Coordinator of Parish Outreach

Archdiocese of St. Louis, MO

Rooted in the mission of the Office of Youth Ministry — to equip leaders so that all young people hear the Gospel and are empowered to live as disciples of Jesus Christ — the Coordinator of Parish Outreach plays a vital role in building relationships with parish and vicariate leaders, assessing needs, and offering direct support. This position helps ensure that youth ministry is not only present, but thriving, by accompanying those who serve young people and fostering collaboration, formation, and a shared commitment to the Church’s mission of discipleship.

This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and full benefits. The role includes a mix of day, evening, and weekend hours, with weekly schedules varying based on ministry needs and events. As with all ministry roles in the Archdiocese, successful candidates must complete all required background checks and youth protection training. The position officially begins on August 1, 2025. 

Click here to view the full job description, qualifications, and to apply through the Archdiocese of St. Louis Careers website. Questions regarding this position can be forwarded to [email protected].

Catechetical Coordinator

St. Clare of Assisi, Surprise, AZ

St. Clare of Assisi Roman Catholic Church in Surprise, AZ, is a vibrant and welcoming Catholic community dedicated to fostering spiritual growth and education. The parish is dedicated to evangelization and in forming Intentional Disciples to share the Gospel. We are seeking an enthusiastic and organized Catechetical Coordinator to join our team and help guide our Children’s Family Faith Formation program. This is a full-time role, reporting to the Director of Evangelization.

The Catechetical Coordinator will manage the implementation of catechetical programs for children ages K through Grade 5; and middle school or high school students who are out of sequence for receiving the Sacraments. This role requires collaboration with the Director of Evangelization, parish staff, volunteers, and families to ensure effective faith formation and compliance within diocesan guidelines. This role is full time and will require an individual to be onsite during the Wednesday evening sessions (4:00 pm – 8:00 pm) and periodically supporting weekend catechetical activities and recruitment of volunteers.

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and references to the attention of Nanci Lukasik-Smith, Director of Evangelization; nsmith@stcpaz.org

Coordinator of Youth Ministry Support

Archdiocese of Chicago

The Archdiocese of Chicago is seeking a Coordinator of Youth Ministry Support to implement, develop, and support initiatives that engage youth in meaningful and transformative faith formation at the national, diocesan, regional, and vicariate levels in alignment with the goals and priorities of the Office of Lifelong Formation, Department of Parish Vitality and Mission, and Renew My Church initiative.

The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and benefit programs. This position has an annualized salary range of $53,446 - $65,472.

Click Here to view the full description/qualifications and apply on the Archdiocese of Chicago career site.

Child and Family Ministry Coordinator

Archdiocese of Chicago

The Archdiocese of Chicago is seeking a Child and Family Ministry Coordinator to implement, develop, and support initiatives that engage children and families in meaningful and transformative faith formation at the national, diocesan, regional, and vicariate levels in alignment with the goals and priorities of the Office of Lifelong Formation, Department of Parish Vitality and Mission, and Renew My Church initiative.

The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and benefit programs. This position has an annualized salary range of $53,446 - $65,472.

Click Here to view the full description/qualifications and apply on the Archdiocese of Chicago career site.

Director of Family Faith Formation

St. William, Naples, FL

St. William Catholic Church in Naples, Fl is looking for a full-time Director of Family Faith Formation (DRE).  Responsibilities include leading the following ministries:  Elementary Family Faith Formation, Children’s Liturgy of the Word, Sacramental Preparation for First Communion and for Confirmation (for all ages 7-20), Summer Vacation Bible School, and other family ministries.  The position includes working with other staff members and parish ministry leaders.  A Masters Degree in Theology is required.  

For more details or to apply, please visit the Diocese of Venice jobs site here:  https://myjobs.adp.com/dioceseofvenicecareers/cx/job-details?reqId=5001083190100

Pastoral Assistant for Faith Formation

St. Charles Borromeo, Montgomery Township, NJ

The Catholic Community of St. Charles Borromeo, in the Diocese of Metuchen, NJ, is currently seeking a Pastoral Assistant for Faith Formation.

