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Latest Job Openings
Associate Director, Office of Adolescent Catechesis and Evangelization
Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston
The Office of Adolescent Catechesis and Evangelization is seeking an Associate Director who is bi-lingual (English/Spanish) to serve the diverse communities throughout the archdiocese. This is a full-time position. The Associate Director of Adolescent Catechesis and Evangelization will work to provide a broad-based ministry guided by the principles of V Encuentro, Missionary Disciples Going Forth with Joy - National Plan for Hispanic/Latino Ministry, and Renewing the Vision.
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Online Theology Program Director
St. Joseph's College of Maine (Applications due by November 17, 2023)
This position is chiefly responsible for the theological integrity and continuous academic improvement of our highly regarded Catholic Online Theology programs. The Program Director provides instructional leadership and management; initiates and implements marketing and outreach; recommends new programs for development to attract new markets, oversees the general operations of the programs, and is part of the SJC Online management team. This position reports directly to the Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs.
The position (see below) has been posted and potential candidates can access it here.
The position (see below) has been posted and potential candidates can access it here.
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Director of Religious Education
St. Bridget of Sweden Parish, Cheshire, CT
St. Bridget Church has an opening for a full-time Director of Religious Education, who administrates (designs, develops, directs and evaluates) a total parish catechetical program for students from Kindergarten through Confirmation, directs and guides sacramental preparation for adults, including adult Confirmation and RCIA, and will provide leadership to assist a parish community in building a solid foundation for adult and youth spirituality, Christian living, ministry and outreach.
The essential functions of the position will include, but not limited to: designing catechetical programs which support lifelong learning and conform to the National Catechetical Directory (NCD), Archdiocesan guidelines and parish needs; developing a coordinated approach toward total parish religious education, i.e., faith development through catechesis on all levels; directs the implementation and on-going management of the total parish religious education program; evaluates the religious education programs at all levels (parish staff, catechetical staff, participants), and collates evaluation information and gives feedback to appropriate groups and adjusts religious education programs in relation to parish feedback and current professional literature.
A Degree in Education, Theology, or a related field, and proficiency in Theology, Program Development, Catechist Development, Education, Communication and Relationships, and Administration/ Management, are preferred. Experience is preferred. Additionally, this position will require a Catholic in good standing and an individual who is faith-filled and willing to be involved in the parish and be committed to the Church and its catechetical mission. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with others and have a comfort level with technology and social media, in addition to excellent public speaking, teaching and facilitation skills are important aspects of the position.
The essential functions of the position will include, but not limited to: designing catechetical programs which support lifelong learning and conform to the National Catechetical Directory (NCD), Archdiocesan guidelines and parish needs; developing a coordinated approach toward total parish religious education, i.e., faith development through catechesis on all levels; directs the implementation and on-going management of the total parish religious education program; evaluates the religious education programs at all levels (parish staff, catechetical staff, participants), and collates evaluation information and gives feedback to appropriate groups and adjusts religious education programs in relation to parish feedback and current professional literature.
A Degree in Education, Theology, or a related field, and proficiency in Theology, Program Development, Catechist Development, Education, Communication and Relationships, and Administration/ Management, are preferred. Experience is preferred. Additionally, this position will require a Catholic in good standing and an individual who is faith-filled and willing to be involved in the parish and be committed to the Church and its catechetical mission. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with others and have a comfort level with technology and social media, in addition to excellent public speaking, teaching and facilitation skills are important aspects of the position.
- Interested candidates may request a copy of the full job description, or to submit a letter of interest and updated resume
- Please email Sister Mary Rose at Srmaryrose@cheshirecatholic.org
Director of Formation
St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Raleigh, NC
St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Raleigh, NC, a community of over 5000 households, seeks a passionate and dynamic individual to join our staff as Director of Formation. The Director, in collaboration with the Director of High School and Young Adult Formation, holds the vision for a comprehensive catechetical formation program serving pre-school through adult parishioners. This includes sacramental preparation for the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, First Eucharist, and First Reconciliation. Director supervises the formation team in support of this effort. The position also oversees the year-round RCIA process for both adults and children of catechetical age in collaboration with staff and a team of volunteers.
- For more information please visit our website: https://www.stfrancisraleigh.org/jobs/
- To apply, please send cover letter and resume to: search.committee@stfrancisraleigh.org
Coordinator of Middle School Formation
St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Raleigh, NC
St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Raleigh, NC, a community of over 5000 households, is currently seeking an enthusiastic and qualified Coordinator of Middle School Formation. This position is responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of our middle school ministry program/curriculum, including small group-based formation events and service and learning opportunities. The position also coordinates, implements, and leads our summer camp based upon the corporal works of mercy (Mercy Camp) utilizing key stakeholders. In addition, this person will recruit and train the Middle School Youth Ministry Core Team (adult volunteers) in planning and executing ministry sessions, fellowship events, and service opportunities.
