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Franco Olak

Rapidan

Summary

Dedicated Bible worker with a deep understanding of scripture and skilled in public speaking, group leadership and pastoral care. Committed to guiding on spiritual matters, promoting spiritual growth, teaching the bible in a simplistic manner, mentoring teens and young adults, and supporting individuals with diverse backgrounds. Adept at building relationships and qualified to lead and organise small groups and congregations. Open-minded and committed to serving with utmost patience. Currently teaching youth and adult sabbath school, doing bible work in the community and teaching holistic agriculture at the Hartland Day Academy while helping to lead and develop the canvassing (colporteur) program at Hartland College.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Canvassing Team Leader

Michigan Conference Of Seventh-day Adventists
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Enhanced team productivity through consistent training, coaching, and performance evaluations.
  • Managed daily scheduling and operations of the canvassing team to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
  • Collaborated with other team leaders to share best practices, generate new ideas, and streamline processes.
  • Ensured accurate data collection and reporting by monitoring team performance and providing ongoing feedback.
  • Maintained a high level of professionalism within the team by setting clear expectations and leading by example.
  • Addressed any issues or conflicts within the team promptly, fostering a positive work environment for all members.
  • Collecting students' earnings as the head accountant and ensured that students' earnings were accurately verified and reported on a spreadsheet and sent t
  • Worked as the program head accountant, ensuring students' earnings were reported on a spreadsheet and sent to the local conference.
  • Planning and leading in song services and sharing devotional thoughts prior to students entering the field.
  • Organized and led morning devotion to inspire and encourage the student before canvassing.
  • Organised team-building recreational activities.
  • Residental men's dormitory dean

Bible Worker

Seventh-day Adventist Church-Victorian Conference
02.2019 - 12.2020

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • To give Bible studies
  • To find and follow up with people who are interested in having Bible studies
  • To provide support members of the local church and the community that fosters their spiritual growth and assist them in serving God, as directed by their Supervisors.

To execute the strategic objectives and priorities of the local church Ministry Team as directed by their Supervisor

Activities: Employment as a Bible Worker may include (but is not limited to):

  • Visitation with both attending and non-attending congregants
  • Taking Bible studies
  • Small group ministry leadership and development (if applicable)
  • Regular planning and review meetings with the Supervisor (weekly or as required), and if applicable, regular meetings with the designated local church ministry team and/or team leader
  • Involvement in outreach activities of the church
  • Prepared and distributed religious materials
  • Organised small group gatherings focused on fostering meaningful connections, providing biblical teaching, and promoting accountability among participants
  • Inspired increased involvement in mission work by emphasising its importance during sermons, classes, presentations, or one-on-one conversations
  • Provided pastoral counselling to individuals seeking guidance on personal matters related to their faith journey or life circumstances

Education

Diploma - Residential Health Education & Management

Acacia Life Academy
291 Maroondah Hwy Narbethong, VIC, Australia 3778
12.2018

High School Diploma -

Redbank Plains State High School
136 Willow Rd, Redbank Plains QLD 4301, Australia
11.2015

Skills

  • Fundraising abilities
  • Bible study facilitation
  • Resource management
  • Active listening
  • Public speaking
  • Time management
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Leadership qualities
  • Biblical knowledge
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Youth mentorship
  • Community outreach
  • Problem-solving
  • Critical thinking
  • Prayer guidance
  • Spiritual counseling
  • Classroom Organization
  • Spiritual Guidance
  • Youth Ministry Support
  • Visitor Greeting
  • Interpersonal skills

Timeline

Canvassing Team Leader

Michigan Conference Of Seventh-day Adventists
06.2023 - 08.2023

Bible Worker

Seventh-day Adventist Church-Victorian Conference
02.2019 - 12.2020

Diploma - Residential Health Education & Management

Acacia Life Academy

High School Diploma -

Redbank Plains State High School
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