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David Penner

David Penner

Surrey,British Columbia

Summary

Dynamic leader and "people person" with a proven track record at Evangelical Free Church of Canada, excelling in educational leadership and community outreach. Gifted in personal and pastoral care. Successfully enhanced team collaboration and engagement, while managing multi-million dollar budgets. Known for creativity, cultural adaptability, and impactful public speaking, fostering lasting relationships and inspiring global missions participation.


Now fully retired, looking for part time employment to continue to give meaningfully to serving people, and making good use of the energy and time still enjoyed.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Missionary

Evangelical Free Church of Canada Mission
01.2021 - 08.2024


  • Gave oversight to and raised money for a project to train leaders and churches through partnership in Community Outreach.
  • Recruit and lead teams to work with local churches in various countries
  • Built lasting relationships with community members through genuine empathy, compassion, active listening skills.
  • Prepared and delivered mission-related presentations to church and community groups.

Director

Evangelical Free Church of Canada Mission
10.2013 - 01.2021
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered missonary engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
  • Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
  • Promoted the work of the international work of the denomination in local churches across Canada
  • Motivated and inspired churched and individuals to engage in global outreach by giving financially, learning all they could about the needs and actively participating in missions.
  • Fund raising for various project to support a multi million dollar annual budget.
  • To visit and encourage our missionary personnel around the world
  • Develop international partnerships with like minded churches and organizations around the world

Senior Pastor

Broadview Church
10.1982 - 08.2012
  • Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
  • Led effective pastoral care for congregation members, providing spiritual guidance and support during times of crisis or need.
  • Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
  • Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
  • Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
  • Expanded missions outreach efforts to include partnerships with international organizations, increasing global impact on communities in need.
  • Managed church staff effectively, providing clear direction and support while maintaining accountability for performance outcomes.

Education

Master of Arts - Christian Studies

Trinity Western Seminary (ACTS)
Langley, BC

Skills

  • Educational leadership
  • Discipleship training
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Cultural adaptability
  • Community outreach
  • Evangelism support
  • Teaching
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Public speaking
  • Public outreach

Timeline

Associate Missionary

Evangelical Free Church of Canada Mission
01.2021 - 08.2024

Director

Evangelical Free Church of Canada Mission
10.2013 - 01.2021

Senior Pastor

Broadview Church
10.1982 - 08.2012

Master of Arts - Christian Studies

Trinity Western Seminary (ACTS)

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