Dynamic leader with extensive experience in pastoral care, preaching and public speaking, honed at the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston.
Excelled in mentoring, managing projects, and providing spiritual guidance. Skilled in pastoral counseling and adept at multitasking, consistently delivering impactful teaching and fostering community engagement.
Mission-oriented, successful in developing robust youth ministry programs and serving as positive role model. Talent in program administration, operations management, spiritual retreats and pilgrimages.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills.
Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastor/Priest
Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston
12.1998 - 06.2024
Upheld church governance structure by effectively managing staff and volunteer teams while ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures.
Provided pastoral and spiritual care through counseling, guidance, prayer and support during difficult times.
Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing homes and prison services.
Worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission in the community. Also led pilgrimages to Europe and the Middle East.
Mentored youth, offering guidance and support in their personal and spiritual lives.
Managed renovation and expansion project, successfully remodeling existing multipurpose facility.
Tribunal Clerk
Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston
02.2011 - 07.2013
Established Jurisdiction.
Determined the Facts of the Case.
Defended the Marriage Bond.
Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple priorities and tasks, ensuring timely completion of each assignment.
Education
Master of Divinity - Theology
University of St. Thomas, Houston, TX
Vocational Philosophy - Philosophy
University of Dallas, Irving, TX
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Abilene Christian University, Abilene, TX
Skills
Teaching
Preaching/Public speaking
Pastoral care/counseling
Inspirational writing and poetry
Accomplishments
Effective pastor and mentor to youth and adults in crisis; and marriage and family programs.
Cut organizational expenses by strengthening operational controls and providing additional opportunities for volunteers.
Designed and implemented Mission and Vision Plans to drive growth of community services.
Established solid presence in community, successfully growing church membership over assigned time.
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Interests
Working to help the poor or underprivileged
Mentoring and counseling
Social/community services
Software
Microsoft Word
Timeline
Tribunal Clerk - Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston
02.2011 - 07.2013
Pastor/Priest - Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston
12.1998 - 06.2024
University of St. Thomas - Master of Divinity, Theology
University of Dallas - Vocational Philosophy , Philosophy
Abilene Christian University - Bachelor of Arts, Biology
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