Robert Gruessing

Personable, self-motivated ministry professional with hands-on experience providing compassionate spiritual care and emotional support to individuals and families. Comfortable working with people with diverse faith, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, skilled in crisis intervention, grief counseling, and end-of-life care. Looking to leverage strong communication, interpersonal skills, as well as several years of pastoral care experience to provide a supportive and inclusive environment.

Crisis Response Chaplain at Holland Hospital (2025-09 – Present)

• Provide crisis intervention and emotional support to individuals during critical situations
• Collaborate with medical staff and chaplains to offer spiritual care and comfort to patients and families
• Facilitate group sessions and counseling to address emotional and psychological challenges
• Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards in all interactions

Pastor of Congregational Care at Bauer CRC (2020-09 – 2024-12)

• Visitation & Counseling
• Preaching
• Teaching
• Funerals
• Sacraments
• Ad hoc member of Council and various committees

Employee at Fastenal (2019-01 – Present)

• Logistics & Supply Chain
• Client Retention & Customer Service

Master of Divinity in Divinity – Calvin Theological Seminary (2014-05)

Bachelor of Science in Ministry Leadership and Business Management – Cornerstone University (2010-05)

Associate of Science in Business Management – Cornerstone University (2008-05)