The Archdiocese of Chicago, the third largest in the United States, serves more than 2.2 million Catholics in 216 parishes across Cook County and Lake County, covering 1,411 square miles. Led by Cardinal Blase J. Cupich, it employs over 13,000 staff members and operates numerous ministries, including Catholic Charities, the region's largest nonprofit social service agency. The archdiocese also hosts one of the country's largest seminaries and maintains a system of over 150 elementary and secondary schools, which have received 96 U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon Awards.
Short Description
The Director of Evangelization and Missionary Discipleship supports the parish pastor in evangelization and ministry efforts to ensure all parishioners encounter Jesus Christ and deepen their faith. As part of the archdiocesan Office for Parish Renewal, this role involves supporting, guiding, equipping, and leading lay leaders in evangelization initiatives and ministry development.
Job Responsibilities
- Assist the Parish Renewal Leader, Pastor, and others in implementing a vision that fosters encounters with Jesus Christ and discipleship formation, including:
- Leading the Evangelization Team, focusing on a Kerygmatic approach and discipleship pathways.
- Coordinating the welcoming, accompaniment, and engagement of new parishioners and families.
- Fostering a culture of ongoing discipleship through small faith communities and retreats.
- Recruiting, training, and supporting leaders of parish ministries.
- Supervise and support ministry staff and volunteers in evangelization and discipleship efforts.
- Collaborate on developing an annual budget for pastoral ministries with key church leaders.
- Lead special projects or ministries as assigned by the Parish Renewal Leader.
Additional Details
The archdiocese offers a comprehensive benefits package. The annual salary range for this position is $58,700 - $73,000, with actual pay based on education, experience, skills, location, and organizational needs.
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