Michael Calder
Marion,SC
Summary
Compassionate spiritual leader, adept at delivering impactful guidance and support with high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in public speaking, counseling, and community outreach, ensuring meaningful connections and positive outcomes. Excel in empathy, active listening, and conflict resolution to enhance community growth and individual well-being.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of post-secondary education
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Pastor
His Church - Marion
Marion, SC
06.2018 - Current
- Teach/Preach the Bible
- Oversee all ministries and meetings
- Provide prayer, counseling, visitation, and/or other pastoral support that may be needed
- Conduct special services like baptisms, weddings, and funerals.
Hospice Chaplain
Patriot Hospice
Aynor, SC
06.2018 - 12.2022
- Provided spiritual support to Patriot Hospice patients and families during end-of-life care
- Developed individualized care plans addressing spiritual needs, enhancing patient comfort and dignity.
- Conducted emotional assessments and documented chaplain notes, facilitating comprehensive interdisciplinary care.
- Conducted home visits to offer emotional and spiritual guidance to individuals. and care facilities to deliver compassionate pastoral presence
- Provided emotional support through prayer and direct conversations, fostering connection and comfort for patients and families.
- Maintained records related to patient encounters according to facility policies.
Lead Pastor
Dulah Baptist Church
Tabor City, NC
10.2014 - 06.2018
- Delivered weekly sermons that inspired spiritual growth and community engagement
- Provided pastoral care through regular visits, counseling, and prayer with church members
- Provided spiritual guidance and leadership to church members.
- Conducted special services like baptisms, weddings, and funerals.
- Oversaw all aspects of ministry, ensuring alignment with church mission and values
- Partnered with church staff on ministry planning and communication.
Correctional Officer
Horry County
Conway, SC
08.2012 - 08.2013
- Enforced facility rules and correctional procedures during daily operations.
- Searched inmates, cells, and common areas for contraband.
- Monitored inmate activity across Horry County detention housing units.
- Documented incidents, observations, and shift reports in county records.
Lead Pastor
Piney Grove Missionary Baptist Church
Marion, SC
03.2010 - 07.2012
- Preached weekly messages aligned with church mission and teaching
- Provided spiritual guidance and leadership to church members.
- Visited, counseled, and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
- Conducted special services like baptisms, weddings, and funerals.
- Developed discipleship classes and small group ministry plans.
- Managed all aspects of ministry.
- Guided community outreach efforts across Marion neighborhoods and local events.
- Met with individuals in hospitals and prisons, offering comfort and support.
Lead Pastor
Mill Branch Free Will Baptist Church
Johnsonville, SC
10.2008 - 03.2010
- Preached weekly messages aligned with church mission and teaching
- Shepherded members through counseling, visitation, and pastoral care.
- Coordinated volunteer teams for worship, hospitality, and outreach.
- Oversaw daily operations of ministry programs to ensure alignment with the church's mission.
Criminal Justice Partnership Program Director
Clay County
Hayesville, NC
01.2007 - 08.2008
- Directed county program operations, aligning services with community needs to enhance local support.
- Served as a liaison between the county court system and those on parole
- Managed budgets and purchasing for county programs, ensuring financial compliance and resource allocation.
Associate Pastor
Hayesville First Free Will Baptist Church
Hayesville, NC
01.2007 - 08.2008
- Preached sermons and led worship services at Hayesville First Free Will Baptist Church.
- Provided pastoral care through counseling, prayer, and hospital visitation.
- Taught Bible studies and discipleship classes for church members and new believers.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
Conway, SC 09.1997 - 09.2002
Skills
- Pastoral counseling
- Counseling
- Crisis care
- Grief counseling
- Spiritual guidance
- Spiritual leadership
- Pastoral care
- Community outreach
- Volunteer coordination
- Discipleship development
- Ministry planning
- Program management
- Ministry evaluation
- Teaching
- Public speaking
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Emotional intelligence
- Interpersonal communication
- Written communication
- Critical thinking
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Community service
- Spiritual cultivation
- Prayer leadership
Certification
- Licensed Real Estate Agent in South Carolina
- Master Dog Trainer
- Ordained Minister/Pastor
Timeline
Lead Pastor
His Church - Marion
06.2018 - Current
Hospice Chaplain
Patriot Hospice
06.2018 - 12.2022
Lead Pastor
Dulah Baptist Church
10.2014 - 06.2018
Correctional Officer
Horry County
08.2012 - 08.2013
Lead Pastor
Piney Grove Missionary Baptist Church
03.2010 - 07.2012
Lead Pastor
Mill Branch Free Will Baptist Church
10.2008 - 03.2010
Criminal Justice Partnership Program Director
Clay County
01.2007 - 08.2008
Associate Pastor
Hayesville First Free Will Baptist Church
01.2007 - 08.2008
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
09.1997 - 09.2002