Job Opening: Coordinator of Religious Education (CRE) at St. Mary Parish
Maria Hayes • July 16, 2025
Do you have a passion for forming disciples and sharing the Catholic Faith?
St. Mary of the Annunciation Catholic Church in New Albany is seeking a Coordinator of Religious Education (CRE) to help lead and support our parish’s catechetical mission.
This vital role focuses on guiding children and families from Pre-K through Grade 12 in growing closer to Christ through vibrant, faithful religious education. The ideal candidate will be bilingual (English & Spanish) and have a strong understanding of Church teaching, along with the skills to support catechists and lead engaging formation programs.
The CRE partners with the pastor and parish community to ensure that the Gospel is handed on with joy and clarity to the next generation.
Full-time and part-time applicants will be considered.
Full Job Description Here
Apply by sending your resume and cover letter to:
Fr. Jeremy Gries at
FrGries@HolyFamilyNewAlbany.org
Summer is always an awesome time in youth ministry! With more free time and the warm weather, there’s so much fun to be had with the teens of Holy Family! And as the Director of Youth Ministry, I have the privilege of hanging out with our students all summer long! First up was Summer Daze ! Summer Daze is a middle school service and social event that has been happening in our deanery for decades. Middle school students from across all 16 parishes are invited to join in four days of service in the community and an afternoon of social and fun! This year, a total of 21 students from Holy Family participated. From serving those in need at Harrison County Community Services to baking cookies and visiting some of our parishioners, our students had the opportunity to live out the principle that each person is made in the image and likeness of God. We ended each day with some fun: visiting Strike and Spare, Corydon Cinemas, and Malibu Jack’s! Some of our high schoolers attended Faith in Action , a local mission trip based at Mount Saint Francis, at the beginning of July. Some may know that FIA was a deanery staple, and it was reintroduced this year! Three students from Holy Family (and a couple of college and adult leaders) spent a week at a particular work site, refinishing and moving furniture for St. Vincent de Paul, serving the homeless at Harrison County Community Services, and so much more! The nights were spent back at the Mount, playing games, hearing witnesses, and worshipping the Lord in prayer and Adoration. Outside of service and mission opportunities, 13 students and some awesome parents joined us for our annual Holiday World adventure! Roller coasters, water coasters, and lots of walking always equal a fun day with friends! While summer continues to draw to a close, please keep our young people and our ministry in your prayers! Be sure to keep yourself updated on all things youth ministry on our website! In Christ, Abbi Harbeson
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Please be aware that sections of our parish parking lot will be closed the week of July 21–24 for sealing and striping. July 21 & 22 – The White and Blue sections will be closed July 23 & 24 – The Red section will be closed A color-coded map is included to help guide you during this time. Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we maintain our campus for the safety and benefit of all!
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Looking for a meaningful way to connect with your pastor? Fr. Jeremy Gries is inviting parishioners he hasn’t yet had the chance to visit with for dinner, conversation, and community — all in the comfort of your own home. What is “You Sign Up – I Show Up”? It’s exactly what it sounds like! You sign up for a dinner, and Fr. Jeremy will show up — ready to share a meal, engage in faith-filled conversation, and even offer a Home Blessing if you'd like. This is a casual, 90-minute visit designed to build stronger relationships between pastor and parishioner without taking over your evening (or his!). Whether you're a young family, retired couple, or single parishioner, this is a great opportunity to get to know Fr. Jeremy better and share your experiences of parish life. How to Sign Up Spots are limited, so if you haven’t had a meal with Fr. Jeremy before, we encourage you to sign up soon. If you’ve already participated in the past, we kindly ask that you give others a chance this time around. 📅 Sign up now to host Fr. Jeremy for dinner – and let him come to you! (Insert link or instructions for sign-up here)
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Registration is now open for Holy Family’s 2025–26 Family Formation Program!
130 children had a blast at this year’s Deanery Totus Tuus and Vacation Bible School, held June 9–13 on Our Lady’s campus! Our PreK4–Kindergarten group explored the Sacraments through Bible stories, crafts, games, songs, and snacks. Students in grades 1–6 learned about the Sacraments and the Joyful Mysteries through classroom lessons, songs, prayer, games, daily Mass, and more, all led by our amazing missionary team: Stephanie, Mia, Nathan, and Ethan. A heartfelt thank you to all the volunteers and donors who helped make it a joyful and faith-filled week!
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