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John Bilowith

Waterford,ME

Summary

I believe my history as both a pastor and hospice chaplain has provided me with opportunities to serve the community. Encouraging others to service, educating them and providing support as they step out in new experiences. I enjoy working with an interdisciplinary team. I believe my past experience aligns well with the goals of the position of Volunteer Coordinator. I look forward to the opportunity of growing as I learn this role and develop relationships with staff and the community being served.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience

Work History

Interim Pastor

Carthage Union Church
Carthage, ME
12.2025 - Current

Coordinate worship services, ensuring cohesive themes and meaningful experiences for congregants.

Provided pastoral care through counseling sessions

Artist

Grace To You
Waterford, ME
04.2023 - Current

Specializes in watercolor imagery of shadow and light. My work is not just art; it is a visual sermon, exploring how the light of Christ penetrates even the darkest valleys.

https://gracetou.org

Travel Secialist

Staples
Lewiston, ME
01.2024 - 08.2025
  • Began Federal Background search process for clients seeking expedited travel as part of TSA. Staples stopped this program in August 2025

Interim Pastor

First Congregational Church of Pownal
Pownal ME
12.2024 - 06.2025
  • Coordinated worship services, ensuring cohesive themes and meaningful experiences for congregants.
  • Provided pastoral care through counseling sessions, addressing individual needs and fostering well-being.

Pastor

Grace Fellowship
Oxford, ME
10.2022 - 10.2023
  • Led worship services, creating engaging and spiritually enriching experiences for congregation members.
  • Provided pastoral care and counseling, addressing individual needs and fostering community support.
  • Developed educational programs, enhancing spiritual growth and biblical understanding among attendees.
  • Coordinated outreach initiatives, connecting church with local communities and promoting service opportunities.

Department Manager Auto

Walmart
Waterville, ME
01.2019 - 10.2022
  • Led team in achieving operational goals through effective scheduling and resource allocation.
  • Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing discrepancies and improving accuracy.
  • Trained and mentored staff on best practices for customer service and product knowledge.

Chaplain

Beacon Hospice 207-621-1212
Augusta, ME
2015 - 2019
  • Provided emotional and spiritual support to patients and families in hospice care settings.
  • Conducted regular visits to assess patient needs and offer tailored counseling services.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.

Education

Masters in Ministry - Biblical Counseling

Masters Internnational University of Divinity
Evansville, IN
2007

Bachelors in Church Ministries - Church Minitries

Maryland Bible College And Seminary
Baltimore, MD
05-1997

3 Year Certificate - Pastoral Studies

Stevens School of The Bible
Lenox, MA
05-1984

No Degree - Fashion Design

Art Institute of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
05-1980

High School Diploma -

Clifton Senior High School
Clifton, NJ
05-1978

Skills

    1- Quick overview of my professional journey - 40 years in ministry and education, coordinating volunteers for large events 600 plus volunteers with over 3000 attendees This gave me insight into community needs and prepared me well for the role of Hospice Volunteer Coordinator

    2- Coordinated volunteers to meets the needs in a healthcare setting Helped develop training and coordinated a college based outreach to a local HIV based Nursing Home Focused on companion care and emotional support for patients Many residents were from homeless back ground The team helped improve their quality of life through compassionate engagement

    3- As a Hospice Chaplain, I worked as part of an interdisciplinary team to support patients and their families through home visits Providing emotional and support and spiritual care Helped coordinate services like honoring veterans, coordinating special memories for patients and families

Timeline

Interim Pastor

Carthage Union Church
12.2025 - Current

Interim Pastor

First Congregational Church of Pownal
12.2024 - 06.2025

Travel Secialist

Staples
01.2024 - 08.2025

Artist

Grace To You
04.2023 - Current

Pastor

Grace Fellowship
10.2022 - 10.2023

Department Manager Auto

Walmart
01.2019 - 10.2022

Chaplain

Beacon Hospice 207-621-1212
2015 - 2019

Masters in Ministry - Biblical Counseling

Masters Internnational University of Divinity

Bachelors in Church Ministries - Church Minitries

Maryland Bible College And Seminary

3 Year Certificate - Pastoral Studies

Stevens School of The Bible

No Degree - Fashion Design

Art Institute of Pittsburgh

High School Diploma -

Clifton Senior High School
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