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Contact:

Gerald Gunderson
jgunderson@stpatrick-lakeforest.org

Posted 5/19/2025

Job Title:

Director of Faith Formation for Children and Youth

Hours:

Full time

Parish:

St. Patrick, Lake Forest
991 S. Waukegan Rd.
Lake Forest, IL

Description:

  • The Director of Faith Formation for Youth and Children is responsible for articulating and implementing a plan for comprehensive religious education for grades 1-9 in light of the parish mission and Archdiocesan policies including sacramental preparation.
  • Plans and develops a schedule of service and social activities for youth (grades 8-12).
  • Manages Safe Environment programs for children, youth, parents, and volunteers in catechetical and youth programs.

Requirements:

  • A Bachelor's Degree in Theology or a related field.
  • At least two (2) years' experience in Religious Education, Faith Formation or a related role at a Catholic Church

Special Directions:

Internal Candidates (existing employees) – Please complete the subject field of your email with the following: “Internal Candidate – Job Title – Full name”

External Candidates - Please complete the subject field of your email with the following: “Job Title – Full name”

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