Confirmation Coordinator and Event Assistant

Confirmation Coordinator and Event Assistant St. Stephen the Martyr Parish (Omaha) - Omaha

Catechesis

Part-Time

St. Stephen the Martyr Catholic Church
16701 S St
Omaha, Nebraska
68135

Department:
Religious Education

Reports to:

Director of Religious Education

As a member of the Religious Education team, the Confirmation Coordinator oversees and implements a comprehensive faith formation program that prepares eighth grade youth for the Sacrament of Confirmation. This role supports parish youths’ preparation through faith formation, service, and spiritual retreats, in line with diocesan policies and the pastoral vision. This role also provides assistance with Religious Education-sponsored events including retreats, meetings, sacraments, and Vacation Bible School.

• Plan and coordinate Confirmation Masses and sacrament rehearsals in collaboration with the archdiocese, pastor, DRE, and liturgy coordinator.
• Monitor and facilitate Confirmation students’ fulfillment of sacramental requirements including student retreats, service hours, sponsor selection, and Confirmation saint selection.
• Communicate a variety of service opportunities within the parish and the community.
• Plan and execute a Confirmation retreat for students.
• Plan and execute a retreat for candidates with their sponsors.
• Communicate information reminders about dates, deadlines and requirements to teachers, catechists, students and families through emails and handouts.
• Monitor and document fulfillment of student requirements through online form submissions.
• Enhance the spiritual growth of eighth graders by assisting in the implementation of the Confirmation curriculum.
• Serve as the eighth grade “Grade Level Coordinator” of the Religious Education program, including preparation of weekly lesson plans and supplies for catechists, and offering weekly support for volunteers during and outside of classes.
• Collaborate with the SSM school administration to support eighth grade schoolteachers with necessary Confirmation materials inside and outs.

• Background in and/or knowledge of the Catholic Church and her sacraments with a demonstrated commitment to the mission of the Church and full assent to all magisterial teaching.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Exemplary organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and requests.

• Ability to work collaboratively with other staff and volunteers to ensure timely and accurate completion of assigned administrative tasks.

• Availability during weekly RE classes as well as some evening and weekend events.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.

• Must have a high school diploma.

• Experience in religious education strongly preferred.

• Experience in parish/diocesan ministry strongly preferred.

This position will be expected to work approximately 20 hours per week, give or take a few hours depending on the season. The employee will be present for the 7 hours of Tuesday and Wednesday RE class sessions, as well as at sacramental liturgies and special events. The additional hours are flexible and may be agreed upon weekly by both the employee and the Director.

Send resume and two references to Erin Finken, Director of Operations, SSM – e.finken