Marissa J. Ochoa
VANCOUVER,British Columbia
Summary
Compassionate, joyful, thoughtful Pastor of Worship known for high productivity and creative thoughtful planning of worship services. Strengths include giving musical vision and direction, mentorship to musicians, pastoral care, and liturgical planning. Proficient in planning events and overseeing weekly music productions for diverse services.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastor of Worship and Community Formation
Tenth Avenue Alliance Church
Vancouver, British Columbia
05.2015 - Current
- Selected a mix of contemporary and traditional music to ensure multi-generational engagement.
- Organized special services aligned with the liturgical calendar: Christmas, Ash Wednesday, Lent, Good Friday, Easter. Organized and incorporated a variety of artistic expressions from congregants: paintings, photography, dance, acting, and multimedia.
- Led mid-week worship nights incorporating musical worship, prayer, and scripture, while also welcoming creative expressions such as dance and movement.
- Managed volunteer schedules, ensuring respect for individual availability.
- Provided mentorship, prayer, and constructive feedback to volunteers.
- Knowledgeable with systems like Planning Center, Excel, Word, Multitracks, ProPresenter, and CCLI.
- Designed visual lyric presentations on ProPresenter for special services, incorporating thematic backgrounds, colors, and images.
- Managed administrative tasks, including budget creation and oversight.
- Works in partnership with the Associate Pastor to lead and oversee the Young Adults Ministry.
- Joyfully led worship at the annual denominational conferences in Whistler, in 2023.
School Age Children's Pastor
Tenth Avenue Alliance Church
Vancouver, British Columbia
05.2015 - 10.2019
- Taught engaging lessons to school-age children, fostering spiritual growth and understanding.
- Collaborated with children's staff to select and implement a Bible-based curriculum aligned with the church's values and vision.
- Coordinated special events for children, including Summer Day Camps, Christmas and Easter specials, Family Fun nights, and galas.
- Organized children-led Sunday worship services, which we called 'Collective Worship,' included approximately 50 school-age children on stage in the sanctuary.
- Provided pastoral care for children, volunteers, and parents.
- Recruited, organized, and provided mentorship to team leaders and volunteers.
- Organized and led a children's Christmas choir for two years in a row.
- Personally composed, recorded, and/or filmed over 25 original songs for Family Ministries, integrated into the curriculum across all five campuses. From 2018 to the present.
- Managed and allocated budget.
Early Childhood Educator
Wee Care Daycare
Vancouver, British Columbia
09.2005 - 04.2014
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Worked in collaboration with the staff to develop age-appropriate activities, encouraging physical, social, and intellectual development.
- Led weekly music and movement lessons in the mornings and/or afternoons.
- Taught Bible stories and led Christ-centered songs on the guitar during our weekly Bible time.
- Directed the musical components of the annual Christmas pageant in collaboration with team members.
- Supervised practicum students placed in our facility.
- Supervised the students' curriculum development, as well as the execution of engaging lessons.
- Collaborated with the professors of the students to discuss overall progress and provide constructive feedback.
Barista and Server
Dolce Amore
Vancouver, British Columbia
07.2004 - 08.2005
- Provided friendly and efficient service of gelato and coffee to customers
- Crafted a variety of coffee beverages to meet customer preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dish ware and dining areas.
- Initiated tasks independently, demonstrating reliability and a proactive work ethic.
Education
Pastoral Non-Portal License -
Obtains Official Workers Credentials
Skills
- Worship leading
- Spiritual mentoring
- Service planning
- Event organization
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Vocal coaching
- Songwriting
- Team oversight
- Creative vision
- Pastoral care
Affiliations
- Songwriting
- Instruments: Guitar, Piano, Full Drum Kit, Electric Drum pad, Cajon, Ukulele,
- Outdoor and Indoor Sports
- Quality time with family and friends especially around the table ;)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Pastor of Worship and Community Formation
Tenth Avenue Alliance Church
05.2015 - Current
School Age Children's Pastor
Tenth Avenue Alliance Church
05.2015 - 10.2019
Early Childhood Educator
Wee Care Daycare
09.2005 - 04.2014
Barista and Server
Dolce Amore
07.2004 - 08.2005
Pastoral Non-Portal License -
Obtains Official Workers Credentials
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