- For more information please visit our website: https://www.stfrancisraleigh.org/jobs/#
- To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to: search.committee@stfrancisraleigh.org
Archdiocesan Associate Director, Parish Faith Formation
Archdiocese of New Orleans
The Archdiocese of New Orleans Department of Catholic Education and Faith Formation is seeking an Associate Director of Parish Faith Formation, who will be responsible for serving, supporting, and guiding parish DREs/PCLs, Adult Faith Formation Leaders, and RCIA (Christian Initiation) Coordinators throughout the archdiocese. This position necessitates that one be a committed disciple of Jesus Christ, who is knowledgeable and passionate about the Church’s mission of evangelizing catechesis. This individual should have a strong background and experience with the following: family faith formation; adult faith formation; year-round process for Christian initiation; faith formation for individuals with special needs; skills training and ongoing formation for catechetical leaders; and ministry with multi-cultural parishes. This position reports to the Deputy Director of Faith Formation and collaborates with the Associate Director of School Faith Formation (as well as with all members of the departmental team) to support the unified mission and ministry of forming lifelong disciples who witness God’s love with joy in all of our parish and school communities.
Requirements:
Start Date: As soon as possible.
Please email your résumé and cover letter to: mwhitehouse@arch-no.org.
For more information related to the ministry connected with this position, see https://noladceff.org.
Requirements:
- Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church
- Master’s degree in Theology, Religious Education, or related discipline
- Minimum experience of 5 years in parish/diocesan ministry in catechesis and faith formation
- Strong knowledge of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, the Directory for Catechesis, and other documents relevant to evangelization and catechesis
- Experience in directing/facilitating family faith formation
- Excellent communication skills and pastoral sensitivity
- Proficient with technology, including Microsoft Office and Google Suites
- Strongly Preferred: Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Start Date: As soon as possible.
Please email your résumé and cover letter to: mwhitehouse@arch-no.org.
For more information related to the ministry connected with this position, see https://noladceff.org.
Parish Director of Religious Education/Parish Catechetical Leader
Diocese of Paterson, New Jersey
We are looking for a DRE/PCL, who will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of religious curriculum and building the faith community of the parish through the children and families. The DRE/PCL will be work closely with the pastor, the parish staff, an assistant, parents and a team of volunteers who teach the children in the classroom. The DRE/PLC will be responsible for K through 10 grade and Adult Faith Formation.
Please email resume to: catechesis@patersondiocese.org
For more information and details about the position and location: catechesis@patersondiocese.org
- Academic Qualifications: The DRE/PLC should possess a master's degree as a minimum requirement, preferably a degree in religious education, theology, scripture, or pastoral ministry.
- Experience: 2-5 Years
- A preferred candidate: Bilingual and be able to minister to Spanish-speaking families.
- Salary: $75,000 + Benefits
- Start Date: As soon as possible. The person could start in November or January.
Please email resume to: catechesis@patersondiocese.org
For more information and details about the position and location: catechesis@patersondiocese.org
Parish Director of Youth Ministry
Diocese of Paterson, New Jersey
We are looking for a dynamic, energetic, faith-filled disciple of Jesus Christ to serve as Director of Youth Ministry to help facilitate the evangelization, formation, and discipleship of youths as well as young adults for a parish in the Diocese of Paterson, New Jersey.
Requirements:
Please email the resume to catechesis@patersondiocese.org
For more information and details about the position and location: catechesis@patersondiocese.org
Requirements:
- Passionately Catholic, Motivated and Creative, Ready to Lead, Open to work in a great team,
- A bachelor's degree or equivalent, ideally in theology, youth ministry, religious education, or communication.
- Experience: 0-2 Years
- A preferred candidate: Bilingual
- Salary: $65,000 + benefits
- Start Date: As soon as possible. The person could start in November or January.
Please email the resume to catechesis@patersondiocese.org
For more information and details about the position and location: catechesis@patersondiocese.org
Project Coordinator: The Dominus Project
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University, Baton Rouge, LA
The Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University, whose mission is to educate and form Franciscan servant leaders of all faiths, is seeking both a full-time and a half-time Project Coordinator for its new endeavor, The Dominus Project. Dominus Project Information: The Dominus Project works with families, parishes,
schools, and ecclesial organizations to help families be the domestic churches they are called to be. It does this through (1) garnering intercessors, (2) forming catechetical leaders among the clergy and laity to lead the way in a cultural transition from parish and school catechesis to family catechesis as the primary and fundamental way the faith is handed on to children; (3) creating and cultivating multimedia resources for family catechesis, as well as drawing upon national resources, to help this transition take root in Southern Louisiana and beyond. With these leaders and resources, the Dominus Project will train, accompany, support, and encourage families through parish and school programs and workshops to embrace their vocation as the primary educators of their children.
