Rev. Gregory DeMuth
New Prague,MN
Summary
Experienced Sr Pastor adept in communicating spiritual beliefs in a practical and authentic manner. Gifted in pastoral counseling, ministry to seniors, and end of life care. Highly experienced in family systems, grief and loss, trauma informed care, and all aspects of spiritual care. This pastor engages others with a unique blend of empathy, authenticity, and kindness.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr Pastor
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, School, and Childcare
06.2020 - Current
- Provided spiritual and administrative support and supervision to church and K-8 school and managed daily operations.
- Coordinated visitation, institutional care, and grief counseling, including regular collaboration with hospice.
- Planning, scheduling, and delivering creative and engaging worship experiences and education programs.
- Pastoral counseling with couples, families, and homebound members.
- Volunteered at church-sponsored outreach events.
- Created and delivered family life education workshops.
Sr Pastor
Immanuel Lutheran Church
02.2018 - 06.2020
- Supervised senior staff while overseeing administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Established and managed church budget of 3.5 million dollars per year.
- Pastoral counseling with diverse age groups.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
Pastor
First Lutheran Church
12.2010 - 02.2018
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church and managed daily operations.
- Provided pastoral counseling and spiritual care for all ages, including end of life care in collaboration with hospice..
- Led renovation and expansion project, successfully renovating existing sanctuary, restroom facilities and classrooms.
- Distributed food to local CAP agency.
- Served as mentor to children in church community, offering guidance and support.
- Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations.
Education
Narrative Focused Trauma Care Level 1 And 2
The Seattle School of Theology And Psychology
Seattle, WA04.2024
3 Year Certificate in Pastoral Studies
Concordia Theological Seminary
Fort Wayne, IN2007
Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy
Antioch New England
Keene, NH05.1995
Skills
- Pastoral counseling with diverse age groups and spiritual backgrounds
- End of life care for the hospice patient and family, including grief counseling, and aftercare
- Articulate speaker and workshop presenter
- Working collaboratively with hospice and other care providers for the welfare of the patient
- Trauma Informed Educator and Coach
- Small Group Facilitator
Timeline
Sr Pastor
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, School, and Childcare
06.2020 - Current
Sr Pastor
Immanuel Lutheran Church
02.2018 - 06.2020
Pastor
First Lutheran Church
12.2010 - 02.2018
Narrative Focused Trauma Care Level 1 And 2
The Seattle School of Theology And Psychology
3 Year Certificate in Pastoral Studies
Concordia Theological Seminary
Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy
Antioch New England
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