Job Openings Outside the Archdiocese

Director of Music and Faculty Member

Role

The Director of Music, who will also be a faculty member of Mount St Mary’s Seminary, will have the following responsibilities:

1.Coordinate and oversee all the sacred and chant-based music for the seminary liturgies, especially Sunday and Daily Masses, and the communal chanting of the Liturgy of the Hours on weekdays, creating liturgy programs and musical handouts for these celebrations as needed.

2.Coordinate and oversee music for special liturgical celebrations and events during the year.

3.Serve as the primary chapel organist for daily liturgies and supervise additional student organists/cantors.

4.Assist with the liturgical formation of the seminarians by training seminarian cantors, directing the seminary Latin Schola in the patrimony of the Church’s sacred treasury, leading periodic all-house music rehearsals, attending periodic liturgy meetings, and teaching required music curriculum rooted in Church documents for the seminarians and permanent deacon candidates.

5.Oversee maintenance of the Pasi organ, Opus 29 (installed in 2023 [details on the organ can be provided on request]), as well as several pianos on campus, and a handbell set. Also, maintain the music/choral library.

6.Coordinate the activities of the Sacred Music Institute, including the activities of the Athenaeum Chorale (a semi-professional group of singers that sing at various events throughout the year), hosting visiting organists for recitals, as well as public lectures, conferences, and workshops for priests and sacred musicians, and collaborating with the institution’s Advancement Office for fundraising and advertising.

Employees of Mount St. Mary’s Seminary & School of Theology will have knowledge of the Catholic faith, a willingness to work for a Catholic, faith-based agency and adhere to the policies of Mount St. Mary’s Seminary & School of Theology. Employees will not publicly oppose the teachings of the Catholic faith nor publicly advocate for any position in conflict with Catholic teaching, or the specific positions of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati or the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. This requirement includes any public speech, demonstration or writing, including the use of social media or other digital technologies.

post date: 5/28/2025

Business Manager

Salary and Benefits: Negotiable contingent on experience. The benefit package includes retirement, health, dental, and disability through the Diocese of Owensboro.

Fr. Mike Clark – mike.clark@pastoral.org. No phone calls, please.

post date: 4/2/2025

Program Director for the School of Theology

The Program Director is responsible for the following:

• Under the guidance of the Dean of the School of Theology, the director will coordinate and supervise the academic offerings for the undergraduate-level Certificate in Pastoral Ministry and Certificate in Catholic Theology programs.
• In collaboration with the Coordinator of Lay Ecclesial Formation, the director will help oversee the formational offerings of the Lay Ecclesial Formation Program including theological reflection opportunities, pastoral field education experiences, and capstone projects.
• Under the guidance of the Dean of the School of Theology and in collaboration with the Marketing and Communications Specialist, the director will help develop marketing strategies and outreach plans for School of Theology programs.
• The director will serve as an advisor for the students and help implement extracurricular student programming and events.

• Possess a minimum of a master’s degree in theology, philosophy, Catholic studies, or pastoral ministry from an accredited institution.
• Have a creative and entrepreneurial mode of thinking with strong organizational skills.
• Be familiar with Catholic ecclesiastical organizations and educational/formation programs.
• Possess excellent written, verbal, and electronic communication skills.
• Be committed to supporting the MTSM mission.

post date: 3/5/2025

FULL-TIME PARISH DIRECTOR OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION (DRE)

The Parish Director of Religious Education develops, coordinates and supervises parish programs and activities related to faith formation. The position’s primary emphasis is on preparation for the celebration of sacraments. These programs include:

• Preparation of families for the baptism of their children
• A children’s catechetical program for grades K-8 that includes preparation for Reconciliation and First Communion.
• Collaboration with the city-wide high school youth ministry program that includes preparation for Confirmation.
• Coordinating city-wide young adult ministry (FRAYAM, Franciscan Young Adult Ministry).
• Marriage preparation for engaged couples.
• Providing faith formation opportunities for adults including Bible studies, retreats, pilgrimages and other faith-related educational opportunities.
• Order of Christian Initiation of Adults. (OCIA is a shared program with 5 other parishes in Terre Haute.)

St. Joseph University Parish is a congregation of approximately 600 households in Terre Haute, Indiana (pop. 58,500). Founded in 1837, St. Joseph University Parish has been served by the Conventual Franciscan Friars since 1872. Our campus includes a church, parish center and an office building. We are in the process of building a new meeting hall. There are usually two or three friars assigned to the parish and six to eight lay staff. St. Joseph Church often works closely with St. Benedict Parish, another church in Terre Haute served by Franciscan Friars.

