This role oversees and directs all liturgical movement, collaborating with the rector, priests, archbishop, auxiliary bishops, and Director of Music and Liturgy. Particular attention on altar servers, ensuring that proper decorum and ceremonial style is observed at weekend Masses. Reports to: Director of Liturgy and Music
Primary Responsibilities: - Recruit and promote the formation of all liturgical ministers of the Cathedral parish, including: altar servers, ushers, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, readers - Oversee schedule of liturgical ministers through designated software, Ministry Scheduler Pro - Schedule and conduct altar server training - Organize rehearsals prior to major liturgies (i.e. Holy Week) - Oversee and assist Mass leaders and sacristans in organizing and preparing for Mass - Work collaboratively with Episcopal Master of Ceremonies when the Archbishop is present - Assist as primary Master of Ceremonies for special liturgies presided over by auxiliary bishops - Liaison with visiting clergy to inform of the liturgical practices of the Cathedral - Participate in weekly clergy meeting on Wednesdays at 10:30 am - Attend staff, liturgy and department meetings - Attend other meetings as needed - Other duties as assigned
Qualifications, Skills and Abilities - Bachelor's degree - Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite - Excellent verbal and written communications skills - Team work and collaboration - Ability to prioritize, multitask, work independently and meet deadlines - Must be a practicing Catholic in full communion with the Church and have an understanding of liturgical tradition and laws as well as an awareness of current customs and trends.
