Pastoral Associate of Stewardship and Ministry

Job Description

Pastoral Associate of Stewardship and Ministry

Terms: Full-time employee
Posted: October 10 2024
Expires: When filled
Category: Pastoral Ministry
Salary: Base pay 60K per year (or higher based on experience and other factors)
Education: Degree in theology or related field
Experience: 3-5 years +;

St. Benedict Parish, Canandaigua, NY seeks qualified candidates for a Pastoral Associate of Stewardship and Ministry. This position is responsible for assisting the pastor in leading the parish's ministry programs and building up our parishes in a spirit of stewardship. This role involves supervising volunteers and coordinating with staff on common objectives and assisting the pastor with supervision of all parish ministries.

St. Benedict Parish is a large and active parish in a small city. It is a wonderful, but ever busy place filled with exceptional people who are working very hard to build up the Body of Christ. The candidate who gets this opportunity will love it here! However the need is great in the parish for this position. Energetic, hard workers thrive here. I thank you for your consideration. https://stbenedictonline.org

Essential Functions:

Manage paid and unpaid teams to effectively coordinate and supervise all catechetical and sacramental processes.

Uphold and align with the vision of the pastor on building up the ministries of the parish.

Facilitate and monitor the processes for Baptism, Marriage, First Penance, First Communion, and Confirmation.

Assist in recommending policy for the continued integration and development of St. Mary's School within the parish.

Plan and engage in stewardship and development events for the parish. This includes retreats, luncheons, dinners, and other social events that might be used to that end.

Oversee a large visitation ministry and supervise Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion that visit our very large community of seniors and disabled.

Ministry Responsibilities:

Facilitate and oversee the theological content and administration of OCIA and all Sacramental Preparation. Assist the parish by building up these existing ministries.

Oversee and assist in supervising Faith Formation and participating as needed.

Facilitate the development of small Christian communities in the parish.

Assist with record keeping; scheduling; and other administrative tasks as needed. Order supplies as needed.

Assist the pastor with operational concerns as needed.

Be present at liturgical celebrations.

Position Qualifications:

Degree in Theology preferred (Related fields acceptable)

Experience in working/volunteering in the parish/diocesan level

Strong organization skills highly preferred

Proficient with digital media and social media

Public speaking and strong interpersonal/social skills

Able to work joyfully with others

Strong or developing leadership skills

About the Employer

To proclaim and build up the Kingdom of God in our community and world.