Experience

Moody Publishers

• United States
• Book and Periodical Publishing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Author, "Called to Cultivate: A Gospel Vision for Women and Work"

  • Sep 2023 - Present

  I wrote this book because many of the (excellent) books I read on work, calling, and vocation, didn't address some of the unique questions I had as a Christian woman, wanting to think deeply and well on the topic. At the time, I was walking through a challenging professional season, and there weren't many books addressing the questions I was processing.Women face unique opportunities and challenges within work, and I’ve personally wrestled through many of them myself.Women wrestle with questions like:"If I step back for a season to raise children, will I be able to enter back into the workforce?""How do I glorify the Lord with my work?""How do I balance work and life?""How do I deal with a bad boss and respectfully stand up for myself at work?""Should I pursue higher education if I want to get married and have children? ""Should I work outside the home if I have young children?"The majority of people spend approximately 90,000 hours of their lives working. Yet many of us don’t consider why we work, where we work, or even how we approach our work. I want you to be equipped to step into a meaningful vocation, know how to lead well, navigate challenges, and press into opportunities.My desire for this book is to honor women in many different seasons of life, serving in different roles and capacities. God calls each one of us to different roles, assignments, and seasons throughout our lives. Show less

• Author - Longing for Motherhood, Finding Hope in the Midst of Childlessness

  • Mar 2018 - Present

  Childlessness remains a taboo topic in today’s culture, especially in Christian circles. Many women feel isolated, ashamed, or uncertain of how to reconcile this trial with a loving God. The death of the dream of motherhood—whether from infertility, barrenness, miscarriage, or the loss of a child—is one of the hardest journeys women can walk through.In Longing for Motherhood, Chelsea Patterson Sobolik speaks to these burdens specifically. She shares vulnerably about her own journey of childlessness and how she has ultimately come to view her story through the lens of Scripture and our hope in Christ. While remaining tender and empathetic toward suffering and longing, she discusses the comfort we have in knowing that the Lord is sovereign over all, and that His love is sufficient to carry us through any and every situation.A timely book for women struggling with childlessness, as well as for pastors, friends, and family who want to care for them well, Longing for Motherhood is a tender, truthful companion for a difficult journey. Show less



World Relief

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 700 & Above Employee

• Director of Government Relations

  • Jun 2023 - Present

  At World Relief, I’ll primarily be focused on vulnerable populations, including refugees and asylum-seekers. I’ll also be working on some immigration-based priorities, as well as international humanitarian aid and relief. ​​World Relief is a global Christian humanitarian organization that is fighting for change that lasts, in the U.S. and across the globe. They work to bring sustainable solutions to the world’s greatest problems – disasters, extreme poverty, violence, oppression, and mass displacement. Show less



Lifeline Children's Services

• United States
• Religious Institutions
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Senior Director of Policy & Advocacy

  • Jul 2022 - Jun 2023



Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission

• United States
• Religious Institutions
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director Of Public Policy

  • Nov 2018 - Jul 2022

  - Advanced the public policy interests of the Southern Baptist Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission before the U.S. government and intergovernmental organizations, managing all aspects of a portfolio of policy issues and directing resources to make a tangible impact advancing these issues. - Advocated for the ERLC’s position in one-on-one and group settings with members of Congress, Administration officials, and U.S. government staff. - Cultivated and managed a range of relationships on Capitol Hill, within the Administration, and with key stakeholders and coalition partners. - Built and led coalitions relating to advancing the ERLC’s policy agenda, and achieving common policy goals. - Tracked and analyzed legislation, federal regulation, committee hearing and markups for consistency with SBC resolutions, ERLC policy positions, and ERLC’s issue set. - Served on ERLC's senior leadership team, and provided strategy and leadership for the institution. - Contributed to ERLC content outlets including ERLC.com, and elsewhere by producing articles, issue briefs, and legislative analysis. Show less



K&L Gates

• United States
• Law Practice
• 700 & Above Employee

• Policy and Government Affairs Assistant

  • May 2018 - Nov 2018

  - Planned and managed the daily schedules for three lobbyists, one of which the head of the Financial Services policy group, and an equity partner. - Corresponded with Congressional offices, and clients for the lobbyists I supported. - Oversaw billing for the lobbyists. - Worked with international partners and diplomats on partnerships opportunities. - Planned and managed the daily schedules for three lobbyists, one of which the head of the Financial Services policy group, and an equity partner. - Corresponded with Congressional offices, and clients for the lobbyists I supported. - Oversaw billing for the lobbyists. - Worked with international partners and diplomats on partnerships opportunities.



U.S. House of Representatives

• United States
• Legislative Offices
• 700 & Above Employee

• Legislative Assistant

  • May 2016 - Apr 2018

  - Played a vital role in ensuring the Adoption Tax Credit remained in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017.- Co-lead the Adoption Caucus (Congress' largest bi-partisan / bi-cameral caucus), Foster Youth Caucus, and the Israel Allies Caucus for the Congressman.- Coalition Building, Growing the membership and circulating letters and legislation on behalf of the co-chairs.- Built relationships with key stakeholders on issues related to my portfolio.- Reviewed and drafted legislation recommended co-sponsorships, and made vote recommendations on issues in my portfolio.- Wrote speeches and op-eds for the Congressman on issues pertaining to my portfolio.- Helped in multiple international adoption cases on behalf of constituents, to secure safe travel home with their child Show less

• Scheduler and Office Manager

  • Mar 2015 - Nov 2016

  - Planned and managed the daily schedule for a Senior Member of Congress.- Organized meetings for, or on behalf of the Member with constituent organizations, universities, advocacy groups, federal agencies, foreign leaders, and others on key policy issues.-Correspond with constituents, representatives, and Committee personnel for meetings with the Member and staff-Oversee day-to-day tasks for the Member and Chief of Staff-Coordinate travel arrangements for the Member and all staff members-Facilitate weekly staff meetings and conference calls-Intern Coordinator - Interview and select interns to be in the congressional office - Train and oversee interns with their daily intern tasks - Evaluate and provide feedback for the interns growth process-Perform necessary administrative tasks including answering phones and office setup Show less