Coordinator of Faith Formation and Youth Ministry

Job Description

Job Posting: Coordinator of Faith Formation & Youth Ministry
St. Michael Catholic Church - Charlestown, IN
Full-Time, Exempt
St. Michael Catholic Church is seeking a mission-driven Coordinator of Faith Formation & Youth Ministry (CFFYM) to lead and support lifelong faith formation for children, youth, and adults. This full-time ministry role works closely with the Pastor and parish staff to cultivate a vibrant, Christ-centered parish community through religious education, sacramental preparation, youth ministry, and adult formation programs.
Position Overview
The CFFYM plans, implements, and oversees all parish faith formation initiatives, including:
Adult Faith Formation programs
Children's Ministry (PreK-Grade 5)
Parish Religious Education Program (Grades 1-5)
Middle/High School Youth Ministry
Sacramental preparation for First Reconciliation, First Communion, Confirmation, and OCIA/OCIC
Coordination, training, and support of volunteers
Compliance with all Archdiocese of Indianapolis Safe Parish and youth ministry guidelines
This role includes curriculum selection, catechist development, program scheduling, communication with families, coordination with parish ministries, and participation in parish staff activities, trainings, and diocesan events.
Qualifications
Practicing Catholic committed to the teachings and mission of the Church
Experience in catechesis, ministry leadership, or related fields preferred
Strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills
Ability to work collaboratively with parish staff, volunteers, and families
Safe Parish certification (or ability to complete upon hire)
How to Apply
Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to:
Cheri Kopp
Email: stmichaelsecretary@northclarkcountycatholic.org

About the Employer

Our Mission is to lead people to spiritual maturity in Christ, through prayer and services that manifest God's power, in a community with Eucharistic fervor and reverence. We offer programs of intellectual formation that are relevant, evangelical, and applicable to daily life. We also develop programs of evangelization for our children, youth/young adults, adults, and young families. In all our programs and activities we seek to create a community of friends in Christ, where each one is known and loved, to which it is easy to invite others: "Come and see."