Lead Pastor
CurrentOverall Leadership: Led key stakeholders including staff and board in developing a vision, values and annual strategic plans aimed at accomplishing the church's mission.Financial: Managed budgeting and financial stewardship, ensuring the organization’s financial health.Community Development: Oversaw the development, delivery, and evaluation of various programs to meet members changing needs. Led the implementation of various programs to meet the needs of refugees and newcomers to Canada. Led change which resulted in a 198% increase in ethnic diversity. Engaged members in community building and service activities. Built relationships and partnerships with other community shareholders. Collaborated with community agencies to support local initiatives.People Development: Recruited, directed and, empowered staff, committee members and, volunteers in fulfilling their mandate. Enhanced team productivity and cohesiveness through team building, training, coaching and mentoring, personal development plans, and problem-solving. Counseled individuals and families are facing difficult life circumstances. Communication: Crafted and delivered weekly messages to challenge and inspire attendees. Regularly developed group discussion guides and supplementary hand-outs. Engaged a diverse demographic and multi-cultural audience. Facilitated small and large group meetings. Consulted with attendees, team leaders, board members, and outside professionals for organizational growth and development. Marketing: Coordinated marketing campaigns, signage, brochures, advertising, and social networking. Promoted 5-8 sermon series annually. Technology: Oversaw the implementation of people management software. Led the process of developing an online presence including live-streaming of services. Provided oversight of the purchase and installation of new technology for use in a variety of settings. Utilized Apple Keynote, and ProPresenter for creative presentations.