Kirsty Labuschagne
Belrose,NSW
Summary
Seasoned Pastor offering years of experience in pastoral care and spiritual leadership to growing church. Committed to creating thriving community and guiding individuals transformed by gospel. Successful background in organizational leadership, ministry program development and mission-oriented strategic planning. When career purpose and personal fulfillment collide, what could be better!
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Pastor
Sydney Life Church
04.2022 - Current
- To lead dynamic worship services on a weekly basis, fostering an atmosphere of spiritual reflection and connection for congregants.
- Officiate special services such as weddings, funerals and baptism services.
- Manage budgets responsibly, allocating funds appropriately to support ongoing ministry initiatives and maintaining the long-term financial health of the church.
- Manage church staff effectively, providing clear direction and support while maintaining accountability for performance outcomes.
- Use strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Always maintaining professional confidentiality and discretion with private or sensitive information about congregants.
- Work closely with the Executive Board to execute ministry budgets, facilitate growth initiatives and comply with not-for-profit guidelines.
Assistant Pastor
Sydney Life Church
10.2018 - 04.2022
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Authored sermons, speeches and other religious materials.
- Implemented training workshops for volunteer leaders, improving their ability to serve in various ministries effectively.
- Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
- Offered support to families experiencing difficulties, connecting them with appropriate resources within the congregation or broader community.
- Supported congregants during life transitions like marriage, baptism, or funerals through personalized pastoral services.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
Event Coordinator
Diabetes NSW
10.2015 - 06.2016
- Responsible for the logistical planning, coordination, implementation and delivery of (CHSD) health and education events throughout NSW
- Event coordination tasks include all aspects of event management from hosting and delivering the event to arranging speakers and staff through interstate travel and flight bookings, catering, acquiring venues, accommodation and all related logistics
- Responsible for the organisation, administration, submission and quality of health professional education events delivered to comply with RACGP requirements
- Coordinate and maintain pre and post event program reports and evaluations
- CRM software Database management and event creation
- Develop and maintain relationships with external stakeholders who provide logistical support for events and programs
- Manage allocated budget.
Health Education Coordinator
Arthritis & Osteoporosis WA
02.2013 - 09.2015
- Assist the Manager Health Services with the development of education and self- management programs
- Information service - Arrange for the coordination and distribution of education materials through appropriate channels
- Assist with the updating of the health content on web site and social media
- Assist/organise seminars, special displays and appropriate activities as requested by the Manager Health Services
- Undertake training in and assist in the delivering self-management programs and training.
- Represent Arthritis & Osteoporosis WA at health expos, trade shows and other relevant events.
- Work with Fundraising and Marketing, as appropriate with; website updates, e-newsletter and Arthritis Today magazine.
- Provide timely reports to Manager Health Services and /or the Executive Director.
Pastoral Administration
Victory Life Centre
02.2011 - 02.2013
- Experience in working with government and charity organizations in the area of grant request proposals and submissions
- Work with Marketing Department by collating information and articles for the production of a 16 page monthly booklet distributed throughout the organization
- Develop training programs for staff development
- Work with Department leaders to develop open lines of communication.
Head of Worship Department
Sydney Life Church
01.2002 - 01.2010
- Liaising with and working with the local Council on community projects (Mosman Council, NSW).
- Event management - for special musical events and services.
- Management of Department finances and budget.
- Strong time management - required for the planning of rosters, practices and performances.
- People management and conflict resolution skills.
- Team building through weekly exercises, teaching and bi-monthly social events.Workshops in musicality that incorporated theological themes and interpretations
- Song writing workshops
- Sourcing fresh music and keeping abreast of music events/books/conferences, etc., worldwide.
Lecturer: Vocal performance and Technique
C3 College
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Lecture/presentation research and preparation skills
- Time management strategies for lesson plans and delivering curriculum
- Motivational team work with student small groups
- Strong Communication skills, for large groups and one on one
- Creating a conducive and enjoyable learning environment
- Role included specific instruction in: Vocal technique, personal presentation, physical and emotional well-being
- Stage performance skills, Interaction with band members, teaching harmony and lead-vocal parts and Performance assessment of students
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Pastoral Theology
Sydney College of Divinity (Southern Cross College)
Sydney, NSW2008
Universal Education and Training Ltd.
Diploma in Vocal Performance -
School of Creative Arts, C3 College
01.2003
School of Creative Arts, C3 College
01.2002
Skills
- Years of Pastoral Care experience
- Christian Theology
- Leadership Development
- Public Speaking
- Crisis Intervention
- Teaching
- Staff Leadership
- Conflict resolution
Certification
- NSW Working with Children Check – WWC0842558E
Ministry
- Guest Speaker - Youth Conference, Glencoe, Scotland, 10/01/12
- Guest Speaker - Conference on Worship and Vocal Technique, Brisbane, 2006
- Guest Speaker - Conference on Worship and Vocal Performance and Technique, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2005
References
available upon request
Timeline
Senior Pastor
Sydney Life Church
04.2022 - Current
Assistant Pastor
Sydney Life Church
10.2018 - 04.2022
Event Coordinator
Diabetes NSW
10.2015 - 06.2016
Health Education Coordinator
Arthritis & Osteoporosis WA
02.2013 - 09.2015
Pastoral Administration
Victory Life Centre
02.2011 - 02.2013
Lecturer: Vocal performance and Technique
C3 College
01.2004 - 01.2006
Head of Worship Department
Sydney Life Church
01.2002 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Pastoral Theology
Sydney College of Divinity (Southern Cross College)
Universal Education and Training Ltd.
Diploma in Vocal Performance -
School of Creative Arts, C3 College
School of Creative Arts, C3 College
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