Director of Evangelization

Job Description

St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church in Arvada, Colorado is seeking a Full-Time Director of Evangelization to lead parish-wide faith formation and evangelization efforts. The need at present allows for a collaborative approach to the works of Evangelization and Catechesis for the unevangelized, uncatechized, and uninspired of the surrounding area of West Arvada. Our hope as a parish is to see a collaborator come on board who would be able to mobilize our parishioners in the collective work of the universal mission of reaching their brothers and sisters for Christ. By creating opportunities wherein families, individuals, the unbaptized, the uncatechized could grow in their baptismal call the Director of Evangelization will aid in the sanctifying and teaching roles of the priestly office - a responsibility that is imposed at ordination upon priests but is shared by the baptismal call to make disciples for Christ and the Church. Having seen improvements in faith formation and youth ministry in recent years, the Director of Evangelization would collaborate with those offices in allowing their own gifting and mission to create a synergy wherein families could be served from the parents to the children with overlap and collaboration occurring with shared vision and objectives. The Director of Evangelization would not have oversight of these mission fields but would participate in ongoing strategic endeavors to reach more adults and parents to draw them deeper into the mission of the parish community.

Vision - why we exist as a parish

Saint Joan of Arc Parish exists to Lead Souls, Through Love or Battle, to Christ the True King

• Our core values as a parish are:
1. Eucharistic
2. Hearers of the WORD
3. Courageous Generosity

• Our aspirational values as a parish are:
1. Disciples grow to Spiritual Maturity
2. Fervent Evangelical Warriors
3. Generational Faith

It is our hope that the future Director of Evangelization will see the work that has been done and the culture that has been established and long for the fulfillment and attainment of what we believe is our call as a parish community. This past year was one of a general focus around Spiritual Maturity, with this coming year being focused on our parish stretching toward the second aspirational goal of Fervent Evangelical Warriors. It is our manifest hope that having been formed in the Gospel narrative and challenged to bear fruit in fervor, zeal, and hope that in time we will see Generational Fatih. This is not a three-year program but an intentional move toward the kind of parish we believe that this parish will become with the help of God.

MAJOR RESPONSIBLIITIES:

~ Know Jesus: Discovery
• Take lead responsibility for designing and coordinating parish events focusing on pre-evangelization of people marginally affiliated or even unconnected with the parish.
• These events will provide participants with positive experiences of the parish; help foster new relationships and point to further engagement.

~ Love Jesus: Catechesis and Evangelization
• Inspire and equip parishioners and parish groups to intentionally share the Gospel with others and invite them into the path of discipleship.
• This includes training them in personal testimony, relational ministry, sharing a personal faith in Jesus Christ, and knowledge of the Kerygma.
• Directly reach out to non-parishioners in the local community and invite them to relationship with Jesus Christ and participate in the Catholic faith at the parish.

~ Follow Jesus: Discipleship
• Coordinate with Pastor to evangelize adults and parents with the Gospel truths and provide suitable discipleship formation, attentive to the level of conversion or maturity of discipleship they have reached.
• This formation is reinforced through sharing actual practices and relevant examples.
• The ultimate aims are to lead adult parishioners to a living relationship with Jesus Christ and a commitment to His Church.
• Build relationships with parents through an incarnational evangelization beyond programmatic settings and facilitate the formation of friendships among parents.
• Identify, train, and mentor lay leaders to guide small group studies and develop relationships among participants.
• Research and observe family life with attention to the secular influences and obstacles that prohibit commitment to our faith.
• Participate with Pastor and Leadership Team to report on the status of evangelization and catechetical efforts for adults and to receive constructive input on ministry strategy and results.

Here's the file "SJA Director of Evangelization FINAL.pdf" for you to view.
https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:us:31c4fdb0-2cfc-4a59-a151-51a3ba271e25

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
~ Undergraduate, or Graduate degree in theological studies, ministry, religious education, or equivalent
~ 3 to 5 years of experience in evangelization and/or catechetical leadership
~ Must possess a valid CO driver's license (Motor Vehicle Record check required for driving)
~ Background and credit screening required
~ Completion of required Archdiocesan Safe Environment Training (Child Protection and Code of Conduct certifications)
~ Dedication to ongoing personal and spiritual growth and continued education

COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS:
~ Must be in the communion of the Catholic Church and intentionally living out the five precepts of the Church (CCC 2041-2043)
~ Must refrain from promotion of, or the living out of, any conduct or lifestyle that would reflect discredit or disgrace on, or cause scandal in relationship to, the Archdiocese of Denver, or considered to be in contradiction with Catholic doctrine or morals
~ A dynamic leader who can interact with a variety of personalities, communicate vision and expectations effectively, and is enthusiastic about helping families embrace their mission as a domestic Church
~ Excellent people skills and aptitude to engage people in social settings
~ A keen pastoral awareness of the other person and the ability to confidently engage and cultivate relationships with people in the post-Christendom age
~ Strong organizational skills and experience establishing effective communications with the generationally diverse groups being served
~ Capacity to work effectively and contribute positively within a team environment

Great Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage options
Teladoc Services
Alternative Care coverage options for Chiropractic/Acupuncture/Spiritual Care/Massage Therapy/Naturopathy
Natural Family Planning up to $500 per year for education, supplies, and materials
Maternity Management Program Guidance and educational materials
Generous Paid Sick & Vacation Leave + 15 Paid Holidays
Retirement Plan/403(b): Annual Employer Contribution of 6% of salary to retirement plan plus employee deferrals
Employer-Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Catholic Biblical School: Free and discount courses.

Expected start date: 7/1/2025

Please email completed application, cover letter & resume to:
mary@stjoanarvada.org

or physically mail required documents to:
St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church
ATTN: Human Resources
12735 W 58th Ave.
Arvada, CO 80002

Salary Description
$85,000 - $95,000 per year

About the Employer

St. Joan of Arc is a Roman Catholic Church located in West Arvada. Our faithful community of close to 2,500 families offers opportunities for engagement and spiritual growth through the various ministries and programs that have been established as well as solid teaching and practice of the sacraments. The staff includes three (3) priests, three (3) deacons, and a staff of over fifteen (15) people given to the works of the parish community.

PARISH MISSION STATEMENT
"St. Joan of Arc Parish exists to lead souls, through love or battle, to Christ the True King."