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Opportunities at Parishes in the Archdiocese of Chicago

Contact:

Anna Roeser
Director of Administration

aroeser@stjoseph-libertyville.org

Posted 7/30/2021

Job Title:

Prayer & Worship Coordinator

Hours:

Full time

Parish:

St. Joseph Catholic Church
121 E. Maple Avenue
Libertyville, IL

Description:

The duties of the Prayer & Worship Coordinator include, but are not limited to:

Liturgy: Develop and compile to completion liturgy plans for weekends and any special liturgies during week and holy days. Print and distribute Mass Intentions. Order hosts, candles, and supplies for the Sacristy. Compile reference manuals for holy days. Secure additional priests if needed for Mass, Reconciliation and other Sacraments.

Ministry Scheduler Pro: Maintain database information for over 500 volunteer ministers regarding availability, preferred times, preferred ministries, etc. Coordinate liturgical and school calendars. Prepare weekly printout schedules of all ministries. Secure ministers for special liturgies and unfilled positions.

Bereavement Ministry: Create iVolunteer registration links. Post funeral information on website. Maintain needed supplies. Secure altar servers.

Altar Servers Schedule: Maintain scheduling file. Schedule for funerals and weddings.

Calendaring: Schedule reservations in facilities scheduling system for ministries, Masses and other activities.

Communications: Update website for liturgical events. Collaborate with ministry leads on creation and publication of events. Coordinate video conferencing meetings. Update operational procedures. Maintain current records on all liturgical ministers and Support Director of Music.

Requirements:

Education: High School graduate, GED or equivalent. Bachelor's degree preferred.

Experience: Minimum of three years experience in office experience preferably in a parish environment.

Skills: Strong database skills, knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Suite (Email, Calendar, Drive). Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the capacity to manage multiple tasks and activities.

Other Preferred: Practicing Catholic.

Special Directions:

Internal Candidates (existing employees) – Please complete the subject field of your email with the following: “Internal Candidate – Job Title – Full name”

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