Anderson, Megan
Bon, Brin
Chatfield, Jenifer
Condon, Sarah
Kemp, Rowena
Lukens, Matthew
Phillips, Beth
Prosser, William
Rupp, Tuesday
Sharp, Katherine
Sommer, Timothy
Thomas, Elaine
Welsch, Matthew

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Megan Anderson
megan.anderson@yale.edu
Candidate for Holy Orders from the Diocese of Northern California seeking a position in an Episcopal faith community utilizing passion and experience in mission, facilitative leadership, relational organizing, and evangelism.
Profile
Yale Divinity School, New Haven CT
Master of Divinity with Anglican Studies Diploma, anticipated May 2013

University of California, Davis
Bachelor of Arts In Religious Studies with Honors, 2009
Education
New York, NYThe Episcopal Church Center 
Missional Initiatives Consultant2012-present
Survey the core practices of missional ministry leaders based on one to one interviews of noteworthy leaders in two denominations
  • Present findings in a series of online presentations offered as coaching for emerging missional leaders over the next 3 years
  • Findings plus feedback to be published in an edited collection of essays offered to leaders of new expressions of ministry
New York, NYEpiscopal Standing Commission on Mission and Evangelism 
Co-Chair2009-present
Lay Leader on Commission and member of Contextual Mission Sub-Committee
  • Plan and facilitate meetings for Episcopal, Clergy, and Lay members
  • Research mission and evangelism across the Episcopal Church
  • Collaborate with members on goals and writing resolutions
  • Report findings and recommendations to the General Convention
The Episcopal Peace Fellowship at General Convention 
Young Adult Initiative Co-Coordinator2011-2012
Recruited and trained 8 young adult leaders from across the Episcopal Church to participate in the Young Adult Initiative at General Convention
  • Taught church structure and governance
  • Coached legislative advocacy, resolution writing and public testimony
  • Consulted from my leadership in the previous 3 General Conventions
New Haven, CTEpiscopal Church of St. Paul & St. James 
Seminary Intern2011-2012
Academic year internship in intentionally redeveloping inner-city Parish with innovative Jazz mass liturgy
  • Assisted clergy in Sunday worship leadership including setting the table, leading prayers, serving at the altar, and acolyting
  • Preached 2 sermons and 3 children's messages per semester without notes
  • Participated in monthly vestry meetings and weekly worship planning
  • Led key parish leaders and vestry members in community organizing and relational story-telling practices
New Haven, CTHospital of St. Raphael 
Chaplain Internsummer, 2011
Earned one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education credit at this Level Two Trauma Center
  • Provided pastoral care to Extensive Rehab Unit and Extended Care Facility
  • Completed 24-hour on-call shifts as scheduled to respond to emergencies, deaths, and pastoral care requests hospital-wide
New Haven, CTThe Episcopal Church at Yale University 
Seminarian2010-2011
Academic year internship at the Episcopal Campus Ministry of Yale University
  • Led weekly ecumenical Bible studies
  • Assisted clergy in Sunday worship duties as Sub-deacon
  • Met with students on a one to one basis for pastoral care and support
  • Assisted students in program and mission planning
Boston, MAThe Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts 
Micah Project Fellow2009-20010
Served as an Episcopal Service Corps Member
  • Worked at the Trinity Education for Excellence Program in the Trinity Boston Foundation; assisted with student leadership development, mentoring, tutoring, advocacy, volunteer recruitment, and administration
  • Lived in intentional community rooted in prayer and social justice action
  • Engaged in the leadership of a community organizing campaign on local poverty alleviation through the church
Ministry Experience
Davis, CAThe Belfry 
Student Ministry Assistant at Lutheran Episcopal Campus Ministry2007-2009
Peer Minister for students at the University of California, Davis
  • Planned weekly social and religious gatherings for students, plus special events such as campus-wide lectures
  • Recruited students for programs and increased participation three-fold
  • Advised peers on social and faith issues and extended regular invitations to join worship community
  • Represented the ministry at provincial and national conferences
  • Tracked donors and gifts in database program
Tahoe City, CANoel Porter Camp and Conference Center 
Program Staff2004-2007
Worked as Clergy Assistant and Nurse for 4 summer seasons
  • Led 30-75 youth weekly in programs, daily chapel, and field trips
  • Worked closely with chaplains, developed new youth oriented liturgy
  • Cared for campers’needs, assisted parents and other staff members
  • Trained in community organizing and public narrative from professionals at the Kennedy School at Harvard University 2009-2010
  • Member of multiple General Convention Deputations, Diocesan task forces, and call process committees
  • Leadership team member of Episcopal Evangelism Network 2010-present
  • Attended Inclusivity Training facilitated by Allies For Change, 2012
  • Trained in several models of large and small group facilitation including The Art of Hosting and FTE Vocation Care
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Brin Bon
brin.bon@yale.edu
Candidate for Holy Orders in the Diocese of Utah seeks educational, parish, or non-profit position that will blend experiences in preaching, spiritual formation, pastoral and life-span Christian Education, with commitments to social justice ministries, particularly those centered on food.
Profile
Yale Divinity School, New Haven CT
Candidate, Master of Divinity, 2013

Berkeley Divinity School at Yale, New Haven, CT
Candidate, Diploma in Anglican Studies, 2013

University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT
Bachelor of Arts, 2008
Education
Cheshire, CTSt Peter's Episcopal Church 
Seminarian InternSeptember 2012 - present
  • Provide leadership during Sunday worship including preaching, reading lessons, saying prayers, and assisting at the Eucharist
  • Presented several Adult Forums on food and spirituality, the ethics of eating, and religious farming and agricultural communities
  • Developed a four-week series on food and faith with parishioners interested in finding spiritual and biblical connections with their daily meals
  • Led Children's Christian Education workshop rotation, engaging children in cooking "manna bars" while discussing God's gift of food
  • Currently designing a program based on the methods of appreciative inquiry and holy listening to assess and address the spiritual needs of the parish's families with the hope of developing opportunities for parents and children to enrich their spiritual lives
West Park, NYHoly Cross Monastery 
Seminarian InternSeptember 2011 - May 2012
  • Engaged retreat participants in spiritual reflection, prayer, and Bible study in the context of the Benedictine monastic tradition
  • Preached sermons on lectionary-based texts at the monastery and at parishes in the surrounding area
  • Created and taught a weekend-long program on silent prayer focusing on journaling and contemplative prayer practices
  • Led three sessions of a Lenten retreat on the Lamentations of Jeremiah
Relevant Experience
Norwalk, CTNorwalk Hospital Spiritual Care Department 
Chaplain InternJanuary 2013 - present
  • Provide pastoral care in medium sized hospital
  • Chaplaincy rotations include Pediatrics, General Medical/Surgical, and the Emergency Department
  • Prepare monthly interfaith service that is televised on the hospital's closed circuit television system
New Haven, CTYale Divinity School 
Community Life Committee Co-coordinatorSeptember 2012 - May 2013
  • Manage budget of $27,000 used to fund over 30 standing student organizations and several social events during the academic year
  • Plan major social and educational events including Advent Party, Spring Fling, and the week-long All School Conference exploring race, racism, and the American prison system
  • Coordinate with student leaders to provide financial and material support for student group activities
Salt Lake City, UTUniversity of Utah 
Academic CoordinatorJune 2008 - March 2010
  • Advised students regarding coursework, assessed progress toward academic goals and graduation, and counseled students regarding career goals
  • Coordinated with Undergraduate Faculty Advisor and Graduate Faculty Advisor to ensure successful organization and implementation of Undergraduate and Graduate academic programs
  • Managed the daily operations of the Undergraduate and Graduate programs, including scheduling classes, ordering course materials, updating department’s website, and maintaining accurate and timely communication of program information between the department and its faculty and students
  • Planned and coordinated development activities in the department in order to increase student enrollment in Philosophy and to cultivate potential donors to the program.
Salt Lake City, UTYWCA Teen Home 
Teen Home AdvocateFebruary 2005 - July 2006
  • Supervised clients in a residential program for teenage mothers and their children.
  • Collaborated with coworkers to develop and provide education and resources to clients.
  • Assisted residents with daily activities using an empowerment-based educational model, which encouraged them to develop strategies for transitioning to independent living.
  • Reviewed and maintained records for residents including documenting their individual progress, as well as developing and evaluating program goals and requirements.
Other Professional Experience
  • Presented the workshop "Being Mindful of God's Bounty: A Bible Study" for the Nourish New Haven Conference, Yale Divinity School, February 24, 2013
  • Wrote three reflections on food, hunger, and scripture for the Episcopal Relief and Development Lenten Meditation Guide published by Episcopal Media Center, Lent 2013
  • Presented the workshop "Food and Faith: Many Tables, One Meal" at the Episcopal Church Women's Triennial Convention, July 9 and 10, 2012
  • Assisted in planning and facilitating panel on Food and Faith for Diocese of New York committee on Food, Farming, Faith, and the Future, June 12 - 14, 2012
  • Attended Growing Food and Faith Conference at The Procter Center, London, OH, May 10 - 14, 2012
  • Co-founded and co-led Young Women Seminarian Group at Yale Divinity School, est. February 2012
  • Co-chair of Berkeley Divinity School's Student Council, St Luke's Committee, academic year 2011 - 2012
  • Fundraising Fundamentals for Non-Profits, University of Utah Professional Education class, June 10, 2008.
  • Major Gifts, University of Utah Professional Education class, June 19, 2008.
  • Fundraising Strategies, University of Utah Professional Education class, July 29, 2008.
Skills And Qualifications
  • 3rd Place Prize in Women's Skillet Toss, Orange County Fair, October 2012
  • Elected as Berkeley Divinity School Representative to Episcopal Seminary Leadership Conference, 2011 and 2012
  • Invited to attend the Episcopal Preaching Foundation's Preaching Excellence Program for Seminarians, May 27 - June 1, 2012
Honors And Awards
 
