Robert Land
Summary
Bilingual pastor / attorney with more than 25 years of experience in all elements of organizational leadership and success in creating inspirational environment. Successful in overseeing community services, men's and women's ministries, student ministry, children's ministry and worship ministry. Highly welcoming and accomplished in developing and shepherding new and existing church members.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastor (United Methodist / Global Methodist)
United Methodist Church / Global Methodist Church
1998.06 - 2025.06
- Upheld church governance structure by effectively managing staff and volunteer teams while ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Established systems for tracking congregational engagement levels, identifying areas for improvement in member retention rates and overall satisfaction levels.
- Provided pastoral care to individuals in need, offering counseling, guidance, and support during difficult times.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Volunteered at church-sponsored outreach events.
- Advised couples preparing for marriage via pre-marital counseling services tailored specifically towards their unique relational dynamics.
- Authored sermons, speeches and other religious materials.
- Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Fostered a welcoming environment for newcomers by creating an inclusive culture within the church community.
- Organized successful fundraising events designed to support church missions locally as well as internationally.
- Supported community development through organizing and leading outreach programs.
Education
M. Div. - Theology And Ministry
Christian Theological Seminary
Indianapolis, IN06.1999
No Degree - Military Law And Procedure
Judge Advocate General's Basic Course
University Of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia12.1985
J.D. - Law
Valparaiso University School of Law
Valparaiso, Indiana05.1983
Bachelor of Arts - Double Major: History And German
Indiana University
Bloomington, Indiana08.1980
Skills
- Professionalism
- Biblical Knowledge
- Team Collaboration
- Community Service
- Interpersonal Communication
- Effective Communication
- Analytical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Public Speaking
- Excellent Communication
Languages
German
Full Professional
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Pastor (United Methodist / Global Methodist)
United Methodist Church / Global Methodist Church
1998.06 - 2025.06
M. Div. - Theology And Ministry
Christian Theological Seminary
No Degree - Military Law And Procedure
Judge Advocate General's Basic Course
J.D. - Law
Valparaiso University School of Law
Bachelor of Arts - Double Major: History And German
Indiana University
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