Both Most Sacred Heart of Jesus and St. Augustine Catholic Churches in Jeffersonville, IN are seeking a Coordinator of Family & Youth Evangelization. This is a new and exciting position and is responsible for working in collaboration with the Director of Evangelization & Discipleship to equip families as the first educators of the faith and to guide our youth into a strong, active relationship with Jesus Christ and His Church. This position will develop, implement, support and evaluate family-based formation (CCD/PSR), Sacrament preparation programs (Reconciliation, Eucharist, Confirmation), and youth offerings (youth ministry, retreats, NCYC Conference, etc.) for the Sacred Heart and St. Augustine families with children from Pre-K through 12th grade. The ideal candidate will bring energy to the position with initiative for implementation of new ideas and continuous improvement. Must be a practicing Catholic, have a degree in Theology, Evangelization, Catechetics, or equivalent training. Experience as a catechist, youth minister, or teacher for either adults or children is preferred.
The Coordinator of Family & Youth Evangelization supports the vision of the Catholic Church to recognize and equip the parents as first catechists and draw them and their children to encounter Jesus personally and lead them to become active disciples who are confident in sharing the good news of God’s love to the community and the world.
Most Sacred Heart of Jesus and St. Augustine offer a full employee benefits package including health insurance, dental, vision, 403(b), HSA, and a flexible work schedule. This is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the Director of Evangelization & Discipleship ideally beginning June 2021.