Director of Faith Formation

Position Summary:

St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church helps to make Jesus Christ known and loved in North Branch, MN and the surrounding area.  We aim to do this by cultivating a lifelong love of Christ through our successful youth Faith Formation and new Adult Faith Formation programs.  The Director of Faith Formation will aid in this mission by designing, implementing, and directing a total parish program and will provide leadership to assist the parish community in building a solid foundation and comprehensive strategy for catechesis and evangelization.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:  Total of 26 hrs/wk

The selected candidate will work with and under the direction of St. Gregory’s pastor to direct the overall vision for catechesis and evangelization within the parish.  The main objective of this position is to shepherd adults, children, and families throughout the process of evangelization so that the church is creating missionary disciples of Christ.

The ideal candidate will also have a proven desire for personal and professional growth through research, classes, workshops, retreats, reading and contact with peers.

Youth Faith Formation – Kids In Christ (KIC):  22 hrs/wk

The KIC program currently teaches children 1st through 8th grade but is expanding to include a new program for Pre-K and Kindergarten children.  In collaboration with the pastor, this person provides primary leadership for the design and implementation of the KIC program, including planning and directing Sacramental Preparation.  They will help shape, formulate, and direct programming that enables lifelong growth in the Catholic faith.

With the assistance of a part-time dedicated office assistant, this person will:

• Administer parish Faith Formation youth program (Kids In Christ, “KIC”) on a day-to-day basis and in long-term strategic planning
• Work with the pastor to establish new Pre-K and Kindergarten program to be taught and organized by volunteers.
• Select curriculum, textbooks, and resources for the programs.
• Articulate and implement a clear vision and mission for parents, youth, staff, and parishioners
• Facilitate parents in using the family-based curriculum to prepare for Sacraments of Reconciliation and First Communion
• Plan and direct Sacramental Preparation and Coordinate First Sacrament workshops and celebrations
• Oversee annual registration for KIC program
• Coordinate annual schedule for classes and events
• Recruit, oversee, and monitor catechists
• Provide one or two yearly trainings for catechists
• Maintain proper budget for the KIC program

Adult Faith Formation:  4 hrs/wk

This director will assist the pastor in discerning, developing, and implementing the parish vision of evangelization, formation, and outreach to the surrounding community.

• Design and oversee Adult Faith Formation, especially suited for parents of KIC students

Reports to:  Pastor

Supervises:  Confirmation Coordinator, Youth Events Leader

This position could as early as May 2024 with a flexible start date through summer 2024.  This position is considered part-time at 26 hours per week and is not benefits-eligible.  Pay will be salaried (non-exempt) and commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Preferred Qualification:

• Degree in Theology or Catholic Studies, or a Certificate from the Catechetical Institute

Required Qualifications:

• Practicing Roman Catholic with a deep and growing personal relationship with Jesus and has a clear awareness of their Catholic identity.
• A person of prayer whose lifestyle bears witness to the message of the Gospel and who feels called to serve the Church in the mission of evangelization
• Available for weekly Faith Formation classes, evening meetings, and occasional weekend workshops
• An equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions
• Ability to honor and maintain confidentiality
• Motivated self-starter who displays initiative and self-management skills to effectively manage multiple tasks
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with adults, parents, staff, and youth
• Able to work and maintain positive relationships with co-workers

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to Donna Groschen, Administrative Assistant at info@stgregorynb.org.  Questions may be submitted to the same email or by calling the parish office at 651-674-4056.