Terry Priester Jr
Starkville
Summary
Compassionate Ordained Minister recognized for highly productive and effective community outreach skills. He specialized skills are in pastoral care, effective written communication, and community outreach. He excels in active listening, empathy, and leadership, utilizing these gentle skills to foster strong relationships and to support patients, clients, and community members effectively.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
ORDAINED MINISTER
CHRISTIAN GLOBAL OUTREACH MINISTRIES
Birmingham
04.2019 - Current
- Conducted weekly worship services and special religious ceremonies such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, confirmations, and ordinations.
- Coordinated volunteer programs within the church that provided assistance to those outside its walls.
- Provided spiritual guidance and counseling to members of the congregation.
- Performed administrative duties related to the functioning of the church such as budgeting, fundraising, personnel management and record keeping.
- Facilitated small group sessions for members seeking spiritual enrichment or emotional support.
- Encouraged meaningful dialogue among different generations concerning matters of faith within the congregation.
- Worked in hospitals, nursing homes and private homes to provide comfort and counsel to those in need.
- Developed relationships with other churches in order to facilitate cooperative programs between them.
- Organized outreach activities in the local community to promote church programs and membership growth.
- Prepared sermons, Bible studies, prayers and other religious materials for use during services.
- Led weekly Bible study groups for adults or children.
- Participated in denominational meetings representing the local church.
- Administered communion, baptisms and other religious rites.
- Administered education, youth, social action, fellowship and pastoral care ministry programs.
- Officiated weddings and led funeral services for church members.
- Studied and interpreted religious laws, doctrines and traditions.
- Met with individuals in hospitals and staff, offering comfort and support.
- Planned ceremonies, services and events in service to patients.
- Provided patients pastoral care.
- Carried out church mission by planning and leading worship services, working with church leaders.
UMC PASTOR
MS. CONF. STARKVILLE DIST. UMC
Brooksville
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Engaged in public speaking engagements at civic organizations or other churches.
- Developed long-term strategies for growth of the ministry.
- Created discipleship programs for youth and adults.
- Led Bible study classes and facilitated small group discussions.
- Managed social media accounts for the purpose of promoting upcoming events or services.
- Coordinated fundraising activities to meet financial goals of the organization.
- Compiled monthly reports summarizing progress towards meeting organizational objectives.
- Developed weekly sermons and delivered them during Sunday services.
- Participated in ministerial conferences and other professional development opportunities.
- Assisted with administrative tasks related to church operations such as managing budgets, scheduling staff meetings.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among church members.
- Organized special events such as weddings, baptisms, funerals.
CHAPLAIN RESIDENT
SUNNY MONTGOMERY VA MEDICAL HOSPITAL
Jackson
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Provided education to health care personnel on topics related to spirituality and its impact on healing.
- Assisted in creating a safe environment for the expression of spiritual concerns through empathetic listening skills.
- Developed individualized care plans for patients based on their spiritual needs.
- Organized and led religious services such as prayer meetings, bible studies, and worship services.
- Collaborated with doctors, nurses, social workers, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care for each patient's physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing.
- Participated in hospital committees focused on improving the quality of patient care.
- Researched ethical issues related to medical decision making and end-of-life care.
- Facilitated group sessions for patients dealing with grief and loss.
- Provided spiritual and emotional support to patients, families, and staff.
- Conducted pastoral visits to hospitalized individuals.
- Served as an advocate for those without a voice in order to ensure their rights are respected throughout their healthcare experience.
- Facilitated bereavement groups for family members who have experienced a loss.
- Attended multidisciplinary team meetings providing input regarding the holistic approach to treatment plans.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Educated patients about faith-based practices that could be incorporated into their daily lives.
- Coordinated memorial services honoring those who have passed away while under the facility's care.
- Counseled individuals facing difficult life decisions or crises.
- Gathered information and prepared materials for use in daily devotions, prayer meetings and Bible studies.
- Delivered high level of spiritual guidance, emotional support and practical assistance to patient's and staff.
- Assessed spiritual needs of patients, residents, family members, physicians, associates and volunteers.
- Responded quickly when paged for disasters or drills.
- Related effectively with clergy and individuals from variety of faith and non-faith traditions.
- Provided pastoral assistance and support to both patients and loved ones during crisis situations.
- Handled emotionally disturbing situations.
- Met with individuals in hospitals and palliative care, to comfort and support.
- Visited, counseled, and prayed with community members to provide pastoral care.
- Instructed and guided individuals converting to new faith.
- Planned special ceremonies, services and events in coordination with families and individuals.
- Referred families and individuals to community support services, psychologists, or doctors for necessary care.
- Officiated weddings and led funeral services for church members.
- Administered communion, baptisms and other religious rites.
CHAPLAIN INTERN
(TACC) TRAINING AND CARING COUNSELING CENTER
Atlanta
01.2016 - 04.2016
- Maintained records of all spiritual care provided to patients.
- Attended meetings with medical personnel regarding patient care plans or directives.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Counseled individuals dealing with grief and loss due to illness or death of a loved one.
- Assessed emotional and spiritual needs of patients during pre-admission process.
- Cultivated relationships with community clergy members who could assist in providing spiritual resources for patients.
- Researched current trends in health care ethics, theology, and pastoral counseling techniques.
- Provided guidance on ethical issues related to medical treatments and procedures.
- Provided spiritual care and support to patients, families, and staff in a health care setting.
- Led prayer services at weekly chapel gatherings.
- Participated in multi-disciplinary team conferences concerning patient progress or changes in treatment plan.
- Collaborated closely with individuals to better understand unique issues and determine appropriate levels of involvement to meet spiritual needs.
Education
4 Units CPE - CLINICAL PASTORAL EDUCATION
(ACPE) SONNY MONTGOMERY VA MEDICAL CENTER
08.2016 - 08.2017
1 Unit CPE - CLINICAL PASTORAL EDUCATION
(ACPE) TACC
01.2016 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Science - CRIMINAL JUSTICE HOMELAND SECURITY
Saint Leo University
Saint Leo, FL 01.2010 - 05.2011
Master of Divinity - Pastoral Care And Counseling
THE INTERDENOMINATIONAL THEOLOGICAL CENTER (GAMMON)
Atlanta, GA 05.2001 -
Skills
- Pastoral counseling
- Spiritual care
- Crisis intervention
- Community engagement
- Emotional support
- Conflict resolution
- Pastoral care
- Family support
- Empathy development
- Grief support
- Spiritual counseling
- Mental health awareness
Timeline
UMC PASTOR
MS. CONF. STARKVILLE DIST. UMC
07.2023 - 07.2024
ORDAINED MINISTER
CHRISTIAN GLOBAL OUTREACH MINISTRIES
04.2019 - Current
CHAPLAIN RESIDENT
SUNNY MONTGOMERY VA MEDICAL HOSPITAL
08.2016 - 08.2017
4 Units CPE - CLINICAL PASTORAL EDUCATION
(ACPE) SONNY MONTGOMERY VA MEDICAL CENTER
08.2016 - 08.2017
CHAPLAIN INTERN
(TACC) TRAINING AND CARING COUNSELING CENTER
01.2016 - 04.2016
1 Unit CPE - CLINICAL PASTORAL EDUCATION
(ACPE) TACC
01.2016 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Science - CRIMINAL JUSTICE HOMELAND SECURITY
Saint Leo University
01.2010 - 05.2011
Master of Divinity - Pastoral Care And Counseling
THE INTERDENOMINATIONAL THEOLOGICAL CENTER (GAMMON)
05.2001 -