If you have any questions regarding this information, please contact Jeanne Lausten, Chancery Office, (765) 269-4604 or [email protected].
The postings below are all positions available in the diocese and with the Greater Lafayette Central Administration Office.
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This position is part of the Operations team that strives to focus the resources of the Pastorate on bringing souls in Greater Lafayette Area closer to Christ and His Church.
The Bookkeeper will be responsible for properly accounting for income and expense in the GLCAO.
Data entry and fund accounting experience are preferred, but some training will be provided.
An excellent candidate will be a practicing Catholic with a bachelor’s degree (not required but preferred) and experience in working with accounting or having other financial background.
Please submit resume and cover letter to Danna Wiechmann at [email protected].
The Kokomo Catholic Pastorate, Saint Joan of Arc & St. Patrick parishes and Sts Joan of Arc and Patrick School, is seeking 2 part time Development and Stewardship Coordinators. Duties include
1. encourage involvement of parishioners into the life of the Pastorate
2. implement strategies to encourage parishioners to tithe and consider additional gifts to the Catholic Church
3. design growth tactics for success across all fundraising areas including annual giving, major gift development, capital campaigns, estate planning, special events, etc
4. lead fundraising efforts for the school including event planning, grant writing and alumni affairs
5. oversee the local implementation of the Diocesan Catholic Ministries Appeal
6. establish and maintain relationships with lay volunteers to assist in stewardship activities
7. work in coordination with the missionary pastor on major gift development and grant opportunities in Howard county
8 ensure effective work practices in database management, gift recording, donor acknowledgement and stewardship budgeting
Education/Experience
Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 3-5 years of related experience, experience in stewardship development preferred, strong computer skills including the MS Office and Google Suite are required
Please submit resume and cover letter to Jill Aaron at [email protected]
The Kokomo Catholic Pastorate, Saint Joan of Arc & St. Patrick parishes, is seeking a full-time Director of Operations. This position is the head of the business operations and facilities teams that strive to use our resources to bring souls in Howard County closer to Christ and His Church.
The Director of Operations as part of the Pastorate Leadership team is responsible for the financial operations and the facilities of both parishes and the school. Key skills include background in accounting, ability to delegate, cooperative leadership, and strategic planning.
An excellent candidate will be a practicing Catholic with a Bachelor’s degree (MBA preferred), years of experience working in leadership of a medium to large organization, and will possess excellent communication skills.
Please submit resume and cover letter to Fr. Chris Shocklee through Jill Aaron at [email protected] or 3155 S 200 W, Kokomo, IN 46902.
The Kokomo Catholic Pastorate, Saint Joan of Arc & St. Patrick parishes, is seeking a full-time Coordinator of Youth and Young Adult Ministries. This position is part of an Evangelization team that strives to bring souls closer to Christ and His Church.
The Coordinator of Youth and Young Adult Ministries will plan and direct an array of religious education and faith formation programs and opportunities for youth in grades 6-12, and young adults ages 18-35.
An excellent candidate will be a practicing Catholic with a Bachelor’s degree and experience in working with youth, and will possess excellent communication skills.
Please submit resume and cover letter to Therese Bath at [email protected] or 3155 S 200 W, Kokomo, IN 46902.
Saint Bernard Church is seeking a Coordinator of Music and Liturgy to manage and coordinate various aspects of music, to oversee music program and grow the choirs. This person will be in charge of directing music for masses, weddings and funerals as well as the high holy days. Saint Bernard has two weekend masses in English (Sat at 5:30 pm and Sun at 9:30 AM) and the weekend responsibilities would primarily entail overseeing those masses.
Education/Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent, plus related experience. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
Knowledge and experience in Catholic liturgical music preferred.
Proficiency in voice, keyboard, guitar, or choral performance and some knowledge of these instruments.
Possess respect and ability to uphold Catholic Church teaching.
Able to honor & maintain confidentiality.
