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Teri  Furr

Teri Furr

Concord

Summary

Dynamic leader with extensive experience leading teams, coordinating events, excelling in vision casting and community service. Proven track record in developing programs and mentoring staff, enhancing growth and engagement. Skilled in speaking and pastoral care, fostering spiritual and personal development.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Pastor

The Refuge Church
04.2004 - 10.2025
  • Led multiple staff members and ministry teams
  • Supported church operations through administrative tasks and event coordination.
  • Assisted in developing community outreach programs to enhance engagement.
  • Collaborated with ministry leaders to align on spiritual initiatives and goals.
  • Coordinated volunteer efforts for various church activities and services.
  • Preached and taught on a regular basis

Conference Speaker and President

Serenade Ministries
01.2001 - 06.2006
  • Delivered impactful presentations at national and international conferences to diverse audiences.
  • Developed engaging workshop materials that enhanced participant learning and interaction.
  • Collaborated with event organizers to design relevant agendas aligned with audience needs.
  • Mentored emerging speakers, providing guidance on presentation techniques and content development.

Womens Pastor

First Assembly of God
07.1996 - 01.2001
  • Delivered sermons, fostering spiritual growth and community engagement.
  • Led church services and events, ensuring a welcoming environment for congregants and visitors.
  • Created community events and gatherings
  • Provided pastoral care, offering counseling and support to individuals and families in crisis.

Elementary School Teacher

Haines City Elementary School
08.1993 - 05.1996
  • Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding and foster a love for learning.
  • Implemented effective classroom management strategies to create a positive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that promote critical thinking skills.
  • Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on curriculum development and classroom best practices.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Southeastern University
Lakeland, FL
04-1993

Skills

  • Organizational leadership and development
  • Event planning and coordinating
  • Vision casting
  • Dynamic and inspirational speaking
  • Communications
  • Community service
  • Growth strategies
  • Counseling
  • Marketing and communications
  • Board relations
  • Discipleship training
  • Congregational care

Timeline

Executive Pastor

The Refuge Church
04.2004 - 10.2025

Conference Speaker and President

Serenade Ministries
01.2001 - 06.2006

Womens Pastor

First Assembly of God
07.1996 - 01.2001

Elementary School Teacher

Haines City Elementary School
08.1993 - 05.1996

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Southeastern University
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