Rev. Martha Camele
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
Accomplished Priest in Resident at St. Thomas Episcopal Church, adept in community outreach and pastoral care, significantly enhanced congregation engagement through innovative service initiatives. Skilled in program management and liturgy planning, demonstrated exceptional oral communication and collaborative abilities, fostering strong community ties and supporting diverse needs at the Public Library of Cincinnati. Spiritual Minister with 3 years of experience in Pastoral ministry. Accomplished in helping community members strengthen relationships with God by guiding individuals throughout services, programs and discussions.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Priest in Resident, Curate
St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Terrace Park
2023.09 - Current
- Championed community service initiatives encouraging congregation members to actively participate in local volunteer efforts benefiting those in need.
- Provided pastoral care and support to congregation members during times of personal crisis, fostering a strong sense of community within the church.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Organized and led Bible study sessions for various age groups, promoting spiritual growth and understanding of religious texts.
- Delivered engaging sermons tailored to the needs of diverse audiences, effectively communicating spiritual teachings and principles.
Seminary Intern
St. James Episcopal Church, Westwood
2021.09 - 2023.06
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry, in absence of Rector during Sabbatical.
- Assisted at a variety of liturgies and programs
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Delivered Sermons on the Rota, at Sunday liturgies.
- Read scripture readings and Prayers of the People
- Assisted with the planning of liturgies, alongside Rector and Music Minister.
Deacon (Transitional
St. James Episcopal Church, Westwood
2022.12 - 2023.06
- Set the Table at the Eucharist
- Bid the Prayers and Proclaimed the Gospel
- Assisted Rector and Music Minister in the planning of liturgies.
- Made Pastoral Care visits to Congregation member at homes and in the hospital
- Developed programs for congregation members and wider community members
- Authored sermons, speeches and other religious materials.
Administrative Assistant
Forensic Evaluation Service Center
2019.06 - 2020.08
- Supported company leaders by managing budgets, scheduling appointments and organizing itinerary.
- Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests..
- Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail and packages.
- Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
- Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
Reference Librarian
Public Library Of Cincinnati And Hamilton County
1983.06 - 2012.12
- Provided atmosphere of interest and welcome to diverse groups of public library patrons
- Managed reserve desk collection of reference materials.
- Joined forces with teachers and administrators to support curriculum content, learning outcomes and student information needs.
- Resolved patrons' complaints tactfully and professionally.
- Incorporated library services into lessons while also driving curiosity, engaging students and supporting lifelong learning.
- Taught children about library practices via individual and group instruction.
- Worked with teachers to provide students with lifelong learning and research skills.
- Assisted library patrons with resolving computer problems.
- Developed and hosted programs to accompany collection and library goals and to further interest in life-long learning.
Education
Master Of Divinity - Master of Divinity
Bexley Seabury Seminary
Chicago, IL05.2023
Master Of Library And Information Science - Library And Information Science
Kent State University
Kent, OH12.2001
Bachelor Of Science - Humanities
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH06.1999
Skills
- Community Outreach
- Co-worker Training
- Pastoral Care
- Documentation
- Negotiation
- Liturgy Planning
- Program Management
- Strong Oral and Written Communication Skills
- Group Instruction
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Supporting User Research and education
- Collaborative
- Spiritual leadership
- Small Group Facilitation
- Preaching
Timeline
Priest in Resident, Curate
St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Terrace Park
2023.09 - Current
Deacon (Transitional
St. James Episcopal Church, Westwood
2022.12 - 2023.06
Seminary Intern
St. James Episcopal Church, Westwood
2021.09 - 2023.06
Administrative Assistant
Forensic Evaluation Service Center
2019.06 - 2020.08
Reference Librarian
Public Library Of Cincinnati And Hamilton County
1983.06 - 2012.12
Master Of Divinity - Master of Divinity
Bexley Seabury Seminary
Master Of Library And Information Science - Library And Information Science
Kent State University
Bachelor Of Science - Humanities
University of Cincinnati
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