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Regional Director, Ignatian Volunteer Corps - St. Louis

Ignatian Volunteer Corps
4511 West Pine Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63108-2191
https://ivcusa.org/ivc-offices/come-meet-ivc-st-louis/

Please apply for this position by sending resume to: UCSHR@jesuits.org

The Ignatian Volunteer Corps (IVC) is a national, Catholic nonprofit service organization that provides men and women aged 50 and older with opportunities to serve the economically challenged and marginalized, grow deeper in their faith and transform lives. By contributing leadership skills and life experience into service, IVC service corps members strengthen their communities, create a more just society, and bring hope to people seeking to overcome marginalization.

• Match new members with partner agency and spiritual reflector.
• Be attentive to the pastoral needs of eacj member and for the IVC community as a whole.
• Conduct semi-annual evaluations of members, agencies, and spiritual reflectors.
• Coordinate Ignatian based faith formation meetings and retreats.
  

Recruit New Members

• Develop promotional materials includine quarterly e-newsletter, press releases, communication with Jesuit alumni publications, retreat houses, etc.
• Respond to inquiries, host information gatherings, etc.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required, Master's preferred.
• 3 years of professional experience in service of vulnerable populations.
• Proficiency in fundraising and budgeting.
• Commitment to the Catholic mission, charism, and core values.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of Catholic faith principles preferred.
• High comfort in a ministry-based environment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with strong interpersonal, active-listening, and relationship-building skills.
• Proven organization and administrative office management abilities, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and budget management.
• Organizing and managing effective fundraising.

Assistant to the Diocesan Bishop in Pastoral Formation

Diocese of Cheyenne (Wyoming)
2121 Capitol Ave.
Cheyenne, WY  82001

Original Job Listing
To apply, please submit the following four documents, confidentially and as separate PDF attachments, to Mike Furey, Partner, at mikefurey@partnersinmisssion.com. Please include the "Diocese of Cheyenne" in the subject field.

• Letter of Interest expressing what draws you to this exciting and unique leadership opportunity in Wyoming and how your experiences have prepared you to serve in this role. 
• Current resume with all appropriate dates included.
• List five references with names, relationships, phone numbers, and email addresses. 
• References will not be contacted without your knowledge and approval.

The Diocese of Cheyenne seeks the ideal candidate for the position of Assistant to the Diocesan Bishop in Pastoral Formation. The office is seeking a dedicated individual to collaborate closely with the Bishop in the development and direction of pastoral formation within its vibrant communities.

At the heart of the Diocese of Cheyenne, the Office of Pastoral Formation stands as a guiding force, dedicated to nurturing and strengthening the spiritual fabric of parishes, missions, and schools. With a steadfast commitment to accompanying ministers on their journey of service to the People of God, this office provides unwavering support and resources to empower leaders in their roles. By offering guidance in planning and direction-setting for ministries, the Office of Pastoral Formation ensures that its communities thrive in their mission to spread the Gospel. Moreover, the office joyfully celebrates the mysteries of God alongside its pastorates, fostering moments of spiritual renewal through retreats, and communal gatherings that inspire praise and worship. Together, the Director and the office build vibrant and faith-filled communities where all are welcomed, supported, and uplifted on their faith journey.

As the Director of Pastoral Formation, an ideal candidate will possess a profound understanding of the Catholic faith and demonstrate the ability to work harmoniously with various stakeholders, including clergy, diocesan personnel, parish members, and the public. Maintaining confidentiality and respecting the rural nature of our diocese are essential aspects of this role, along with proficiency in English and Spanish, with a preference for candidates who understand Hispanic cultures.

As a candidate, the person will bring experience, including at least five years in pastoral ministry or a related field, along with managerial experience. Experience in leading parish faith formation ministries, particularly among Latino communities, is highly valued. An MDiv, MA in Theology, a graduate degree in a related field, or equivalent education and experience is preferred.

Reporting to the Executive Director of Parish Services, key responsibilities will include directing the Office of Pastoral Formation, supervising associate directors, managing budgets, and writing grant requests. You will also play a crucial role in the ongoing formation of directors and coordinators of faith formation, marriage formation, and accompaniment, as well as ensuring unified formation experiences across the diocese.

In collaboration with parish leaders, you will design and implement formation opportunities aligned with the priorities of Vision 2030. This includes facilitating lay leaders' retreats, providing ministerial certification, and supporting ongoing adult formation. Furthermore, you will assist in implementing Formation for Marriage and Marriage Accompaniment, initiate synodal processes, and promote the training of Natural Family Planning educators.

