Description
DIRECTOR OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION AND YOUTH MINISTRY, COLLABORATIVE OF MOST PRECIOUS BLOOD & ST. THERESA’S CATHOLIC PARISHES
DOVER/SHERBORN, MASSACHUSETTS
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position: Director of Religious Education and Youth Ministry
Grades 6-12
Reports to: Pastor
Full Time – 10 Months – Sept. – June (July and August Off)
Position Summary
The Director of Religious Education and Youth Ministry is responsible for all aspects of the Religious Education/Youth Ministry programs for grades 6 through 12 at St. Theresa and Most Precious Blood Parishes, under the direction of the Pastor.
General Responsibilities
• Collaborate with pastor and parish staff in the mission of the parishes and the work of evangelization.
• Plan and direct grade 6-12 religious education and youth ministry programs, in collaboration with the coordinators of religious education 1-5 and within the context of the parish faith formation program.
• Responsible for directing and supervising parish religious education programs including curriculum development and the selection of texts and materials.
• Leads and develops leadership skills among staff to create and administer the religious education programs.
• Responsible for the recruitment, selection and training of Catechists and other volunteer staff working within the Religious Education program.
• Conduct parent meetings to present the RE/YM program and develop the partnership between families and the parishes in faith formation.
• Invite, motivate, and direct volunteers to support the religious education and youth ministry programs as catechists, facilitators, chaperones, etc.
• Select and purchase texts and materials for the RE program, based on Archdiocesean and USCCB guidelines and relevant church documents, and instruct catechists and facilitators in their use.
• Maintain all required records for students, families, and volunteers.
• Supports the Archdiocese of Boston by maintaining policies and programs, and by attending workshops, seminars and meetings, as requested
• Maintain professional updating through research, classes, workshops, reading, and contact with peers.
• Attends and participates in Parish staff meetings.
• Plans, directs and implements the celebration of the Sacraments of Confirmation, including rehearsal and Confirmation Interviews.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required or assigned by the Pastor.
Qualifications:
Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Membership and active participation in a Roman Catholic Church required.
• Knowledge of principles of organization, administration, budget and personnel management.
• Knowledge of group dynamics and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse individuals and groups.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with staff, parishioners and the public.
• Ability to make independent and good judgment decisions within the established policies and procedures of the Roman Catholic Church, Archdiocese of Boston.
• Ability to exhibit dependable and reliable work habits.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Application.
Experience:
At least two years experience in parish faith formation programs and pastoral ministry; computer, internet, and social media skills
Education:
Recommended M.A. in Religious Education, Theology, Scripture, Liturgical Studies or a related field.
To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to Anne Mangini at mpbdover@mpb-stp.org.
About Parish / School / Organization Name
Established in 1960 through the efforts of a small, highly dedicated group of people, Most Precious Blood Parish is the home of the Catholic community in Dover, Massachusetts. Father John Grimes became the seventh pastor in July 2001. In 2010 the collaborative mission of Most Precious Blood Parish and Saint Theresa Parish began when Father Grimes was named pastor of both parishes. The new collaborative began sharing not only the pastor, but staff and programs as well to better serve both parishes. Upon Father Grimes’ retirement in 2020, the collaborative welcomed Father Robert J. Blaney as its new pastor.
Saint Theresa Parish, home to the Catholic community in Sherborn, Massachusetts was established as the Saint Theresa Mission in 1924 to serve the Catholic families of Sherborn. The mission became Saint Theresa Parish in 1945, and now serves about 380 families from Sherborn and the surrounding communities of Natick, Ashland, Holliston, Medfield and Millis. The original church, the former town “almshouse,” was replaced by the Church – Parish Center – Rectory complex in 1993. In 2010 Father John Grimes, pastor of Most Precious Blood in neighboring Dover, was named pastor of Saint Theresa Parish and began the collaborative mission of the two parishes. In 2020 the collaborative welcomed Father Robert J. Blaney as its new pastor. Besides sharing a pastor, the two parishes share staff and programs, and together serve the Catholic communities of Sherborn and Dover.