• The DRE should be a practicing Catholic with knowledge of the Church’s teachings, liturgy, and structure.
• Ideal minimum education is the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in theology or related field, or in pedagogy or related field.
• Experience as a catechist or teacher.
• Experience with administration, especially working with volunteers and program planning.
• Willingness to learn and implement the policies, procedures, and curriculum of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis.

We are looking for a full-time, salaried director. Salary will be based on a presumption of 30-40 hours per week, to be negotiated. Salaries for a fulltime DRE or PCL in the Archdiocese of Indianapolis range typically between $35,000 and $55,000 per year, depending on education, certification, and experience. Also included:

• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• Flexible Spending
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities

post date: 1/23/2025

HALF-TIME PARISH CATECHETICAL LEADER (PCL)

The Parish Catechetical Leader develops, coordinates, and supervises a range of parish programs and activities serving the faith formation of young parishioners. This position is classified as a ministerial position. Our first emphasis is on preparation for the celebration of sacraments. These programs especially include:

• Preparation of families for the baptism of their children
• A children’s catechetical program for grades K-8. This includes preparation for Reconciliation and First Communion.
• Collaboration with the city-wide high school youth ministry program. This includes preparation for Confirmation.

St. Joseph University Parish is a congregation of approximately 600 households in Terre Haute, Indiana (pop. 58,500). Founded in 1837, St. Joseph University Parish has been served by the Conventual Franciscan Friars since 1872. Our campus includes a church, parish center and an office building. We are in the process of building a new meeting hall. There are usually two or three friars assigned to the parish and six to eight lay staff. St. Joseph Church often works closely with St. Benedict Parish, another church in Terre Haute served by Franciscan Friars.

• The PCL should be a practicing Catholic with knowledge of the Church’s teachings, liturgy, and structure.
• Ideal minimum education is the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in theology or related field, or in pedagogy or related field.
• Experience as a catechist or teacher.
• Experience with administration, especially working with volunteers and program planning.
• Willingness to learn and implement the policies, procedures, and curriculum of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis.

We are looking for approximately a half-time catechist. Salary will be based on a presumption of 16-24 hours per week, to be negotiated. Salaries for a half-time DRE or PCL in the Archdiocese of Indianapolis range typically between $18,000 and $28,000 per year, depending on education, certification, and experience. The position does include the following benefits:

• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities

post date: 1/23/2025

PART-TIME PARISH DIRECTOR OF ADULT FAITH FORMATION (DAFF)

The part-time DAFF develops, coordinates and supervises a range of parish programs and activities serving the continuous faith formation of adult parishioners. Responsibilities include:

• Collaboration with the city-wide Order of Christian Initiation of Adults.
• Young adult ministry.
• Marriage preparation in the parish.
• Providing faith formation opportunities for adults including Bible studies, retreats, pilgrimages and other faith-related educational opportunities.

The Director of Adult Faith Formation (DAFF) is a ministerial position. Lay ministers are vital sharers in the mission of the Catholic Church. They are expressly charged with leading parishioners toward Christian maturity.

St. Joseph University Parish is a congregation of approximately 600 households in Terre Haute, Indiana (pop. 58,500). Founded in 1837, St. Joseph University Parish has been served by the Conventual Franciscan Friars since 1872. Our campus includes a church, parish center and an office building. We are in the process of building a new meeting hall. There are usually two or three friars assigned to the parish and six to eight lay staff. St. Joseph Church often works closely with St. Benedict Parish, another church in Terre Haute served by Franciscan Friars.

• The DAFF should be a practicing Catholic with knowledge of the Church’s teachings, liturgy, nd structure.
• Ideal minimum education is the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in theology or related field, or in pedagogy or related field.
• Experience as a catechist or teacher.
• Experience with administration, especially working with volunteers and program planning.
• Willingness to learn and implement the policies, procedures, and curriculum of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis.

We are looking for approximately a half-time catechist. Salary will be based on a presumption of 16-24 hours per week, to be negotiated. Salaries for a half-time DRE or PCL in the Archdiocese of Indianapolis range typically between $18,000 and $28,000 per year, depending on education, certification, and experience. The position does include the following benefits:

• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities

post date: 1/23/2025

Pastoral Associate

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post date: 1/21/2025