Cynthia R Bishop
Massillon,OH
Summary
Pursuing opportunities in retail after transitioning from ministry, aiming to explore new professional avenues.
Overview
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Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Pastor
Hope House 4 Women Church of the Nazarene
Canton, OH
08.2011 - 06.2026
- Trained volunteers and provided Bible study, spiritual counseling, and community-based support for women transitioning from inpatient treatment to transitional living at Hope House, fostering their recovery journey.
- Supplied essential hygiene items, clothing, and basic needs to homeless women and prostitutes weekly in Canton, Ohio, through a Christian sober transitional housing program, addressing immediate needs and promoting dignity.
- Perform intakes, interviews, and assessments for new clients.
- Build recovery plans with new clients and support transport to meetings and appointments.
Associate Pastor
Massillon Church of the Nazerene
Massillon, Ohio
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Provided pastoral care and spiritual counseling, supporting women's recovery and transition journeys
- Led worship services and preached sermons, fostering spiritual growth and community engagement at Hope House 4 Women Church of the Nazarene
- Planned ministry programs that promoted Church of the Nazarene teachings and values, enhancing congregational participation
Women's Pastor
Massillon Church of the Nazarene
Massillon, OH
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Provided guidance to women facing personal challenges in church and community settings. in church and community through personal challenges such as divorce, abuse, and addiction, and fostering healing and resilience.
- Led pastoral care visits, counseling, and spiritual support for church families.
- Delivered sermons and worship messages for the Massillon Nazarene congregation.
- Coordinated planning of worship services with staff and volunteers for church events. with staff, volunteers, and ministry leaders.
Ordained Minister
Church of the Nazarene
- Preached worship messages for Church of the Nazarene congregations.
- Led pastoral care for members, families, and visitors.
- Conducted prayer meetings and devotional gatherings.
- Officiated baptisms, weddings, and funeral services.
- Coordinated outreach ministries and community service activities.
- Served on committees charged with making important decisions about the direction of the church's ministries.
Education
Associate degree - Human and Social Service, Chemical Dependency
Stark State College
Canton, Ohio01-2017
Associate Degree - Ministry Program
Mount Vernon Nazarene University
Mount Vernon, Ohio01-2014
Skills
- Client evaluation
- Case management
- Recovery strategy
- Service coordination
- Community outreach
- Ministry programming
- Pastoral care
Certification
Chemical Dependency Counseling Assistant II (licensed through 2019), Ordained Minister in the Church of the Nazarene since June 2013
Interests and Activities
I enjoy anything to do with recovery for women and invest my spare time, when I find some, to help those who are being human trafficked in our city. I have grandchildren and spend time with them when I have free time.
Volunteer Experience
Hope House 4 Women of Stark Co, Inc., My position at Hope House 4 Women of Stark Co, Inc. was all volunteer. I do not receive any monetary compensation for the work I do there.
Qualifications
- 15 years' work experience in the field of recovery and women's ministry.
- Stark State College Associate degree in Social Work/Chemical Dependency graduated 2017
Awards Received
Received the Top Thirty award from Aultman Hospital for being the administrator of Hope House 4 Women, a community-based non-profit in Stark County. 2015
Computer Skills
Microsoft Office 2010, SOQUIC Client Assessment Tool
Timeline
Lead Pastor
Hope House 4 Women Church of the Nazarene
08.2011 - 06.2026
Associate Pastor
Massillon Church of the Nazerene
01.2010 - 01.2013
Women's Pastor
Massillon Church of the Nazarene
01.2010 - 01.2013
Ordained Minister
Church of the Nazarene
Associate degree - Human and Social Service, Chemical Dependency
Stark State College
Associate Degree - Ministry Program
Mount Vernon Nazarene University