Job Title: Missionary

Date Posted: July 2024

Location: in-person in Big Sandy, TX 

Classification: Full-time, Exempt

Schedule: Varies, frequent nights and weekends but ample time off also provided

Duration: 9 months (mid-August to mid-May)

Compensation: $500 biweekly stipend; health insurance offered

Education: High school diploma

Supervisor: Director of Retreats

Faith Affiliation: Roman Catholic

Summary:

As a Missionary at The Pines Catholic Camp, you will be instrumental in shaping the spiritual and personal growth of retreatants through outdoor ministry and education with an emphasis on relational strategies. Your example of faith and service as a disciple will serve as a model for the retreatants you lead. You will be immersed in a community that values authentic relationships, prayer, and the sacraments. Missionaries and camp staff collaborate closely to create an environment where retreatants can encounter Christ and deepen their relationship with Him.

Responsibilities: 

Discipleship:

• Lead retreatants to take steps in their faith journey through individual and group interactions, helping them grow in their understanding of the Catholic faith and the teachings of the Church

Retreat Facilitation: 

• Facilitate small group discussions and team building activities
• Prepare and deliver talks around catechetical concepts and testimony themes
• Lead retreatants into reverent prayer experiences such as Eucharistic Adoration, Mass, and Stations of the Cross
• Supervise and facilitate recreational activities such as ziplining, high ropes, low ropes, archery, and water activities
• Teach our environmental education curriculum to school groups of 5th grade students

Hospitality: 

• Extend warm hospitality to retreatants, providing a welcoming and comfortable environment conducive to prayer, reflection, and community building. 

Camp Operations:

• Assist with various camp operations to ensure a smooth and enjoyable retreat experience for all participants.
• Work primarily in outdoor environments throughout camp property.

Required Qualifications:

• Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Self-motivated team player with the ability to collaborate effectively
• Proficiency in leading prayers, facilitating discussions, and engaging in pastoral care
• A desire to lead others in constant conversion
• Commitment to personal spiritual growth and ongoing formation
• Safe Environment training and certification through the Diocese of Tyler (training provided if necessary)
• Background check required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with youth and/or in a camp environment

Additional Information: 

• Training, certifications, formation, and support will be provided to ensure the successful completion of responsibilities.
• Housing and meals are provided on-site at The Pines Catholic Camp for year-round retreat missionaries.
• Single and married individuals will be considered.
• Please see thepines.org/missionary for more information.

*NOTE: This job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to change based on the evolving needs of The Pines Catholic Camp.

How to Apply: 

Interested candidates should submit a resume outlining their qualifications for the position to tara@thepines.org. 

Application Deadline: August 11, 2024