Director of Adult Faith Formation

Location: St. Joseph University Parish, Terre Haute, IN

Posted: January 14, 2025

St. Joseph University Parish in Terre Haute, Indiana (Archdiocese of Indianapolis) is looking for a part-time (app. 16-24 hours/week) Director of Adult Faith Formation (DAFF) starting in the spring of 2025.

I. POSITION SUMMARY

The part-time DAFF develops, coordinates and supervises a range of parish programs and activities serving the continuous faith formation of adult parishioners. Responsibilities include:

  • Collaboration with the city-wide Order of Christian Initiation of Adults.
  • Young adult ministry.
  • Marriage preparation in the parish.
  • Providing faith formation opportunities for adults including Bible studies, retreats, pilgrimages and other faith-related educational opportunities.

The Director of Adult Faith Formation (DAFF) is a ministerial position. Lay ministers are vital sharers in the mission of the Catholic Church. They are expressly charged with leading parishioners toward Christian maturity.

II. THE PARISH

St. Joseph University Parish is a congregation of approximately 600 households in Terre Haute, Indiana (pop. 58,500). Founded in 1837, St. Joseph University Parish has been served by the Conventual Franciscan Friars since 1872. Our campus includes a church, parish center and an office building. We are in the process of building a new meeting hall. There are usually two or three friars assigned to the parish and six to eight lay staff. St. Joseph Church often works closely with St. Benedict Parish, another church in Terre Haute served by Franciscan Friars.

III. QUALIFICATIONS

  • The DRE should be a practicing Catholic with knowledge of the Church’s teachings, liturgy, and structure.
  • Ideal minimum education is the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in theology or related field, or in pedagogy or related field.
  • Experience as a catechist or teacher.
  • Experience with administration, especially working with volunteers and program planning.
  • Willingness to learn and implement the policies, procedures, and curriculum of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis.

IV. SALARY AND BENEFITS

We are looking for approximately a half-time catechist. Salary will be based on a presumption of 16-24 hours per week, to be negotiated. Salaries for a half-time DRE or PCL in the Archdiocese of Indianapolis range typically between $18,000 and $28,000 per year, depending on education, certification, and experience. The position does include the following benefits:

  • 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development opportunities

Send resumes to:
Anna McDaniel
St. Joseph University Parish
113 S. 5th Street
Terre Haute, IN 47807

(or)

Via email: c/o Anna McDaniel to businessmanager@stjoeup.org

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