PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

YOUNG MEN'S VOCAL LEADER

Organized and trained men’s parts for choral ensembles;
Lead worship at the request of Worship Pastor;
Organized calendar for worship team schedule, integrating requested breaks;
Performed special music for offering and communion sections of worship service.

● Organized and trained men’s parts for choral ensembles; ● Lead worship at the request of Worship Pastor; ● Organized calendar for worship team schedule, integrating requested breaks; ● Performed special music for offering and communion sections of worship service.

Licensed by the Congregation to preach the Word of God;
Delivered holiday messages (Christmas Eve, Good Friday, etc.), stand-alone sermons, as well as those part of a series, at the request of the Lead Pastor.

ADDITIONAL TITLES: SECRETARY OF THE ELDER BOARD AND NON-PROFIT CORPORATION, CHURCH CLERK

● Monitored monthly finances, analyzed and developed an annual budget and ensured ministry compliance, crafted a cost forecasting model to maintain liquidity for payroll, and authorized and distributed funds of overseen budgets. In partnership with Church Treasurer; ● Devised and implemented systems for proper documentation of church board proceedings, in compliance with state law; ● Created policy and procedure manuals for the proper functioning of the church: finance and accounting, inventory management, membership lifecycle, legal compliance, communications plan, Christian education, and employee handbook; ● Attended Welcome Luncheons and various church-wide events as a co-host and representative of the church; ● Engaged new attendees at Sunday services, welcoming and assisting in connection to the church through small groups, classes, or service, and introducing to other members to foster friendships; ● Proposed solutions for tracking attendance, ensuring engagement, congregation outreach, prayer chain management, etc.; ● Attended workshops and seminars regarding legal compliance to be able to propose changes to the policy to ensure compliance; ● Wrote the adopted proposal amending the Constitution and Bylaws of the church in order to meet the organizational and spiritual goals; later presented and explained to the membership at the Annual Business Meeting.

Monitored monthly finances, analyzed and developed an annual budget and ensured ministry compliance, crafted a cost forecasting model to maintain liquidity for payroll, and authorized and distributed funds of overseen budgets. In partnership with Church Treasurer;
Devised and implemented systems for proper documentation of church board proceedings, in compliance with state law;
Created policy and procedure manuals for the proper functioning of the church: finance and accounting, inventory management, membership lifecycle, legal compliance, communications plan, Christian education, and employee handbook;
Attended Welcome Luncheons and various church-wide events as a co-host and representative of the church;
Engaged new attendees at Sunday services, welcoming and assisting in connection to the church through small groups, classes, or service, and introducing to other members to foster friendships;
Proposed solutions for tracking attendance, ensuring engagement, congregation outreach, prayer chain management, etc.;
Attended workshops and seminars regarding legal compliance to be able to propose changes to the policy to ensure compliance;
Wrote the adopted proposal amending the Constitution and Bylaws of the church in order to meet the organizational and spiritual goals; later presented and explained to the membership at the Annual Business Meeting.

PREVIOUS POSITION: ASSOCIATE CHURCH PROPERTY MANAGER

Managed 14-acre campus with four tenant businesses;
Interfaced with utility providers;
Oversaw building maintenance and groundskeeping;
Proposed a Master Plan for Campus Development;
Provided overnight security;
Researched and secured tax exemptions and rebates;
Directed volunteer work days with congregation members as well as local community groups;
Ensured building and campus compliance with local and state ordinances and codes for fire, safety, etc.

● Managed 14-acre campus with four tenant businesses; ● Interfaced with utility providers; ● Oversaw building maintenance and groundskeeping; ● Proposed a Master Plan for Campus Development; ● Provided overnight security; ● Researched and secured tax exemptions and rebates; ● Directed volunteer work days with congregation members as well as local community groups; ● Ensured building and campus compliance with local and state ordinances and codes for fire, safety, etc.

Designed plan to bring Worship Center up to 21st Century Standards for large spaces;
Researched, crafted, and implemented video streaming solution;
Updated sound system with necessary upgrades and created training manuals to be used by volunteers with various levels of technical ability;
Rewired Worship Center audio to allow easier use by volunteers; Upgraded visuals, including large display projectors, TVs, streaming cameras, and converted to using ProPresenter;
Dealt with legal compliance for streaming music and performing music copyright and ensured adherence with the CCLI license;
Repaired and maintained strand lighting system;
Oversaw and supervised Creative Director.

Scheduled and lead weekly Men’s Bible Study;
Planned topics and oversaw the implementation of church leadership topics;
Reached out to men of the congregation to grow the membership of the study;
Checked on members throughout the week;
Provided Biblical counseling and guidance on Men’s Issues;
Orchestrated prayer needs for the whole group.

Trained new acolytes on the performance of their duties;
Maintained necessary supply and inventory levels;
Interfaced with Lead Pastor and laymen on needs for special church services.

Developed study materials based on group interest;
Collaborate with Associate Pastor on proper Biblical interpretation and presentation;
Created a manual for future Young Men’s Bible Study Leaders.

MEN'S VOCAL LEADER

Organized and trained men’s parts for choral ensembles;
Lead worship at the request of Worship Pastor;
Organized calendar for worship team schedule, integrating requested breaks;
Performed special music for offering and communion sections of worship service.

● Organized and trained men’s parts for choral ensembles; ● Lead worship at the request of Worship Pastor; ● Organized calendar for worship team schedule, integrating requested breaks; ● Performed special music for offering and communion sections of worship service.

