Posted
2/6/2024
Job Title:
Intercultural Ministries
Hours:
Full time
Organization:
Diocese of Gary
9292 Broadway
Merrillville, IN
46410
dcgary.org
Description:
Consultation and Administrative Services on behalf of the Bishop and Various Pastoral Center Departments and Programs
Conduct and share research pertaining to ministries/programs serving distinct communities
As part of the Missionary Discipleship and Evangelization department, assist the Bishop in developing, communicating and implementing multicultural vision
Develop diocesan initiatives/programs
Support Diocese of Gary’s Social Teaching Commission
Perform administrative tasks such as writing reports, budgeting, etc.
Consultation Services on Behalf of Parishes
Assist pastors to recognize, appreciate and address various spiritual, liturgical, and social needs of distinct communities they minister to
Share best practices pertaining to intercultural ministries, diversity and inclusion training and link pastors to resources
Identify funding and other resources that can underwrite the pursuit of parishes’ intercultural ministries
Assist with immigration and tribunal issues as needed
Consultation and Coordination Services on Behalf of Distinct Communities in the Diocese of Gary
Research, communicate and advocate best practices pertaining to intercultural ministry to service distinct communities
Coordinate with others to plan gatherings/events/liturgical celebrations important to distinct communities
Identify training and development opportunities to advance efforts of affinities cohorts
Support affinity cohorts by identifying human and funding resources for their work and advocating for the cohorts
Requirements:
The Diocese of Gary is seeking a Missionary Team Member to serve the distinct Intercultural communities within Northwest Indiana. The ideal candidate will have a passion for advocating, supporting and empowering various groups, parishes and helping educate others to do the same.
Qualifications:
Minimum of bachelor’s degree, graduate degree in relevant discipline preferred such as Pastoral Ministry or Theology
Dedication and commitment to pursuing the mission of the Catholic faith
Knowledge of cultural identities, spiritualities, and histories of distinct communities within the diocese (e.g., communities of color, the other-abled, Hispanic etc.)
Strong communication skills
Sensitivity and responsiveness to needs of diverse communities
Fluency in Spanish
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