Campus Minister: Sacraments & Christian Initiation

Loyola Marymount University; Westchester (IL); On-site; USD 79,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyola Marymount University seeks a Campus Minister for Sacramental Life and Christian Initiation to oversee OCIA and sacramental preparation across the academic year.

The role serves as catechist, coordinates rites with Liturgy and Archdiocese connections, and supports baptismal and confirmation preparation for LMU students. Evening/weekend availability is expected in service to campus life.

Qualifications

• Typically a Master’s degree in theology, divinity, religious studies, or pastoral ministry, or equivalent experience in adult catechesis.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in catechesis, adult faith formation, parish ministry, or campus ministry.
• Practicing Roman Catholic in good standing.
• Working knowledge of the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults and its rites, Catholic marriage preparation, and sacramental norms.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults across its four periods from inquiry through sacraments.
• Serve as the catechist, design and deliver curriculum aligned with the lectionary and liturgical year.
• Accompany inquirers, catechumens, candidates; prepare sponsors and godparents.
• Prepare and coordinate initiation rites and liaise with Archdiocese for the Rite of Election.
• Prepare those baptized in other traditions for reception into full communion, Confirmation, and First Eucharist.
• Design and lead retreats and days of reflection for initiation journey.
• Coordinate wider sacramental life and opportunities for Reconciliation, baptisms, and pastoral care.
• Conduct marriage preparation with catechesis and canonical documentation.
• Serve as Campus Ministry liaison to Saint Anastasia Parish; maintain confidential sacramental records.
• Administer program budget and support outreach for sacramental opportunities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Public prayer leadership

Adult faith formation

Communication skills

Catholic liturgy knowledge

Microsoft Office

Education

Master’s degree in theology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Loyola Marymount University seeks a Campus Minister for Sacramental Life and Christian Initiation to oversee OCIA and sacramental preparation across the academic year.

The role serves as catechist, coordinates rites with Liturgy and Archdiocese connections, and supports baptismal and confirmation preparation for LMU students. Evening/weekend availability is expected in service to campus life.