DIRECTOR OF PARISH CATECHESIS

Our Lady Queen of Peace in Grafton seeks a full-time Director of Parish Catechesis for the parish’s faith formation programs. The Parish Catechetical Director would be responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of faith formation programs of the parish. These programs include children/youth programs as well as adults and families.

Qualifications: • Bachelor’s Degree (preferred) or equivalent experience in Education/Religious Formation. • Be a Catholic in good standing who fosters education in accord with the teaching and practice of the Church. • Excellent communication/organization skills.

Duties: • Provide program and curriculum design for catechesis at all levels. Programs include (but not limited to): o PSR o Sacrament preparation (First Reconciliation, Communion, Confirmation) o RCIA o Ongoing Adult Faith Formation • Recruit, train and direct program volunteers. • Develop an annual calendar of events/meetings supporting the catechetical programs. • Develop and monitor the catechetical budget. • Maintain parish records as may be required by Diocesan policy or the Pastor. • Attend pastoral council meetings and other meetings as required. • Assist and collaborate with the Pastor and parish staff members to foster community through various parish events. • Other duties as may be required by the Pastor.

For more information and/or to apply for this position please contact Fr. John Seabold at frjohn@olqpgrafton.org by June 30th.