Carol Ann Matz has over 10 years of experience as the Coordinator of Faith Formation and Youth Ministry at Annunciation Parish in Hazleton, PA. She grew program participation by 172% and oversaw faith formation classes, sacramental preparation, and over 25 yearly events. Matz also has experience as the Vacation Bible School Coordinator at two parishes and currently works as an Office Manager for an insurance agency. She holds certifications in safe environment training and as a Master Catechist.

1. CAROL ANN MATZ
12 Old Route 93
Hazleton, PA 18202
570-956-0817
gemstone@juno.com
PROFILE
Passionate about sharing my love for Christ with others through my work ethics and actions in a Catholic
Church or faith-based setting. Significant experience as program coordinator for over 265 students in a multi-
cultural parish from grades 1–12. Ability to adapt and fully use Parish software and database tools quickly.
Experience working with large amounts of data to ensure accuracy and integrity. Hands-on approach and
proven success in program development and execution increasing participation at the Parish and community
levels. Significant experience with diverse populations crossing age groups. Certified Virtus Safe Environment
facilitator. Current Pennsylvania Act 33/34 and FBI clearances. Willing to relocate.
EXPERIENCE
Coordinator of Faith Formation and Youth Ministry
Annunciation Parish – Hazleton, PA
 Faith Formation program administrator
o Grew program participation by 172% over ten year period including all
Sacramental preparation classes from Baptism to Confirmation
o Scheduled 15 weekly classes in multiple locations
o Designed a Home Program for students unable to attend classes
o Organized and implemented more than 25 yearly program events
including spiritual, service, social, and fundraising
o Attended Parish and Diocesan meetings as needed
o Held an annual Afternoon of Reflection for the catechetical staff
o Offered continuous education opportunities to catechetical staff
o Supervised a catechetical staff of 30 members
 Operations coordinator
o Used Parish Data System for record keeping includingstudent
attendance, sacramental information, and fees paid
o Documented police clearance and criminal check records of all
program adult volunteers and staff
o Maintained records of Virtus Safe Environment Program of all program
volunteers, reporting necessary documentation to Diocese
 Budgeting and finance
o Managed annual and weekly expenses and revenue for Faith
Formation and Youth Ministry budgets
o Prepared financial statements, reconciled monthly bank statements for
the Faith Formation and Youth Accounts
o Granted waivers of fees for those with financial hardships
 Youth Ministry coordinator
o Designed Youth Ministry program over 40 high school students and
teens which included a Youth Leader and a Summer Youth Program
o Organized and coordinated all youth activities throughout the year
including March for Life, the "Kid Zone" for the annual two day, three
night Parish Festival, youth rallies and retreats, many other activities
inside and outside the Parish
o Promoted participation in the Diocesan International Student
Leadership Institute program
o Sought out or developed opportunities for students to grow in
leadership abilities
Aug. 2006 - May 2016

2. Vacation Bible School Coordinator
Annunciation Parish – Hazleton, PA
Transfiguration Parish – Hazleton, PA
 Researched and selected programs based on youth development, message,
and Catholic doctrine
 Managed schedules, classroom set-ups including skit props and staging
 Recruited Parish volunteers and community members for teaching and
activities coordination
 Advertised and promoted the program across local parishes, businesses and
newspapers
Jul. 2011 – Jul. 2015
Jul. 2005 – Jul.2006
Office Manager
State Farm Insurance - Gregory Matz Agency – Harleigh, PA
 Maintained all aspects of the office operations
 Interviewed, hired and trained clerical staff
 Initiated and maintained all employment paperwork including payroll records
 Handled insurance needs of clients
Oct. 1990 – Current
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Member, Parish Council – Annunciation Parish, Hazleton, PA 2006 – 2016
Board Member - Haven for Woman Pregnancy Crisis Center, Hazleton, PA 2009 – 2012
Co-Coordinator & Catechist – Good Shepherd Church, Drums PA 1998 – 2006
Administrative Assistant – St. Vincent Hospital, New York, NY 1984 – 1985
Human Resources Assistant – Pannell Kerr Forster, New York, NY 1982 – 1984
Executive Assistant – Baptist Medical Center, Brooklyn NY 1974 – 1982
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION
Diocese of Scranton Lay Formation Program, University of Dayton Oct 2015 – present
Safe Environment Program Facilitator Certification, Diocese of Scranton 2015
Diocese of Scranton Master Catechist Certificate, Catholic Distance University 2008
State Insurance License in Property and Casualty, State Farm Insurance 2003