Archdiocese Of Denver Management Co
Assistant Youth Ministry Director
Archdiocese Of Denver Management Co, Littleton, Colorado, us, 80161
THE POSITION:
SAINT FRANCES CABRINI CATHOLIC PARISH
ASSISTANT YOUTH MINISTRY DIRECTOR
PARISH MISSION STATEMENT
We have adopted the Apostolic Mission Statement of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, the Patron of our Parish:
I will go anywhere and do anything to communicate the love of Jesus
to those who do not know Him or have forgotten Him.
THE POSITION
St. Frances Cabrini Parish in Littleton, Colorado is a thriving parish in the southwest Denver metropolitan area, part of the Archdiocese of Denver. The Parish is seeking applicants for Assistant Youth Ministry Director, a full-time position. Interested applicants should have a demonstrated friendship with Jesus Christ, in pursuit of a continual deeper conversion and passion for the Mission of His Bride the Church and the specific Mission of St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Parish. The Position reports to the Director of Youth Ministry, who reports to the Pastoral Associate for Parish Life (a direct report of the Pastor).
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
This position is a key part of our youth ministry, striving to live out the Gospel of Jesus Christ to form our youth as intentional missionary disciples. We strive to help them become leaders in the New Evangelization for His Church to proclaim to the world the Joy that springs from having encountered Christ. This is accomplished through an invitation to the Sacraments, prayer, learning, community, and service. The High School model of our ministry is centered on fellowship and discipleship, utilizing the House System traditionally founded in England six households that host events throughout the year. All high school and middle school youth attend monthly events and semi-annual retreats.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Supervise, in a collaborative role with the Director, five part-time Youth Ministers (who each are Head of one Household).
Serve as the Head of one Household.
Lead a weekly High School Discipleship Group.
Assist with Ministry programs:
Sunday night High School events (including the 5:15 pm Youth Mass).
High School catechesis.
Middle School catechesis and discipleship, including writing/implementing curriculum and coordinating/leading weekly EDGE Nights.
Relational ministry (life guidance and spiritual mentoring, etc.).
Dodgeball tournaments and summer evangelization events.
Ongoing formation for college teens (Cabrini grads).
Administrative Assistance:
Assist with emails, promotional materials, mailings, social media, and other forms of communication to youth, parents, and volunteers.
Organization of Ministry recordkeeping, supply inventory, and packing for offsite events (e.g., Steubenville of the Rockies, Mountain Madness, Parish Youth retreats, pilgrimages to Cabrini Shrine and March for Life, etc.).
Organization of fundraising opportunities and sponsorships.
Fostering a culture of prayer in moving to the Apostolic Mission.
Professional Roles:
Help to manage the growth, function, and dynamic of the youth ministry.
Collaborate with various ministries at the Parish to further the mission of evangelization and formation for the youth.
Give talks to catechize and provide a personal witness of your own Catholic faith journey.
Create and maintain a safe environment for youth by following the Archdiocese of Denver standards for prudent and healthy relationships between youth and adults.
TEAM PARTICIPATION
Regular Youth ministry staff meetings.
Parish Life Team and Logistics/Communications meetings, etc., as required by the Youth Director.
Monthly meetings and periodic retreats of all Parish staff.
IMPORTANT:
Please see below "Job Qualifications" (for education and experience) and "Additional Comments" (for information about how to apply and to whom).
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
SAINT FRANCES CABRINI CATHOLIC PARISH
ASSISTANT YOUTH MINISTRY DIRECTOR
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
A mature, fully initiated practicing Catholic, actively living in accordance with the teachings of the Church and committed to ongoing personal and spiritual formation in the Catholic Faith, with a demonstrated passion for the Church and Her Mission in the world.
Bachelor of Arts in Catholic Ministry (particularly in Youth Ministry) is preferred.
Experience in ministry (again, particularly in Youth Ministry) is preferred.
Strong leadership skills with an ability to offer guidance to volunteers.
Effective communication skills, including public speaking.
