Steve Williams
Harrisburg,PA
Summary
Twelve Dedicated years as secretary, with excellent experience in the industry. Maintains professional appearance and demeanor and expertly completes assigned tasks with focus on quality. Dependable and quick-learning team player with effective communication and organization skills. Professional Secretary with over 10 years of experience managing daily administrative support tasks and operations in a religious industry. Well-organized, quick learner committed to delivering high-quality results. Adaptable and versatile worker providing excellent customer service within dynamic environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastor
Covenant Design Ministries, C.O.G.I.C.
10.2018 - Current
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Mentored youth group members, offering guidance and support in their personal and spiritual lives.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Strengthened relationships between families by initiating regular events and workshops catered to their needs.
- Volunteered at church-sponsored outreach events.
- Served as mentor to children in church community, offering guidance and support.
- Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategic plans for ministry growth and expansion.
- Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church and managed daily operations.
- Enhanced congregation''s spiritual growth by delivering thought-provoking and engaging sermons.
- Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Designed innovative worship experiences that integrated contemporary elements alongside traditional practices.
- Distributed food and supplies to communities through mutual aid.
- Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
- Organized successful fundraising events designed to support church missions locally as well as internationally.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Increased attendance and participation in church events, meticulously planning and promoting variety of outreach and fellowship activities.
- Worked with stewardship to promote responsible biblical stewardship.
- Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations and other churches.
- Supported families during times of crisis with compassionate pastoral care and practical assistance, reinforcing church's role as pillar of support.
- Empowered church volunteers through training sessions and ongoing support, enhancing their ability to serve the congregation effectively.
- Boosted digital presence and accessibility of church teachings by launching redesigned website and engaging social media platforms.
- Encouraged ecumenical and community involvement by participating in city council meetings and public forums as representative of faith community.
- Provided pastoral care to individuals in need, offering counseling, guidance, and support during difficult times.
- Facilitated small group discussions aimed at deepening participants'' understanding of core biblical principles and themes.
- Enhanced congregational knowledge with series of workshops on theological education and practical life skills rooted in Christian values.
Secretary to the Advisory Board, Adjutant General
Church Of God In Christ International
01.2020 - 11.2024
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
- Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication between board members.
Volunteer Prison Chaplain
Dauphin County Prison
09.2003 - 03.2023
- Provided grief counseling services to both inmates and staff after losses, fostering emotional healing and resilience.
- Collaborated with other chaplains to create interfaith events, promoting understanding among different religious groups within the prison.
- Established strong relationships with local clergy members, enabling collaboration on various projects for inmate spiritual growth.
- Developed and implemented diverse religious programs for the inmate population, fostering a supportive environment.
- Assisted inmates in discovering a sense of meaning and purpose within their incarceration experience, promoting personal growth and selfreflection.
- Met with individuals, discussed issues compassionately and determined appropriate type of involvement to meet spiritual needs.
- Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to residents, family members and staff.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Served as an advocate for inmates'' religious rights, working closely with prison administration to address concerns or violations.
- Provided compassionate care to terminally ill inmates, ensuring comfort and dignity during their final days.
- Developed comprehensive reentry plans for soon-to-be-released inmates incorporating spiritual support systems within the community.
- Coordinated with community organizations to provide resources and support for inmates'' religious needs.
- Enhanced inmates'' spiritual well-being by providing pastoral care and counseling services.
- Assisted inmates in developing coping strategies for stress management, improving their mental health and wellbeing.
- Participated in staff training sessions to increase awareness of cultural diversity and importance of spirituality within the prison context.
National Adjutancy, Holy Communion Secretary
Church Of God In Christ International
08.2009 - 01.2020
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
- Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication with adjutancy and members
- Maintained electronic filing systems and categorized documents.
- Enhanced meeting efficiency by preparing agendas and minutes, ensuring all participants were well-informed.
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity
Volunteer Nursing Home Chaplain
Spring Creek Nursing and Rehab
01.2006 - 01.2014
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Architectural, Urban Technology
Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD05.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Architectural Technology
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA05.2013
Timeline
Secretary to the Advisory Board, Adjutant General
Church Of God In Christ International
01.2020 - 11.2024
Pastor
Covenant Design Ministries, C.O.G.I.C.
10.2018 - Current
National Adjutancy, Holy Communion Secretary
Church Of God In Christ International
08.2009 - 01.2020
Volunteer Nursing Home Chaplain
Spring Creek Nursing and Rehab
01.2006 - 01.2014
Volunteer Prison Chaplain
Dauphin County Prison
09.2003 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Science - Architectural, Urban Technology
Morgan State University
Associate of Applied Science - Architectural Technology
Harrisburg Area Community College
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