Tryggvi Arnason

Compassionate Episcopal priest, in good standing, with 24+ years of experience providing pastoral care, spiritual guidance, and sacramental ministry to individuals, couples, families, and groups. Skilled in fostering a ministry of presence, creating non-anxious pastoral environment, and demonstrating open-mindedness as a team player in various levels of organizational leadership.

Experienced in offering pastoral care, spiritual guidance, and the administration of sacraments in hospital, hospice, senior care, home, and congregational settings. Provided 24/7 pastoral emergencies including administering last rites and commemoration of the dying. Comfortable and well-versed in a range of supportive roles from visitations, to advanced directives and end of life decision-making, including organ donation, and funeral planning. Comprehensive background in planning and leading worship in variety of settings. Regularly performed baptisms, weddings, funeral and memorial services. Crafted and participated in special ecumenical services. Excellent interpersonal skills skills and collaborative partner in interfaith and community relations. 

• Master's of Divinity: Candler School of Theology - Emory University
• CPE - Clinical Pastoral Education [5 units]: Emory Center for Pastoral Services
• BCCI: Board Certified Chaplain eligible