Pastoral Associate - St. George Church - Tinley Park - Vic. V

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The Archdiocese of Chicago, the third largest in the United States, serves more than 2.2 million Catholics in 216 parishes in Cook County and Lake County, a geographic area of 1,411 square miles. The Archdiocese, pastored by Cardinal Blase J. Cupich, has more than 13,000 employees in its systems and ministries, including Catholic Charities, the region's largest nonprofit social service agency.

The Archdiocese also has one of the country's largest seminaries. The Archdiocese's 150+ elementary and secondary schools comprise one of the largest U.S. private school systems. Its schools have received 96 U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon Awards.

The Pastoral Associate at Saint George must be a person of faith, finding meaning and joy in a deep relationship with Jesus Christ and a desire to serve His People. The nature of the position demands personal presence and a generous heart. The job description is wide-ranging and fluid. Working closely with the pastor, clergy and other staff members, the Pastoral Associate will be in contact with parishioners at critical moments of their faith journey.

The Pastoral Associate is under the direct supervision of the Director of Life-Long Formation. Virtus compliance is mandatory.

Responsibilities:

Children's Faith Formation --- includes responsibility for all aspects of Children's Faith Formation, including recruiting and forming catechists, organizing class schedules, supervising enrollment, tuition collection and related issues; clear and regular communication with families; making sure sacramental records are up-to-date; offering sessions for family members of the students; ordering supplies.

Liturgy Coordinator --- establish, educate and organize a group of parishioners to create meaningful liturgical celebrations, including Sunday Masses, parish reconciliation services, etc. This work is done in cooperation with the priests, deacons and Director of Music. Regular contact with ministry coordinators (e.g., Lectors, Eucharistic Ministers, Agape Ministers) and richer formation of the Art and Environment Team are required. Familiarity with Liturgical Norms is essential.

Bereavement Ministry ---supervise the group to bring comfort and assistance to those recovering from the loss of a loved one. This includes regular scheduled meetings.

Care-givers Support Group --- supervise the group to offer support to home care-givers. This could include in-person and Zoom meetings.

Participation and Presence at major parish events

QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience and Understanding of Catholic Faith:

• Be a practicing Catholic, with previous experience in a parish faith formation program

• Have a strong commitment to the Catholic faith and the desire to spread the faith

• Have a clear understanding of Children's Faith Formation approach including methodologies, strategies, and the like

• Familiarity with Church documents and teachings in the area of faith formation and a comprehensive understanding of the nature of evangelization

Communication and Leadership

• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills

• Ability to collaborate with clergy, staff, and other parish leaders and volunteers

• Possess a willingness to share one's own faith journey

• Ability to be a good and compassionate leader, and maintain healthy relationships with people of all ages maintaining boundaries when necessary

Technology and Organization

• Familiarity with technology especially as it can be used in catechesis, faith formation, or evangelization

• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, collaborative, and organized

• Ability to deal with multiple projects simultaneously

Available to work evenings and weekends as the ministry might require

Education and Knowledge:

• Previous experience directing some component of a Children's Faith Formation program

• Ability to apply knowledge of stages of human development and faith formation best practices.

The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information about our benefit programs is available here.

This position has an annualized salary range of $48,000.00 - $58,000.00. An employee's pay within the salary range will be based on many factors including but not limited to: relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.

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