Clerical

Catholic Diocese Of Fort Worth•Fort Worth, TX

1d•$60,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Wedding Coordinator serves as a pastoral guide and administrative liaison for couples preparing to receive the Sacrament of Matrimony in the Catholic Church. This role focuses on accompanying engaged couples and individuals through the diocesan marriage preparation process, ensuring that all sacramental, canonical, and diocesan requirements are completed with care, accuracy, and compassion. This position is centered on faith formation, sacramental preparation, and ongoing communication with couples, clergy, sponsor couples, and diocesan offices.

Requirements

High School Diploma / GED
Practicing Catholic in good standing with knowledge of Catholic teachings on the Sacrament of Matrimony and related canonical processes, especially in relation to irregular or broken marriages.
Strong organizational, administrative, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive situations and materials with compassion and professionalism.
Proficiency in email, spreadsheets, and office software applications.

Nice To Haves

Experience in parish ministry, faith formation, or administrative coordination preferred.
Familiarity with diocesan marriage preparation processes, Tribunal procedures, and parish record keeping for which training will be provided.
Welcoming and pastoral approach to ministry
Ability to manage multiple couples and deadlines simultaneously
Collaborative spirit and ability to work closely with clergy, volunteers, and parish staff
Commitment to serving families and supporting the mission of the Catholic Church
Compassionate and caring, especially towards those feeling disenfranchised due to challenges related to their marriage
Attention to detail and strong follow-through

Responsibilities

Guide engaged couples and individuals through all phases of the Catholic marriage preparation process in accordance with diocesan policies and Church teaching.
Schedule and conduct initial meetings, orientations, and follow-up appointments with couples to review requirements, timelines, and expectations for the Sacrament of Matrimony.
Provide ongoing pastoral support and timely communication to couples regarding required classes, documentation, and sacramental preparation steps.
Coordinate meetings between couples and clergy, sponsor couples, and other ministry leaders as needed.
Serve as a welcoming and supportive point of contact throughout the preparation journey.
Prepare, collect, review, and maintain all required sacramental and diocesan documentation, ensuring forms are complete, accurate, signed, sealed, and submitted in a timely manner.
Assist and accompany with care and compassion those couples and/or individuals seeking marriage convalidations, sanations, annulments, and other tribunal or chancery related processes.
Respond promptly to phone calls, messages, emails, and other means of communication related to the pursuit of these processes within the Diocese of Fort Worth.
Coordinate and organize marriage preparation packets, affidavits, and supporting documents for clergy, sponsor couples, diocesan offices, and the Tribunal.
Accompany and assist individuals with chancery or tribunal appointments when necessary, including reviewing submitted documentation before forwarding materials to the Roman Rota.
Maintain accurate records, shared spreadsheets, and confidential files in compliance with parish and diocesan standards.
Respond promptly and professionally to phone calls, emails, and inquiries related to marriage preparation, sacramental processes, and other marriage related services like sanations and annulments.
Communicate regularly with clergy, the Music and Liturgy Director, and parish staff regarding updates, schedules, and preparation progress.
Coordinate monthly orientation sessions and informational meetings for engaged couples and marriage preparation participants.
Recruit, support, and coordinate Sponsor Couples participating in the marriage preparation ministry at St. Andrews.
Schedule meet-and-greet opportunities between engaged couples and Sponsor Couples.
Assist with onboarding and training new Sponsor Couples, including certification requirements, resource materials, and shadowing opportunities.
Coordinate the annual Sponsor Couple Appreciation Dinner in celebration of World Marriage Day.
Organize and maintain ministry materials, pamphlets, binders, and informational resources related to marriage preparation.
Assist with volunteer recruitment efforts for the wedding and marriage ministry.