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HELP WANTED


YOUTH MINISTER- ST. AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC CHURCH YOUTH MINISTER – ST. AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC CHURCH Part of the Christ Our Light Family of Parishes Position: Youth Minister (Grades 7–12) | Approximately 19 hours per week Are you passionate about helping young people grow in their faith and build a vibrant relationship with Christ? St. Augustine Catholic Church in Minster, Ohio, is seeking an enthusiastic and faith-filled Youth Minister to lead and grow our ministry for students in grades 7–12. As our Youth Minister, you will:

· Foster a welcoming and engaging environment where young people can grow in their Catholic faith and become active participants in the life of the Church.

· Plan and lead youth group, retreats, service projects, and special events.

· Recruit and coordinate a team of adult volunteers to support youth ministry activities. This position requires flexibility to work some nights and weekends, along with the ability to accommodate seasonal demands such as church Holidays, special liturgies, and occasional other parish events.

We are seeking a practicing Catholic who strives to live a life guided by the Gospel, rooted in regular personal prayer, and committed to active participation in the Catholic faith community. If you are ready to make a lasting impact in the lives of young people and bring fresh energy to our parish, we want to hear from you! To Apply: please send your resume and cover letter to: Jodie Blindauer, Director of Evangelization St. Augustine Catholic Church P. O. Box 93, Minster, OH 45865 jblindauer@christourlightohio.org Application Deadline: June 23, 2025

For Full Job Description click HERE


Answer the Call to Share the Faith

We’re looking for a few faith-filled individuals to join our religious education team as catechists! Opportunities are available for:

  • 1st and 2nd Grade on Thursday afternoons from 1:45–2:45 PM
  • 4th, 5th, and 6th Grade on Wednesday mornings from 8:40–9:40 AM

Being a catechist is a beautiful way to help our youth grow in their relationship with Christ while deepening your own faith journey. If you feel called to serve, or just want to learn more, please contact Kim Wiford at 419-628-3434 or crek8@staugie.com. We’d love to have you join us!

 

Family Rosary

Thursday, July 3rd at 7:00 pm. Please join us as we give thanks for our blessings, pray for our children, pray for the sick and dying, our parish family, and our country!


4th of July

St. Augustine will have Mass on Friday, July 4th at 8:00 AM with confessions to follow. All parish offices will be closed.


Mission Commission Meeting

Monday, July 7th at 6:30 pm in the Parish Center


Ministry of Mothers Meeting

Monday, July 7th at 7:00 pm in the Parish Center. 

 

Mission Commission Garage Sale

Mark your calendars! Annual Mission Commission Garage Sale will be held July 21-23 at the Minster K of C Hall. More details to follow. 


Music Ministry News

The St. Augustine Music Ministry is pleased to announce two Masses with unique musical features this summer. We hope you will be able to join us for both!

  • Brass Showcase Mass complete with special and grand music arrangements at the 9:00 AM Mass on July 27th.
  • The St. John the Baptist (Glandorf) Men's Choir will join the St. Augustine Men's Choir for a special reunion program called Taste and See, at the 11:00 AM Mass on Sunday, August 17th.