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Manuel Avitia

Oxnard,CA

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at the California Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, excelling in sermon development and team leadership. Skilled in fostering community outreach and organizing impactful events, I bring charisma and bilingual communication to inspire and guide diverse groups. Adept in mechanical skills, ensuring comprehensive problem-solving in various contexts.

Overview

2024
2024
years of professional experience

Work History

Pastor

California Conference Of Seventh-day Adventists
, CA
01.1983 - 01.2024
  • Led Bible study classes and facilitated small group discussions.
  • Performed outreach activities in the community by visiting hospitals, prisons, nursing homes.
  • Coordinated fundraising activities to meet financial goals of the organization.
  • Developed long-term strategies for growth of the ministry.
  • Provided spiritual guidance and direction to church members.
  • Organized special events such as weddings, baptisms, funerals.
  • Provided oversight for all staff positions within the organization.
  • Developed weekly sermons and delivered them during Saturday services.
  • Participated in ministerial conferences and other professional development opportunities.

Auto Mechanic

General Auto Service Center
, CO
12.1981 - 12.1982
  • Checked tire pressure levels regularly during service visits to ensure proper inflation.
  • Tested vehicle engines to identify malfunctions.
  • Assessed overall condition of vehicles after servicing was complete before returning them to customers.
  • Provided detailed estimates of repair costs upon request from customers prior to beginning work.
  • Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brakes, spark plugs and radiators.

Aircraft Mechanic

United States Air Force Reserve
Denver, CO
  • Inspected aircraft components and systems for wear, corrosion, or other defects.
  • Used precision measuring instruments to check alignment of structures during installation process.
  • Adjusted, repaired, or replaced electrical wiring system and functional components of aircraft engines and airframe assemblies.
  • Maintained a clean work area in order to adhere to safety protocols.

Education

Master of Arts - Divinity

Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MI
06-1980

Bachelor of Arts - Theology

Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MI
06-1976

Auto Mechanic -

Matt's Automotive Institute
Denver, CO
06-1972

High School Diploma -

North High School
Denver, CO
06-1970

Skills

  • Sermon development
  • Communication skills
  • Team leadership
  • Public speaking
  • Bilingual
  • Charisma
  • Mechanical Skills

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Pastor

California Conference Of Seventh-day Adventists
01.1983 - 01.2024

Auto Mechanic

General Auto Service Center
12.1981 - 12.1982

Aircraft Mechanic

United States Air Force Reserve

Master of Arts - Divinity

Andrews University

Bachelor of Arts - Theology

Andrews University

Auto Mechanic -

Matt's Automotive Institute

High School Diploma -

North High School