Synopsis of Job Functions
- Implements a coherent and unified curriculum and catechetical programming to
enhance the catechesis of the parish community.
- Establishes a unified vision of catechesis for the entire parish—not merely one
individual program.
- Trains catechists and other ministerial volunteers thus providing a very cost effective
approach to ongoing training and formation within the parish.
- Develops goals, objectives, and implements strategies for a comprehensive faith
formation program that serves Pre-K through adults including preparation for
sacraments.
-In conjunction with the Pastor, the Faith Formation team, and the Faith Formation
Advisory Board develops, directs and oversees various faith formation programs that
support a lifelong deepening of the Catholic faith for all parishioners consistent with
the Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC), National Directory for Catechesis (NDC),
diocesan guidelines, and parish needs.
- Responsible for the recruitment and training of volunteers/catechists to conduct the
parish’s catechetical programs.
- In collaboration with the parish business office, assures volunteers/catechists receive
mandatory training and establishes and implements appropriate training programs
for catechists to receive required certification courses.
- Manages the Faith Formation team and works with them on the development of a
yearly schedule for all Faith Formation programs.
-Responsible for administrative functions such maintenance of all sacramental records
and program registrations and evaluations.
- Evaluates Faith Formation programs and makes recommendations to the Pastor.
- Researches available materials and provides necessary primary and supplemental
materials for all programs and processes.
- Promotes programs and provides material for the parish bulletin, weekly updates,
and other media.
- Provides support to the formation team for training, resources, and programs.
-Keeps current in developments/changes with Diocesan policies as they relate to
formation and sacramental practices.
- Acts as a resource person for the Faith Formation team, staff, and parish community.
-Prepares annual Faith Formation budget for review by the Finance Council and
oversee expenditures.
-Attends and participates in staff meetings; attends and facilitates monthly Faith
Formation Advisory Board meetings; attends quarterly region meetings convened by
the Diocesan Office of Catechetical Ministry; attends appropriate workshops and
Professional Development Days.

Additional Job Functions
Performs any other job-related duties as necessary for the smooth flow of work in the
department and/or as assigned by the Pastor.