Director of Liturgy

Job Description

St. Rose of Lima Parish in Gaithersburg Maryland is hiring a Director of Liturgy.
This is a full time role and will report to the Pastor.

Position Summary:
The Parish Director of Liturgy assists the pastor in promoting the liturgical life of the parish, coordinates liturgical ministries, and provides training and resources for ongoing formation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1) Implements intercultural sensitivity in preparing, coordinating, and implementing communal prayer and liturgy throughout the liturgical year.

2) Manages details for the celebration of weekend masses, daily masses, and communal prayer celebrated at the parish.

3) Collaborates with key staff members and parishioners regarding preparation for liturgical celebrations at the parish.

4) Recruits, trains, and overseas liturgical ministers.

5) Coordinates the liturgical budget, supplies, and environment.

6) Administers the liturgical calendar, to include scheduling guest presiders, oversees announcements, intercessions, and scripts.

7) Provides oversight and organization of baptisms, weddings, and funerals.

8) Manages the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) process to include collaboration with religious education staff members.

9) Develops opportunities for liturgical catechesis.

Requirements:

Practicing Catholic in good standing.
BA in Theology or Liturgy preferred.
Three to five years of experience in Catholic liturgy.
Experience with the OCIA process.
Strong organizational and collaborative skills.
Available to work nights and weekends.
Bilingual English and Spanish preferred.

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