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Mark Von Blanckensee

Quoiba ,Tas

Summary

Seasoned Pastor with 40 years of experience in diverse cultures across Australia, providing spiritual leadership to individuals and faith communities. Highly adept in providing pastoral care and counseling, preparing and delivering sermons, leading and developing teams to serve and achieve goals. Skilled in directing day-to-day operations when developing programs to grow people and connect with the broader community.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Minister of Gospel/Senior Pastor

Gateway Church Tasmania
Devonport, Tasmania
05.2009 - 12.2023
  • Provided spiritual guidance and counseling to church members.
  • Created and maintained a budget for all church activities.
  • Organized weekly worship services, sermons, and other special events.
  • Coordinated pastoral staff schedules, duties, and responsibilities.
  • Lead team meetings to discuss upcoming projects and events.
  • Collaborated with local organizations to provide resources for the congregation.
  • Managed all office operations including staff hiring, training, scheduling, payroll.
  • Resolved conflict between church members in a professional manner.
  • Assisted in recruiting new volunteers for various ministries within the church.
  • Offered guidance during difficult times of transition or crisis situations.
  • Organized mission trips both domestically and abroad for church groups.
  • Served as a liaison between the church board of directors and staff members.
  • Oversaw all religious ceremonies such as weddings and funerals.
  • Provided leadership development opportunities for emerging leaders within the church.
  • Conducted special services like baptisms, weddings and funerals.
  • Visited, counseled and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
  • Carried out church mission by planning and leading worship services, writing sermons and working with church leaders.
  • Managed all aspects of ministry.
  • Responded to crisis situations to offer support, prayer and counseling.
  • Guided staff and volunteers in administering education, youth, social action, fellowship and pastoral care ministry programs.

Education

BBA - Christian Ministry and Theology

Liberty Ministry College
Brisbane, QLD

Skills

  • Social Justice Advocacy
  • Strategic Leadership
  • Crisis Management
  • Inspirational Leadership
  • Discipleship
  • Leadership Development
  • Spiritual Guidance
  • Team Building
  • Relationship Building
  • Excellent Communication
  • Volunteer Management
  • Shepherding
  • Preaching
  • Teaching
  • Small Group Facilitation
  • Sermon Preparation
  • Interpersonal Communication

Affiliations

I am currently managing a vineyard and have enjoyed the solitude and life lessons from the seasonal vine journey. I love being with family and friends and hospitality.

Timeline

Minister of Gospel/Senior Pastor

Gateway Church Tasmania
05.2009 - 12.2023

BBA - Christian Ministry and Theology

Liberty Ministry College
Mark Von Blanckensee