Patrick Izuchukwu Onyekaa
Campi Bisenzio,Italy
Summary
Dedicated professional with expertise in youth ministry programming, compassionate counselling, and chaplaincy services. Skilled in marriage guidance, scripture interpretation, and conflict mediation, providing exceptional religious education delivery and theological insightfulness. Committed to teaching and mentoring through pastoral care and active listening, aiming to foster spiritual growth and community well-being.
Compassionate and dedicated, bringing strong communication and leadership skills to foster spiritual growth and community engagement. Proficient in counselling and public speaking, with deep understanding of religious teachings and pastoral care. Eager to make meaningful impact in teaching roles.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work history
Resident Priest/Student
Catholic Archdiocese of Florence
Campi Bisenzio, Province of Florence
2022.12 - Current
- Guided the Parish youths and children on holiday programs.
- Managed administrative duties in the parish office ensuring efficient operation.
- Delivered engaging sermons to inspire and motivate congregation.
- Collaborated with local organisations, encouraging charitable outreach.
Parish/School administrator
Owerri Archdiocese
Owerri, Nigeria
2019.09 - 2022.05
- Implemented pastoral care programmes, ensuring the spiritual needs of congregation members were met.
- Provided emotional support for grieving families, contributing to their healing process.
- Constructed weekly newsletters, keeping the congregation informed about upcoming activities and events.
- Offered pre-marital counselling sessions resulting in stronger relationships within the community.
Curate/school chaplain
Owerri Archdiocese
Owerri, Nigeria
2016.10 - 2019.09
.
- Coordinated holiday camps focused on promoting positive values among young attendees.
- Visited ill congregants at home or hospital to offer comfort and solace during difficult times.
Education
Licentiate - Dogmatic Theology
Facolta Teologica dell'Italia Centrale
Florence, Italy 2022.02 -
Bachelor of Theology - Sacred Theology
Pontifical Urban University
Owerri affilliated to Rome 2011.10 - 2015.06
Bachelor of Philosophy - Philosophy
Pontifical Urban University
Owerri affilliated to Rome 2006.10 - 2010.06
M.Ed - Educational Psychology
Imo State University
Owerri, Nigeria 2022.10 - 2024.09
Post Graduate Diploma in Education - Education
Imo State University
Owerrri, Nigeria 2020.09 - 2021.09
West African Examination Council (WAEC) - West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)
St. Peter Claver Seminary
Okpala, Ngor-Okpala, Nigeria 2001.10 - 2004.07
Skills
- Youth ministry programming
- Compassionate counselling
- Chaplaincy services
- Marriage guidance
- Scripture interpretation
- Conflict mediation
- Religious education delivery
- Theological insightfulness
- Teaching and mentoring
- Pastoral care
- Active listening
Languages
English
Fluent
Italian
Advanced
Affiliations
- Volley ball, juggling, singing, tourism, teaching
Accomplishments
Youth Organization award (2018), School chaplains award (2020)
Custom
Seeking to be part of the desired positive change and being instrumental to human growth is a divine mandate I cherich,
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Resident Priest/Student
Catholic Archdiocese of Florence
2022.12 - Current
M.Ed - Educational Psychology
Imo State University
2022.10 - 2024.09
Licentiate - Dogmatic Theology
Facolta Teologica dell'Italia Centrale
2022.02 -
Post Graduate Diploma in Education - Education
Imo State University
2020.09 - 2021.09
Parish/School administrator
Owerri Archdiocese
2019.09 - 2022.05
Curate/school chaplain
Owerri Archdiocese
2016.10 - 2019.09
Bachelor of Theology - Sacred Theology
Pontifical Urban University
2011.10 - 2015.06
Bachelor of Philosophy - Philosophy
Pontifical Urban University
2006.10 - 2010.06
West African Examination Council (WAEC) - West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)
St. Peter Claver Seminary
2001.10 - 2004.07