Arthur Slagle
Candler,NC
Summary
Compassionate Chaplain with expertise in spiritual care and grief support. Proven ability to facilitate impactful support programs and enhance emotional resilience in individuals and communities.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Squadron Chaplain
Air Force Auxiliary, Civil Air Patrol
Asheville, NC
01.2015 - Current
- Provided spiritual guidance and emotional support to service members and families during critical situations.
- Conducted memorial services, honoring fallen personnel and fostering community resilience.
- Facilitated training programs on ethical decision-making and crisis intervention for cadets.
- Collaborated with military leaders to address morale issues, enhancing unit cohesion and support systems.
- Serve as a Aircrew Scanner for disaster response.
- Designated Disaster Response Chaplain and Instructor, NESA
- Designated Mission Response Chaplain and Instructor,NESA
Hospice Chaplain
Hospice of the Caroline's South
Forest City, NC
05.2023 - 01.2025
- Provided spiritual support to patients and families during end-of-life care.
- Conducted regular visitations to assess emotional and spiritual needs of hospice clients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Facilitated grief counseling sessions for families coping with loss and bereavement.
- Provide Spiritual Support and comfort for all Hospice personnel and staff.
Director of Pastoral Care
Park Ridge Hospital (Advent Health Hendersonville )
Fletcher, NC
05.2003 - 06.2012
- Facilitated holistic care initiatives to enhance patient emotional and spiritual well-being.
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff to improve pastoral care delivery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to integrate spiritual support within patient care plans.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient needs, adapting services accordingly for optimal support.
- Served as Supervisory Chaplain for Pastoral Care Staff
- Provided Spiritual training for patient care chaplaincy
- Served as provider of devotions for staff, training, Conducted Services of Remembrance for families and staff for deceased patients.
- Advisor to President/CEO of Advent Health
Navy-Marine Corps Chaplain
United States Navy
Washington DC
10.1984 - 06.2000
- Provided spiritual support to service members and their families during critical life events.
- Conducted religious services, fostering community and morale among personnel.
- Developed and implemented programs addressing the emotional and spiritual needs of diverse populations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care for service members in crisis situations.
- Served as Navy Marine Corps Relief Society Liaison supervising 30 volunteers, providing financial support to Marines, Sailors and their dependents for emergency needs.
Education
No Degree - Religious Education
The Catholic University of America
District Of Columbia, MD05-1993
Master of Arts - Theological Studies
Andrews University, Theological Seminary
Berrien Springs, MI10-1984
Master of Arts - Religion And Systematic Theology
Andrews University School of Graduate Studies
Berrien Springs, MI05-1979
Bachelor of Arts - Theological Studies
Walla Walla College
College Place, WA08-1975
Skills
- Grief support
- Records management
- Spiritual care
- Ministry development
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 12 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 12 in the development of Creation Health facilitation program.
- Received the Meritorious Service Award from the Civil Air Patrol
- Awarded Squadron Chaplain of the Year Award for the Carolina Wing
- Served as the Pastoral Care training and education supervisor for Advent Health Medical Facilities South
Certification
- Adventist Chaplaincy Ministries Endorsed Chaplain since 1979
- Chaplain in the fields of Military, Healthcare, Teaching, Law Enforcement and Community.
Timeline
Hospice Chaplain
Hospice of the Caroline's South
05.2023 - 01.2025
Squadron Chaplain
Air Force Auxiliary, Civil Air Patrol
01.2015 - Current
Director of Pastoral Care
Park Ridge Hospital (Advent Health Hendersonville )
05.2003 - 06.2012
Navy-Marine Corps Chaplain
United States Navy
10.1984 - 06.2000
No Degree - Religious Education
The Catholic University of America
Master of Arts - Theological Studies
Andrews University, Theological Seminary
Master of Arts - Religion And Systematic Theology
Andrews University School of Graduate Studies
Bachelor of Arts - Theological Studies
Walla Walla College
Chapel of the Four Chaplain, Legion of Honor Award
This award is presented to individuals by the Chapel of Four Chaplains Foundation in recognition of my service to all people regardless of race or faith. This award symbolizes for all Americans and for all time the unity of this Nation, founded upon the Fatherhood of One God.