Director of Faith Formation

Direct and implement parish faith formation and enrichment programs for early childhood through adult per the Pastor's guidance and in accordance with the parish mission statement.

Faith Formation Program:

• Direct a faith formation program for Saint John’s Church that supports a life-long deepening of the Catholic faith consistent with the Magisterial teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Recruit, develop and train catechists.
• Provide Saint John’s Sacrament Registrar with the necessary information to accurately and timely record all Sacraments in our registers.
• Purchase faith formation resources, textbooks and materials for the faith formation curriculum to ensure compliance with Archdiocesan religion standards.
• Submit and code faith formation invoices.
• Authorize expenditures within the Faith Formation budget; supervise the proper use of the parish credit card; provide timely submission.
• Maintain faith formation supplies and equipment.
• Manage and direct the technology needs of faith formation and recommend purchases in conjunction with an annual budget.
• Work with Business Administrator to create and manage the budget for Youth Formation, Confirmation, Youth Ministry and Adult Ministry.
• Ensure all volunteers are E3 compliant.

Youth Faith Formation:

• Develop goals, objectives and strategies for a comprehensive faith formation program that serves Pre-K through 5th grade, including preparation for the Sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion.
• Manage and implement program planning, registration, curriculum development, and order books and materials for grades 6-12.
• Coordinate catechist training, and large-group events when appropriate.
• Supervise Youth Faith Formation weekly classroom sessions.
• Coordinate and attend summer Extreme Faith Camp and Winter Faith Camp.
• Schedule, organize and supervise Summer Totus Tuus.
• Ensure all volunteers are E3 compliant.

Middle School Youth Group:

• Plan and organize weekly Junior High youth group gatherings.
• Supervise Junior High Youth Group and ensure adult to student ratios are met.
• Coordinate large-group events when appropriate.
• Ensure all volunteers are E3 compliant.

Confirmation:

• Plan and manage Confirmation process including registration, curriculum development and order books and materials.
• Plan, facilitate and organize small groups, large-group gatherings and retreats in consultation with the Pastor.
• Support and encourage Confirmation candidates, families, and sponsors.

OCIA / Adult Formation:

• Plan and implement parish OCIA program, gather and record sacramental information.
• At the Pastor’s direction, develop and implement a curriculum and catechetical plan for the parish.
• Work with Pastor to plan, coordinate and promote faith formation liturgies.
• Develop adult education opportunities and retreats for parishioners throughout the year that encourage parishioners to deepen their knowledge of their faith and fosters spiritual growth.
• Work with Discipleship Sunday Committee to plan and communicate upcoming events.
• Attend all Discipleship Sunday events.
• Oversee adult small groups.
• Oversee parish Catholic Watchman program.
• Communicate upcoming events.

Other:

• Organize and manage parish library.
• Provide direction and support to the “Next Level” High School Ministry Coordinator.
• Attend all staff meetings as required.
• Plan and implement two staff retreats each year.
• Work with Pastor and staff to plan and participate in ongoing staff formation.
• Participate in professional development opportunities and maintain informal networking groups.

B.A. in Theology or Catholic Studies from a Catholic institution, M.A. preferred

Three years’ experience as a Director of Faith Formation

Possess extensive and current knowledge of the Roman Catholic doctrine

Knowledge of human and faith development and Archdiocesan religion standards

Possess valid driver’s license

A commitment to the mission of St. John the Evangelist Church

Pass Archdiocesan background check and complete VIRTUS

Enthusiastic leader with a positive attitude

Please submit resume and references to Fr. Tom Balluff  - pastor@sjolc.org