Sarfraz Alam
Las Vegas,NM
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with a diverse background in music, theology, and cultural adaptation. Early passion for aviation and a successful tenure as a lead singer in a musical band transitioned into a profound calling for the priesthood, culminating in advanced studies in Philosophy and Theology. An ardent admirer of St. Augustine, this journey included acceptance into the Augustinian order and completion of an MA in Biblical Studies. Currently residing in Los Angeles, California, with American citizenship achieved in August 2023, poised to leverage unique experiences and insights to contribute meaningfully in a new capacity.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrator/Pastor
Our Mother Of Good Counsel Catholic Church
07.2023 - 06.2025
- Collected, validated, and distributed information to employees.
- Screened and transferred incoming calls, took down messages, and transmitted information and documents to internal personnel.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Scheduled conference rooms, prepared agendas, and maintained calendars to prepare for meetings and events.
- Reconciled account files and produced monthly reports.
Chaplain
John Paul The Great Catholic University
04.2020 - 06.2023
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms.
- Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to residents, family members and staff.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Applied knowledge regarding crisis interventions to assist in emergency situations.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
Volunteer Services
Catholic Charities Services For Refugees
01.2018 - 07.2018
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked with the case managers to file the official documents.
- Giving new immigrants full tutorial for using the public transport in the United States.
Chaplain Intern
Sharp Memorial Hospital
01.2017 - 06.2017
- Kept supervisor informed of daily activities and issues.
- Assessed spiritual needs and concerns of patients through direct communication or information obtained by other personnel.
- Provided consultation Spiritual and Emotional support for team members and community.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Offered spiritual support to patients and families, keeping with expressed wishes and desires.
Education
Master of Arts - Biblical Studies
Catholic Theological Union
Chicago, IL05-2020
Master of Arts - Theology
National Catholic Institute of Theology
Karachi, Pakistan 06-2014
Bachelor of Science - Philosophy
Pontifical Urban University
Lahore, Pakistan 12-2010
Skills
- Project Management
- Staff Management
- Administrative support
- Scheduling
- Office management
- Strategic planning
- Office administration
- Mail handling
- P>Bookkeeping
Languages
Hindi
Full Professional
Urdu
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Languages
English
Urdu
Punjabi
Languages
English
Urdu
Punjabi
Hiking
I love to be outdoor and close to the nature. Hiking give me time to reflect and ponder on God, myself, and my purpose in life.
Personal Information
Title: Pastor/Chaplain
Interests
Socializing,
Public Speaking
Leading groups
Timeline
Administrator/Pastor
Our Mother Of Good Counsel Catholic Church
07.2023 - 06.2025
Chaplain
John Paul The Great Catholic University
04.2020 - 06.2023
Volunteer Services
Catholic Charities Services For Refugees
01.2018 - 07.2018
Chaplain Intern
Sharp Memorial Hospital
01.2017 - 06.2017
Master of Arts - Biblical Studies
Catholic Theological Union
Master of Arts - Theology
National Catholic Institute of Theology
Bachelor of Science - Philosophy
Pontifical Urban University
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