Santa Clara University

Convent of the Holy Names in Los Gatos
LITURGY COORDINATOR
Convent of the Holy Names in Los Gatos is seeking a part time liturgy coordinator
(10 hours per week) responsible for planning, preparing, and on-site coordinating of liturgies for Sundays and special feasts and seasons. The convent serves as a residence for approximately 75 Sisters. This is an ideal position for someone that enjoys working in a spiritual senior retirement community.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
*Meets with the convent Liturgy Committee at least monthly
*Plans Sunday and Feast Day liturgies including music and appropriate rituals for feasts/seasons (Advent, Christmas, Lent, Easter season, etc.)
*Communicates with presider, sacristans, and cantor/musicians
*Prepares worship aids
*Provides cantor/musicians with music; assists with set-up
*Other related duties as requested

QUALIFICATIONS

*Education: Education in liturgy sufficient to perform basic liturgical coordination duties. This requirement is commonly met with a Masters or Bachelor’s degree, certificate, or diocesan formation program in liturgical ministry.
*Experience: Parish experience in liturgical ministry
*Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

The following statements apply to all SNJM U.S.-Ontario Positions

*Must be supportive of the mission of the Sisters of the Holy Names
*Must model SNJM Guiding Values in carrying out work activities and responsibilities
*Must be able to respect and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
Position-Specific
*Active member of a Roman Catholic faith community
*Strong interpersonal and relational skills within a senior living/elder care environment
*Working knowledge of liturgical documents and Diocesan liturgical policies
*Familiarity with liturgical music resources/repertoire
*Organizational and communication skills
*Computer skills including word processing and graphics
If you are interested in being considered for this opportunity, please email a resume or description of experience and qualifications to cajobs@snjmuson.org