Faith Formation Coordinator

Archdiocese Of Galveston Houston -
Texas

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Job Details

Full-time
14 days ago

Qualifications

English
Bachelor's degree

Full Job Description

St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church in Huffman, Texas is a growing parish. In addition to
experiencing the realities of expanding urban development, having gone from 200 to 400 families
in less than 2 years, we are seeing a beautiful revitalization within the parish. During this time,
we have welcomed a new pastor, and our community is experiencing an ever-deepening encounter
with Jesus and the glorious traditions of His Church. To maintain and promote this momentum,
we are seeking a dedicated and mission-driven Faith Formation Coordinator to oversee faith
formation by working closely with the Pastor, his great staff, and generous volunteers, fostering a
culture of evangelization and discipleship rooted in the teachings and traditions of the Catholic
Church. We are looking for someone creative, dynamic, and willing to grow with us.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: other duties may be assigned.

The Faith Formation Coordinator works to support the Pastor’s goals for religious education and
spiritual formation in the parish. This role assists in implementing programs that promote a deeper
understanding and practice of the Catholic Faith in alignment with the teachings of the Church and
the guidelines of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. The Coordinator provides administrative,
logistical, and volunteer support for formation programs across all age groups, including
sacramental preparation, the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA), and adult faith
formation. This full-time, benefits-eligible position requires a minimum of forty hours per week
and may include some evening or weekend work. The Faith Formation Coordinator must be a
practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church.

Program Leadership and Evangelization – Collaborating with the Pastor
• Oversee and develop parish faith formation programs, including:

o Adult Faith Formation
o Children’s Faith Formation (with the help of 2 volunteer coordinators)
o Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, First Communion, Confirmation)
o Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA)

Collaborate with parish staff and leadership to implement a vision for evangelization that

encourages intentional discipleship and leads parishioners toward holiness.

Recruit, train, and support volunteers serving in formation ministries.
Organize retreats, workshops, and events that encourage authentic Catholic culture and

support the spiritual development of parishioners.

Program and Administrative Support

Assist with registration for CCE, sacramental preparation, and adult faith formation using

parish management tools, e.g. Flocknote.

Communicate with volunteers and families through email, messaging platforms, and

shared calendars; monitor attendance and follow up as needed.

Recruit and onboard catechists and other volunteers; schedule training sessions and verify

Child and Youth Protection compliance with the Safe Environment Coordinator.

Organize appreciation and recognition for catechists and volunteers.
Respond to inquiries by phone, email, and in person regarding formation programs.
Use Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace for documentation and collaboration.
Support virtual meetings or webinars for training or parent sessions using Zoom, Teams,

or similar platforms.

Assist with planning parent meetings and retreats for Baptism, First Communion, and

Confirmation.

Support budget tracking and supply ordering using spreadsheets and accounting software.

Areas of Collaboration with Staff or Volunteer Groups

Maintain and update sacramental records and participant databases.
Create flyers, newsletters, and announcements using tools such as Canva, Microsoft

Publisher, or Google Slides.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must be a practicing Catholic in good standing, with a deep love for the faith and a
zeal for evangelization. Prior ministry experience in faith formation and/or missionary-style
evangelization is preferred. Strong understanding of Catholic doctrine, disciplines, and tradition
is expected. Moreover, there must be an excitement and love of holy study and learning.

Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Theology or Catechetics, with prior experience in parish
ministry. FTCM certification or equivalent is required. A Master’s Degree is welcomed, though
not necessary.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Fluency in English both oral and written required; Spanish proficiency is a plus.
Ability to work collaboratively with clergy, staff, and volunteers.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
Proficiency with workplace software, and possessing technological savvy.
Familiarity with digital communication tools and social media platforms.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

If you have a heart for evangelization and a desire to help others grow in their faith, we invite
you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Suitable applicants may submit a resume, cover letter, and a minimum salary expectation to:
[email protected] and [email protected] with Faith Formation Coordinator on the subject
line.

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