Mens Youth Ministry Coordinator

Arvada, WY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/20/2024
St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church Men's Youth Ministry Coordinator

St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church is located in Western Arvada, near the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. With the courage of St. Joan of Arc, we exist to lead souls, through love or battle, to Christ the True King.

Our parish is seeking a full-time, Men’s Youth Ministry Coordinator to coordinate relational youth ministry programs at the parish and in support of the Director of Youth Ministry, primarily working with young men. The position involves direct ministry to youth on two to three evenings each week (Wednesdays and Sundays) and some weekend activities. There are about 4-5 weekends a year that require overnight trips for retreats. The remainder of time will consist of regularly scheduled office hours and time spent meeting students off-site. The youth ministers are encouraged to meet and mentor students outside of Youth nights with a great emphasis on relational ministry.

Our goal is that each student would embrace that they are known and loved by Christ.

The Pillar Values Of Our Youth Ministry Program Are

  • community
  • sacramental living
  • formation of a prayer life backed by knowledge of scripture

Duties And Responsibilities

  • Working alongside the Director in teaching and leading faith formation, retreats, social activities, and service activities to youth in the 6th through 12th grades.
  • Training, mentoring, and empowering adult core-team members and other volunteers while providing appropriate oversight.
  • Work specifically with the male students and core team members to develop a ministry dedicated to serving the young men and future leaders of our parish.
  • Developing age-appropriate curricula and incorporating third-party programs where appropriate.
  • Investing time in the youth outside typical office hours including on weekends and during evenings, for example, by attending different sporting and performance events.
  • Providing sacramental preparation for youth who are not yet fully initiated in the faith.
  • Plans, prepares, and runs weekly youth group meetings, including preparing talks/lessons that will be assigned to them about twice monthly (Wednesday and Sunday evenings).
  • Plans and runs a twice monthly Men’s Discipleship Group with high school students.
  • Actively engages with students outside the normal youth group meetings in relational ministry by attending games and performances etc. and taking them out to lunch/coffee to foster relationships with students. One on one relational ministry ought to be primarily reserved for High School students.
  • Plans, prepares, and runs monthly Core Team meetings that aim to form our adult volunteers both spiritually and communally.
  • Completes administrative tasks required of the job and other duties as assigned by the Director of Youth Ministry, Director of Family Life, and Pastor.
  • Participates in potential fundraising activities.
  • Actively engages in a prayerful and sacramental life, dedicating a substantial portion of time praying for the ministry and the students involved.
  • Plans, prepares, and runs retreats necessary for the program including Steubenville of the Rockies, Annual High School Retreat, Totus Tuus Summer Mission, Mountain Madness, and Annual Middle School Retreat (hours will vary and overtime is required during these events).
  • Encourages and supports the part-time youth minister, assigns responsibilities when necessary, and steps into leadership role when Director is unavailable.

Candidates must be faithfully practicing Catholics, with a robust prayer life and virtue, deep knowledge of the faith, and a passion for passing on a lived discipleship to the youth. The first thing we are looking for is someone who demonstrates a deep passion for the Catholic faith and a desire to know and love the students here at St. Joan of Arc.

Other key attributes

  • Mature level of self-motivation.
  • Working knowledge of scripture.
  • A growing love and desire for evangelization of the whole family.
  • Charismatic, outgoing, and relatable to youth.
  • Has the ability to capture a crowd but also approachable in a one-on-one setting.
  • Prior practical experience in youth ministry as a student, volunteer, or leader.
  • Strong communication skills - written, oral, and social media.
  • Able to maintain strong and productive relationships with clergy, staff, volunteers, and parents.
  • Formal education in theology and youth ministry, or equivalent, preferred.
  • Able to plan and lead large events (e.g. parish-level socials, retreats, pilgrimages, mission trips, and World Youth Day).

Other Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Bachelor’s Degree, desired.
  • Valid CO driver license.
  • Weekends and evenings required, specifically Wednesday and Sunday evenings.
  • Flexible schedule is required.
  • Overnight travel is required:
    • Domestic travel for various retreats.
    • International travel may be required for World Youth Day.
Pay Range: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour. Offered salary will reflect various factors, including but not limited to, prior experience, educational accomplishment, and other applicant considerations.

Offered Benefits Package Includes

  • Comprehensive and Generous Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Coverage
  • Pension Plan: Annual Contribution of 6% of salary to retirement plan
  • Paid Sick & Vacation Plan
  • Paid Holidays and Holy Days
  • Cemetery and Mortuary Discounts
  • Employer-Paid Life Insurance
  • Employer-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Catholic Biblical School: Free and discount courses
  • Augustine Institute: 25% off master’s degree courses

To Apply, Please Complete The Following

  • Application Form for the Archdiocese of Denver (required/attached below)
  • Resume and a cover letter

Please email your completed materials by 6/1/24 to Jane Dixon, Director of Youth Ministry at jdixon@stjoanarvada.org

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