Are you passionate about accompanying people of all ages as they grow closer to God? Do you thrive in a collaborative parish environment where ministry, leadership, and mission intersect? The Church of St. Therese is seeking an inspiring
Director of Faith Formation to lead, coordinate, and champion faith formation across the life of the Church.
Faith Formation is at the heart of our parish mission—helping parishioners encounter Christ and deepen their relationship with God. Working closely with the Pastor, parish leadership, and ministry teams, the Director of Faith Formation plays a vital role in shaping strategy, nurturing catechists, and creating transformative experiences of faith for children, youth, and adults.
Under the leadership of the Pastor, the Director of Faith Formation oversees and advances all aspects of the parish’s faith formation ministry, ensuring alignment with the
General Directory for Catechesis (GDC),
National Directory for Catechesis (NDC), and Archdiocesan Religious Education Standards. This role calls for a visionary leader, thoughtful collaborator, and pastoral presence within the parish community.
Leadership & Vision
- Lead the overall development, implementation, and evaluation of parish-wide Faith Formation.
- Collaborate with the Pastor to ensure parish-wide priorities come before individual ministry needs.
- Guide and support the Faith Formation Specialist and Youth Ministers in their program development and execution.
- Serve as a trusted parish resource on faith formation and catechetical matters.
Program Development & Oversight
- Develop, coordinate, and evaluate Elementary and Adult Faith Formation Programming.
- Design and oversee sacramental preparation programs.
Catechist Support & Training
- Create a comprehensive annual calendar of catechist formation, trainings, and enrichment opportunities.
- Equip catechists with the tools, resources, and confidence needed to serve effectively.
Administration & Operations
- Arrange and manage facilities for Faith Formation programs in coordination with parish staff.
- Maintain accurate records for registration, attendance, evaluations, and sacramental documentation.
- Incorporate the Protection of Children and Youth curriculum where needed.
- In collaboration with the Director of Operations and Finance:
- Create and manage the Faith Formation department budget
- Oversee purchasing of supplies and materials within approved limits
Evaluation & Outreach
- Supervise outreach and service initiatives as assigned.
St. Therese is a large and established parish with solid liturgical life, established faith formation programs, a beautiful school, consecrated sisters, many volunteers, a vibrant music ministry, many volunteers and service projects and a wonderful location to be of service to Christ. The parish/school is committed to vibrant growth by living out Jesus Christ’s call to “Go and make disciples” (Matt 28:19) through our sacramental life, prayer, catechesis, fellowship, evangelization, school, service, and financial stewardship.
