Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Languages
Interests
Certification
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Rafael Tirado, Ph.D.

Lafayette,IN

Summary

Mission-driven leadership development with more than 30 years' experience in all elements of organizational leadership, church development, and success in creating inspirational environments. Adept at applying strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills toward connecting with people and getting the job done in an accurate and efficient manner. Special expertise in leadership and Latino culture.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Outreach Minister

Elmwood Church of Christ
11.2019 - Current
  • Fostered a welcoming atmosphere within the church, leading to increased attendance and active participation in worship services.
  • Organized and coordinated all the outreach efforts of the congregation.
  • Strengthened community outreach programs by collaborating with local organizations to provide support for underserved populations.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive pastoral care plans, ensuring the spiritual growth and well-being of congregation members.
  • Organized and led community outreach programs to improve local engagement and support.
  • Promoted spiritual growth with well-curated retreats and workshops.
  • Fostered supportive and inclusive church environment, welcoming members from diverse backgrounds.

Full Time Missionary

H.O.P.E., Inc.
08.2000 - Current
  • Hispanic Churches Planting, preach and teach at the churches, and train leaders.

Assistant At Colegio Bookstore

Colegio Biblico
06.1997 - 05.2000
  • Work-Study Program at Colegio Biblico

Education

Ph.D. - Leadership Studies

Johnson University
Knoxville, TN
2019

Master of Arts - Master of Arts: Leadership Studies

Cincinnati Christian University
Cincinnati, OH
2013

Skills

  • Fluent in English and Spanish
  • Self-starter
  • Team leadership
  • Strategic leadership
  • Research and analysis
  • Crisis management
  • Fundraising
  • Volunteer management
  • Leadership development
  • Teaching
  • Public speaking
  • Sermon preparation
  • Spiritual leadership
  • Mission-oriented
  • Spiritual guidance
  • Community service
  • Preaching
  • Crisis intervention
  • Officiating
  • Congregational care
  • Individual counseling
  • Mercy ministry
  • Spiritual instruction
  • Pastoral counseling
  • Organizational skills
  • Biblical Knowledge
  • Relationship building
  • Task prioritization
  • Self motivation
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Goal setting
  • Professionalism
  • Event planning
  • Community outreach
  • Encourage spirituality
  • Inspirational leadership
  • Lead prayers
  • Preparing weekly sermons
  • Religious leadership
  • Leadership building

Affiliations

  • International Leadership Association (ILA)

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Interests

  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • Avid Reader
  • Reading
  • Mindfulness Practices
  • Personal Development and Self-Improvement

Certification


  • Leadership Coaching - Professional Christian Coaching Institute - Currently

Timeline

Outreach Minister

Elmwood Church of Christ
11.2019 - Current

Full Time Missionary

H.O.P.E., Inc.
08.2000 - Current

Assistant At Colegio Bookstore

Colegio Biblico
06.1997 - 05.2000

Master of Arts - Master of Arts: Leadership Studies

Cincinnati Christian University

Ph.D. - Leadership Studies

Johnson University