VAN DAM
Seattle,WA
Summary
Devoted Assistant Pastor with significant experience in pastoral leadership and spiritual guidance. Possesses strong skills in sermon development, counseling, and community outreach. The notable impact made through increasing congregation engagement and fostering a supportive church community. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within diverse groups and maintain solid relationships with all members of the church community. Passionate professional successful in providing Christian education and leadership to members of a community. Successful in creating inspiring environments and encouraging individuals to grow and strengthen personal faith. Prepared to take the next step as a professional within the church.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Pastor
Seattle Falam Baptist Church
Renton, Washington
01.2022 - Current
- Conducted weekly worship services, including preaching and delivering sermons.
- Provided spiritual guidance to individuals in need.
- Assisted with the development of new programs and initiatives to meet the needs of the community.
- Collaborated with church staff on fundraising events and activities.
- Developed relationships with community organizations to increase awareness of church activities and programs.
- Served as a mentor for younger congregants who were seeking spiritual direction.
- Provided counseling services to those struggling with personal issues or life challenges.
- Assisted in developing strategies for promoting church membership growth.
- Managed administrative duties related to maintaining financial records, budgets, and accounts payable and receivable.
- Attended conferences related to pastoral care and leadership development.
- Worked with church leaders, staff and ministry teams to achieve growth of church and to foster positive community impact.
- Managed all aspects of ministry.
- Preached and ministered to members and congregation through multiple avenues of communication.
- Participated in fundraising to support congregational activities.
- Oversaw building management, supplies orders and facility repairs.
- Studied and interpreted religious laws, doctrines and traditions.
- Organized and led bible study classes for members of the church congregation.
Sunday School Teacher
Seattle Falam Baptist Church
Renton, WA
03.2013 - Current
- Supervised volunteers and other staff members during class sessions.
- Organized and facilitated Sunday School classes for children ages 4 to 12 years old.
- Provided weekly lessons based on Biblical teachings and stories.
- Assisted in the development of lesson plans, activities, and crafts.
- Ensured a safe environment by supervising students at all times.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through rewards and recognition systems.
- Maintained accurate student records including attendance, grades, and progress reports.
- Collaborated with parents to ensure their children were learning effectively.
Education
M.Div - Theology
Seattle Pacific Seminary of Seattle Pacific University
Seattle, WABachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Washington
Seattle, WA06-2019
Skills
- Youth Ministry
- Discipleship training
- Small Group Facilitation
- Biblical Knowledge
- Social Media Engagement
- Preaching
- Facility Management
- Sermon Preparation
- Staff Leadership
- Church administration
- Children's ministry
- Pastoral counseling
- Biblically based
- Community Service
- Christian education
- Counseling
- Teaching
- Volunteer Management
- Congregation services
Timeline
Assistant Pastor
Seattle Falam Baptist Church
01.2022 - Current
Sunday School Teacher
Seattle Falam Baptist Church
03.2013 - Current
M.Div - Theology
Seattle Pacific Seminary of Seattle Pacific University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Washington
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