Parish Positions

Diocese of Lafayette-in-Indiana
Employment Opportunities within Individual Parishes

Last updated: 10/05/2022

If you have any questions regarding this information, please contact  Jeanne Lausten, Chancery Office, (765) 269-4604 or jlausten@dol-in.org.  The postings below are all positions available in the diocese and listed in order of posting, the newest first.  Access the Employment Application here. 
 

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Evangelization Assistant (part-time)
Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church
Cicero, IN

We are currently seeking candidates for the position of Evangelization Assistant to assist and collaborate with the Director of Evangelization to plan, implement, and support parish ministries focused on Faith Formation and Evangelization efforts.

Essential Duties:

1. Assist the Director of Evangelization with planning, implementing, and processing formation and evangelization ministries, including but not limited to adult faith formation, youth faith formation, and youth ministry. 
2. Establish an effective working relationship with staff, catechists, key volunteers, and parishioners.
3. Prepare materials and set up for meetings, retreats, programs, gatherings, and other events and programs for formation and evangelization ministries.
4. Effectively communicate with parish staff, families, and parishioners during meetings, promotion of events, and during any gathering
5. Maintain records and registrations of participation in catechetical programs and celebrations of sacraments, in conjunction with the Director of Evangelization.
6. Participate in on-going continuing education opportunities as provided.
7. Be available, as needed, to support parish and community events.

Education/Experience:

1. Practicing Catholic who respects and upholds Catholic Church teaching
2. A high school diploma or equivalent with at least 1-year related experience
3. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, Flocknote, and other web-based applications.
4. Strong organization skills.
5. Strong verbal, written, and digital communication skills
6. Able to honor and maintain confidentiality
7. Able to pass and maintain Diocesan child safety protocols (Safe and Sacred)

Work Environment:

1. Able to work a flexible schedule including nights, evenings, and weekends as required.  Working on Sunday will be required.
2. Work and maintain a presence in the office environment while also regularly using office equipment such as computers, photocopiers, and smartphones.
3. Be able to freely move about the work area in a fast-paced environment.
4. Able to move tables, chairs, and other equipment as necessary to set up spaces for meetings, gatherings, classrooms, or retreats.
5. Able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their resume to aaker@parish.dol-in.org
 

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Coordinator of Music and Liturgy
Saint Bernard Church
Crawfordsville, IN 

Saint Bernard Church is seeking a Coordinator of Music and Liturgy to manage and coordinate various aspects of music, to oversee music program and grow the choirs. This person will be in charge of directing music for masses, weddings and funerals as well as the high holy days.  Saint Bernard  has two weekend masses in English (Sat at 5:30 pm and Sun at 9:30 AM) and the weekend responsibilities would primarily entail overseeing those masses. 

Education/Experience:   

• High School Diploma or equivalent, plus related experience. Bachelor’s Degree preferred. 

• Knowledge and experience in Catholic liturgical music preferred. 

• Proficiency in voice, keyboard, guitar, or choral performance and some knowledge of these instruments. 

• Possess respect and ability to uphold Catholic Church teaching. 

• Able to honor & maintain confidentiality. 

• Able to pass and maintain diocesan child safety protocol. 

Submit your resume to Father Bower at:

father@stbernardcville.org

 

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Director of Evangelization
St. Bernard Church
Crawfordsville, IN

St. Bernard Church in Crawfordsville, Indiana, is seeking a full-time Director of Evangelization. We strive to bring all souls in our county closer to Jesus Christ and His Church. This includes our college ministry at Wabash College and a growing population of Hispanics. 

Essential Duties:

1. The Director will assist the Missionary Pastor with the pastoral care of the Pastorate to include fostering evangelization, pastoral planning, and supervision of staff and volunteers in the following ministry areas: Lifelong Faith Formation, Liturgy and Music, Pastoral Care and Community Care, Campus Ministry, other Parish Ministries, and Outreach.

2. The Director supports, accompanies, and equips the leaders in these areas to focus their attention on parishioners and into the community at large as they strive to facilitate making disciples of Jesus Christ, building vibrant communities of faith, and inspiring men and women to be witnesses of Christ to the world.

Education / Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Theology or related area (or equivalent experience).

At least three years of experience in parish ministry and/ or management of a non-profit organization (preferred).

Must be a practicing Catholic in good standing.

