Coordinator of Faith Formation and Youth Ministry

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St. Michael Catholic Church – Charlestown, IN Full-Time, Exempt

St. Michael Catholic Church is seeking a mission-driven Coordinator of Faith Formation & Youth Ministry (CFFYM) to lead and support lifelong faith formation for children, youth, and adults. This full-time ministry role works closely with the Pastor and parish staff to cultivate a vibrant, Christ-centered parish community through religious education, sacramental preparation, youth ministry, and adult formation programs.

Position Overview

The CFFYM plans, implements, and oversees all parish faith formation initiatives, including:

• Adult Faith Formation programs
• Children’s Ministry (PreK–Grade 5)
• Parish Religious Education Program (Grades 1–5)
• Middle/High School Youth Ministry
• Sacramental preparation for First Reconciliation, First Communion, Confirmation, and OCIA/OCIC
• Coordination, training, and support of volunteers
• Compliance with all Archdiocese of Indianapolis Safe Parish and youth ministry guidelines

This role includes curriculum selection, catechist development, program scheduling, communication with families, coordination with parish ministries, and participation in parish staff activities, trainings, and diocesan events.

Qualifications

• Practicing Catholic committed to the teachings and mission of the Church
• Experience in catechesis, ministry leadership, or related fields preferred
• Strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with parish staff, volunteers, and families
• Safe Parish certification (or ability to complete upon hire)

How to Apply

Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Communications & social Media: 2 years (Required)
• Catholic Ministry: 2 years (Required)
• Catholic Formation & Youth Ministry: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

St. Michael’s was named after its founder Father James Andrew Michael and because the patron saint of the Irish Laborers who helped build the church was St. Michael the Archangel. Today, the land serves as the St. Michael Parish Cemetery where a plaque to mark the site was placed during the Church’s Centennial in 1960.

St. Michael Church celebrated its 150th Anniversary on September 12, 2010.