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Ministry Want to look sharp for a search committee? Their main goal is to find out
about you. By laying out before them yourself, your work, and your
experience, you become more attractive to them. They will appreciate your
openness and will note that you have nothing to hide! How do you do this?
By creating a Ministry Portfolio.
A Ministry Portfolio is a packet of information that will tell employers who
you are, where you have been, and what you have done. It includes:
Résumé Ministry Vision Statement of Faith
Cover Letter Letters of Recommendation
Personal / Family Photo(s)
A good question to ask yourself when compiling your portfolio is, "What am I
good at? Where do my strengths lie?" If you excel in writing children's
curriculum, include an example of what you've written. If you're a strong
preacher, include a tape, outline, or notes of a message you've preached. If
you enjoy discipling teens, share your philosophy of discipleship, including
stories of how your philosophy has played out in real life examples. Perhaps,
have a teen you've discipled share about your relationship from his/her
perspective. Anything you can provide to show a church your strengths and
passions will make a strong portfolio. It is very important to portray yourself
as accurately as possible. Have someone who knows you well read over your
portfolio to see if it indeed reflects who you are.
Lastly, how you present the material is extremely important! Find a
notebook or binder with a professional appearance in which to present your
information. Print your various documents on quality paper, coordinating the
color and feel. A Ministry Portfolio should not be cluttered or flashy. A neat,
professional, classy appearance will get the attention!
“Your Ministry Portfolio.” Ministry List. http://www.ministrylist.com/Resources/portfolio.asp
Other majors are constantly
bombarded with reminders that
they should NEVER put their
picture on their résumé, and
should NEVER include personal
information about themselves.
But for ministry and biblical study
majors applying for a pastoral
position, church search
committees oftentimes expect,
not only a picture of you, but
your family as well. They will
want to know, and be able to ask,
very personal questions that your
fellow graduates with other
majors will never have to face.
Questions such as:
1. How did you become a
Christian? Tell me about your
conversion experience.
2. What experiences have shaped
you spiritually?
3. How do you pursue continued
growth in your walk with God?
FINALLY, ministry majors, include
your references WITH your
resume. Dr. Linhart points out
it’s a small enough world,
especially when applying with
the Missionary church, that
everyone “knows” each other, so
your references could prove to
be most helpful!
Lincoln Brockway 5944 Beacon Street • Nappanee, Indiana 46550 • 555-555-5555 • [email protected]
Seeking Youth Pastor Position with the Brennenman Memorial Missionary Church
CORE COMPETENCIES
Leadership Skills Coached 6th-8th grade guys as small group leader Lead worship for teen and adult services Developed preteen ministry with worship
Organization Skills Compiled missions trip training program Constructed adult leader training program Created small group leader handbook
Teaching Skills
Engineered junior high leadership class Generated Sunday school curriculum Inspired students to own their relationship with
Christ
Technology Skills Proficient with Mac, Windows, and Linux Performed I.T. support for hardware and software Executed high-level Photoshop skills
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in Youth Ministry, May 2013 Bethel College Mishawaka, Indiana GPA: 3.2 Student Athlete: 3 years Youth Ministry Major, August 2009 – May 2010 Computer Information Systems Major, August 2009 – May 2010 Indiana Wesleyan University Marion, Indiana GPA: 3.6 Student Athlete: 1 year
INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE
Crystal Valley Missionary Church Middlebury, Indiana STUDENT MINISTRIES INTERN May 2012 – Present
Nappanee Missionary Church Nappanee, Indiana JUNIOR HIGH YOUTH MINISTRY INTERN August 2010 – April 2012
Nappanee Missionary Church Nappanee, Indiana GRAPHIC DESIGN INTERN May 2010 – December 2011
Nappanee Missionary Church Nappanee, Indiana SOAR INTERN June – August 2011
Westview Wesleyan Jonesboro, Indiana YOUTH MINISTRY INTERN September 2009 – April 2010
WORK EXPERIENCE
Bethel College Mishawaka, Indiana RESIDENT ASSISTANT August 2012 – Present
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Nappanee Missionary Church Nappanee, Indiana CHILDREN’S AND YOUTH CAMP COUNSELOR Summers 2007 – 2012
Crystal Valley Missionary Church Middlebury, Indiana MISSIONS TRIP LEADER July 2012
Lincoln Brockway 5944 Beacon Street • Nappanee, Indiana 46550 • 555-555-5555 • [email protected]
REFERENCES
Derry Prenkert DIRECTOR OF STUDENT MINISTRIES Nappanee Missionary Church 70417 Indiana 19, Nappanee, IN 46550 [email protected] Work number- (574) 773-7773
Terry Bley PASTOR OF LIFE DEVELOPMENT Nappanee Missionary Church 70417 Indiana 19, Nappanee, IN 46550 [email protected] Work number- (574) 773-7773
Terry Linhart DIVISION CHAIR OF RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY Bethel College 1001 Bethel Circle, Mishawaka, IN 46545 [email protected] Work number- (574) 257-3517
Robert Brandt PROFESSOR OF YOUTH MINISTRY Bethel College 1001 Bethel Circle, Mishawaka, IN 46545 [email protected] Work number- (574) 257-2668
Reed Lyons RESIDENT DIRECTOR Bethel College 1001 Bethel Circle, Mishawaka, IN 46545 [email protected] Cell number- (630) 220-1168
Julie Waggoner [email protected]
(555) 555-5555
1001 Bethel Circle Mishawaka, Indiana 46545
Seeking Middle School Youth Pastor Position with River Valley Community Church
CORE COMPETENCIES
Leadership Skills: Trained leaders to creatively serve middle school youth; implemented relational driven ministry focused on spiritual, social, and academic needs of students as resident assistant; served as Vice-President of 75+ member collegiate concert choir.
