Bradley Lawrence
Arlington
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in spiritual care and confidential counseling, notably at Naval District Washington. Proven track record in administrative management and innovative program development, enhancing warfighter readiness and resilience. Skilled in fostering team collaboration and achieving operational excellence, with a commitment to supporting military personnel and their families.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Chaplain
Naval District Washington, DC
04.2025 - Current
- Conducts Catholic religious rites and burials at Arlington National Cemetery
- Counseling support to Military Personnel and families at Washington Navy Yard.
- Other confidential high-profile assignments within the Washington, DC area.
Division Officer
USS CARL VINSON (CVN 70)
03.2023 - 03.2025
- Performed regular oversight and evaluations of 22 Sailors, 4 civilians, and mentored 10 Officers.
- Prepped 15 sailors for inspection with 97% success rate.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Provided 2,285 hours of confidential counseling to 9,486 Sailors across 8 ships within the Strike Group.
- Deployed twice the the Western Pacific in support of 7th Fleet Operations and National Security strategic objectives.
- #2 of 50 LT Officers in the Command.
Command Chaplain
2nd Reconnaissance Battalion, 2D MARDIV
02.2021 - 03.2023
- Provided engaging, team-oriented workplace dedicated to career, family and faith enhancing overall warfighter readiness and resilience.
- Provided casualty assistance to 2 KIA Marines' families and coworkers from Afghanistan.
- Deployed aboard the USS KEARSARGE and innovated Expeditionary Advanced Base of Operations (EABO) religious ministry delivery across the EUCOM theater of operations.
- #1 of 27 Officer within the Command.
Staff Chaplain
Commander Fleet Activities, Sasebo
11.2018 - 01.2021
- Provided critical religious and mental health support to over 9,800 Sailors and family during the COVID-19 global pandemic.
- Innovated and developed a resilience-based TV program to enhance Sailor and warfighter readiness.
- Deployed aboard the USS AMERICA as a critical Command asset impacting the entire 7th Fleet Area of Operations (AOR).
Officer Development School and Chaplain School
United States Navy
09.2018 - 11.2018
- Completed basic training for Navy Staff Officer and Chaplain accession program.
Administrator
St. Paul Catholic Church - Archdiocese of Portland, OR
07.2016 - 06.2018
- Supervised the construction of a $1,000,000 construction and building expansion project.
- Attended to the spiritual care of 3,000 families.
- Supervised and managed a staff of 8 employees.
- Executed a $800,000 annual budget and decreased overall expenditures by 20%. Dissolved a revocable trust and returned $400,000 of assets to the parish.
Associate Pastor
St. Paul Catholic Church - Archdiocese of Portland, OR
03.2015 - 06.2016
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Supervised the $1,000,000 capital campaign for church renovation and expansion meeting 105% of goal.
- Overhauled the parish budget and corrected financial irregularities and misappropriation of restricted funds.
- Engaged with the hiring process for the General Contractor for construction.
Director of Alumni Affairs
Mount Angel Abbey
01.2014 - 03.2015
- Monitored and assessed results of postsecondary programs and services to identify and capitalize on potential improvements.
- Directed engagement affairs with undergraduate and graduate alumni for capital contributions directly resulting in 30% increased giving.
- Cultivated alumni retreats and events building connectedness with the academic institution.
Education
Master of Divinity - Theology
Mount Angel Seminary
Mount Angel05-2013
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
Mount Angel Seminary
Mount Angel, OR05-2006
Skills
- Spiritual care
- Confidential counseling and mental health support
- Administrative and organizational management
- Development and fundraising
- Program management and staff supervisor
- Innovative for manpower, time and resource efficiency
- Communicative and responsive
Accomplishments
- Consistently recognized as a top 5% performer in large Officer cohorts.
- Awarded numerous citations and honors for personal initiative and innovation.
Certification
- Certified in SafeTALK T4T and ASIST T4T suicide prevention and intervention.
- Joint Professional Military Education Phase 1.
- Fleet Marine Force and Surface Chaplain Officer qualified.
Languages
Latin
Professional Working
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Staff Chaplain
Naval District Washington, DC
04.2025 - Current
Division Officer
USS CARL VINSON (CVN 70)
03.2023 - 03.2025
Command Chaplain
2nd Reconnaissance Battalion, 2D MARDIV
02.2021 - 03.2023
Staff Chaplain
Commander Fleet Activities, Sasebo
11.2018 - 01.2021
Officer Development School and Chaplain School
United States Navy
09.2018 - 11.2018
Administrator
St. Paul Catholic Church - Archdiocese of Portland, OR
07.2016 - 06.2018
Associate Pastor
St. Paul Catholic Church - Archdiocese of Portland, OR
03.2015 - 06.2016
Director of Alumni Affairs
Mount Angel Abbey
01.2014 - 03.2015
Master of Divinity - Theology
Mount Angel Seminary
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
Mount Angel Seminary
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