Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Director of Religious Education (D.R.E.)/Liturgical Coordinator

• Develop goals, objectives, and strategies for the total parish religion program.
• Design, develop, and coordinate individual catechetical programs which meet the needs of all segments of the parish community.
• Maintain a close working relationship with the Pastor, the other Pastoral Staff, School Personnel, and the staff of the PREP/CCD Programs.
• Manage the total Parish Religious Education Program.
• Communicate with participants, parents, and the entire parish to keep them informed of religious education efforts and developments.
• Evaluate the Religious Education Programs in relation to goals, objectives, and strategies, and make necessary adjustments based on parish feedback and professional development.
• Coordinate the designated Sacramental Programs (First Reconciliation, First Holy Communion and Confirmation) with the school.

• Design and coordinate a comprehensive liturgical program with input from the pastor and the liturgical committee.
• Plan and oversee all liturgies in the full liturgical year, including special liturgical and paraliturgical events to ensure the integrity the celebrations in accordance with the norms and guidelines of the Diocese of St. Augustine, USCCB, and Catholic Church.
• Communicate clearly with the pastor, clergy, ministries or others responsible for liturgical celebrations to ensure a valid and licit celebration of the liturgies of the parish.
• Coordinate with individuals (and the proper coordinators) to ensure all necessary paperwork for reception of sacraments or other liturgies are obtained and maintained efficiently and effectively with the parish.
• Provide leadership and assistance to the parish liturgy committee and coordinate the work of the liturgy teams and committee and its various meetings.

• Master’s degree in theology/religious education or a related theological field preferred or completion of MFP classes from the Diocese.
• Experience in Theology, Program Development, Catechist Development, Education, Communication and Relationships, and Administration and Management.
• Ability to prioritize projects.
• Must be self-motivated.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to present oneself professionally.
• Must possess supervisory experience.
• Good organizational skills.
• Good facilitation skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Attend parish staff meetings, monthly and regular meetings with the Pastor/
• Maintain Diocesan Catechetical Certification.
• Attends Diocesan D.R.E. meetings.
• Participates in opportunities for spiritual and educational growth.
• Networks with other D.R.E.s in an effort to improve current programs.