Dr. Stephen D. Bradley

First Baptist Naples,
Professional Organizations Chaplaincy, Healthcare Chaplaincy
First Baptist Naples
July 24
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About My Family

My wife, Janie, and I have been married for 26 years. We have two daughters and one grandson. Janie recently received a kidney transplant with me as the donor. We were a perfect match!

About My Ministry

I’m an SBC-endorsed healthcare chaplain at Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH) Health System in Naples, Fla. The Lord has called me to be the director of spiritual care. I see patients in all areas of the hospital and provide pastoral care to patients, families and hospital staff. Additionally, I supervise all spiritual care personnel, including chaplains and volunteers.

SBC Chaplaincy

Chaplaincy is a vital frontline ministry and extension of the local church. Chaplains reach the lost among the thousands of men and women in the U.S. Armed Forces, correctional facilities, healthcare settings, public safety, disaster relief sites and corporate environments. SBC Chaplains care for the broken, offer hope to the hopeless and advance the gospel of Jesus Christ in hard to reach places.
The qualifications expected of a Southern Baptist applying for endorsement as a chaplain or counselor are established by the using agency and the Chaplains Commission, SBC. These qualification requirements vary according to the type of chaplaincy or counseling ministry involved but all are expected to meet a high level of ministerial competence.

Pray

Pray that the Lord would provide direction and favor as I seek to be effective for Jesus Christ as director of spiritual care at NCH. Pray for opportunities to share the gospel and open hearts among the people to whom I minister. Pray people will come to saving faith in Jesus. Pray for protection and favor among those with whom I interact.

Participate

Commit to long-term prayer support. Explore the opportunities to extend the reach of your church by becoming a chaplain. Be involved in supporting chaplains and their families. Send notes of encouragement. Talk with a chaplain about his or her ministry context. Send resources that support a chaplain's ministry context. Pray for chaplains and their families.
NAMB does not provide compensation for SBC endorsed chaplains. However, a general fund is available to receive donations in support of the ministry and pastoral care to SBC endorsed chaplains. To donate, please visit Support Chaplaincy (missionaries.namb.net/projects/full/chaplaincy).
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