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Nilson Ferreira

Nilson Ferreira

Berrien Springs,USA

Summary

An empathetic, passionate, and dedicated pastor with 15 years of experience in pastoral ministry. Specializing in preaching, program management, pastoral counseling, relationship building, and committed to sharing the Adventist beliefs. Proven ability to deliver spiritual services, manage religious congregations, and conduct community outreach.

Work History

Doctor of Ministry General Coordinator

Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MI
  • Steered doctoral ministry candidates toward research & readings that are relevant to that topic
  • Guided doctoral ministry candidates in their academic dissertation projects
  • Advised doctoral ministry candidates through the defense process, setting appropriate expectations
  • Provided ongoing guidance to pastors on research to ensure quality and timely project completion

Pastor

Campo de Fora Church
Sao Paulo, Brazil
  • Grew average weekly worship attendance by 40% through engaging preaching programming
  • Developed a comprehensive fundraising strategy resulting in a 45% increase in annual donations
  • Increased annual giving by 30% through an implementation through stewardship campaign
  • Developed strategic programs that rebuilt the vision of this church and increased membership by 30%

Pastor

Santo Amaro Church
Sao Paulo, Brazil
  • Implemented a comprehensive discipleship program that resulted in 70 new believers
  • Led evangelistic programs that increased membership by 35%
  • Coordinated and managed community outreach programs, impacting 500 + individuals annually
  • Trained and mentored 30 youth leaders, enhancing the effectiveness of the church’s youth ministry

Pastor

Jardim das Palmeiras Church
Sao Paulo, Brazil
  • Created outreach strategies and led public evangelism increased membership by 50%
  • Organized and led annual mission trips, increasing volunteer engagement by 40%
  • Executed an inclusive discipleship program that resulted in 90 new believers
  • Multiplied the size of congregation from 450 members to 675 members within 3 years

Youth Pastor

Capão Redondo Church
Sao Paulo, Brazil
  • Increased youth Sabbath school attendance from 200 to 400 participants, thus 100% of increase
  • Developed an outreach homeless named 'Rescue Project,' that resulted in 20 homeless baptisms
  • Organized youth spiritual retreats to strength spiritual growth, resulting in 100+ baptisms
  • Planned Pathfinders retreats and discipleship programs, resulted in 80 baptisms

Education

PhD - Theological Studies

Andrews University
06.2025

Doctor of Ministry (DMin) -

Andrews University
01.2011

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Worship planning
  • Community Outreach
  • Public speaking
  • Counselor
  • Youth ministry
  • Strategic planning
  • Discipleship training

Personal Information

Marital Status: Married

Sermon Link

https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=igreja+adventista+capao+redondo

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Portuguese
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Doctor of Ministry General Coordinator

Andrews University

Pastor

Campo de Fora Church

Pastor

Santo Amaro Church

Pastor

Jardim das Palmeiras Church

Youth Pastor

Capão Redondo Church

PhD - Theological Studies

Andrews University

Doctor of Ministry (DMin) -

Andrews University

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