Youth and Family Minister

Job Description

St. Lucy Roman Catholic Church, in Middletown, RI, is praying for a part-time (or full time if there is an opportunity for you) Youth and Family Minister who will assist the pastor and staff in evangelization and catechesis of all ages. A special emphasis will be placed on coordinating volunteers, direct outreach to youth and adults, assisting in the rebuilding of our youth and young adult programs, and outreach to families. Duties include, but not be limited to organizing events or retreats to encourage community building, teaching faith formation classes and other educational programs, coordinating and training volunteers, and communicating with church staff about faith education needs.

The Minister will be strong in moral character and witness to the Christian Faith and be an organized and communicative leader, versed in social media and contemporary issues.

Duties may include:
• Outreach to local families and parishioners using social media and direct contacts
• Train and recruit volunteers for efficient implementation of church programs
• Provide assistance to families and individuals help them realize their individual goals
• Administer and plan programs
• Coordinate with parents of youth group members regarding their children's involvement and participation in the church
• Assist in faith formation program
• Participate and contribute to staff and parish meetings
• Train members on how to be future faith-filled leaders and set up programs to facilitate spiritual growth
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with various leaders in the community for purposes of swift outreach programs
• Be present to youth and families especially during Masse and services
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About the Employer

St. Lucy parish serves the Middletown RI area with many congregants from the surrounding communities and the Naval Station Newport Catholic families. We are a parish of about 1,000 families poised to begin a new evangelization and outreach to existing parishioners and new generations.