Christina J. Kieser

• Design and implement comprehensive adult faith formation programs, including Bible studies, OCIA, retreats, and speaker series, to inspire spiritual growth and deepen understanding of the Catholic faith.
• Develop initiatives that integrate the beauty of Catholic tradition, history, theology, and liturgy to enhance adult catechesis.
• Lead parish-wide strategic initiatives, including the Eucharistic Revival Parish Plan (2024) and the Jubilee of Hope Parish Plan (2025), fostering spiritual renewal and engaging the parish community.
• Oversee social justice ministries aligned with Catholic Social Teaching, promoting charitable works and advocacy for marginalized populations through parish-wide outreach and engagement.
• Collaborate with staff, ministry leaders, and volunteers to align programs with parish goals, recruit and train catechists and ministry volunteers, and provide ongoing support and mentorship.
• Act as a resource and liaison for parish ministries, councils, and committees, contributing to strategic planning and the successful execution of parish missions and projects.
• Foster a culture of compassion and advocacy by organizing events and partnerships with local and global organizations to support underserved communities.
• Utilize strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills to cultivate a vibrant, mission-driven parish community.

Key Achievements:

• Successfully launched two transformative parish initiatives—the Eucharistic Revival Parish Plan (2024) and the Jubilee of Hope Parish Plan (2025)—sparking faith renewal and increased parish engagement.
• Established the Brotherhood of St. Stephen (BOSS) men’s ministry, fostering faith growth, fellowship, and leadership among male parishioners.
• Spearheaded the parish’s 2024 Giving Tuesday campaign, surpassing fundraising goals to secure a $15,000 monstrance in honor of the Eucharistic Revival.

• Facilitate virtual courses in catechesis, youth ministry, Catholic religion, and theology, fostering a collaborative learning environment for professional and lay ministers worldwide.
• Guide participants through course content, ensuring comprehension and application of principles within their specific ministry contexts.
• Engage with a diverse international student population, adapting facilitation techniques to meet varied cultural and educational needs, while promoting inclusivity and understanding.
• Stay up to date on best practices, research, and emerging trends to provide relevant and insightful guidance for course content and discussions.
• Provide constructive feedback on assignments and discussions, encouraging thoughtful reflection, spiritual growth, and professional development among participants.
• Promote active participation and collaboration through skillful moderation of online discussions, creating a dynamic and engaged virtual learning community.

Key Achievements:

• Fostered strong relationships with global ministry leaders and catechists, significantly contributing to the effectiveness of faith formation efforts across diverse cultural settings.
• Increased student engagement and satisfaction by implementing innovative online facilitation methods, improving retention rates and overall learning experience.
• Supported the Church’s mission by empowering both professional and lay ministers, ensuring they are equipped with the tools and knowledge to effectively serve their communities.

• Directed all aspects of the base camp for diocesan work camp participants, including managing staff, adult volunteers, clergy, and youth campers, to create a safe, engaging, and spiritually enriching environment.
• Designed, implemented, and managed a comprehensive meal plan, coordinating schedules, logistics, and responsibilities to ensure operational efficiency and participant satisfaction.
• Built and maintained collaborative relationships with parishes in Hampton Roads, local non-profits, and private businesses, securing resources and enhancing the camp's outreach and service impact.
• Recruited, trained, and supported camp volunteers, fostering a cohesive and effective team that contributed to the camp's success.
• Managed food budgets and conducted detailed logistical planning to ensure smooth execution of base camp activities, addressing challenges as they arose.
• Served as the primary liaison with the host site (Catholic school administration) during camp planning and execution, ensuring resource integration and smooth venue coordination.

Key Achievements:

• Cultivated partnerships with local Catholic organizations, expanding service opportunities and volunteer engagement, significantly impacting the camp's outreach and success.
• Responded efficiently to a late-night emergency involving a fire in the air conditioning system, coordinating with emergency services to ensure the safe evacuation of all campers and volunteers.
• Successfully delivered a seamless work camp experience at a new venue, overcoming logistical challenges while maintaining the high standards of the program.

• Provided critical leadership for sacramental preparation, faith formation, and catechesis programs, fostering the spiritual growth of military families and personnel despite continuous turnover in chapel staff, chaplains, and families. Ensured stability in all programming, navigating the challenges of the dynamic and transient military environment.
• Designed and implemented innovative catechetical programming that emphasized active learning, dynamic engagement, and family-centered faith formation, leading to increased participation from military families in a high-stress, often-deployed environment.
• Served as Retreat Coordinator, overseeing the planning and execution of chapel retreats that addressed the unique stressors of military life and created transformative spiritual experiences, fostering resilience in participants.
• Developed comprehensive annual catechetical plans and budgets, effectively aligning resources with the ever-changing spiritual needs and priorities of the base chapel community amidst staff turnover and the pressures of military life.
• Collaborated with the Diocese of Richmond, contributing to professional training and facilitating joint programs with the Army to enhance interservice faith formation efforts, providing stability and continuity for the chapel community during times of high stress and transition.

Key Achievements:

• Introduced family faith formation initiatives that significantly increased participation and engagement across military families, maintaining consistency in programming despite frequent changes in chapel staff and military personnel.
• Coordinated and executed multiple successful chapel retreats, effectively addressing the unique stress of military deployments and fostering deeper spiritual growth within the base community.
• Managed budgets and catechetical resources, ensuring sustainable programming and sacramental preparation efforts, even amid the constant turnover of staff and the challenges presented by a stressful military environment.
• Strengthened interservice relationships through joint programming efforts, providing continuity of service and support to a diverse and constantly shifting military population.