What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coordinator of Teen Faith Formation position at Catholic Diocese Of Fort Worth?
Job Description
Job Description
General Position Summary : The Coordinator of Teen Faith Formation provides primary leadership for designing and implementing comprehensive catechetical and evangelization programs for teens 6-12. This role fosters youth's spiritual, social, and moral development, working collaboratively with parents, parish staff, and volunteers to cultivate a vibrant teen faith community. The coordinator ensures that all programs align with the magisterial teachings of the Catholic Church and are rooted in the diocesan guidelines.
Principal Accountabilities :
Develop and Lead Formation Programs : As approved by the diocese, design and implement catechetical and evangelization programs for teens that focus on doctrine, liturgy and sacraments, moral life, and prayer. Prepare a yearly calendar for the Faith Formation Sessions and Activities.
Youth Catechesis : This position leads the planning, development, and execution of programs for parish teens, including catechetical components for youth catechumenate, candidate initiation, and sacramental preparation (e.g., Confirmation).
Parent Formation : Engages and forms parents to actively accompany their teens in their faith journey, emphasizing their role as primary educators of the faith.
Resource Curation : Provides updated reading and spiritual enrichment materials for teens and their families to support catechetical growth.
Social and Service Opportunities
Community Building : Plans and implements activities to foster peer relationships and a sense of community among parish teens.
Service Engagement : Develop service opportunities that encourage teens to engage with parish, diocesan, and broader community needs, fostering a sense of responsibility and social awareness.
Communication : Keeps teens, parents, and the parish informed about diocesan programs, retreats, and events. Actively manages social media accounts to engage with youth and families.
Leadership Development
Volunteer Recruitment and Training : Invites, trains, and mentors small group leaders, youth, and adult volunteers, ensuring they are equipped for their roles in catechesis and discipleship.
Leadership Formation : Empowers teens to take on leadership roles within youth ministry activities, fostering their growth as faith leaders.
Collaborate with the Parish Evangelist Team to plan and coordinate evangelization.
Work with the youth minister to coordinate RE / Youth ministry activities.
Administration
Establishes strong relationships with parents to ensure their active involvement and consent for activities.
Maintains accurate records of participants and leaders involved in youth programs.
Prepares and requests the annual budget for teen faith formation programs in collaboration with the Office Mgr.
Attends staff meetings &contributes to the parish Formation Council, sharing insights & updates on youth programs.
Engages in professional development through workshops, certifications, and diocesan training programs to enhance personal and program effectiveness.
Identifies emerging needs and adapts programs to address them effectively.
Connects with diocesan groups & professional associations to stay informed of best practices & resources.
Qualifications, Education, and Experience :
Active, practicing Catholic in good standing, with a strong understanding of and commitment to Church teachings.
BA in Theology / Religious Education or a related educational field and a certificate in ministry or theology from a Catholic institution of higher learning.
Proficiency in English; bilingual skills in Spanish are highly desirable.
Strong interpersonal skills, including active listening, crisis intervention, and group facilitation.
Proven organizational and communication skills (both oral and written).
Preferred : Certification in evangelization or catechesis working toward Catechetics Theology or related field.
Completion of the Diocesan Safe Environment program.
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