GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: The Coordinator of Evangelization and Adult Formation zealously promotes the mission and vision of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Roman Catholic Church through evangelization and the propagation of the Catholic Faith; through the effectuation and coordination of formational and catechetical/intellectual ministries and events in various forms; as well as through the close accompaniment of both individual parishioners and the broader parish community along their journey of faith. Through the creation and development of new, and the enhancement of existing, ministerial/formational/catechetical programs and opportunities, this role assists in building up the Kingdom of God through the proclamation of the Gospel to all, both parishioners and non-parishioners alike. The Coordinator of Evangelization and Adult Formation serves directly under the Pastor and in collaboration with the Coordinator of Pastoral Ministry and Outreach and other members of the Pastoral Team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Ministry Facilitation and Effectuation
    • Collaborate with the Pastor and others to assess and evaluate the needs of the People of God at St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Parish and in Spring Hill and Hernando County.
    • Collaborate with the Pastor and others to evaluate and improve existing evangelization and adult faith formation ministries and programs.
    • Collaborate with the Pastor and others to create and develop new evangelization and adult faith formation initiatives and programs (e.g., ALPHA, Amazing Parish, Divine Renovation, etc.).
    • Assist and accompany Pastoral Team members and parishioners in the development, planning, promotion, and execution of ministerial initiatives or events.
  • Evangelization, Faith Formation, and Pastoral Accompaniment
    • Oversee the formation and preparation of adults seeking to receive the Sacraments of Initiation.
    • Oversee the formation and preparation of adults seeking to enter into Full Communion with the Catholic Church.
    • Assist and accompany adults seeking to deepen their understanding of the Catholic Faith.
  • Volunteer Recruitment and Accompaniment
    • Build relationships with and encourage parishioners, in collaboration with ministry leaders, to engage in parish life through ministerial service in evangelical and formational opportunities.
    • Train and direct volunteers for their ministerial service.
    • Promote volunteer/catechist involvement in the Diocesan Certification Program.
    • Assist with and empower parishioners to undertake ministerial activities which align with Parish mission and vision.
  • Administration and Organization
    • In collaboration and coordination with the Pastor and Pastoral Team, create and maintain calendar of Evangelization, adult Faith Formation, and Sacramental programs and events, with attentiveness to facilities scheduling.
    • Maintain an accurate database of all participants in Evangelization, adult Faith Formation, and Sacramental ministries and programs.
    • Maintain sacramental records for those in Evangelization, adult Faith Formation, and Sacramental programs.
  • Communication, Collaboration, and Miscellaneous
    • Respond to correspondence in a professional manner and timely fashion.
    • Collaborate with Pastor, Coordinator of Communications, and others to ensure proper and timely communication of pertinent and relevant information.
    • Communicate, as necessary, with those participating in ministries and programs.
    • Partake in Pastoral Team meetings, and other meetings as necessary, providing appropriate input, accurate assessments of programs and needs, and following through on any information obtained during the course thereof.
    • Participate in diocesan committees or training events related to one’s responsibilities.
    • Support and assist with Parish/Diocesan events as needed.
    • Assumes and/or performs additional related duties as requested and assigned by the Pastor and/or Parish Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

  • An active, practicing Catholic able to express personal knowledge of the Catholic Faith and commitment to Catholic ideals.
  • Must be courageous, self-motivated, and creative/innovative. Must be willing to take risks, be undaunted by difficulty or failure, and be willing and able to learn from mistakes and imperfections in the pursuit of Pastoral excellence.
  • Must have a solid, integrated grasp of the Catholic Faith—its teachings, traditions, and the way they are lived out—along with the ability to apply that understanding Pastorally in both everyday situations and more complex or theoretical ones, and be willing to seek guidance when necessary.
  • Must be familiar with the Church’s universal and local (national and diocesan) laws governing the Sacraments and be able to Pastorally apply those guidelines, whether the circumstances are straightforward or more complex/nuanced, and be willing to seek guidance when necessary.
  • Must have the desire and ability to continue one’s own education and formation in the Catholic Faith, both through the participation in formal programs as well as autodidactically.
  • Must possess dynamic and effective pedagogical skills, as well as the knowledge and utilization of the most effective pedagogical methods, especially in the utilization of media.
  • Must be willing and able to collaborate as part of the Pastoral Team and Parish Family.
  • Effective use of modern computing systems, including hardware and software, especially Microsoft Office.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
  • Effective oral, written, and listening communication abilities.
  • Ability to stay on one’s feet for long periods of time.
  • Ability to work without supervision.
  • Ability to communicate with and aid Pastoral Team and various Parish and non-parochial groups.
  • Professionally represent the Parish to outside businesses and organizations.
  • Ability to work with small groups and to supervise employees and/or volunteers in a positive working relationship.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Successfully pass a level II (FBI) criminal history background check and attend Safe Environment Training.
  • Comply with all policies of the Diocese of St. Petersburg and St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Parish, both in person and on social media/online.

To apply for this position please email a cover letter and resume to:

Fr. Alex Padilla, Pastor: frpadilla@stfrances.org and Arleen Babino, Coordinator of Pastoral Ministry: ababino@stfrances.org