Posted 7/30/2025
Job Title:
Manager of Worship and Welcome
Hours:
Full time
Parish:
Saint Clement
642 Deming
Chicago, IL
Description:
The Manager of Worship & Welcome fosters deeper participation in parish life by coordinating meaningful liturgical experiences and accompanying new parishioners in their journey toward belonging. Through a blend of organizational skill and pastoral care, this role helps parishioners encounter Christ through both the sacramental life and the welcoming community of Saint Clement Parish.
Responsibilities
• New Member Engagement
o Serve as the primary point of contact for newly registered parishioners.
o Plan, produce, and host bi-monthly New Member Orientations in collaboration with the Evangelization & Faith Formation team.
o Guide new members in discerning next steps for involvement in parish pathways (e.g. Alpha, Small Groups, Service, Sacramental Preparation).
o Provide ongoing support and encouragement to help individuals move from welcome to belonging.
• Liturgy Coordination
o Coordinate and maintain volunteer scheduling for liturgical ministries (lectors, greeters, Eucharistic ministers, altar servers, etc.) using parish scheduling tools.
o Provide training and ongoing support for liturgical volunteers.
o Collaborate with staff and clergy to plan and execute liturgical celebrations and enhancements around weekend Masses and special feasts (e.g. special blessings, processions, All Saints, Triduum, etc.).
o Ensure detailed preparation and smooth execution of all elements related to the liturgical environment and volunteer roles.
o Coordinates the Young Adult Liturgy Club
• Collaboration and Communication
o Work closely with clergy, staff, and volunteer leaders to align liturgical and engagement efforts with parish mission and liturgical seasons.
o Contribute creative ideas and best practices to deepen the parish’s culture of hospitality and prayerful worship.
o Support liturgical formation and spiritual development of volunteers and new members.
• All other responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements:
• 2–4 years’ experience in ministry, liturgy, or hospitality—preferably in a Catholic parish or similar setting.
• Passion for fostering welcome, belonging, and active participation in parish life.
• Familiarity with Catholic liturgical norms and practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills; comfortable leading groups and managing multiple tasks.
• Practicing Catholic with an appreciation of Catholic teachings and sacramental life.
• Strong communication skills—written, spoken, and digital.
• Self-motivated, pastoral, detail-oriented, collaborative, joyful, and dependable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and volunteer scheduling tools (e.g. Ministry Scheduler Pro or equivalent).
• Bachelor’s degree in theology, liturgy, communications, or a related field preferred.
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