Education
Talbot Seminary, Biola University, 2012
M.A. Theology
Member of Kappa Tau Epsilon Scholastic Honor Society
Courses include: Biblical Greek, Pastoral Care and Counseling
California State Polytechnic University Pomona, 2005
B.A. Psychology
Minor and Certificate: Criminal Justice and Corrections
M.A. Theology
Member of Kappa Tau Epsilon Scholastic Honor Society
Courses include: Biblical Greek, Pastoral Care and Counseling
California State Polytechnic University Pomona, 2005
B.A. Psychology
Minor and Certificate: Criminal Justice and Corrections
Church Ministry Experience
JUNIOR HIGH PROGRAM LEAD ~ Eastside Christian Church
Anaheim, CA ~ 2012-Present
SMALL GROUP LEADER ~ Eastside Christian Church
Anaheim, CA ~ 2010-Present
SENIOR HIGH YOUTH MINISTER ~ King of Glory Church
Fountain Valley, CA ~ 2008-2010
Anaheim, CA ~ 2012-Present
- Oversee multi-level adult volunteer recruitment screening process for over 40 adult volunteer leaders (includes applications, conducting interviews, background checks).
- Co-Lead 8th grade guys' small group.
- Guest teacher for Junior High Sunday gatherings.
- Serve on program team planning weekly gatherings and special events for over 125 students average per weekend at leadership team meetings.
- Lead music for gatherings, and coach a student-led band.
- Utilize Planning Center for scheduling services.
SMALL GROUP LEADER ~ Eastside Christian Church
Anaheim, CA ~ 2010-Present
- Lead a weekly young mens' Bible study teaching through Old and New Testament.
- Lead a weekly married-couples' Bible study teaching through Old and New Testament, and marriage series.
- Guest teacher for married-couple's Sunday school class.
SENIOR HIGH YOUTH MINISTER ~ King of Glory Church
Fountain Valley, CA ~ 2008-2010
- Led and taught weekly Bible studies for high school and college age students.
- Coordinated activities including: winter camp, recreational day trips, game nights, overnighters and Vacation Bible School.
- Coordinated Bible studies and service activities with youth ministries from two other local churches.
- Maintained excellent rapport with parents and families.
- Discipled youth in their faith through one-to-one and small group discussions and mentoring.
- Developed and directed a youth band that led music at main services.
Church Internships
SMALL GROUPS INTERN ~ Eastside Christian Church
Anaheim, CA ~ 2011-2012
YOUTH DIRECTOR INTERN ~ King of Glory Church
Fountain Valley, CA ~ 2002-2003
Anaheim, CA ~ 2011-2012
- Participate in strategic planning meetings for Build Community Ministry Team.
- Lead a weekly young mens' Bible study.
- Lead a weekly married-couples' Bible study.
- Guest speaker for Junior High and married-couples Sunday school classes.
- Serve as part of a team writing weekly sermon discussion guides for small groups.
- Pray for and connect with guests and church attendees after weekend services.
YOUTH DIRECTOR INTERN ~ King of Glory Church
Fountain Valley, CA ~ 2002-2003
- Assisted the Youth Director with coordinated weekly Bible studies, fundraisers, activities, and camps.
- Chaperoned youth events, camps, and annual conferences.
- Developed and led a youth band leading music at main services.
- Taught 6/7th grade Sunday school and Vacation Bible School.
- Discipled youth in their faith through one-to-one and small group discussions and mentoring..
Professional Work Experience
INTERVENTIONIST ~ Hacienda La Puente Unified School District
Hacienda Heights, CA ~ 2009-Present
DEPUTY JUVENILE CORRECTIONAL OFFICER ~ Orange County Probation Department
Orange, CA ~ 2006-2009
POLICE SERVICE AIDE ~ City of La Habra Police Department
La Habra, CA ~ 2003-2006
COMMUNITY SERVICES OFFICER ~ California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA ~ 2003-2003
Hacienda Heights, CA ~ 2009-Present
- Provide one to one and small group intervention support for youth dealing with family, behavior, academic, drug, and social issues.
- Assist students with conflict resolution.
- Counsel youth ages kindergarten to 12th grade.
- Actively communicate concerns with parents and families.
- Collaborate with school staff to find solutions and support for each individual student.
- Attend IEP meetings and utilize RTI (Response to Intervention) methods.
DEPUTY JUVENILE CORRECTIONAL OFFICER ~ Orange County Probation Department
Orange, CA ~ 2006-2009
- Conducted individual confidential counseling.
- Provided guidance and support to detained youth.
- Conducted programming for large and small groups of detained youth.
- Led and assisted in programming including: music, sports, behavior intervention, drug intervention, critical thinking skills, and social skills.
- Assisted youth with re-entry after release by helping them obtain jobs or go to college.
POLICE SERVICE AIDE ~ City of La Habra Police Department
La Habra, CA ~ 2003-2006
- Served on a team in the Records Department.
- Assisted the public at the front desk of the police department and via telephone.
- Maintained confidential records.
- Wrote and edited police reports.
- General office experience: copying, sorting, filing, data entry.
COMMUNITY SERVICES OFFICER ~ California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA ~ 2003-2003
- Assisted the public and students with inquiries regarding the university.
- Conducted traffic and crowd control for major events including graduation.
- Assisted students, faculty, and guests in emergency and non-emergency situations.
- Issued parking citations and maintained security of my assigned area.
Training & Awards
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Passions & InterestsBible Exposition, Bible Exegesis, Counseling, Discipleship, Playing guitar, Hiking, Biking, Playing board games, Reading, Swimming, Web Design
Personal1997 - Began serving in my church in music ministry.
2008 - Heard call for pastoral ministry while discussing faith and Jesus with youth on probation. 2009 - Married my wife Laura. 2012 - 1st daughter born. |