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Jessen Skaria Philip

Jessen Skaria Philip

Lucknow

Summary

A person with extensive experience at Church and organizational leadership. Successfully coordinated strategic initiatives, enhancing community engagement and fostering youth ministry. Proven ability to resolve conflicts and build relationships, while overseeing significant renovation projects that improved church facilities and member participation.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Divisional Coordinator

Indian Evangelical Team
04.2022 - 07.2025
  • Influenced development and implementation of short- and long-term strategic plans for division.
  • Coordinated individual duties after careful evaluation of each Pastor's skill level and knowledge.
  • Translated goals into actionable missionary tactics aligned with strategic vision and mission of the organization.
  • Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning.
  • Managed monthly payroll for 26 Pastors.

Senior Pastor

Indian Evangelical Team
04.2015 - 04.2022
  • Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms.
  • Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
  • Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
  • Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
  • Provided crisis response and counseling to church members.
  • Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
  • Served as mentor to children in church community, offering guidance and support.
  • Led renovation and expansion project, successfully renovating or remodeling existing sanctuary, multipurpose facility and restroom facilities and classrooms.
  • Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
  • Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
  • Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.

National Coordinator for Youth

Indian Evangelical Team
02.2012 - 03.2015
  • Created safe and positive environment conducive to learning and activities.
  • Supervised activities and events for large groups.
  • Hired, mentored and supervised instructors and volunteer staff to carry out program goals.
  • Kept program children safe and secure at all times with proactive monitoring strategies.
  • Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
  • Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and youth fellowships.
  • Trained and supervised religious education instructional staff.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Accreditation Coordinator

Indian Evangelical Team
08.2010 - 01.2012
  • Reviewed accreditation standards and evaluated compliance, identified challenges and proposed solutions for the 8 Bible Training Schools of IET in different states.
  • Complied and reviewed regulatory requirements and accreditation standards to enforce standard policies and procedures.
  • Communicated relevant project information to superiors and internal stakeholders.
  • Advised divisional leaders on regulatory policies and provided recommendations for improvement.
  • Performed regular compliance reviews and audits, identifying non-compliance issues.

Pastoral Board In Charge

Gospel for Asia
01.2002 - 07.2009
  • Provided support to the Leader of Delhi Diocese (Consisting of 7 states of North India) in the area of Pastoral Board (Managing the overall administrative work of each state office and different departments).
  • Coordinating the Translation, Editing and recording of the Bible Commentary by Chuck Smith into Hindi.
  • Pastor of the Church.

Associate Pastor

Indian Pentecostal Church of God (NR)
02.1996 - 12.2001
  • Helped the Senior Pastor in every area of the church ministry.
  • Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
  • Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church and managed daily operations.

Education

M. Div. -

Kerala Theological Seminary
Kottarakara, Kerala
03-2013

B. Th. -

Hebron Bible College
Kumbanad, Kerala
01-1996

12th -

Christ Church Intermediate College
Kanpur, U. P.
05-1993

Kidwai Higher Secondary School
Kanpur, U. P.
04-1991

Skills

  • Worship planning
  • Spiritual counseling
  • Teaching strategies
  • Workshop coordination
  • Effective communication
  • Event planning
  • Congregation support
  • Organizational skills
  • Self motivation
  • Conflict resolution
  • Cultural awareness
  • Team building
  • Church administration
  • Continuous improvement
  • Relationship building
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Problem-solving
  • Teamwork
  • Professional demeanor
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Team collaboration
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Attention to detail
  • Activity planning and leadership
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Peer mentoring
  • Communion preparation
  • Filing and recordkeeping
  • Crisis support
  • Creative thinking
  • Youth ministry support
  • Training and mentoring
  • Email and phone etiquette
  • Pastoral counseling
  • Decision-making
  • Bereavement support
  • Punctual and dependable
  • Time management abilities
  • Mental health support
  • Administrative tasks
  • Spiritual leadership

Languages

Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Divisional Coordinator

Indian Evangelical Team
04.2022 - 07.2025

Senior Pastor

Indian Evangelical Team
04.2015 - 04.2022

National Coordinator for Youth

Indian Evangelical Team
02.2012 - 03.2015

Accreditation Coordinator

Indian Evangelical Team
08.2010 - 01.2012

Pastoral Board In Charge

Gospel for Asia
01.2002 - 07.2009

Associate Pastor

Indian Pentecostal Church of God (NR)
02.1996 - 12.2001

M. Div. -

Kerala Theological Seminary

B. Th. -

Hebron Bible College

12th -

Christ Church Intermediate College

Kidwai Higher Secondary School

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