Parishes

The Family of Parishes (Beacon of Light SE5) including Holy Trinity-Batavia, St. Ann-Williamsburg, St. Louis-Owensville, and St. Philomena-Stonelick is looking for a part-time COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR.  The family office is in Owensville Ohio (8 miles outside the I-275 loop & Milford Parkway exit).

 

Recap of responsibilities:

  • Implement marketing and communication upgrades to expand evangelization within the Family of Parishes.
  • Update & maintain all communications platforms including but not limited to bulletin, website, social media, and others.
  • Design and implement marketing tools and strategies.

Preferred education or experience:

  • Practicing Catholic in good standing
  • Previous training or applicable experience with social media resources
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office including Outlook & Publisher and Google Suites.

Posted:  10/05/2022

This is a part time cleaning position in the church for 6-7 hours a week, three hours on Mondays and three to four hours on Thursdays.

Posted:  10/05/2022

Job Description:

The Marriage Coordinator is responsible for developing and managing the marriage preparation process for the NW-7 Family of Parishes (St. Michael, Fort Loramie; Sacred Heart, McCartyville; Ss. Peter & Paul, Newport; Holy Angels, Sidney.) This means overseeing all aspects of the Sacrament of Marriage within the NW-7 Family of Parishes. The coordinator would be responsible for scheduling and meeting with engaged and mentor couples as part of the marriage preparation process. Communicate and meet with the priests on the progress of the marriage program with engaged couples. Overseeing that all documents and requirements are completed by the engaged couple and provided to the parish offices.  Composing correspondence to the parishes, groups, or individuals would be expected of the coordinator when needed. The coordinator would need to be flexible in their responsibilities to best serve the Family of Parishes and its priests. Help the Family of Parishes continue to improve and grow the Sacrament of Marriage.

Duties:

  • Organizes and manages the marriage preparation process for all weddings at parishes
    • Develop a system for the marriage prep process
      • Inquiry/Intake Form
      • Checklist for engaged couple/parish office
      • Information packet for engaged couple/mentor couple
      • Provides required forms/assigns inventory
      • Recruiting and assigns mentor couple (if applicable)
      • Works with staff at each parish to ensure they have all documents needed for the parish master files.
    • Schedule, meet and follow up with engaged and mentor couples
    • Works with the priests to discuss and review progress of engaged couples’ marriage preparation program.
    • Over time works to transfer the marriage preparation process to an automatic system using a software tool.
    • Compose correspondence to the parishes, groups, and individuals.

Qualifications:

  • Prayerful and possesses a love for the Catholic Faith.
  • Experience/qualifications in communication
  • Detail oriented.
  • Technologically proficient.
  • Skilled in grammar and English composition.
  • Able to hold confidence of priests and parishioners.
  • Ability to speak and answer questions on sensitive topics
  • Evening and weekend work is required20-29 hours a week

Posted:  10/05/2022

The Coordinator of Youth Ministry is responsible for all efforts in accompanying youth in grades 6-12 by creating an environment where youth may encounter Jesus and become missionary disciples. The coordinator will help youth grow in their knowledge of the Catholic faith and in developing healthy relationships with their peers and adult volunteers. This position seeks to give life to the mission of the Church of spreading the Good News of the Gospel and implementing the Pastor’s pastoral vision.

Job Responsibilities      

  • Build a vibrant and faith-based community of youth.
  • Create, organize, and host events for students to encounter Jesus and grow in relationship with their peers.
  • Create healthy relationships with students and families in the parish. This will include working with our parochial school, local Catholic high school, Religious Education families, and homeschool families.
  • Communicate youth ministry events, retreats, conferences, and other faith building opportunities to the parish, particularly to youth and families.
  • Recruit, equip, and accompany a Volunteer Core Team to aid in Youth Ministry activities and evangelization efforts.
  • Provide opportunities for students to go to diocesan/national Catholic activities. Be available for evening and overnight travel for these events and programs. (i.e., March for Life, Steubenville, etc.).

Candidate Expectations

Must complete and maintain compliance with Archdiocese of Cincinnati Safe Environment policies

Must complete a background check

Must participate in continuing education and formation of catechesis, theology, spirituality, and methodology. This can be accomplished through events such as:

  • Online platforms
  • Archdiocesan training
  • Personal retreats
  • National conferences/local conferences
  • One-on-one mentoring

Candidate will be connected with and collaborate with the ministers of the surrounding parishes, as well as utilizing opportunities offered by the Center for the New Evangelization for networking, fellowship, and training.

Education, Training and Experience

  • Experience in youth ministry and education in theology or youth ministry is preferred, but not required.
  • Must have spiritual maturity, defined as a practicing Catholic in good standing with the Roman Catholic Church who is faithful to the Magisterium, regularly receiving the sacraments, and seeking to live an integral Christian life.
  • Must have some experience with planning and organization and willing to be mentored as directed.
  • Must be able to work well with all ages and be capable of communicating effectively with the youth and families through various means. This includes collaborating with the Director of Religious Education, Pastor, and Parochial Vicars. Should be willing to take direction and input from the Director of Religious Education, Pastor, and others as directed.

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Posted:  09/26/2022

The Director of Music Ministry is responsible for:

  • Planning and playing for 2 weekend liturgies and all holy days.
  • Responsible for planning and playing for all special sacramental liturgies including weddings and funerals.
  • Working with the choir and cantors to prepare for the weekend liturgies.
  • Ensuring the instrumental and sound equipment is maintained.

A strong candidate will have strong vocal skills in addition to being proficient in organ & piano.  Must be a practicing Catholic with liturgical knowledge.  Must be able to pass a background check and be within compliance with the Decree on Child Protect prior to start of employment.

Posted:  09/22/2022

St. Maximilian Kolbe Church, a large suburban parish with over 3200 registered families, is accepting applications for the position of Bookkeeper.

If you are a problem solver, handle multiple tasks easily, quickly, and accurately, and have a heart for working in ministry to the church, St. Max is looking for you!

This is a part-time, 25 hours per week position, reporting to the Pastoral Associate for Finance and Human Resources.

Duties include, but not limited to:  accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, and financial reporting.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Two-year accounting degree or a minimum of two years of accounting or bookkeeping experience
  • Experience working with the public
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency with accounting software
  • Excellent record keeping, data entry and review skills – observant, accurate, and detail-oriented
  • Proficiency with databases and basic office software
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task with ease and professionalism
  • Ability to prioritize­, be flexible, and meet deadlines
  • Proven ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality in all matters
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with parishioners, visitors and staff
  • Demonstrated initiative with a “can do” attitude to problem-solving
  • Demonstrated professional maturity and the ability to represent the parish to those who call or visit

Employees of St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic Church will have knowledge of the Catholic faith, a willingness to work for a Catholic, faith-based agency and adhere to the policies of St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic Church. Employees will not publicly oppose the teachings of the Catholic faith nor publicly advocate for any position in conflict with Catholic teaching, or the specific positions of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati or the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops with regard to Catholic teaching. This requirement includes any public speech, demonstration or writing, including the use of social media or other digital technologies.  Before starting the position, the bookkeeper must be fingerprinted, complete a background check, and be enrolled and/or current with the Archdiocese of Cincinnati SafeParish child protection training.