St. Patrick Catholic Church2500 Limmer Loop Hutto, Texas 78634

Job Title: Marriage Ministry Coordinator (updated June 24, 2024)Length: Part-time (10-15 hours per week)

About the EmployerSt. Patrick Catholic Church is a large size community and growing parish family in Hutto, Texas,with a robust culture of generous hospitality. Our mission is to walk with Jesus and one anotheras a family striving for holiness. The Marriage Ministry Coordinator's primary role is to ensurethat those who come to St. Patrick feel welcomed, feel loved, and that they receive Jesus Christbecause everyone is part of the family. Moreover, part of the role of the Marriage MinistryCoordinator is to help others be spiritually fed and become inflamed with Love for the Lordthrough the prayer of the Church, so that they may then go out and "make disciples of allnations" (cf. Matthew 28:19).

About the JobWe are looking for a Marriage Ministry Coordinator who is a joyful missionary disciple that lovesto serve the Church and can handle and manage administrative responsibilities in furthering ourmission at St. Patrick. The Marriage Ministry Coordinator will work closely with the pastor,parochial vicars, deacons, and other staff members and volunteers in fostering one of our corevalues of building a culture that exhibits joyful faith. Furthermore, the Marriage MinistryCoordinator will walk with couples through the marriage preparation pathway, as well as, walkingwith those who are seeking an annulment in the Church by serving as a case counselor at St.Patrick.

Responsibilities of the position:• Reports Directly to the Pastor.• Works with Liturgy Coordinator and other Marriage Preparation Team Members.• Serve as the Marriages and Annulments Administrator.• Directly responsible for management and recording of Marriage Sacraments received in the Parish.• Conducts Faith Sharing Interviews with couples.• Can assist in teaching classes, be trained as a delegate for Prepare and Enrich, and/or other preparation surveys.• Management and organization of all necessary documents for Sacramental preparation specifically marriage packets.• Compiles wedding certificates and assists in providing wedding anniversary certificates.• Follow up with individuals to ensure all necessary documents and paperwork have been submitted and filed in a timely manner.• Notifications of all Sacramental records• Prays for couples who are preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage.• Continues to grow in formation with trainings, classes, and materials given by the Diocese of Austin or other Catholic resources.• Can be present to conduct wedding rehearsals when necessary.• Work with Liturgy Team in preparing for the wedding day.• Serve as a witness of Jesus by accompanying and giving support to families.• Attends and participates in department and Church Staff Meetings.• Performs additional projects, duties and tasks as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:• Approved through Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) or VIRTUS.• Strong communication skills (verbal and written), bilingual (English/Spanish) highly preferred, to professionally communicate and represent the parish.• Strong organizational skills, detail oriented, a self-starter and list maker.• Proficiency in Microsoft software programs (Excel, Word, Publisher, Access) and basic internet knowledge.• Ability to handle multiple projects.• Understand the partnership of family and the parish community.• Familiarity with Principles of Catholic catechesis for couples considering the sacrament of marriage.• Active in the Roman Catholic faith and commitment to function in the manner consistent with the mission of the Roman Catholic Church.• Leads a full sacramental life.• Include awareness of ethnic and cultural sensitivity.• Works well in collaborating efforts and has teamwork mentality.• Promote and implement diocesan policies and guidelines regarding the sacrament of marriage and annulments.