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Jenifer Chatfield
jenifer.chatfield@yale.edu
Candidate for Holy Orders from the Diocese of Los Angeles with extensive experience in the arts, seeks an Assistant Rector position in a lively, creative, inclusive parish with a focus on worship, family, and Christian education for all ages.
Profile
Yale Divinity School, New Haven CT
Candidate, Master of Divinity, May 2013

Berkeley Divinity School at Yale, New Haven CT
Candidate, Diploma in Anglican Studies, May 2013

Institute of Sacred Music at Yale, New Haven CT
Candidate, Certificate, May 2013

University of California, Los Angeles
MFA Film, Television and Digital Media, 2005

Circle in the Square Theatre School, New York City
Certificate in Acting and Performance, 1988

University of California, Irvine
BA Drama, 1985
Education
New Haven, CTBerkeley Divinity School 
Chapel Minister2012-2013
Academic year chapel minister for Berkeley Divinity School
  • Collaborate with a four-person team to conceptualize, organize, and execute seven Episcopal services per week, utilizing traditional and non-traditional liturgical materials within the Anglican Communion to include: Daily Morning Prayer with Eucharist and/or Sung Morning Prayer (Rite I, Rite II and Enriching Our Worship), Evensong, and a weekly Holy Eucharist serving a congregation of approximately 150 persons.
  • Work with and assist guest Celebrants, faculty and visiting bishops with Holy Eucharist services.
  • Collaborate with choral conductors and organists in the planning of liturgy.
  • Minister in a pastoral capacity to respond to the needs and concerns of students within the scope of worship.
  • Supervise and instruct peers in varied liturgical components of worship.
New Haven, CTChrist Church 
Seminarian Intern2011-2012
Academic year intern for a diverse, urban, socially progressive Anglo-Catholic parish in the heart of New Haven and the Yale community.
  • Preached regularly and assisted as subdeacon weekly in Sunday services which included Morning Prayer, low Mass (Rite I), Holy Eucharist with hymns (Rite II), and sung Solemn High Mass (Rite I); and feast days.
  • Responsible for creating and leading seasonal religious education activities and instruction for a small group of children ages 2-9 years-old. This multi-age group focused on the areas of Baptism, Lent and Easter.
  • Helped to facilitate Parish involvement in the Midnight Run, bringing food and clothing to local shelters for homeless men.
Beverly Hills, CAAll Saints Church 
1995-2010
Parishioner; participated in all congregational aspects of parish life in this socially and economically diverse, inclusive, parish, as well as in the following various leadership roles:
  • Education For Ministry(EFM) Mentor--Led groups of lay leaders through a four-year Christian education course in the areas of church history and biblical studies. Helped participants to discern their call to lay ministry.
  • Regular leadership in Sunday services in liturgical capacities: Subdeacon, Verger, and Minister of Ceremonies.
  • Sponsored and instructed adult catechumens in the preparation for Baptism.
  • Served as a Lay Eucharistic Minister providing pastoral care and communion to the infirm and housebound.
Los Angeles, CAAll Saints Highland Park 
Summer InternJuly, August 2011
Assisted at Spanish Speaking Sunday Eucharist. Participated in the Service of the Word in Spanish.
Los Angeles, CAGood Samaritan Hospital 
Chaplain InternSummer 2010
Earned one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education credit during summer program at this inner city hospital
  • Responded to all emergencies when on duty as well as routine rounds
  • Attended to pastoral emergencies in the neo-natal intensive care unit, assisting families, in both English and Spanish, with pastoral care, prayer and sacrament, as requested.
  • Provided pastoral care to patients and families in the intensive care unit, pre-op, and recovery floors.
  • Collaborated with nurses, doctors and families with end of life issues and decisions as needed.
  • Led chapel worship for patients, staff and visitors
Ministry Experience
Los Angeles, CASelf-Employed 
Post Production Supervisor of Feature Films1999-2008
  • Supervised the Post Production process of feature films. Worked for major film studios and independent companies on a variety of projects. Collaborated with producers, bond companies, lawyers, directors, editors, composers and other talent to insure that the films were completed in compliance with the director’s creative vision and the producer's financial obligations. Duties included creating and maintaining schedules, developing and managing budgets, coordinating technical and creative aspects of the filmmaking process from the end of principle photography to the delivery of the final film product to distributors.
Los Angeles, NYCPerformer 
1989-2001
Performed as an actress, singer and voice-over artist in various television, film and theatre venues ranging from Broadway to local Los Angeles theatre companies.
  • Member of the Screen Actors Guild, Actor's Equity Association and The American Federation of Television and Radio Artists.
Other Professional Experience
  • Proficient in leading worship in Spanish.
  • Elected to the Spiritual Formation Committee, Yale Divinity School, 2011-12
  • Certificate, Anti-Racism training, Berkeley Divinity School at Yale, 2012
  • Certificate, Negotiating Boundaries in Pastoral Relationships, YDS 2011
  • Level 1 training in 'Catechesis of the Good Shepherd' (3-6yr olds), 2006-07.
Additional Skills And Experience
  • Full three-year academic scholarship, Institute of Sacred Music at Yale 2010-2013
  • Liturgical Studies Prize, Institute of Sacred Music, 2011
  • Entertainment Partners Scholarship for Excellence in Film Producing, 2005
Honors And Awards
 
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Sarah Condon
917-331-8164
sarahtcondon@gmail.com
30 Bedford Road
Armonk, New York 10504
Education
Yale Divinity School, New Haven CT
Candidate, Master of Divinity, 2013

Berkeley Divinity School at Yale, New Haven CT
Candidate, Diploma in Anglican Studies, 2013

