Archdiocese of Chicago
Director of Adult Faith Formation and Evangelization
Archdiocese of Chicago, Crest Hill, Illinois, United States, 60403
Director of Adult Faith Formation and Evangelization
Hours:
Full time Organization:
Diocese of Joliet 16555 Weber Rd Crest Hill, IL 60403 Description:
St Joseph’s Catholic Parish in Downers Grove is seeking a Director of Adult Faith Formation and Evangelization who will report to the pastor. This individual is a key member of the pastoral team, helping to form missionary disciples for the mission of evangelization. The Director of Adult Faith and Evangelization works in conjunction with the pastor on helping parishioners have a life-changing encounter with Jesus Christ and then forming them as missionary disciples. Helps to form adults who want to join the Catholic Church and assists Catholics in becoming better disciples. Serves as the liaison for the pastor with various adult ministries within the parish. Duties: Coordinate adult formation offerings and develop a leadership team for these offerings. Lead the Adult Faith Formation Board. Organize Bible Studies, parish missions, evenings of reflection, nights of adoration, and parish celebrations. Develop a program and team for Marriage Preparation. Implement Marriage Enrichment activities. Welcome inquirers and form them in the faith through OCIA, preparing them for the Sacraments of Initiation. Develop a team to help form candidates and catechumens. Form a Young Adult Ministry. Establish an Evangelization Committee. Act as a liaison between the pastor and various ministries, including Knights of Columbus, Legion of Mary, St. Joseph the Worker, Catholics for Life, and serve as the Eucharistic Revival parish point person. Requirements:
● Bachelor’s degree required; an advanced degree (MA) in ministry is preferred or several years of experience in the field. ● Demonstrated experience in working with a wide variety of people to achieve organizational goals/strategies and implement project initiatives. ● Must be a practicing Roman Catholic in good standing, knowing, professing, and acting consistently in accordance with the doctrinal and moral teachings of the Catholic Church, and with the mission, philosophy, objectives, and policies of the Diocese of Joliet. ● Extensive experience in catechesis and evangelization. ● Excellent communication skills, with experience in working with a wide variety of people (employees, volunteers, vendors/contractors) to achieve organizational goals/strategies and implement project initiatives. ● This position is full-time, exempt, with benefits as offered by the Diocese of Joliet. Normal work hours are Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week, but there are some night and weekend responsibilities. Flex time. ● Salary commensurate with experience, education, training, and skill level. Please send your resume to
bharbauer@sjpdg.org
and include the position title in the email subject line.
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Hours:
Full time Organization:
Diocese of Joliet 16555 Weber Rd Crest Hill, IL 60403 Description:
St Joseph’s Catholic Parish in Downers Grove is seeking a Director of Adult Faith Formation and Evangelization who will report to the pastor. This individual is a key member of the pastoral team, helping to form missionary disciples for the mission of evangelization. The Director of Adult Faith and Evangelization works in conjunction with the pastor on helping parishioners have a life-changing encounter with Jesus Christ and then forming them as missionary disciples. Helps to form adults who want to join the Catholic Church and assists Catholics in becoming better disciples. Serves as the liaison for the pastor with various adult ministries within the parish. Duties: Coordinate adult formation offerings and develop a leadership team for these offerings. Lead the Adult Faith Formation Board. Organize Bible Studies, parish missions, evenings of reflection, nights of adoration, and parish celebrations. Develop a program and team for Marriage Preparation. Implement Marriage Enrichment activities. Welcome inquirers and form them in the faith through OCIA, preparing them for the Sacraments of Initiation. Develop a team to help form candidates and catechumens. Form a Young Adult Ministry. Establish an Evangelization Committee. Act as a liaison between the pastor and various ministries, including Knights of Columbus, Legion of Mary, St. Joseph the Worker, Catholics for Life, and serve as the Eucharistic Revival parish point person. Requirements:
● Bachelor’s degree required; an advanced degree (MA) in ministry is preferred or several years of experience in the field. ● Demonstrated experience in working with a wide variety of people to achieve organizational goals/strategies and implement project initiatives. ● Must be a practicing Roman Catholic in good standing, knowing, professing, and acting consistently in accordance with the doctrinal and moral teachings of the Catholic Church, and with the mission, philosophy, objectives, and policies of the Diocese of Joliet. ● Extensive experience in catechesis and evangelization. ● Excellent communication skills, with experience in working with a wide variety of people (employees, volunteers, vendors/contractors) to achieve organizational goals/strategies and implement project initiatives. ● This position is full-time, exempt, with benefits as offered by the Diocese of Joliet. Normal work hours are Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week, but there are some night and weekend responsibilities. Flex time. ● Salary commensurate with experience, education, training, and skill level. Please send your resume to
bharbauer@sjpdg.org
and include the position title in the email subject line.
#J-18808-Ljbffr