Chaplain Gerard L Miller Resume 2016
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Transcript of Chaplain Gerard L Miller Resume 2016
GERARD LEWIS MILLER444 Myer Avenue, Jackson, MS 39209 [email protected](256)-417-1064 (502)-240-8895
A dedicated seasoned veteran minister with 14 years’ experience seeking a challenging and rewarding position that welcomes the proven ability to provide pastoral care in a multi-cultural setting, while providing excellent level of care.
KEY QUALIFICATIONS:Ecclesiastically Endorsed by the Church of God in ChristMasters of Divinity, The Southern Baptist Theological SeminaryClinical Pastoral Education 4 Units Completion September 201614 years ministerial experience
Education:Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) Residency, G.V. Sonny VA Medical Center, Jackson, MS4 units (1600 hours) September 2015-currentClinical Pastoral education (CPE) Internship CAVCHES VA Medical Center 1 unit (400 hours) June 2015-August 2015Masters of Divinity, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, KY Christian Ministry December 2014 Bachelors of Science, Crichton College, Memphis, TNBiblical Studies/Minor in Psychology May 2007
Ministerial and Ecclesiastical Profile:Church of God in Christ, Inc. August 2012Ordained Elder Memphis, TN
Ecclesiastical Endorsed Church of God in Christ November 2012-currentMilitary and Institutional Chaplain
MILITARY SERVICEUnited States Army Rank: Specialist E4 MOS: Medic 1991-2001 Honorable Discharge
Ministerial/Chaplaincy Experience:Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery Medical Center Jackson, MSChaplain Resident Sept 2015-Sept 2016
Participates fully as a chaplain student in the Clinical Pastoral Education Program Served the newly admitted, pre and post-operative veterans, including the critically ill,
the terminally ill, substance abuse, ambulatory care and psychiatric units Addresses religious, spiritual, moral and ethical problems of veteran patients and provide
appropriate care to veterans, families and staff Contribute to the formulation and accomplishments of chaplaincy objectives and
activities by cooperating closely with colleagues and chaplain leadership Provide Counsel and pastoral support to veteran and immediate relatives of veteran
patients alleviating their anxieties
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Provide extensive and intensive pastoral counseling of individual veteran patients when necessary and appropriate
Perform sacraments and/or rituals to meet the unique needs of veteran patient religious faith group.
Participate actively on interdisciplinary teams/groups and committees to assure that the religious and spiritual dimensions of health and wellness are addressed in all aspects of holistic patient care
Communicate effectively with persons of diverse races, cultures, religions, nationalities, ages, and persons having varying types and degrees of disability, in order to understand and address their specific needs.
Document veteran patients care in accordance with chaplain service policies Served as a mentor to chaplain interns Respond to emergencies, traumas, deaths, end-of-life decisions and other spiritual care
matters within 30 minutes of request. Plan, conduct and oversee chapel service and communion Mentor volunteer chaplains and chaplain interns
Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) CAVCHES, Tuskegee, AL Chaplain Intern June 2015-August 2015
Participated fully as a chaplain student in the Clinical Pastoral Education Program Shadowed and assisted staff chaplain and CPE supervisor in daily operations of the
pastoral care department Assisted patients, providers and teams in translating religious/spiritual values into
effective living Provided pastoral counseling to patient and families Trained in the effective practices of pastoral care and chaplaincy service Participated in the chaplaincy planning and development process Learned to assess patient needs for spiritual support and provided necessary services and
interventions Maintained accurate documentation in patient charts and provided routine pastoral care. Planned and conducted chapel services
Church of God in ChristAssociate Elder 2012-present
o Davis Temple COGICo Draper Memorial COGICo Tabernacle of Praise COGIC
Provide ministerial support to senior pastor in planning and preparing sermons, events, meetings and service programs
Involve and equip volunteers by progressive training Preach and teach to the congregation in the fulfillment of its vision Provide assistance in conducting baptisms, weddings and funeral services Cooperate with all staff to promote entire ministry plan of the church Implement innovative evangelism techniques
Associate Minister 2003-2012
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o Tabernacle of Praise COGICo Miracle Temple of Deliverance COGICo Miller Temple COGIC
Coordinated pastoral care Planned and lead special occasion services such as Christmas, Easter, and Holy
Communion Assisted the Youth and Young Adult Pastor in success of various youth and young adult
initiatives Assisted in conducting baptisms, weddings and funeral services Delivered sermons as a back up to the senior pastor
Sunday School Superintendent 2007-2010o Miracle Temple of Deliverance
Oversaw the Sunday School program to ensure that Sunday School teachers had the materials necessary to teach their respective classes
Tabulated Sunday School attendance for quarterly church meeting Created and implemented a Sunday School growth model Improve ways to stimulate active participation in religious programs and set up aims and
objectives for these programs by working in cooperation with other ministry associates
OTHER PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCEComcast Cable 2013-2015Account Executive Huntsville, AL
Promoted sales of Comcast products Received incoming phone calls Resolved customer service issues Issued repair orders Handled and maintained customer accounts within an assigned territory Collaborated with team to ensure high level of sales
Jefferson County Public Schools 2007-2013Substitute Teacher Louisville, KY
Fulfilled the teaching requirements for the classroom teacher in his/her absence Provided a safe environment conducive to learning Proved the ability to work with the lesson plan left by the classroom teacher Established and even-handed and ethical atmosphere for all students Properly handled misconduct and disciplinary issues
STRENGTHS
Program Development Spiritual Formation and Consultation Interpersonal Relations Spiritual Program Administration Organization and Presentation
Excellent Communication Skills Leadership Development Grief Counseling Memorial Services
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