Fully committed to the Catholic Church's teaching. Mature discipleship evidenced in ability to comfortably witness the faith.

Strong ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team among clergy, staff, and volunteers.

Proficiency with computers, especially Microsoft Office programs, is required.

Able to pass and maintain Diocesan child safety protocols

Submit your resume to Father Bower at:

father@stbernardcville.org

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Director of Evangelization
Pastorate of St. Thomas Aquinas – The Catholic Center at Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN

St. Tom’s is seeking a full-time Director of Evangelization. The Director will assist the Missionary Pastor with the pastoral care of the Pastorate. This role includes pastoral planning along with supervision of Directors and/or Coordinators of the following ministry areas: Lifelong Formation, Liturgy and Music, Pastoral Care and Community Care, other Parish Ministries and Outreach. In the context of Uniting in Heart 2030, the Director of Evangelization serves on the Pastorate Leadership Team and ensures the participation and faithful witness of the laity in the Church’s pastoral mission and in all ministries of the parish.

Essential Duties: 

• Willing to be present to St. Tom’s parishioners at /around weekend liturgies.
• Works closely with the Missionary Pastor and in collaboration with the Pastorate Leadership Team discerns the needs of the parish and plans accordingly for the future of the community including close collaboration with the Director of Campus Ministry.
• Leads and manages those performing pastoral ministry in the parish to strategically accomplish parish mission, build a culture of teamwork, and provide coherency.
• Works with pastorate staff and key ministry leaders to align all parish programming with the intentional model for ministry and identify areas for new ministries. Oversees progress on Uniting in Heart Pastorate Plan through collaboration with staff liaisons.
• Responsible for Sacramental Records, and Marriage Enrichment and supervision of Sacramental Preparation.
• Develops annual budget in collaboration with the Leadership Team and Greater Lafayette Central Administrative Office.
• Fosters an environment of inclusion with multi-cultural and multi-ethnic communities, persons with disabilities, and other groups within the Pastorate and community.

Please note this posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing duties that are required for this job – a complete Job Description is available.

Education/Experience: 

• Master’s Degree preferred with study in Theology, Divinity, Pastoral Studies or equivalent.
• Three or more years of leadership experience in parish ministry desired.
• Fully committed to the Catholic Church’s teaching. Mature discipleship evidenced in ability to comfortably witness the faith. Comprehensive vision and understanding of evangelization and parish vitality.
• Strong ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people from varied social, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
• Comfortable acting as a catalyst and change agent for defining future strategies and goals. Focuses on delivery and motivating others to reach ambitious goals.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their resume and a Diocese of Lafayette Employment Application to: Jeanne Lausten  - jlausten@dol-in.org
 

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Director of Evangelization, Family Life and Pastoral Ministries
Church of the Blessed Sacrament
West Lafayette, IN

Church of the Blessed Sacrament in West Lafayette, IN is seeking a full-time Director of Evangelization, Family Life and Pastoral Ministries  

The Director of Evangelization, Family Life, and Pastoral Ministries will assist the Missionary Pastor with the pastoral care of the Pastorate.  This role includes pastoral planning along with supervision of Directors and/or Coordinators of the following ministry areas: evangelization, faith formation, catechetical ministry, family life, and the 3-year vision plan of the pastorate.  The Director of Evangelization, Family Life, and Pastoral Ministries supports, accompanies, and equips the leaders in these ministerial areas to focus their attention beyond parishioners and into the community at large as they strive to facilitate making disciples of Jesus Christ, building vibrant communities of faith and inspiring men and women to be witnesses of Christ to the world.

In the context of Uniting in Heart 2030, the Director serves on the Leadership Team and ensures the participation and faithful witness of the laity in the Church’s pastoral mission and in all ministries of the parish.

Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Pastoral Studies, Theology, Faith Formation or related area, or equivalent experience is preferred.
• At least three years of experience in parish ministry and/ or management of a non- profit organization.
• Three or more years of leadership/management experience.
• Proven track record coaching or developing others.
• Fully committed to the Catholic Church’s teaching. Mature discipleship evidenced in ability to comfortably witness the faith. 
• Comprehensive vision and understanding of evangelization and parish vitality. 
• Strong ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team among clergy, staff, and volunteers. 
• Strong ability to form a community of missionary disciples through encounter, accompaniment, and sending forth.
• Proficiency with computers, especially Microsoft Office programs, is required.
• Able to honor & maintain confidentiality.
• Able to pass and maintain Diocesan child safety protocols
• Bi-lingual Spanish and English highly preferred.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their resume and a Diocese of Lafayette Employment Application to:  jlausten@dol-in.org

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General Maintenance and Technology Specialist
St. Michael School and Muncie Parishes
Muncie, IN

St. Michael School and the Parishes of Muncie are seeking a candidate for a full-time General Maintenance and Technology Specialist.  This hands-on position will work alongside Pastorate Maintenance supporting St. Michael School, St. Francis of Assisi Parish and Newman Center, St. Lawrence Parish and St. Mary Parish.  

Along with general maintenance duties, the technology duties include troubleshooting hardware, software, network infrastructure, operating systems, applications and other technology systems.   Candidate should possess general maintenance skills and have a minimum of 2 years’ experience working with technology systems.  Candidate must be a self-starter with a strong work ethic, able to honor and maintain confidentiality, comfortable with the physical demands of the position, and be able to work as part of a Maintenance Team.

The candidate must have an understanding and respect for the Catholic Church, it’s beliefs and practices.  Pay is commensurate with experience and includes full benefits (health, dental, vision, paid holidays, and 403(b) retirement plan).  To apply, please send  your resume to Phil McPherson, Director of Operations, at pmcpherson@parish.dol-in.org

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Director of Operations
Jay and Randolph Pastorate
(Holy Trinity, Bryant; Immaculate Conception, Portland; St Joseph, Winchester; St Mary, Union City, IN)

We are currently seeking candidates for the position of Director of Operations. This position reports directly to the pastor and works collaboratively with the Director of Evangelization, parish finance councils, parish members as well as the Diocese and other pastorates.

Essential Duties:
 

• Financial Management
• Buildings Management
• Human Resource Management

• Communication/Information

• Project/Team Management

Detail duties can be supplied upon request.

Qualifications:Education/Experience::

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related area, or equivalent experience.
• At Least 3 years’ experience in Accounting, Finance, Business or related area.
• Experience with a non-profit organization or in Church management is a plus.
• Possess Respect & ability to uphold Catholic Church’s teachings.
• Possess initiative and a strong desire to achieve results.
• Experience in change management a plus.
• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Able to honor & maintain confidentiality.
• Able to pass and maintain Diocesan child safety protocols.

Qualified candidates should submit resume to:

JoEllen Johnston, Director of Operations at jjohnston2@parish-dol.in.org

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ACCOUNTANT
St. Paul Catholic Parish
Marion, IN

We are currently seeking candidates for the position of Accountant to support the daily financial activity of St. Paul Catholic Parish (includes church and school).  This position reports directly to the Director of Operations of St. Paul Catholic Parish and is expected to work collaboratively with the Diocese, other pastorates and schools with a focus on building efficiency and effectiveness across the diocese.

Essential Duties:
 

• Participate in the implementation of new accounting software.
• Ensure correct and comprehensive financial records and activities including:

1. Processing payables, receivables, purchase orders and checks.
2. May process payroll through payroll vendor and prepare journal entries for general ledger posting.
3. Review financial transactions for proper general ledger account numbers and dimensions.
4. Support grant applications and reporting.

• Assist in the preparation and delivery of monthly, quarterly and/or annual financial reports.
• Assist with the development of the annual budget and budgeting process.
• Ensure proper recording of contractor information in accounting system and produce 1099’s.
• Review and recognize liability accounts.
• Comply with proper GAAP and nonprofit accounting.
• Coordinate and assist Diocesan reviewers with their reviews.

Skills and Experience:
 

• Ability to maintain clear, accurate records and prepare timely reports.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.  Understanding of computer software necessary to complete the job duties and the ability to learn new programs/processes.
• Self-directed with attention to detail and ability to organize effectively.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities in a complex environment.
• Possess good people and listening skills.
• Ability to keep confidentiality
• Ability to make decisions
• Ability to work without supervision.
• Skills in using all types of office equipment.
• Able to pass and keep Diocesan child safety protocols.

Education and Qualifications:
 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business management or related area.
• Minimum 1 year of accounting experience.
• Proficiency in accounting skills necessary.
• Experience working with parishes, schools or nonprofits preferred.
• Experience in managing projects on a day-to-day basis.

