Family & Catechesis Coordinator

Overview

St. Theresa Catholic Church — Family Life & Catechesis Coordinator. Leads parish-wide faith formation for children (K–8) and their families, including catechesis, sacrament preparation, and family-based formation. Recruits, trains, and supports volunteers while coordinating programs aligned with the liturgical year. Spearheads parish efforts in developing healthy and Christ-centered marriages within the community. Empowers parents to be the primary catechists to their children, with the understanding that the most effective formation in the faith happens quent weekend work, mainly Sunday mornings throughout the school year.

Description

Family Life & Catechesis Coordinator — St. Theresa Catholic Church

Leads parish-wide faith formation for children (K–8) and their families, including catechesis, sacrament preparation, and family-based formation. Recruits, trains, and supports volunteers while coordinating programs aligned with the liturgical year. Spearheads parish efforts in developing healthy and Christ-centered marriages within the community. Empowers parents to be the primary catechists to their children, with the understanding that the most effective formation in the faith happens quent weekend work, mainly Sunday mornings throughout the school year.

• Support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic ministry and the mission of St. Theresa Catholic Church in both professional and personal life.
• Act as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Continuously grow in ministry by participating in religious ceremonies, training sessions, and reflection activities as directed.
• Oversee weekly Sunday Catechesis morning sessions (K–8th).
  • Communicate weekly with catechists about updates and upcoming lessons.
  • Recruit, train, and retain catechists and volunteers; provide formation opportunities and ongoing support.
  • Monitor classrooms and volunteers during sessions.
  • Coordinate substitute coverage and step in to instruct when needed.
  • Communicate weekly with families via Flocknote and personally if attendance is low.
  • Plan additional gatherings throughout the year for families (e.g., Living Rosary).
• Coordinate new Marriage & Family Formation opportunities in the parish.
  • Work with the E&C Team to develop programs fostering healthy marriages within parish communities.
  • Co-Direct family formation opportunities with the Director of Ongoing Formation & Discipleship.
• Lead weekly Liturgy of the Word with Children program during 9:00am Mass (K–5th).
  • Communicate with teams weekly and share readings and liturgical season information.
  • Coordinate scheduling and substitute coverage; step in to instruct when needed.
• Oversee bi-monthly Family of Faith catechesis program on Wednesdays (1st–8th).
  • Lead hybrid “Family of Faith” program with two parish sessions per month; families work through lessons at home on off-weeks.
  • Plan monthly parent formation, student sessions, and community gatherings.
  • Provide guidance and resources to support family-led instruction and spiritual growth.
• Direct Sacrament Preparation program for elementary children (2nd Grade and up) receiving First Reconciliation and First Eucharist.
• Oversee preparation for First Reconciliation and First Eucharist for elementary students 2nd Grade and older.
• Communicate regularly with families and monitor progress through home-based activities; follow up with families needing additional support.
• Coordinate retreats for each sacrament and organize sacramental celebrations (including rehearsals).
• Provide pastoral care support to families pursuing the sacraments for children with learning disabilities or other special needs.
• Oversee Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, Level 1 (ages 3–5) and support the program as needed.
• Coordinate OCIA Adapted for Children with supplemental sessions for families as needed.
• Vacation Bible School (VBS).
  • Preplanning begins in January; full cycle includes planning, volunteer recruitment & training, and execution.
  • Coordinate logistics, supplies, communications, and volunteers.
  • Act as MC during the event and direct skits for daily gatherings.
  • Oversee pre-event decorating and post-event teardown.
• Parish School…