Able to pass and maintain diocesan child safety protocol.
Submit your resume to Father Bower at: [email protected]
St. Bernard Church in Crawfordsville, Indiana, is seeking a full-time Director of Evangelization. We strive to bring all souls in our county closer to Jesus Christ and His Church. This includes our college ministry at Wabash College and a growing population of Hispanics.
Essential Duties:
1. The Director will assist the Missionary Pastor with the pastoral care of the Pastorate to include fostering evangelization, pastoral planning, and supervision of staff and volunteers in the following ministry areas: Lifelong Faith Formation, Liturgy and Music, Pastoral Care and Community Care, Campus Ministry, other Parish Ministries, and Outreach.
2. The Director supports, accompanies, and equips the leaders in these areas to focus their attention on parishioners and into the community at large as they strive to facilitate making disciples of Jesus Christ, building vibrant communities of faith, and inspiring men and women to be witnesses of Christ to the world.
Education / Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Theology or related area (or equivalent experience).
At least three years of experience in parish ministry and/ or management of a non-profit organization (preferred).
Must be a practicing Catholic in good standing.
Fully committed to the Catholic Church's teaching. Mature discipleship evidenced in ability to comfortably witness the faith.
Strong ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team among clergy, staff, and volunteers.
Proficiency with computers, especially Microsoft Office programs, is required.
Able to pass and maintain Diocesan child safety protocols
Submit your resume to Father Bower at:
[email protected]
We are currently seeking candidates for the part-time position of Youth Ministry Specialist located at our Catholic Pastoral Center in Lafayette, IN. This is a 20-hour diocesan position which will oversee diocesan efforts in forming youth and youth minsters.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Interested candidates should submit their resume to [email protected]
The Catholic Moment is currently looking for freelance writers who could contribute stories for our faith-filled, themed, biweekly newspaper. Those who have previous experience writing third-person, feature stories are encouraged to send a writing sample to [email protected]. Please also include your home pastorate and involvement with your parish/background with the Faith. At this time we are not looking for first-person reflections.
We are currently seeking candidates for an Advocate in our Ecclesiastical Tribunal located in Lafayette, IN. Ideal candidate will assist both English and Spanish-speaking Plaintiffs starting a nullity case in the diocese, including drafting formal documents and translating all documents needed.
Essential Duties:
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Summary: Generally, the role of the Facilities Management Coordinator Assistant (“FMC Assistant”) will be to assist, and report to, the Facilities Management Coordinator (“FMC”) in the essential duties and responsibilities listed below. Serves as a consultant to Churches, schools and central administration for matters concerning the physical plant at each facility. Responsible for review and action on building matters and decisions made by the Bishop’s Office and Diocesan Building Commission (“DBC”).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Throughout this document, the term “client” refers to the pastor and director of operations of a Church, the principal of a school or the manager of another Diocesan facility.
2. Facility management consultation: Consult with Churches, schools and central administration for matters concerning physical plant and site at each facility. Provide assistance to multiple clients on various design, maintenance, renovation and construction issues. Act as a resource for developing facility maintenance and construction strategies. Serve as a liaison to Church and school facility planning committees, buildings and grounds committees, etc. Conduct building surveys and record existing conditions, and alert clients to immediate, short-term, medium-term and long-term needs.
3. Contracts: Act as contracting authority, and assist with maintenance, negotiation and execution of design and construction contract forms. Periodically monitor design and construction projects for compliance with contract language, insurance requirements, bonding requirements, etc.
4. Design-related activities: Assist with design team selection process. Assist in all phases of project planning and design at Diocesan facilities. In accordance with policies, guide client through Diocesan approval process. Periodically attend and participate in project planning, design review, local plan commission, etc. meetings. On an ongoing basis, review progress of programming, master planning, design, construction document preparation and project procurement phases.