University of Mississippi, Oxford MS
Bachelor of Arts in Southern Studies, 2005
Ministry Experience
Seminary Intern2011-present
Episcopal Charities
New York, NY
Academic year intern for the outreach arm of the Diocese of New York. Episcopal Charities funds and supports a range of parish-based programs in the greater New York area.
  • redesigned and implemented new programming for diocesan-wide Episcopal Charities Sunday, including new Sunday School curriculum for adults and children, theological reflections, the creation of a promotional video and also arranged for materials to be made available in Spanish
  • participated in Board Meetings on a regular basis with special attention paid to non-profit budget management
  • advised on future use of social media and further parish involvement in order to expand the reach and influence of the organization
  • analyzed data from Episcopal Charities Sunday work to understand how we can improve the packet for the coming year
Seminary Intern2010-2011
St. Luke's Church
Darien, CT
Seminary Intern at this resource -sized (over 400 people on a Sunday) parish located in a major commuting area for New York City.
  • preached five times a year at 8am and 10am worship services
  • regularly led worship at 5pm Sunday alternative worship service; also preached extemporaneously at this service
  • led children's chapel (ages 3-10) and instructed Vacation Bible School classes (ages 6-8)
  • attended and participated in staff meetings involving liturgical and parish programming planning
  • assisted in pastoral care needs of community based on needs expressed by Parish Pastoral Care Committee
  • demonstrated flexibility and resourcefulness in navigating internship during a period of significant staff transition
Student Chaplainsummer, 2010
New York Presbyterian Psychiatric Hospital
White Plains, NY
Earned one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education credit during summer program at this Psychiatric Hospital.
  • offered pastoral care and immediate attention to patients on the Geriatric and Eating Disorder units
  • created spiritual programming for Geriatric units based on poetry, hymns, and scripture
  • participated and led small group discussions with Eating Disorder patients around concepts of self respect and personal growth
Postulant for Holy Orders2006-2008
Church of the Epiphany
New York, NY
Postulant for the priesthood and parish volunteer at this pastoral sized (150 people on a Sunday) congregation.
  • preached occasionally
  • taught Sunday School curriculum for children ages 6-10
  • aided in leading the 20's/30s group in fellowship and prayer
  • served liturgically as chalicist on a regular basis
Other Professional Experience
Administrative Assistant2007-2010
The Episcopal Diocese of New York
New York, NY
Administrative Assistant and Greeter at this diocesan headquarters which serves the people of Manhattan, the Bronx, Staten Island, Westchester County, and the greater New York area.
  • assisted in the organization of major events for the clergy and laity of the diocese
  • supported clergy staff in daily worship services at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine
  • volunteered with prison chaplain for the Diocese of New York
  • planned for and welcomed the many global visitors to the diocese
  • created new databases, directories, and manuals to improve the functional abilities of the diocesan office
Advertising Manager2006-2007
Additude and Adoptive Families Magazines
New York, NY
Advertising staff member at jointly owned magazines for parents who have children with Attention Deficit Disorder (Additude) and parents who have adopted children (Adoptive Parents).
  • designed magazine and online advertisement
  • improved online resource database for adoption
  • sold premium listings and online/magazine advertisement
Additional Skills And Qualifications
  • facilitated church growth, particularly in young families
  • experience in church website design (http://www.ststephensarmonk.org)
  • adept in social media and online newsletter creation
  • beginning Spanish
Honors And Awards
Grey Coterie Prize for Southern Studies Undergraduate Paper, 2005
Chancellor’s Honor Roll, The University of Mississippi, 2001-2005
Lambda Sigma Honor Society, The University of Mississippi, 2002
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Rowena Kemp
rowena.kemp@yale.edu
Candidate for Holy Orders from the Diocese of Connecticut seeks pastoral position that will utilize gifts and skills in pastoral care, Christian formation, preaching, and mission in a rural or urban parish in transition.
Profile
Yale Divinity School, New Haven CT
Candidate, Master of Divinity, 2013

Berkeley Divinity School at Yale, New Haven CT
Candidate, Diploma in Anglican Studies, 2013

New York Medical College - School of Public Health, Valhalla NY
Masters of Science, Clinical Research Administration, 2003
Masters of Public Health, Health Policy and Management, 2003

College of Mount Saint Vincent, Riverdale NY
Bachelor of Science, Biology, 1991
Education
Collinsville, CTTrinity Episcopal Church 
Seminary Intern2009-2011 and 2012 - present
Diocesan then academic year intern for this rural, socially progressive and liturgically broad parish.
  • responsible for the planning and teaching preparation of the Confirmation class.
  • participate as scheduled in regular Sunday services including Holy Eucharist (Rite I), Holy Eucharist with hymns (Rite II and Enriching Our Worship), and feast days.
  • assist with funerals as requested by the Rector.
  • accompany Rector on pastoral visits.
  • participate in parish and youth activities including but not limited to youth lock-ins, retreats, parish fairs and Lenten programs.
  • preach monthly.
New Haven, CTSt. Andrew's Episcopal Church 
Advanced Seminary Intern2011 - 2012
Academic year intern for this urban, community-engaged parish in the Newhallville neighborhood of New Haven.
  • preached three times a semester
  • assisted with liturgy planning, especially in Vicar's absence.
  • worked with the New Thing team, the parish's community engagement, relationship building and advocacy group.
  • attended numerous community organization meetings to build community with neighbors and other non-profit and religious organizations engaged in providing afternoon programs for the community's youth. Other meetings engaged collaborations with the city and the electrical company to provide adequate and extra lighting in high crime neighborhoods.
  • assisted with provision of pastoral care and presence to members of the monthly Food Pantry community.
  • advanced internship project involved the organization and facilitation of a joint Confirmation class of youth from four distinctly different Episcopal parish communities in New Haven.
Norwalk, CTNorwalk Hospital 
Student ChaplainSpring 2012
Earned one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education credit during semester program at this Community Medical Center.
  • responded to all emergencies when on duty as well as the routine spiritual care of patients on the oncology, surgical and general medicine units
Bethany, CTChrist Episcopal Church 
Diocesan internSpring 2008
  • worked with the planning team for the weekly non-traditional worship service and Palm Sunday parade.
  • preached and participated in parish activities including the May fair, book club and Sunday school.
New Britain, CTSt. Mark's Episcopal Church 
Diocesan internFall 2007
  • preached and served at Sunday services.
  • led Adult forums between Sunday services on clinical research and medical ethics.
  • compiled parish pictorial directory with assistance from Olan Mills.
Ministry Experience
New Haven, CTYale University - School of Medicine 
Research Assistant III2008 - present
Biorepository Manager for clinical research team in Applied Translational Research - Internal Medicine.
  • Maintain and manage biorepository inventory and ACCESS Samples Inventory database.
  • Co-ordinate supply and sample shipments to and from sites participating in clinical studies.
  • Order lab and study supplies.
  • Schedule preventive maintenance for Biorepository freezers and Sensaphones and semi-annual calibration of lab equipment.
  • Collect and process patient study samples after patient surgery.
  • Train and oversee post-graduates using the ACCESS Samples Inventory database.
  • Co-ordinate sample shipment and receipt to external labs for analysis of novel biomarkers of kidney injury.
  • Prepare Biorepository Standard Operating Procedure manuals.
Other Professional Experience
  • Inclusivity training , Allies for Change, at Yale Divinity School, 2012.
  • Participant in several leadership training programs with the Episcopal Evangelism network around relationship and community building and entrepreneurial ministry, 2010 and 2012.
  • Fund for Theological Education Training, VocationCARE, 2011.
  • Pastoral Care skills honed by the completion of four pastoral care courses, (Introduction to Pastoral Care, Identity & Community: Pastoral Care to LGBT individuals, Living with Dying, Pastoral Care to Young Adults), 2009, 2010, 2011.
  • Completed Leadership in Public Ministry course to develop broad-based community organizing skills and relationship building with visit to Coalition of Immokalee Workers (organization of tomato farmworkers in Immokalee, FL) and an internship with what is now, CONECT, a nonpartisan, multifaith community organization consisting of 25 congregations, 2010.
Additional Skills And Qualifications
Mercer scholarship recipient, 2012-2013.
Honors And Awards
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Matthew Lukens
matthew.lukens@yale.edu
(205) 913-9923
Candidate for Holy Orders from the Diocese of Virginia with a passion for evangelism and community building seeks first full- or part-time position engaging these skills to start or redevelop spiritual communities and raise up missional leadership.
Profile
Yale Divinity School, New Haven CT
Candidate, Master of Divinity, 2013

