Minister Job Description
Minister
provides opportunities for students to engage in direct community service and social justice opportunities based on the Gospel and Catholic Social Teaching.
Minister Duties & Responsibilities
To write an effective minister job description, begin by listing detailed duties, responsibilities and expectations. We have included minister job description templates that you can modify and use.
Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Prepares and coordinates all details of two weekly Sunday masses and special masses and liturgical celebrations during the academic year
Plan, lead, and execute all aspects of weekly University-wide chapel service in collaboration with University Chaplain, Gather student worship team, and other departments and musicians on campus
Advising and mentorship of Gather team, production related administrative duties related to service planning, venue and equipment coordination, and collaboration with speakers
In partnership with Associate Director of Campus Ministries, serve as a second advisor for the Group student worship ministry, with special emphasis on music and tech staff
Provide worship & production leadership for all special worship services throughout the year (i.e., Opening Communion, Ash Wednesday, Baccalaureate )
Work with CM staff to plan, coordinate and participate in ministry programs which encourage students to build a maturing, personal faith
Oversee the De Colores (DC) program
Collaborate closely with the Coordinator of International Service in the planning, organization, budgeting, recruitment, execution and evaluation on the faith-based Ignacio Companion (IC) international service immersion trips
Oversee the weekly Feed the Hungry program
Regularly attend and assist with the meetings, bible studies, and gatherings of on-campus Christian (other than Catholic) groups
Minister Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Education for Minister
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the minister job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Theology, Pastoral Ministry, Graduate, Divinity, Ministry, Education, Teaching, Leadership, Communication, Religion
Skills for Minister
Desired skills for minister include:
Catholic Social Teaching and current approaches to young adult faith and leadership formation
Ignatian Spirituality
Microsoft Office
But not limited to Microsoft Office 365
Final Cut
Non-Christian traditions and how to foster interreligious relations
Proficiency in software and social media pertinent to the position
Areas of event
Breadth of Islam
Desired experience for minister includes:
Master’s Degree in Divinity, Theology, Pastoral Studies, or the equivalent
3 to 5 years of experience working with young people in a campus ministry or similar pastoral setting
A commitment to the tradition of Catholic and Jesuit higher education
Proficiency in basic computer applications, email, Word, Excel, and Access (training on database available)
Skilled in utilizing website and social media for communication purposes
Passion about his/her faith and creativity in attracting and engaging diverse groups and individual students
Minister Examples
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Minister Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking to fill the role of minister. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for minister
- Coordinate administrative tasks with the Catholic Chaplain
- Assist in the coordination of Catholic Life fundraising activities
- Provide support and advisement to parents of Catholic students as needed
- Develop Catholic religious, cultural, and service programming in partnership with academic departments and University offices
- Contribute to and support interfaith programming and initiatives as part of the Chaplains and Religious Life team
- Work with the University Chaplain, Jewish Chaplain, and Chaplain for the Catholic Community to promote inter-religious understanding and appreciation for religious diversity
- Participate in ceremonial occasions of the University such as memorial services, Baccalaureate, and Commencement
- Work closely with the Diocese of Harrisburg and participate in appropriate diocesan meetings, communication, events, and training
- Facilitates ethical decision-making and values discernment with patients, families and associates, making appropriate referrals as needed
- Student Ministers collaborate with each other to plan University Ministry activities and attend weekly meetings with University Ministry staff
Qualifications for minister
- Bachelor's Degree in Music, Worship, Theology, or Other Related Field, or commensurate experience as worship pastor
- Experience developing and leading worship services for diverse audiences (culturally, theologically, high/low church)
- Experience developing and mentoring aspiring worship leaders/musicians
- Demonstrated musical proficiency (vocal and/or instrumental), in a range of musical genres
- Ability to lead band rehearsals and arrange music
- Strength in written and oral communication
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Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is hiring for a minister. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for minister
- Student Ministers will be expected to participate in two staff retreats annually and two student retreats annually
- Student Ministers are held to high standards in their personal and public lives, information placed on social media is considered the public forum
- Provides for the initial and ongoing formation of liturgical ministers and Liturgical Council alongside the Liturgy Team
