Martin Simons
BELLEVUE,WA
Summary
Seasoned Pastor offering 25 years of experience in pastoral care and spiritual leadership. Committed to creating thriving community and guiding individuals transformed by gospel. Successful background in organizational leadership, ministry program development and facilitating Pastoral care and preaching to community.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastor
Bellevue Way Community Church
01.2003 - 11.2021
- Enhanced congregation''s spiritual growth by delivering thought-provoking and engaging sermons.
- Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategic plans for ministry growth and expansion.
- Mentored youth group members, offering guidance and support in their personal and spiritual lives.
- Managed church operations, ensuring proper allocation of resources and budget management.
- Provided pastoral care to individuals in need, offering counseling, guidance, and support during difficult times.
- Facilitated small group discussions aimed at deepening participants'' understanding of core biblical principles and themes.
Youth Intern
Discovery Baptist Church
01.1998 - 07.2002
- Enhanced youth engagement by developing and implementing interactive workshops and activities.
- Contributed to the success of various community projects by effectively collaborating with fellow interns and staff members.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with diverse groups of individuals during outreach events.
- Acquired essential time management skills through balancing academic commitments with internship responsibilities.
Pastoral Intern
First Baptist Church
07.1996 - 07.1997
- Organized weekly bible study sessions, utilizing various teaching methods to cater to diverse learning styles within the congregation.
- Collaborated with youth ministry leaders in creating programs that fostered spiritual growth and development among young members of the church.
- Participated in hospital visitations, offering comfort and support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Developed strong relationships with congregation members through one-on-one meetings, fostering a sense of trust and open communication.
- Served as a liaison between pastoral staff and congregation members, addressing concerns or questions promptly while maintaining confidentiality when appropriate.
- Participated in various outreach programs.
Education
Masters of Divinity - Theology And Bible
Northwest Baptist Seminary
Tacoma, WA05.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Global Economics And International Studies
Cedarville University
Cedarville, OH05.1996
Skills
- Spiritual Instruction
- Mercy Ministry
- Staff Leadership
- Officiating
- Congregational Care
- Spiritual Leadership
- Pastoral Counseling
- Preaching
- Counseling
- Public Speaking
- Spiritual Guidance
- Shepherding
- Teaching
- Biblically Based
- Pastoral care
- Worship planning
- Biblical knowledge
Timeline
Pastor
Bellevue Way Community Church
01.2003 - 11.2021
Youth Intern
Discovery Baptist Church
01.1998 - 07.2002
Pastoral Intern
First Baptist Church
07.1996 - 07.1997
Masters of Divinity - Theology And Bible
Northwest Baptist Seminary
Bachelor of Arts - Global Economics And International Studies
Cedarville University
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