Director of Evangelization

Job Summary

This role is an exciting opportunity to create and implement an evangelization vision from a highly desired and blank slate. There will be substantial support and commitment provided by the Pastor and Parish Council, and there will also be a great deal of independence and encouragement of creativity and innovation.  The collaborative effort will ideally result, over time, in a cultural transformation of discipleship. 

Annunciation and Our Lady of Providence have been joined at some level for more than a dozen years – sharing our Parish Council, Holy Cross Academy, PSR, CYC and Scouting programs, retreats, etc.  We very much consider ourselves to be sister parishes, actively supporting each other and forming a common Catholic community.  We are ready for this next step.  Come join us in our mission!

Annunciation is a parish of nearly 700 families in Webster Groves.  Our Lady of Providence is a parish of nearly 600 families in Crestwood.  The parishes share a Pastor and Associate Pastor and some ministries.

Both parishes are member parishes of Holy Cross Academy with the Middle School Campus (6th – 8th grades) at Annunciation and the Intermediate School Campus (3rd – 5th grades) at Our Lady of Providence.

• The Director of Evangelization serves the mission of our two parishes by actively engaging parishioners in seeking a deeper relationship with Christ and forming them to become missionary disciples.
• The role is responsible for creating short and long-term initiatives to ignite and nurture parishioners’ spirituality through all stages of faith life.
• Fulfillment of the role’s mission will be carried out in collaboration with parish staff and the Parish Council with the full support and commitment of the Pastor.

Send letter of interest and resume to annolpcareers@gmail.com

Job Responsibilities

• Become an incarnational presence in the life of the community – building relationships with parishioners, ministry leaders, and volunteers.
• Develop an understanding of community strengths, needs, and desires regarding enhanced individual formation and parish participation; gain clarity about the community’s existing thresholds of discipleship.

• Create and develop the vision for a vibrant renewal of evangelization and discipleship initiatives and bring that vision to life (i.e. small faith groups, lifelong formation experiences, retreats, service opportunities, parish events that drive advancement along the discipleship framework). 
• Help to ensure success of the above through the provision of support, guidance and oversight, adjusting as appropriate.

• Represent the parish at community events and Archdiocesan meetings / conferences pertaining to evangelization, discipleship and adult faith formation types of initiatives.

• Develop and prudently manage an annual budget. 
• Perform any other relevant duties as assigned by the Pastor.

Job Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree (at minimum) in Theology or a related field
• Relevant experience in developing and building ministries or discipleship initiatives may substitute for formal education

Experience:

• Prior relevant ministry experience (2+ years) within a parish or similar Catholic environment
• FOCUS ministry-type experience a plus

Characteristics, Skills and Abilities:

• Passion for people and the ability to engage and relate meaningfully with others
• Excitement about becoming a change agent and translating experience into vision, strategy, and results
• Capable of activating and executing immediate opportunities while maintaining a forward-looking perspective
• Desire to hit the ground running and strike a balance between collaboration and self-direction
• Discerning judgment to help measure success and really move the needle

Other:

• Willingness to preach the Gospel with words, actions, and presence
• Vibrant relationship with Christ and living in full sacramental communion with the Catholic Church
• Comprehensive understanding of Catholic teachings and traditions
• High degree of discretion and confidentiality as appropriate

Work Environment

The Director of Evangelization is a full-time position in a normal office environment (Our Lady of Providence).  This role will require flexibility of time as evening and weekend work-related activities will occasionally be required.

Compensation and Benefits

• The salary will be commensurate with experience.
• The position is eligible for a generous benefits package through the Archdiocese of St. Louis including medical, dental, vision and life insurance, 403b retirement plan, flexible spending accounts, long term disability, etc.