Hi, I’m
Richard Bowler
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Spiritual Leader with 15 years of experience in both pastoral and crisis ministry. Accomplished in helping community members strengthen relationships with God by guiding individuals throughout service activities.
Empathetic Addictions Case Manager and Chaplain at Hope Mission, adept in spiritual care and crisis management. Demonstrated success in enhancing client self-understanding and fostering strong relationships. Skilled in pastoral counseling and staff education, ensuring compassionate, effective care and support across diverse settings.
Familiar with common, secular working life through a variety of jobs in transportation, non-profits, retail and additional.
Overview
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Hope Mission
Addictions Case Manager
05.2016 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Managed crisis situations with empathy and professionalism, ensuring client safety and continuity of care.
- Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
- Educated clients on spiritual truth and the possibility of new life, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
Hope Mission
Chaplain
06.2014 - 05.2016
Job overview
- Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to the homeless and staff.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for holistic patient care, addressing both physical and emotional needs.
- Developed relationships with staff, resulting in increased trust and rapport during difficult times.
- Provided spiritual care through chapels, counseling, and prayer.
- Led programs such as worship, study, and fellowship opportunities.
- Conducted crisis intervention sessions with individuals experiencing severe emotional distress, providing comfort and support during critical times.
Jasper Park Baptist Church
Senior Pastor
09.2001 - 03.2012
Job overview
- 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.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Nurtured a culture of volunteerism within the church community by developing opportunities for individuals to contribute their unique skills and talents in service to others.
Education
Regent CollegeVancouver, BC
Master of Arts from Christian Studies
05.2000
Concordia UniversityMontreal, QC
Bachelor of Arts from English Literature And Creative Writing
05.1991
Tyndale UniversityToronto, ON
Bachelor of Arts from Religious Studies
05.1989
Skills
- Service planning
- Written and verbal communication
- Staff education and training
- Relationship Building
- Spiritual care
- Teaching
- Pastoral Care
- Pastoral counseling
Certification
Formerly with the Canadian Baptists of Western Canada, now with the Evangelical Free Church of Canada
Accomplishments
Editor-in-Chief, undergraduate paper, Toronto
Street Mission volunteer/ Pioneer Kids helper, Montreal
Co-leader Young Peoples Group, Vancouver
Operator and Improver of Foodrunners Program, Vancouver
Children's Mission participant, Albania
Alpha Course Coordinator, Jasper
Contributor for column in local paper, Jasper
Dental Mission helper, Rwanda
Deacon/ Building Committee, video producer, Edmonton
Memorial officiator and video producer, Edmonton
Pulpit Supply, Edmonton, Bon Accord
Humanitarian Mission, Honduras
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