You will collaborate closely with ministry leaders to align diocesan resources, prepare candidates for sacraments, coordinate annual institutes, and provide training for parish directors. Additionally, you will maintain a resource database and keep stakeholders informed through monthly newsletters.

If you are a passionate and dedicated individual, eager to contribute to the spiritual growth and development of our diocesan community, we invite you to apply for this impactful role. 

This is an immediate opportunity. 

Posted 3.25.2025

Executive Director (Part-Time Independent Contractor)

Cristo Rey Institute
1212 E. Euclid Avenue
Arlington Heights, IL  60004
www.cristoreyinstitute.org

To apply, send a cover letter and resume to:  Matthew Couture, chair, at: mcouture@felicianservices.org
Applications due by May 1, 2025
The Cristo Rey Institute (CRI) seeks an Executive Director to lead our organization. This senior leadership position is part-time and contracted independently. While CRI is nearly ten years old, the Executive Director will be its first paid leader. The Cristo Rey Institute (CRI) is a permanent body of consecrated religious and lay Catholic leaders established under the authority of the Pope to participate on behalf of the Catholic Church “in the teaching ministry of Jesus Christ and to continually implement His charism and values, especially to the underserved children and families.” It is charged with providing Catholic religious sponsorship for Cristo Rey Network Schools.

JOB OVERVIEW
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop Resources and Support Delegates
• Develop and collect resources for members of the Institute who are delegated to serve on boards of CRI sponsored schools.
• Overall support and care for delegates representing CRI on school boards.

Manage Relationship with the Cristo Rey Network (CRN)
• Work in collaboration with the CRN leadership team to insure a productive and collegial relationship among CRN and CRI sponsored schools.

Manage and Oversee Communication with the Holy See
• Draft annual correspondence to the Holy See
• Provide whatever follow-up may be requested from time to time by dicasteries of the Holy See

Manage the Due Diligence of New Sponsorship Opportunities
• Coordinate meetings between CRI delegates and the boards or others representing potential new Cristo Rey schools that may request CRI sponsorship.

Establish and Initiate a Fundraising Strategy for CRI
• Identify prospective funders, both foundations and major donors.
• Develop outreach plan to prospective funders and related materials.
• Manage ongoing relationships with current and prospective funders.

Create and Manage Annual CRI Budget
• Ensure that all accounts payable are fulfilled on a timely basis.
• Present quarterly financial statements to the person delegated by CRI to act as leader.

Create and Manage a Corporate File
• The corporate file should include, but not be limited to, By-Laws, meeting minutes, sponsorship agreements, formation resources, and charism resources.

Manage CRI Membership
• Assist in identifying and recruiting of new members
• Communicate with membership on a regular basis
• Assist in the organization of meetings, namely the Annual Meeting
• Assist in spiritual and CRI charism formation for CRI Members
• Coordinate and participate on Catholic identity reviews teams at CRI schools

KEY QUALIFICATIONS
• Is a practicing Catholic
• Knowledge and understanding of Catholic faith, Catholic education, and Catholic liturgical life
• Demonstrated capacity to partner with low-income communities to transform lives through accessible Catholic education
• Experience in strategic fundraising and research
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficiency with bookkeeping software
• Proficiency with writing and content creation software
• Strong time-management skills
• A self-starter
• Ability to manage and work within remote teams
• Exceptional listening skills
• Ability to influence and advocate
• Ability to tactfully communicate and problem-solve
• A team player willing to embrace Cristo Rey Institute values
CRI’s administrative headquarters are currently housed at the Viatorian Province Center, outside Chicago, but this role is one that will be performed remotely, with travel expected, particularly in regard to visits to CRI and CRN meetings, sponsored schools, and to new school sponsorship opportunities. The work of this role equates to about two full days of work on a weekly basis, on average, recognizing that demands vary over the course of a year.

POSITION DETAILS
• Part-time independent contractor role (15-20 hours per week)
• Work from home with travel to schools and meetings
• Report directly to the CRI Membership Chair
• Annual evaluation against performance criteria
• Starts July 1, 2025
The ideal candidate will be passionate about CRI's mission to provide high-quality, Catholic education to students with limited economic resources. They will embody CRI's spiritual charism of being Christ-centered, engaged in the world, and wisdom-seeking.

Posted 3.20.25

Campus Minister

St. Benedict at Auburndale
8250 Varnavas Dr.
Cordova, TN  38016
 

Send your resume and cover letter to jobs@cc.cdom.org.

