Background
Dr. Marc DelMonico is a strategist for nonprofits and faith-based organizations, a consultant on church minister & worker best practices, and a solutions-driven service provider. Dr. DelMonico has built a national reputation and professional career that combines his capabilities as an innovator, organizer, strategist and scholar. He is a(n)
- Executive-level innovative strategist and outcomes-based leader for diverse faith-based and nonprofit institutions, developing and overseeing budgets of $200K+
- Virtual learning expert, with content and logistical oversight of an online platform with 1,500+ subscribers and $80K to $100K of gross sales per year
- Proactive development strategist who has raised over $400K for mission-focused nonprofits in 2023 and 2024 through grants, fundraising, and donor relations efforts
- Comprehensive collaborative and team-based manager with direct supervisory experience
- Expert in processes, institutions, leader engagement and philanthropy in the nonprofit sector
- Sought-after speaker in training and curriculum development for health care chaplaincy, prison ministries, campus ministries, mission leadership roles, parish roles and more
- Successful consultant in several large-scale multi-stakeholder collaborations
- Highly-rated classroom professor of undergraduates and adult learners
- Published scholar with multiple peer-reviewed and field publications, with an extensive multimedia / digital portfolio
- Demonstrated leader of, multiple efforts related to enhancing diversity
Publications & Media
Find out about Dr. DelMonico’s articles, books, and media presentations – academic and otherwise – covering a wide range of topics across diverse subjects.
Co-Workers or Laborers?: Hermeneutical Considerations of the 2005 USCCB Statement on Lay Ministry with Some Implications for Pastoral Practice
The statement relies on two biblical images- the ecclesial co-worker and a narrative of day laborers. Examining this combined metaphor discloses tensions that mirror the statement’s theological and pastoral divergences on the scope and authority of lay ministry leadership.
Professional Lay Ministry Standards: Developments, Challenges and Opportunities
In 2023, there have been significant developments within the national Catholic Church related to professional standards and competencies in support of lay ministry.
Video Portfolio: Catholic Prison Ministries Coalition
At the USCCB, I worked with representatives from two other national organizations to produce a series of testimonial videos about Catholic prison ministers.
Recent Updates
Stay informed about Dr. DelMonico’s recent activities and take the opportunity to learn more about events, issues, books, music and other interests related to theology, ministry, advocacy and communications.
Article: Promise of Influential 2005 US Church Statement on Lay Ministry Remains Incomplete
Dr. DelMonico’ analysis highlights the need for renewed efforts to encourage the proper agency and valued recognition of lay ministers in the life of the Church today.
Sharing Christmas 2024 Greetings
Read more about my activities in 2024 and view my Christmas greeting card.
Dr. Marc DelMonico Named Director of Education and Communications for Saint Luke Institute
Marc brings a wide range of ministerial, academic, communications and development experience to the internationally-respected independent Catholic education and treatment center.