Father Brian Crenwelge is appointed pastor of St. John University Parish in Morgantown, with continued residence at the parish rectory, effective July 29, 2020. This is in addition to his current assignments as director of Campus Ministry at West Virginia University and director of Vocations.
To read more about Fr. Brian, click here.

 All non-essential meetings, gatherings, and parish events are still cancelled
in response to the corona virus pandemic.

The parish office is open by appointment and for phone calls and delieveries Mon-Fri from 9:00 am-12:00 pm and 1:00-3:00 pm

You may reach members of the parish staff by email 

May Jesus, the Divine Physician, send his healing grace upon the people he has redeemed. Let us hold one another close in prayer and Christian love.

 

“To fall in love with God is the greatest romance; to seek him the greatest adventure; to find him, the greatest human achievement..” -St. Augustine
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The St. John University Parish Newman Center at West Virginia University is seeking a person who is devoted to bringing the souls of college students into a deeper relationship with Christ and His Church as the new Director of Programs & Development for Campus Ministry. 

This campus minister will work with the priest chaplain to foster an environment of hospitality, discipleship, prayer, love of the Church and her teachings, love of the Sacraments, and relational ministry, that is apparent to all who come to the Newman Center or interact with its initiatives. This person will help plan and facilitate the weekly Newman Center events, and develop and implement catechetical opportunities and pastoral services including semesterly retreats, faith-sharing groups, and other formational events, appropriate to the needs, concerns, and schedules of the community. The campus minister will also plan and oversee strategic events to build support from alumni and the broader community, as well as work with the chaplain to develop and manage the budget.

Requirements: Must be able to give evidence of personal love and witness to, and sound knowledge of, the teachings and life of the Catholic Church.  A Masters Degree in Theology, or related field preferred. C.C.M.A. Certification or another Campus Ministry based certification preferred (or willing to pursue certification).  Experience in and knowledge of campus life.  Interpersonal communication and effective presentation skills. Ability to organize and facilitate meetings and work collaboratively in a team environment. Other skills include, but are not limited to: effective planning and time management, writing proficiency using Microsoft Office and new technologies, graphic design for advertising/flyers.

Please send in a copy of your resume and a cover letter to bcrenwelge@dwc.org. For full job description please contact the Human Resources Office at the Diocese.