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Alyson Lauber

Saskatoon,SK

Summary

Compassionate, creative and receptive team player with a solid ability to work one-on-one and navigate complex human emotions and situations. Equipped with an extensive background in communicating in various environments. Skilled in assisting community members by identifying and accessing community services, as well as welcoming other community members to assist. Knowledgeable and level-headed when dealing with difficult circumstances.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Pastor of Spiritual Formation

Lakeview Church
2014.08 - 2022.09
  • Accompanied people through vulnerable chapters in life including deaths, job losses, and faith questions.
  • Met one-on-one with congregants and staff members to listen, mediate conflict and provide support.
  • Provided support for newcomers and other vulnerable individuals inside and outside the church community.
  • Officiated weddings and funerals.
  • Prepared and delivered teaching to 500-plus people.
  • Developed exclusive curriculum and taught classes.
  • Recruited, trained and supported volunteers.
  • Initiated and implemented new programming.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Acted as team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Strengthened relationships between families by initiating regular events and workshops catered to their needs
  • Designed innovative worship experiences that integrated contemporary elements alongside traditional practices
  • Supervised associate pastors and staff leading education, youth, pastoral care, and older adult ministry programs

BrightStart Programmer

Global Gathering Place
2011.09 - 2014.06
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Wrote and taught unique curriculum for preschool children, while also teaching mothers how to engage in appropriate and loving ways with their children.
  • Demonstrated ability to navigate challenging relationships and situations brought about by differences in culture, language and expectations.

Education

Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology

Yorkville University
Fredericton, NB
2023.05 - Current

Master of Arts - Theology

Regent College
Vancouver, BC
2001.09 - 2010.04

Bachelor of Arts - Theology

Briercrest College
Caronport, SK
1993.09 - 1997.04

Skills

People Skills

Public Speaking

Communications Skills

Research

Organization

Advocacy

Flexibility

Additional Information

  • Spring 2023- Fall 2023 - Volunteered with Foundations Learning (previously READ Saskatoon) tutoring grade 3 students.



Certification

Spiritual Director through the Saskatoon Catholic Diocese

Timeline

Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology

Yorkville University
2023.05 - Current

GCRR Religious Trauma Certification

2023-03

Spiritual Director through the Saskatoon Catholic Diocese

2017-07

Pastor of Spiritual Formation

Lakeview Church
2014.08 - 2022.09

BrightStart Programmer

Global Gathering Place
2011.09 - 2014.06

Master of Arts - Theology

Regent College
2001.09 - 2010.04

Bachelor of Arts - Theology

Briercrest College
1993.09 - 1997.04
Alyson Lauber