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Dr. Jane Carr is a Professor of Christian Ministries in the Undergraduate Division at Biola University's Talbot School of Theology. She holds a Ph.D. from Talbot School of Theology, an M.S. from Cal State University of Fullerton, and a B.S. from Biola University. With over 20 years of pastoral experience in Southern California churches, Dr. Carr specializes in Children's Ministry and Leadership Development. She founded CMPros, an international network for Children's Ministry professionals, and her research focuses on job satisfaction among ministry staff. She is a certified executive leadership coach, trained in tools like the Gallup StrengthsFinder and Myers-Briggs Type Inventory. Her work spans academic writing, professional coaching, and ministry program development.
Dr. Carr's research interests include leadership development, children and family ministries, and volunteer management. Her publications include Thriving as a Single in Ministry (2020), chapters on children's spirituality and mentoring, and articles in Children’s Ministry Magazine. Her 2000 doctoral dissertation analyzed job satisfaction among Children's Ministry professionals, influencing higher education approaches in ministry training.
Her professional affiliations include the North American Professors of Christian Education and the International Coaching Federation. She has presented at conferences like NAPCE on topics such as internship programs and children’s spirituality. Though no formal grants or awards are listed, her contributions to ministry leadership and coaching methodologies are widely recognized in her field.
Dr. Carr’s expertise extends to managing ministry teams, designing effective internships, and addressing challenges faced by single ministry professionals. Her work bridges academic rigor with practical ministry applications, emphasizing sustainable leadership practices and holistic staff development.
