Charles Bivens

Compassionate and experienced Chaplain with an advanced theological education and a demonstrated record of providing holistic spiritual care, grief support, and counseling across diverse settings. Adept at trauma response, crisis intervention, and fostering spiritual well-being within hospital, hospice, education, correctional, and faith-based environments. Recognized for inclusive, empathetic presence and collaborative approach to interdisciplinary care.

Dedicated to supporting individuals of all backgrounds in their journeys through crisis, illness, recovery, and spiritual formation.

Director of Discipleship & Dean - Living Hope XChange Church College - Vancouver, WA

(2024-07 - 2025)

• Provided trauma-informed pastoral care, spiritual counseling, and crisis intervention for congregants and community members.
• Developed and led educational programs in grief, loss, and healing.
• Facilitated peer support groups, staff debriefings, and spiritual formation workshops.

Educational Director & Theology Instructor - Discipleship in Action Academy - Ephrata, WA

(2017 - 2021)

• Designed and facilitated curricula addressing spiritual resiliency, pastoral care, and ethics.
• Guided students and staff through grief, bereavement, and transitions within faith communities.

Lead Interim Pastor - Living Water Chinese Fellowship Church - Vancouver, WA

(2012 - 2016)

• Delivered crisis and bereavement counseling; responded to acute needs with compassion and sensitivity.
• Advocated for mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being; maintained thorough progress documentation.

International Ministries Pastor & Bible Teacher - Bread of Life International Christian Church - Kaohsiung, Taiwan

(2003 - 2008)

• Multicultural ministry in diverse communities; facilitated care for individuals from various faith traditions.
• Provided practical and emotional support to patients, families, and staff.

Master of Theology - Theology - University of Bangor / Mattersey Hall (2006 - 2009) United Kingdom

Certificate - Trauma Studies - Global Center for Religious Studies (2022 - 2024)

Certificate - Old Testament Studies - Israel Bible Center (2023 - 2023) Ramat Gan, Israel

Undergraduate Studies - Bible & Theology - ICI/Global University Springfield, MO