Leri France
Summary
Mission-oriented Minister successful in developing robust youth ministry programs and serving as positive role model. Highly accomplished in helping youths strengthen personal relationships with God and while providing growth opportunities. Talent in program administration, operations management and spiritual leadership.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Minister
Unity Charlotte International
09.2020 - Current
- Enhanced congregation engagement by delivering thought-provoking sermons and incorporating multimedia presentations.
- Strengthened community outreach programs by collaborating with local organizations to provide support for underserved populations.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive pastoral care plans, ensuring the spiritual growth and well-being of congregation members.
- Fostered a welcoming atmosphere within the church, leading to increased attendance and active participation in worship services.
- Oversaw facility maintenance efforts, ensuring a clean and inviting space for worshipers to gather each week.
- Assisted with weddings, funerals, baptisms, confirmations, dedications ceremonies with sensitivity to individual beliefs.
Christian Education Director
Jonahville AME Zion Church
01.2007 - 09.2020
- Improved organizational efficiency by streamlining volunteer onboarding processes/Training.
- Director of Children's Church (ages 5-12)
- Summer Camp and Afterschool programs
- Vacation Bible School/Girl Scouts Leader *Troop 515 Promoted environmental awareness with educational workshops and hands-on activities.
- Boosted fundraising efforts, securing valuable donations through targeted campaigns.
- Spearheaded special projects, driving innovation within the organization''s programs and initiatives.
- Collaborated with other nonprofit organizations to develop joint initiatives that benefited the broader community at large.
- Completed daily domestic tasks in shelters and group homes to assist people in need.
- Drama Ministry and Children choir liasion
Communications Coordinator
Jonahville AME Zion Church
03.2010 - 01.2019
- Enhanced brand visibility by developing and implementing strategic communication campaigns.
- Boosted audience engagement through creative content creation for social media platforms.
- Streamlined internal communications by establishing protocols and templates for consistent messaging.
- Raised company awareness with well-executed public relations initiatives, securing positive press coverage.
Worksite Volunteer
Habitat For Humanity
03.2008 - 03.2018
- Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining communication between construction teams and clients.
- Reduced construction time for individual projects by coordinating materials delivery and equipment usage efficiently.
- Assisted in developing comprehensive safety protocols, resulting in a decrease in on-site accidents.
- Collaborated with architects to ensure accuracy of blueprints, minimizing costly revisions during the building phase.
- Participated in the homebuilding process for 15 homes. Interior and exterior supports. Crawl space, Sheetrock, bathtubs and sinks, Roof/shingles, cement and cabinetry.
Troop Leader
Girl Scouts Of America
01.2008 - 01.2013
- Enhanced troop morale by implementing team-building activities and fostering a positive environment.
- Improved troop readiness by conducting regular training sessions and evaluations.
- Streamlined communication within the unit through the implementation of new strategies and tools.
- Promoted physical fitness among troops, organizing regular exercise routines and monitoring individual progress.
- Thin Mint Award / Cookie top seller - 4years
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning by attending relevant courses, seminars, or workshops to stay current with industry best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Widener University
Chester, PABachelor of Science - Legal Studies
Widener University School of Law
Chester, PASkills
- Strategic Leadership
- Legislative Knowledge
- Public Speaking
- Team Building
- Problem Solving
- Staff Supervision
- Conflict Resolution
- Event Planning
- Community Outreach
Certification
- Inclusion and Diversity Training - 2021
- Ordination Ministerial License - September 2022
- Foster Care License (Cabarrus County) - 2018
Timeline
Minister
Unity Charlotte International
09.2020 - Current
Communications Coordinator
Jonahville AME Zion Church
03.2010 - 01.2019
Worksite Volunteer
Habitat For Humanity
03.2008 - 03.2018
Troop Leader
Girl Scouts Of America
01.2008 - 01.2013
Christian Education Director
Jonahville AME Zion Church
01.2007 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Widener University
Bachelor of Science - Legal Studies
Widener University School of Law
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