Director of Faith Formation

Catholic Diocese of Columbus•Mount Vernon, OH

21d

About The Position

The Director of Faith Formation, under the leadership of the Pastor, coordinates all aspects of parish faith formation. They serve as the leader of Parish School of Religion (PSR) in the faith for children in Grades K-6 (Elementary School), and for adolescents in Grades 7-12 (Middle and High School), in accordance with global, national, and diocesan Church guidelines. They foster evangelization and formation, collaborating with parents, catechists, and volunteers, and with parish and diocesan staff, to bring children and teens, and all those connected with the program, to a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ through his Church. They develop and implement a plan of Youth Ministry in our parish. They coordinate college ministry and adult faith formation through bible studies and other formation events. The Director manages the administrative and financial components of the programs. (40 hrs. per week).

Requirements

Zeal for personal holiness and for the mission of the Church, including faithfulness to the Church's Magisterium
Experience in children's faith formation, in youth ministry, and in evangelization
Fundamental knowledge of Catholic theology and of Church guidelines for catechesis and for youth ministry
Undergraduate degree in Catholic Theology, Philosophy, Education or related field.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree or higher preferred.
Strong interpersonal, communication (including various media), and organizational skills
Spanish language ability preferred

Responsibilities

Develops and facilitates regular programs for children including Parish School of Religion at both St. Vincent de Paul and St. Luke, as well as the annual Summer Vacation Bible School
Coordinates preparations for First Penance and First Holy Communion, and for the Sacraments of Christian Initiation as needed for youth in Grades 2-6
Collaborates with diocesan Office of Evangelization, and with the Catechetical Leaders of the Diocese of Columbus
Develops and facilitates regular programs for youth including Middle School and High School youth programs
Coordinates preparations for the Sacrament of Confirmation for all 8th Graders, and for all the Sacraments of Christian Initiation as needed for youth in Grades 7-12
Collaborates with diocesan Office of Evangelization, including promoting diocesan programs and other events.
Administers the College Ministry program, with outreach to Kenyon College and Mount Vernon Nazarene University
Develops and facilitates regular programs for adults, including bible studies and retreats.
Coordinates family ministry outreach plan and opportunities
Collaborates with parishioners and Diocesan officials to ensure the formation needs of the parish are being met.
Plans and offers continuing formation for volunteers
Implements the Diocesan Safe Environment Program, and serves as Safe Environment trainer and coordinator for the Parish
Encourages involvement by families in other parish apostolates (catechesis, sacred liturgy, charitable works)
Supports and provides resources for parents as the primary educators of their children and teens
Promotes the evangelization of children, teens, and families who are not active in the program
Recruits, trains, and supports volunteers
Plans, budgets for, and evaluates programs
Maintains database of contact and other pertinent information for all youth, families, and volunteers
Serves as parish liaison with the diocesan Offices of Evangelization
Orders and maintains books, supplies, and necessary materials
Ensures compliance with diocesan policies for safe environments and child protection
Collects and organizes sacramental records from parents and students