Reverend John C.  Pierce
1312 South B St
Port Angeles, WA 98363
360.477.8967
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Ordained Minister General Council of the Assemblies of God - April 2006

Licensed Minister General Council of the Assemblies of God - September 1997

Experience

INTERIM PASTOR/EXECUTIVE PASTOR

Jul 07-Present Lighthouse Christian Center Port Angeles, WA
Leadership
*Served as Interim Pastor and stabilized attendance with an average of 400.
*Supervised youth pastor, children’s pastor, office manager and receptionist.
*Provided needed resources, encouragement and training for staff and ministry leaders.
*Developed the Project Identification Team to identify facility needs, prioritize those needs and complete projects as time and finances allowed.
*Provided quarterly communication and training meetings for ministry leaders and their teams.
*Chaired budget committee for 2007-2009 and deacon nominations committee for 2009.

Administrative
*Produced “financial dashboard” for board to bring clarify the full financial reports.
*Oversaw the development of branding material for our church identity.
*Led team in developing employee handbook and church policy manual.
*Worked with Lead Pastor to develop 1 year preaching calendar.
*Provided oversight of $600,000 refinance and development of church facility and property.
*Worked with Treasurer to ensure fiscal responsibility and proper bookkeeping policies.
*Prepared report for church board outlining 3 year giving patterns, identifying financial strengths and weaknesses.

Ministry Development
*Initiated and coordinated a leadership team through the Northwest Ministry Network Cohort Church Development Process.
*Increased small groups from 9 to 25.
*Direct oversight of Hilltoppers: Senior Adult Ministry *Provided leadership, counsel and encouragement to ministry leaders *Developed “family life classes” addressing a variety of needs.
*Created and taught 4 week training curriculum for small group leaders *Implemented system of assimilation for newcomers and new believers.
*Coordinated and administered participation at the County Fair and 4th of July parade.
*Initiated and developed community prayer and worship night to coincide with the National Day of Prayer.

General Ministry

*Developed church website as a tool of consistent communication.
*Pastoral visitation
*Preaching on Sunday at the request of the Lead Pastor *Led Wednesday Evening Bible Study *Provided pastoral counseling to couples with troubled marriages and families.
*Oversaw and administered our Halloween alternative outreach to the community reaching over 400 children and their families.
*Participated in the evaluation and hiring of new youth pastor *Created a ministry fair that highlighted church ministries for the purpose of boosting awareness and involvement.

Senior Pastor

Oct 04-Jul 07 Christian Life Assembly Alturas, CA
*Initiated a series of meetings with 12 congregation leaders, including board members, to strategize for the future development of the churches facilities and ministries.
*Created and prioritized goals for completion with board members and congregation leaders.  Achievement goal was to complete 3 items within a one-year period.  Completed 14 of 20 Priority One items within one- year *Oversaw the selection and pre-interviewing of youth pastor candidates.
*Provided ongoing training and encouragement of selected youth pastor.
*Restructured and recruited staff for “Kids Church” program.
*Developed church’s yearly operating budget based on priorities, expected giving and current needs.
*Presented and led a contemporary worship format that was well received by the congregation.
*Developed and taught membership class covering the basics of the constitution, by-laws, and Fundamental Truths of the Assemblies of God through which 12 people were added to the membership.
*Expanded board positions from 4 to 6 with the participation of fellow board members.
*Identified and introduced board portfolios encouraging a focus on active ministry.
*Engaged in regular visitation, including the homebound.
*Expanded fellowship opportunities to include after service fellowship, church family campout and special fellowship meetings.
*Facilitated the update of the church building: church entry, women’s restrooms, men’s restroom, and nursery.
*Initiated and administered small group fellowship through Tables for
Six: 6 Host homes with a total average participation of 36.
*Increased midweek meeting participation from an average of 8 to 17.
Sunday messages have been scripture based and focused on “real world” 
issues.
Increased membership from 26 to 32.
*Increased average Sunday attendance from 28 to 66.

Youth/Associate Pastor

May 00-Oct 04 Silverdale United Methodist Church Silverdale, WA
*Manage, Coordinate and Administer Youth Ministries:  Confirmation, Worship, Activities, Retreats, Summer Mission Trips, Outreach, and Sunday Night Program.
*Administer Seniors Ministries:  Facilitates “Senior Saints” Breakfast Meeting, Coordinate Activities, Develop Leadership Team, and Visitation.
*Oversee Children’s Ministry program.  (KIDS Church) *Developed an adult/youth leadership structure for ongoing ministry support.
*Foster regular formal and informal communication with parents.
*Re-structured and facilitated weekly Silverdale United Methodist Church (SUMC) staff meeting.
*Preach to congregation at the request of the Pastor on an increasing frequency.
*Increased active youth participation from 20 to 40.

