Liturgy Coordinator

St Joseph Parish • Orlando, FL

5h • Onsite

About The Position

The Liturgy Coordinator is responsible for collaborating with clergy, staff, ministry leaders, and volunteers to plan and execute parish liturgies and celebrations. The Coordinator develops and directs liturgical ministers to provide leadership on Sundays and other special liturgies that will lead parishioners “to that full, conscious, and active participation. This position will report directly to the Pastor. The Diocese of Orlando four core values lay the foundation for the work performed by employees: Authenticity, Respect, Courage, and Commitment.

Requirements

• Practice of the Catholic faith is required. Church employees must conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with and supportive of the mission and purpose of the Church. Their public behavior must not violate the faith, morals or laws of the Church or the policies of the diocese.
• Bachelor's degree in Theology, Liturgy or equivalent
• Three or more years of experience as a parish liturgist or liturgical coordinator
• Possesses a strong knowledge of Church liturgical documents, ritual books, and music publishers
• Proficient in the use of computers, printers, copiers, and the internet.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft products, specifically Office365, Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, Access and simple usage of music writing programs such as Finale/Sibelius.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-faceted environment while maintaining the highest degree of accuracy and quality of tasks assigned.
• Ability to interact effectively in a wide range of situations and respond to the pressure of changing project scope, conditions, and deadlines.
• Ability to quickly earn the confidence of individuals and groups they collaborate and coordinates information, including members of various diocesan and parish committees, and clergy.
• Demonstrates resourcefulness as they apply to all areas of responsibility.
• Maintains customer confidence and protects sensitive operations by keeping information confidential.

Nice To Haves

• knowledge and experience of liturgical music is a plus

Responsibilities

• Oversees the planning and execution of all liturgical celebrations, including prayer services, confirmation, baptism, reconciliation, weddings, funerals, and anointing of the sick.
• Ensures the integrity of the liturgical year in coordination with the Music Ministry and Clergy.
• Works with the Volunteer Coordinators and Liturgical Committee Heads to recruit, train, and schedule volunteers for each Liturgical Ministry, Sacrament, and Pastoral Care ministries.
• Oversees infant baptism, including working with baptismal coordinators to prepare and schedule baptisms and classes.
• Oversees both the Wedding Preparation and the Liturgical Celebration of Marriage.
• Provides pastoral support to families who have lost a loved one and coordinate the Funeral Mass.
• Coordinates and schedules Nursing home Masses and visits, with the homebound ministry.
• Supervises the planning and execution of the Church liturgical environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level