growing congregation's youth ministry program.
- Planned 3 weekly groups as well as special events and overnight retreats.
- Revitalized youth ministry by developing engaging programs and activities focused on spiritual growth.
- Supported 30 young adults during times of transition by offering guidance, resources, and encouragement for pursuing their faith journey outside context of formal youth ministry programming.
Education
Master of Arts - Ministry
Asbury Theological Seminary
Wilmore, KY 09.2019 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Teaching-Mathematics
St. Petersburg College
Clearwater, FL 08.2016 - 05.2019
Associate of Arts - Middle School Teaching
St. Petersburg College
Clearwater, FL 08.2013 - 05.2016
Associate of Science - Funeral Science
Lynn University
Boca Raton, FL 08.1996 - 05.1998
Skills
Spiritual leadership
undefinedOrdination
Ordained as Elder by Global Methodist Church January 2024.
Ordained into Full-Connection by Christian Methodist Episcopal Church 2021
Ecclesiastical endorsement from Bishop Teresa E. Jefferson Snorton of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church (2010)
Ordained as Elder by Christian Methodist Episcopal Church 2008
Ordained as Deacons by Christian Methodist Episcopal Church 2001
Timeline
Pastor Care / Congregational Chaplin
New Hope Church
11.2022 - Current
Master of Arts - Ministry
Asbury Theological Seminary
09.2019 - 12.2024
Associate Pastor
The Christian Methodist Episcopal Church-Mt. Zion
07.2018 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Teaching-Mathematics
St. Petersburg College
08.2016 - 05.2019
Associate of Arts - Middle School Teaching
St. Petersburg College
08.2013 - 05.2016
Associate Pastor
The Christian Methodist Episcopal -Bryant Chapel
07.2013 - 08.2017
Director of Church Growth and Development- Pastor
The Chrisian Methodist Episcopal -Carter Temple
07.2011 - 07.2012
Pastor
The Christian Methodist Episcopal Church-New Birth
08.2010 - 07.2011
Youth Pastor
The Christian Methodist Church-New Grace Chapel
07.2008 - 07.2010
Associate of Science - Funeral Science
Lynn University
08.1996 - 05.1998
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