This position will have two main components:
1.) Religious Education. This person will administer the faith formation programs for parish children (about 100, grades 1-8) who are in the public school system, including managing registration, enrollment, catechist training, curriculum, and creating opportunities for more parental involvement in their children's spiritual growth.
This person will also oversee the sacramental preparation programs for the children & their parents First Reconciliation, First Communion, and Confirmation, which will include working in collaboration with the parish school teachers and their students in sacramental years.
2.) Evangelization: this role includes development and implementation of an adult faith formation program, and helping to cultivate plans for evangelization and outreach in collaboration with the priests and parish staff.
Ideal candidates will be creative, collaborative, organized, prayerful, possess good communication skills, be rooted in the Catholic faith and tradition, and have a heart for the Lord.
Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to the email listed in this posting.
Chicago, IL 60657