The Project Coordinator is a position beginning January 1, 2024, fully-funded for four years, with the possibility of permanent funding depending on the success of the project.
schools, and ecclesial organizations to help families be the domestic churches they are called to be. It does this through (1) garnering intercessors, (2) forming catechetical leaders among the clergy and laity to lead the way in a cultural transition from parish and school catechesis to family catechesis as the primary and fundamental way the faith is handed on to children; (3) creating and cultivating multimedia resources for family catechesis, as well as drawing upon national resources, to help this transition take root in Southern Louisiana and beyond. With these leaders and resources, the Dominus Project will train, accompany, support, and encourage families through parish and school programs and workshops to embrace their vocation as the primary educators of their children.
The Project Coordinator is a position beginning January 1, 2024, fully-funded for four years, with the possibility of permanent funding depending on the success of the project.
- Download the job description with contact information.
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Faith Formation Director
St. Mary Parish, Morgantown, WV
Progressive parish of 600 families is seeking a vibrant individual to coordinate formation programs, enable the gifts of the faithful, and to engage our youth to live a life of faith. We are located in Morgantown, WV, home of West Virginia University. Our people have a deep love for celebrating Mass, gathering for fellowship, opportunities for adult formation and growth and for mission to the least of these. The position is full-time and reports to the Pastor. Responsibilities and duties include: coordinate and manage all Faith Formation ministries including, but not limited to: Religious Education (PK-5th), Youth Ministry, Sacrament Preparation, Assist in Adult Faith Formation, and Safe Environment. Candidates will be responsible for keeping current on trends in catechetical ministry and seeking ongoing educational opportunities.
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Director of Religious Education
The Parish of St. Monica, Atlantic City, NJ
The Parish of St. Monica seeks to offer its next Director of Religious Education (DRE) an exciting opportunity to envision, implement and oversee a family catechetical program at a unique and culturally diverse parish with parishioners who speak English, Spanish, and Vietnamese, by animating programmatic renewal and creatively implementing best practices. The person in this position will report to the pastor and work with him to assist parishioners in strengthening their relationship with Jesus Christ and his Church through the following:
- Prepare Baptized children and adults for the sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist and Confirmation.
- Catechize children in collaboration with their parents.
- Equip parents to walk with their children on their sacramental preparation and religious formation journey, especially activating their indispensable cultural expertise.
- Recruit, lead, train, evaluate, and ensure the ongoing formation of volunteer lay catechists and organizers.
- Coordinate with parochial school staff and volunteers to accommodate students who have been prepared for the sacraments in Catholic School.
- Follow all Catholic Church and Diocese of Camden standards, policies and guidelines for the preparation for and celebration of sacraments.
- Prepare and maintain a budget.
- Review and identify religious education and sacramental preparation catechetical models/resources best suited for this culturally diverse parish.
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Parish Coordinator of Youth Ministry
The Catholic Community of Sun Valley, Idaho: Our Lady of the Snows and St. Charles Borromeo
We are seeking a full-time Youth Minister. This position will work as part of an experienced Youth Ministry team of volunteers to coordinate youth ministry and preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation. The Youth Minister will have the opportunity to work with people in a variety of ways: as a guide and mentor for teens, as a partner with parents/families, and as a leader for the adult volunteers. The goal of the Youth Minister is to assist in creating a youth centered culture within the parish and helping to lead youth closer to Jesus Christ. Some responsibilities of this position include: coordinating youth ministry sessions for high school teens, organizing retreats and special events, coordinating a one year Confirmation preparation program, and regularly communicating with teens, volunteers, and families.
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Director of Religious Education
Parishes of Sts. Peter and Paul and Immaculate Conception, Bellville, TX
The Director of Religious Education is a full time, salaried, member of the pastoral staff of the sister parishes of Sts. Peter and Paul in Bellville, TX (450 families) and Immaculate Conception (200 families) in Industry, TX located in the rolling hills and bluebonnet country of Central Texas. The DRE is responsible to the pastor for overall direction of Faith Formation for children and adults in both parishes with the assistance of 2 Coordinators of Religious Education and a Youth Minister. The DRE collaborates with other staff in different areas of parish life. (Pastoral Care, Liturgy, Social Ministry, etc.)
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Director of Family Faith Formation
St. Bernard's Church, Levittown, NY
St. Bernard’s Church in Levittown is seeking a full-time Director of Family Faith Formation. A part-time option may also be available if two people would be interested in sharing this ministry. The person filling this role is expected to work and minister for 35 hours a week. These hours include session times on Monday and Wednesday afternoons and evenings and Saturday mornings, October to May and on additional occasions, as needed. The Director of Family Faith Formation leads the parish in its efforts to minister to, engage, support, and invite families into a deeper relationship with Christ and the Church, most clearly through engagement with the local parish. He/she is the primary organizer and motivator in coordinating the Faith Formation program for families with children in elementary and middle school. The Director of Faith Formation is a member of the Pastoral Team and reports directly to the Pastor.
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