Archdiocese of St. Louis
Location
Webster Groves, Missouri
Coordinate and lead the parish youth ministry program, including planning meetings and facilitating faith formation activities. Teach 8th grade religion classes and prepare youth for participation in Sunday Liturgies and service-learning activities.
Must be a practicing Catholic in good standing with strong knowledge of Catholic doctrine and the ability to engage young people. Experience in youth ministry or education is preferred, and a teaching certification is desired but not required.
Coordinate and lead the parish youth ministry program Plan and facilitate regular youth meetings, activities, and faith formation opportunities Collaborate with the pastor, parish staff, faculty, families, and the Archdiocesan Youth Office to ensure effective ministry Lead youth participation in programs such as the Luke 18 Retreat and Steubenville Mid-America Conference Teach one 8th grade religion class four days per week (approximately 45 minutes per class) Develop lesson plans and lead students in prayer, faith-based discussions, and religious instruction Assess student learning and provide timely feedback on assignments and projects Prepare youth for participation in Sunday Liturgies, prayer services, and service-learning activities Foster an environment that encourages discipleship, service, and active involvement in parish life Maintain communication with students, families, and parish leadership
Practicing Catholic in good standing who supports the mission of the Church and school Strong knowledge of Catholic doctrine, traditions, and teachings Ability to engage, inspire, and relate to young people Excellent communication, organizational, and classroom management skills Teaching certification preferred but not required Experience in youth ministry, education, or related field preferred Ability to encourage responsible participation in the life and mission of the Church Commitment to forming young disciples of Jesus Christ Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and attend youth events as required
Discipleship and evangelization Communication and relationship-building Organization and time management Leadership and mentorship Collaboration and teamwork
Additional Information: Part-time position Reports to the Pastor Evening and weekend hours required for ministry activities
Market context
In Missouri, Youth Minister roles are typically tied to parish and diocesan efforts to engage teens and support faith formation, so demand often follows local church programming and school calendars. These positions are competitive because employers look for practicing Catholics with strong doctrine knowledge, relational skills, and experience in youth ministry or education; a teaching certification can help but is not required. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then tailor your application to show how you connect with young people and support Catholic formation.