Job Description for Director of Religious Formation
Position: Director of Religious Formation Location: Saint Peter Church, Danbury, Connecticut Employment Type: Full Time
Job Description: St. Peter Parish is seeking a passionate and experienced Director of Religious Formation to run the parish’s religious formation programs. The DRF will work closely with the parish staff and volunteers to foster a vibrant and dynamic faith formation program that aligns with Catholic values and teachings. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the Catholic faith, strong organizational skills, and a love for children and families.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop, implement, and oversee religious formation programs for children, youth, and adults.
Coordinate sacramental preparation for First Reconciliation, First Communion, and Confirmation.
Recruit, train, and support volunteer catechists and staff for religious education programs.
Work closely with the pastor and staff to ensure alignment with the parish mission and vision.
Plan and organize family faith formation opportunities, retreats, and other events.
Ensure all programs comply with diocesan policies and guidelines for religious education.
Foster a welcoming, inclusive, and spiritually nurturing environment for all participants.
Qualifications:
Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church.
A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Theology, Religious Education, or related field.
Previous experience in religious formation, catechesis, or ministry is highly preferred.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, and parish families.
A heart for teaching and forming disciples.
Knowledge of current trends in faith formation and best practices in religious education.
Application Process: Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and references to Rev. Gregg Mecca, St. Peter Church, 104 Main Street, Danbury, Ct. 06810 or to [email protected] by May 23.
Mass Times
Saturday:5:00 PMEnglishEnglishENSt Peter Campus5:00 PMEnglishEnglishENSacred Heart Campus
Sunday:7:00 AMEnglishEnglishENSacred Heart Campus7:30 AMEnglishEnglishENSt Peter Campus9:00 AMSpanishEspañolESSt Peter Campus10:00 AMEnglishEnglishENSacred Heart Campus10:30 AMEnglishEnglishENSt Peter Campus12:00 PMEnglishEnglishENSt Peter Campus5:00 PMSpanishEspañolESSt Peter Campus
Monday:7:30 AMEnglishEnglishENAll Daily Masses at St Peter Parish12:00 PMEnglishEnglishENAll Daily Masses at St Peter Parish
Confession Times
Wednesday:5:30 PM to 7:00 PM Confessions in Spanish
Saturday:3:30 PM to 4:30 PM or by appointment , call rectory, Confessions in English
Beginning immediately the websites for Sacred Heart of Jesus and St Peter Churches in Danbury, CT are merging. Attempting to access the Sacred Heart website will automatically direct you to St Peter site. We are in the process of Merging the Information for both sites. If you have questions you may call the Sacred Heart office at 203-748-9029, or St Peter Office at 203-743-2707. To view some of the Sacred Heart Data CLICK HERE
Please note that weekend Masses at Sacred Heart are as follows: Saturday 5pm, Sunday 730am and 10am
Join us in the Parish Hall on the following Sunday's after the 7:30 and 9:00am masses for coffee hour.
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