Director of Faith Formation

Good Shepherd Catholic Church
Employment Type
Part Time
Location
Hope Mills, NC
Posted Date

Hours per week: 29

Position Summary: Provides leadership, training and supervision for all aspects of catechesis. Develops and conducts the ministry of catechesis which fosters and enhances Spiritual formation. Attends regional and diocesan meetings as scheduled by the Diocesan Evangelization and Formation Department and the Fayetteville Deanery. Supports and participates in parish renewal effort (Thriving Parishes).

Key responsibilities:

  • Curriculum Development
  • Studies catechetical needs for the entire parish.
  • Develops and implements goals and objectives for catechesis for children, teens and adults within the framework of diocesan and parish policies.
  • Administration Management:
    • Supervises organization and maintenance of parish Office of Faith Formation.
    • Prepares budget for catechesis and administers it with approved parameters.
    • Ensures files are maintained on: administration, Safe Environment Training, catechists, participants and confidential information.
    • Ensures resources are available on parish website, in classrooms and Gathering Area.
    • Cooperates with other parish ministries/organization in total parish ministry.
    • Returns completed annual reports and surveys as required by Fayetteville Dean and Diocese.
    • Prepares annual calendar for all catechetical groups.
  • Leadership
    • Recruits, supports and trains catechists, program coordinators and SET Team.
    • Coordinates certification process for catechists.
    • Facilitates the spiritual and professional growth of catechists by providing parish level formation and retreats.
    • Participates with catechists/DRE’s in deanery Confirmation I & II retreats.
    • Fosters the following levels of catechesis:
      • Pre-school – ages 3-5 (Children’s Dismissal)
      • Elementary – Grades K-5
      • Middle School – Grades 6-8
      • High School – Grades 9-12
      • Sacramental Preparation:
        • First Reconciliation and First Communion
        • OCIA for Children (Track II)
        • Confirmation
      • Adult:
        • OCIA
        • Parent Sacramental Preparation
        • Catechist Formation
        • Safe Environment Training (SET)
      • Family Catechesis during regular year
    • Assists catechists in preparing liturgies connected with catechetical effort.
  • Communication
    • Informs pastor, staff and pastoral council regarding catechetical ministry.
    • Informs catechists through weekly written communication.
    • Composes weekly bulletin announcements regarding catechetical topics and events.
    • Requests assistance and catechetical resources as needed from diocese.
  • Evaluation
    • Evaluates self annually using diocesan form in Parish Director’s Handbook.
    • Evaluates program coordinators annually (OCIA, Sacramental Prep.)
    • Conducts annual evaluation of efforts in areas of responsibility.
    • Distributes and summarizes evaluation forms from catechists; informs pastor.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Holds a bachelor’s degree in religious studies or Diocesan Catechetical Certification at the Master Catechist level or is willing to pursue said degree or certification.
  • Negotiable on years of experience, depending on areas of related experience.
    • Area(s) of related work experience: The candidate should be able to provide examples of experience in the following: Practicing the Catholic Faith and actively involved in parish life, knowing and supporting the teachings of the Catholic Church, including Vatican II, showing a concern for ongoing personal and professional growth, maintaining positive relationships with others, motivating others by providing leadership, and enabling others to use their talents and skills through participation in the ministry of          catechesis.
  • Employment is contingent upon applicant satisfactorily passing criminal background and reference checks
  • Must complete diocese-sponsored Safe Environment Training within 30 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Religious Studies and Diocesan Catechetical Certification at the Master Catechist level, or is willing to pursue both degree and certification.

Supervises: Catechists, SET Coordinator and Trainers, and OCIA Coordinator and Volunteers

Position Start Date: July 1, 2025