The Catholic Weekly 6 September 2020

The Market Place catholicweekly.com.au FOR EMPLOYMENT ADVERTISING CALL KATIE ON (02) 9390 5402 Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney About the Organisation The Sydney Centre for Evangelisation of the Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney serves the vision and priorities of the Archbishop of Sydney in service of parishes and communities. Bringing together ministries to youth, families, parish support, and communications, the Evangelisation office seeks to support the encounter with Christ in the midst of the Church. About the Role The primary purpose of the Sacramental Life and RCIA Coordinator is to promote and support a vibrant sacramental life within the Archdiocese. The Coordinator develops formation and catechetical opportunities on sacramental themes; provides training to support parishes in the preparation for the Sacraments of Initiation and develops policies and guidelines related to the sacraments and the RCIA. The role works under the direction of the Team Leader for Life, Marriage and Family and as part of the Sydney Centre for Evangelisation Team. This role is a permanent full-time position and is based in the Polding Centre, located in the Sydney CBD. Only candidates with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position. Responsibilities The primary responsibilities of the Sacramental Life and RCIA Coordinator will be responsible for but not limited to the following duties: • Promote a vibrant sacramental life within the Archdiocese. • Plan and implement formation programs and workshops which support the coordination of the reception of the Sacraments of Initiation within parishes. • Establish a collaborative relationship with Sydney Catholic Schools with a view to introducing uninitiated parents and families to the sacramental life of the Catholic Church. • Provide training in policies and guidelines related to the sacraments and the RCIA. • Develop and implement Archdiocesan sacramental policies and pastoral guidelines, norms and resources in the area of the sacraments and the RCIA process as requested by the Archbishop through the Director and Team Leader and promote their implementation. Selection Criteria The ideal candidate should satisfy the following selection criteria: • A personal commitment to Catholic teachings, faith, ethos, values and mission of the Catholic Church; • Sound knowledge of the Rites of the Church, with an understanding of their pastoral and missionary applications; • Experience in parish life, particularly in the development of sacramental preparation and activities; • Relevant tertiary qualifications in sacramental theology, education or equivalent experience • A comprehensive knowledge of sacramental life and RCIA requirements; • Ability to work collaboratively and consultatively across a wide spectrum of stakeholders; • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to reprioritise and reorganise priorities; and • Will be required to obtain a valid Working with Children Check. A position description detailing further information about this role is available at www.catholicjobsonline.com.au or by emailing your request to [email protected] Applicants should submit a covering letter outlining their suitability for the role by addressing each of the required skills and attributes of this role (as outlined under the selection criteria above), as well as a resume outlining your experience. The successful candidate will be required to hold a current Working with Children clearance in NSW. Applications to be sent in confidence to: Employment Services Manager Polding Centre, Level 5, 133 Liverpool Street, Sydney, NSW 2000 or to: [email protected] Sacramental Life and RCIA Coordinator Sydney Centre for Evangelisation RELIGIOUS EDUCATION COORDINATOR ALBION PARK St Paul’s Catholic Parish Primary School Kindergarten to Year 6 serving the Albion Park Parish with an enrolment of approximately 340 pupils. The Director of Schools, Diocese of Wollongong, invites applications from suitably experienced educators for this significant leadership position at St Paul’s Catholic Parish Primary School, Albion Park commencing 27 January 2021. The Religious Education Coordinator shares responsibility for the development of the Catholic life of the school, leadership of its vision, mission and strategic priorities and contribution to the management of the school. The Religious Education Coordinator has delegated responsibility for the coordination and supervision of teaching and learning in Religious Education with a well- developed capacity to take forward the evangelising mission of Catholic schools within the Diocese of Wollongong. Closing date: 7 September 2020 at 9am For essential criteria and on how to apply for this position please refer to our website: www.dow.catholic.edu.au You can also view this job advert at www.catholicjobsonline.com.au CATHOLIC EDUCATION DIOCESE OF WOLLONGONG FOR CATHOLIC JOBS GO TO www.catholicjobsonline.com.au Directory for Catechesis: Pontifical Council for the New Evangelisation Newly Revised. As the Catholic Church embarks on the mission of teaching the Christian faith, the new Directory for Catechesis (2020) lays the how-to guidelines for catechesis and presents universal norms to guide pastors and catechists in the work of evangelisation. The Pontifical Council for the Promotion of the New Evangelisation presents the Directory to guide the proclamation of the Gospel by the Christian faithful to people of all ages and in all seasons of life. The Directory draws deeply from Scripture and the writings of recent popes, especially Pope Francis Evangelii Gaudium. 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The Religious Education Coordinator has delegated responsibility for the coordination and supervision of teaching and learning in Religious Education with a well- developed capacity to take forward the evangelising mission of Catholic schools within the Diocese of Wollongong. Closing date: 14 September 2020 at 9am For essential criteria and on how to apply for this position please refer to our website: www.dow.catholic.edu.au You can also view this job advert at www.catholicjobsonline.com.au CATHOLIC EDUCATION DIOCESE OF WOLLONGONG