Rev. Douglas Ploof
Upper Sandusky,OH
Summary
Pastor with over 12 years of experience in building strong faith communities. Proven leadership in church growth, community outreach, and pastoral care. Skilled in visitation, counseling and volunteer management.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastor
Seyfert Wesleyan Church
Birdsboro, PA 19508
06.2020 - 05.2025
- Led congregation growth by over 50%
- Prepared and delivered weekly sermons
- Holiday and special services
- Developed community outreach programs
- Led groups of all ages
- Officiated weddings and funerals
- Organized volunteers to perform needed duties in the church
- Led business of the church
Pastor
East Pitcairn Wesleyan Church
Harrisville, NY
07.2016 - 06.2020
- Pastor in a rural community
- Served as a support to families
- Served in community groups and committees
- Led small groups
- Preached persuasive messages of hope
- Provided assistance to the elderly and needy.
Transition Specialist
Southern Adirondack Independent Living Center
Queensbury, NY
04.2015 - 06.2016
- Assisted individuals with disabilities and the elderly throughout a nine-county region.
- Provided information on available services and supports to move from nursing homes or developmental centers to community homes.
- Developed a team of people who had transitioned successfully into community living to serve as peer mentors for people beginning the process.
- Was certified as a housing specialist to help people find community living.
- Participated in many regional meetings and consortiums.
Campus Pastor
Turning Point Wesleyan Church
Fort Edward, NY
06.2014 - 06.2016
- Led Sunday evening worship services at a satelite location.
- Took the lead in community engagement and implemented outreach programs to enhance church visibility and involvement.
- Mentored volunteer leaders, enhancing their skills and confidence in ministry roles.
- Promoted fellowship and discipleship among congregants.
Direct Support Professional
Warren, Washington and Albany ARC
Queensbury, NY
12.2005 - 04.2015
- Facilitated daily living activities for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized support plans.
- Monitored and documented client progress toward personal goals and objectives.
- Provided training and guidance to new staff on best practices in direct support.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Ministry Leadership
Oklahoma Wesleyan University
Bartlesville, OK06-2020
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Manchester Community College
Manchester, CT05-1997
Skills
- Biblical preaching
- Teaching
- Pastoral counseling
- Pastoral care
- Spiritual leadership
- Public speaking
- Sermon preparation
- Prayer leadership
- Disciple-making
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Administration skills
- Church growth strategies
- Outreach oriented
Accomplishments
- I was ordained by the Wesleyan Church in June 2016
- I received an award for community inclusion of people with Developmental disabilities in 2014 by County DD agency
- I've had three books published, two were illustrated children's books dealing with family life issues and the other was an outreach/ basic discipleship book with the message of hope in Jesus.
Timeline
Pastor
Seyfert Wesleyan Church
06.2020 - 05.2025
Pastor
East Pitcairn Wesleyan Church
07.2016 - 06.2020
Transition Specialist
Southern Adirondack Independent Living Center
04.2015 - 06.2016
Campus Pastor
Turning Point Wesleyan Church
06.2014 - 06.2016
Direct Support Professional
Warren, Washington and Albany ARC
12.2005 - 04.2015
Bachelor of Science - Ministry Leadership
Oklahoma Wesleyan University
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Manchester Community College