Berkeley Divinity School at Yale, New Haven CT
Candidate, Diploma in Anglican Studies, 2013

University of Virginia
Bachelor of Arts, 2009
Education
New Haven, CTSt. Andrew's Episcopal Church 
Advanced Seminary Intern2012-present
Academic year intern for this urban, socially progressive, liturgically evangelical parish in the heart of New Haven community
  • Assist with organizing the lay team for discerning a new worshiping community in the surrounding neighborhood of Newhallville, including developing training for relational evangelism and facilitating meetings to help team dream of new worship possibilities
  • Participate as scheduled in regular Sunday Service, including monthly preaching and occasional leadership of praise and worship music sets
New Haven, CTEpiscopal Evangelism Network 
Chapter CoordinatorFall, 2011 - present
Organizer for a student group involved in researching and training on matters of mission and evangelism as they face the church today
  • Lead organizer for 100 person missional development conference in New York City, including coordinating speakers and facilitators, covering logistics, fund raising, and managing the budget (September 2012)
  • Planner for seminarian retreat. (January 2012)
  • Convener for weekly meetings including skill-building sessions on one-to-one relationship building and other relational evangelism practices.
  • Coordinator for Spring 2012 Practicum on Congregational Development and Church Planting, working with two student project leaders at sites in Greenwich, CT and Stamford, CT.
  • Recipient of Episcopal Evangelical Society Grant for coordinating an interseminary leadership meeting of EEN chapters. (March 2012)
Boston, MAThe Crossing 
Summer InternSummer, 2012
Full-time, eight week internship at The Crossing, the Thursday night emerging church community at St. Paul's Cathedral in Boston
  • Responsible for weekly front-steps outreach presence before the service and welcoming in the service
  • Collaborator in planning and facilitating a half day training on relational evangelism
  • Participated in biweekly worship planning meetings
  • Provided pastoral care for congregation; engaged in community building through helping with social events and Christian formation opportunities
Shelton, CTSt. Paul's Church 
Seminary Intern2011-2012
Academic year internship in a pastoral sized, small town parish.
  • Coordinated and taught the team of teachers for the confirmation class
  • Regularly participated in the teaching rota for the confirmation class and planned alterations to the curriculum (Confirm Not Conform) as needed
  • Served at the altar weekly and preached on a monthly basis at both Sunday morning services
  • Planned and led Lenten adult education series on evangelism
Bridgeport, CTBridgeport Hospital 
Chaplain Internsummer, 2011
Earned one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education credit during program at this Level One Trauma Center.
  • Provided pastoral care to Emergency, Pediatric, and Intermediate Care Units
  • Completed 24-hour on-call shifts as scheduled to respond to emergencies, deaths, and pastoral care requests hospital-wide
New Haven, CTEpiscopal Church at Yale 
Intern2010-2011
Academic year internship at the Episcopal Campus Ministry of Yale University
  • Led weekly ecumenical Bible studies
  • Assisted clergy in Sunday worship duties as Sub-deacon and monthly preaching
  • Met with students on a one to one basis for pastoral care and support
  • Assisted students in program and mission planning
Charlottesville, VASt. Paul's Memorial Church 
Young Priests Initiative InternFall, 2009
Sixteen week part time internship at a program sized parish
  • Served regularly at the altar
  • Preached occasionally at Wednesday night service
  • Helped coordinate weekly Taizé service at the University of Virginia
  • Assisted with Canterbury House University Fellowship at both their weekly meetings and Sunday evening worship services
Charlottesville, VACome As You Are Campus Ministry 
Founder, CoordinatorFall 2008 - Spring 2010
Founder and coordinator of a small campus ministry, meeting weekly for two years
  • Acted as liaison between group of students and local chaplains
  • Raised over $10,000 in grants and fund raising,
  • Planned weekly meetings and Bible studies for students
  • Responsible for leadership transition work during second year
Ministry Experience
New York City, NYEpiscopal Relief and Development 
ConsultantSpring, 2010
Data processing and assistant work for the Episcopal Church's international relief and development non-profit
  • Responsible for coordinating schedule of missionary to Haiti and work of other volunteers
  • Gathered data and mapped locations of Internally Displaced Persons at Haitian Episcopal churches
  • Provided technological assistance as needed
Richmond, VADiocese of Virginia 
ClerkSummer, 2009
Personal and administrative assistant to the bishop of Virginia.
  • Responsible for taking dictation and filing correspondence
  • Assistant and writer for The Center Aisle, the diocese of Virginia's daily opinion journal at General Convention 2009
Other Professional Experience
  • Trained in Art of Hosting facilitation, October 2012
  • Trained in FTE VocationCARE facilitation practices, January 2012
  • Trained in Assemblies of God Church Multiplication Network Church Planting Boot Camp, May 2011
Additional Skills And Qualifications
 
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Beth Phillips
elizabeth.phillips@yale.edu
Candidate from Diocese of Colorado with passion for preaching, adult education, social justice and outreach, seeks first ministry position that will utilize these gifts and as well as administrative skills.

Profile
Yale Divinity School, New Haven CT
Candidate, Master of Divinity, 2013
Candidate, Diploma in Anglican Studies, Berkeley Divinity School, 2013

