The Catholic Pro-Life Community, the Respect Life Ministry of the Diocese of Dallas commissioned in 1993, is devoted to ending abortion and restoring respect and legal protection for every human life.

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We Lead, as the respect life ministry, the events, activities, and share sanctity of life news for North Texas.

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We Connect to parishes, schools, and the greater community to provide resources to promote life.

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We Support moms and babies in need with the Project Gabriel ministry.

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We Heal men and women hurting from a past abortion experience with the healing retreats of Project Joseph© and Rachel’s Vineyard.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

This part-time (20 hours a week) Spanish-speaking position leads the Spanish Virtual Education (SVED) program. SVED is an educational program that extends the ministry of Project Gabriel to those Spanish-speaking mothers who are desiring more for themselves and their children. SVED offers mothers opportunities to learn more about themselves and their Christian faith, about being better parents and about gaining the knowledge and life skills to help take their place in the larger world of work, education, and service. SVED arose to address a very real need – namely, the need for women to develop self-esteem, realize their God-given abilities and be empowered to learn and make good choices.

This position is a part-time, 20-hour-a-week position that includes some evenings and Saturdays throughout the year. The SVED Coordinator must be fluent in Spanish and English.

Also, the SVED Coordinator will report directly to the Director of Project Gabriel.

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Expand the SVED educational topics offered and seek and schedule speakers accordingly. Once topics and schedule are established, create and distribute the yearly calendar of SVED classes.

• Coordinate all aspects of SVED program including the day’s lunch, daycare, and transportation for each class held in person by working with staff, volunteers, and Gabriel Angels (mentors to moms).

• Conduct SVED classes held in ZOOM and in person.

• Work with the moms and their Gabriel Angel to help set goals and work towards achieving them. Communicate regularly with moms and their Gabriel Angels to keep them up to date as to the progress in the SVED Program.

• Inform and remind moms, volunteers, Gabriel Angels and staff of SVED classes and various events taking place within the SVED program.

• Participate with the PG staff in conducting periodic Gabriel Angel Trainings when scheduled.

• Complete various reports, take attendance and ensure all communications and conversations with our moms and their Gabriel Angels are properly recorded in our in-house database.

• Participate in team meetings and contribute to the overall success of the ministry.

• Assist in planning and organizing events that promote awareness of the Project Gabriel Ministry and its mission within the Diocesan parishes and throughout the community.

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KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Passion for Protection of Life. A heartfelt desire to join a community of love and dedication to the most important cause – Life. The Catholic Pro-Life Community doesn’t just do pro-life work as some hobby to be squeezed in when we have time, but as the very heart and soul of our quest for justice in this world.

• Proven Communication and Relationship Skills. Strong interpersonal & communication skills, with an emphasis on active listening, understanding and patience. A pleasant demeanor and the ability to handle interpersonal relationships with discernment and empathy is key. Must be fluent in both English and Spanish.

• Natural Relationship Skills. An ability to make a good first impression through a positive combination of professionalism, trustworthiness, and an honest appreciation for other people.

• Dedication to our Community. The willingness and ability to demonstrate the values of the CPLC by consistently and positively serving as a ""face"" of the CPLC to the Diocese of Dallas and the broader pro-life community. Acceptance of the teachings of the Church, especially the teachings on life issues. Active membership in a parish/faith community in good standing with the Church. Compliance with all Safe Environment requirements of the Diocese of Dallas and the CPLC.

• Teachable and Adaptable. Willing to learn and work cooperatively with team members and Gabriel Angels (mentors) to provide superior care, education, and resources to moms in need.

• Proven Leader. Ability to guide, encourage and to emotionally support the Gabriel moms & their Gabriel Angels to achieve the desired ministry goals.

• Foundational Experience. The ability to speak and write proficiently in Spanish and in English is essential. Solid experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point) is required.