Roy Stewart
Ballymena
Summary
Over the past 25 to 30 years working with people from many different ethnic religious and cultural backgrounds i have learnt a lot regarding valuing individuals ' From the alcoholic, drug addict, homeless man,wealthy business owner or volunteer and leader'
I have developed a skill of communicating well with those from every sphere of society. I am a very trust worthy and integorus individual who has learnt the art of being a good team leader & player, I I am quick to praise hard work and also to challenge tardiness. I believe that I would contribute positively to your organization promoting awareness of your organization nationally and internationally, assisting staff to become the best at what they do and bring my knowledge of managing across cultural difference strengthening the existing team.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastor & Director
Celebration House Church
Ballymena , Northern Ireland
2016.09 - Current
- Managed all aspects of ministry.
- Recruited volunteers for various ministries within the church.
- Demonstrated effective leadership to church, including managing daily operations, developing and administering annual budget and promoting compassionate pastoral care to members and public.
- Collaborated with staff and volunteers to administer pastoral care in times of celebration and grief.
- Referred families and individuals to community support services, psychologists, or doctors for necessary care.
- Developed weekly sermons and delivered them during Sunday services.
- Performed outreach activities in the community by visiting hospitals, prisons, nursing homes.
- Provided oversight for all staff positions within the organization.
- Planned special ceremonies, services and events in coordination with families and individuals.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among church members.
- Provided spiritual guidance and direction to church members.
- Managed social media accounts for the purpose of promoting upcoming events or services.
- And much much more
- Monitored facility maintenance for cleanliness and recommended improvements to overall aesthetics.
- Managed church services for four different ethnic groups throughout the week including Romanian, Bulgarian & slovak
Director
Kingdom Harvest
2016.03 - Current
- Reviewed progress plans, budgets and measuring results.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to set long-term objectives for the ministery.
- Provided guidance on legal matters
Board Member
Living Rivers Lighthouse Hostel
Ballymena , Northern Ireland
2006.04 - 2018.09
- Ensured that all legal requirements were met according to local laws and regulations.
- Reviewed financial statements and monitored organizational performance against budgets.
- Performed data analysis to evaluate impact of organizational programs.
- Executed on-time, under-budget project management to adhere to project road map.
- Actioned disciplinary meetings and investigations.
- Provided guidance on ethical considerations related to business decisions or activities.
- Conducted regular board meetings and prepared meeting agendas.
Regional Pastor
Living Rivers Church
Ballymena , Northern Ireland
2000.08 - 2017.11
- Worked with church leaders, staff and ministry teams to achieve growth of church and to foster positive community impact.
- Administered communion, baptisms and other religious rites.
- Led outreach initiatives to reach out to unchurched, inactive or new residents in community.
- Preached and ministered to members and congregation through multiple avenues of communication.
- Compiled monthly reports summarizing progress towards meeting organizational objectives.
- Officiated weddings and led funeral services for church members.
- Created discipleship programs for youth and adults.
- Carried out church mission by planning and leading worship services, writing sermons and working with church leaders.
- Coordinated fundraising activities to meet financial goals of the organization.
- Mentored new pastors and provided pastoral care when needed.
- Conducted special services like baptisms, weddings, and funerals.
- Guided staff and volunteers in administering education, youth, social action, fellowship and pastoral care ministry programs.
- Spearheaded community outreach programs.
Program Coordinator
Beach house
Ballymena , Norther Ireland
2004.05 - 2014.08
- Facilitated educational workshops, meetings and conferences associated with program.
- Evaluated performance data against established objectives to measure success of programs.
- Reviewed applications and documentation independently or in conjunction with supervisor to make decisions pertaining to programs.
- Recommended process improvements based on data analysis results.
- Prepared periodic reports, financial statements and records on program activities, progress and status for management.
- Checked programs and schedules for accuracy and issued releases to local media outlets.
- Arranged fundraisers to source necessary funds for station operations.
Education
Diploma - Biblical Studies
International Bible Training Institute
Sussex 1985-08
Dunmurry High School
DunmurrySkills
- Leadership Development
- Public Speaking
- Organizational Leadership
- Team building
- Crisis Management
- Strong Communication
- Strategic Planning
Timeline
Pastor & Director
Celebration House Church
2016.09 - Current
Director
Kingdom Harvest
2016.03 - Current
Board Member
Living Rivers Lighthouse Hostel
2006.04 - 2018.09
Program Coordinator
Beach house
2004.05 - 2014.08
Regional Pastor
Living Rivers Church
2000.08 - 2017.11
Diploma - Biblical Studies
International Bible Training Institute
Dunmurry High School
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