5. Construction- and maintenance-related activities: Assist with contractor selection process. Periodically review status of design and maintenance projects currently under construction. Advise clients of discrepancies found when compared to design intent and/or standard practice. Attend construction phase Owner-Architect-Contractor progress meetings and address issues onsite. Interact with the Diocesan property insurance carrier with regard to losses and claims at Diocesan facilities, due to storm damage, flooding, fire, accidents, construction-related activities, etc.
6. Asbestos-related activities: Assist with maintenance of official Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (“AHERA”) school management binders located at Chancery and each applicable school. Consult on, and assist with, asbestos abatement and maintenance activities. Maintain status as secondary designated representative for Diocesan school system. Attend accredited asbestos management courses and asbestos awareness training sessions.
7. Diocesan Building Commission (“DBC”): Act as liaison between the clients, Bishop’s Office and DBC. Assist with scheduling and coordination of presentations to DBC by clients and design professionals. In advance of DBC presentations, review drawings, specifications, total project budget and schedule, for compliance with policies and guidelines, appropriateness of design, code compliance, quality of contract documents, etc. Take appropriate action on all projects, following approval by Bishop’s Office and DBC. Provide guidance and assistance to clients between scheduled DBC Meetings.
8. Archives, standards and resources: Organize, preserve and maintain archives for new and existing project files, drawings, specifications, photographs, computer files, etc. Develop and maintain standards and codes for applicable facility types, such as building codes, accessibility codes, etc.
Other Duties:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. This document does not serve as an employment contract.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience/Skills:
· Bachelor’s Degree plus ten years of experience in an architecture-, engineering-, construction management-, and/or facility management-related field. Professional registration is preferred.
· Previous project management, construction oversight and supervisory experience required.
· Possess excellent leadership, organizational, collaboration, and verbal and written communication skills.
· Possess and maintain an Indiana driver’s license.
· Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
· Possess respect and ability to uphold teachings and mission of Roman Catholic Church.
· Able to honor and maintain confidentiality.
· Able to pass and maintain Diocesan child safety protocols.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
· Able to move about the work environment.
· While performing this job, employee is regularly required to talk, listen and discriminate odors.
· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
· Performing general physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs, and moving whole body; such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stopping and crawling.
· Ability and willingness to climb ladders and ride man-lifts, in order to inspect and manage building envelopes, while adhering to safety precautions, and using a safety harness if deemed necessary.
· Lifting, pulling, pushing and carrying of objects is required. Employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to ninety (90) pounds.
· Using hands and arms in handling, positioning and moving materials, and manipulating items.
· Inspecting equipment, structures or materials to identify cause of errors, problems or other defects.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
· Able to work a flexible schedule, periodically including evenings and weekends as required.
· Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, and employee will be exposed to extreme hot and cold.
· Work environment may be loud, and use of ear plugs may be necessary at certain times.
We are currently seeking candidates for an Administrative Assistant position for the Vicar for Clergy and the Office of Vocations in Kokomo, IN. This person will provide administrative and office support and coordinate workflow as needed to help support the Vicar for Clergy.
Qualified candidates should possess a High School diploma or GED, have previous office experience, bilingual in English and Spanish is preferable, be proficient with Microsoft Office and Outlook applications, and possess strong organizational skills. Possess respect for and ability to uphold Catholic Church teaching. Able to work effectively with all levels of staff, clergy, and employees.
To apply send a resume and cover letter to:
Jeanne Lausten
Human Resources Director
Diocese of Lafayette-in-Indiana
Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church is seeking a full-time High School Youth Minister. This position will work as part of an experienced and skilled Youth and Young Adult Ministry team of three to coordinate high school youth ministry and preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation. The Youth Minister will have the opportunity to work with people in a variety of ways: as a guide and mentor for teens, as a partner with parents/families, and as a leader for a dedicated group of volunteers. The goal of the Youth Minister is to grow one, holy, Catholic, and apostolic Church in the parish and in Noblesville.
