Confirmation Coordinator for Grades 6 through 8 (PT)

Confirmation Coordinator for Grades 6 through 8 (PT), St. Edward and St. Jude Parish, Medfield-Norfo General Description: The Confirmation Coordinator administrates the catechetical program for Saint Edward and Saint Jude Parish and provides leadership to assist the parish youth and their families to build a solid foundation for spirituality, Christian living, ministry and outreach. 20-25 Hours per week; Sunday evenings required from September to April. This position serves Saint Edward parish in Medfield and Saint Jude parish in Norfolk Description and Spirit of the Responsibilities: Support and advocate the parish mission: to know, love and serve God Support and advocate the goals and objectives within the Portrait of a Confirmed Student framework. Recognize, support and meet the needs of all students Engage students and families with meaningful and relevant opportunities and lessons to enrich and strengthen their relationship with Jesus Connect and plan with pastor and staff to ensure consistency and success of faith formation programs Develop and implement long and short-term goals and objectives with the faith formation collaborative team Coordinate and support delivery of the overall program to families Evaluate and assess program/s at regular intervals for effectiveness and relevance Coordinate content and logistics of the program including: retreats, mission trips, speakers Select and curate materials to cultivate opportunities for lifelong spiritual growth for the entire family Coordinate/Assist in planning sacramental celebration of Confirmation Recruit, support, provide ongoing training for parents, catechists and volunteers Provide meaningful opportunities to experience and live our faith through seasonal events, prayer, service, mission trips, etc. Promote and provide opportunities for service when we gather in community and during Mass Renew and maintain a middle school and high school youth group Assist and support colleagues and facilitators as needed Coordinate Faith In Action service opportunities Administrative Responsibilities: Implement faith formation policies and guidelines. Follow the archdiocesan mandates for safe church practices including CORI checks, Protecting God’s Children training for adults and the safety program for students in grades 6-8. Assists in preparing the Faith Formation budget Inform the pastor, parents/guardians, and volunteers about any changes or concerns through on-going communication. Maintain and update program handbooks. Communicate regularly with the Pastor and pastoral staff, Collaborative Council, attend staff meetings and collaborate on projects. Communicate with parents and facilitators regularly and promote their active involvement. Qualifications: Practicing Catholic fidelity to Church teaching. Solid understanding of the teachings of the Catholic Church, especially the sacrament of Confirmation. Previous experience working in a church a plus. Previous experience working with middle and high school youth a plus. Computer skills including but not limited to MicroSoft Office, FlockNote, Canva and ParishSoft. Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability in oral and written communication To apply please send resume and cover letter to [emailprotected] Physical Performance Elements: Ability to use a computer keyboard for up to 8 hours per day Ability to sit for up to 8 hours per day Ability to lift up to 20 pounds #J-18808-Ljbffr Archdiocese Of Boston W Region