Volunteer Pastoral Care Coordinator

About the Media Education Society

The Media Education Society is a 501(c)(3) public charity rooted in Catholic Social Teaching, dedicated to promoting media literacy education through the lens of the common good. We believe media literacy is essential for faith formation, informed citizenship, personal agency, and community resilience. Our apostolic movement empowers individuals and communities with the skills to discern, navigate, and create media that upholds their Judeo-Christian values.

Position Summary

We are seeking a compassionate, spiritually mature Volunteer Pastoral Care Coordinator to serve as a volunteer within our faith-based media ministry. The Pastoral Care Coordinator will play a vital role in connecting individuals assisted by the Media Education Society to their local parish communities, offering intercessory prayer, and providing spiritual support aligned with Catholic faith and doctrine. This position is ideal for someone with strong theological grounding and a deep desire to serve others through the healing power of prayer and pastoral presence.

Key Responsibilities

Spiritual Support & Pastoral Connection
• Provide intercessory prayer and spiritual encouragement to individuals who reach out to the ministry.
• Serve as a compassionate presence and a listening ear for those seeking faith-based support.
• Direct individuals to appropriate parish resources and encourage engagement with their local pastors and parish communities.

Ministry Collaboration & Outreach
• Serve as a bridge between the Media Education Society and Catholic parishes by fostering relationships with clergy and local church leaders.
• Maintain a confidential and prayerful environment for all spiritual interactions.
• Offer insights and spiritual feedback to the leadership team to help enhance the pastoral dimension of the ministry’s outreach.

Who You Are

• A practicing Catholic with solid faith formation and commitment to the Magisterium of the Catholic Church.
  • Experienced in catechesis, theology, pastoral ministry, or religious education (formal or informal).
  • Gifted in the ministry of intercession and pastoral care.
  • Comfortable praying with and for others, both in writing and in conversation.
  • A servant leader with humility, empathy, and discretion.
  • Passionate about helping others reconnect with the sacraments, parish life, and the healing presence of Christ.

Our Values: P.E.T.E.R.

Volunteers are expected to embody and promote our core organizational values:
Passion – For Christ, the common good, and transformative education
Education – Commitment to continuous learning and sharing knowledge
Teamwork – Collaborative spirit rooted in humility and service
Excellence – Striving for quality in all aspects of leadership
Respect – For people, ideas, and diverse faith expressions

Volunteer Commitment

Time Commitment – Approximately 3–5 hours per month, including prayer outreach, responding to requests, and coordination with leadership.
Engagement – Remain in regular communication with the leadership team to report on ministry needs and suggest improvements.
Confidentiality – Uphold strict confidentiality and discretion in all pastoral interactions.

Application Instructions

To be considered for this volunteer role, please submit:
• A cover letter outlining your interest and alignment with our mission
• A professional resume or CV highlighting relevant pastoral or theological experience
• Contact information for two references (at least one pastoral or ministry-related)

Send all application materials to: rose@lugomediaworks.com
A catechesis assessment and background check are required.
Deadline: Applications reviewed on a rolling basis

Join the Movement

Be a champion of faith-based media literacy. Help us claim media for Christ, empower the next generation, and build a more just and discerning society.