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Rodney Evans

Milwaukee,WI

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Project Return Peer Support, excelling in teamwork and problem-solving. A skilled motivational speaker, adept at inspiring change and fostering community engagement. Committed to mental health support, I leverage strong communication and attention to detail to enhance organizational effectiveness and drive positive outcomes.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure Pastoral position. Ready to help team achieve Church goals.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Circle Keeper

Project Return Peer Support
01.2008 - Current
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Motivational Speaker

Variety
01.2008 - Current
  • Inspired positive change in attendees by sharing actionable advice, tools, and strategies for personal growth.
  • Connected with diverse audiences through relatable anecdotes and culturally sensitive content during keynote addresses.
  • Expanded professional network through active participation in industry conferences, seminars, and networking events.

Team Member

Marriage Encounter/Marriage Restore
04.2007 - Current
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
  • Maintained productive, efficient approach to all tasks.
  • Works with my Wife Charlotte and other Team members duties as assigned. Making sure meals are ready and set up, whether picking them up or making sure they are delivered on a timely manner.
  • Make sure all couples are at all of the sessions.
  • Fostered positive work environment, leading by example and offering support to team members as needed.

Deacon

New Life Assembly of God
02.2008 - 02.2025
  • Spearheaded fundraising campaigns that generated needed funds for building improvements or mission trips supporting global causes.
  • Planned and executed special events such as retreats, workshops, and guest speaker series, enhancing the overall worship experience for congregants.
  • Championed community service initiatives encouraging congregation members to actively participate in local volunteer efforts benefiting those in need.
  • Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
  • Deacon-term for 3 years, Since 2008-on and off 2020, and Now Deacon from 2023-Present

Board President

Project Return Milwaukee
01.2012 - 01.2019
  • Maintained accountability for overall organizational performance by proactively addressing concerns or challenges as they arose.
  • Managed risk by establishing a comprehensive risk management framework for the organization.
  • Facilitated effective decision-making through transparent communication and consensus-building among board members.
  • Guided the development of long-term vision and mission statements to align with organizational values and objectives.

Education

Associates - Human Services

MATC
Milwaukee
05-2028

Licensed Ordained Minister - Pastoral Ministry

DSOM
New Berlin, WI
01-2026

Skills

  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Resources Support
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Emotional/Spiritual/Mental /Psychological Support
  • Mental Health Support

Additional Information

As a Ambassador, A Kingdom Citizen, my assignment is to serve my Family, my Church and my Community.

I consider it an honor and a privilege to partner with Christ and others of the body and steward the souls put in our care. I was born for such a time as this.

I have a passion to see the marginalized and the justice system impacted given the same rights and access as anyone else. The Gospel preached to the poor.

I visited New Life Assembly of God for the first time in 1989 because of my relationship with Charlotte Kirchoff. We married in 1992. We were Blessed to have had 10 children of which 9 are still living and 30 Grandchildren.

I started attending New Life and was saved in 2004.

In 2005-6 I was a volunteer with Project Return with Campaigns such as Fatherhood Initiative and African American Infant Mortality. Parenting and relationship of life skills.

Participated in AODA Drug Counseling( delivered from drugs and Alcohol. Celebrated 15 years)

Maintained both properties at New Life Janitorial and Landscaping assignments taking over from Charlotte's brother Dan 2006 till present.

Timeline

Board President

Project Return Milwaukee
01.2012 - 01.2019

Deacon

New Life Assembly of God
02.2008 - 02.2025

Circle Keeper

Project Return Peer Support
01.2008 - Current

Motivational Speaker

Variety
01.2008 - Current

Team Member

Marriage Encounter/Marriage Restore
04.2007 - Current

Associates - Human Services

MATC

Licensed Ordained Minister - Pastoral Ministry

DSOM
Rodney Evans