Job Purpose

We are seeking an energetic and motivated person to join our team, to help fulfill our primary focus of loving, serving and leading our community. Corpus Christi is a smaller, more personal parish – which allows us to foster the whole personal and spiritual growth of each person. We are seeking an educator that sees ministry for the importance it has beyond just programs – to the intentional ways we can connect with people and help them find deeper meaning with their faith.

This position will work closely with the Pastor to serve the formation needs of the parish. Current programs include Sunday School for ages PreK—Grade 5; Middle School faith formation; and sacramental preparation for Baptism, 1st Reconciliation, 1st Eucharist and Confirmation. We have recently begun offering the Alpha Course to adults of all ages, and plan to offer OCIA in the near future.

This position will work collaboratively with staff and volunteer teams to empower parishioners of all ages to deepen their relationship with Jesus through classroom instruction, events, rites and celebrations.

General Responsibilities

Employment in and by the Church is substantially different from secular employment. Church employees must conduct themselves in a manner which is consistent with and supportive of the mission and purpose of the Church. Their public behavior must not violate the faith, morals or laws of the Church or the Archdiocese, such that can embarrass the church or give rise to scandal. It is required that this employee be an active, participating Roman Catholic.

Representative Responsibilities

1. Adult Faith Formation
   • Coordinate programs that support and catechize parents, to empower them to be the primary witnesses of faith to their children.
   • Coordinate programs to help adults at all stages of life to grow in their faith, such as parish bible studies, Lenten and Advent retreat groups, and the Alpha Course.
   • Lead collaboration with staff on parish missions or “evenings of reflection.”
   • Assist with an OCIA team when needed for Sacramental Preparation. Work with the Alpha Team as needed.

1. Youth Formation

• Sunday School – PreK - Grade 5
  • Coordinate Sunday School program for PreK-Grade 5
  • Coordinate evening Faith Formation classes for Grades 6-8
  • Recruit, train, schedule, and coordinate teachers
  • Coordinate additional programming as needed for elementary-age children and their families during the year.
• Sacramental Preparation - Coordinate Baptism, First Reconciliation, First Eucharist and Confirmation.
  • Facilitate parents in using the family-based curriculum to prepare for Sacraments
  • Coordinate First Sacrament retreats and the Sacramental celebrations themselves
  • Coordinate Confirmation retreats (2 per year) and arrangements for the sacramental rite offsite.
• Plan Youth Formation events for Grades 6-12, such as Mission Trip, BBQs, bonfires, etc.
• Collaborate with the Alpha team to transition Confirmation students into Alpha, with the goal of retaining youth engagement after Confirmation.

1. Administration

• Prepare and monitor yearly calendar
• Review curriculum and make recommendations
• Maintain records for registration and attendance
• Prepare, implement, and monitor budget
• Help publicize and communicate programs and events within the Director’s focus areas
• Assure compliance with Safe Environment standards for all youth and volunteers in programs. Coordinate with the business administrator regarding compliance with OPCY.

Other Responsibilities: Includes other responsibilities identified as needed by the employee and approved and/or assigned by the supervisor. The responsibilities listed above are representative of the job and are not all-inclusive.

Job Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.

Experience: Proven record of relating effectively with youth and adults, especially in a parish.

Background Check: Successful completion of background check is required.

Required Skills

Demonstrated ability to work well with other staff members, volunteers, adults, parents, youth.

Be motivated, self-directed, and open to new or innovative ideas and ways of doing ministry.

Ability to accept and celebrate diversity of cultures and opinions.

Possess communication and organizational skills, including computer proficiency.

Work evenings and weekends, including overnight retreats.

Lift and move up to 15 pounds, walk up and down stairs, and drive an automobile.

Be an active Catholic, mature in faith, with knowledge of and appreciation for Catholic traditions and values.