University of Missouri--Columbia, School of Law
Juris Doctorate, 1992

University of Missouri--Columbia, School of Journalism
Bachelor of Journalism, 1989
Education
New York, NYTrinity Wall Street 
Full Time Summer Seminary Intern2012-present
Full time summer intern and part time academic year intern for iconic corporate size parish with two worshiping locations: Trinity Wall Street with an Anglo-Catholic liturgy, and St. Paul's with an Emergent Church liturgy.
  • Regularly responsible for Morning Prayer and Evening Prayer.
  • Participate in Sunday services at both locations including Holy Eucharist with hymns (Rite II); feast days; and daily weekday Mass and daily Prayers for Peace.
  • Regularly act as sacristan and sub-deacon at 8am and 10am Sunday service at St. Paul's.
  • Work with the planning team for the weekly Sunday worship service.
  • Participate in regular Faith in Action department meetings.
  • Help envision theological reflection tools to enhance Faith & Mission trips.
  • Assist with pastoral care and presence to guests at Brown Bag lunches and in Charlotte's Place, a community center (including homeless and poor individuals, as well as those living with addictions and mental illnesses), and participate in in-school art outreach programs.
  • Provide in-home pastoral Eucharistic visits.
  • Collaborate with clergy and lay leadership in meetings involving congregational life, vision, budget, and grant areas.
  • Lead adult education courses on the upcoming lectionary readings.
  • Provide support to the vergers and in the creation of Sunday liturgical scripts for Celebrant.
New Haven, CTSt. Andrew's 
Volunteer2010-2012
Volunteer at St. Andrews, specifically assisted Your Place Youth Center, with a youth group and gang alternative program
  • Planned workshops, including a Spoken Word/Poetry Slam workshop with a published local poet, mentored teens.
  • Created, directed, produced a video for use as a development tool for grant applications and to solicit in kind support and volunteer recruitment.
Kansas City, MOSt. Luke's Hospital 
Chaplain InternSummer, 2011
Earned one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education credit during program at this Level One Trauma Center.
  • Responded to all emergencies when on duty as well as the routine spiritual care of patients and staff in the intensive care units.
  • Completed overnight and weekend call as scheduled to respond to emergencies, deaths, and pastoral care requests hospital-wide.
Ministry Experience
Aspen, COFifield Co., Fifield & Fleck, Fleck & Associates, MyMoJo 
Private Counsel2000-2009
Private Counsel and Administrator for companies associated with two venture capitalists
  • Advised in employment and business matters, reviewed business proposals, helped establish trusts and various corporate entities.
  • Coordinated and managed outside counsel.
  • Worked closely with executive management, boards, and officers.
Kansas City, MOPhillips & Phillips 
Partner1993-2000
Partner in a litigation law firm focusing on plaintiff's employment discrimination
  • Handled all aspects of case management; initial client screening, client interview and case assessment, and discovery.
  • Trial and appellate work.
  • Handled day to day administration of office, bookkeeping and management of associate attorneys, paralegals and other support staff.
The Supreme Court of Missouri 
Judicial Law Clerk1992-1993
Law clerk to the Honorable Chief Justice William Ray Price
  • Drafted majority opinions, concurrences and dissents.
  • Wrote bench briefs for the justices before oral arguments summarizing legal issues and evidence; legal research.
Other Professional Experience
  • Volunteer, Hospice of the Valley, Basalt, CO., 2009-2010.
  • Warden, Bishop's Committee Member, Director of Communications, St. Peter's of the Valley Episcopal Church, Basalt, CO 2002-2009.
  • Volunteer and adviser for The Children's Health Foundation, Aspen, CO 2004-2009. Helped establish legal entity as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Developed job descriptions and evaluations. Helped select Executive Director candidates; assisted with board and program development.
  • Corporate HR Trainer, MO, KS, CO 1995-2002, provided training on human resource issues for employees and management for several different corporations, unions and labor organizations.
  • Continuing Legal Education Instructor, MO., KS., 1995-2000, regularly presented at CLE courses on current employment discrimination law developments to other legal professionals.
  • Weekly Radio Segment on KFFI's Heartland Labor Forum. MO., KS., 1995-2000, highlighting employee rights in the workplace.
  • Past President and Board Member of The Bridge Home for Children, Kansas City MO., 1993-2000; Board Member, The Nelson Atkins Museum of Art, Young Friends of Art, 1994-1999.
  • Law Review, 1991-1992.
  • Tourist French.
  • Hobbies include piano, kayaking, skiing and traveling.
Additional Skills and Qualifications
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William Prosser
137 Mansfield Street • New Haven, CT 06511
 • 8439330085
 • william.prosser@yale.edu
Profile
Broadly educated Episcopal layman with passion for education in all its forms seeks first full time position in parish, college, or school, where gifts in pastoral care, administration, and communication can be utilized.
Education
Yale Divinity School, New Haven CT
Candidate, Master of Divinity, 2013

Berkeley Divinity School at Yale, New Haven CT
Candidate, Certificate in Anglican Studies, 2013
Candidate, Certificate in Educational Leadership and Ministry, 2013

Wofford College, Spartanburg SC
Bachelor of Arts in Religion, Magna Cum Laude, High Honors Graduate 2010
Ministry Experience
Atlanta, GASt. Joseph's Hospital 
Student ChaplainSummer 2012
Earned one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education credit during summer program at this Primary Care Heart Hospital.
  • Responded to all emergencies when on duty as well as the routine spiritual care of patients on the Catheritization Lab and Internal Medicine units.
  • Completed overnight and weekend call as scheduled to respond to emergencies, deaths, and pastoral care requests hospital-wide.
New London, CTConnecticut College's Office of Religious and Spiritual Life 
Seminary InternSeptember 2011-May 2012
Academic year intern for this small, religiously diverse, liberal arts college's chaplain's office. Worked closely with the college's Dean of Religious and Spiritual Life.
  • Planned, in collaboration with others, and facilitated several Cross-Cultural dinners that promoted interfaith dialogue and discussion.
  • Helped to write grants that successfully helped fund an alternative spring break trip touring important sites during the Civil Rights movement in the Southeastern United States.
  • Together with the Dean of Religious Life researched and planned the alternative spring break trip to the major sites of the Civil Rights movement, including 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, AL, National Voting Rights Museum and Institute in Selma, AL, Tuskegee Airmen National Museum in Tuskegee, AL, and the Civil Rights Memorial in Montgomery, AL. Acted as an advisor on the trip, facilitated group discussions including leading a discussion introducing the students to Southern culture, mediated interpersonal conflicts between students, advisors, and drivers, and managed travel details before and during the trip.
Isle of Palms, SCFirst United Methodist Church 
InternMay 2010-August 2010
Summer intern with this large, vibrant church primarily working with lead pastor.
  • Engaged in congregational care by visiting the sick and elderly.
  • Assisted in planning, organizing, and leading a mission trip for 15 high school students to the Dominican Republic. The main project was to construct, with Dominican contractors, one to two hundred feet of a concrete wall around the fruit orchard of a retreat center. The orchard had become a residential area for seedy elements and the retreat staff was concerned for the safety of children who stayed in the retreat center. We also helped lead Vacation Bible School for a local church.
  • Preached and led worship for several Sunday morning services.
Spartanburg, SCSt. James United Methodist Church 
College InternJune 2009-December 2009
Summer and fall semester internship in youth ministry in urban church.
  • Provided leadership to two retreats with 50+youth by leading devotion time, teaching lessons, and being a chaperone.
  • Organized and helped lead the youth program on service projects that included serving dinner at the soup kitchen once a month.
  • Worked closely with the pastor and youth pastor to improve the program by helping to redesign outdated programming
  • Found the monetary support for and then renovated the youth room.
Other Professional Experience
Wofford College
February 2007-June 2007Conference Student ManagerSpartanburg, SC
Assisted college professors to plan and implement Association for the Study of Literature and Environment’s International Confluence Conference.
  • Coordinated the arrival and housing of hundreds of participants, including many international guests.
  • Coordinated the locations and times of plenaries and other presentations.
  • Was on call throughout conference for participant assistance.
August 2007-May 2010Resident AssistantSpartanburg, SC
  • Served as the college’s representative and ensured the safety of more than 40 residents.
  • Facilitated social, educational, and holiday programs.
  • Upheld the Wofford College student code of rights and responsibilities.
  • Handled personal and disciplinary student crises as they arose.
September 2008-May 2009Student Director of Success InitiativeSpartanburg, SC
Success Initiative is a scholarship program at Wofford College in which students create many different projects, that usually last a semester, implement them, and follow through with them by working nine hours per week. The program is meant to teach hands-on, real-world skills.
  • Worked with students to create a plan for their individual projects.
  • Assisted students with various crises as they rose in the implementation of their projects.
  • Assisted staff directors with evaluating projects and students' work upon completion.
Additional Skills And Qualifications
  • Basic Speaking Ability: Spanish
  • Basic reading ability: Greek
Honors And Awards
  • Marcelle Todd Runyan Memorial Scholar (2010)
  • Phi Beta Kappa (2010)
  • Gibbs Scholar (2006-2010)
  • Old Main Scholar (2006-2010)
  • Success Initiative Scholar (2006-2010)
  • Chief Junior Marshal for Wofford College Commencement 2009.
  • Judicial Commissioner (2007-2008)
  • William Light Kinney III Award (Given to top first year delegate in Wofford College's student government.)(2007)
 
