Claude Shue
Parsons,KS
Summary
Seasoned professional with achievements in providing spiritual leadership to individuals of diverse backgrounds. Highly adept in preparing sermons, leading worship services and providing pastoral care and counseling. Skilled in directing day-to-day operations when developing programs to grow ministry and outreach. Compassionate Pastor with ability to manage responsibilities efficiently and productively. Possess specialized skills in pastoral care, community outreach, and sermon development. Excel in communication, empathy, and leadership, ensuring effective ministry and positive community impact. 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
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastor for Celebrate Recovery
Faith United Methodist Church Of Lombard
Parsons, KS
08.2022 - Current
- Recruited volunteers for various ministries within the church.
- Coordinated fundraising activities to meet financial goals of the organization.
- Met with individuals seeking counseling or advice on personal matters.
- Established relationships with local businesses to benefit the congregation.
- Developed long-term strategies for growth of the ministry.
Senior Minister
Faith United Methodist Church Of Lombard
Parsons, KS
01.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented religious programs for the congregation.
- Provided pastoral guidance to members of the church.
- Organized and facilitated weekly worship services.
- Conducted weddings, funerals, baptisms, and other sacraments.
- Assisted in developing outreach programs to help those in need.
- Preached sermons that addressed contemporary issues and topics.
- Maintained relationships with local churches, organizations, and community leaders.
- Established meaningful connections with individuals who were seeking spiritual growth and healing.
- Facilitated small group meetings for prayer, study, fellowship, and mentoring.
- Encouraged congregants to become involved in service projects within the community.
- Evaluated current practices and developed new strategies for effective ministry operations.
- Oversaw volunteer program by recruiting volunteers and providing training opportunities.
- Resolved conflicts between church members while preserving confidentiality and dignity.
- Collaborated with other clergy from other denominations on joint projects.
- Carried out church mission by planning and leading worship services, writing sermons and working with church leaders.
- Visited, counseled, and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
- Reached out to unchurched, new residents or inactive church members.
- Planned special ceremonies, services and events in coordination with families and individuals.
Chaplain
Federal Bureau Of Prisons
El Reno, OK
05.2008 - 05.2013
- Facilitated group discussions on religious topics such as prayer, scripture, faith, and morality.
- Conducted individual counseling sessions with individuals seeking spiritual guidance.
- Organized weekly worship services for service members and their families.
- Helped facilitate interfaith dialogues among different religious groups within the organization.
- Advocated for policies that protect the rights of those who practice minority religions.
Chaplain
Army National Gaurd
Norman, OK
05.2008 - 05.2013
- Provided spiritual and emotional support to members of the military and their families.
- Conducted individual counseling sessions with individuals seeking spiritual guidance.
- Organized weekly worship services for service members and their families.
- Assisted in developing programs that promote holistic well-being for those served.
- Developed a system for tracking pastoral care visits to ensure all individuals are receiving necessary services.
- Served as a liaison between the chaplaincy team and local churches or other religious organizations.
- Helped facilitate interfaith dialogues among different religious groups within the organization.
- Advocated for policies that protect the rights of those who practice minority religions.
Correctional Officer
Federal Bureau Of Prisons
El Reno, OK
12.1991 - 05.2008
- Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
Education
Master of Divinity -
Phillips Theological Seminary
Tulsa, OK12-2005
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, KS05-1987
High School Diploma -
Parsons Sr High School
Parsons, KS05-1976
Skills
- Preaching
- Preparing weekly sermons
- Staff Leadership
- Inspirational leadership
- Discipleship
- Mission-oriented
- Sermon Preparation
- Grief counseling
- Crisis Intervention
Timeline
Pastor for Celebrate Recovery
Faith United Methodist Church Of Lombard
08.2022 - Current
Senior Minister
Faith United Methodist Church Of Lombard
01.2022 - Current
Chaplain
Federal Bureau Of Prisons
05.2008 - 05.2013
Chaplain
Army National Gaurd
05.2008 - 05.2013
Correctional Officer
Federal Bureau Of Prisons
12.1991 - 05.2008
Master of Divinity -
Phillips Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Pittsburg State University
High School Diploma -
Parsons Sr High School
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