Visionary Skills: Developed creative media team to integrate junior high youth into making videos, clay animation shorts and announcements for youth; designed home-based program, Acts House, focusing on building relationships, pointing students toward accountability and deeper relationship with Jesus Christ; created events that build on community, fun and personal growth.
Interpersonal Skills: Invested in lives of youth outside of church walls so they could witness “Christ with skin on”; collaborated with Associate Pastor of Students on crafting themes, lessons, and events for 90+ middles school youth; used conflict resolution skills to keep stability with 40+ college women.
Organizational Skills: Entrusted with budget purchasing decisions for youth curriculum; stayed under $500+ budget for youth summer events; worked with families to guarantee youth had ample time to raise funds to participate in events.
EDUCATION and HONORS
Bachelor of Arts in Youth Ministry and Adolescent Studies, May 2009 Minor in Music Bethel College, Mishawaka, Indiana GPA: 3.3 Dean's List: 2 semesters
Outstanding Upperclassman Youth Ministry Major, 2008 - 2009 Servant's Heart Award, 2008 - 2009 Academic Scholarship, 2005 - Present Music Scholarship, 2005 - Present
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
River Valley Community Church, Mishawaka, Indiana September 2007 - Present http://rivervalley.net Professional L.E.A.D. Middle School Ministries Intern
Impact 2818, Pine Creek, Indiana Summers 2005 - 2008 http://impact2818.com Camp Counselor
Church of the Four Seasons, Winfield, Indiana June - August 2007 http://mycofs.org Youth Ministry Intern
Julie Waggoner Page 2
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Leadership Summit with Dr. Tim Elmore, 2008 Leadership Development with Dr. Tim Elmore Theories, 2007 Youth Specialties, 2006
WORK EXPERIENCE
Famous Dave's, Mishawaka, Indiana May 2008 - Present Server
Bethel College, Student Development, Mishawaka, Indiana August 2007 - Present Resident Assistant
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Church of the Four Seasons, Winfield, Indiana Summers 2004 - 2008 Vacation Bible School Group Leader
Bethel College, Task Force Team, Hope City, Mississippi March 2007 Electrical Assistant / Construction
KAREN GEGOLINE
(555) 555-5555
47865 Roosevelt Road • South Bend, Indiana 46614
Seeking position in Student Ministries at Kaleheo Missionary Church
CORE COMPETENCIES
Youth Event Planning Skills
• Spearheaded 4-day youth retreat, The Press, for 50+ junior and senior high youth
• Coordinated "Battle of the Bands" for four area youth groups
• Organized church outreach event "Light the Night" for surrounding neighborhoods
• Developed and led youth evangelism event "Downtown Invasion" encouraging youth to step out of their comfort zones as they handed out 500+ water bottles
Teaching Skills
• Prepared sermons for junior and senior high students
• Involved in leading Sunday morning program reaching 40+ middle school students
• Engaged student leaders and adult mentors in “owning” ministry to take active role in administering, planning and developing each week
• Effectively and creatively taught at middle school programs and events by innovative use of various teaching methods including object lesions, illustrations, humor, drama, role plays, discussion groups, and small groups
Worship Leading Skills
• Musically instructed and spiritually mentored 9-member worship band
• Led worship for congregation and youth group from piano
• Selected music based on topic for service's message
• Studied piano for 4 years and traveled with Bethel's music ministry team, One Voice
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in Youth Ministry, May 2010 Bethel College, Mishawaka, Indiana GPA: 3.7 Dean's List: 2 semesters
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Youth Ministry Intern, Christian Center, South Bend, Indiana, September 2009 - April 2010
Youth Ministry Intern, Southgate Church, South Bend, Indiana, April - August 2009
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Painter, World Relief, Atlanta, Georgia, March 2008
Organizing Assistant, Good Will, South Bend, Indiana, June 2009
Landscaping, Country Gardens, Elkhart, Indiana, October 2007
WORK EXPERIENCE
Starbucks Barista, South Bend, Indiana, September 2007 - February 2009 Barista, Indianapolis, Indiana, August 2006 - August 2007
