Jeremiah Odale

Completed 4 units of CPE; Accredited by the Association for Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE) Provided supervised spiritual care including crisis response, grief counseling, and end-of-life support

Clinical Pastoral Education Resident - Houston Methodist - The Woodlands, Texas

• Completed 4 units of CPE;
• Accredited by the Association for Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE)
• Provided supervised spiritual care including crisis response, grief counseling, and end-of-life support
• Participated in verbatim reflection, peer review, and interdisciplinary case discussions

Chaplain Resident - Houston Methodist Hospital - The Woodlands, TX

(2025-08 - 2026-08)

• Provide spiritual and emotional care to patients, families, and staff in a large acute-care hospital, responding to routine referrals, crisis situations, and end-of-life needs.
• Conduct crisis interventions, grief support, and end-of-life counseling across diverse faith and cultural backgrounds.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (physicians, nurses, social workers) to support holistic patient care.
• Assess spiritual needs and develop care plans aligned with patient values and medical goals.
• Document all encounters in electronic medical records in compliance with hospital standards.
• Participate in on-call rotations, responding to emergencies including deaths, traumas, and critical incidents.

Student Director/Shepherd - Covenant Methodist Church & The Woodlands Methodist Church - The Woodlands, TX

(2024-02 - 2024-11)

• Provided pastoral counseling and emotional support to students navigating stress, grief, and personal challenges.
• Led group discussions and services addressing spiritual formation, identity, and life transitions.
• Mentored students through one-on-one care, developing listening, assessment, and guidance skills.
• Planned retreats and events fostering community, resilience, and personal development.

Young Adult Volunteer Coordinator (Unpaid) - Church Project - The Woodlands, TX

(2023-05 - 2024-02)

• Led Bible studies and facilitated group discussions focused on spiritual formation, personal growth, and faith exploration.
• Provided compassionate one-on-one spiritual support and mentorship to young adults facing life transitions, personal challenges, and questions of faith.
• Coordinated community events and fellowship opportunities that fostered meaningful relationships, emotional support, and community engagement.
• Partnered with church leaders and volunteers to support pastoral care initiatives and create inclusive environments for spiritual growth and connection.

Student & Family Intern - Central Baptist Church - Round Rock, TX

(2022-05 - 2022-08)

• Offered relational and spiritual support to students and families during a structured summer ministry program.
• Facilitated small groups and one-on-one conversations focused on emotional and spiritual well-being.
• Assisted pastoral staff in coordinating programming and supporting family engagement.

Summer Staff - Zephyr Baptist Encampment

(2015-02 - 2019-03)

• Maintained pool facilities, including chemical testing, cleaning, and equipment repair to ensure safety compliance.
• Managed A/V systems for events, optimizing sound and lighting performance.
• Trained and supervised lifeguard staff, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and certification standards.

Summer Staff - Zephyr Baptist Encampment

(2021-05 - 2021-08)

• Maintained pool facilities, including chemical testing, cleaning, and equipment repair to ensure safety compliance.
• Managed A/V systems for events, optimizing sound and lighting performance.
• Trained and supervised lifeguard staff, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and certification standards.

Master of Arts - Christian Ministry-Chaplaincy - Dallas Baptist University (2023-05)

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology - Texas A&M University-Kingsville (2019-12)