Catholic Archdiocese of Melbournbe – Bentleigh VIC
Contract
3d ago , from Catholic Archdiocese of Melbournbe
12 Month Fixed Term Contract with possibility of extension
9.00 am to 4.00pm - Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
The Holy Trinity Parish, is a well-respected, dynamic and vibrant Parish in the South-Eastern Suburbs of
Melbourne. It comprises three worshiping centres: St Peter's, East Bentleigh, St Paul's Bentleigh, and St
Catherine's Moorabbin.
The goal of our Pastoral Coordinator is to assist the Parish Priest, Assistant priests, and Pastoral
Assistants in inspiring and spreading Christ's love and welcoming all into our Parish community. Holy
Trinity achieves this goal by implementing the principles, practices and teachings of the Catholic
Church.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Liturgy
Working with Parish Liturgical Teams in the preparations of Mass materials (commentaries, prayers of the faithful, Power Point slides) for the 7 weekend Masses across three centres;
Supporting Liturgical Teams, Mass coordinators, Music providers in their assigned work;
Planning with the Parish Priest, ceremonies of the church's major liturgical seasons;
Planning and developing training programs for volunteers who work in the liturgical area.
Funerals
Coordinating funerals arrangements
Meeting with families and assisting in the preparation of the funeral ceremony;
Sacraments
Facilitates the work of RCIA, RCIC, with volunteer support;
Oversees preparations for baptisms, and assists in marriage preparation;
Liaises with Parish REL's regarding the school based sacramental program;




Community Outreach
Coordinating pastoral visitation programs and the distribution of Holy Communion
Overseeing outreach initiatives for recent and re-engaging established parishioners;
Faith Formation & Volunteer Coordination
Supporting volunteer-led Alpha, Catholic Kids, and Adult faith formation programs;
Coordinates volunteer recruitment, training and support programs
Safeguarding compliance, maintaining records, preparing reports for Parish Bulletin;
Leadership & Team Coordination
Co-ordinating and supervising duties to the two Pastoral Assistants based on parish needs
Attending regular meetings with Parish Priest, Pastoral Assistants and Administration staff
Managing pastoral program budget and quality standards;
Supporting Sunday worshipping community and enhance their involvement in Parish Life
Be the first point of contact for pastoral initiatives and pastoral needs coming in and out of parish life
WHAT YOU BRING
A practicing and committed Catholic;
Having relevant qualifications in theology and /or pastoral studies;
Experience in leadership in a Parish environment;
Possess effective communication and organizational skills;
A current Driver License and vehicle;
Working with Children and Police check;
Capable and willing to develop effective working relationships with the Parish Priest, and Associate Priests, staff and volunteers;
Excellent interpersonal skills with healthy, professional boundaries
Interviews with shortlisted candidates will take place on Monday, 5th October ****.
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📌 Pastoral Co-Ordinator (Melbourne)
🏢 Catholic Archdiocese of Melbournbe
📍 Melbourne