Mission Formation Ministers: Faith Formation Community Outreach and Hispanic/Latino Leaders

About Maryknoll and the Mission Formation Ministry:

Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers is a Catholic missionary organization

committed to making God’s love visible in the world through accompaniment,

solidarity, and witness to the Gospel. Rooted in over a century of

cross-cultural mission, Maryknoll fosters a deep commitment to justice, peace,

and global solidarity.

The Mission Formation Ministry (MFM) equips U.S. Catholics to live as missionary

disciples through faith formation, mission education, immersion experiences,

and pastoral outreach. We accompany individuals and communities—including young

adults, Hispanic/Latino leaders, especially catechists, teachers, and parish

leaders—in responding to the Gospel call to transformative mission.

Position Summary:

Maryknoll is seeking two collaborative and mission-oriented Mission

Formation Ministers. One will focus on outreach to the Faith Formation and Catechetical Community and the other one will focus on outreach to Hispanic/Latino Leaders. Both positions will lead initiatives that engage and accompany those involved in parish, diocesan, and campus-based faith formation. This role is vital to building partnerships, delivering dynamic mission education, facilitating immersion experiences, and offering formation resources that empower Church leaders and educators to form others as

missionary disciples.

The minister will collaborate with other team members to deliver high-quality programming and support the strategic goals of Maryknoll’s Mission Formation Ministry, with particular emphasis on catechists, pastoral ministers, and faith formation leaders.

Education: B.A. or B.S., as well as a graduate degree in theology or pastoral ministry, or equivalent experience in the areas of theology, catechesis, mission, social justice, teaching, pastoral ministry, etc. is required.

Key Responsibilities:

Cultivation & Collaboration: Build and sustain relationships with leaders in faith formation,

catechetical, and pastoral ministry at the parish, diocesan, and campus levels.

Represent Maryknoll in regional and national networks and events.

Formation Leadership: Develop and facilitate mission formation events—including

workshops, retreats, parish missions, and online classes—especially for those

forming others in the faith.

Immersion Experiences: Design and lead international and domestic immersion trips in collaboration with faith formation programs, including all stages of trip

preparation, facilitation, and post-trip reflection.

Resource Development: Create and promote engaging mission-focused print and digital materials tailored to the needs of formation and pastoral leaders.

Vocational Promotion: Integrate vocational awareness into all ministry activities and

support the work of Maryknoll’s Vocations Ministry by identifying and

encouraging potential candidates.

Team Contribution: Participate actively in planning, reporting, evaluation, and team

collaboration to strengthen the overall impact of the Mission Formation

Ministry.

General Administration: Maintain records, ensure timely reporting, comply with all

safeguarding protocols, and contribute to ongoing professional and ministerial

development.

Qualifications:

• • A deep commitment to Catholic mission and the vision of missionary discipleship
  • Background in theology, pastoral ministry, or related field
  • Experience planning, facilitating or leading immersion/service trips
  • Experience in young adult ministry or campus ministry (parish, diocesan, or academic setting)
  • Strong communication, presentation, and facilitation skills
  • Experience with program planning, group leadership, and team collaboration
  • Willingness to travel for events, conferences, and immersion trips
  • Familiarity with Catholic Social Teaching, global mission, and intercultural engagement
  • A collaborative, flexible spirit and a desire to work within a mission-driven team
  • Highly organized, self-motivated, and grounded in the spirit of collaboration and service
  • Bilingual and fluent in Spanish and English.
  • Regular hours include some evenings and weekends, as well as domestic and international travel.