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The Archdiocese of Chicago, the third largest in the United States, serves more than 2.2 million Catholics in 216 parishes in Cook County and Lake County, a geographic area of 1,411 square miles. The Archdiocese, pastored by Cardinal Blase J. Cupich, has more than 13,000 employees in its systems and ministries, including Catholic Charities, the region's largest nonprofit social service agency. The Archdiocese also has one of the country's largest seminaries. The Archdiocese's 150+ elementary and secondary schools comprise one of the largest U.S. private school systems. Its schools have received 96 U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon Awards.
St. Catherine of Alexandria Parish is seeking a Coordinator of Family Faith Formation to implement a comprehensive religious education/faith formation supporting the parish vision, mission and Archdiocesan policies. This position is responsible for creating a culture to inspire students, families and members to grow in relationship with Jesus and mature in their faith, equipped to make disciples of others.
Position Overview:

• Collaborate with Pastor, Associate Pastor, Principal, Assistant Principal and other Parish staff members.
• Coordinates the family centered Children's Religious Education Program (REP), Levels 1-8. This includes recruiting and training Catechists, development of all aspects of the REP program and curriculum, sacramental preparation for both our RE and School students and parent/student meetings.
• Establishment of Jr. High and High School Youth Ministry Program including creating an outreach plan and developing a program to connect with young adults and engage them in the mission of the Catholic Church.
• Coordinate and oversee sacramental preparation including Baptismal Preparation and Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) and other Ministries such as Children's Liturgy of the Word (CLOW), etc. with the assistance of the Associate Pastor.
• Responsible for participating in staff and Archdiocesan meetings, promoting the RE program to increase participation, ensures compliance with all Archdiocesan guidelines, manages volunteers and engages in continuing education for professional and ministerial growth and development.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Understands the doctrines of the Catholic Church. Possesses excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills. Ability to plan, organize and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrates strong collaboration skills and leads by example. Must be flexible regarding weekend and evening work hours. Proficient in MS Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Zoom and the utilization of technology for virtual communications with students, parents and staff.

Requirements:
BS or BA in Theology, Education or Pastoral Studies preferred along with Archdiocesan Catechist Certification. Minimum of 3 years working in the field of parish ministry.
The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information about our benefit programs is available here.
This position has an annualized salary range of - $40,000 - $52,000. An employee's pay within the salary range will be based on many factors including but not limited to: relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.
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