Liturgical Coordinator; NE

Job Category
:
Administrative and Clerical

Requisition Number
: LITUR
002723

• Part-Time
• On-site

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Catonsville, MD 21228, USA

St. Mark Parish, located in Catonsville, MD
, seeks candidates for a Liturgical Coordinator. The Liturgical Coordinator reports to and works closely with the Pastor and is responsible for the overall administration, planning, coordination and execution of the liturgical life of the parish, in collaboration with the pastoral staff and in accordance with the teachings and norms of the Roman Catholic Church. This is a part‑time position working 19 weekly hours.

Essential Functions:

In addition to the duties listed below, the Liturgical Coordinator shall perform other duties as assigned. The Liturgical Coordinator must also be willing to engage in the faith life of our parish.

Duties:

Meet regularly with pastor for guidance in oversight of liturgies and liturgical ministries.

Oversee planning, scheduling and execution of all liturgical celebrations including:

• Prayer services
• Masses
• Confirmation
• Baptisms
• Weddings
• Funerals
• Ensure all liturgical celebrations, worship environments and seasonal decorations are in accordance with Catholic liturgical norms and parish standards.
• Coordinate planning with Liturgical Music Coordinator and Faith Formation staff.
• Provide or coordinate scripts with Faith Formation for all major liturgical events for clergy and liturgical ministers.
• Collaborate with Faith Formation staff for Rites, Easter Vigil, Confirmation and First Holy Communions.
• Coordinate with Music Ministry as needed for liturgical needs.
• Oversee new and ongoing formation of sacristans, greeters, ushers, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion and lectors.
• Prepare monthly schedule for altar servers, sacristans, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion and lectors.
• Coordinate with pastor in preparing the yearly liturgical calendar.
• Coordinate and facilitate rehearsals with liturgical ministers as needed for the major celebrations throughout the year.
• Organize, attend and prepare agenda for liturgical meetings.
• Coordinate liturgical season activities and events with parish events coordinator.
• Oversee Baptisms for children under 7 years old, including working with sacramental preparation coordinator on Baptism preparation classes.
• For Weddings - coordinate and prepare documents and coordinate liturgical ministers.
• For Funerals – coordinate with funeral homes and meet with families to plan liturgy and coordinate liturgical ministers.
• Prepare monthly schedule for celebrants and prepare stipend requests to submit to Business Manager.
• Maintain inventory and procurement of liturgical supplies, including candles, sacramental wine, worship materials and related items.
• Design and prepare worship aids and printed liturgical materials as needed.
• Attend parish staff meetings and participate actively in parish leadership and planning.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position

Qualifications:

Skills/Knowledge and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of Roman Catholic faith, liturgy and liturgical practices and ability to able to fully participate in the sacramental life of the Church.
• Excellent leadership, organizational and team building skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively with clergy, staff, volunteers, parishioners and families.
• Ability to recruit, train, motivate and supervise volunteers and ministry leaders.
• Commitment to fostering a welcoming, prayerful and collaborative parish environment.

Pay Range: $15.00 - $19.00, Hourly

Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, which is determined upon company and individual performance.

We offer a generous paid sick leave benefit with this position, and employee automatic enrollment in the 403(b) plan.

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