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

years of professional experience

Work History

Pastoral Associate

Holy Redeemer Parish

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

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

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

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