Interested, qualified candidates, submit your resume to ddecker@parish.dol-in.org.

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Youth Minister (part-time)
Muncie Pastorate
Muncie, IN

The Muncie Pastorate is seeking a part time youth minister.  This position reports to the Director of Evangelization.  This position will serve to support the pastorate to ensure that opportunities for ongoing faith formation for middle school and high school aged youth and a comprehensive youth ministry program are provided for the pastorate.   This person will work with the Pastor and Director of Evangelization to ensure that necessary collaboration and cross training occurs among all areas of ministry and discipleship. 

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Theology/Religious Studies or equivalent preferred  
• Experience with religious formation program in a Catholic parish or school
• Demonstrated skills in program organization and administration  
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, clear and kind in person and in writing  
• Practices a deep prayer life rooted in regular participation in the Sacraments of the Catholic Church  
• Desire to know God, and to share God’s love with children and their families  
• Able to adapt to a flexible schedule (frequent evenings and weekends) while also holding regular office hours at some time during the week  
• Diligent and thorough about following up with people and tasks  
• Prefers working in a collaborative, creative process within a team
• Competency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point 
• Able to pass and maintain diocesan child safety protocol.

Essential duties include:

The youth minister serves the pastorate by building and overseeing a ministry team that will support pastoral needs of the youth of the parish (Junior High and High School). Along with organizing and overseeing events and spiritual formation for the youth, the youth minister will also oversee and develop a team of volunteers who assist in youth ministry. 
Qualified candidates should submit resume to:
Jason Hart, Director of Evangelization at jhart@parish-dol.in.org
 

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• Continual standing and walking during shift.
• Continual reaching with hands/fingers/arms during shift.
• Occasional climbing, balancing, kneeling, and crouching during shift.
• Must be able to occasionally lift 50 to 75 pounds.
• Outdoor work in all seasons.
• Must be able to work safely with hazardous chemicals.

  Background check will be performed as part of employment screening.

If you’re interested in joining the St. Patrick Church maintenance team, please send resume’ to jaaron@parish.dol-in.org or complete application for employment at administration office. 
 

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE STAFF
Holy Spirit Church
Fishers, IN

Holy Spirit Parish at Geist is currently seeking a candidate to fill the position of General Maintenance Staff.  This hands-on position will work under the supervision of our Maintenance Supervisor to support all aspects of building/grounds maintenance and repair for our church which lies on 57 acres. 
This is a 30 hour full time position which includes full benefits (medical, dental, vision, and 403(B) matching.  Send your resume to Sue Morgan at smorgan@parish.dol-in-org

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Campus Minster  (full-time)
St. Francis of Assisi / Muncie Pastorate
Muncie, IN
 
The Muncie Catholic Pastorate is searching for a Full Time Campus Minister that is a spirit-centered, enthusiastic individual to lead its Catholic campus ministry at St. Francis of Assisi Parish, which serves the students and faculty of Ball State University. We are looking for a person who has a clear call to campus and young adult ministry. The candidate should have the ability to develop and implement a plan for campus ministry, including faith formation, facilitating retreats and spiritual programming, recruiting student leaders, event planning, budget management, leading our resident intern program, and more.  The ideal candidate will create an environment where St. Francis Parish becomes home to the spiritual and intellectual lives, apostolic mission, and Christian maturity of students.   
   
The Campus Minister is a Full Time position with a complete Benefit Package that includes Health, Dental and Vision; 403b Retirement; and paid vacation, holidays and personal days.  The position will collaborate with all pastorate staff, particularly the Pastor, parochial vicars, Focus missionaries, and the Director of Evangelization, Family Life, and Pastoral Ministries.   
 
The ideal candidate will be a practicing Catholic, committed to prayer and a desire to know God, who possess a Bachelor’s degree in Catholic Theology/Religious Studies or equivalent.   The candidate should have a strong desire and ability to evangelize young adults. This candidate will also have strong leadership, organizational, communication, and administrative skills.  The applicant must be able to adapt to a flexible schedule (frequent evenings and weekends) while also holding regular office hours during the week.  The ability to pass and maintain diocesan child safety protocol is essential.  
 
Qualified individuals should send a letter of interest and resume to Jason Hart, Director of Evangelization, Family Life, and Pastoral Ministries, by email to jhart@parish.dol-in.org.  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.