Director of Faith Formation

The Church of the Holy Name is seeking a dynamic and faith-filled Director of Formation to lead and oversee all aspects of faith formation and sacraments for children, youth, and adults. The Director of Faith Formation will work to provide an overall approach to formation that includes all ages and stages in discipleship and evangelization.

The Director of Formation reports directly to the pastor and is responsible for the vision, development, and implementation of catechetical and formation initiatives aligned with the teachings and mission of the parish, Church and Archdiocese.

Key Responsibilities:

• Live and witness to the Catholic faith through prayer, sacramental life, and service.
• Establish and oversee a cohesive vision for faith formation across all age groups.
• Design and present family formation programs for K–8 families.
• Design and present Confirmation programs for 9th/10th graders.
• Design and present First Reconciliation and Eucharist Family Programs.
• Design and oversee Adult Small Groups for Advent and Lent and on-going evangelization including those related to the Synod Implementation process.
• Plan, manage and oversee Advent and Lent “GIFT” all-parish formation events and meals.
• Manage the OCIA process for adults, in collaboration with the pastor.
• Ensure compliance with all Safe Environment policies and diocesan guidelines.
• Recruit, train, and support volunteer small group leaders, etc.
• Select and evaluate curriculum and resources for all formation efforts.
• Coordinate registration, communication, and marketing for programs and events.
• Oversee budget, policies, procedures for all areas of Faith Formation.
• Follow all Archdiocesan Code of Conduct Requirements, policies, etc.
• Collaborate with other staff members as needed.

The hours of this position are to be determined; up to full time.

Qualifications

• Practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church, with a passion for evangelization and discipleship.
• Strong knowledge of Catholic theology and practices and a desire for ongoing learning.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, teaching and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and with groups; self-starter.
• Experience working with both young people and adults in a parish or ministry setting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other digital tools.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and events as needed.
• Ability to multitask and manage several projects simultaneously.
• Willingness to engage in the life of the parish.

Send letter of interest and resume to Fr. Bob Hart, Parochial Administrator:

frbob@churchoftheholyname.org.  Questions may be directed to the parish office at 612-724-5465.