The GIFT program (Growing In Faith Together) provides faith formation, catechetical instruction and sacramental preparation for children and families. The Pastoral Assistant for Faith Formation coordinates the preparation and instruction for the sacraments of First Reconciliation, First Communion and Confirmation, and creates and coordinates a dynamic family faith formation for children from first through eighth grade.

The Pastoral Assistant also coordinates programs periodically needed for young people with special needs, as well as those in need of a catechumenal model for the. Sacraments of Initiation.

Additionally, the Pastoral Assistant works together with the Pastoral Team, meeting at least twice a month to assess parish life and to plan and coordinate parish observances, such as Lent and Advent.

Learn more about the community at borromeo.org and view application instruction in the PDF download.

Director of Religious Education

St. Gerard Majella, Archdiocese of St. Louis, MO

St. Gerard Majella Parish, in Kirkwood, MO, seeks to bring the fullness of the Gospel to its members and community, collaborating with the Holy Spirit, to foster faith in Jesus Christ. To that end, the Director of Religious Education (DRE) is responsible for working with the pastor to oversee the religious education and formation programs at St. Gerard Majella Parish and School, as well as to organize and oversee the preparation for and celebration of the Sacraments for the children of the parish.

The DRE will develop and implement a curriculum in the school that aligns with Catholic teaching, and will work to equip teachers to implement that curriculum. Likewise, the DRE will work with the pastor to oversee the Parish School of Religion (PSR) program to provide meaningful religious education for children within the parish. The Director will develop and implement a curriculum in the PSR program that aligns with Catholic teaching, and will recruit and train volunteer catechists to help implement that curriculum.

Learn more about the community at sgmparish.org and view application instruction in the PDF download.

Parish Catechetical Leader

Good Shepherd, Camp Hill, PA

Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, is seeking a Parish Catechetical Leader.

The Parish Catechetical Leader (PCL) is responsible for the vision, direction, and administration of the overall faith formation program of the parish’s catechetical mission. This includes oversight of Adult Catechesis, OCIA, Parish Religious Education Program, Youth Ministry, and Family Faith Formation. The PCL supervises, supports, and collaborates with a team of employee and volunteer coordinators and catechists. A qualified candidates lives in full sacramental communion with the Catholic Church; is passionate about sharing the Faith; has experience in catechesis and leadership; has a college degree in catechesis, religious or theological studies, pastoral ministry, or related field; is knowledgeable in Scripture, Catholic theology, and teaching methodology; is competent in applying age appropriate catechetical methods and program development; communication, collaborative ministry, and public speaking.

This is a full-time position with competitive salary range and full benefits. Employment includes day, evening, and weekend hours. Actual hours each week will vary with the tasks at hand. Successful completion of required background checks and youth protection training is required.

The position begins July 1, 2025.
Qualified candidates should email cover letter and resume by May 1, 2025 to Ann Lawrence, Executive Assistant to the Pastor, at [email protected].

Director, City on a Hill - Young Adult Apostolate

Kansas City, Archdiocese of Indianapolis, IN

Do you have a strong Catholic faith and desire to build a community that invites others to strengthen their relationship with God and others?  City on a Hill Kansas City serves the local young adult community by offering experiences of authentic relationships through unique encounters with Christ and others to better understand personal identity, purpose and mission in living as a witness of hope, goodness, beauty and truth in the world. 

This Full-time job in the Kansas City Metro area leads the City on a Hill Staff and Supports the Core Team according to the strategic direction of the Board. Salary is $70,000-$85,000 /year.

Interested candidates can submit questions and resumes to [email protected]. **See the download for full details and additional application instructions. Visit https://www.kansascityonahill.org/ for more informaion about the community.

Coordinator of Youth Ministry

St. James, Menomonee Falls, WI

The Coordinator of Youth Ministry is responsible for helping to implement “Renewing the Vision: A Framework for Catholic Youth Ministry” on the local parish level. The Coordinator of Youth Ministry strives to empower young people to live as disciples of Jesus, through participation in the life, mission, and work of the Catholic Church. This also includes encouraging families to come to mass. He/she is responsible for creating, developing, and coordinating various programs for students in grades 6 – 12.

Supervised by the Director of Christian Formation, the person in this role works a varied schedule with a combination of set and flexible hours according to the activities of the day and the season of the year. This is a full-time, 12-month position with work hours averaging 40 hours per week.

