Sadie Heston
Cutchogue
Summary
Enthusiastic Worship Leader with proven musical talents and technical knowledge to successfully run services and special worship events. Demonstrated skills in engaging audience members, motivating worship participants, and handling all scheduling and coordination requirements.
Passionate in Youth Ministry with background in guiding youth towards spiritual growth and moral understanding. Garnered experience in creating engaging programs, offering emotional support, and fostering personal relationships. Demonstrated skills include effective communication, leadership, relatability, and team collaboration.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Campus Ministries Student Worship Leader
Messiah University
Mechanicsburg
08.2023 - Current
- Maintained an inventory of sheet music used by worship teams and faculty along with any additional materials required by performers.
- Recruited and managed volunteer musicians for performances in chapel and special services.
- Developed and implemented music ministry policies and procedures (i.e. dress code, timeliness, preparation, etc.)
- Arranged existing compositions for ensembles or soloists to perform during worship services or special events.
- Coordinated with pastors to develop themes or topics for worship services that could be expressed through music.
- Organized rehearsals for chapel and ministry events to ensure quality performance standards were met.
- Created innovative worship services with a variety of musical styles including hymns, contemporary songs, spirituals, gospel and world music.
- Selected appropriate repertoire selections for contemporary worship teams according to the theme of each service or event.
- Took part in educational activities such as master classes featuring guest artists who specialize in different genres of music.
- Provided guidance on vocal techniques to choir members during rehearsals and performances.
- Arranged and provided travel accommodations for outside performers participating in on-site campus events.
- Purchased new instruments or accessories when needed while staying within budget requirements.
- Coordinated special events such as concerts, recitals, festivals, choirs and workshops.
- Collaborated with audio engineers to ensure sound equipment was properly set up at each venue prior to a performance.
- Engaged in interfaith, community and recreational activities for religious programs.
- Worked with campus pastor in the development of an annual program schedule outlining all upcoming worship services or events involving the use of music.
- Conducted auditions for prospective student worship team members based on their singing ability, stage presence and overall professionalism.
- Ensured compliance with copyright laws when selecting pieces from published collections of musical scores.
- Worked with campus pastor to develop and improve curriculum offerings for students.
Youth Ministry Intern
Grantham Brethren In Christ Church
Mechanicsburg
01.2025 - Current
- Assisted in planning and organizing weekly youth group meetings, retreats, and activities.
- Initiated conversations with parents about their children's spiritual development.
- Developed relationships with students by attending school events and meeting with student leaders.
- Facilitated small groups for spiritual growth and discussion of relevant topics.
- Coordinated service projects that focused on helping the local community.
- Attended conferences to stay abreast of current trends in ministry.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through modeling Christian values.
- Developed initiatives to engage young people from diverse backgrounds in church activities.
- Maintained records of attendance and progress of program participants.
- Conducted research on best practices in youth ministry.
- Participated in team building exercises with kids to foster collaboration between youth group members.
- Collaborated with other staff members to create meaningful programming for youth.
- Assisted with Sunday school and youth group classes on a variety of topics related to faith formation including prayer practices and scripture study techniques.
- Provided support to the Youth Ministry Coordinator through administrative tasks such as creating documents, updating contact lists, and preparing materials for upcoming events.
- Guided staff and volunteers in administering education, youth, social action, fellowship and pastoral care ministry programs.
- Carried out church mission by planning and leading worship services and working with church leaders.
Substitute Worship Leader
MPC | CPC | OLGC
Mattituck
01.2016 - Current
- Substitute organist at CPC and MPC.
- Worship violinist at OLGC, CPC, and MPC.
- Substitute pianist at OLGC, CPC, MPC.
- Worship vocalist at OLGC, CPC, MPC.
- Substitute worship leader at MPC.
Boiling Springs High School Young Life Leader
South-Central Pennsylvania Young Life
Boiling Springs
03.2022 - 08.2024
- Provided spiritual guidance and support to high school students.
- Instructed and guided individuals converting to new faith.
- Reached out to unchurched, new residents or inactive church members within the school system.
