Marriage Prep Mentor Couple

Job Description

About Agape Catholic Ministries

Agape Catholic Ministries is dedicated to building strong Christ-centered marriages and families through authentic Catholic formation and evangelization. We are seeking faithful Catholic married couples to serve as Mentor Couples, accompanying engaged couples as they prepare for the Sacrament of Matrimony through our online marriage preparation programs.

Position Summary:

Agape Catholic Ministries is seeking married Catholic couples who are passionate about sharing the beauty of marriage and the Catholic faith with engaged couples. As a Mentor Couple, you will walk alongside couples preparing for marriage, helping them deepen their relationship with Christ, strengthen their relationship with one another, and better understand the Church's vision for sacramental marriage.

This ministry is more than a teaching role. Mentor Couples accompany engaged couples through meaningful discussions, provide personalized feedback, answer questions, and share practical wisdom from their own marriage experience. Through encouragement, guidance, and faithful witness, Mentor Couples help couples prepare not only for their wedding day but for a lifetime of marriage.

THIS IS NOT A FULL-TIME or PART-TIME POSITION. It is based on the mentor's availability. It may average 5-10 hours/week.

Responsibilities:

Build relationships of trust with assigned engaged couples.
Review submitted coursework and provide thoughtful, personalized feedback.
Help engaged couples understand the teachings of the Catholic Church regarding marriage, sexuality, family life, and the Sacrament of Matrimony.
Encourage meaningful discussion and reflection between each engaged couple.
Answer questions and provide guidance throughout the marriage preparation process.
Share appropriate personal experiences that help illustrate the realities and joys of Catholic marriage.
Maintain timely communication and respond to submitted assignments within established turnaround expectations.
Work closely with the Instructor Coordinator and ministry staff.
Participate in periodic training opportunities and mentor meetings.
Uphold Agape Catholic Ministries' mission and standards in all interactions with couples.

Qualifications Required:

Husband and wife who are active, practicing Catholics in good standing with the Church.
Strong commitment to the teachings of the Catholic Church.
Married for at least five years.
Both spouses have been Catholic for at least five years.
Current or previous experience using Natural Family Planning.
Agreement with Church teaching regarding marriage, sexuality, openness to life, and family life.
Excellent written communication skills.
Compassionate and encouraging approach to mentoring.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
Preferred
Familiarity with Saint John Paul II's Theology of the Body.
Experience in marriage ministry, parish leadership, catechesis, mentoring, or faith formation.
Bilingual in English and Spanish. (not required, but helpful)
Previous experience coaching, teaching, mentoring, or facilitating discussions.

Training:

Comprehensive training is provided before couples begin mentoring.
Both husband and wife participate in the training process.
Training is completed remotely and typically takes 3-4 weeks.
Ongoing support is provided by the Mentor Manager and Agape staff.
Mentor Couples receive guidance, resources, and continuing formation opportunities throughout their service.

Work Environment:

This is a remote, work-from-home independent contractor position that offers flexible scheduling. Mentor Couples complete their responsibilities online and communicate with engaged couples through the Agape platform. Reliable internet access, basic computer proficiency, and the ability to maintain consistent communication are required.

Ideal Mentor Couple

The ideal Mentor Couple loves the Catholic faith, values the Sacrament of Matrimony, and feels called to accompany engaged couples during this important time in their lives. They are compassionate listeners, effective communicators, dependable in their commitments, and eager to share how Christ has worked in their own marriage.

Our Mission

By serving as a Mentor Couple, you will help engaged couples encounter Christ, embrace the Church's teachings, and build a strong foundation for a lifelong sacramental marriage.

About the Employer

Advancing the Civilization of Life through new evangelization rooted in Theology of the Body and Humanae Vitae, one family at a time.

Agape love is Christ's self-giving love: "No one has greater love than this, to lay down one's life for one's friends." John 15:13

Agape Catholic Ministries promotes this selfless love among families through the different ministries offered: marriage preparation, baptismal preparation, Quinceaneras preparation, and marriage enrichment.
The logo represents a monstrance made of two wedding rings to symbolize the Eucharistic Agape love. Below the monstrance, the flames/leaves symbolize the fire of the Spirit and the fruitfulness of the family.