Some responsibilities of this position include: coordinating weekly youth ministry sessions for high school youth, organizing retreats and special events, coordinating a two-year Confirmation preparation program, and regularly communicating with teens, volunteers, and families. An excellent candidate for this position would be gifted at relational ministry and possess outstanding communication skills. He/she would be seeking a flexible schedule but a willingness to work some nights and weekends.
The candidate would have a Bachelor’s degree and would be a role model for living the Catholic faith. Previous youth ministry experience is preferred. Please submit your resume and cover letter to Larry Kunkel at [email protected] or to 9900 E 191st St, Noblesville, IN 46060. Applications will be accepted until May 19, 2023 or until the position is filled. Expected start date is July 1, 2023.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel currently has an open position for a part-time housekeeper for the rectory. The primary responsibilities of this position are cleaning the rectory and cooking meals for our priests. Please note there is a dog on the premises. This position is Monday - Friday with flexible hours, mostly in the afternoon. See the full job description on the OLMC website. To apply, please submit your resume to Jody Dalton, Director of Operations, at [email protected]
St. Maria Goretti is currently seeking a candidate to fill the position of Custodian. This hands-on position will work under the supervision of our Maintenance Supervisor to ensure the safe, clean and efficient condition of the church and school facilities. Necessary training will be provided. This full-time position includes full benefits (medical, dental, vision, and 403(b) matching).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
• Clean and maintain all areas daily.
• Daily cleaning tasks include but not limited to; vacuuming, washing windows, sweeping & mopping floors, cleaning bathrooms, emptying trash and picking up unattended items.
• Perform janitorial duties on a monthly, quarterly, semi-annually or annual basis; such as steam cleaning the carpet, washing windows, and oiling the church pews, per established custodial schedule.
• Be familiar with operation of all equipment necessary to perform assigned tasks.
• Monitor and replenish the inventory of supplies for cleaning.
• House cleaning of the Rectory.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid Indiana Driver’s License.
• Possess respect and ability to uphold Catholic School Teachings.
• Able to honor and maintain confidentiality.
• Able to pass and maintain Diocesan child safety protocols.
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their resume to [email protected]
Reports To: Director of Operations Posted 10.18.23
General Summary of the Position:
The Coordinator of Stewardship, Development and Marketing is responsible for creating and directing strategies which drive our stewardship initiatives and promote the advancement of our Parish and School.
Essential Functions:
Establish an effective working relationship with staff, parishioners and outside organizational leaders to deliver on three main areas of the role:
1. Stewardship
§ Lead annual stewardship drives (Parish and Catholic Ministry Appeal) and other parish fundraising efforts.
§ Oversee the efforts of our Stewardship/Tithing Committee.
§ Collaborate with Diocesan resources to provide effective communication and results.
§ Prepare budgets and assist Accounting with monitoring contributions.
§ Assist the Pastor in delivering effective communications around the request for and results of donor contributions.
§ Identify and/or assist with grant writing opportunities.
2. Development
§ Develop and nurture relationships with top supporters of the parish and school.
§ Oversee marketing efforts tied to school alumni and families. Promote activities and advancement opportunities by maintaining a current and past student database.
§ Develop and implement comprehensive strategies to maximize school enrollment and student retention, including open house and enrollment programs.
§ Contribute pertinent information for the parish bulletin, website and both the parish and school newsletters.
3. Marketing
§ Drive strategies to promote and maximize school and parish family participation in:
a. Corporate Match Program
b. Choice Voucher and Scholarship Granting Organization (SGO) programs
c. Planned Gifts, Education Endowments, Grants and other tax advantaged programs
d. Mardi de Montfort, Walkathon, Fall Festival and other parish fundraising events
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics:
§ College degree (preferred marketing or communication emphasis); strong written, verbal and communication skills.
§ Two or more years of marketing, program development and/or fundraising experience.
§ Knowledge of stewardship principles practiced within the Catholic Church.
