Youth Ministry Intern

Description

• Assist with the planning and execution of Edge Nights, taking increasing ownership over particular portions such as a Gather, Proclaim, or Send. 
• Support the Coordinator of Edge in preparation, setup, and clean up for ministry. 
• Assist with preparation for ministry including gathering & organizing supplies, visioning & executing environment components, and providing support for communication components (eg. Social media, website, etc.) 
• Encourage and support Core Team members in their role of ministry. 
• Seek to build support and communication with parents, parishioners, and staff members. 
• Cultivate a deep prayer life as a foundation for ministry, contributing to areas of discernment and intercession. 
• Contribute to creating and promoting ministry in a way that continually invites new youth, in all stages of discipleship, to participate. 
• Attend staff meetings as required.  
• Work cooperatively with St. Timothy Parish and School Staff 
• Complete Diocesan Safe Environment Training annually & maintain all appropriate boundaries consistently. 
• Adhere to personnel practices of the Diocese of Phoenix and applicable parish policies and procedures. 
• Work a minimum of 8 hours in office during typical office hours (M-Th, 9-5) 
• Perform any task deemed necessary by the Pastor or his delegate 

Requirements

• Enthusiastically evangelize youth and form others to do so 
• Practicing Catholic in good standing; faith-filled, Holy Spirit driven, self-motivated, imaginative, energetic and reliable 
• Some experience of youth ministry (may be as a leader or participant) 
• Knowledge of general technology (Canva, Flocknote, AV, etc.) 
• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills, including public speaking 
• Ability to work well with middle school and high school youth, parents and volunteers 
• Ability to work in a team environment 
• Ability to multitask 
• Must have initiative, creativity, sensitivity to the needs of people; sound judgment regarding individual and program needs 
• Must maintain confidentiality of sensitive/personal information 
• Must be able to work independently, with minimal supervision and frequent interruptions 
• Must be available to work nights and weekends, as required (1-2 nights/week + 1 weekend/quarter on average) 
• Ability to lift 50 pounds 
• Must have reliable personal transportation 
• Dedication to the community of St. Timothy and the Catholic Church by participating in liturgical celebrations, prayer and service, requested parish events, etc.