I'm seminar trained with great faith, discipline, had spend 15 years developing community non-profit organizations, grant writer and work with over 200 pastors in building outreach programs I have traveled the world national and international preaching the word of God. I have great compassion for working with seniors. My greatest gift is following the voice of God and been used by God.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Pastor
Set Free Healing and Deliverance Ministries
Oxford , GA
06.2010 - Current
Organized weekly worship services, sermons, and other special events.
Lead team meetings to discuss upcoming projects and events.
Provided spiritual guidance and counseling to church members.
Offered guidance during difficult times of transition or crisis situations.
Responded to crisis situations to offer support, prayer and counseling.
Resolved conflict between church members in a professional manner.
Provided leadership development opportunities for emerging leaders within the church.
Guided church into new seasons of ministry through dynamic sermons and meaningful discussions.
Oversaw all religious ceremonies such as weddings and funerals.
Managed all aspects of ministry.
Visited, counseled, and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
Conducted special services like baptisms, weddings, and funerals.
Led outreach initiatives to reach out to unchurched, inactive or new residents in community.
Reached out to unchurched, new residents or inactive church members.
Collaborated with local organizations to provide resources for the congregation.
Carried out church mission by planning and leading worship services, writing sermons and working with church leaders.
Wrote articles for church newsletters and bulletins.
Prepared annual reports that tracked progress towards meeting established goals.
Assisted in recruiting new volunteers for various ministries within the church.
Organized mission trips both domestically and abroad for church groups.
Guided staff and volunteers in administering education, youth, social action, fellowship and pastoral care ministry programs.
Managed all office operations including staff hiring, training, scheduling, payroll.
Coordinated pastoral staff schedules, duties, and responsibilities.
Facilitated Bible study classes on a weekly basis for youth group members.
Developed and implemented an outreach program to engage with the community.
Created and maintained a budget for all church activities.
Assessed needs of congregation by conducting surveys or interviews.
Worked with leadership committee to set annual church master calendar.
Supervised staff of [Number] to serve [Number]-member congregation.
Grew church membership by [Number] in [Number] years.
Served as a liaison between the church board of directors and staff members.
Worked with church leaders, staff and ministry teams to achieve growth of church and to foster positive community impact.
Spearheaded community outreach programs.
Collaborated with staff and volunteers to administer pastoral care in times of celebration and grief.
Led community outreach by supporting and expanding mission initiatives.
Officiated weddings and led funeral services for church members.
Instructed and guided individuals converting to new faith.
Met with individuals in hospitals and prisons, offering comfort and support.
Planned special ceremonies, services and events in coordination with families and individuals.
Engaged in interfaith, community and recreational activities for religious programs.
Gathered church members to aid community emergency or crisis response.
Referred families and individuals to community support services, psychologists, or doctors for necessary care.
Improved operations and functions of church committees by clarifying objectives and empowering other committee members to take responsibility.
Prepared participants for roles in ceremonies, services or events.
Oversaw building management, supplies orders and facility repairs.
Assistant Pastor
UMC
Atlanta , GA
08.1993 - 02.1999
Attended conferences related to pastoral care and leadership development.
Assisted in developing strategies for promoting church membership growth.
Performed baptisms, weddings, funerals and other sacraments according to the denomination's guidelines.
Visited homebound members regularly to provide emotional support and spiritual encouragement.
Assisted with the development of new programs and initiatives to meet the needs of the community.
Developed relationships with community organizations to increase awareness of church activities and programs.
Prepared weekly newsletters highlighting upcoming events at the church.
Organized mission trips abroad which allowed participants to share their faith through service projects in underserved areas.
Collaborated with church staff on fundraising events and activities.
Led retreats that provided opportunities for fellowship among members of the congregation.
Provided spiritual guidance to individuals in need.
Facilitated small groups focused on topics such as prayer, scripture study, Christian living.
Coordinated special religious ceremonies such as confirmation or communion services.