Robert Neace
Abingdon,VA
Summary
Seasoned minister with extensive experience in delivering impactful sermons and providing spiritual guidance. Proven ability in end-of-life care and leading community outreach initiatives, fostering strong relationships within the congregation. Expertise in strategic planning and implementation of spiritual education programs, enhancing congregational engagement. Recognized for compassionate counseling and conflict resolution skills, contributing to community development and effective church leadership.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
State Minister
Church of God in Virgina
Christiansburg, Virginia
04.2012 - Current
- Serve as a pastor to pastors.
- Provide resources to churches and their leadership.
- Represent the Church of God in Virginia on a national level.
- Serve as a member on our National Credentials team.
Pastor
Abingdon First Church of God
Abingdon, Virginia
01.1997 - Current
- Develop sermon topics, aligning messages with the church's mission and values.
- Facilitate Bible study groups that serves to promote deeper understanding of scripture among participants.
- Provide spiritual guidance and direction to church members.
- Meet with individuals seeking counseling or advice on personal matters.
Hospice Chaplain
Hospice of Southwest Virginia
Wytheville, Abingdon, VA
07.2005 - 03.2012
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure holistic patient care.
- Developed and led memorial services for families and communities.
- Offered emotional support through active listening and compassionate dialogue.
- Documented spiritual care interventions in patient records accurately.
- Provided pastoral care for the patient and family members through visits, phone calls, and other means of communication.
Pastor
Mountain View First Church of God
Saltville, Virginia
10.1993 - 11.1996
- Provided spiritual counseling to individuals and families in need of spiritual support.
- Began a nursing home ministry that thrives to this day.
Pastor
West Side Church of God
Murphysboro, Illinois
09.1990 - 09.1993
- Led weekly worship services, engaging the congregation through preaching and teaching.
- Active in home and hospital visitation.
Education
Ph.D. - Pastoral Ministries
Lake Charles Bible College
Lake Charles, LA08-2009
Master of Divinity - Pastoral Ministries/Theology
Lake Charles Bible College
Lake Charles, LA08-2006
High School Diploma -
Murphysboro High School
Murphysboro, IL06-1983
Some College (No Degree) - Pre Med
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Carbondale, ILSome College (No Degree) - Pastoral Ministries
Mid-America Bible College
Oklahoma City, OKContinuing Education Credits - Pastoral Ministry
Anderson School of Theology/Center For Christian L
AndersonSkills
- Spiritual counseling
- Leadership training
- Conflict resolution
- Emotional support
- Active listening
- Public speaking
- Compassionate dialogue
- Mentoring relationships
- Holistic patient care
- Self motivation
- Discipleship
- Team building
- Biblical interpretation
- Congregation Engagement
- Religious leadership
Certification
Ordained in the Church of God in August, 1995
Timeline
State Minister
Church of God in Virgina
04.2012 - Current
Hospice Chaplain
Hospice of Southwest Virginia
07.2005 - 03.2012
Pastor
Abingdon First Church of God
01.1997 - Current
Pastor
Mountain View First Church of God
10.1993 - 11.1996
Pastor
West Side Church of God
09.1990 - 09.1993
Ph.D. - Pastoral Ministries
Lake Charles Bible College
Master of Divinity - Pastoral Ministries/Theology
Lake Charles Bible College
High School Diploma -
Murphysboro High School
Some College (No Degree) - Pre Med
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Some College (No Degree) - Pastoral Ministries
Mid-America Bible College
Continuing Education Credits - Pastoral Ministry
Anderson School of Theology/Center For Christian L