Campus Minister

ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF CORPUS CHRISTI•Corpus Christi, TX

5d•$40,000 - $50,000•Onsite

About The Position

As an integral part of your ministry for the Church as carried out in this position, support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic ministry and the mission of the Diocese of Corpus Christi in both your professional and professional life. Act as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church. Continuously grow in your ministry by participating in religious ceremonies, training sessions, and reflection activities as directed. Collaborates with local Catholic high schools to facilitate the transition into university life through fellowship at the Newman Center. Works with student officers (Islander Catholic & Viking Catholic) and interns to plan and facilitate activities to attract students to the Newman Center and foster fellowship at the Newman Center. Acts as a liaison with Catholic students at TAMUCC & Del Mar College, especially those members of Islander Catholic and Viking Catholic. In collaboration with the rector-chaplain, the Campus Minister coordinates with the Diocesan Director of Young Adult Ministry for events of mutual interest. Organizes service trips integrated with Catholic Social Teachings, and facilitates guided readings on issues of social justice. Participates, to the extent possible, in all activities of the student organizations both on campus and in the Newman Center. Collaborates with the rector-chaplain, full Campus Ministry Team, and student leaders for the preparation of the Awakening Retreat. Acts as a liaison to the university for student referrals for services such as mental health and student affairs. Collaborates with rector-chaplain, full Campus Ministry Team, student officers, and interns to provide content for the Newman Center social media platforms and website. Establishes and fosters strong working relationships with campus administrators, faculty, and staff. Coordinate and lead set gatherings, including but not limited to Student Lunches, Coffee & Connections- student outreach programs Fall & Spring Kickoff Orientation and Welcome Week Graduation Mass and Reception Promote Newman Center by establishing key relationships and resources in the community, on campus, and in the local parishes Assist the rector-chaplain and Ministry Team with fundraising efforts to support programs throughout the year. In collaboration with the rector-chaplain and the Ministry Team, the Campus Minister will create a calendar of activities for campus ministry Generate ideas and carry out campus ministry events and gatherings Support student formation that encourages and trains them to be effective leaders in church and society, rooted in Gospel values and in service Assist with faith and spiritual formation events, including but not limited to OCIA, pilgrimages, retreats, service projects, social gatherings Attend (including preparation, set-up, and clean-up) regularly scheduled student weekly events All other duties assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Theology, Ministry, Religious Studies, or a related field preferred.
At least two years of ministry experience with a college or university campus ministry or young adult ministry.
Know the basic teachings of the Catholic Church and live by them with an openness to learn more about the Faith.
Food handler's license preferred.
Valid Texas driver's license.
Must successfully complete pre-employment screening including criminal history background check, motor vehicle record review (MVR), and drug screening.
Certification in Safe Environment training provided by the Office for Safe Environment and Child & Family Resources is required.
Must adhere to all Diocesan policies and procedures throughout the entire employment period.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Theology, Ministry, Religious Studies, or a related field.
Food handler's license.

Responsibilities

Support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic ministry and the mission of the Diocese of Corpus Christi.
Act as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church.
Continuously grow in ministry by participating in religious ceremonies, training sessions, and reflection activities.
Collaborate with local Catholic high schools to facilitate the transition into university life.
Work with student officers and interns to plan and facilitate activities.
Act as a liaison with Catholic students at TAMUCC & Del Mar College.
Coordinate with the Diocesan Director of Young Adult Ministry for events of mutual interest.
Organize service trips integrated with Catholic Social Teachings and facilitate guided readings on issues of social justice.
Participate in all activities of student organizations.
Collaborate for the preparation of the Awakening Retreat.
Act as a liaison to the university for student referrals for services.
Provide content for the Newman Center social media platforms and website.
Establish and foster strong working relationships with campus administrators, faculty, and staff.
Coordinate and lead set gatherings, including Student Lunches, Coffee & Connections, Fall & Spring Kickoff Orientation and Welcome Week, Graduation Mass and Reception.
Promote Newman Center by establishing key relationships and resources.
Assist with fundraising efforts to support programs.
Create a calendar of activities for campus ministry.
Generate ideas and carry out campus ministry events and gatherings.
Support student formation that encourages and trains them to be effective leaders.
Assist with faith and spiritual formation events, including OCIA, pilgrimages, retreats, service projects, social gatherings.
Attend regularly scheduled student weekly events, including preparation, set-up, and clean-up.