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Tuesday Rupp
tuesday.rupp@yale.edu
Experienced music minister with a specialty in choral and vocal music and a passion for liturgy seeks position creating impactful music and worship experiences to help equip the church for the 21st century. Currently discerning a vocation to ordained ministry
Profile
Yale Divinity School, New Haven CT
Candidate, Master of Divinity, (2013)

Berkeley Divinity School at Yale, New Haven CT
Candidate, Certificate in Anglican Studies, (2013)

Institute of Sacred Music, New Haven CT
Candidate, Diploma, (2013)

Portland State University
Master of Music in conducting, 2009

Boston University
Bachelor of Music, magna cum laude, in vocal performance, 1999
Education
Yale University, New Haven, CTBerkeley Divinity School 
Choir DirectorSeptember 2011-present
  • Creates opportunity and access for all people in YDS/BDS community to participate in the musical leadership of our seminary's weekly Eucharistic worship
  • Works closely with organists and chapel team to plan music for cohesive and dynamic liturgies, accessing music and prayer book based traditions from across the Anglican Communion, spanning as far back to the 16th century
  • Coordinates hiring, payroll, and budgetary concerns for staff singers and guest artists
Milwaukie, ORMilwaukie Presbyterian Church 
Director of Music2005-2010
  • Conducted multiple choirs in weekly Sunday services, holiday observations and special events, including adult chancel choir, children's chorus and handbell choir
  • Collaborated frequently with pastor, Worship Commission and staff to infuse music and general arts excellence into all aspects of church worship and programming
  • Launched experimental worship program in collaboration with musical artists from the Portland area
  • Initiated Sunday School music program; directed annual Children's Christmas Pageant, using a blend of original and extant materials
  • Managed all aspects of dynamic church music program including music library, volunteer schedule, and special events involving church sanctuary
Relevant Experience
New Haven, CTProfessor Patrick Evans 
Graduate Teaching Fellow2012
  • Provided vocal coaching to students in pastoral music class
Yale Divinity School
2011-2012Marquand Chapel MinisterNew Haven, CT
  • Worked closely with Dean of Chapel as student chaplain in a collaborative team planning daily ecumenical liturgies in a multi-denominational divinity school community
  • Designed multi-sensory services using a variety of media, including original artwork, projected images, fabric manipulation, interactive sensory stations, dance and theatrical performances, and lighting to re-create our worship environment
  • Assisted student groups, professors, and guests in realizing their vision for a unique worship service while helping to keep each service within the Marquand Worship Guidelines
New Haven, CTSt. Raphael's Hospital 
Chaplain internMay 2012-August 2012
  • Offered pastoral care as a staff intern in a Catholic hospital with a Level I trauma center as part of an accredited ACPE program
  • Led weekly small group ministries specializing in Grief Support in Adult Psychiatric Unit
  • Coordinated special liturgies for hospital staff with support of full-time chaplains
Portland, ORIn Mulieribus 
Executive Director2004-2009
  • Founded and managed an all women’s professional early music ensemble, which since its inception has become one of Portland’s best known professional ensembles
  • Successfully transitioned the group from a for-profit sole-proprietorship to a not-for-profit organization through fund raising, creation of a board of control, and financial re-organization
  • Directed publicity for the organization resulting in performances on nationally syndicated radio shows Performance Today, Millennium of Music, as well as numerous articles and mentions in local media outlets
  • Collaborated with donors and small businesses to raise revenue to produce recordings and concert series, such that IM ended each year in good financial standing
Portland, ORPortland State University 
Graduate Teaching Assistantship2004-2006;2009
  • Instructed PSU Women's Chorus
Other Professional Experience
Private voice studio, 2003-present
Soloist and studio singer, Oregon Catholic Press, 2003-present
Institute of Sacred Music Student Council, 2011-present, MDiv Representative
Yale Divinity School Student Council,2011-2012, ISM Representative
Vocal Adjudicator, Oregon State Activities Association, 2008-2010
“Game Night,” conductor, original opera film produced for 48 Hour Film Festival, Opera Cinema Strike Force, August 2009
“Death Rides a Horse,” conductor, original soundtrack premiered with film at the Hollywood Theater, FilMusik production, July 2009
American Choral Directors Association, 2005-2007 - secretary: Oregon Board of Control
Secondary languages, intermediate reading ability: Spanish, French
Member, National Association of Teachers of Singing
Additional Skills And Qualifications
Institute of Sacred Music Director's Award, 2012
  • Awarded annually by ISM faculty to team for best Colloquium Presentation
Institute of Sacred Music Community Award, 2012
  • Awarded by ISM Students for community building activity
Honors And Awards
 
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Katherine Sharp
katherine.sharp@yale.edu
Candidate for Holy Orders from Diocese of Louisiana with strong administrative and parish background seeks first full time ministry position that will utilize gifts and skills in pastoral care, liturgy, preaching, organizational development and administration.
Profile
Yale Divinity School, New Haven, CT
Candidate, Master of Divinity, 2013

Berkeley Divinity School at Yale, New Haven, CT
Candidate, Diploma in Anglican Studies, 2013

University of Texas, Austin, TX
Master of Business Administration, 1985

Newcomb College of Tulane University, New Orleans, LA
Bachelor of Arts, summa cum laude, 1980
  • Hollins College Abroad, Paris, France, Spring 1978
Education
New Orleans, LAEast Jefferson General Hospital 
Chaplain InternSummer 2012
Earned one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education credit during Summer program at this 400+ bed facility.
  • Provided spiritual care to critical care and stepdown units.
  • Responded to emergencies, codes, deaths and pastoral care requests hospital-wide during eleven overnight on calls.
  • Created and led various worship services including weekday services for staff, Sunday services for adult psychiatric and geriatric units and a memorial service for bereaved families.
Norwalk, CTSt. Paul's-on-the-Green 
Seminarian Intern2011-2012
  • Regularly served in a variety of liturgical roles, including subdeacon.
  • Preached at least once a semester at all three Sunday services.
  • Led children's worship.
  • Designed and team taught an introductory bible class featuring a compositional overview, translation information, types of biblical criticism and bible study techniques.
  • Acted as a team leader for healing prayer ministry.
  • Participated in both staff and parish planning sessions with particular focus on newcomer incorporation.
Stuttgart, GermanySt. Catherine's Church 
Pre-Seminary InternApril 2007
  • Assisted priest/missionary from Diocese of Texas charged with revitalizing a congregation.
  • Along with pastoral care, Christian education and administrative tasks, did strategic planning for the start-up of a mission in Ulm.
Houston, TXPalmer Memorial Episcopal Church 
Volunteer2001-2006
  • Office assistant. Diocesan Council delegate. Finance Committee member.
  • Lay Eucharistic minister and lector.
  • Co-founder of Funeral Guild and Holy Spokes MS 150 bike team.
  • Editor and writer for various publications including newsletter, Lenten Devotions and ministry guide.
  • Capital campaign communications team member.
  • Member of Spiritual gifts, evangelism and leadership development teams.
  • Participated in newcomer, greeter and flower guild ministries.
  • Organized mission trip to New Orleans post-Katrina.
  • Participated in Alpha, DOCC (Disciples of Christ in Community) and Women's Bible Study.
  • Representative at Camp Allen Evangelism Conference; Willowcreek Leadership Summits; Going Forward Together Conferences in Dallas and Atlanta.
  • Regular participant in Centering Prayer retreats at Ruah Center, Villa de Matel.
Hammond, LAGrace Memorial Episcopal Church 
Volunteer1990s to Present
  • Lay Eucharistic minister and lector.
  • Worked with Pumpkin Patch community outreach to raise funds for disadvantaged youth.
  • Traveled to St. Simon's, Arlington Heights, IL with congregant group in gratitude for help received post-Katrina.
  • Regular participant in diocesan silent retreats.
Ministry Experience
Hammond, LASelf 
Principal1985-Present
  • Partner in initial development and ongoing management of various real estate and business enterprises including a master-planned residential resort community, three full-service washaterias and a hunting preserve.
  • Renovated and managed historic properties for commercial and residential use.
  • Wrote strategic and marketing plans/materials; procured bond and bank financing.
  • Responsible for administrative, operational, personnel and accounting functions.
New York, NYRemer-Ribelow Agency 
Executive Recruiter1988-1990
  • Placed clients in financial positions within the publishing industry.
Other Professional Experience
  • International experience: pilgrimages to Holy Land (2000), Oberammergau (2000), Great Britain (2001, 2003, 2004), Santiago de Compostela (2001), Malta and Rome (2006).
  • Other travel: Panama (2009), Tanzania (2007), Peru (2004), Mexico, France, Scotland, Wales and Austria.
  • Basic French.
Additional Skills And Qualifications
Phi Beta Kappa.
Tulane Scholar (1976-1980).
Alpha Lambda Delta Award for Graduating Senior with highest GPA (1980).
Henry Stern Prize in Art History (1980).
President of Kappa Kappa Gamma (1979-1980).
Teaching assistant for management professor (1984).
Honors And Awards
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Timothy Sommer
timothy.sommer@yale.edu
Chaplain and teacher with a passion for, and experience in, education and educational ministry seeks a position in a school or college. Specific interests include inter-faith relations, social justice, and artistic expressions of spirituality. Teaching interests include Religion, English, and History. Works with all ages, elementary through college.
Profile
Yale Divinity School, New Haven CT
Candidate, Master of Divinity, expected 2013
  • University of Cambridge, Cambridge, England, Fall 2012