§ Practicing Catholic in good standing, committed to upholding Catholic Church teachings.
Reports to: Director of Evangelization - Posted 10.18.23
General Summary of the Position:The Coordinator of Outreach and Community Building is responsible for finding, creating, maintaining, and promoting initiatives that engage our parishioners in outreach to live the Works of Mercy and to build community within our parish. This includes serving as a parish liaison with social agencies, civic/community services, and other ecumenical outreach groups and partnering with staff and volunteers to create opportunities to join together.
Essential Functions:
Establish an effective working relationship with staff, parishioners and outside organizational leaders to deliver on the three main areas of Outreach and Community Building.
1) Community Outreach
· Seek, develop, and evaluate ministry opportunities to serve the aged, poor, shut-in, socially oppressed, sick, grieving, imprisoned, alienated and un-churched of the community.
· Evaluate our efforts against the corporal works of mercy.
· Ensures parish activities demonstrate Catholic charity in all aspects.
· Maintain availability of information and referral services by the parish for social outreach concerns.
· Coordinate all facets of our parish Food Pantry and consider expansion possibilities.
· Coordinate efforts for Thanksgiving baskets, Giving Tree, Coats for Kids, Lord’s Pantry, etc.
2) Parish Community Building
· Oversees community events including the Fall Festival, St. Louis de Montfort Feast Day and Corpus Christi celebration.
· Coordinates efforts around creating a culture of belonging including Welcome Dinners, Open Houses, and Ambassadors of SLDM.
· Engage volunteers and coordinate Coffee and Donuts or other efforts to draw our community together after Mass.
· Coordinate efforts with select groups including St. Anne’s Guild.
3) Stewardship of Time and Talent
· Inspire, recruit, and develop outreach volunteers.
· Partner with the Faith Formation team, providing opportunities for faith sharing, formation and development of volunteer ministers.
· Maintain ministry position descriptions, ministry rosters and contact information and any material to assist parishioners to find the right way to give back.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics:
· Bachelor’s degree (religious studies or social work preferred).
· Strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills, project management and administrative skills
· Ability to work effectively with all levels of employees and volunteers.
· Able to honor and maintain confidentiality.
· Practicing Catholic in good standing, committed to uphold Catholic Church teachings.
· Able to pass and maintain Diocesan child safety protocols.
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their cover letter, resume and a completed application (click here to download application) to [email protected].
Our Lady of Mount Carmel is currently seeking a full-time Communications Specialist. The Specialist will support
the Stewardship Director and OLMC staff in all areas of communication for the parish, including coordinating the
bulletin, designing weekly email updates, and managing social media profiles. Applicant must have experience in
design, editing, and branding; have familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite; possess strong interpersonal skills;
and be very organized and confidential. Pay is commensurate with experience, and benefits are included.
To apply, please send your resume to Jody Dalton at [email protected]
Our Lady of Mount Carmel is currently seeking a full-time Assistant Director for the Merciful Help Center
and Outreach & Pastoral Care. This position will joyfully lead a wide range of Merciful HELP Center and Pastoral
Care initiatives and provide hands on support to daily operations which will include communications and volunteer
coordination. Daytime hours with occasional evening and weekend hours. Benefits are included.
To apply, please send your resume to Jody Dalton at [email protected].
Job description is available upon request.
Seeking an organist to provide music for the enhancement of the liturgical celebrations of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Star City and St. Peter Catholic Church in Winamac. This person will perform music at Masses and at other parish celebrations as needed and be willing to learn and rehearse new music. St. Joseph has one weekend Mass (Saturday at 4 PM), and St. Peter has one weekend Mass (Sunday at 8 AM).
Education/Experience:
Knowledge and experience with Roman Catholic liturgy is preferred.
Proficiency in organ.
Possess respect and ability to uphold Catholic Church teaching.
Able to honor & maintain confidentiality.
Able to pass and maintain diocesan child safety protocol.
