Gregory Barker
Archdiocese of Saint Louis | St. Joseph
Ballwin
1
Language
30
years of professional experience
Visionary leader with a proven track record in directing strategic initiatives and fostering community engagement. Expertise in mentoring and developing staff, enhancing outreach, and implementing impactful programs.
Work History
Director of Evangelization
17 Years 5 Months- Directed strategic initiatives aligning with Archdiocese mission and community needs.
- Oversaw program development, ensuring compliance with Archdiocesan policies and guidelines.
- Facilitated collaboration among diverse stakeholders to enhance community outreach efforts.
- Mentored staff and volunteers, fostering professional growth and engagement within programs.
- Oversaw the OCIA program, accompanied individuals looking to become Catholic, forming Catechumens and Candidates in multiple languages.
- Spearheaded successful Parish Missions that resulted in increased involvement and spiritual growth.
Coordinator of Youth Ministry
6 Years 1 Month- Developed engaging youth programs that fostered spiritual growth and community involvement.
- Coordinated volunteer recruitment and training, enhancing team effectiveness and engagement.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to evaluate program impact and participant satisfaction.
- Facilitated workshops and retreats that promoted leadership skills among youth participants.
- Mentored youth leaders in planning events, ensuring alignment with ministry goals and objectives.
- Enhanced youth engagement by incorporating creative and interactive activities in ministry programs.
- Recruited trained, and supervised volunteer teams to effectively support various aspects of the youth ministry program.
- Managed budgets, resources, and logistics for large-scale youth events, ensuring seamless execution of programming and participant satisfaction.
- Organized mission trips and service projects, providing opportunities for youths to serve the community and strengthen their faith.
- Hired, mentored and supervised instructors and volunteer staff to carry out program goals.
Director of Youth Ministry
2 Years 10 Months- Developed and implemented engaging youth programs aligned with community needs.
- Fostered partnerships with local organizations to enhance outreach initiatives.
- Led volunteer training sessions to cultivate leadership skills among youth leaders.
- Coordinated retreats and events, promoting spiritual growth and community engagement.
- Cultivated a welcoming environment that encourages youth participation and involvement in church activities.
- Enhanced youth engagement by implementing innovative programs and activities tailored to their interests.
- Established effective communication channels with parents, ensuring they were well-informed of ministry events and opportunities for involvement.
- Coordinated special events such as youth camps or retreats that strengthened interpersonal relationships among members while deepening their spiritual understanding.
- Initiated successful fundraising campaigns to support mission trips, retreats, and other large-scale events for the youth congregation.
- Recruited trained, and supervised a team of volunteers to support youth ministry initiatives, enhancing program efficiency and reach.
- Developed an annual budget for the youth ministry department, ensuring proper allocation of resources for various programs and events.
Education
Masters of Divinity - Master of Divinity
Skills
Relationship building
Strategic planning
Verbal and written communication
Decision-making
Problem-solving
Leadership development
Visionary leadership
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Director of Evangelization
Archdiocese of Saint Louis | St. Joseph
02.2009 - CurrentRead More
Coordinator of Youth Ministry
Archdiocese of Saint Louis | Office of Youth Ministry
05.1999 - 06.2005Read More
Director of Youth Ministry
Archdioceseof Saint Louis | St. Cletus
07.1996 - 05.1999Read More
Catholic Theological Union
Masters of Divinity from Master of Divinity
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