Sacraments Coordinator - St Mary Delaware
About The Position
The Sacraments Coordinator oversees sacramental preparation, coordination, and parish records management. This role fosters discipleship, faith formation, and engagement among youth and their families, coordinates the preparation and celebration of key sacraments, and ensures accurate, compliant sacramental recordkeeping. Role will also support day to day parish operations, working with Office Manager on parishioner and ministry support, Pastor support and liturgical support. The Sacraments Coordinator works collaboratively with the Pastor, parish staff, volunteers, and families to advance the mission of St. Mary Catholic Church in alignment with diocesan guidelines.
Requirements
- Practicing Roman Catholic in good standing with a vibrant faith life and a strong witness to Church teachings.
- Active member of a Catholic parish with a passion for parish sacramental ministry.
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- 3–5 years of relevant experience in an office environment, customer service, data management and/or other related fields.
- Strong interpersonal, teaching, public speaking, and relational skills with the ability to connect with youth, parents, and adults.
- Excellent organizational and project management abilities.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office/Google Workspace and comfortable with parish database systems.
- Experience with volunteer recruitment, training, and supervision.
- Solid understanding of Catholic sacramental theology.
- Attention to detail and ability to multi task.
- Successful completion of BCI&I background check and Protecting God’s Children (VIRTUS) training prior to employment.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Willingness to participate in ongoing professional and faith formation.
Responsibilities
- Oversee sacramental preparation programs for Infant Baptism, First Reconciliation, First Holy Communion, Youth Confirmation, and Marriage Preparation.
- Coordinate preparation programs, classes, retreats, rehearsals, and liturgies for sacraments in collaboration with the Pastor and Liturgy team.
- Assist with preparation for the Sacrament of Marriage as needed.
- Serve as a liaison between the parish and the Diocese of Columbus on matters related to youth ministry and sacramental formation.
- Consult with the Pastor on curriculum, resources, and program design for sacramental preparation.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date sacramental records, registers, attendance files, and certificates in compliance with diocesan policies.
- Manage parish databases and communication tools.
- Ensure all Safe Environment / Protecting God’s Children compliance requirements are met for volunteers, catechists, and program participants.
- Handle day-to-day ministry operations, scheduling, communications, report preparation, and correspondence.
- Perform additional administrative duties as assigned, including support for parishioner inquiries, supplies, and office operations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