Submit your resume to Melissa Van Ness, Director of Operations: [email protected]
St. Alphonsus Liguori Catholic Church is currently seeking a part-time Middle School Ministry Coordinator. This position will work within an experienced and skilled Evangelization team reporting directly to the Director of Youth Ministry. The Middle School Coordinator will oversee two concurrent weekly middle school youth groups (Rooted (gr 5/6) and Edge (gr 7/8)) as well as organize an annual retreat and service opportunities. Collaboration with all Evangelization ministries is essential. The successful candidate will be able to recruit, train, and support adult volunteers working with our middle school aged parishioners and have the ability to engage middle schoolers - mentoring them to learn, grow, and live out their faith.
Education/Experience:
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in parish ministry required
Qualified candidates should submit a resume and letter of interest to Kimberly Overmyer, Director of Evangelization at St. Alphonsus Liguori Catholic Church 1870 W. Oak Street, Zionsville, IN 46077 or by email at [email protected].
St. Alphonsus Liguori Catholic Church, a parish in the Diocese of Lafayette-in-Indiana in Zionsville, IN is seeking a part-time (32-hour per week) Associate Director of Stewardship & Development. This position is ideal for a candidate interested in joining a highly motivated team who work together in a culture of support, collaboration, unity, and fun. This position is driven by building relationships with members of our parish and encouraging their participation in parish life by sharing their time, talent, and treasure. St. Alphonsus Liguori is a growing parish and is interested in hiring a dynamic, driven, and engaging employee to shepherd that growth through building and maintaining strong relationships in a culture of active parish life. Some areas of responsibility include but are not limited to:
The position offers a full complement of medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid vacation, and sick leave. The ideal candidate has at least 3-5 years of relevant experience with donor relations, capital campaigns, and a grasp of the stewardship fundamentals for parish life.
Interested candidates should submit a resume via email to Sonya Derocher [email protected]
We are currently seeking candidates for the position of Coordinator of Children's Faith Formation at St. Mary Catholic Church, a parish in the Anderson Alexandria Pastorate in Alexandria, IN. This person will provide support and initiative to programs that offer the opportunity for children’s faith formation and development as missionary disciples of Jesus Christ. This position averages 10 hours a week, with 4 hours dedicated to onsite office hours.
Essential Duties:
1. Creates faith formation opportunities, through classes, retreats, vacation bible school, etc. for students age preschool through 5th grade. This includes students in our Catholic school, however particular focus is to be directed toward children not currently attending St. Mary Catholic School.
2. Recruits and provides support and supervision of catechists/volunteers.
3. Facilitates communication with parents and parish staff regarding upcoming Religious Education programming and provides assistance/answers questions.
4. Assists in the preparation of Sacramental liturgical celebrations for children.
5. Increases involvement in wider community outreach.
6. Coordinates team to plan and implement annual Vacation Bible School program.
7. Promotes spirituality, prayer, and worship among children, catechists and families.
8. Prepares materials, sets up and is present for parent meetings, retreats, programs, classes, and other events/programs for Faith Formation ministries.
9. Ensures adherence to the protocols and directives of the Church, including Safe and Sacred compliance.
10. Oversees enrollment, attendance, record keeping, catechesis certificates, file updates, etc. Maintains records of participation in catechetical programs and sacrament preparation.
11. Engages in ongoing professional formation; keeps informed of trends in catechetical ministry, theology and methodology in ministry.
12. Establishes set weekly office hours.
13. Performs other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent is required plus 2 to 4 years experience working with children. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
2. Supervision experience and the ability to work cooperatively with small groups and volunteers.
3. Ability to interact and work effectively with volunteers, supervisor, staff, and parishioners
4. Outstanding written and verbal communication as well as strong organizational skills
5. Ability to work effectively with technology, especially with Microsoft Office applications.
6. Practicing Catholic who respects and upholds Catholic Church teaching.
7. Commitment to honoring and maintaining confidentiality.
8. Compliance with diocesan child safety protocol.
9. Be good stewards of the resources entrusted to the position, including the most effective use of time and talents.
Please submit resumes sent to Christine Vincent-Rodas at [email protected] or mailed to St. Mary's Church 305 E 11th St. Anderson, IN 46016.
