Classification: Non-Exempt, Full Time

Reports to: Director of Faith Formation

Job Description Summary

Epiphany Parish is a thriving community in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin committed to inviting, including and serving our parish and beyond. This role will focus on Catechesis, Evangelization and Discipleship with the focus on young families and sacrament preparation in a comprehensive manner. This includes the following elements: catechesis, formation, sacraments of Baptism, First Communion and First Reconciliation, OCIC, preparation and celebrations.

Essential Job Duties:

• Collaborates with Faith formation team, staff and consultative bodies in implementing the mission of the parish.
• Coordinates evangelization and discipleship efforts for the parish in the area of young family formation.
• Assures the development and implementation of sacramental preparation programs, experiences and activities that foster spiritual formation and growth. This should include but not be limited to parent meetings, retreats, curriculum development, social activity, community building opportunities.
• Recruits, trains, empowers and supervises catechists, volunteers and other personnel for sacramental preparation. Collaborate with Sacred Hearts School staff on sacramental preparation and celebrations.
• Assures the development of programs and activities that foster spiritual formation for families in the early stages of Catholic parenthood.
• Coordinates efforts to identify and involve young families in the life of the faith community.
• Serves as staff to parish core team or council
• Maintains a level of knowledge and skills required for this ministry through regular updating, reading, participation in workshops and conventions. Participate in local, regional, and national professional organizations as approved and appropriate.

Required Education and Experience

Experience in event planning and coordinating, communication tools and working understanding of Catholic theology, Ecclesiology and Sacramental theology.

Preferred experience with Sacramental preparation.

 Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Required Competencies

• Demonstrated understanding, respect and support of the Catholic Church’s teaching, mission and values.
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities and organize work effectively and efficiently, including developing and maintaining effective record keeping systems.

Additional Qualifications

• Must be a person of faith, committed to the values of the Gospel, who provides sound leadership and responsible management of their duties.
• Has a service mindset when working with others.
• Ability to identify opportunities for improvement, evaluate issues and situations and propose and implement recommendations and solutions.

Supervisory responsibility

• Not applicable

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

• Office environment
• Ability to attend events, set up events, lead events
• Valid Driver License

Normal Workdays and Hours

• Weekdays and evenings (flexible according to calendar and events)

Other Duties

This job description is not designed or intended to be a comprehensive or exhaustive list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of an employee in this job.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time as is the responsive nature of the ministry.

Classification: Non-Exempt, Full Time

Reports to: Director of Faith Formation

Job Description

Summary/Objective:

To implement Epiphany Parish’s commitment to youth ministry in a comprehensive manner. This includes the following elements: catechesis, evangelization, social action, community building, spirituality, liturgy, guidance, enablement and advocacy.

Essential Job Duties:

• Collaborates with Faith Formation team, staff and consultative bodies in implementing the mission of the parish.
• Assures the development of programs, experiences and activities for middle and high school youth that foster spiritual formation and growth. This should include but not be limited to retreats, faith formation sessions, social activity, recreation, athletics, outreach, youth-oriented liturgies and community service opportunities.
• Assures the development and implementation of faith formation for youth. Recruits, enables, directs, trains and supervises catechists, volunteers and other personnel for faith formation experiences for middle and high school youth. Collaborates with teachers in Catholic elementary and high school in developing and implementing youth ministry opportunities.
• Coordinates evangelization outreach programs to youth.
• Assures the development of programs and activities for youth that foster spiritual formation.
• Coordinates efforts to identify and involve youth in the life of the faith community.
• Serves as staff to parish youth core team or council
• Maintains a level of knowledge and skills required for this ministry through regular updating, reading, participation in workshops and conventions. Participate in local, regional, and national professional organizations as approved and appropriate.

 Preferred Education and Experience

• Some experience ( volunteer or paid) in education or catechesis
• Strong work ethic
• Associate, Bachelor or equivalent experience

Required Competencies

• Demonstrated understanding, respect and support of the Catholic Church’s teaching, mission and values.
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities and organize work effectively and efficiently, including developing and maintaining effective record keeping systems.

Additional Qualifications

• Must be a person of faith, committed to the values of the Gospel, who provides sound leadership and responsible management of their duties.
• Has a service mindset when working with others.
• Ability to identify opportunities for improvement, evaluate issues and situations and propose and implement recommendations and solutions.

Supervisory responsibility

• Volunteers

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

• Office environment

Responsibilities:
Oversee, plan, and execute the Family Formation program with the Family Formation team.
Collaborate with the Coordinator of Youth Discipleship to ensure transition from Family Formation to the middle school program and to assist in combined family and special events for Faith Formation families.
Recruit and train volunteers to assist with various ministry activities, ensuring they are well-prepared and motivated.
Coordinate leader investment meetings.
Help oversee annual Faith Formation registration.
Build relationships with the children, parents, and families (Needs to be at ease with social interactions in any setting).
Contribute to the long-term health and vitality of the student ministry by fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
Builds strong relationships with local organizations and community members to extend the Church’s impact.

Qualifications:
College degree or equivalent (in years of experience in this field).
Possess a thorough knowledge of Catholic teachings, traditions, and practices.
Be able to articulate personal faith experiences and stories that inspire and guide others in their spiritual journey.
Experience with children’s ministry and curriculum.
A level of social maturity that can accurately represent the parish and Faith Formation team.
Willingness to give first fruits to the ministry.
Develops and implements strategic plans that align with the church’s vision and mission.
Create a balanced team dynamic by leveraging the unique strengths of each member.
Maintain open and effective communication with families, staff, and the broader church community.
Basic knowledge of office equipment and software/database programs and familiar with social media.
Lives within 40 minutes of Yorkville community

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Over see and plan the 7th/8th grade Faith Formation and
Confirmation Program.
For Youth Ministry, develops and implement s a comprehensive
ministry plan that is tailored to the teens . Work closely with the Coordinator of Student Ministry to
ensure alignment in program goals and execution. Develop, train, and resource all team members (Jr. High, Youth
Ministry, Young Adult) to create a cohesive team. Over see Teen OCIA and accompany teens and their families on
the journey to receiving their sacrament s and beyond. Collaborate with Evangelization Coordinator to implement
Youth Alpha for teens and young adults. Over see annual trip to Steubenville Youth Conference.
Foster the growth of personal faith and community among the
leaders through regular team investment meetings . Develop initiatives to involve student’s families in parish life,
fostering a holistic community experience. (Needs to be at
ease with social interactions any setting). Bridge connections with the parish and Yorkville community.

QUALIFICATIONS:
College degree or equivalent (in years of experience in this field) and experience with Youth Ministry and Curriculum. Knowledge of Catholic faith and able to articulate personal faith experiences and stories that inspire and guide other s in their spiritual journey. A level of social maturity that can accurately represent the parish
and Faith Formation team. Willingness to give first fruits to the ministry. Basic knowledge of office equipment and software/database programs and familiar with social media. Develops and implements strategic plans that align with the church’ s vision and mission. Create a balanced team dynamic by leveraging the unique strengths of each member.  Strong communication skills to effectively convey the program’s goals and engage with families and the parish community.  Lives within 40 minutes of Yorkville community.