Theresa Stewart
Ridgeley
Summary
To use the skills and education I have received by investing in the lives of others and serving my church and community through my career path and daily vocation.
Passionate worship leader, with solid background in leading worship teams. Successfully coordinated and directed worship sessions, fostering cohesive and inspiring environment. Demonstrated leadership and musical proficiency, enhancing worship experience for congregations.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Worship Team Leader
NorthStar Church
03.2011 - 12.2020
- Led worship services, ensuring alignment with church mission and community engagement.
- Coordinated music selection and team rehearsals to enhance service quality and member participation.
- Developed and implemented training programs for volunteer musicians and vocalists, fostering skill growth.
- Collaborated with pastoral staff to create cohesive worship experiences that resonate with congregants.
- Oversaw sound and stage setup, optimizing technical elements for various worship formats and events.
- Evaluated worship team performance, providing constructive feedback to improve overall effectiveness.
- Managed scheduling and communication among team members to ensure seamless operation of services.
- Cultivated relationships with local musicians to diversify worship offerings and enrich congregational experience.
- Navigated challenging interpersonal dynamics or conflicts within the team by mediating open discussions and promoting healthy communication strategies.
- Increased congregational engagement during worship through intentional song selection and meaningful transitions.
- Managed administrative tasks such as scheduling, communication, and budgeting to ensure the smooth operation of the worship department.
- Fostered strong connections with other local churches by participating in joint worship events that united communities in shared praise experiences.
- Implemented training workshops focused on enhancing technical proficiency among instrumentalists to improve overall musicianship levels on the team.
- Cultivated a culture of excellence among musicians by implementing regular rehearsals and providing constructive feedback.
- Organized special events such as concerts or conferences that promoted community involvement and spiritual growth opportunities for attendees.
- Collaborated with audiovisual teams to create seamless integration between music, lighting, and multimedia components in worship experiences.
- Introduced innovative technology solutions to enhance overall sound quality and visual presentation during services.
- Continuously evaluated and updated song repertoire to ensure relevance with the congregation''s evolving musical tastes and preferences.
- Recruited talented musicians and vocalists to build a diverse worship team, ensuring the representation of various skills and backgrounds.
- Developed a cohesive, spiritually-driven team by fostering an environment of unity, support, and collaboration.
- Supported pastoral staff in service planning by offering insight on appropriate music choices for sermon topics and themes.
Worship Team Member
Harvest Pointe Community Church
04.2001 - 05.2006
- Collaborated with team members to develop engaging worship setlists that enhance congregational participation.
- Provided vocal and instrumental support during services, ensuring seamless musical transitions and sound quality.
- Assisted in setting up and maintaining audio-visual equipment for worship events, promoting optimal performance.
- Participated in regular rehearsals, contributing to skill development and fostering team cohesion among musicians.
Worship Team Member
Covenant Baptist Church
08.2000 - 02.2001
Worship Leader
Cornerstone Community Church
06.1996 - 06.2000
Education
No Degree - Studies in Counseling
Davis College
Johnson City, N.Y.01-1994
Certificate - Phlebotomy and Medical Assistance
Allegany Community College
Cumberland, MD01-1983
Diploma - General Studies
Allegany High School
Cumberland, MD01-1982
No Degree - Music Therapy Piano/Vocal
Frostburg State University
Frostburg, MD05-1982
No Degree - Music Therapy Concentration On Piano/Vocal
Frostburg State University
Frostburg, MD05-1982
Skills
- Instrumental skills acoustic piano, organ, and digital keybaords and modules
- Musical proficiency
- Song selection
- Creative vision
- Songwriting
- Stage presence
- Cultural awareness
- Attention to detail
- Community service
- Teaching
- Public relations
- Public Speaking
Timeline
Worship Team Leader
NorthStar Church
03.2011 - 12.2020
Worship Team Member
Harvest Pointe Community Church
04.2001 - 05.2006
Worship Team Member
Covenant Baptist Church
08.2000 - 02.2001
Worship Leader
Cornerstone Community Church
06.1996 - 06.2000
Certificate - Phlebotomy and Medical Assistance
Allegany Community College
Diploma - General Studies
Allegany High School
No Degree - Studies in Counseling
Davis College
No Degree - Music Therapy Piano/Vocal
Frostburg State University
No Degree - Music Therapy Concentration On Piano/Vocal
Frostburg State University