St. Benedict at Auburndale, a Catholic high school in the Diocese of Memphis, is seeking a passionate and dedicated Campus Minister to serve as a spiritual leader within our school community. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the faith life of students, faculty, and staff by fostering a vibrant Catholic identity, guiding spiritual growth, and promoting meaningful service. If you are called to inspire young people in their faith journey and create a Christ-centered environment, we invite you to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Faith Formation & Spiritual Leadership

• Lead and organize school-wide liturgies, prayer services, and retreats.
• Provide opportunities for student prayer, reflection, and spiritual development.
• Offer pastoral counseling and spiritual guidance to students, faculty, and staff.
• Support the integration of Catholic values into the school’s religious education curriculum.

Retreats & Religious Activities

• Coordinate and lead student retreats at various grade levels.
• Facilitate faculty and staff retreats to strengthen their spiritual journey.
• Organize and oversee prayer services, Masses, and religious celebrations in alignment with the liturgical calendar.

Community Engagement & Service

• Encourage student participation in service projects that reflect Catholic social teaching.
• Develop partnerships with parishes and community organizations to expand outreach initiatives.
• Promote service-learning opportunities that inspire students to live out their faith in action.

Fostering Catholic Identity

• Work with school leadership to ensure that Catholic values are at the heart of all school activities.
• Empower students through leadership roles in faith-based organizations, such as peer ministry or student chaplain programs.
• Support faculty in integrating Catholic teachings into their classrooms and daily interactions.

Collaboration & Professional Growth

• Work closely with faculty, staff, and administration to support student development.
• Engage in ongoing professional development related to Catholic ministry and education.
• Participate in diocesan and local ministry events to stay connected with the broader faith community.

Pastoral Care & Student Support

• Offer spiritual and emotional support to students facing challenges or personal crises.
• Maintain sensitivity and confidentiality in addressing students’ pastoral needs.
• Partner with school counselors to foster a holistic approach to student well-being.

Qualifications & Desired Attributes

• Practicing Catholic with a deep commitment to Church teachings and values.
• Degree in theology, ministry, religious education, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in youth ministry, pastoral care, or religious education, preferably in a high school setting.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to engage with students and staff.
• Passionate about creating an inclusive, supportive, and faith-filled community.
• Organized, proactive, and creative in developing faith-based initiatives.

Why Join St. Benedict at Auburndale?

As a Campus Minister, you will have the unique opportunity to inspire and guide young people in their faith journey while working in a collaborative and mission-driven environment. Serving within the Catholic Diocese of Memphis, this role allows you to be part of a larger faith community dedicated to spiritual growth and service.

This role may require participation in evening and weekend events such as retreats, service projects, and Masses, ensuring a deep and immersive engagement with the school community.

Posted 3.7.25

Theology Teacher (Upper School)

Villa Duchesne
10801 Conway Rd.
St. Louis, MO   63131

To apply, see here.

Posted 3.6.25

Vice President for Mission

St. Mary's College
149 Le Mans Hall
Notre Dame, IN  46556

To apply, see here.

Director of Liturgical Music

Sts. Joachim and Ann Catholic Church
4112 McClay Rd
St. Charles, MO  63304
https://stsja.org

Submit resumes to: Rev. Chuck Barthel at frbarthel@atsja.org by March 28, 2025.

Sts. Joachim and Ann Catholic Church, a vibrant suburban parish of 2,000 households in St. Peters, Missouri, is seeking a Director of Liturgical Music. This is a full-time position that includes both evening and weekend hours.

The ideal candidate will:

• Possess and demonstrate excellent skills as both an organist and a pianist;
• Have experience leading and working with cantors, choirs, students, and other musicians of various ages;
• Be familiar with a diverse musical repertoire that is taken from both traditional and contemporary liturgical music; and
• Demonstrate a proficiency in using technology and multimedia communication.

The applicant must be a practicing Catholic and possess at least a bachelor's degree in liturgy or liturgical music AND three years ministerial experience in a pastoral setting. Salary and benefits are based on the scale recommended by the Archdiocese of St. Louis and other professional organizations. The church has a Viscount Hybrid organ and a Kawai Artist Grand Piano. A more detailed job description will be made available upon request.

The start date is open ended.

Posted 1.17.25
 

Director of Faith Formation for Marriage and Family Life

Diocese of Erie
429 East Grandview Blvd.
Erie, PA  16504

Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, certifications, references and a signed and completed job application  form in one of two ways:

1. Email all materials to: hrinfo@eriercd.org. (Application form must be scanned, completed, signed, and scanned.)
2. Mail to HR, Attn: Director of Faith Formation for Marriage and Family Life Search, 429 East Grandview Blvd., Erie, PA 16504

 For best consideration, please apply by October 30, 2024. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Full position profile and application may be found at https://www.erieocd.org/employment.html.

