Coordinator for Youth Ministry
- Holy Trinity Catholic Church
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Holy Trinity is seeking a dynamic, inviting, and enthusiastic Coordinator of Youth Ministry to join our pastoral staff. The Coordinator of Youth Ministry provides primary leadership for the design, implementation, and evaluation of parish ministry to our middle school and high school youth in order to deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ and engage them more fully in parish life. The candidate selected for this position needs to be able to dialogue and connect well with young people and families, and have the ability to understand their spiritual needs and current experiences.
The Coordinator of Youth Ministry will focus on relational ministry with middle and high school youth by building a core team of volunteers to implement a multidimensional and holistic youth ministry program that includes advocacy, catechesis, community life, evangelization, justice and service, leadership development, pastoral care, and prayer and worship. The Coordinator will also lead and administer the Confirmation program for youth in the parish. Other responsibilities include recruiting and training adult volunteers, administrative tasks, and collaborating with parish ministries and programs, such as Holy Trinity School and the Holy Trinity Religious Education program.
Candidates must be practicing Catholics in good standing and active members of a Roman Catholic parish faith community. A bachelor's degree, preferably in theology or related field, or a bachelor’s degree with experience in campus ministry or youth ministry as well as organizational, technological, and interpersonal skills are required. Experience working with junior high and/or high school youth is essential.
This is a full-time, salaried position. Evening and weekend work are regularly required.
How to apply: Qualified candidates should email a cover letter and résumé to: Anne Marie Kaufmann, Pastoral Associate for Faith Formation, a kaufmann@trinity.org. Full Job description may be found at: Jobs at Holy Trinity | Holy Trinity Catholic Church.
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Holy Trinity Catholic Church
Holy Trinity Catholic Church traces its origins to the late 18th century and today is a vital worship community of Catholics in the Washington DC area under Jesuit leadership.
We are a Jesuit parish that welcomes all to:
Accompany One Another in Christ
Celebrate God's Love
Transform Lives
Holy Trinity is committed to four core principles of proceeding as a Jesuit parish (adapted from "A Letter from the Superior General to the Jesuits in Parish Ministry," August 27, 2005)
Missionary Outreach: A missionary spirit means that a parish is a "base of outreach operations." Holy Trinity approaches this through multiple ministries, including preaching the Word, evangelizing through prayerful catechesis (instruction), giving the Spiritual Exercises, hearing confessions and administering other sacraments, serving the poor and other persons in need, and working for justice. This spirit of openness and outreach creates an atmosphere that is welcoming, encouraging and supportive.
Social Ministry: Holy Trinity embraces ethnic diversity, cultural sensitivity, the promotion of justice and a spirit of solidarity. The parish is committed to “the faith that does justice” by demonstrating a camaraderie with the poor and dedication to those in need. Visit the Social Justice section to learn more about service opportunities.
Collaboration in Mission: Jesuits serve as bridges between the Society of Jesus and their communities. At Holy Trinity, Jesuits collaborate with the Archdiocese of Washington, other parishes, the wide Holy Trinity parish network, and other lay people to serve Holy Trinity's mission. These collaborations are guided by a conviction to work together as a team toward the greater good.
A Practical Spirituality through the Spiritual Exercises and Discernment: Holy Trinity invites parishioners to seek God through "eyes wide open" contemplation; and having discerned God's will, parishioners are invited to carry it out vigorously and with full attention to the task at hand. Both contemplation and action are necessary; both aim at deepening our relationship with God. Explore the many programs offered at Holy Trinity to help parishioners integrate the worlds of prayer and action.
We are currently looking for people to join our team at this historic church. So check out our open jobs and let’s be in touch!