Employment Opportunities 

Archdiocesan Coordinator for Catechesis and Adult Faith Growth (French Sector).

This is primarily a French position. Download the full job description in French at this link.

To apply, email a cover letter and resumé in French to James Kautz, Director of Pastoral Services: jkautz@archsaintboniface.ca 

 

Notre-Dame-de-Lorette Parish – Catechetical Coordinator and Sacramental Preparation Coordinator

Catechetical Coordinator / Sacramental Coordinator, French and/or English Sector

CATECHISM

  • Ensure the continuity of catechesis and sacraments, as well as catechists and homeschooling parents for the French-speaking and/or English-speaking sector.
  • With the pastor's support, ensure that there are catechists and assistants for each age group, as needed. If necessary, find qualified substitutes.
  • Organize and present to the school trustees of DSFM (in the spring) a petition to allow religious education at École Lagimodière for the following school year.
  • Before the end of the school year, send to the parents who have children enrolled in catechism, registration forms for the following session. Maintain and update registrations.
  • Have someone present at the opening conferences in the fall at École Lagimodière to take catechism registrations and registrations for sacraments in the parish.
  • With the school principal at École Lagimodière, establish a schedule for catechism, as well as other pertinent details. Recruit, train, and support catechists and volunteers, ensuring they have the required qualifications and receive ongoing training. Ensure everyone adheres to the code of ethics and the safe environment program. Work with the priest to implement and update the Diocesan Catechetical Policy in the parish and at École Lagimodière. Serve as the liaison between parents and catechists regarding needs, pastoral dialogue, discipline, and any other concerns.

 

SACREMENTAL PREPARATION

  • In collaboration with the Bishop's office, prepare schedule for the sacrament of Confirmation (if there is one that year.)
  • In collaboration with the parish priest, set dates for sacramental preparation meetings and dates for the sacraments of Reconciliation and Communion. Reserve rooms, prepare / purchase necessary material and resources and inform parents of the details. Organize the registration of young people for the sacraments and lead, or find someone to lead, parent and children’s meetings.
  • Recruit and support volunteers in the preparation and celebration of the sacraments (Reconciliation, Communion, Confirmation). Accompany teams for the mini-retreat if there is one. Organize the visit at the archdiocese for the confirmation candidates. Oversee the preparation and distribution of certificates. Handle administrative tasks such as drafting letters, certificates, etc.

 

FAITH DEVELOPMENT

  • Collaborate with the pastor and leadership teams in planning parish activities and events. Encourage families to participate in faith-related events and adult and family formation programs. Promote a sense of community and fellowship.
  • Attend diocesan catechesis meetings. Serve as a liaison between the diocesan catechesis sector and our parish. Commit to ongoing personal formation and stay informed about new developments in catechesis in the diocese.
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Forward your resume and cover letter to the parish office at info@notredamedelorette.info 

This posting will remain active until it has been filled.

  • Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

 

For a complete position description, click here.

Diocese of Corner Brook and Labrador – Diocesan Director of Evangelization and Catechesis

We are seeking an individual with excellent organizational and leadership skills who can work independently. The successful applicant will work in the Diocesan Office in Corner Brook and will report directly to the Bishop. This is a full-time position. A valid driver's licence and use of a private vehicle is an ongoing condition of employment. Some travel throughout the Diocese is required.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide formation, resources and support for Parish Catechetical Programs.
  • Provide support to parish sacramental preparation programs.
  • Provide support to parish adult faith formation efforts.
  • Provide support to parishes to move from a maintenance to a missional model.
  • Oversee the Responsible Ministry Policy of the Diocese.
  • Maintain the Diocesan Website.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants are requested to provide a comprehensive resume, proof of education and training and the name of two employment references.

Please direct all inquiries and expressions of interest to: Hiring Committee 469 Curling Street Corner Brook, NL. A2H 3K8. (709)639-7073

diocese@nf.aibn.com Deadline for applications is April 10th, 2026

For a more complete position description and further information, click here.


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