Rhonda Lomonaco
Wyoming,MI
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure part-time position working with elderly residents. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastoral Associate
Holy Redeemer Parish
Jenison, MI
04.2004 - 04.2024
- Provided compassionate pastoral care during times of crisis or personal struggle, offering support and guidance to individuals and families in need.
- Provided pastoral care, with the assistance of volunteers, to Assisted Living-Nursing Homes in Jenison and Hudsonville.
- Fostered a welcoming atmosphere within the parish by actively reaching out to newcomers, offering hospitality during events, and providing support as needed.
- Managed budgetary responsibilities for several ministries within the church organization, ensuring fiscal responsibility and proper allocation of funds.
- Contributed to church growth by designing targeted outreach programs aimed at attracting new members from diverse backgrounds.
- Assisted with organizing religious activities and services.
- Educated members of the parish on religious beliefs and practices.
- Provided guidance to members of parish.
- Maintained religious records and documents.
- Provided pastoral counseling to members of congregation.
Director of Faith Formation
St. Stephen Catholic Church
East Grand Rapids, MI 49506
08.1997 - 03.2004
- Revitalized religious education curriculum to better align with the needs of diverse age groups and learning styles.
- Spearheaded initiatives that fostered intergenerational connections within the parish community through shared learning experiences.
- Coordinated family-oriented service projects that promoted social justice awareness while reinforcing core Catholic values.
- Developed strategies to engage parents as primary educators in their children''s faith formation process.
- Managed budgets effectively, allocating resources efficiently for maximum impact on faith formation programming.
- Recruited and trained a diverse team of dedicated volunteers to assist in various aspects of faith formation programs.
- Designed comprehensive sacramental preparation processes, ensuring adherence to diocesan guidelines and proper catechesis.
- Created a welcoming atmosphere conducive to spiritual growth by maintaining clean, organized, and inviting faith formation spaces.
- Organized impactful retreats and spiritual workshops, deepening parishioners'' connection to their faith journey.
- Collaborated with clergy, staff, and volunteers for successful execution of faith formation events and initiatives.
- Mentored catechists and provided ongoing professional development opportunities to strengthen teaching skills and enhance program quality.
- Ensured compliance with diocesan safe environment policies by providing training for all staff members working within the ministry setting.
- Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
- Kept program children safe and secure at all times with proactive monitoring strategies.
- Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
Pastoral Minister
St. John Vianney Parish
Jenison, MI
09.1989 - 05.1997
- Planned, executed, and evaluated programs/Sacramental Preparation for children (birth through second grade and their parents)
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theology-Pastoral Care-Family Life Ministry
Aquinas College And Spring Arbor College
Grand Rapids, MI Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Active Listening Skills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Activity Planning and Leadership
- Punctual and Dependable
- Positive Reinforcement Skills
- Self Motivation
Timeline
Pastoral Associate
Holy Redeemer Parish
04.2004 - 04.2024
Director of Faith Formation
St. Stephen Catholic Church
08.1997 - 03.2004
Pastoral Minister
St. John Vianney Parish
09.1989 - 05.1997
Bachelor of Arts - Theology-Pastoral Care-Family Life Ministry
Aquinas College And Spring Arbor College