St. Francis of Assisi has an immediate opening for a Director of Pastoral Care. We are seeking a caring and compassionate individual to oversee volunteer ministries dedicated to the physical and spiritual care of our parish community.  The director supervises and collaborates with a team in establishing goals and implementing programs in pastoral support and care to our parishioners.  

The successful applicant will be a Catholic in good standing and have a 4-year degree in Religious Studies, sociology, pastoral ministry or a related field.  Two years of supervisory experience is required along with skills in handling situations with compassion and mercy, having difficult conversations with those who are in crisis or mourning, and using excellent listening skills while encouraging and connecting others to God’s love. The director collaborates with the leadership team in building on the parish’s longstanding history of bringing baptismal and ministerial priesthood together in the collaborative vision of Vatican II. Applicants should submit a cover letter, résumé, and salary requirements to: Search.Committee@stfrancisraleigh.org

The Coordinator of Liturgy and Sacraments collaborates with the Director of Liturgy and Music in effecting the liturgical life of the parish through a post-conciliar lens.  This position recruits, forms, manages, and evaluates volunteers and structures in service to all parish liturgies and the Christian life.

Other essential duties:

1.       Leads and participates in the preparation, coordination, and execution of major/special liturgies.

2.       Oversees the formation process for the Sacrament of Matrimony and Infant baptism. 

3.       Present at most weekend liturgies each week, including major liturgical rituals (i.e. Baptism, Rites of the Initiation, Holy Week, Triduum, etc.)

Education, Experience and Skills (required):

1.       Active, fully initiated, practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church

2.       Four year degree, preferably in Theology, Religious Studies, Pastoral Ministry or related field

3.       Coursework in liturgy and/or a minimum of 2 years coordinating parish liturgical life

4.       Knowledge of Roman Catholic liturgical principles in accordance with Sacrosanctum Concilium and post-conciliar documents

5.       Vision and passion for Roman Catholic liturgy with a commitment to full, active, and conscious participation

6.       Excellent organizational and communication skills

7.       Ability to work with a wide variety of people and skill levels

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to:  search.committee@stfrancisraleigh.org

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and qualified Coordinator of Middle School Formation.  This position is responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of our middle school ministry program/curriculum, including small group-based formation events and service and learning opportunities.  The position also coordinates, implements, and leads Mercy Camp each summer utilizing key stakeholders.  In addition, this person will recruit and train the Middle School Youth Ministry Core Team (adult volunteers) in planning and executing ministry sessions, fellowship events, and service opportunities.

Minimum Requirements:

• Active, fully initiated, practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church.
• Dedicated to collaborative ministry and the advancement of a vision of the Church as promoted by the Second Vatican Council.
• Strong relational, communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Basic/Advanced catechist certification (or willing to complete within 2 years).
• Minimum level of Education: Bachelor’s degree in theology or related field.
• Minimum amount of Work Experience:
  
  • Years of related work experience:   2 or more years preferred

Preferred Qualifications: 

• 1-3 years of demonstrated leadership experience with middle school ministry, youth ministry, and/or religious education
• Experience in educational setting and/or parish setting.
• Experience in motivating and mobilizing volunteers.
• Experience in basic data management, project planning, and time management.
• Ability to work collaboratively and creatively with others in a vibrant and active parish.
• Ability to interpret ministry budgets.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to:  search.committee@stfrancisraleigh.org