Christopher Geml
Rustburg,VA
Summary
I am committed to following God’s calling as I prepare for a life of full-time ministry. Currently in the Chaplain Candidate Program (CCP) with the United States Air Force Reserves (USAFR), I aim to reenter active duty as a Chaplain, serving both God and Country, upon completing my board certification and the CCP, God willing.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Chaplain Candidate
USAF Reserves HC Headquarters
05.2022 - Current
- Hold ecclesiastical endorsement from a DoD-approved organization
- Annual on-the-job training with Active-Duty Chaplains
- Conduct religious services for Airmen and their families
- Protect free exercise of religion for all faiths
- Advise leadership on moral/ethical/morale related issues
Outreach Resident
Waymaker.Church
09.2023 - Current
- Ordained to conduct special religious ceremonies, including weddings, baptisms, and funerals
- Serve 2000+ members by offering spiritual care, counseling, and prayer
- Lead and coordinate grief and recovery groups, Bible studies, and service opportunities
- Provide spiritual and administrative leadership and manage outreach operations
Aircraft Mechanic
USAF
01.2008 - 05.2022
- KC-10 Flying Crew Chief for fleet of 32 aircraft, McGuire AFB, NJ
- Two Deployments in support of Operation Iraqi / Enduring Freedom
- Air Force One Interior Lead Crew Chief, Andrews AFB, MD
- Unit Training Manager, Presidential Logistics Squadron, Andrews AFB, MD
Youth Pastor
Oakland Baptist Church
05.2019 - 01.2021
- Oversaw a team of 15, successfully planning and executing 14 events
- Ministered to 30+ middle to high school aged students weekly
- Handled the planning and oversight of the annual youth budget
- Advisor to board of elders during 2020 COVID operations
Education
Master of Divinity - General Chaplaincy
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Religion And Christian Counseling
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2020
Undergraduate Certificate - Biblical Studies
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA01-2019
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL01-2011
Skills
- Active Listening
- Naturally Compassionate
- Counseling
- Altruistic in Crisis
- Self-Starter
Timeline
Outreach Resident
Waymaker.Church
09.2023 - Current
Chaplain Candidate
USAF Reserves HC Headquarters
05.2022 - Current
Youth Pastor
Oakland Baptist Church
05.2019 - 01.2021
Aircraft Mechanic
USAF
01.2008 - 05.2022
Master of Divinity - General Chaplaincy
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Religion And Christian Counseling
Liberty University
Undergraduate Certificate - Biblical Studies
Liberty University
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Technology
Community College of The Air Force
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