To restore and Rebuild Metropolitan Baptist church to its place of Glory
Garada Major
Archbishop / Sr. Pastor / Clergy
Nassau,NP
Summary
Seasoned clergyman offering 25 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.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Sr. Pastor
City Of Israel International Covenant Church Cathderal
NassauNew Providance
03.2008 - Current
- Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship and service opportunities.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, House visitation of sick members and nursing home services.
- Church grew and had to change its location.
Administrative Pastor
Metropalitian Baptis Curch
Nassau New Providance
06.2006 - 03.2008
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms and nursing home services.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship and service opportunities.
- Organized and spearheaded community outreach programs focused on helping Train Deacon, Mothers, Ministers, Evangelist etc.
- Build a Powerful Youth and Young adults Ministry middle school students plan for college or vocational education opportunities and participate in local civic processes.
- Facilitated guidance programs focused on helping middle school students prepare for college or vocational education opportunities.
Organizing Pastor
Chain Breakers International
Miami , Florida
02.2003 - 12.2006
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
- Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
- Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Organizing Pastor
New Generation
Nassau
12.1997 - 12.2003
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
- Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
Education
Associate of Arts - Theology
Bahamas Baptist Theology Collage
Jean Street Nassau Bahamas 01.1993 - 05.1997
Associate of Divinity -
Universal Ministries School of Theology
Nashville 01.2000 - 04.2005
Doctor of Divinity -
Universal Ministries School of Theology
Nashville 01.2005 - 04.2005
Honorary Doctor Of Christian Studies -
Glowing Light Theological Collage
Lago Nigeria 06.2018 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
Christ Theology Semainary
Yonkers New York 10705 01.2017 - 06.2018
Master of Arts - Theology
Christ Theology Semenariy
Yonkers New York 10705 09.2018 - 06.2020
Ph.D. - Theology
Christ Theology Seminary
Yonkers New York 10705 09.2020 - 06.2022
Diploma In Canon Law -
Eden Kingdom Insitute School of Canon Law
Brooklyn New York 01.2022 - Current
Skills
Pastoral counseling
Training and Development
Self-Motivated
Problem-Solving
Interpersonal Communication
Dependable and Responsible
Good Telephone Etiquette
Planning and Coordination
MS Office
Flexible and Adaptable
Teambuilding
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Written Communication
Excellent Communication
Data Entry
Attention to Detail
Clerical Support
New member assimilation
Mercy ministry
Children's ministry
Spiritual instruction
Officiating
Spiritual leadership
Congregational care
Disciple-making
Spiritual cultivation
Biblically based
Volunteer Management
Public speaking
Youth ministry
Operations management
Maintenance and Repair
Cultural Awareness
Accomplishments
- Designed and implemented (5) five-year vision plan to drive growth of Church.
- Established solid presence in community, successfully growing church membership.
- Increased giving in church over the next 5 years.
- Developed and introduced New program to increase engagement and service within community.
- Planned and led over 3 mission trips to local and International destination. ( 1 being Bahamas Baptist Association Cat Island yearly Convention. Then # 2 A church planned trip. 3 To Support the National Baptist Convention USA.
- Cut organizational expenses by strengthening operational controls and providing additional opportunities for volunteers and donations..
- Collaborated with team of leaders in the development of special alignments..
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 3 to 4 staff members.
Certification
Ordination to Sacred Gospel Ministry
Interests
Work Availability
monday
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Quote
You will recognize your own path when you come upon it because you will suddenly have all the energy and imagination you will ever need.
Sara Teasdale
Timeline
Consecrated Bishop In The Lords Church
08-2022
Diploma In Canon Law -
Eden Kingdom Insitute School of Canon Law
01.2022 - Current
Ph.D. - Theology
Christ Theology Seminary
09.2020 - 06.2022
Master of Arts - Theology
Christ Theology Semenariy
09.2018 - 06.2020
Honorary Doctor Of Christian Studies -
Glowing Light Theological Collage
06.2018 - 06.2018
Justice Of The Peace
04-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
Christ Theology Semainary
01.2017 - 06.2018
Entrone Apostle
10-2015
Marriage Officer Of Commonwealth of Bahamas
06-2014
Sr. Pastor
City Of Israel International Covenant Church Cathderal
03.2008 - Current
Administrative Pastor
Metropalitian Baptis Curch
06.2006 - 03.2008
Doctor of Divinity -
Universal Ministries School of Theology
01.2005 - 04.2005
Organizing Pastor
Chain Breakers International
02.2003 - 12.2006
Associate of Divinity -
Universal Ministries School of Theology
01.2000 - 04.2005
Organizing Pastor
New Generation
12.1997 - 12.2003
Ordination to Sacred Gospel Ministry
12-1997
Associate of Arts - Theology
Bahamas Baptist Theology Collage
01.1993 - 05.1997