- Conducted weekly Bible studies with teens on topics related to faith formation.
- Attended conferences to stay abreast of current trends in ministry.
- Developed initiatives to engage young people from diverse backgrounds in church activities.
- Visited, counseled, and prayed with students to provide spiritual support.
- Encouraged participation in volunteer opportunities within the local community.
- Initiated discussions around sensitive topics such as mental health awareness or substance abuse prevention.
- Attended conferences related to youth development issues or best practices for mentoring adolescents.
- Developed relationships with local schools, churches, and community organizations to promote Young Life programs.
- Created lesson plans that incorporated music, drama, art, games, personal stories, and other interactive activities designed to engage student interest levels.
- Coordinated college visits for senior members of the group to help them explore higher education options.
- Communicated with parents to keep families informed about their teen's development with the organization.
- Participated in outreach initiatives to recruit new members into Young Life programs.
- Facilitated team-building activities for teens to help build community.
- Served as a mentor for at-risk youth by providing emotional support and counseling.
- Organized weekly meetings with teens, engaging in meaningful conversations and activities.
- Assisted in the planning of fundraising events to cover program costs.
- Supported young adults through transitions such as graduation from high school or college acceptance processes.
- Created content for social media campaigns to promote upcoming events.
- Lead at summer camps for youth participants which included outdoor adventure trips, leadership development workshops, and service projects.
- Used upbeat, positive, and encouraging approach with youth.
- Fostered relationships with students, and provided counseling on personal and spiritual issues.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Worked closely with disabled individuals to foster inclusion within the YoungLife community.
Coordinator of Vacation Bible School
Mattituck Presbyterian Church
Mattituck
07.2024 - 07.2024
- Maintained communication with parents regarding their child's progress during Vacation Bible School.
- Coordinated group leaders to maintain records of attendance throughout the duration of Vacation Bible School events.
- Coordinated engaging, age-appropriate activities to help teach Biblical lessons.
- Provided support services such as registration assistance, snack preparation and clean up duties.
- Assisted in the planning of closing ceremonies at the conclusion of the week.
- Distributed lesson plans and promotional materials in order to recruit volunteers and promote upcoming VBS sessions.
- Ensured that all activities were conducted in accordance with church policies and regulations.
- Scheduled and coordinated volunteers, staff, materials and supplies for the week-long event.
- Collaborated with other church staff members to ensure successful completion of tasks associated with Vacation Bible School events.
- Managed budgeting needs related to Vacation Bible School programs including expenses for materials, snacks.
- Cultivated young minds and facilitated closer relationships with God through music.
- Encouraged the implementation of clear learning objectives for each lesson, unit and project.
- Created an atmosphere allowing children to grow spiritually.
- Coordinated volunteers to lead children in activities and structured game times, prayer, storytelling and creative Bible teaching.
- Greeted parents and children each day of vacation Bible school upon arrival and at pick up.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music And Worship
Messiah University
Mechanicsburg, PA05-2025
Minor - Youth Ministry
Messiah University
Mechanicsburg, PA05-2025
Skills
- Musical proficiency and leadership
- Worship planning and leading
- Excellent communication skills
- Youth ministry and mentoring
- Volunteer management and team building
- Christian education
- Administrative planning
- Spiritual formation
- Media and technology competent
Certification
- Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) Certificate
Instrument Proficiencies
- Piano
- Keyboard
- Violin
- Organ (getting better all the time!)
- Acoustic Guitar (on a more limited level)
- Voice
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Affiliations
- Fishing
- Pickleball
- Football and hockey fan
- Hiking
- Shopping
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Youth Ministry Intern
Grantham Brethren In Christ Church
01.2025 - Current
Coordinator of Vacation Bible School
Mattituck Presbyterian Church
07.2024 - 07.2024
Campus Ministries Student Worship Leader
Messiah University
08.2023 - Current
Boiling Springs High School Young Life Leader
South-Central Pennsylvania Young Life
03.2022 - 08.2024
Substitute Worship Leader
MPC | CPC | OLGC
01.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Music And Worship
Messiah University
Minor - Youth Ministry
Messiah University
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