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Solomon Tolentino

Tucson,Arizona

Summary

Seasoned Pastor offering twelve years of experience in pastoral care and spiritual leadership to growing church. Committed to creating thriving community and guiding individuals transformed by gospel. Successful background in organizational leadership, ministry program development and mission-oriented strategic planning.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Pastor

Central Luzon Conference Of SDA
11.2016 - 08.2018
  • Enhanced congregation growth by implementing innovative outreach programs and community engagement initiatives.
  • Led worship services with a focus on creating an inclusive environment that welcomed a diverse array of attendees.
  • Implemented new discipleship programs aimed at deepening believers'' understanding of their faith journey.
  • Supervised associate pastors and staff leading education, youth, pastoral care, and older adult ministry programs.
  • Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
  • Provided pastoral care to congregation members, offering guidance, support, and counseling when needed.
  • Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church and managed daily operations.
  • Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
  • Recruited trained, and mentored volunteer leaders to assist in various ministries, enhancing overall effectiveness.

Local Church Pastor

Tucson Fil-Am SDA Company
03.2012 - 09.2014
  • Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
  • Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
  • Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
  • Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
  • Facilitated small group discussions aimed at deepening participants'' understanding of core biblical principles and themes.

Part Time Pastor

Creator's Heartbeat SDA Group
01.2010 - 02.2012
  • Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
  • Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
  • Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
  • Worked with stewardship to promote responsible biblical stewardship.
  • Facilitated small group discussions aimed at deepening participants'' understanding of core biblical principles and themes.
  • Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.

Assistant Pastor

Central California Conference Of Seventh-day Adventists
01.2007 - 11.2009
  • Supported congregants during life transitions like marriage, baptism, or funerals through personalized pastoral services.
  • Assisted in managing church budget and finances, ensuring responsible stewardship of resources to support ongoing ministry efforts.
  • Facilitated small group discussions on faith-related topics, creating an open environment for sharing ideas and experiences.
  • Assisted senior pastor in developing and implementing new outreach programs for increased community involvement.
  • Developed engaging youth programs, fostering a strong sense of belonging and spiritual growth among young members.
  • Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
  • Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.

Director of Palawan Attached District ( Mission)

North Philippine Union Mission Of SDA
07.2003 - 12.2006

Administered operations of all churches in the islands

of Palawan composed of 200 churches'

  • Worked closely with organizational leadership and departmental directors to guide operational strategy.
  • Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
  • Managed daily operations while overseeing multiple locations to foster increased church memberships.
  • Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.
  • Evaluated mission status documentation to verify alignment with regulatory requirements.
  • Trained and guided district pastors to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Implemented strategic plans, increasing church officers awareness of their positions, and effectively targeting new ministries.

Senior Pastor

Central Luzon Conference Of SDA
05.1999 - 06.2003
  • Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
  • Led effective pastoral care for congregation members, providing spiritual guidance and support during times of crisis or need.
  • Oversaw administration and management of a big congregation. ( with 1700 membership)
  • Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
  • Facilitated spiritual growth opportunities through small group leadership development, empowering lay leaders to take on increased responsibilities within the congregation.
  • Managed budgets responsibly, allocating funds appropriately to support ongoing ministry initiatives and maintaining the long-term financial health of the church.
  • Developed and executed strategic plans to expand ministry offerings, ensuring alignment with the church''s mission and vision.
  • Collaborated with church leadership to plan master calendar of events.
  • Strengthened community outreach efforts by implementing targeted programs, resulting in increased local impact and visibility.
  • Mentored associate pastors in their professional development journey, sharing expertise in sermon preparation, counseling techniques, and administrative tasks.
  • Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
  • Supervised associate pastors and staff leading education, youth, pastoral care, and older adult ministry programs.
  • Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.

Education

Chaplaincy Education - Clinical Pastoral Education

Community Care Chaplains
Tucson, AZ
12.2012

Ph.D. - Theology

Manila Theological College And Graduate Studies
Manila, Philippines
03.2005

Master of Arts - Theology

Manila Theological College And Graduate Studies
Manila, Philippines
03.2000

Vocational Nursing

Howard Community College
Big Spring, TX
08.1990

Bachelor of Arts - History And Philosophy of Religion

Philippine Union College ( AUP)
Silang, Cavite, Philippines
03.1982

Skills

  • Pastoral counseling
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Shepherding
  • Grief counseling
  • Community Service
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Pastoral Care
  • Discipleship training
  • Disciple-making
  • Small Group Facilitation
  • Youth ministry
  • Leadership Development

Timeline

Lead Pastor

Central Luzon Conference Of SDA
11.2016 - 08.2018

Local Church Pastor

Tucson Fil-Am SDA Company
03.2012 - 09.2014

Part Time Pastor

Creator's Heartbeat SDA Group
01.2010 - 02.2012

Assistant Pastor

Central California Conference Of Seventh-day Adventists
01.2007 - 11.2009

Director of Palawan Attached District ( Mission)

North Philippine Union Mission Of SDA
07.2003 - 12.2006

Senior Pastor

Central Luzon Conference Of SDA
05.1999 - 06.2003

Chaplaincy Education - Clinical Pastoral Education

Community Care Chaplains

Ph.D. - Theology

Manila Theological College And Graduate Studies

Master of Arts - Theology

Manila Theological College And Graduate Studies

Vocational Nursing

Howard Community College

Bachelor of Arts - History And Philosophy of Religion

Philippine Union College ( AUP)
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