Faith Formation Coordinator The grades 7-12 Faith Formation Coordinator assists the Pastor by coordinating a program of Catholic education and formation which helps parents in the raising of their teenagers in the practice of the faith. The Coordinator oversees all catechists and volunteers in the 7-12 program, and collaborates with the 3K-6 Faith Formation Coordinator. The 7-12 FF Coordinator also serves as the parish representative to the Neenah-Menasha Catholic Youth Ministry program. Actions required to be consistent with Culture and Values: Connect to Inspire: Connect with each individual person and ignite their desire to accomplish the vision and mission of the Church. Embrace People's Hearts: See Christ in all who are served and treat each person with respect and honor with positive regard and appreciation for all individuals. Empowered to Act: Take personal responsibility for diocesan mission, vision and culture with a personal desire for accountability to reach souls for God. Explore Potential: Nurture and challenge the God-given potential and gifts in others so they translate their own potential into action and reach the hearts of even more people through missionary discipleship. Nurture Abundant Life and Growth: Actively nurture life and growth of each individual with a desire to cultivate their own ability to inspire discipleship in others. Cultivate leaders and teams outside of their comfort zone in their personal journey of discipleship actions.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:- K: KnowledgeBA in Religious Studies, Pastoral Ministry, a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 2 years of ministry, outreach, church staff, or equivalent experience preferred.
- Knowledge and understanding of the New Evangelization methodology and best practices with the goal of intentional discipleship.
- Understanding of catechetical processes as they pertain to youth, young adults, and adults.
- Must be a practicing Catholic; a member in good standing of a Catholic parish within the Diocese of Green Bay; single, ordained, a professed religious, or in a sacramental marriage; and have a strong faith, dedicated to Gospel values and living a life of prayer and service.
- Strong personal relationship with Jesus and a deep love for His Church.
- Fully aligned with the teachings of the Church and passionate about the parish mission.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, the Internet, and all basic office equipment is required.
- S: Skills
- Leadership and administrative skills, decision-making skills, program development skills, and interpersonal skills.
- Possesses a sensitivity to persons of diverse cultures and traditions.
- Must possess strong oral and written communication skills and be comfortable speaking in large and small group settings to both adults and youth.
- Thrives in a team environment.
- Possesses strong interpersonal, organizational, and motivational skills.
- A self-starter, emotionally intelligent, and a humble individual.
- A: Abilities
- Must have the ability to plan, organize, and meet deadlines.
- Communicate effectively with staff, parents, mentors, and other volunteers as well as able to establish and maintain effective relationships.
- Must have ability to implement age-appropriate instructional materials and methods of teaching.
- Seeks input from parents and parishioners.
- Adapts to pastoral situations as they arise.
- Proven ability in developing a vision and creating initiatives designed to meet the needs of the parish culture that are consistent with our mission including methods to assess the success of the programs and offerings.
- Leads and influences others and possesses an apostolic heart.
- Must be able to handle multiple projects and priorities as required.
- Duties and Responsibilities specific to the Diocese of Green Bay:
- Plan, develop, and promote quality catechesis that instills a love for Christ and learning about Christ.
- Assists with the Faith Formation registration process.
- Collaborate to develop family intergenerational faith formation opportunities for all parents while encouraging the parents' role as primary educators of their students.
- Build trust and understanding with the youth and young adults of the parish while fostering the Christian values of justice, peace, and service.
- Assess student growth and communicate the progress to parents/guardians.
- Oversee the registration, implementation, and preparation programs of Confirmation for the students and their families, as well as the Confirmation retreats.
- Work with the pastoral staff to ensure that parish and diocesan procedures are followed regarding the preparation for and celebration of Confirmation.
- Attend and facilitate the celebration of Confirmation.
- Work with the presider, musicians, and other staff involved in the liturgical celebration of Confirmation.
- Collaborate with the Pastor to address the overall goals, objectives, and direction of Confirmation preparation programs for the parish.
- Continue spiritual and professional development for renewal.
- Other duties as assigned.
Duties and Responsibilities:- Specific to the St. Gabriel Parish FF Program:7-12 Grade Formation
- Oversees supervision of students
- Manages student behavior (w/parents)
- Coordinates with Principal about room usage
- Class Prep: Plans curriculum, orders instructional materials
- Classes: Recruits, Trains, and Supervises Catechists
- Teaches classes as needed
- Classroom Prep
- Facilitates Small Groups Recruits, Trains, and Supervises Small Group Leaders Plans Small Group materials
- Tracks assignments and service projectsMaintains permission slips and track other paperwork
- Confirmation Prep
- Recruits and Trains Catechists
- Plans classes and orders instructional materials
- Coordinates Confirmation Retreat
- Coordinates Presentation Mass & Luncheon
- Coordinates sacramental paperwork
- Records assignments and service projectsMaintains permission slips and tracks other paperwork
- Neenah-Menasha CYMRepresents St. Gabriel Parish in meetings
- Shares hosting of area YM events
- Maintains calendar of events
- Tracks signups and emails
- Helps coordinate Summer events
- Collaborates with SMCSCoordinates Local Mission
- Program Calendar
- Collaborates with the 3K-6 FF Coordinator in planning the annual FF Calendar
- Other duties as assigned by the Pastor
