Job Description - Director of Discipleship Ministry
St. Joseph Parish in Howell is seeking a Director of Discipleship Ministry. This is a full-time exempt position that reports to the Pastor and will supervise the Coordinator of Religious Formation and Parish Volunteers.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
The core function of this role is to be a leader of leaders. The Director of Discipleship’s main mission is to raise up, form, and manage lay leaders to guide the ministries of the parish.
General Responsibilities
Will serve as a member of the Parish Leadership Team
Directs and manages the Coordinator of Religious Formation within the Faith Formation Team
Collaborate with the Director of Communication to connect with parishioners through the weekly bulletin, parish website, announcements at Mass, and other media
Collaborate with the Business Manager to manage and maintain a budget for OCIA, Faith Formation, Evangelization, Youth Ministry, Sacramental Prep, and the Marriage Catechumenate
Select and develop appropriate programs, resources and tools to support the leaders and ministries (OCIA, Faith Formation, Evangelization, etc.) of the parish
Exploring future options to develop a paid Youth Ministry position that would report to the Director of Discipleship Ministry
Continue one’s own education and spiritual development through personal retreats, seminars, or other means
Collaborate with parish staff in ministerial efforts, including attending staff meetings
Select, coordinate, and form volunteer leaders of specific sacramental ministries such as marriage catechumenate, infant baptism, OCIA, and Adult Formation
Develop appropriate metrics to assess and guide parish leaders for the success of their parish programs and ministries
To assure all safe environment standards are met
Evangelization Responsibilities
Be familiar with Bishop Boyea’s pastoral letter, “Go and Announce the Gospel of the Lord” and be prepared to implement its content
Equip parishioners as the main missioners of St. Joseph parish to share the faith within their families, homes, and community
Be aware of evangelization and outreach opportunities in the surrounding parishes and help connect parishioners to these opportunities when appropriate
Adult Formation Responsibilities
Implement and support various Encounter opportunities throughout the year for St. Joseph parish
Foster opportunities for parishioners to join small Discipleship groups and provide support to the leaders of existing small groups.
Implement and support the leaders of on-going Adult Faith Formation opportunities
Support and grow prayer groups within the parish
Attend Regional and Diocesan Adult Formation/Evangelization meetings
Evaluate, select and implement a process to encourage people to serve others according to their gifts, with the aim of parish leaders running this ministry.
Attend regional and diocesan meetings, conventions, and workshops concerning religious formation
OCIA Responsibilities
Welcomes and encourages interested inquirers at any time with a well-developed year-round ministry
Provide formation and direction for OCIA catechists and team members
Teach several OCIA classes during the year
Recruit members for OCIA team and provide leadership and direction to that team
Coordinate with OCIA leadership and the Director of Liturgy for the liturgical rites within the OCIA process.
Ensure proper completion and archival of all sacramental records
Attend Diocesan Regional OCIA meetings
Requirements
Must be a practicing Catholic faithful to the magisterium of the Catholic Church
Be a Spirit-filled disciple of Jesus Christ
Be passionate about making disciples
Have substantial experience in discipling others
Be committed to growing in holiness through daily prayer and interior conversion
Seek growth in the gifts of the Holy Spirit
Be a team player who is approachable, affable and joyful
Have a bachelor's degree in Catholic Theological Studies, Ministry, Religious Education or equivalent
Have a minimum of two years of ministry experience
Be comfortable giving presentations to groups
Pass a background check and attend local training for the protection of children and youth
Employee is expected to work onsite and offsite when needed. Some weekend and evening work will be required
Physical demands include walking, standing, sitting, stooping, and occasionally lifting boxes or bags that weigh up to 40 pounds
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work of the position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.
To apply for the position, please submit a cover letter and resume to the online application.
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