Coordinator of Family Catechism

Status: 25-32 hours a week (Salary or Hourly)

Supervise: Volunteers

The Coordinator of Family Catechism supports the mission of St. Mary of the Knobs to form disciples of Jesus Christ by providing vision, leadership, and coordination for faith formation of children and families. The ideal candidate is a faithful Catholic who is gifted in relational ministry, passionate about evangelization, and possesses exceptional communication and leadership skills.

Catechism: Kindergarten-Grade 12

• Plans and Coordinates registration
• Order all books and materials
• Catechists

• Curriculum

• Children's Liturgy of the Word and Children's Revival Grant

• Collaborate with the youth minister and school staff to prepare students
• Responsible for parent sacramental catechesis
• Plans Liturgy/Sacrament in conjunction with Pastor and Catechists

• Hold separate sessions or in-home preparation for those youth beyond typical sacramental preparation years.
• Responsible for the acquisition and verification of all baptismal records

for the Sacrament of Confirmation.

Recruit volunteers and work with the Spiritual Life Commission to coordinate family-focused catechism.

• Collaborate with the Outreach and Service Commissions to raise awareness of those in need through education, community opportunities, and parish initiatives.
• Be in contact with the Outreach and Service Commissions to collaborate in the mission of forming and making disciples.

• Recruit, train, mentor, and support catechists and formation volunteers.
• Foster a culture of servant leadership and spiritual growth among all who serve.
• Provide ongoing formation and appreciation for volunteers in line with diocesan standards.

• Communicate clearly and proactively with parents, families, staff, and the wider parish through email, bulletin, website, and social media.
• Coordinate program calendars and facility scheduling.
• Maintain accurate records for all faith formation programs.
• Manage budgets, curriculum selection, diocesan compliance, and Safe Environment protocols.

Leadership and Oversight

• Practicing Catholic with a passion for the Church's mission of evangelization and catechesis.
• Bachelor's degree in Theology, Education, or related field.
• Experience in parish or diocesan ministry.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to recruit, inspire, and form volunteers.
• Technologically proficient (Microsoft Office, Canva, ParishSoft, etc.).