Worship Ministry Coordinator

Worship Ministry Coordinator

Summary Description

The Worship Ministry Coordinator is an organized leader who assists the priest in solidum of the parish in ensuring that all liturgical details are completed in a timely way, allowing the priest and other liturgical ministers to enter prayerfully into sacred worship. The coordinator reports to the priest in solidum of the parish.

Essential Functions

Program

1. Schedules the following liturgical ministers for weekend Masses, Weddings, Funerals, and other liturgical events as needed: sacristans, altar servers, lectors, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion.
2. Plans and prepares for all liturgical events, including Intercessions and Adoration.
3. Works with Hospitality Coordinator for any assistance needed for scheduling or training ushers or greeters.
4. Plans and prepares regular training and continuing formation for liturgical ministers.
5. Works with Prayer Groups for scheduling ministers for use of the church and needed ministers.
6. Ensures that churches are not doubled-booked and that each ministry knows proper protocol for opening, closing, and cleaning up after liturgical events.
7. Responsible for ordering all church supplies used in the above activities and ordering Parish Liturgical Calendars for parishioners.
8. Responsible for maintaining and ordering all investments and linens for Mass, Liturgical and Sacramental events.

Administration

1. Assists in training all liturgical ministers to serve excellently in their capacity.
2. Communicates needs and assignments for liturgical ministers in a timely fashion.
3. Ensure all Safe Environment policies and protocols are consistently upheld and followed by Family of Parish (FOP) volunteers.
4. Maintain accurate records.

Qualifications

Education, training and/or experience

1. Complete or in process of completing On Fire for the Faith AOD catechetical formation.
2. Minimum of one year experience in intercessory prayer team or other prayer group leadership role.
3. A strong knowledge of liturgical practice, as well as experience in the use of the major liturgical books (Ritual books, Lectionary, AOD Office of Sacred Worship Guidelines, etc.)

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

1. Strong personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a deep love for the Church as well as a developed prayer life.
2. A positive attitude and an ability to serve others with patience, understanding and dignity.
3. Strong organizational skills to manage many different people.
4. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
5. Good interpersonal skills, a collaborative management style and creative problem-solving skills.
6. Proficient computer skills, especially for communication and scheduling.
7. A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards.

Physical Requirements as required by Family of Parishes.

Interested Candidates please submit application through the portal or contact:

Larry Rancilio, Mission Support Director



This parish/school is an equal opportunity employer and does not illegally discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, height, weight, genetic information, marital or other legally protected status. The Archdiocese of Detroit is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity and encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans, and persons with disabilities.