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Patrick O’Boyle

Frenchtown,NJ

Summary

Accomplished New Jersey State Prison Chaplain with a proven track record in pastoral care and administration skills. Excelled in delivering spiritual guidance and emotional support, significantly enhancing inmates' mental health and well-being. Spearheaded interfaith dialogue and developed comprehensive religious programs, showcasing exceptional communication and leadership. Renowned for transforming lives within the State of New Jersey's correctional system.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

New Jersey State Prison Chaplain

State of New Jersey
07.2023 - Current
  • Delivered grief counseling to inmates and staff, aiding emotional healing.
  • Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
  • Authored sermons, speeches and other religious materials.
  • Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations and other churches.
  • Worked with stewardship to promote responsible biblical stewardship.
  • Supervised associate pastors and staff leading education, youth, pastoral care, and older adult ministry programs.
  • Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
  • Applied knowledge regarding crisis interventions to assist in emergency situations.
  • Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
  • Managed office and maintained records and files to offload administrative duties from chaplain.
  • Researched and prepared materials used in Bible study and daily devotions.
  • Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
  • Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
  • Met with individuals, discussed issues compassionately and determined appropriate type of involvement to meet spiritual needs.
  • Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
  • Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
  • Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to residents, family members and staff.
  • Participated in staff training sessions to increase awareness of cultural diversity and importance of spirituality within the prison context.
  • Offered crisis intervention services to both inmates and staff following traumatic incidents within the prison facility.
  • Organized volunteer opportunities for local faith communities to engage with inmates through workshops or mentorship programs.
  • Coordinated with community organizations to provide resources and support for inmates'' religious needs.
  • Provided compassionate care to terminally ill inmates, ensuring comfort and dignity during their final days.
  • Collaborated with other chaplains to create interfaith events, promoting understanding among different religious groups within the prison.
  • Conducted regular assessments of inmate needs in relation to spiritual development, adjusting programs accordingly for maximum impact.
  • Assisted inmates in discovering a sense of meaning and purpose within their incarceration experience, promoting personal growth and selfreflection.
  • Served as an advocate for inmates'' religious rights, working closely with prison administration to address concerns or violations.
  • Developed partnerships with outside organizations to provide religious materials for inmates, ensuring access to spiritual resources.
  • Developed and implemented diverse religious programs for the inmate population, fostering a supportive environment.
  • Enhanced inmates'' spiritual well-being by providing pastoral care and counseling services.
  • Assisted inmates in developing coping strategies for stress management, improving their mental health and wellbeing.

Education

Masters Of Theology - Theology

Immaculate Conception Hall University
South Orange, NJ
12.2018

Skills

  • Administration skills
  • Pastoral care
  • Grief support
  • Nonviolent communication
  • Suicide prevention
  • Interfaith dialogue
  • Religious education
  • Prison ministry
  • Counseling expertise
  • Spiritual care
  • Sermon preparation
  • Bible studies
  • Materials preparation
  • Daily and weekly devotions
  • Worship participation
  • Spiritual counseling

Timeline

New Jersey State Prison Chaplain

State of New Jersey
07.2023 - Current

Masters Of Theology - Theology

Immaculate Conception Hall University
Patrick O’Boyle