Pastor of Student and Family Ministries

Jul 98-Oct 99 Mt.  Hood Christian Center Gresham, OR
*Develop, administer, and integrate all programs concerning student ministries including: Wednesday Night Program, Sunday School, Worship, Activities, District Camps, Outreach and Campus Ministries.
*Increased involvement of 6th - 8th grade students 1500% (from 2 to over 30).
*Increased involvement of 9th - 12th grade students 166% (from 12 to over 20).
*Preached to Congregation in the absence of the Pastor.
*Developed staff and designed and developed training for youth staff.

Executive Director of Dynamic Life
Nov 95-Jul 98 Dynamic Life International Salem, OR
*Worked with area Youth Pastors to increase effectiveness and integration of outreach activities.
*Defined organizational structure for Youth Pastor networks; successfully established Pastor networks in Salem, Aumsville, 
Sublimity, Mehama and Silverton Oregon.  Increased activity 600% 
(from 10 Youth Pastors to over 60).
*Designed and developed Youth Pastor training programs utilizing the national Challenge 2000 Alliance program and Youth For Christ’s Gotta’ 
Care campaign.
*Worked directly with student leadership teams to organize youth rallies and other special projects.
*Conducted speaking engagements covering personal motivation, leadership and spiritual development for both adult and student audiences.

Proctor Parent

Oct 97-Jul 98 Christian Community Placement Center Salem, OR
*Served troubled youth placed in CCPC program by Oregon Youth Authority.
*Managed home for 10 young men from the ages of 15-18 over 8 month period.
*Provided guidance and education to develop appropriate social skills to be a productive part of society.
*Encouraged development of and active involvement in the Christian Lifestyle.

Youth Minister

Jun 96-Oct 97 Christian Life Center Stayton, OR
*Managed all ministry programs concerning students including: 
Wednesday Night Program, Sunday School, Worship, *Activities, District Camps, Outreach and Campus Ministries.
*Increased involvement more than 650% (from 6 to over 40 students).
*Preached to Congregation in the absence of the Pastor.
*Managed Visitation and Bus Ministry staffing.

Education/Training
Nov 09 Calibrate 09 - Multi-site Seminar Edmonds, WA
Jan 06 Concept 12 – NCN District Pastoral Training Sacramento, CA
Apr 02 ChristCare Equipper Training St Louis, MO
Oct 01 WOSM Healing Academy Silverdale, WA
Sep 99 Billy Graham School of Evangelism Monterey, CA
May 98 Luis Palau’s Next Generation Alliance Beaverton, OR
May 95 Northwest College of the Assemblies of God Kirkland, WA
B. A.  Biblical Literature
Minor in Youth Ministries

Strengths
Over 15 years of ministry experience, including management of multiple ministries.
Faithfully encourage and support both those I work for and those with whom I work.
Build solid relationships with people both in and beyond ministry areas.
Have genuine passion and excitement that motivates others in their relationship with Christ.
Dedication and commitment to complete tasks and goals.

Personal
I have been married 18 years to Marlece who takes an active role in the ministry and the life of the church.  Marlece has track record developing effective women’s small groups that encourage relationships
and discipleship.  She is a gifted trainer of small group leaders. 
She is well organized and familiar with administration activities.  We
share a passion to see a community changed through the local church. 
We have three children; Andrew~12, Benjamin~9, and Claire~7.  I am 39 and my wife is 39.

References

Rev. Dave Cole
Assistant Superintendent of the Northwest Ministry Network
35131 SE Douglas Street Suite 200
Snoqualmie, WA 98065
425.888.4800

Rev. Frank Cole
Former District Superintendent of Northwest Ministry Network & Congregation Member
1639 W 8th St
Port Angeles, WA 98363
360.417.2117

Rev. Matt Reigel
Missionary to Germany
P.O Box 1149
Silverton, OR 97381
971.239.0121

Will & Marsha Possinger
Ministry Leaders & Congregation Members
3207 McDougal St
Port Angeles, WA 98362
360.452.3903

Rodger & Tawn Loftus
Ministry Leaders & Congregation Members
62 Deer Meadows Dr
Port Angeles, WA 98362
360.460.3239

Rev. Brian Steller
Oregon Ministry Network Presbyter & Pastor PO Box 117 Jacksonville, OR 97530
541.899.1015