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2011

 


 

Executive Pastor
Austin, TX

 

Executive
Pastor
Bellevue, WA

 

Minister of Women
Dallas, Texas

 

 

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Great Resumes Make a Great First Impression

 

I've used your website as an aide in the development of a resume, and for advice concerning the job search and interview process.
Chris Freeland

 

What makes a great resume?

Compelling and Attractive
Stand out from the Crowd

Here are David's unvarnished, personal perspectives on great resumes. These are some of the "all time great" resumes that have been sent to David and are used with permission. David has hired scores of Ministers and looks at hundred of resumes each year. Also, check out these pages:

Now, for some great resumes ...

Paul Hofstetler

hofstetler newhofstetler oldThis is a resume that Realtime Republic Design has redone. Check out the difference between the old version and the new one.

Paul is a missionary returning to the states. His first version was a real "snooze."

He needed to: draw attention to his main points, have a sense of purpose and direction, add some color, add a photo and make it stand out from the crowd!

 

Justin Senesi

senesiHere is a cover letter and resume that will knock your socks off. Justin Senesi said about writing his resume:

 

 

Evan Miller

millermillerHere is a young guy who wants to serve Christ. Evan sent me his resume and asked for some advice.

I said, "Evan, give your resume a make-over. Dress it up so that people can easily see your experience and abilities."

He got back to me with a revised resume. Take a look and enjoy his fine work.

Evan shows what cane be done a resume with some hard work, creative thinking, and good graphics.

 

Walt Pitman

pitmanWalt's XP resume has experience in a large church of 1,000 and a super large church of 5,000. Walt is doing what more and more have found great: he is using his own website to bring together all sorts of professional information about himself, walt.pitman.com

 

Mark Dougharty

doughartyMark presents an excellent XP resume, with an emphasis on "executive."

 

Rob Bollinger: XP Resume

bollingerbollingerRob has an extremely strong resume. Most ministry resumes are now running 4-6 pages and his is right at the 6 page limit. I see many resumes and this one is a standout.

 

Amanda Herron: a Children's or Family Ministry Position

herronherronAmanda's old resume was plain and colorless. She wants to work with kids and parents, so how should she present herself? Take a look at her new resume.

The result is a resume that does a great job of positioning her for a terrific ministry position. It lets the reader know of her gifts and experiences.

 

John Allison: Worship Pastor Resume

Since writing the comments for Buzz Matthews (below), I have come across another example of simple elegance. John Allisons' resume, like John, is articulate and thought provoking:

 

Buzz Matthews: Youth Pastor Resume

In the last five years, I have reviewed over one thousand resumes as I fill staff positions. Only twice have I asked a potential candidate for permission to post his/her resume on XPastor. Buzz Matthews' resume is outstanding with a simple elegance:

 

Judd Dickey: XP Resume

Judd's resume is clear and articulate. He combines good graphics, photos and text. His education is a strong asset for an XP role, as is his business background.

Judd uses the 5 Functions to explain how he can help a local church.

The first page is strong, with more primary information on the second page. The third and fourth pages contain data that "I will read if I am interested in him as a candidate." Page five has great references. Most ministry resumes are now about five pages and follow a similar format.

 

J.P. Gradone: XP Resume

While not as graphically appealing as the other resumes on the Great Resumes page, J.P.'s resume is a prime "executive" resume:

 

Chris Vogelsang: Pastor of Small Groups

Chris developed the best cover page to a resume that I have seen. See the first page of his resume.

Because of this resume, Chris got an immediate phone call, which is virtually unheard of in our search process. As a candidate who lives locally, I invited him to lunch and heard his story. This resume stood out from 35 others and got immediate attention!

Because of Chris' resume, good contacts and God's providence, Chris is now the Pastor of Small Groups in a Fellowship Church.

 

John Gibson: Pastor of College

What a great resume to read! Take a look at John's original resume and then at John's revised resume:

Because of John's resume, good contacts and God's providence, John is now the Pastor of College and Young Singles at Creek Baptist Church in Allen, Texas.

 

Cricket Keith: Women's Minister

On the basis of this great resume, Cricket got a wonderful position in ministry! Check out Cricket's original resume and also Cricket's revised resume

 

Christy McFarland: Outreach Minister

Because of Christy's resume, good ministry expereince and God's providence, Christy is became the Assistant Minister of Singles & Local Outreach at Northwest Bible Church of Dallas. Christy's resume

 

 

Rick Parks: 2005 & 2009

The 2005 resume for was for an Associate Director position

Rick is now the Associate Director of Seeds International. One of their projects: "Project Seedbag provides children around the world with their own Bible, a 14 week children's Bible study, Seedlings, which covers the basic foundations of the Christian faith. Trained local teachers guide and mentor these children through the first steps of their Christian walk."
Rick Parks' 2005 resume.

parksRick created a new resume in 2009. He said: