Director of Parish Life & Evangelization

Good Shepherd Catholic Church and School is seeking to create a new and exciting full-time position as we work to bring Christ to all people who enter our doors. The role of Director of Parish Life and Evangelization will focus on hospitality, faith formation, investing in people (with a particular emphasis on young people and families), and helping coordinate ways to encounter God and others.  We believe by combining these areas of ministry, a person will have the ability to come to intimately get to know the people of Good Shepherd and journey alongside them as they deepen their Catholic faith and relationship with God.

In the area of hospitality, this role will focus on the weekend experience, primarily on Sundays. Our goal is that this person would be present at Good Shepherd three Sundays a month to assist with opportunities such as donuts, children’s liturgy, volunteer sign up events and general meet and greet ministry opportunities. This role will also work to increase volunteers and parish life opportunities throughout Good Shepherd. These include, but are not limited to our increasing liturgical volunteers, small group growth, service opportunities, outdoor masses/cookouts, Drinking with the Saints, Good Shepherd Weekend, Oktoberfest, etc. (30% - 12 Hours/Week)

This role also has the unique opportunity to work alongside our Parochial Administrator, Fr. Ben Wittnebel, as we enter year two of our new youth program for middle and high school youth grades 7-12 combining a youth group experience alongside an “opt-in” Confirmation process. This program will run primarily on Wednesday evenings each week. Good Shepherd has historically had a confirmation process in grades 7-9 and would like to explore how we can not only assist our young people in receiving the Sacrament but falling in love with Christ for a lifelong relationship. This role has many opportunities to grow to support the young people of Good Shepherd and allows for creativity to connect with young people. Possible ideas include, but are not limited to service trips, retreats, Totus Tuus, small group development, sports events, etc. (45% - 18 Hours/Week)

Lastly, this role will provide administrative and leadership support to our faith formation department with a focus on: Family Formation and First Communion programming (which are currently supported by part-time staff). Coordination of volunteers for Children’s Liturgy of the Word and general oversight of the Sunday program also included.  (25% - 10 Hours/Week)

We are looking for an authentic, faith-filled individual with a passion for leading people to life in Christ. If you’re a person with strong organizational skills, self-motivated and able to work with minimal direction ready to balance the unique areas of this new role, we encourage you to apply.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to Katie Schaitberger at katieschaitberger@goodshepherdgv.org