Description
Serve as an ordained minister of service, word, and charity, assisting pastors or priests in worship and pastoral care. Preach and teach, baptize, witness marriages, conduct funerals, and distribute Communion where permitted. Lead outreach and volunteer ministries, provide spiritual guidance, visit the sick and marginalized, and support parish administration and formation.
- • Lead prayer and promote a life of service and spirituality.
- • Proclaim Scripture and lead prayer or word services.
- • Preach homilies or deliver reflections as assigned.
- • Assist clergy in planning and leading worship services.
- • Teach the faith and present on moral and social teaching.
- • Assist with catechesis and preparation for baptism and marriage.
- • Provide pastoral care and basic counseling; maintain confidentiality.
- • Visit the sick, homebound, and imprisoned; bring comfort and Communion.
- • Recruit, train, and coordinate volunteers and ministry leaders.
- • Administer certain rites, including baptisms; distribute Communion.
- • Officiate or witness weddings and conduct funerals and committals where permitted.
- • Study Scripture, doctrine, and pastoral practice to guide ministry.
- • Respond to crises and coordinate material or spiritual assistance.
- • Support evangelization, outreach, and welcoming of new members.
- • Serve on councils or committees and advise on stewardship and operations.
- • Prepare candidates and families for sacraments and liturgical roles.
- • Oversee schedules, facilities coordination, and ministry logistics.
- • Refer individuals to counseling, healthcare, or social services.
- • Help lead stewardship, fundraising, and service drives.
- • Coordinate adult faith formation, small groups, and service projects.
- • Organize community service, ecumenical, and parish events.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
