Mary Rowe Miller
Mt. Carmel Global Methodist Church
Winston Salem,NC
Work Preference
Desired Job Title
Senior PastorChildren or Youth PastorProfessor in Christian Education & SpiritualityCommunity Development OfficerClient Relations Specialist
Work Type
Full TimePart Time
Location Preference
Hybrid
Location:
Winston-Salem, NCHickory, NCWest Jefferson, NCBoone, NCClemmons, NC
Open to relocation:
No
Important To Me
Work-life balanceHealthcare benefitsFlexible work hoursWork from home optionCompany Culture4-day work week401k match
34
years of professional experience
9
years of post-secondary education
Results-driven Senior Pastor with over 30 years in ministry with proven expertise in effective communication, community outreach, strategic planning and conflict resolution. Successfully led outreach programs and developed leadership skills in staff and volunteers, ensuring impactful connections that fostered growth and community development.
Work History
11 Years 2 Months
07.2015 - Current
11 Years 2 Months
Senior Pastor
Mt. Carmel Global Methodist Church | Winston Salem, NC
07.2015 - Current
- Led weekly worship services and guided congregation in spiritual practices to deepen engagement.
- Spearheaded community outreach programs.
- Coordinated outreach programs to strengthen connections with local communities and organizations.
- Managed church operations, ensuring alignment of activities with mission and values to foster community impact.
- Collaborated with local organizations to provide resources for the congregation.
- Supported church in fostering growth through new fundraising initiatives and congregation development.
- Mentored church staff and volunteers to build leadership skills and teamwork.
- Lead team meetings to discuss upcoming projects and events.
- Oversaw daily operations of ministry programs and activities.
23 Years
07.1992 - 07.2015
23 Years
Pastor
Western NC United Methodist Church | Mount Airy, North Carolina
07.1992 - 07.2015
- Worked as an ordained pastor in 8 United Methodist congregations beginning in Mt. Airy and covering counties in the Piedmont Triad Area over the past 30 years
- Led church operations, overseeing daily management, budget development, and administration while fostering compassionate pastoral care for members and the community.
- Oversaw worship services, ensuring a meaningful experience for attendees.
- Developed weekly sermons and delivered them during Sunday services.
- Collaborated with church leadership to create and implement strategic ministry plans that aligned with community needs.
- Managed volunteer programs, recruiting and training individuals to fulfill various roles and enhance church initiatives.
- Reached out to unchurched, new residents or inactive church members.
- Engaged in public speaking engagements at civic organizations or other churches.
- Participated in ministerial conferences and other professional development opportunities.
Education
DMin - Doctoral Degree in Ministry
Hood Theological School | Salisbury, NC | 08.2005 - 05.2008
MDiv - Master's Degree in Divinity
Duke Divinity School | Durham, NC | 08.1989 - 05.1992
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Education And Youth Social Services
West Virginia Wesleyan College | Buckhannon, WV | 08.1985 - 12.1988
Skills
Church leadership
Pastoral care
Community outreach experience
Community preaching
Client management
Strategic planning
Conflict resolution skills
Creative problem solving
Timeline
Senior Pastor
Mt. Carmel Global Methodist Church
07.2015 - CurrentRead more
Hood Theological School - DMin, Doctoral Degree in Ministry
08.2005 - 05.2008Read more
Pastor
Western NC United Methodist Church
07.1992 - 07.2015Read more
Duke Divinity School - MDiv, Master's Degree in Divinity
08.1989 - 05.1992Read more
West Virginia Wesleyan College - Bachelor of Arts, Christian Education And Youth Social Services
08.1985 - 12.1988Read more