Coordinator of Edge

Edge Ministry Coordinator

Develop, coordinate and foster a comprehensive discipleship-based semester curriculum for Edge that includes weekly Edge Nights (12-14 per semester), retreats (including Edge Camp), service, and social events.

Effectively host & teach at Edge Nights with 100+ youth.

Communicate weekly with parents regarding ministry, parish life, expectations, at home formation opportunities, etc.

Create and promote ministry in a way that continually invites new youth, in all stages of discipleship, to participate in Edge.

Coordinate, recruit, form, support and evaluate a core team for Edge that incorporates H.S. teens & adults. (estimated at 24+ people)

Work collaboratively with appropriate staff and volunteers to bridge programs (CGS to EDGE, EDGE to Life Teen).

Participate in and support Diocesan & Life Teen Youth Ministry Programs and Training Opportunities.

Provide timely, relevant information for weekly worship aid, parish Flocknote Friday email, Edge Instagram, and maintain the Edge page on parish website to help Edge be connected to the larger parish and all parishioners have access to knowledge of the ministry.

Attend staff meetings as required.

Work cooperatively with St. Timothy Parish and School Staff

Implement, promote and enforce mandatory Diocesan Safe Environment requirement(s) for volunteers and youth.

Complete Diocesan Safe Environment Training annually & maintain all appropriate boundaries consistently.

Adhere to personnel practices of the Diocese of Phoenix and applicable parish policies and procedures.

Work a minimum of 8 hours in office during typical office hours (M-Th, 9-5)

Perform any task deemed necessary by the Pastor or his delegate

Understand the dynamics of evangelization, conversion, and discipleship

Enthusiastically evangelize youth and form others to do so

Practicing Catholic in good standing; faith-filled, Holy Spirit driven, self-motivated, imaginative, energetic and reliable

Some formal training in theology or systematic catechesis?

Minimum of 2 years' experience in related position

Ability to develop a program that will equip teens to become disciples of Christ

Knowledge of general technology (Canva, Flocknote, AV, etc.)

Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills, including public speaking

Ability to work well with middle school and high school youth, parents and volunteers

Ability to work in a team environment

Ability to multitask

Must have initiative, creativity, sensitivity to the needs of people; sound judgment regarding individual and program needs

Must maintain confidentiality of sensitive/personal information

Must be able to work independently, with minimal supervision and frequent interruptions

Must be available to work nights and weekends, as required (1-2 nights/week + 1 weekend/quarter on average)

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Must have reliable personal transportation

Dedication to the community of St. Timothy and the Catholic Church by participating in liturgical celebrations, prayer and service, requested parish events, etc.

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