Director of Discipleship Ministry

Diocese of Lansing; Howell (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph Parish in Howell, MI seeks a Director of Discipleship Ministry to lead and develop lay leaders across OCIA, Faith Formation, Evangelization, and Adult Formation. This full-time exempt role reports to the Pastor and supervises staff and volunteers to guide parish ministries.

The position emphasizes forming leaders, organizing programs, coordinating with the Parish Leadership Team, and implementing safe environment standards while exploring future paid roles in Youth Ministry.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in discipling others.
• Strong leadership and team-building abilities.
• Experience working in parish ministry and religious formation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop lay leaders to guide parish ministries (OCIA, Faith Formation, Evangelization, Adult Formation).
• Serve as a member of the Parish Leadership Team and supervise parish volunteers and the Coordinator of Religious Formation.
• Collaborate with staff to connect with parishioners via weekly bulletin, parish website, Mass announcements and other media.
• Develop programs, resources and tools to support ministry leaders and parish activities.
• Explore options for a paid Youth Ministry position reporting to the Director of Discipleship Ministry.
• Ensure safe environment standards are met and participate in ongoing formation and retreats.

Skills

Discipleship

Leadership

Parish ministry

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Catholic Theology or related field

Job description

Position:Director of Discipleship Ministry

Location: Howell, MI

Job Id:2531

# of Openings:1

St. Joseph Parish in Howell is seeking a Director of Discipleship Ministry. This is a full-time exempt position that reports to the Pastor and will supervise the Coordinator of Religious Formation and Parish Volunteers.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

The core function of this role is to be a leader of leaders. The Director of Discipleship’s main mission is to raise up, form, and manage lay leaders to guide the ministries of the parish.

General Responsibilities

• Will serve as a member of the Parish Leadership Team
• Directs and manages the Coordinator of Religious Formation within the Faith Formation Team
• Collaborate with the Director of Communication to connect with parishioners through the weekly bulletin, parish website, announcements at Mass, and other media
• Collaborate with the Business Manager to manage and maintain a budget for OCIA, Faith Formation, Evangelization, Youth Ministry, Sacramental Prep, and the Marriage Catechumenate
• Select and develop appropriate programs, resources and tools to support the leaders and ministries (OCIA, Faith Formation, Evangelization, etc.) of the parish
• Exploring future options to develop a paid Youth Ministry position that would report to the Director of Discipleship Ministry
• Continue one’s own education and spiritual development through personal retreats, seminars, or other means
• Collaborate with parish staff in ministerial efforts, including attending staff meetings
• Select, coordinate, and form volunteer leaders of specific sacramental ministries such as marriage catechumenate, infant baptism, OCIA, and Adult Formation
• Develop appropriate metrics to assess and guide parish leaders for the success of their parish programs and ministries
• To assure all safe environment standards are met
• Be familiar with Bishop Boyea’s pastoral letter, “Go and Announce the Gospel of the Lord” and be prepared to implement its content
• Equip parishioners as the main missioners of St. Joseph parish to share the faith within their families, homes, and community
• Be aware of evangelization and outreach opportunities in the surrounding parishes and help connect parishioners to these opportunities when appropriate

Adult Formation Responsibilities

• Implement and support various Encounter opportunities throughout the year for St. Joseph parish
• Foster opportunities for parishioners to join small Discipleship groups and provide support to the leaders of existing small groups.
• Implement and support the leaders of on-going Adult Faith Formation opportunities
• Support and grow prayer groups within the parish
• Attend Regional and Diocesan Adult Formation/Evangelization meetings
• Evaluate, select and implement a process to encourage people to serve others according to their gifts, with the aim of parish leaders running this ministry.
• Attend regional and diocesan meetings, conventions, and workshops concerning religious formation

OCIA Responsibilities

• Welcomes and encourages interested inquirers at any time with a well-developed year-round ministry
• Provide formation and direction for OCIA catechists and team members
• Teach several OCIA classes during the year
• Recruit members for OCIA team and provide leadership and direction to that team
• Coordinate with OCIA leadership and the Director of Liturgy for the liturgical rites within the OCIA process.
• Ensure proper completion and archival of all sacramental records
• Attend Diocesan Regional OCIA meetings

Requirements

• Must be a practicing Catholic faithful to the magisterium of the Catholic Church
• Be a Spirit-filled disciple of Jesus Christ
• Have substantial experience in discipling others
• Be committed to growing in holiness through daily prayer and interior conversion
• Seek growth in the gifts of the Holy Spirit
• Be a team player who is approachable, affable and joyful
• Have a bachelor's degree in Catholic Theological Studies, Ministry, Religious Education or equivalent
• Have a minimum of two years of ministry experience
• Be comfortable giving presentations to groups
• Pass a background check and attend local training for the protection of children and youth
• Employee is expected to work onsite and offsite when needed. Some weekend and evening work will be required
• Physical demands include walking, standing, sitting, stooping, and occasionally lifting boxes or bags that weigh up to 40 pounds

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work of the position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

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