Rosemary Legge
Fort Erie,ON
Summary
Compassionate and Gospel focused Associate Pastor with more than 10 years of experience in all elements of organizational leadership in social services sector and church ministry and success in creating inspirational environments. Possesses an empathetic understanding of individuals and their situation; dedicated to assisting others in their time of need. 15+ years of experience working with newcomers to Canada and international students. Successful in overseeing community services, women's ministries, and volunteers. Exceptional interpersonal skills; able to speak to individuals on a one to one basis and deliver presentations / seminars / sermons to large groups that are informative and connective. Highly welcoming and accomplished in developing and shepherding new and existing church members.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastoral Care Coordinator - Part Time
Gilmore Lodge
01.2025 - Current
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely follow-up and appropriate interventions.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners, facilitating referrals and collaboration on behalf of patients.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
Associate Pastor
Riverside Community Church
08.2023 - 12.2024
- Administrative duties including internal & external communication, building bookings, production of reports, ordering, gathering, and maintaining building needs, Sunday gathering needs, and digital presentations
- Continued participation in Emerging Pastors Cohort program through BIC
- Pastoral Ministry duties including: Supporting senior pastor in developing impactful sermon series that effectively communicate biblical truths while addressing contemporary issues
- Meetings with Lead Pastor
- Continued professional development through studying, mentorship, and writing
- Attendance at BIC Cluster Group meetings and local pastors meetings
- Participation in all BIC development events
- Organizing and leading special events
- Coordination of Grades K-12 Sunday School
- Oversight of Ladies Ministry
- Connecting congregants to partnership organizations such as Mennonite Central Committee, South Niagara Life Ministries, and Camp Kahquah.
- Fostered strong partnerships with local organizations by participating in joint community service projects aimed at improving quality of life for residents.
- Managed volunteer teams for various ministries, ensuring effective use of resources and talents.
- Facilitated weekly Bible studies and small groups aimed at deepening understanding of Scripture while fostering supportive learning environments.
- Delivered dynamic sermons that effectively communicated biblical truths while addressing contemporary issues faced by todays Christians.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, relationship building, and prayer.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
Pastoral Resident
Riverside Community Church
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Administrative duties as described above
- Pastoral Residency development including participation in Emerging Pastors Cohort program through BIC
- Preaching & teaching under mentorship of Lead Pastor Dan Fera
- Pastoral duties including visitation, special services, and denominational training & support days
- Understand and develop a personal and corporate pathway of ministry that fits current needs of congregation and personal gifting within ministry
- Pastoral Ministry including regular roles in the ministry of Riverside and opportunity for further development in ministry
- Leading Prayer and Care ministry
- Leading Ladies Bible study and supporting Ladies Ministry
- Raising up and developing volunteers
- Supporting Lead Pastor in visitation, care, and partnership in preaching/teaching, and developing themes for future sermon series.
Intern
Riverside Community Church
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Working with lead pastor to create, facilitate, and cast vision for church programs and events
- Under pastoral mentorship for education, sermon writing and preparation, and community building
- Overseeing Sunday services when pastoral team is away
- Learning technical aspects of Sunday services – camera, sound, setup/takedown
- Preaching once per month at Riverside Community Church
- Preaching at other community churches to gain experience
- Overseeing church social media
- Assisting with church renovations, special events, and ministries.
Program Director
Fort Erie Multicultural Centre
09.2016 - 08.2021
- Manage settlement services staff
- Provide timely, efficient, and effective settlement services to newcomers
- Build community connections and networks with and for newcomers in Fort Erie
- Provide connection between Fort Erie, GTA, and provincial settlement service providers
- Public speaking
- Fundraising and coordination of public events
- Writer of grant applications, newspaper articles, and public announcements
- Director of settlement related programs.
Girls Dorm Director
Niagara Christian Community of Schools
09.2012 - 08.2016
- Supervision and care of international and domestic students living in dorms
- Plan activities for dorm students throughout year
- Minister to spiritual, emotional, physical, and mental needs of students
- Work directly with NCC staff, teachers, and administrators to deliver exceptional campus experience
- Work with Canadian immigration officials who deal with student visas and immigration issues
- Help to provide a nurturing, caring, and educationally focused environment in which students can grow, learn and develop their skills and talents.
Education
Certification in Be In Christ Studies - Biblical Studies
Emmanuel Bible College
Online10.2022
Certificate - Non-profit Management
Goodman School of Business Brock University
St. Catharines, ON06-2018
Master of Arts Degree - Immigration & Settlement Studies
Ryerson University
Toronto, ON10.2006
Honours Bachelor of Arts Degree - Political Science
Brock University
St. Catharines, ON06.2005
Skills
- Biblically based leadership
- Effective Communicator
- Local missions
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Interpersonal Skills
- Organizational and Operational Skills
- Relationship Building
- Attention to Detail
- Preaching and Sermon Preparation
- Public Speaking
- Congregational care
- Organizational Leadership
Affiliations
- Casa El Norte Refugee Shelter, Fort Erie, Ontario, 2005, Present
- Fort Erie Multicultural Centre, Fort Erie, Ontario, 2012, Present
- Ryerson University Alumni Association, Toronto, Ontario, 2006, Present
- Brock University Alumni Association, St. Catharines, Ontario, 2005, Present
- Niagara Christian Collegiate Incorporated Alumni, Fort Erie, Ontario, 2000, Present
Volunteer History
- Writer, 2021, Present, Fort Erie Multicultural Centre, Writing monthly newspaper articles for FEMC
- Board Member, 2021, Present, Casa El Norte Fort Erie, Currently Board Chairperson
- Board Member/Steering Committee Member, 2019, 2022, Riverside Community Church
- Board Member, 2012, 2016, Fort Erie Multicultural Centre
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Pastoral Care Coordinator - Part Time
Gilmore Lodge
01.2025 - Current
Associate Pastor
Riverside Community Church
08.2023 - 12.2024
Pastoral Resident
Riverside Community Church
10.2022 - 07.2023
Intern
Riverside Community Church
05.2022 - 10.2022
Program Director
Fort Erie Multicultural Centre
09.2016 - 08.2021
Girls Dorm Director
Niagara Christian Community of Schools
09.2012 - 08.2016
Certification in Be In Christ Studies - Biblical Studies
Emmanuel Bible College
Certificate - Non-profit Management
Goodman School of Business Brock University
Master of Arts Degree - Immigration & Settlement Studies
Ryerson University
Honours Bachelor of Arts Degree - Political Science
Brock University
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