Pastoral Associate for Faith Formation

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Pastoral Associate for Faith Formation

Location:

Philadelphia, PA

Description:

PLEASE NOTE: FOR THIS POSITION YOU SHOULD NOT APPLY VIA THIS SYTEM BUT RATHER SUBMIT YOUR RESUME DIRECTLY TO THE PARISH OR AGENCY AS LISTED AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS POSTING (HIGHLIGHTED IN RED), OTHERWISE YOUR APPLICATION MAY NOT BE SUBMITTED TO THE APPROPRIATE PARTY. THANK YOU. Our Mother of Consolation 7 E. Chestnut Hill Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19118 Title/Description: Pastoral Associate for Faith Formation The Pastoral Associate for Faith Formation is a full time, 12-month position. The person must be a practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church, a person of prayer, and one who is committed to personally living and actively sharing the authentic teachings of Jesus and the Church. The Pastoral Associate for Faith Formation reports directly to the Pastor. As a member of the pastoral and administrative staff, he/she works with other parish staff, the school Principal, the Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry, parishioners and parish families to foster and maintain a working environment where worship, prayer, and enthusiastic life-long faith formation is a priority. On-going personal and professional development is assumed. Responsibilities: Adults and Families : Design, implement, and oversee comprehensive program for faith formation and enrichment for adults and families. This includes scheduling and working with coordinators of various parish ministries involved. Parish Religious Education Program (PREP): Design, implement, and direct Sunday morning Parish Religious Education Program (PREP) for children in Grades 1 through 7, including children who are homeschooled and children with special needs and disabilities, according to the guidelines of the Office for Catechetical Formation of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Ensure sufficient number of Catechists and assistants Provide ongoing training and supervision for Catechists Attend DRE county meetings and other required meeting Communicate regularly with parents regarding program requirements Keep required records for integrity of program Personally meet and register new families/children into the program Order and process all necessary catechetical materials Provide onsite supervision and building security during PREP Create and oversee catechetical plans for older baptized Catholic children or teens to complete Sacraments of Initiation Assure compliance with all Archdiocesan Safe Environment requirements, policies, procedures, and directives Sunday Story : Oversee 9 AM Mass Liturgy of the Word program for children ages 4 - 8. Train, support, and schedule Catechists Compile necessary materials for use with children Assure compliance with all Archdiocesan Safe Environment requirements Sacraments : Design, implement, and oversee the sacramental preparation process for Baptism, First Penance, First Eucharist, and Confirmation Collaborate with Pastor and Director of Music in planning liturgies Schedule and oversee sacrament celebrations in collaboration with Pastor, Principal, Director of Parish Services, and Youth Ministry Record sacrament information as required by Parish and Archdiocese RCIA : Design, implement, and coordinate, with a team of trained adults, a continuous, year round RCIA process for adults and children (as needed) Reach More Small communities of Faith : Oversee, coordinate, and train small group leaders for Lenten Small Communities of Faith through Evangelical Catholic guidelines and formation. This program is in its fifth year and training will be provided if not known to the applicant. Communications: Provide frequent communication of parish events to encourage participation. Includes bulletin, website, parish calendar, and school communication networks Achieve Parish Mission and Pastoral Plan: In collaboration with the Pastor and parish staff, help to create an environment that supports the Parish mission and works to achieve the Parish Pastoral Plan. Guided by the Gospel and the Spirituality of the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales Attends monthly Pastoral Council Meeting Performs other tasks as agreed upon with the Pastor Conducts all responsibilities with utmost discretion and confidentiality Qualifications: A Master's Degree in Theology, Religious Studies, Education, or another related field Strong Organizational Skills: Must have the ability to plan, implement, and oversee parish-wide programs while being sensitive and responsive to the needs and life situation of individuals and families Strong Interpersonal Skills: Must have the ability to communicate effectively with parishioners and staff; be visible and available to parishioners on weekends and evenings Strong Pastoral Skills: Must have a strong faith and spirituality and an ability to communicate that faith and spirituality in a manner consistent with the pastoral needs of the recipient Strong Computer Skills Salary & Benefits : Determined in accordance with the Archdiocesan Guidelines If interested, send resume to Fr. John Fisher, OSFS at XXXX@omcparish.com Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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