Totus Tuus Missionary Summer 2027

The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area. Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

Job Summary

Totus Tuus Missionaries are young adult Catholics who dedicate their summer to sharing the Gospel and fostering a love for the Catholic faith in children and youth. They live a team-based lifestyle—sharing meals, prayer, travel, and community life—while serving parishes throughout the diocese.

The summer begins with two weeks of formation, during which missionaries grow in theological knowledge, teaching skills, and missionary zeal. Over the course of the program, they deepen their own relationship with Jesus Christ while inspiring young people to know, love, and follow Him. This ministry requires energy, adaptability, and a spirit of sacrifice, as missionaries generously pour themselves out in service while remaining rooted in prayer and the sacraments. Above all, this role offers a joyful opportunity to participate in the New Evangelization by witnessing to the truth, beauty, and goodness of the Catholic faith.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve on a four-person team, traveling to parishes for six weeks of ministry.
• Lead a daytime catechetical program for children in grades 1–6 and an evening program for youth in grades 7–12.
• Commit to participating in daily team prayer, including the Liturgy of the Hours (morning, evening, night), Rosary, and Chaplet of Divine Mercy.
• Attend Daily Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, and frequent the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
• Regularly communicate with team leader and OYM staff regarding needs, self-care, concerns, and challenges
• Stay overnight with host families at each parish, with most meals provided.
• Joyfully sacrifice personal comfort for the sake of others, modeling Christ’s love through service.
• Follow the direction of the team leader and the Office of Youth Ministry.
• Live as a visible witness of the Catholic faith, conducting yourself in thought, word, and deed in accord with the teachings of the Church.

Job Requirements

• Employment begins Tuesday, June 1, 2027, and concludes the morning of Saturday, July 31 , 2027.
• Training: Two weeks of formation at the start of the summer (June 1-11).
• Scheduled Break: July 3–9 (beginning the evening of July 2 and returning by noon on July 10).
• Program concludes with a final debrief and reflection on July 31.

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.



 
Pre-Employment Screening 
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.