Cheri Holdridge
Toledo,Ohio
Summary
Professional with strong background in coaching, equipped to drive team success and foster individual growth. Proven ability to motivate individuals and teams, leading to significant performance improvements. Known for flexibility, reliability, and unwavering focus on achieving results through collaboration and adaptability. Proficient in developing tailored training programs, building rapport, and enhancing team dynamics. Uniquely qualified to be a Life Design Coach.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Spiritual Caregiver
Hospice of Northwest Ohio
12.2019 - Current
- Provided spiritual support to patients and families during end-of-life care.
- Mentored new chaplains and staff in other disciplines, enhancing team effectiveness in patient support.
- Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
Spiritual Care Coordinator
Heartland Hospice
03.2017 - 12.2019
- Coordinated patient care plans to ensure timely and effective service delivery.
- Implemented quality assurance protocols to improve service consistency and efficiency.
Ministry Coach and Consultant
Epicenter Group
03.2011 - 12.2018
- Mentored emerging leaders, fostering professional growth and confidence.
- Facilitated workshops to improve communication and collaboration among diverse teams.
Visitation Assistant
Coyle Funeral Home
05.2016 - 04.2017
- Assisted families with grief support, fostering compassionate communication during sensitive times.
- Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
Administrative Assistant
Law Offices of Kurt M. Young
09.2016 - 03.2017
- Delivered excellent client service through prompt responses to inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Managed correspondence, prioritizing communications to facilitate smooth operations.
Founding Pastor
Village Church UMC/UCC
06.2008 - 09.2016
- Founding Pastor of a diverse and inclusive new church start collaboration of two denominations
- Developed and implemented community outreach programs to foster engagement and support local needs.
- Guided church staff and leaders in operational excellence, enhancing team collaboration and productivity.
Ohio Field Organizer for Equal Housing and Employment Campaign
Open and Affirming Coalition, UCC
02.2014 - 12.2014
- Developed training materials for volunteers, enhancing understanding of organizational goals and mission.
- Facilitated workshops on inclusivity and equity, promoting awareness of LGBTQ+ issues within communities.
Ohio Field Organizer for Equal Housing and Employment Campaign
Reconciling Ministries Network, UMC
11.2013 - 12.2014
- Collaborated with local organizations to strengthen partnerships and expand resource accessibility for constituents.
Pastor
Central UMC
07.1999 - 06.2008
- Coordinated community outreach programs to enhance church visibility and support local needs.
- Implemented strategic initiatives to improve worship service attendance and participation rates.
Education
Master of Divinity -
Emory University (Candler School of Theology)
Atlanta, GeorgiaRotary Foundation Scholar -
University of Durham
Durham, EnglandBachelor of Arts - English & Religion
McMurry College
Abilene, TexasSkills
- Effective communication
- Personable and friendly
- Team development
- Group leadership
- Building relationships
Accomplishments
Woodruff Scholar, Candler School of Theology, Emory University
Harry Soladay Memorial Award, Outstanding Graduating Senior, McMurry University
Equality Toledo Award for Community Advocacy for LGBTQ+ Persons
Bishop Melvin Talbert Awardfor Social Justice Collaborations with LGBTQ Persons
Certification
Ordained Elder, West Ohio Conference of the United Methodist Church
Timeline
Spiritual Caregiver
Hospice of Northwest Ohio
12.2019 - Current
Spiritual Care Coordinator
Heartland Hospice
03.2017 - 12.2019
Administrative Assistant
Law Offices of Kurt M. Young
09.2016 - 03.2017
Visitation Assistant
Coyle Funeral Home
05.2016 - 04.2017
Ohio Field Organizer for Equal Housing and Employment Campaign
Open and Affirming Coalition, UCC
02.2014 - 12.2014
Ohio Field Organizer for Equal Housing and Employment Campaign
Reconciling Ministries Network, UMC
11.2013 - 12.2014
Ministry Coach and Consultant
Epicenter Group
03.2011 - 12.2018
Founding Pastor
Village Church UMC/UCC
06.2008 - 09.2016
Pastor
Central UMC
07.1999 - 06.2008
Bachelor of Arts - English & Religion
McMurry College
Master of Divinity -
Emory University (Candler School of Theology)
Rotary Foundation Scholar -
University of Durham
Honors & Awards
Rotary Foundation Scholar, Woodruff Scholar, Candler School of Theology, Emory University, Harry Soladay Memorial Award, Outstanding Graduating Senior, McMurry University, Equality Toledo Award (add details), Bishop Melvin Talbert Award for Social Justice work with LGBTQ Persons
Development and Training
- Clinical Pastoral Education, St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, Ann Arbor, Michigan, One Unit
- Clinical Pastoral Education, Institute for Clinical Pastoral Training, One Unit, in progress
Community and Professional Activities
- Quality Oversight & Performance Improvement Oversight Committee, Hospice of NW OH, Member
- Outreach Team, Sylvania UMC, Chair
- Equality Toledo, former Board Member
- Faith Leaders Coalition of Equality Toledo, former chair
- Faith Leaders Roundtable, Human Rights Campaign, former Member
- Equality Ohio, former Board Member
- Ohio Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice, former Board Member
- Pro-Choice Ohio, (formerly NARAL Pro-Choice Ohio), former Board Member
- Issue Box Theatre, Toledo, Ohio, former Board Member and Secretary