Melanie C. Croft
Crossing Church
Redmond,OR
26
years of professional experience
Experienced Ministry Leader with 20 years in education, discipleship, pastoral care, and church leadership. Skilled in teaching Scripture, equipping volunteers and staff, and facilitating spiritual transformation. Pursuing a Master of Theological Studies at Life Pacific University to enhance biblical knowledge, leadership and spiritual formation.
Work History
Executive Pastor
12 Years 1 Month- Led, hired, and supported church staff and ministry directors, fostering a collaborative ministry environment
- Managed budgets, financial planning, and resource allocation to ensure sustainable ministry operations
- Translated senior pastor's vision into actionable plans, aligning ministry efforts with overall church goals
- Oversee facilities, technology, and day-to-day logistics
Administrative Pastor
7 Years- Designed and implemented accounting processes that improved clarity and efficiency of church finances
- Handled bookkeeping responsibilities and trained a team member for the role; maintain oversight of their work.
- Established and managed HR department, overseeing employee onboarding and providing ongoing support
Family Pastor
1 Year 7 Months- Collaborated with nine-member discipleship department to develop learning opportunities for ages birth through adult
- Trained and equipped all nine staff members to enhance their teaching effectiveness
- Designed and authored Christian discipleship curriculum for all departmental age levels
Children's Pastor
2 Years 4 Months- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum for children from birth through 5th grade
- Recruited and trained 75 volunteers annually, ensuring ongoing support through follow-up training and monthly communication
- Coordinated classroom organization and supplied resources to enhance parent engagement
- Planned and led monthly family activities to build deeper relationships
4th Grade Classroom Teacher
1 Year 10 Months- Developed and organized curriculum for core subjects, incorporating creativity and real-world applications in supplementary subjects
- Managed classroom of 33 students, addressing individual learning needs and paces
- Communicated with parents and provided resources to support each student's learning
Education
Graduate coursework - Marriage and Family Therapy
Graduate coursework - Education
B.S. - Early Childhood Education
Skills
Biblical interpretation
Empathetic counseling
Strategic leadership
Vision casting
Community service
Organizational leadership
Financial management
Conflict mediation
Church administration
Timeline
Executive Pastor
Crossing Church
09.2014 - CurrentRead More
Administrative Pastor
Crossing Church
09.2007 - 09.2014Read More
Family Pastor
West Salem Foursquare Church
09.2005 - 04.2007Read More
Children's Pastor
West Salem Foursquare Church
09.2002 - 01.2005Read More
4th Grade Classroom Teacher
Newberg School District
08.2000 - 06.2002Read More
George Fox University
Graduate coursework from Marriage and Family Therapy
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Indiana Wesleyan University
Graduate coursework from Education
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Western Oregon University
B.S. from Early Childhood Education
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