- Developing a collaborative model for celebrating liturgy and inspiring various expressions of prayer
- Supervise, develop, and cast vision for the entire staff
- Meet with board members and engage in board development
- Oversee the budget including all revenue, expenses, and endowments
- Oversee maintenance and upkeep of building
- Cast vision for the ministry in conjunction with staff and board
- Coordinate fundraising by meeting with and building relationships with donors, alumni, pastors, conference officials, leadership of other campus ministries
Qualifications for minister
- Strong organizational and administrative capabilities
- Ability to mentor students individually and corporately
- Ability to be a strong collaborator between varied stakeholders (students, staff, and faculty)
- Desire to work in a team setting for the spiritual health of student body
- Demonstrated management of own time
- Flexibility due to variable work hours
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Minister Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is hiring for a minister. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for minister
- Oversee and contribute to newsletters and other forms of outreach communication and PR
- Oversee Planning Mission trips and activities
- Teach small groups and provide one-on-one discipleship as needed
- Lead and cast vision for the student leadership program
- Provide pre-marital counseling
- Engage in one-on-one counseling as needed
- Engage in relationship-building with students through fun & fellowship activities
- Mentor and develop student leadership and interns through small groups, discipleship, missions
- Sermon preparation
- Coordinating worship music and all other parts of worship service
Qualifications for minister
- Ability to work evenings and weekends (typically 2 evenings/week, though occasionally extra beyond this)
- Familiarity with audio and visual technology necessary to produce worship services
- Typically a Master’s Degree in Pastoral Theology or Pastoral Ministry or equivalent experience
- Knowledge and experience in working with multiple faith traditions
- Typically a M.A
- Master’s degree or equivalent training in an appropriate area of study
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Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is searching for experienced candidates for the position of minister. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for minister
- Preach on selected Sundays at district and conference churches (assists fundraising)
- Assist residents and family members in making life-style adjustments and health care/ethical decisions in light of their values and beliefs
- Assist with resident's personal and religious adjustment
- Be a sustaining presence that offers comfort, hope and emotional support in times of stress, grief and loss
- Consult and make referrals to appropriate staff, attend department meetings, and participate in resident conferences as appropriate and/or requested
- Coordinate the Pastoral Care Volunteer Program
- Ensure that appropriate worship opportunities are provided
- Exhibit a strong commitment to the Pastoral Care Mission and help implement the concept of whole-person health care in a caring community
- Foster attitudes that respect both the process of aging and the value of the aged
- Help them to find meaning and purpose in their present situation
Qualifications for minister
- Master’s degree in Liturgical or Sacramental Theology, Divinity, Pastoral Ministry, or related field
- A full understanding of the liturgical practices of the Roman Catholic Church
- Three years of experience in university campus ministry, or equivalent work experiences
- Willingness to work collegially with Campus Ministers and others in the Division of Mission and Ministry
- Strong budgetary, communication, and organization skills
- Pastoral care and spiritual accompaniment, including for crises response
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Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is hiring for a minister. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for minister
- Initiate, develop, and direct a well balanced and comprehensive spiritual program designated to meet the needs of all residents, their loved ones, and, as appropriate, staff
- Invite local clergy and residents' pastors to preside at interfaith services/sacraments in order to maintain a vital link between residents and their religious traditions
- Maintain a positive working relationship with staff, clergy and volunteers in order to present a unified and effective pastoral care program
- Meet with the Activity Director to review and evaluate the spiritual services and programs
- Provide orientation and training according to institutional standards
- Provide special care for residents and families in crisis
- Support a compassionate resident-centered environment where quality care and patient satisfaction are the highest priorities
- Visit residents regularity, prioritizing time for those in greatest need
- Welcome new residents upon admission
- Work with the terminally ill and their loved ones toward the acceptance of dying and death
Qualifications for minister
- Adept at event planning and management
- Master’s Degree of Divinity, Theology, Pastoral Ministry or related field, required
- At least 2 years of ministerial experience (paid or volunteer), required
- Knowledge and demonstrated experience with well-integrated Protestant Christian faith and ability to advance ecumenical and interreligious engagement
- Experience with young adult spiritual formation
- Is available to students in informal settings in the residence, recreation facilities, dining areas, and at University activities