Program Director- Relationship Culture Team Leader

The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area.  Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

Job Summary

The Catholic parishes of Our Lady of Lourdes and St. Francis Borgia in Washington, MO, are committed to bringing the fullness of the Gospel to our parishioners and community. We collaborate with the Holy Spirit to foster deep faith in Jesus Christ, following our Lord's Great Commission to make disciples of all nations by renewing Christian relationships, marriage, and family life.

We are seeking a part-time Program Director to lead the implementation of our Data-Informed, Full-Circle Relationship Ministry®—an innovative ministry and evangelization strategy designed to provide vision, community, and skills for single, engaged, and married individuals. The Program Director will lead the Relationship Culture Team (RCT), which is responsible for executing this initiative. The RCT’s mission is to invite, disciple, and accompany members of our parish and community through outreach and ongoing engagements, guiding them on their growth journeys where relationship skills content is delivered, and lives are transformed.

The Program Director will also serve as the liaison with our ministry partner, Community, leveraging their resources and services for evangelization. In collaboration with the Church Strategist, the Program Director will help bring the pastor’s vision to life and ensure the continual development of a strong marriage culture within the parish. Additionally, the Director will oversee the execution of ministry activities outlined in the parish’s Mission Plan.

As the point person for the ministry, the Program Director will coordinate all aspects of the ministry, maintain regular communication with the Church Strategist, and ensure the successful execution of all initiatives.

Job Responsibilities

Organize and ensure the successful execution of regular mobile surveys for Sunday Mass attendees.

Cultivate a culture of evangelization that supports the parish’s transition from a “maintenance” to a “mission” mindset.

Lead efforts to mobilize volunteers for the execution of the Ministry Engagement Ladder® by organizing 2-3 Outreach Events per parish annually.

Plan and execute 6-8 Ongoing Engagements and 2-3 Growth Journey tracks per year in collaboration with the Relationship Culture Teams.

Organize and host regular Relationship Culture Team meetings (at least monthly) to analyze, plan, and review ministry activities and events.

Host or co-host ministry experiences with parish staff and other partners involved in the apostolate.

Track and analyze ministry data to ensure the Relationship Culture Team is on target to achieve Mission Outcomes and Activities. Adjust strategy as necessary by inputting event registrants / attendees and tracking the progress of new and existing members / guests along the engagement ladder.

Develop and manage internal promotion of ministry activities (including email, Facebook posts, and announcements) and collaborate with the Communio Church Strategist to execute multi-channel outreach campaigns to invite the community to participate.

Recruit and train new volunteers, fostering a sustainable ministry through division of labor—roles such as hospitality, event logistics, childcare, relationship skills, Growth Journey leadership, and more.

Serve as the primary liaison to the community.

Attend monthly meetings with the Community Implementer.

Others as assigned

Job Requirements

Computer competency

• Experience in outreach and discipleship. Skills & Attitudes Required for Success in Job
• Successful Applicants will complete a “Culture Index Survey” to assess the cultural fit. The survey takes eight to ten minutes.
• A practicing Catholic dedicated to the Great Commission of making disciples of all nations.
• Passion for God’s gift of marriage and the power of healthy relationships.
• Connected to the parish communities.
• The desire to meet new people and attract them into the life of the parishes.
• An ability to benchmark and track ministry activity as laid out in the mission plan.
• Aligned to support the pastor’s vision for evangelization through relationship and marital renewal.
• Highly organized and self-driven with a zeal for mission.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and workflows at once.
• High degree of professionalism.
• Customer service skills / friendly demeanor.
• Desire to share the Gospel and draw souls closer to Christ through the sacramental life of the Church.
• Ability to lead and motivate others and delegate effectively.
• Data Entry Relationships Requirements Must work with Pastors, the Community Church Consultant, and Relationship Culture Teams.
• Ability to delegate.
• Not be afraid to offer feedback and delegate as well as receive feedback with a desire to improve.
• Highly organized.
• Good communicator.
• Quick problem solver with capacity to project manage Resources for Which Accountable
• Both parishes' Misison Plan
• Ministry data.

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.

Pre-Employment Screening

All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure / certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.