View the download for the full list of responsibilities and requirements.

Interested candidates can contact our DRE Sue Devine-Simon at sdevine-simon@stjames-parish.com or visit https://www.stjames-parish.com/job-opportunities/

Director, Our Lady of Fatima Archdiocesan Retreat House

Archdiocese of Indianapolis, IN

The Secretariat for Evangelizing Catechesis, Archdiocese of Indianapolis, seeks a leader to direct retreat and renewal ministry at Fatima Retreat House.  This director oversees all aspects of activity at the retreat center as well as serving as a liaison between Fatima and the Archdiocese.  Familiarity with Catholic retreat/renewal experiences is required, as is at least 5 years of related experience.  The equivalent of an undergraduate major in Catholic theology or a related field is preferred. 

Cover letter, resume and references may be sent in confidence to the Executive Director of the Secretariat at [email protected].

Coordinator of Children and Family Formation

Diocese of Portland, ME

The Diocese of Portland has an opening for the Coordinator of Children and Family Formation. This full-time position works with the Office of Lifelong Faith Formation team and other diocesan offices to coordinate the planning, implementation, and assessment of diocesan guidelines and best practices related to the ongoing catechesis for adults and children, including Circle of Grace safe environment training and immediate preparation and celebration of the initiation Sacraments. This includes visiting parishes and accompanying parish leaders in developing and maintaining ministerial and professional competencies related to faithfully carrying out these ministries at the local level.  

The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in Catechesis or a related field, 3-5 years of experience in catechetical ministry and sacramental preparation in a parish setting, and be an active, practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church with knowledge of the Roman Catholic theological tradition.

Please send resume and cover letter to: [email protected]

Director of Youth Evangelization & Formation

St. Boniface, Waukee, IA

St. Boniface Catholic Church is seeking a gifted and experienced ministry leader. The role, as currently defined, focuses on discerning and implementing an engaging evangelistic and discipleship-oriented faith formation program from early childhood through high school. 
 
The salary is commensurate with the role for which the catechetical leader will be hired.  Excellent benefits are also provided.  Candidates with a ministry-related degree and parish life experience are preferred.
 
St. Boniface is a vibrant and dynamic parish that ministers to 2000+ families in the rapidly growing west suburbs of Des Moines, Iowa, which offers an excellent quality of life. The parish embraces the mission of the Church to evangelize, guided by a pastor who is committed to fostering pastoral renewal. At St. Boniface, there is excitement about the grace being poured down by the Holy Spirit. If you could be the next great addition to our pastoral team, we want to hear from you!

To request a full job description or if you have any questions, please contact George McNulty, Parish Manager, at [email protected].

National Development Director

Archdiocese of Chicago, IL

The full time role of National Development Director will: Lead the planning, organization and execution of fundraising strategies and stewardship and development initiatives to support the implementation and expansion of Pastoral Migratoria at the national level in pilot diocesan sites, including donor prospecting and relations, a major gifts program, annual funds/appeals, grants management, and special events. Pastoral Migratoria ® (PM) is an immigrant leadership ministry of service, justice and accompaniment in parish communities. Work under the guidance and support of the National Pastoral Migratoria (NPM) Fundraising Board and the Archdiocese of Chicago’s Senior National Coordinator for Immigration, and in collaboration with the Assistant Director of Development and other NPM staff.

Please find the full job description and links to apply at the Archdiocese of Chicago job site:

https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/CAT1022CABP/JobBoard/209cd13b-e882-4692-b7e6-c14fb3c9f798/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=2af893d5-8774-41a0-8e9c-0afae0c99dbc

Director of Family Faith Formation

Corpus Christi Parish Community, Chatham, NJ

Corpus Christi, a vibrant and growing parish located in Chatham Township, within the Diocese of Paterson, is looking for a Director of Family Faith Formation. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment in which you will be a valued member of our team.  Anticipated start date is early June.

The Director of Family Faith Formation administers the parish catechetical program and provides leadership to assist the parish community in building a solid foundation of catechetical ministry supporting both our Parish Vision and Mission.  This is a year-round position.