Sacramental Priest

Trinity Health • Hartford, CT

3d

About The Position

Saint Francis Hospital, a member of Trinity Health Of New England, is seeking a compassionate, mission-driven Sacramental Priest to join its Spiritual Care Team. The Priest provides sacramental ministry to Catholic patients, residents, families, and colleagues, supporting the hospital’s commitment to holistic, compassionate care. The role includes responding to spiritual and sacramental needs, celebrating Mass and other liturgical services, collaborating with healthcare and faith-community partners, and participating in on-call coverage for emergency sacramental needs. The Priest supports Trinity Health’s Mission, Vision, and Values in all aspects of ministry.

Requirements

• Be an ordained Roman Catholic Priest in good standing, with faculties granted by a Catholic Bishop and permission to minister in the local Diocese.
• Master of Divinity (M.Div.) or equivalent degree.
• Excellent pastoral, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within an ecumenical healthcare environment.
• Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered spiritual care.

Responsibilities

• Provide sacramental ministry, including the Anointing of the Sick and other priestly services.
• Assess and respond to the spiritual and sacramental needs of patients and families.
• Celebrate Mass and other liturgical services as appropriate.
• Collaborate with chaplains, clergy, healthcare professionals, and community faith leaders.
• Participate in on-call coverage for emergency sacramental needs.
• Support Trinity Health's Mission, Vision, and Values in all aspects of ministry.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision coverage.
• Retirement savings program with employer match.
• Time off, which may include paid time off, vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
• Basic and supplemental life and AD&D insurance.
• Well-being initiative.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities within Trinity Health.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time