Alessandro Henriques
Summary
Senior Pastor with extensive experience at 8th Presbyterian Church of Londrina. Proven ability to enhance spiritual growth through impactful preaching and mentoring. Bilingual in Portuguese and English, fostering community engagement and compassionate support during life’s pivotal moments.
Experienced with pastoral care, including counseling and spiritual guidance. Utilizes strategic planning to develop meaningful programs and sermons that connect with congregants. Track record of fostering strong sense of community and spiritual growth within congregation.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Pastor
8th Presbyterian Church of Londrina
12.2006 - Current
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote and preach sermons.
- Worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Ability to prepare materials and organize courses for the spiritual growth of the community.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Led effective pastoral care for congregation members, providing spiritual guidance and support during times of crisis or need.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Ability to organize and coordinate small bible study groups.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Enhanced spiritual growth for church members through regular pastoral counseling sessions and personalized guidance.
- Ability to prepare materials and organize courses for the spiritual growth of the community.
- Developed ministries related to urban mission.
Pastoral Assistant
IPBsb
01.2004 - 12.2006
- Mentored youth group members through regular meetings, fostering strong relationships while imparting valuable life lessons grounded in faith principles.
- Coordinated volunteer projects within the community to demonstrate the church's commitment to service and compassion.
- Conducted weddings, funerals, and baptisms with sensitivity and professionalism, providing comfort and guidance during significant life events.
- Collaborated closely with senior pastor on sermon planning and execution, creating impactful messages that resonated with the congregation.
- Led small group Bible studies to nurture spiritual growth among members while stimulating thought-provoking discussions on faith-related topics.
- Demonstrated adaptability by stepping into various roles within the ministry as needed to support overall mission objectives.
- Provided support for families facing challenges or crises by offering compassionate counsel rooted in Christian values and empathy.
- Responsible for the prayer meetings of the church.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
FTSA
Londrina, Parana, Brazil12-2003
Master of Arts - Intercultural Studies
Fuller Theological Seminary
Pasadena, California, USA07-2000
Bachelor of Science - Biology
UEL
Londrina, Parana, Brazil02-1994
Skills
- Preaching
- Teaching
- Pastoral care
- Organizational leadership
- Congregational care
- Public speaking
- Marriage counseling
- Discipleship training
- Officiating
- Writing skills
- Crisis Management
- Mentoring
- Bilingual - Portuguese and English
Accomplishments
- "The church, Jesus and the world".
- "The faces of Christ".
Wrote two theological books in portuguese:
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Portuguese
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Senior Pastor
8th Presbyterian Church of Londrina
12.2006 - Current
Pastoral Assistant
IPBsb
01.2004 - 12.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
FTSA
Master of Arts - Intercultural Studies
Fuller Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Science - Biology
UEL
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