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Position: Coordinator of Pastoral and Sacramental Ministry
Location: Erie Shores South Catholic Family of Parishes - St. Michael’s Parish, 29 Elliot Street, Leamington
Commitment: Full-time. 35 hours per week. Flexibility to work on weekends and evenings is mandatory.
Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience and Diocesan policies. This position is eligible for participation in the DOL’s lay staff benefits and pension plans.
Posting Date: May 15, 2025
Closing Date: June 6, 2025
POSITION SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Pastor, the Coordinator of Pastoral and Sacramental Ministry is responsible for various areas of faith formation, program coordination and delivery. The Coordinator of Pastoral and Sacramental Ministry is responsible for the evangelization, development, and support of the liturgical, sacramental and community life of the parishes. The Coordinator of Pastoral and Sacramental Ministry works in collaboration as part of the Parish Team.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES:- Works to develop and support the liturgical life of the family of parishes.
- Collaborates with the Pastoral Team on the coordination, facilitation and participation in the Sacramental Life of the Family of Parishes including Baptism, First Reconciliation, First Communion, Confirmation for both youth and adult, R.C.I.A., R.C.I.A. adapted for children, and Marriage.
- Coordinates with the school principals for school liturgies and pastoral visits.
- Coordinates volunteers who provide pastoral outreach of parishioners e.g. visitation of the sick, elderly, and homebound, organizing celebrations for them, ensuring they receive the Eucharist, and ensuring their pastoral needs are met.
- Establishes and participates in various programs and activities which help to strengthen and enhance the spiritual life of the parish e.g. small faith communities, Bible study, etc.
- Facilitates days of prayer and/or times of retreat.
- Recruits, trains, and coordinates volunteer ministries within the parish family in accordance to required Diocesan protocols and policies.
- Other duties of a similar nature as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:- Certificate in Pastoral Ministry or willingness to obtain one or Bachelor of Arts or Master’s Degree in Pastoral / Lay Ecclesial Ministry or other related degree.
- Active practicing Catholic – letter of recommendation from Pastor is required. Must have respect for diocesan leadership, clergy and parishioners.
- Good working knowledge of the evangelizing mission of the Church.
- French language skills are an advantage.
- Leadership qualities; organizational skills; teaching skills; strong communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently as well as part of a team.
- Skills in volunteer recruitment, training, and support.
- Applied knowledge of Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
- Willingness and ability to work flexible hours of work including evenings and weekends.
- Reliable transportation to travel throughout the family of parishes community and diocese is required.
- Must be flexible and adaptive to the different cultural traditions within the family of parishes.
- Friendly, hospitable and professional representative of the Diocese of London at all times.
- An understanding of and desire to support and promote the mission of the Diocese of London.
A Vulnerable Sector police record check as deemed suitable by the Diocese of London will be required of the successful candidate.
Please note: All new staff are required to complete on-line mandatory training available in English or French. Basic computer and reading proficiency to successfully complete this education is required.
Please submit your resume along with a cover letter and a letter of recommendation from your Pastor to msalmon2@dol.ca. Reference the job title in the subject line of your email.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Diocese of London is an equal opportunity employer, and we value the importance of diversity and dignity in the workplace. In keeping with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, we are committed to providing suitable accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you are contacted for an interview and require accommodation to participate in the recruitment and selection processes, please make your needs known at that time.