Discipleship Ministries

Share Your Faith!

If you are passionate about your faith, consider sharing it with others! This is a chance for you to build relationships, foster spiritual growth, and leave a lasting legacy of faith. Walk alongside those who are encountering Christ in a deeply personal way, and guide them toward a fuller understanding and reception of the foundational sacraments.

Who are we looking for?

You don’t need to be a theologian to help in our discipleship ministries, but you should posses:

• A love for Jesus Christ and His Church.
• A desire to share your faith with others.
• Patience, understanding, and a joyful spirit.
• A commitment to ongoing faith formation (we will provide support!)
• A willingness to serve typically one night a week during our programs.

If you would like to learn more about a specific position, reach out to one of our Discipleship Team members for more information. Find their contact information at the bottom of this page.

Current Open Positions:

2 Catechists for Third Grade
1 Catechist/Aide for Fourth Grade
1 Hall Monitor

If you or someone you know would make a great fit for any of these positions, or if you have any questions, please reach out to our Elementary Discipleship Coordinator, Erin Pilarski, at epilarski@oll.org.

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OCIA Team – This is a ministry of accompaniment as the ministry team listens, helps to find answers to the catechumens’ and candidates’ faith questions, and supports our candidates and catechumens on their faith journeys. You must be a Confirmed Catholic in good standing with a desire to lead people into the Catholic faith. You will receive continual training and support throughout the year during classes and occasional team meetings.

OCIA Sponsor – Support a catechumen or candidate who is preparing to join the Catholic Church. There are once-a-month Sponsor Nights, Masses with rites, and the Easter Vigil or Confirmation Mass. You must be a Confirmed Catholic in good standing with a desire to lead people into the Catholic faith. You will be trained at the first Sponsor Night, and you will receive support throughout the year.

High School Youth Group Leader* – Leaders walk alongside teens in intentional discipleship by sharing in prayer, formation, and activities as our teens grow a deeper understanding of their Catholic identity. Our High School Youth Group meets on Sundays, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m., from October through April. They also participate in service and youth group retreats. Protecting God’s Children is required to participate.

Confirmation Service, Socials, and Retreats Volunteer* – Support our middle school students at Confirmation service events, socials, and retreats as needed throughout the year. Training is provided before each event.

Confirmation Catechist or Aide*^ – If you enjoy spending time with middle school youth and want to support their faith growth, please consider becoming a Confirmation catechist or aide. You facilitate lessons and attend Sunday evening sessions. Catechist training is provided, and support is provided throughout the school year. Classes meet on Sundays, 4:30 – 6:00 p.m., from September through April.

Children’s Catechist or Aide*^ – If you enjoy spending time with elementary children and want to support their growth in the faith, please consider becoming a Catechist or Aide. Our elementary curriculum requires minimal preparation time and provides you with everything you need to share the Catholic faith with our students effectively. Classes meet on Sundays, 4:30 – 6:00 p.m., from September through April.

Children’s Hall Monitor* – Our Hall Monitors keep watch in the Gathering Space during our Discipleship classes. They act as security for the doors, letting in latecomers and monitoring the space. Classes meet on Sundays, 4:30 – 6:00 p.m., from September through April.

Floater* – Our floater role is someone who roams around the building throughout the night. They visit each class, helping when needed with projects, bathroom breaks, or even filling in as a substitute aide or catechist. Classes meet on Sundays, 4:30 – 6:00 p.m., from September through April.

Substitute Catechists* – If you are unable to commit to being a Catechist or Aide for an entire year, consider stepping in occasionally as a substitute. Our curriculum requires minimal preparation time and provides you with everything you need to share the Catholic faith with our students effectively. Classes meet on Sundays, 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. or 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., from September through April.

* Volunteers must complete Protecting God’s Children training (18+) or consent to the Standards of Ministerial Behavior (<18).

^ Catechists receive free discipleship tuition for their own children. Aides receive 50% off tuition for their own children.

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