Mia Spies
Boys and Girls Club of the Plateau
High Point,NC
1
Certification
2
years of professional experience
A highly motivated student with experience in worship leadership, pastoral care, and collaborative ministry – deeply committed to service, humility, and authentic faith formation.
Work History
Youth Development Professional
3 Months- Supervised groups of 12-24 youth in a safe, structured environment that encouraged members to grow emotionally and academically.
- Provided support and guidance to youth, helping them overcome personal challenges and achieve their goals.
- Assisted with homework and academic enrichment activities.
- Built trusting relationships with youth to encourage attendance and participation.
Ministry Intern
3 Months- Prepared for and delivered a sermon on the topic of Heaven and Hell.
- Developed pastoral sensitivity, confidentiality, and active listening skills through time spent in congregational care.
- Gained experience in spiritual literacy planning worship services, including hymn selection and theological reflection.
- Enhanced delegation, problem-solving, and teamwork skills during weekly team planning meetings.
Assistant Music Director
4 Months- Coordinated and navigated schedules, set lists, and rehearsals for bi-weekly performances.
- Strengthened personal expertise in arranging music in different keys for a multitude of instruments, creating a welcoming/uplifting atmosphere for worship, and cultivating positive relationships within the team and congregation.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies
Major in Religion, Minor in Music
High School Diploma
Certification
- Camp Counselor & Former Camper, Rainbow Express Ministries - Jun 2009 to Jun 2020
- Volunteer, Open Door Ministries - Aug 2024 to Dec 2024
- Volunteer, West End Ministries - Aug 2025 to May 2026
- Volunteer, SPCA Triad - Oct 2026
Interests
Focus Pre-Ministry Group | High Point University | Aug 2023 - Current
Charcoal Pony Improv Group | High Point University | Sept 2026 - Current
Chaplain
Board of Stewards | Hayworth Chapel
High Point University | May 2025 – May 2026
Chapel Student Employee | Hayworth Chapel
High Point University | Jan 2024 – Nov. 2025; Sept 2026 - Current
The Real Inspector Hound | High Point University Theatre | Feb 2023
Accomplishments
- 3.986 Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA)
- 6x Dean's list Recipient
- Preached several well-prepared sermons at HPU Sunday, a student-led service on High Point University's Campus.
- Served as a Junior Marshal, one of the top fifty (50) students with the highest cumulative grade point average, at High Point University.
- Recipient of the following scholarships through the United Women in Faith: Fannie Mitt Case Scholarship, Robbins Scholarship, Herbin/Motley Scholarship, L.L. Wren Scholarship.
- Recipient of the following scholarships through the United Methodist Higher Education Foundation: New Summers Trust Endowed Scholarship.
- Recipient of the following scholarships through High Point University: L.L. Wren Scholarship, The Reverend Ernest U. and Irene M. Stephens Endowed Scholarship, L. Jack & Ella Shaw Spiers Endowed Scholarship, J.C. Roberts Trust.
Timeline
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club of the Plateau
05.2026 - 08.2026Read More
Ministry Intern
First United Methodist Church
05.2025 - 08.2025Read More
Assistant Music Director
Hayworth Chapel
08.2024 - 12.2024Read More
High Point University
Bachelor of Arts from Religious Studies
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Providence High School
High School Diploma
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