The primary responsibility of the Director of Faith Formation for Marriage and Family Life is the development of programs and activities that supports the Catholic faithful in significant phases of marriage and family life. This person is responsible for the faithful transmission of Catholic doctrine in faith and morals as defined in the Catechism of the Catholic Church, and described in recent papal documents, Evangelii Gaudium, Catechesi Tradendae. The director is responsible for the development of a diverse variety of initiatives to enrich faith within family life in all its phases. The director will identify, prepare, and assist volunteer lay leaders, clergy, and parish staff to work with individuals, couples or families who will benefit from the programs of the Faith Formation Department.

Responsibilities:

• Functions as an integral member of the Faith Formation team and collaborates with the Faith Formation team members in developing the goals and objectives for the Faith Formation Department, especially the 6^th to 12^th grade Faith Formation process.
• Administers and monitors all family life programs with attention to effective response to all parishes, ministries, and community groups.
• Coordinates, oversees, and supervises Pre-Cana, Nova and Engagement Encounter, weekend programs throughout the Diocese. Provides on-going training, new team orientations, resources, networking, and support of such programs.
• Coordinates FOCCUS trainings (inventory used for marriage prep) for new priests, deacons and others annually or as needed.
• Coordinates and acts as a liaison with various marriage and family life movements including, but not limited to Worldwide Marriage Encounter, Catholic Engagement Encounter, Hispanic Marriage Encounter, Retrouvaille.
• Supervises the Integrity and Virtue Office Coordinator in providing Chastity programming and education for the diocese.
• Oversees Natural Family Planning programs for married and engaged couples.
• Coordinates wedding anniversary celebrations within the diocese.
• Coordinates periodic marriage enrichment events.
• Represents the Family Life ministry at diocesan, regional and national meetings, and/or events, such as the National Association of Catholic Family Life Ministries Conference.
• Develops social media presence for families utilizing a variety of media to promote multiple programs for individuals and families.
• Maintains current knowledge of social, spiritual, and developmental aspects of marriage, parenting and family life and maintain current resources for each.
• Serves as diocesan representatives for public speaking or print resources for parishes, schools, or other organizations in the area of marriage and family life.
• Assists Executive Director in preparing and managing budget.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Faith Formation.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in theology, marriage and family ministry, religious studies, pastoral ministry, or related field.
• A minimum of three years of professional experience in a pastoral, therapeutic or human services field, with emphasis on and knowledge of Catholic teaching. Demonstrated experience in leadership and management of volunteers, including fiscal responsibility.
• Must be a practicing Roman Catholic with a strong faith commitment, dedicated to Gospel values, with a mission-driven understanding of “Catholic Family” and dedicated to promoting the Church’s vision for lifelong faith formation.
• Must have valid driver’s license.

Note:    The Diocese of Erie retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

Posted: 10.11.24
 

Director of Faith Formation for Young Adult and Youth Ministry

Diocese of Erie
429 East Grandview Blvd.
Erie, PA  16504

Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, certifications, references and a signed and completed job application Form in one of two ways:

1. Email all materials to: hrinfo@eriercd.org. (Application form must be scanned, completed, signed, and scanned.)
2. Mail to HR, Attn: Director of Faith Formation for Young Adult and Youth Ministry Search, 429 East Grandview Blvd., Erie, PA 16504

For best consideration, please apply by October 30, 2024. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Full position profile and application may be found at  https://www.eriercd.org/employment.html.

The primary responsibility of the Director of Faith Formation for Young Adult and Youth Ministry is to develop ministry opportunities, provide training, support, and resources in the diocese for young adult and youth ministry. This person is responsible for the faithful transmission of Catholic doctrine in faith and morals as defined in the Catechism of the Catholic Church, and described in recent papal documents, Evangelii Gaudium, Catechesi Tradendae. The director supervises and participates in the diocesan efforts for ministry to/and with young adults, college students, youth and various staff and volunteers who assist with these ministries from the parishes and schools within the Diocese of Erie.

