963 Menlo Ave.
pdliam@sbcglobal.net

Personal Information:
I've been a missionary in the Philippine jungle, raised four children, ran a business, and experienced a variety of other adventures as well. I graduated in May 2008 with my Masters in Christian Ministry from M.B.B.S. (Mennonite Brethren Biblical Seminary) and I have spoken into women's lives through personal counseling, Bible study, and retreat format. I've mentored and taught, worked with prisoners, and served as chaplain at three area hospitals, but these are only the start of my qualifications. I serve because of my failures, or rather what my failings have produced in me.

Twenty years ago I returned from the mission field in defeat, and subsequently lost my marriage and had to file bankruptcy. These losses are what made me begin to ask the serious questions about what difference Jesus Christ really makes in this life. This journey of discovery is why I serve with compassion and conviction. I'm a mother, a daughter, a wife, a student and a friend. I've counseled and taught, cried, prayed, and laughed through this journey called life, but mostly, I am His and He is mine - because of a cross. I'm passionate about that cross and I serve so that others may know Him.

Strengths:
Referencing Clifton Strengthsfinder Personal Inventory:
-Achiever "You have an internal fire burning inside you. It pushes you to do more, to achieve more...It is the power supply that causes you to set the pace and define the levels of productivity..."
-Restorative:"You love to solve problems...You enjoy the challenge of analyzing the symptoms, identifying what is wrong, and finding the solution."
-Focus: "Your focus is powerful because it forces you to filter; you instinctively evaluate whether or not a particular action will help you move toward your goal."

Education:
-M.A. degree, Christian Ministries - High Honors,Mennonite Brethren Biblical Seminary, Fresno CA. May

Professional Experience:
-Designed and operated an office machine, repair and supply company. Grew into a thriving multi-faceted business serving the Central Valley for seven years.
-Nationally board-certified in Financial Planning (CFP).
-Held multiple licenses by the SEC, used to establish pension plans for multiple clients.
-Designed and established a community wide, faith-based, marital/pre-marital counseling program.
-STAR (Seminars for Trauma Awareness and Resilience) certified by the Center for Justice and Peacebuilding
-Pastoral Counseling Certification (ongoing) through Link Care Center
-Conference speaker, including small groups, seminars and retreat formats.
-Designed and created Bible study materials. -Taught weekly Bible studies, counseling, monthly social events, fund-raising, and oversaw all aspects of pastoral care.
-Raised financial support for personal long-term missionary service.
-Planned, organized and prepared six-week survival training course.

Volunteer Experience:
-Head of Women's Ministry.
-Arranged a variety of ministries, activities, and classes to support and encourage women of various means and circumstances
-Five-year participant in ongoing, weekly, organized community service projects.
-Served as Chaplain for Community Regional Medical Centers and Children's Hospital.
-Three-year involvement in one-on-one prisoner rehabilitation program.

References Available on Request