Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Stephen Chris Thornton

1204 Castlewood Dr. Rockingham,NC

Summary

Experienced leader with a proven track record in guiding diverse teams towards achieving organizational goals. Expertise in resource management and crisis intervention, ensuring efficient operations. Strong problem-solving abilities and active listening skills, with ability to enhance collaboration and team dynamics.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pastor

Hannah Pickett Community Church
Rockingham, North Carolina
04.2019 - 06.2025
  • Delivered spiritual leadership for weekly services and special events.
  • Developed and communicated weekly sermons that incorporate sound biblical doctrine alongside pertinent life topics.
  • Offered spiritual guidance and support to individuals, couples, and families, navigating a range of personal and spiritual issues.
  • Facilitated with the Church Board in administering church budget, guaranteeing effective distribution of resources for programs and infrastructure demands.

Small Engine Mechanic

Monroe's Small Engine Repair
Rockingham, NC
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Operated hand tools and power tools to conduct repairs and assembly tasks.
  • Communicated with customers to provide service updates and recommendations.
  • Followed safety procedures while handling tools and equipment during repairs.
  • Replaced worn or defective parts with new ones.
  • Utilized hand tools such as wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers.

Chaplain

Richmond County Hospice
Rockingham, NC
04.2012 - 04.2024
  • Orchestrated, established, and upheld comprehensive spiritual care plans fulfilling hospice patient and family needs.
  • Facilitated support for patient spiritual needs during end-of-life care.
  • Delivered education, consultation, and support to hospice staff concerning spiritual care.
  • Supervised Church Outreach Program, organizing activities and services as professional liaison with clergy and pastoral providers within community.

Education

Ordination - Biblical Studies

Open Ministry
San Diego, CA
02-2013

Biblical Studies Specialty - Biblical Studies

Rhema Bible College
Broken Arrow, OK
12-2012

Some College (No Degree) -

Richmond Community College
Rockingham, NC

Some College (No Degree) -

Sandhills Community College
Southern Pines, NC

Skills

  • Resource management
  • Crisis intervention
  • Conflict resolution
  • Active listening
  • Safety compliance
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Team collaboration

Certification

Hospice and Palliative Care Certification for Chaplains from California State University Institute of Palliative Care, 2014

Affiliations

  • Membership of the Chaplain Board Association
  • Co-Chair Lead for Relay for Life of Richmond County 2016-2019
  • Board Member for the Pee Dee Pregnancy Center for 2 years

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Small Engine Mechanic

Monroe's Small Engine Repair
01.2024 - 06.2024

Pastor

Hannah Pickett Community Church
04.2019 - 06.2025

Chaplain

Richmond County Hospice
04.2012 - 04.2024

Ordination - Biblical Studies

Open Ministry

Biblical Studies Specialty - Biblical Studies

Rhema Bible College

Some College (No Degree) -

Richmond Community College

Some College (No Degree) -

Sandhills Community College