Responsibilities:

• Functions as an integral member of the Faith Formation Team and collaborates with the Faith Formation team members in implementing the newly instituted Faith Formation Process for youth in grades 6-12 as well as, developing other goals and objectives for the Faith Formation Department.
• Promotes a comprehensive approach to youth and young adult ministry in the diocese utilizing the U.S. Bishops’ documents including, but not limited to, Renewing the Vision, Sons and Daughters of the Light and Empowered by the Spirit. Has a familiarity with the National Catechetical Directory.
• Provides training, support, formation and resources in youth and young adult ministry for pastors, parish youth and young adult personnel, college campus ministers and volunteers.
• Develops and builds strong relationships with pastors and youth and young adult ministers. Fosters collaborative, positive working relationships with parishes, colleges, Catholic schools, diocesan departments, and diocesan staff.
• Facilitates the visioning, creation and development of diocesan programs and other forms of outreach to youth, young adults, and college students in the Diocese of Erie (i.e., Middle School Retreats, NCYC).
• Assists the Executive Director of Faith Formation in the development of budget.
• Supervises diocesan campus ministry personnel and coordinates diocesan efforts in campus ministry.
• Attends or delegates attendance at required, relevant or collaborative meetings, events, and programs.
• Maintains active membership in national and regional youth ministry organizations in order to monitor national trends and directions and maintains accurate knowledge of up-to-date resources.
• Assumes responsibility for all content in printed materials and social media (i.e., website, Facebook, etc.) for youth and young adult ministry.
• Oversees volunteers and consultants working in these areas.
• Responds, as needed, to individual young adult needs and requests, and connects them to a local parish community and/or a regional young adult ministry network in their area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in theology, pastoral ministry, or related field. Must be familiar with both theory and practice of young adult and youth ministry in a parish and/or campus experience
• A minimum of five years' experience in related field. Demonstrated experience in leadership and management of programs and volunteers, including fiscal responsibility.
• Must be a practicing Roman Catholic with a strong faith commitment, dedicated to Gospel values, with a mission-driven understanding of young adult and youth ministry and dedicated to promoting the Church's vision for lifelong faith formation.

Competencies:

• Working knowledge of the documents; Renewing the Vision, Sons and Daughters of the Light and Empowered by the Spirit. Has a familiarity with the National Catechetical Directory, Catechism of the Catholic Church, Evangelii Gaudium and Catechesi Tradendae.
• Passion for working with youth and young adults and an understanding of the developmental stages of middle school and high school youth and young adults.
• Excellent communication, organizational, administrative and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in collaboration with other diocesan offices to communicate and implement diocesan vision with pastors, campus ministers and parish leadership.
• Successful strategic planning and annual program planning and needs assessment.
• Proficiency with computers and online platforms, as well as demonstrated competency with Microsoft Office, with ability to learn specialized software (e.g., Salsa).
• Experience in technology (website management, social media).
• Demonstrated ability to be self-directed in work habits, position requires a person to be self-motivated and a self-starter.
• Ability to travel extensively both within and outside the diocese.
• Competence in creating and managing budgets with careful monitoring of all spending.
  
  Note:    The Diocese of Erie retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

Posted 10.11.24

Faculty Position: Pastoral Theology & Homiletics

Mount Angel Abbey & Seminary
1 Abbey Dr.
Saint Benedict, OR  97373
www.mountangelabbey.org/seminary/

To Apply, send the following to Shawn W. H. Keough, PhD :

• Letter of application
• CV
• Name and contact information for three references
• A statement, "Teaching Pastoral Theology and Homiletics in a Catholic Seminary"

The Graduate School of Theology at Mount Angel Seminary (Saint Benedict, OR) seeks a new faculty member eager to participate in the Seminary's mission of priestly formation and invites
applications for a full-time position in Pastoral Theology & Homiletics, at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, to begin August 2025.

Ideal candidates will be pastoral theologians with significant experience in pastoral ministry capable of offering instruction in homiletics. Candidates should hold a terminal degree or
pontifical license in pastoral theology and must be excellent teachers able to offer a range of core courses in pastoral theology and homiletics as members of a vibrant and engaged
formative community within the context of a communion ecclesiology centered curriculum as part of the Seminary’s MDiv, MA (Theology), and DMin programs.

Mount Angel Seminary, an apostolate of the Benedictine monks of Mount Angel Abbey, is comprised of a Graduate School of Theology and a College of Liberal Arts accredited by the
Association of Theological Schools (ATS) and by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). The Seminary’s primary purpose is the human, spiritual, intellectual, and pastoral formation of men for the Roman Catholic priesthood; its programs adhere to the norms established by the Holy See and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops as stated in the Program of Priestly Formation (6th ed.). Mount Angel Seminary also offers theological education to qualified laymen and women.

All applicants must be able to make a Profession of Faith and take the Oath of Fidelity. Permanent deacons, priests, and members of religious communities are especially encouraged
to apply.

Posted 9.25.2024