Lisa Elliott
Magnolia,OH
Summary
Dynamic leader and compassionate caregiver with extensive experience as a Senior Pastor at Church of The Open Door and Hospice Chaplain at Community Hospice. Excelled in pastoral care, sermon writing, and organizational leadership, enhancing congregational growth and providing spiritual support. Demonstrated proficiency in officiating and crisis response, significantly impacting community and individual lives.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Pastor
Church of The Open Door
01.2009 - Current
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Led effective pastoral care for congregation members, providing spiritual guidance and support during times of crisis or need.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Enhanced spiritual growth for church members through regular pastoral counseling sessions and personalized guidance.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Built strong relationships with community organizations, collaborating on projects that aligned with shared values and goals.
- Led dynamic worship services on a weekly basis, fostering an atmosphere of spiritual reflection and connection for congregants.
- Expanded missions outreach efforts to include partnerships with international organizations, increasing global impact on communities in need.
- Facilitated spiritual growth opportunities through small group leadership development, empowering lay leaders to take on increased responsibilities within the congregation.
- Managed budgets responsibly, allocating funds appropriately to support ongoing ministry initiatives and maintaining the long-term financial health of the church.
- Directed special events such as weddings or funerals with sensitivity to individual needs while upholding religious traditions unique to each situation.
- Provided crisis response and counseling to church members.
Hospice Chaplain
Community Hospice, Nka Ohio's Hospice
09.2016 - 09.2022
- Communicated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to obtain pertinent information regarding patient's condition, family dynamics, and health care teams' understanding of need for spiritual care.
- Responded to code blues and other emergencies to verify patient identity and engage and support family.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient interactions, ensuring continuity of care across interdisciplinary team members.
- Conducted personalized memorial services for patients who passed away, honoring their memory and supporting loved ones through the grieving process.
Professional Court Reporter
Hill Court Reporters
11.1982 - 04.2013
- Demonstrated versatility in various court settings, including civil, criminal, family law, and administrative hearings.
- Provided exceptional customer service when interacting with clients such as law firms, corporations, government agencies, or private individuals requiring transcription services.
- Supported litigators in preparing deposition questions, leading to more effective questioning strategies.
- Preserved confidentiality of sensitive information while managing high-profile cases involving prominent individuals or organizations.
- Reviewed transcriptions for accuracy in grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
Education
Ordination Certificate - Pastoral Ministry
National Conservative Christian Church
SarasotaAssociate of Applied Science - Court Conference Reporting
Stark State College
Canton, OH05-1982
Skills
- Teaching
- Organizational leadership
- Pastoral care
- Congregational care
- Officiating
- Preaching
- Discipleship training
- Sermon writing
- Sermon preparation
- Biblically based
Timeline
Hospice Chaplain
Community Hospice, Nka Ohio's Hospice
09.2016 - 09.2022
Senior Pastor
Church of The Open Door
01.2009 - Current
Professional Court Reporter
Hill Court Reporters
11.1982 - 04.2013
Ordination Certificate - Pastoral Ministry
National Conservative Christian Church
Associate of Applied Science - Court Conference Reporting
Stark State College
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