We are currently seeking candidates for the position of Coordinator of Youth Ministry at the Anderson Alexandria Pastorate. Ideal candidate will coordinate and assist in implementing Youth Ministry within the pastorate under supervision of the Director of Evangelization. Target audience are all young people grades 6-12, including students attending Catholic schools as well as those attending non-Catholic schools. The average weekly commitment is 30-40 hours.
Essential Duties: 1. Assists in recruiting, training, motivating and evaluating all peer and adult volunteers. 2. Coordinates regular youth events and special events. 3. Forms and works with teams for various events (i.e. retreats, mission trips, class) 4. Participates in and contributes to community, deanery, diocesan, and national youth programs. 5. Assists in planning and facilitating Confirmation preparation processes in the pastorate. 6. Makes personal connections with young people to foster faith and leadership. 7. Assists in the preparation of liturgical celebrations for youth. 8. Organizes and prepares Faith Formation programs for youth grades 6-12. 9. Facilitates and strengthens youth participation in Mass, sacramental life, and prayer.
Education/Experience: • Bilingual (Spanish & English) preferred as well as multicultural competent • Preferred Bachelor’s degree in Theology, Religious Education or related field • Previous experience in Faith Formation or Youth Ministry • Practicing Catholic who respects and upholds Catholic Church teaching. • Strong interpersonal and presentational skills • Outstanding written and verbal communication as well as strong organizational skills • Supervision experience and the ability to work cooperatively with small groups and volunteers.
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their resume to:
Christine Vincent-Rodas at [email protected] or mailed to St. Mary's Church 305 E 11th St. Anderson, IN 46016.
The Muncie Pastorate is seeking a part time youth minister. This position reports to the Director of Evangelization. This position will serve to support the pastorate to ensure that opportunities for ongoing faith formation for middle school and high school aged youth and a comprehensive youth ministry program are provided for the pastorate. This person will work with the Pastor and Director of Evangelization to ensure that necessary collaboration and cross training occurs among all areas of ministry and discipleship.
Education/Experience:
Essential duties include:
The youth minister serves the pastorate by building and overseeing a ministry team that will support pastoral needs of the youth of the parish (Junior High and High School). Along with organizing and overseeing events and spiritual formation for the youth, the youth minister will also oversee and develop a team of volunteers who assist in youth ministry.
Qualified candidates should submit resume to:
Jason Hart, Director of Evangelization at [email protected]
We are currently seeking candidates for the position of Coordinator of Youth Formation, Mission & Discipleship. This person is responsible for providing vision, support, and initiative to programs that offer the opportunity for children, youth, and family religious education and faith formation of the pastorate. This full-time position will be split between two parishes: 25% St Mary, Frankfort coordinating Youth Ministry, 25% St. Joseph, Lebanon assisting with Youth Ministry and 50% St. Joseph, Lebanon coordinating Religious Education formation. Qualified candidates must possess good knowledge of the Catholic faith, strong supervisory, administrative, organization leadership and program planning experience. Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred. Candidates must be available to work evenings and weekends. Interested and qualified candidates should submit their resume no later than November 17, 2023 to Shannon Peycha at [email protected].
Posted 10.18.23
The Coordinator of Religious Education and Youth Ministry will serve to support the Church of All Saints to ensure that opportunities for ongoing faith formation for all ages and a comprehensive youth ministry program are provided. Works with the Pastor and Director of Evangelization, in collaboration with St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, to ensure that necessary collaboration and cross training occurs among all areas of ministry and discipleship.
Essential Duties:
Key Responsibility Area – Religious Education/Evangelization: