Karen Moore
Pearland
Summary
Knowledgeable minister with 23 years of experience in ministry and a background as Chaplain Resident. Provided spiritual care and emotional support in diverse and challenging environments, fostering strong relationships with patients and families. Demonstrated counseling skills and empathetic communication to address various spiritual needs.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chaplain Resident
Harris Health System - Ben Taub General Hospital
08.2024 - Current
- Offered pastoral counseling to individuals struggling with life challenges, fostering personal growth and resilience.
- Established effective rapport with diverse patient populations by demonstrating empathy, active listening, cultural sensitivity.
- Participated in didactic sessions and education seminars.
- Counseled employees requesting emotional or spiritual support.
- Evaluated effectiveness of chaplaincy interventions by obtaining regular feedback from patients, family members, colleagues.
- Provided crisis intervention for patients and families experiencing trauma, grief, or loss, offering comfort and guidance.
- Initiated crisis assessment and intervention skills in emergency situations.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and seminars to further enhance chaplaincy skills.
- Maintained accurate records of chaplain visits and pertinent patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Minister
Silverlake Church
05.2009 - Current
- Served a congregation of over 500 members as a Minister for the past 4 years
- Developed and implemented spiritual growth programs for the congregation
- Planned and led weekly worship services, including sermons, prayers, and other devotional activities
- Mentored young adults in the church, providing guidance and counseling
- Provided pastoral care to members of the church, including offering pastoral counseling and spiritual guidance
Chaplain
The Reserve Memory Care and Assisted Living
04.2017 - 07.2024
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure holistic patient care
- Provides direct spiritual care
- Evaluates spiritual needs, interventions, outcomes and devises a plan of care and documents in electronic health records
- Provides leadership for chapel service and other support for patients and staff; including sacramental ministry as needed
- Participates as clinical spiritual care provider on interdisciplinary teams and initiatives throughout acute care and ambulatory services
- Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to residents, family members and staff.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for holistic patient care, addressing both physical and emotional needs.
Director of Ministry
Pearland Christian Community Church
01.2000 - 08.2008
- Managed and directed religious education programs and activities for a large congregation
- Collaborated with staff and volunteers to create engaging programs and activities
- Represented the organization at events and meetings in the community
- Provided guidance and support to staff and volunteers
Education
Masters of Ministry -
Covenant Theological Seminary
Greenville, North Carolina07.2025
Bachelor of Ministry -
Covenant Theological Seminary
Greenville, North Carolina09.2021
Skills
- Empathetic listening skills
- Expert in creating inclusive environments
- Adept at collaborating with diverse groups to promote healing and personal growth for patients
- Microsoft proficient
- Communication
- Adaptability
- Collaboration / Teamwork
- Emotional intelligence
- Grief support
- Sermon preparation
- Mental health awareness
- Pastoral care
- End-of-life care
Certification
- 4 Units of Clinical Pastoral Education, ACPE - August 2025
- Certificate of License, Pearland Christian Community Church - May 2004
- Ministers Development Institute Diploma, Light Christian Institute of Ministry - May 2002
Timeline
Chaplain Resident
Harris Health System - Ben Taub General Hospital
08.2024 - Current
Chaplain
The Reserve Memory Care and Assisted Living
04.2017 - 07.2024
Minister
Silverlake Church
05.2009 - Current
Director of Ministry
Pearland Christian Community Church
01.2000 - 08.2008
Masters of Ministry -
Covenant Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Ministry -
Covenant Theological Seminary
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