Meshach A. Forte
Oran Park,NSW
Summary
A dedicated and compassionate leader with over three years of experience in pastoral ministry, church administration, and community outreach. Skilled in spiritual leadership, program facilitation, community engagement, and organizational management. Passionate about serving and empowering individuals and communities through faith, mentorship, and resource distribution. Seasoned professional with achievements in providing spiritual leadership to individuals of diverse backgrounds. Highly adept in preparing sermons, leading worship services and providing pastoral care and counseling. Skilled in directing day-to-day operations when developing programs to grow ministry and outreach.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Pastor
Harvest Intercontinental Church
Sydney
01.2024 - Current
- Lead and oversee the church's vision, spiritual direction, and growth initiatives.
- Provide pastoral care, mentorship, and leadership training for church members.
- Organize and facilitate community outreach programs, spiritual counselling, and discipleship.
Disability Support Worker /Child and Youth Worker
NorthCott Society
Sydney, NSW
07.2022 - 06.2025
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities to promote independence and well-being.
- Implemented personalized care plans based on individual needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate effective support services.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance clients' quality of life.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and care activities for reporting purposes.
- Managed challenging behaviors through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided emotional support to individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
- Encouraged independence by teaching skills needed for everyday life.
- Maintained records of services provided, client progress, and goals achieved.
- Administered medication according to doctor's orders and monitored side effects.
Facilitator - Community Missions
Missions Australia
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Led efforts to distribute essential supplies to struggling families, including food, water, and shelter.
- Served as a point of contact for connecting individuals with critical services such as women's clinics, protection for abused children, ex-convict rehabilitation, and emergency housing solutions.
- Worked with local organizations and community leaders to strengthen outreach efforts and support networks.
Assisting Pastor
Glory Revival Church
Wagga Wagga
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Supported the senior pastor in leading church services, pastoral care, and ministry activities.
- Coordinated small group discipleship programs and community engagement initiatives.
- Provided mentorship, counselling, and spiritual guidance to church members.
Church Administrator
Harvest Intercontinental Church
Melbourne
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Managed church operations, finances, and administrative functions.
- Coordinated church programs, services, and leadership training initiatives.
- Facilitated communication between church leadership, congregation, and external partners.
Education
Bachelor of Theology -
Alphacrucis College
12.2024
CERT III - Disability Support
Equalis
Adelaide, SA11-2015
Diploma in Practice Management -
Health First Institute
Australia12.2013
Skills
- Leadership & Ministry Development
- Community engagement
- Active listening
- Conflict resolution
- Emotional support
- Team collaboration
- Training and development
- Care plan development
- Pastoral counseling
- Spiritual instruction
- Church Administration & Operations
- Community service
- Community Engagement & Outreach
- Spiritual Counselling & Mentorship
- Program & Event Coordination
- Public Speaking & Teaching
References
- Dr. James Mwendwan, Glory Revival Church, Wagga Wagga, 0470286615
- Pastor Edwards Mensah, Harvest Intercontinental Fellowship, Donnybrook, 0452373655
Languages
French
Professional
Timeline
Senior Pastor
Harvest Intercontinental Church
01.2024 - Current
Facilitator - Community Missions
Missions Australia
01.2023 - 12.2023
Disability Support Worker /Child and Youth Worker
NorthCott Society
07.2022 - 06.2025
Assisting Pastor
Glory Revival Church
01.2022 - 01.2023
Church Administrator
Harvest Intercontinental Church
01.2020 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Theology -
Alphacrucis College
CERT III - Disability Support
Equalis
Diploma in Practice Management -
Health First Institute
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