Brigitta Remole
Pastor
Portland,OR
Summary
I grew up in a variety of different cultures and have a deep respect and sensitivity for different world and spiritual perspectives. I am a minister in the United Church of Christ. The UCC is progressive and inclusive of all people, irregardless of religion, gender, sexual orientation, race, economic status or physical and mental abilities.
I bring 33 years of experience walking alongside families and individuals in various seasons of their lives, often with those who are dying. I am comfortable being in people's homes and I enjoy working in hospital settings.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Designated Term Pastor
First Congregational, UCC Portland
Portland, OR
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Assisted congregation in addressing grief and anger over the abrupt departure of former pastor. Engaged in adaptive visioning and implementation for post-covid institutional needs.
Provided pastoral care and counseling to members and church friends.
Referred families and individuals to community support services.
Let support groups, both in-person and virtually.
Engaged in public speaking engagements with nonprofits.
Intentional Interim Minister
St. Paul's United Church of Christ
Seattle, WA
06.2020 - 06.2022
- Demonstrated effective leadership to church, including managing daily operations, developing and administering annual budget and promoting compassionate pastoral care to members and public.
- Planned special ceremonies, services and events in coordination with families and individuals.
- Provided pastoral counseling to individuals in need of guidance or comfort.
Education
Master of Social Work - Clinical Focus
New York University
New York, NY05-1994
CPE- 2 Basic; CPE- 1 Advanced - Hospital Residency Program
Columbia Presbyterian Hospital
New York08-1989
Masters of Divinity -
Yale Divinity School
New Haven, CT05-1988
CPE- 1 Basic - Chronic Mental Illness
Fairfield Hills State Mental Hospital
Newtown, CT08-1987
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies
Carelton College
Northfield, MN06-1983
High School Diploma -
The American School of Kinshasa
The Democratic Republic Of Congo06-1979
Trained Intentional Interim Minister -
Interim Ministry Network
Skills
- Trained Mediator
- Training in Substance Abuse Counseling
- Grief Counseling
- Staff Leadership
- Community Engagement
- Public speaking
- Teaching
Certification
Ordination 01/1990
Timeline
Designated Term Pastor
First Congregational, UCC Portland
08.2022 - 01.2024
Intentional Interim Minister
St. Paul's United Church of Christ
06.2020 - 06.2022
Master of Social Work - Clinical Focus
New York University
CPE- 2 Basic; CPE- 1 Advanced - Hospital Residency Program
Columbia Presbyterian Hospital
Masters of Divinity -
Yale Divinity School
CPE- 1 Basic - Chronic Mental Illness
Fairfield Hills State Mental Hospital
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies
Carelton College
High School Diploma -
The American School of Kinshasa
Trained Intentional Interim Minister -
Interim Ministry Network
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