Demonstrated people skills, an ability to positively resolve conflict, to respect confidentiality, and to identify areas in which external assistance may be required for teens.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
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SAINT FRANCES CABRINI CATHOLIC PARISH
ASSISTANT YOUTH MINISTRY DIRECTOR
PARISH MISSION STATEMENT
We have adopted the Apostolic Mission Statement of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, the Patron of our Parish:
I will go anywhere and do anything to communicate the love of Jesus
to those who do not know Him or have forgotten Him.
THE POSITION
St. Frances Cabrini Parish in Littleton, Colorado is a thriving parish in the southwest Denver metropolitan area, part of the Archdiocese of Denver. The Parish is seeking applicants for Assistant Youth Ministry Director, a full-time position. Interested applicants should have a demonstrated friendship with Jesus Christ, in pursuit of a continual deeper conversion and passion for the Mission of His Bride the Church and the specific Mission of St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Parish. The Position reports to the Director of Youth Ministry, who reports to the Pastoral Associate for Parish Life (a direct report of the Pastor).
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
This position is a key part of our youth ministry, striving to live out the Gospel of Jesus Christ to form our youth as intentional missionary disciples. We strive to help them become leaders in the New Evangelization for His Church to proclaim to the world the Joy that springs from having encountered Christ. This is accomplished through an invitation to the Sacraments, prayer, learning, community, and service. The High School model of our ministry is centered on fellowship and discipleship, utilizing the House System traditionally founded in England six households that host events throughout the year. All high school and middle school youth attend monthly events and semi-annual retreats.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Supervise, in a collaborative role with the Director, five part-time Youth Ministers (who each are Head of one Household).
Serve as the Head of one Household.
Lead a weekly High School Discipleship Group.
Assist with Ministry programs:
Sunday night High School events (including the 5:15 pm Youth Mass).
High School catechesis.
Middle School catechesis and discipleship, including writing/implementing curriculum and coordinating/leading weekly EDGE Nights.
Relational ministry (life guidance and spiritual mentoring, etc.).
Dodgeball tournaments and summer evangelization events.
Ongoing formation for college teens (Cabrini grads).
Administrative Assistance:
Assist with emails, promotional materials, mailings, social media, and other forms of communication to youth, parents, and volunteers.
Organization of Ministry recordkeeping, supply inventory, and packing for offsite events (e.g., Steubenville of the Rockies, Mountain Madness, Parish Youth retreats, pilgrimages to Cabrini Shrine and March for Life, etc.).
Organization of fundraising opportunities and sponsorships.
Fostering a culture of prayer in moving to the Apostolic Mission.
Professional Roles:
Help to manage the growth, function, and dynamic of the youth ministry.
Collaborate with various ministries at the Parish to further the mission of evangelization and formation for the youth.
Give talks to catechize and provide a personal witness of your own Catholic faith journey.
Create and maintain a safe environment for youth by following the Archdiocese of Denver standards for prudent and healthy relationships between youth and adults.
TEAM PARTICIPATION
Regular Youth ministry staff meetings.
Parish Life Team and Logistics/Communications meetings, etc., as required by the Youth Director.
Monthly meetings and periodic retreats of all Parish staff.
IMPORTANT:
Please see below "Job Qualifications" (for education and experience) and "Additional Comments" (for information about how to apply and to whom).
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
SAINT FRANCES CABRINI CATHOLIC PARISH
ASSISTANT YOUTH MINISTRY DIRECTOR
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
A mature, fully initiated practicing Catholic, actively living in accordance with the teachings of the Church and committed to ongoing personal and spiritual formation in the Catholic Faith, with a demonstrated passion for the Church and Her Mission in the world.
Bachelor of Arts in Catholic Ministry (particularly in Youth Ministry) is preferred.
Experience in ministry (again, particularly in Youth Ministry) is preferred.
Strong leadership skills with an ability to offer guidance to volunteers.
Effective communication skills, including public speaking.
Demonstrated people skills, an ability to positively resolve conflict, to respect confidentiality, and to identify areas in which external assistance may be required for teens.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
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