Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange
Michele Ballestero has gained valuable work experience in various roles over the past few years. From 2018 to 2019, they worked as a Student Intern at Orangewood Children and Family Center. Then, from 2019 to 2022, they held the position of Program Director at The Fellowship of Catholic University Students. Currently, Michele is working as the Director of Religious Education PreK-12th Grade at the Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange, starting in 2022.
Michele Ballestero's education history begins with their enrollment at Canyon High School in an unspecified year. Michele obtained their high school diploma from Tustin High School in 2015. Moving on to higher education, they attended Santa Ana College from 2015 to 2017 and earned an Associate of Arts degree with an unspecified field of study. Subsequently, they pursued their Bachelor's degree in Human Services-Mental Health at California State University, Fullerton, which they completed from 2017 to 2019. In an unspecified year, they obtained a Certification in Campus Ministry from the University of Mary. Michele then continued their education at the University of Mary, where they completed another Certification in Campus Ministry from 2019 to 2020. Currently, they are studying at St. John Vianney Seminary, pursuing a Certification in Catechetical Studies from 2021 to 2023.
Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange
With 1.3 million Catholics and 63 parishes and centers across Orange County, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange is among the largest and most diverse faith communities in the U.S. Our community is on a journey of faith together, growing closer to God and closer to one another as we explore, experience and share the mystery of Christ and the love of our Lord. Our vision is to establish and support dynamic, vibrant parishes and schools which welcome all to live the Gospel with faith, joy, charity and unity. Our Diocese encourages each person to have an active life of faith that is integrated and woven into the fabric of their daily lives through the community and sacramental life of the Catholic Church. The Diocese of Orange is headquartered at the Christ Cathedral Campus in Garden Grove, Calif. Job openings are advertised and updated frequently on the Diocese of Orange's Career Opportunities page at https://www.rcbo.org/careers/.