Coordinator of Youth Ministry: Holy Trinity

Parish Summary

The Avon Catholic Community comprises two parishes, St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception and Holy Trinity. Both parishes are located in Avon, Ohio, a suburban community on the west side of the Diocese of Cleveland, serving approximately 3,000 families.

Position Summary

The Coordinator of Youth Ministry will minister to the youth of the community (high school-aged, junior high school-aged [grades 6–8], and young adults) through vibrant, comprehensive Catholic youth ministry. The goal is to lead teens closer to Christ and form missionary disciples. This individual will serve as a collaborative member of the parish team.

Position Responsibilities

• Partner with the Director of Youth Ministry to plan and facilitate a semester calendar, weekly content, and extra events (retreats, summer conferences, diocesan events, off-site events, etc.).
• Reach out to youth and families to invite them to a personal encounter with Christ, walking with them on their faith journey.
• Form and equip a core team to assist with youth ministry events.
• Maintain a consistent presence at Holy Trinity and St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Schools, fostering relational ministry with 6th–8th grade students.
• Support the Confirmation Preparation Process, including chaperoning the 8th grade Damascus Confirmation retreat.
• Communicate with families and parishioners through Flocknote emails, social media posts, bulletin flyers, and other communication methods.
• Collaborate with the Director of Evangelization on the Bosco/Drexel Summer Mission, VBS, special projects, outreach, and youth engagement.
• Actively collaborate with local parishes and the Diocese of Cleveland Youth Ministry Office, maintaining best practices and utilizing available resources.
• Develop youth leadership and engage youth in diocesan and national events and pilgrimages.
• Maintain a personal relationship with Christ through regular prayer, Mass attendance, spiritual direction, and other spiritual practices.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Faithful, passionate Catholic disciple and role model who recognizes their own need for growth and identity as a child of God first and a minister second.
• Solid understanding of the teachings and theology of the Roman Catholic Church.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; creative problem solver; enthusiastic collaborator; able to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Ability to discern the needs of a parish community and implement creative solutions.
• Understanding of the discipleship process and willingness to accompany teens in it.
• Ability to interact effectively with youth, parents, staff, and parishioners.
• Strong verbal, written, and social media communication skills; experience with audio/visual technology.
• Understanding of and adherence to all Diocesan Safe Environment standards.
• Personal qualities include being joyful, playful, self-motivated, empathetic, vibrant, energetic, enthusiastic, driven, aspiring, bold, positive, persistent, dedicated, and dependable.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Theology or a related field.

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