TONGAI WEBESTER GOVERE
Evangelist Spiritual Leader Community Builder
Phone: +263-**-***-**** +263-**-***-****
Email: ********@*****.***
Address: Mvumila Road, Mpopoma South, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Professional Summary
Compassionate and dedicated pastor with over 12 years of ministry experience. Adept at preaching, teaching, counseling, and pastoral care. Proven track record of leading successful church growth initiatives and community outreach programs. Committed to spiritual development, leadership mentoring, and fostering inclusive, faith-driven environments.
Core Competencies
- Biblical Preaching & Teaching
- Pastoral Counseling & Care
- Worship Planning & Leadership
- Community Outreach & Evangelism
- Conflict Resolution & Mediation
- Church Administration
- Volunteer Coordination
- Public Speaking & Presentation
- Time Management & Organization
- Leadership Development
Work Experience
Evangelist
Miracle Gospel Ministries 2014 – Present
- Provide spiritual leadership and pastoral care to a congregation of over 200 members.
- Lead weekly worship services, deliver impactful sermons, and oversee church sacraments.
- Develop and implement discipleship programs and Bible study groups.
- Counsel individuals and families through personal, spiritual, and crisis challenges.
- Coordinate community outreach events including food drives, youth mentorship, and hospital visitations.
- Mentor and train assistant pastors, worship leaders, and ministry volunteers.
- Manage church administration, including budgets, fundraising, and strategic planning.
Assistant Pastor
Miracle Gate Chapel 2012 – 2014
- Assisted in leading worship services and weekly midweek programs.
- Conducted home visits, counseling sessions, and small group teachings.
- Supported outreach efforts, including street evangelism and missions trips.
- Facilitated youth ministry and provided guidance to the church’s young adult group.
- Worked collaboratively with church leadership on ministry planning and goal setting.
Education & Certifications
- Certificate in Biblical Foundation, Word of Life International Ministries – Dec 2012
- Paediatric and Adolescent Counselling Training, Mpilo Central Hospital – Oct 2011
- Leadership Training Program, Irisvale – Oct 2016
- Certificate Program in Nursing and Nutrition, Institute for Johns Hopkins Nursing – 2021
Languages
- English – Fluent
- Ndebele – Fluent
- Shona – Fluent
References
Available upon request