Catholic Archdiocese of Melbournbe – Bentleigh East VICContract12d ago , from Catholic Archdiocese of MelbournbeHoly Trinity - 844 Centre Road, Bentleigh East12 Month Fixed Term | 3 Days/week Plus one Weekend MassWe are excited to offer the opportunity of working within our Parish in the role of Pastoral AssistantThe Holy Trinity Parish, is a well-respected, dynamic and vibrant Parish in the South-Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne.
It comprises three worshiping centers: St Peter's, East Bentleigh, St Paul's Bentleigh, and St Catherine's Moorabbin.The goal of Pastoral Assistants is to assist the Pastoral Coordinator and Parish Priest, Assistant priests, 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 ACCOUNTABILITIESAssisting the Pastoral Co-ordinator withLiturgyParish 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 ceremonies of the church's major liturgical seasons;planning, and developing training programs for volunteers who work in the liturgical areaFuneralsCoordinating funerals arrangementsMeeting with families and assisting in the preparation of the funeral ceremony;Sacramentsfacilitating the work of RCIA, RCIC, with volunteer support;preparation for baptisms,



and assists in marriage preparation;Liaising with Parish REL's regarding the school based sacramental program;Community OutreachCoordinating pastoral visitation programs and the distribution of Holy CommunionOverseeing outreach initiatives for new and re-engaging established parishioners;Faith Formation & Volunteer CoordinationSupporting volunteer-led Alpha, Catholic Kids, and Adult faith formation programs;Coordinating volunteer recruitment, training and support programsSafeguarding compliance, maintaining records, preparing reports for Parish Bulletin;Weekend MassesSupporting Sunday worshipping community and enhance their involvement in Parish LifeBe the first point of contact for pastoral initiatives and pastoral needs coming in and out of parish lifeTeam workReceiving allocation of duties from the Pastoral Coordinator;Attending regular meetings with Pastoral CoordinatorWHAT YOU BRINGBe a practising and committed Catholic;Relevant qualifications in theology and /or pastoral studies;Experience in leadership in a Parish environment;Have demonstrable computer skills (Microsoft Office, Pacem system helpful);A current Driver Licence and vehicle;Working with Children and Police check;Capable and willing to develop effective working relationships with the Parish Coordinator, Parish Priest, and Associate Priests, staff and volunteers;Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills with healthy, qualified boundariesPlease refer to the position description for further details.
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📌 Pastoral Assistant (Melbourne)
🏢 Catholic Archdiocese of Melbournbe
📍 Melbourne