Lawrence Prasad
VIC
Lawrence brings a wealth of ministry experience to his role as a Professional Pastoral Supervisor within Partners in Ministry. Lawrence enjoys accompanying individuals on their unique journeys, creating a safe space for supervisees to embrace Pastoral Supervision. He loves equipping individuals with the tools needed for lasting growth, and supporting church leaders to be healthy and effective in ministry.
With many years of ministry experience, Lawrence has served local church communities, leading Healing Rooms, mentoring Young Adults, engaging in Prophetic Ministries, and contributing on various Boards and not for profits. His expertise extends beyond the local church, having also served as the Events Director for Catch the Fire Australasia, a ministry birthed from Revival in Toronto in 1994 which has impacted the world with the Father’s love. Today Lawrence still serves the Catch The Fire Movement in Australia as Co-Director of Restore Ministries.
Lawrence's unbridled passion is evident in his mission to see individuals thrive in their respective spheres of influence, while confidently walking in their unique callings, giftings, and abilities.
Lawrence’s sessions are a dynamic fusion of Professional Supervision with a pastoral focus, Prayer Ministry, and Spiritual Direction. He effortlessly weaves a prophetic dimension and contemplative pause into his approach, facilitating God's transformative presence.
Lawrence draws on his rich spiritual heritage rooted in Catholic Charismatic traditions, Lawrence's spiritual journey has encompassed various denominations and faith communities over the years. His continuous journey of service is currently based in a local Pentecostal church in Richmond Victoria, where he enjoys contributing to this community of faith.
Beyond his extensive ministry experience, Lawrence brings over a decade of invaluable expertise in event management, retail, and marketing within corporate settings.
Lawrence's qualifications include a Graduate Certificate in Professional Supervision (Clinical & Pastoral) with a natural lean towards a pastoral emphasis. He holds a Graduate Certificate in Spirituality, a Diploma of Ministry (Leadership), a Diploma of Leadership & Management, and certifications in Christian Ministry & Theology and Prayer Ministry. He is currently enjoying a Spiritual Direction Formation Program, and also enrolled in a Graduate Diploma of Spirituality at the University of Divinity, further enriching his spiritual supervision and direction.
He is an active member of various professional organizations, including Australasian Association of Supervision (AAOS), Chaplaincy Australia Supervision Program (CA), Spiritual Care Australia (SCA), Crosslink Christian Network (CCN), the Australian Network for Spiritual Direction (ANSD), The Living Well Centre for Christian Spirituality (LWC) and the Association for Pastoral Supervision and Education UK (APSE).
Lawrence's commitment to ministry, inner-healing, and personal development shines through his multifaceted journey and qualifications, making him a beacon of guidance and transformation for those he serves.