Dennis Shelton
Oak Lawn,IL
Summary
Accomplished Pastor and Chaplain, bringing more than 30 years experiences in ministry and providing expertise in cultivating and shepherding various communities. Overseeing Churches throughout Illinois and providing leadership development for Pastors and ministers in training. Communicate well when speaking and committed to contributing to the spiritual formation of discipleship. Excited to bring wisdom, knowledge and spiritual leadership to growing church.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastor
Anointed Word Worship Center
06.2013 - Current
- Preside over the liturgical services, the Eucharist, offering counseling to those going through difficult times.
- Provides spiritual care through prayer, visitation and officiating special services such as weddings and funerals.
- Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church and managed daily operations.
Chaplain
OSF Little Company Of Mary Hospital
10.2005 - Current
- Visited and counseled patients, families, and staff concerning death and dying by providing direct spiritual care.
- Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to residents, family members and staff.
- Offered bereavement support to surviving loved ones following a patient's passing, facilitating healing during a delicate time frame.
Airport Sales Agent
Continental / United Airlines
06.1998 - 08.2014
- Handled cash transactions securely and accurately while maintaining accountability for daily cash reconciliation reports.
- Trained agents in an Airport setting, functioned as counter and gate agent.
- Ensured accurate documentation for all bookings made on behalf of individual travelers or groups, minimizing errors that could lead to dissatisfaction or loss of revenue for the airline.
Dean / Instructor
Living Witness Theological Seminary
09.1999 - 02.2013
- Member of the Board and Instructor of Theology. Coordinator and assisted in planning the curriculum for the school.
Education
Master of Arts - Master of Arts in Ministry
Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, IL05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies / Minor, Sociology
Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL05.2003
Skills
- Preaching
- Teaching
- Pastoral Counseling
- Pastoral Care
- Spiritual leadership
Timeline
Pastor
Anointed Word Worship Center
06.2013 - Current
Chaplain
OSF Little Company Of Mary Hospital
10.2005 - Current
Dean / Instructor
Living Witness Theological Seminary
09.1999 - 02.2013
Airport Sales Agent
Continental / United Airlines
06.1998 - 08.2014
Master of Arts - Master of Arts in Ministry
Olivet Nazarene University
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies / Minor, Sociology
Saint Xavier University
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