MARILYN LOOKER
Denver,CO
Summary
Provided the content for the meditations on the Glorious Mysteries and Q&A on the Rosary
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Pilgrimage Leader and Tour Manager
ProRome Tours, Inc.
03.2023 - Current
- Lead guided tours of significant Catholic sites, including basilicas, cathedrals, and pilgrimage routes
- Share engaging narratives about the history, art, and architecture of Catholic landmarks, including the Vatican and Rome, Orvieto, Assisi, Siena and other key pilgrimage sites
- Create a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for participants of all ages
- Coordinate logistics for tours, including transportation, accommodation, and meal arrangements.
Sponsor Fulfillment Manager
National Eucharistic Congress
07.2023 - 02.2024
- Oversaw execution of sponsorship agreements from initiation to completion, ensuring all deliverables are met as per contract terms
- Served as the primary point of contact for sponsors, maintaining regular communication to provide updates, gather feedback, and address any concerns
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to deliver on sponsorship obligations such as events, marketing and social media
- Anticipated challenges and proactively implement solutions to ensure smooth sponsorship delivery.
Spanish Teacher: Honors Spanish III, Spanish III; Spanish IV
Holy Family Catholic High School
01.2021 - 05.2023
- Developed and delivered engaging curriculum for high school courses, including Sacred Scripture, Church History, Sacraments, and Moral Theology, Spanish III, Honors Spanish III, Spanish IV
- Assessed student progress through assignments, projects, and exams, providing constructive feedback and support
- Actively supported the school's faith formation programs, including retreats, prayer services, and liturgical celebrations
- Oversaw the Student Council, guiding students in their planning and execution of school-wide activities, events, and community service projects; Collaborated with faculty, administration, and parents to promote student interests and enhance school culture through Student Council.
Administrative assistant and event planner for Advancement events
John Paul II Resource Center at the Diocese of Phoenix
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Cultivated and fostered relationships with major donors through publications and donor events.
Theology Teacher (long term substitute): Old Testament, New Testament, Church History, Morality
St. Mary’s Catholic High School
09.2018 - 05.2019
Marketing contractor
John Paul Pilgrimages and Tours
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Sourced new leads and increased company revenue by securing pilgrimages.
Theology Teacher: Old Testament, New Testament, Theology of the Church, Paschal Mystery
Xavier College Preparatory Diocese of Phoenix
08.2012 - 05.2018
Writer for Life Teen Publications
Life Teen
06.2013
- Contributed to Full of Grace: A Teen Guide to the Rosary (ISBN 10: 0989287165)
Full-time Theology Teacher; Assistant Campus Minister; Senior Class Co-Moderator
Bourgade Catholic High School
01.2010 - 01.2012
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Theology -
Franciscan University of Steubenville
Steubenville, OhioSkills
- Content Development
Professional Development
- La Universidad Autonoma de Madrid, Madrid, Spain, 09/01/19, 12/01/19
- Aula Toledo, Toledo, Spain, Summer 2017
- Franciscan University of Steubenville John Bosco Conference for Educators, Steubenville, OH, 07/01/15
- Theology of the Body Speaker Training, Phoenix, AZ, 06/01/15, Katrina Zeno, (480) 720-5715
Other
- English
- Spanish
Nominationsandrecognitions
- Member of the WCEA Accreditation Team for St. Mary’s Catholic High School, 02/01/16, Superintendent for Schools Diocese of Phoenix, (602) 354-2000
- Nominee for Teacher of the Year 2013 for AZ CAPE, 2014, Award of Excellence in Recognition of 2013-2014 Arizona Council for American Private Education 9-12 “Teacher of the Year Finalist”, Member of Congress Certificate of Special Recognition for Outstanding and Invaluable Service to the Community
Leadership Experience
- Alpha at the YMCA, Phoenix, AZ, Team member, 02/01/19, 05/01/19, Jad Levi, Senior Network Coordinator, Alpha USA, (480) 430-1110
- All Saints Catholic Newman Center at Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ, Assistant Director of RCIA, 09/01/18, 05/01/19, Instructed and formed young adults in sacramental preparation, Small group women’s leader, Fr Rob Clements, (480) 510-0081, Todd Covarrubias, (480) 858-9033
- Misión en Carrión de los Condes, Camino de Santiago, Spain, Volunteer, Summer 2017, Volunteer with the Augustinian Sisters in their mission to proclaim the Gospel to the pilgrims on the Camino, Hermana Inma, m.inmaluque@hotmail.com
- St. Paul’s Outreach, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ, Women’s Pastoral Leader and Speaker, 08/01/12, 05/01/17, Co-led weekly formation consisting of praise and worship, a talk, and small groups, Todd Covarrubias, (480) 233-9070
- Meal and Message, Tempe, AZ, Director of Young Adult Community, 04/01/15, 02/01/16, Initiated this event to develop greater community among young adults in the Phoenix area, Arranged and cooked weekly meals for crowds of 20-80 young adults, cultivated a core group of volunteers, invited various speakers from to present and was a guest speaker on numerous occasions
Timeline
Sponsor Fulfillment Manager
National Eucharistic Congress
07.2023 - 02.2024
Pilgrimage Leader and Tour Manager
ProRome Tours, Inc.
03.2023 - Current
Spanish Teacher: Honors Spanish III, Spanish III; Spanish IV
Holy Family Catholic High School
01.2021 - 05.2023
Administrative assistant and event planner for Advancement events
John Paul II Resource Center at the Diocese of Phoenix
09.2020 - 12.2020
Theology Teacher (long term substitute): Old Testament, New Testament, Church History, Morality
St. Mary’s Catholic High School
09.2018 - 05.2019
Marketing contractor
John Paul Pilgrimages and Tours
01.2017 - 12.2018
Writer for Life Teen Publications
Life Teen
06.2013
Theology Teacher: Old Testament, New Testament, Theology of the Church, Paschal Mystery
Xavier College Preparatory Diocese of Phoenix
08.2012 - 05.2018
Full-time Theology Teacher; Assistant Campus Minister; Senior Class Co-Moderator
Bourgade Catholic High School
01.2010 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Arts in Theology -
Franciscan University of Steubenville
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