James Ferrando
Winnipeg,MB
Summary
Approachable Missionary offering extensive knowledge of regional culture and effective ways to facilitate spreading religion. Adept at creating volunteer programs and facilitating dynamic missions for all ages and kinds of people. Persistent and persuasive worker with lifelong commitment to faith. Compassionate Pastoral Coordinator with background in providing spiritual guidance, counseling, and assistance to diverse congregations. Skilled in developing community outreach programs, organizing religious events, and coordinating volunteer teams. Strong communicator adept at fostering positive relationships within church communities and making meaningful impact on lives through service.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Pastor
Christian Family Church
San Fernando , Pampanga
07.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented an outreach program to engage with the community.
- Provided spiritual guidance and counseling to church members.
- Organized weekly worship services, sermons, and other special events.
- Coordinated pastoral staff schedules, duties, and responsibilities.
- Resolved conflict between church members in a professional manner.
- Facilitated Bible study classes on a weekly basis for youth group members.
- Maintained records of baptisms, marriages, funerals, membership rolls.
- Oversaw all religious ceremonies such as weddings and funerals.
- Conducted special services like baptisms, weddings, and funerals.
- Reached out to unchurched, new residents or inactive church members.
- Managed all aspects of ministry.
Vice President
Asian Hope Full Gospel Ministry Inc
Lapu Lapu City, Cebu Philiipines
08.2012 - Current
- Developed and executed strategic plans to support the vision of the organization.
- Formulated policies that improved operational efficiency and productivity.
- Reviewed reports from functional areas to assess progress towards organizational goals.
- Advised senior executives on approaches for resolving complex issues impacting operations.
- Identified problems and implemented solutions to better streamline operations.
- Conduct pastoral duties in the church, such as discipleship program and revival. Administering the sick.
- Organize Meetings for Pastoral Convention.
- Teaching in Bible School.
Missionary / Musician /Translator and Interpreter
Missionaries to Asia
Lapu Lapu, Cebu
04.2003 - 05.2010
- Assisted in organizing mission trips to other countries, including fundraising efforts, travel plans, and lodging arrangements.
- Led prayer meetings with members of the church community.
- Conducted outreach activities such as door-to-door visits, street preaching, and distributing religious literature.
- Trained others in evangelism techniques using various methods such as one-on-one conversations, public speaking engagements, and online platforms.
- Facilitated discussion groups on topics related to faith formation and Christian living.
- Maintained relationships with missionaries working overseas by writing letters of encouragement or sending supplies.
- Coordinated fund raising campaigns to support missionary work both domestically and internationally.
- Spread faith through various evangelistic means, including preaching, Bible readings and group activities.
- Recorded, mixed and mastered albums in professional studios.
- Played live shows with full bands and solo performances.
- Traveled extensively to perform at various venues around the country.
- Attended seminars or workshops related to new developments in the field of translation and interpreting.
Education
M.D. - Master Degree of Theology
AADP Northwestern Christiaan University
International Fellowship Consortium Lapu Lapu Cebu06-2016
Bachelor Degree of Theology - Major in Leadership
Accelerated Academic Degree Program / Northwestern
Lapu Lapu Cebu Philippines05-2013
Bachelor of Ministry - Pastoral Theology
Missionaries To Asia
Lapu Lapu City Cebu01-2003
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Education Major in T.L.E
Pangasinan State University
Pangasinan PhilippinesSkills
- Educational leadership
- Community Outreach
- Creativity and Innovation
- Group Instruction
- Mission coordination
- Meeting leadership
- Training proficiency
- Evangelism experience
- Meeting Organization
- Report writing abilities
- Teaching abilities
- Individual counseling skills
- Group facilitation
Affiliations
- I have been working in Pampanga Manpower Training Center as a trainer in English Language and Call Center Training for 6 years while Pastoring our pioneering Church, then I visit Canada which I believe that the Lord has a plan for me.
Certification
- Certificate in Solemnizing Marriage
- Safety Officer 1 and 2
- Straight Truck Operator
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Senior Pastor
Christian Family Church
07.2024 - Current
Vice President
Asian Hope Full Gospel Ministry Inc
08.2012 - Current
Missionary / Musician /Translator and Interpreter
Missionaries to Asia
04.2003 - 05.2010
M.D. - Master Degree of Theology
AADP Northwestern Christiaan University
Bachelor Degree of Theology - Major in Leadership
Accelerated Academic Degree Program / Northwestern
Bachelor of Ministry - Pastoral Theology
Missionaries To Asia
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Education Major in T.L.E
Pangasinan State University
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