Baptism Preparation Coordinator Overview

Baptism is an initiation into the Paschal Mystery and life in a community of faith. Under the direction of the Rector and in cooperative effort with the Pastoral Team, the Baptism Preparation Coordinator organizes and facilitates the process of preparing families to cele rate the Baptism of their child. The Baptism Preparation Coordinator shares a love for the Church, an understanding of Baptism as a !acrament of "nitiation and em odies the importance of #ospitality.

Activities/Responsibilities
Commits to the full process. Maintains a current list of Baptism Preparation Team Mem ers Maintains contact list of parents wanting to participate in the Baptism Preparation. $nsures any changes in the list of Baptism Preparation Team Mem ers are communicated promptly to the Parish %olunteer !creening Committee. "mplements the Baptism Preparation process as developed in consultation with the Rector. Recruits, trains, supervises and evaluates Baptism Preparation Team Mem ers. $nsures that appropriate materials are availa le for the program and to recommend the purchase of re&uired resources to the Rector. Collects registrations and aptismal certificates and completes all administrative wor'. (ssists in setting dates and preparing for liturgies. )acilitates information and parent meetings for Baptism Preparation. $nsures that a prayerful spirit prevails throughout the Preparation process. "s responsi le for replacement of Baptism Preparation Team Mem ers in the event of short notice cancellation. Meets with families who are una le to attend meetings and*or gatherings. (rranges for certificates and for names to e recorded in the Parish registers. Colla orates with the Rector and with other mem ers of the parish staff, integrating his*her own area of responsi ility with the overall parish process. "s responsi le for the periodic evaluation of all aspects of the process. (ttends and participates in the liturgical cele rations when availa le. !chedules and is availa le for all team meetings.

Skills, Experience, and Quali ications

"s a fully initiated mem er of the Catholic Church in good standing. Must e at least +, years of age and e a confirmed, practicing Catholic #as een an active mem er of the parish for at least - years. "s recognized within the parish community as a person of solid reputation. )ormal studies or training in the area of theology, religious education or pastoral ministry is recommended. !hould have e.perience in Baptism Preparation process. #as appropriate leadership, organizational and facilitation s'ills and the a ility to implement programs. "s a le to coach, delegate, foster open communication, develop team dynamics and support the gifts of others in ministry.

Can relate effectively and communicate clearly with others. "n cases of emergency, 'nows contacts and*or procedures. Must e willing to participate in current and ongoing formation.

Personal !raits and Qualities

/esires to serve the community and to commit time and talents to this ministry. 0eeds to e a person of prayer. /esires to develop a deeper understanding and appreciation of the sacraments and their cele ration. #as a helpful, supportive and nonthreatening attitude. #onest, dependa le and can maintain strict confidentiality. #as the a ility to wor' independently or as part of a team. "s comforta le with eing accounta le and is sensitive to the o servance of proper oundaries. #as a willingness to wor' with the Rector, Pastoral Team and Baptism Preparation Team to ensure the ministry is conducted with efficiency, decorum and reverence. Pays close attention to detail. #as a spirit of generosity.

Orientation and !rainin"

Training and formation provided y Rector and*or the /iocese of Calgary.

Participant #roup
Parents involved in the Preparation for Baptism, !ponsors and Baptism Preparation Team Mem ers.

Support, Supervision, and Evaluation

The Rector and*or Pastoral Team are the first level of support, supervision and evaluation.

Bene its and $orkin" Conditions

1ill enhance personal growth of faith. 1ill further develop leadership, training and facilitation s'ills. 2pportunity to perform community service and gain e.perience for the purpose of school or career advancement. Must e a le to attend orientation session, training sessions and regular meetings as re&uired. This is a Medium ris' position. Completion of a %olunteer "nformation )orm is re&uired. Training and orientation are re&uired. There will e supervision and periodic evaluations.

Screenin" Recommendations

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