Berkeley Divinity School at Yale, New Haven CT
Candidate, Diploma, Anglican Studies, expected 2013
Candidate, Educational Leadership and Ministry Certificate, expected 2013

Chicago Theological Seminary, Chicago IL
Master of Arts in Religion, 2010

Olivet Nazarene University, Bourbonnais IL
Bachelor of Science Magna Cum Laude in General Studies with distinction in English and History, 2007
  • University of Oxford, Oxford, England, Winter 2006
Education
New Haven, CTYale University Chaplain's Office 
Student Assistant Chaplain2011-2012
  • Managed and supervised undergraduate employees of the Chaplain's Office at ‘Global Grounds,’ a late-night, weekend event that provides board games, coffee, food, and conversation as a diverse, intercultural, and interfaith alternative to college party culture
  • Engaged in conversations on faith, religion, sexuality, doubt, academics, relationships, vocation, entertainment, anxiety, stress, and self-health
  • Provided assistance at the 2012 Global Conference of Chaplains in Higher Education (hosted at Yale)
Cambridge, EnglandPeterhouse College, University of Cambridge 
Assistant ChaplainFall 2012
  • Assist in liturgy at morning prayer, evensong, and special chapel services
  • Provide pastoral support for students and lead Bible studies¬
Waterbury, CTTaft School 
Supervised Ministries Intern2011-2012
Internship with the school chaplain/head of the religion department at co-educational independent boarding school.
  • Co-taught upper-level courses in Introduction to Philosophy, Buddhism, and Terror in the Name of God: Modern Religious Violence.
  • Prepared lessons, graded assignments and exams, created assignments, substituted in instruction when necessary
  • Facilitated classroom discussions on students' responses to themes such as religious literacy, critical faith, social justice, cultural impact, personal relevance, and interfaith understanding.
New Haven, CTSt. Raphael's Hospital 
Student Chaplainsummer, 2011
  • Earned one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education credit during summer program
  • Responded to emergencies of bereavement, sickness, trauma and death
  • Oversaw the spiritual care of patients on child/adolescent psychology, geriatric, pre-operations, and general medicine units
  • Completed hospital-wide overnight and weekend calls that responded to emergencies, deaths, and pastoral care requests
Chicago, ILChicago Hope Academy 
High School Teacher2007-2008
Professionally taught English-literature courses, full time, to students in 11th and 12th grade at this private inner-city high school.
  • Coached competitive cross-country and soccer teams
  • Instructed ACT and SAT testing/methods course
  • Supervised students at lunchtime and during after-school programs
Bourbonnais, ILRobert Frost Elementary School 
Student TeacherFall 2006
Teaching internship in a 4th grade classroom at suburban public school.
  • Co-taught 4th grade subjects in English, Writing, Math, Science, and Social Studies
  • Developed curriculum and teaching methods for students with varying learning capabilities.
  • Practiced classroom management
Relevant Experience
New Haven, CTYale Divinity School Publications Office 
Reporter/Editor2010-Present
  • Report on events, programs, and people for the YDS online-news publication ‘Notes From The Quad'
  • Contribute to and proofread articles for the annual YDS alumni journal
Chicago, ILSelf-Employed 
Nanny Summer, 2010
  • Served as a nanny and caregiver to eight-year-old twin brothers with autism
Chicago, ILChicago Theological Seminary 
Graduate Researcher2009-2010
  • Researched North American faith organizations and each one's official polity statements pertaining to human sexuality.
Other Professional Experience
  • Yale Divinity School: Abraham J. Malherbe Scholarship Recipient, 2010 -- 2012
  • Berkeley Divinity School: George Comstock Fund Recipient, 2011
  • Chicago Theological Seminary: Outstanding Merit Scholarship; Thesis Accepted With Distinction, 2010
  • Olivet Nazarene University: Merit Scholarship; Leadership Scholarship, 2003 -- 2007
Honors And Awards
  • Maintain own religion blog and contribute to the Seminarians for Reproductive Justice blog, 2012
  • Co-founded an internet startup at Yale, 2011–2012
  • Co-editor of college literary magazine, 2007
  • Organized campus fundraiser for Sudan and Iraq War prayer vigil, 2007
  • Choral Music: Sang in both Men's and Gospel College Choirs, 2005–2007
  • Taught at Sunday School and Church Camp for adolescents, 1996–2006
  • Athletics: football and track (varsity); basketball and baseball (JV), 1999–2003
Additional Skills and Qualifications
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Elaine Ellis Thomas
elaine.thomas@yale.edu
Candidate for Holy Orders from Diocese of Central Pennsylvania with passion for liturgy, preaching, teaching, social justice and reconciliation seeks first full-time ordained ministry position where I can continue to learn and grow while utilizing my extensive experience in organization management and leadership development.
Profile
Yale Divinity School, New Haven CT
Candidate, Master of Divinity, 2013

Berkeley Divinity School at Yale, New Haven CT
Candidate, Diploma in Anglican Studies, 2013