● Licensed by the Congregation to preach the Word of God; ● Delivered holiday messages (Christmas Eve, Good Friday, etc.), stand-alone sermons, as well as those part of a series, at the request of the Lead Pastor.

● Designed plan to bring Worship Center up to 21st Century Standards for large spaces; ● Researched, crafted, and implemented video streaming solution; ● Updated sound system with necessary upgrades and created training manuals to be used by volunteers with various levels of technical ability; ● Rewired Worship Center audio to allow easier use by volunteers; Upgraded visuals, including large display projectors, TVs, streaming cameras, and converted to using ProPresenter; ● Dealt with legal compliance for streaming music and performing music copyright and ensured adherence with the CCLI license; ● Repaired and maintained strand lighting system; ● Oversaw and supervised Creative Director.

Seminary student seeking to transition from secular work into a ministry position that utilizes my God-given skills in administration, discipleship, team management, and pastoring. Committed to assisting a Bible-based church in sharing the message and hope of Christ Jesus, developing disciple-making ministries to mature and expand the flock, while ensuring the organization is run with efficiency, sound financial stewardship, and in compliance with local and state guidelines. Experienced in developing and modifying a wide range of Policies, Procedures, and Organizational Systems, developing member integration pathways, and creating and leading interactive training sessions. A lifelong believer with progressively advancing roles both within and outside of the church.

SKILLS

ADMINISTRATION

Policy and Procedure Systems

Excels in analyzing existing policy and procedure systems, modifying and creating new ones based on need, and enforcing policy and procedure systems to meet the needs of the situation.

Behind the Scenes Management Master

Thrives on running the day-to-day operations of a church to free up other ministry staff and volunteers to use their gifts to advance their areas of ministry; successful conduit working with local and state governments, denomination leaders, local churches, and other agencies.

Stewardship of Finances and Property

Great at making sure the finances of the church and property of the church are maximized so that ministry can be as effective as possible in fulfilling its strategic goals.

Researching Legal Compliance

Trained at researching legal issues as they affect the church and ensuring compliance so that the work of the ministry is not impeded by legal “red tape.”

Human Resources Best Practices

Extensive understanding of the best practices in human resources to foster the success of all staff and volunteers to maximize their contribution to the church; ability to successfully discipline staff and reach a remedy as required by policy.

Training Christians to Teach Christians

Has a lifelong love of learning and studying God’s Word as well as knowledge of, and implementation of, effective adult learning strategies to help adults learn and become teachers themselves.

Leadership Development

Adept at creating a leadership strategy so that we learn from today’s leadership to cultivate tomorrow’s. Building up bible study and small group leaders so that there is always someone to “go to” when you desire to learn more.

Education is Essential

Understands that an Educated Christian standing firm in the whole counsel of God, is one of the greatest tools for evangelism and discipleship; a church full of Educated Christians is the most powerful way to spread the Gospel in our communities.

Advocate for church-driven training of all Christians in apologetics so that they can better preach the Word in a secularized culture. Working with the memberships existing gaps in Scriptural understanding of hot-button topics in the culture and how God wants us to respond to them.

Focusing on Apologetics

DISCIPLESHIP

Learning Styles Matter

Understands the diverse range of learning styles and tailors message to be consumed and understood by the widest audience possible. Uses multiple modalities to convey information in a way that is easily understandable by the learners.

Targeted Generational Communication is Important

Trained in how to communicate effectively with different generations (i.e., baby boomers communicate differently than millennials). Usage of those different communication techniques allows for greater reception of the church’s message of salvation through Jesus Christ.

Comprehensive Learning Techniques

Well-versed in both andragogy (the method and practice of teaching adult learners) and pedagogy (the method and practice of teaching child learners). Uses these methods to better communicate the truth of Scripture to all ages.

TRAINING

EDUCATION

COMPUTER SCIENCES, ASSOCIATES OF SCIENCE

THE MASTER'S UNIVERSITY

MAY 2021 - CURRENT

SANTA CLARITA, CA

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, HAYWARD

2007 - 2012

HAYWARD, CA

LAS POSITAS COLLEGE

2002 - 2006

LIVERMORE, CA

DUBLIN HIGH SCHOOL

2000

DUBLIN, CA

APPLIED MATHEMATICS, BACHELOR'S OF SCIENCE

THEORETICAL MATHEMATICS, BACHELOR'S OF SCIENCE

THEOLOGY, MASTER'S DEGREE

BIBLICAL LITERACY, BACHELOR'S DEGREE

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PERSONAL LIFE AND FAITH

CERTIFICATIONS

01

Communications Planning

02

Effective Small Groups

03

Executive Board Training

04

Group Dynamics Training Program

05

Intergenerational Communication

06

Learning Styles: Andragogy

07

Learning Styles: Pedagogy

08

Member Engagement Leadership Training

09

Member Unity Training

10

True Colors Training Program

11

Team Building and Effective Interpersonal Communication Skills

California School Employees Association Training-U

TRAINER CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

The following certificates were earned between 2008 - 2012 and renewed biennially through 2022.

Through the Trainer Certification Program, I learned not only the core principles of each topic but also earned the credentials to educate others on the subject.

Kevin M Stein

Elder, Pulpit Pastor, Administrator, Educator

Phone (925) 586-1045

Email kevinmstein@gmail.com

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LEADING BY EXAMPLE.

TEACHING WITH LOVE.

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