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Deacon Martin Castaldi

Scranton

Summary

Compassionate Deacon at Divine Mercy Parish. Dedicated Sacristan/Facilities Manager at the Diocese of Scranton, responsible for liturgical ceremonies and facilities grounds and maintenance. Successfully developing and facilitating a mental health ministry addressing the needs of those suffering with mental illness. Ordained in officiating sacraments and providing grief support, enhancing spiritual growth and unity within congregations and on personal level.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Deacon

Diocese of Scranton
11.2022 - Current


  • Communicating in interfaith dialogues with people providing spiritual guidance and prayer in unity with one another.
  • Developed a successful program for integrating new members into the life of the church through small group involvement and volunteer opportunities.
  • Organized and led Bible study sessions for adults; promoting spiritual growth and understanding of Sacred Scriptures..
  • Planned and executed special religious series during Lenten and Advent.
  • Conducted marriage and baptism counseling sessions with couples seeking guidance in order to foster healthy relationships and spiritual and faithful growth.
  • Delivered engaging sermons tailored to the needs of diverse audiences, effectively communicating spiritual teachings and principles.
  • Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
  • Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
  • Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
  • Volunteered at church-sponsored outreach events.
  • Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
  • Distributed food, clothing, and toys through various fund drives.
  • Organized and developed a Mental Health Ministry to remove the stigma associated with mental illness.

Facilities Manager / Sacristan

St Peters Cathedral
10.2020 - Current
  • Responded to building emergencies and managed repairs.
  • Conducted regular inspections of physical assets, identifying areas for repair or replacement before issues escalated into costly problems.
  • Oversaw all aspects of equipment installation, maintenance, and repair for both internal and external services.
  • Managed vendor relationships for cost-effective services, ensuring quality and timely completion of projects.
  • Investigated problems and determined appropriate remedies.
  • Controlled expenses to meet budget requirements.
  • Evaluated subcontractor performance for quality assurance purposes, maintaining strong partnerships while holding service providers accountable for their work.

Sacristan

St Peters Catherdral
10.2020 - Current
  • Preparing and setting up for mass and other liturgical events such as funerals and viewings.
  • Training staff members on proper procedures for maintaining church grounds and housekeeping responsibilities.
  • Coordinating contractors for repairs and renovations of church.
  • Welcoming worshippers and providing spiritual guidance.
  • Maintaining and ordering supplies and inventory.



Postmaster

United States Postal Service
01.1999 - 12.2020
  • Assisted customers in determining proper postal service to align with individual needs.
  • Managed all aspects of post office staffing, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management to ensure a high-performing team.
  • Maintained a clean and organized post office environment, ensuring smooth daily operations and optimal working conditions for employees.
  • Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies were available for daily operations while minimizing waste from overstocking items.
  • Conducted periodic audits of financial records to maintain accuracy, transparency, and adherence to budgetary guidelines.
  • Ensured compliance with USPS regulations by regularly reviewing policies and procedures, maintaining up-to-date knowledge on relevant changes.
  • Hired, trained, and evaluated performance of employees.
  • Developed strong relationships with local businesses, promoting postal services and generating revenue growth.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with prompt responses to inquiries and timely issue resolution.

Education

MBA - Finance

Marywood University
Scranton, PA
05-1992

Bachelor of Science - Health Administration

Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
12-1985

Skills

  • Individual and group prayer
  • Spiritual leadership
  • Small group facilitation
  • Grief support
  • Officiate Sacraments

Timeline

Deacon

Diocese of Scranton
11.2022 - Current

Facilities Manager / Sacristan

St Peters Cathedral
10.2020 - Current

Sacristan

St Peters Catherdral
10.2020 - Current

Postmaster

United States Postal Service
01.1999 - 12.2020

MBA - Finance

Marywood University

Bachelor of Science - Health Administration

Pennsylvania State University

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