Eastern University
Bachelor of Arts, Organizational Management 1999
Education
New York, NYTrinity Wall Street 
Seminary InternSummer 2012
Summer intensive internship in Mission and Ministry at this corporate-sized urban parish known for its commitment to local, national, and international mission.
  • participated in and planned two primary Sunday services.
  • assisted regularly at daily Eucharist
  • officiated regularly at Morning and Evening Prayer
  • provided pastoral visitation and Eucharist to shut-ins
  • participated in twice-weekly brown-bag lunch ministry
  • developed and delivered five-week adult book study
  • participated in mission outreach program bringing art projects to a local elementary school
  • planned and assisted with major mission partners roundtable held in November, 2012, writing white paper report with theological reflection and summary
New Haven, CTColumbus House 
Volunteer job counselor2010-2012 (spring)
Through local homeless shelter, counsel and coach men beginning recovery from substance abuse in resume and interview preparation.
  • bi-weekly coaching sessions with individuals.
  • assist in resume preparation and formatting.
  • conduct mock employment interviews.
Allentown, PADiakon Lutheran Social Ministries 
Hospice ChaplainSummer 2011
Clinical Pastoral Education training as hospice chaplain for large Lutheran social services agency in east-central Pennsylvania.
  • provided in-home and facility-based hospice visitation to terminally ill patients.
  • engaged in pastoral conversations with family members in preparation for their loved-one's death.
  • worked with facility staff to coordinate hospice care for patients.
  • served as part of hospice care team to coordinate service to each patient.
  • Participated in funerals and graveside services.
Ministry Experience
Philadelphia, PAEpiscopal Community Services 
Various titles culminating in Director of Human Resources2000-2010
Senior leadership position in 160-employee social service organization with responsibility for all aspects of human resource function, including recruitment and hiring, salary and benefits administration, policies and procedures, training and evaluation. Organization functioned with a 9 million dollar budget.
  • worked with executive director and senior leadership team to set strategic direction and implement goals and objectives.
  • developed organizational leaders through individual coaching and extensive agency training plan.
  • administered salary, benefits and training budget.
  • consulted with supervisors and managers on personnel management, conflict resolution, evaluation and measurement.
  • drafted, reviewed and maintained all relevant HR policies, procedures, and handbook.
Oaks, PASt. Paul's Memorial Episcopal Church 
Organist/Choirmaster1997-2001
Musical leadership for growing Episcopal Church in suburban Philadelphia.
Norristown, PALower Providence Presbyterian Church 
Director of Music1992-1997
Musical leadership for large congregation in suburban Philadelphia including two adult choirs, three children's choirs, and two handbell choirs.
Southeastern PAVarious 
Supply/interim organist and choirmaster2001-2010
Substituted as organist/pianist and choral conductor in a wide variety of houses of worship in the Philadelphia metropolitan region, including Lutheran, Presbyterian, Episcopal, Methodist, and Reformed Jewish traditions.
Other Professional Experience
  • Episcopal Peace Fellowship, chair of Berkeley Divinity School Chapter, (academic year 2012-13).
  • Institute for Healing of Memories, Cape Town, South Africa: trained workshop facilitator (Summer, 2012).
  • Worship committee, Yale Divinity School, academic year 2011-12.
  • Consultant, Coventry Cathedral, Coventry, Midlands, UK: reviewed history and practices and drafted strategic assessment for the Community of the Cross of Nails (Summer, 2011).
  • Board member, Project H.O.P.E. (Homeless Outreach Program Enrichment), Camden, NJ: served on original board for this health provider serving homeless individuals, helped establish policies, procedures, strategic plan and organizational structures (2006-2009).
  • Diocesan Coordinator, Episcopal Relief and Development: held this position in two dioceses, developing communication strategy to assure strong financial support for international development efforts (2004-2009).
  • Diocesan Coordinator, Episcopalians for Global Reconciliation: held this position in two dioceses, disseminating information on issues of global poverty to encourage support through financial contributions, prayer and advocacy (2005-2009).
  • St. James Episcopal Church, Lancaster, PA: Mission and Justice Committee, Stewardship Committee, Mission trips – U.S. Gulf Coast and West Virginia coal mining region (2006-2010).
  • Diocese of Pennsylvania: Institutional Chaplain, Chair, Spiritual Growth Resources Committee (2001-2004).
Additional Skills And Qualifications
Outstanding Thesis, Eastern College (now University), 1999
Servant-Leader Award, Eastern College (now University), 1999
Delta Mu Delta, Honor Society in Business Administration, 1999.
Kappa Delta Pi, Honor Society in Education, 1991.
Honors And Awards
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Matthew A. Welsch
matthew.welsch@yale.edu
Currently discerning a call to ordination in the Episcopal Church, seeking full-time work in educational, chaplaincy, or ministry settings that will utilize my gifts and skills in music, teaching, historical studies, liturgy, and mission.
Profile
Yale Divinity School, New Haven CT
Candidate, Master of Divinity, anticipated 2013

Berkeley Divinity School at Yale, New Haven CT
Candidate, Diploma in Anglican Studies, anticipated 2013

American University, Washington DC
Bachelor of Arts in History, 2010
Education
New Haven, CTSt. Thomas's Episcopal Church 
Seminarian Intern2011 - Present
Year-round intern for this diverse, socially progressive, liturgically broad Episcopal Parish, dedicated to radical hospitality for all with a heavy emphasis on ministry with children and young families.
  • Preach regularly.
  • Assist in various liturgical capacities (subdeacon, master of ceremonies, acolyte, etc.) at all Sunday services and special services as needed
  • Assist Rector in planning special services (ie, Holy Week)
  • Facilitate Adult Formation discussion groups.
  • Design and implement new liturgical expressions at Rector's request.
New Haven, CTYale New Haven Hospital 
Chaplain Internsummer, 2012
Earned one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education credit at a Level One Trauma Center.
  • Served as sole Chaplain on the Cardio-Thoracic Intensive Care Unit, one unit each of Cardiology and Medicine, providing pastoral care to patients, families, and staff.
  • Completed seven 24h on-call shifts, providing care to patients, families, and staff in response to full traumas, deaths, withdrawals of life support, and pastoral care requests hospital-wide.
Washington National CathedralWashington, DC
2006 - 2010Cathedral Voices Member
This volunteer choir provides liturgical music for the 8.45am services at the Cathedral as well as in special services such as Advent Lessons and Carols and the Easter Vigil.
2007-PresentLay Eucharistic Minister
  • Assist in the administration of the Eucharist at Sunday and additional services throughout the year.
Ministry Experience
New Haven, CTYDS LGBTQIA Coalition 
Co-chair2011-2012
Co-Chair of the Yale Divinity School Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer/Questioning, Intersex, and Allies coalition, a standing group of the YDS Community Life Committee.
  • Fostered community among LGBTQI and Allied students, faculty, and staff.
  • Facilitated respectful community discussions on issues of faith, sexuality, and polity.
  • Planned and assisted in an annual Community Eucharist in celebration of National Coming Out Day at Yale Divinity School's Marquand Chapel
  • Planned and executed an annual fundraiser and cocktail/dance party, raising $1500 in 2012 for the Ali Forney Center in New York City.
American University Housing and Dining ProgramsWashington, DC
Feb. - Aug. 2010Operations Coordinator
  • Along with Professional Staff, recruited, hired, and trained summer student staff members.
  • Managed front desk staff including: scheduling shifts, ensuring all staff provide excellent customer service, providing feedback and critique as needed.
  • Completed bi-weekly audits of all residence hall keys.
  • Prepared registration packets for over 1500 conference guests.
  • Provided overnight duty coverage responding to personal, medical, and facilities concerns as well as protocol violations as needed.
Jan. 2009 - May 2010Resident Assistant
Lived and worked in Residence Halls.
  • Fostered community among residents through formal programming and intentional interactions.
  • Assisted with conflict resolution and mediation.
  • Met with all residents one-on-one each semester.
  • Developed and implemented syllabus and learning goals to establish a Living-Learning environment.
  • Made appropriate referrals to university services including counseling, academic affairs, rape crisis services, GLBT resource center, etc.
  • Provided 24h duty coverage responding to personal, medical, and facilities concerns, as well as protocol violations as needed.
Washington, DCUnited States House of Representatives 
Legislative InternJan. - Aug. 2009
  • Collaborated with legislative staff in the office of a senior Democratic Congresswoman to draft letters to constituents; attended congressional committee hearings; researched and wrote memos on various policy issues, including the Affordable Care Act, for the legislative staff and the Congresswoman.
Other Professional Experience
  • Senior Thesis on Martyrdom and the Development of Protestant English Culture, American University, May 2010.
  • President (2009-2010), AU Rude Mechanicals, directed A Midsummer Night's Dream (2008) and King Lear (2010).
  • Safe Space trained, to provide support, resources, and counseling for students on GLBT issues, American University, 2010.
  • Proficient in German and French
Additional Skills And Qualifications
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