Diocese of Hamilton - Director of Liturgy

halifaxyarmouth; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Diocese of Hamilton, based in Hamilton, Ontario, invites applications for a Full-time Director of Liturgy. The role oversees liturgical practices across the Diocese and requires travel within Southwestern Ontario.

Responsibilities include liturgy preparation, formation opportunities, coordinating lectors and ministers, and advising the Bishop on liturgical matters. A graduate degree in liturgical studies or theology is required, with experience in liturgical ministry and sacred music

Qualifications

• Graduate or higher in Catholic liturgical studies or equivalent.
• Experience in liturgical ministry and parish/diocesan settings preferred.
• Familiarity with Roman Catholic liturgical documents and rites is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides liturgical formation through workshops and retreats for ministers.
• Coordinates updated liturgical requirements with clergy and lay ministers.
• Prepares Diocesan liturgies and liturgies for schools/parishes as needed.

Skills

Liturgical ministry

Workshop facilitation

Sacred music

Choral/music background

Coordination/leadership

Education

Graduate/Post Graduate Degree in Liturgical Studies

M.Div./M.A. Theology

Certification in Roman Catholic Liturgical Studies

Job description

Liturgy Office Full Time Hamilton, ON $75,000 - $85,000 CAD per year

Hours: 32 hours/week – some evening and weekends required

Vacancy: Filling an existing role

The Diocese of Hamilton is looking for a Fulltime Director of Liturgy. The Roman Catholic Diocese of Hamilton, established in 1856, is the second largest diocese in English speaking Canada and serves the needs of more than 700,000 Roman Catholics, throughout Southwestern Ontario. Reporting to Chancellor, this position is responsible for providing good liturgical practices throughout the Diocese of Hamilton. Although the position will be based in Hamilton, travel throughout the Diocese will be required.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provides Liturgical Ministry Formation opportunities through workshops and retreats for Ministers of the Word, Communion and Music as well as Children’s Liturgy Leaders.
• Implements the introduction of updated liturgical requirements through the coordination of workshops for the clergy and lay liturgical ministers throughout the Diocese.
• Prepare Diocesan liturgies and liturgies for schools and parishes as required.
• Coordinates the mandates for lectors and Ministers of Communion.
• Prepares and coordinates Diocesan Liturgical Celebrations.
• Advises the Bishop on liturgical issues, develops guidelines for liturgical practices in the Diocese and provides expertise to the clergy and other Ministers throughout the Diocese.
• As needed, makes available new books and resources relating to liturgical issues.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Graduate/Post Graduate Degree or approved Certification in Roman Catholic Liturgical studies OR Master of Theological Studies (M.Div.), M.A of Theology.
• 5-year experience in liturgical Ministry preferred.
• A strong background in sacred music would be highly beneficial.
• Skilled workshop facilitator.
• Familiarity with the Canadian Liturgical books and official documents published by the Holy See is required.
• Full communion with the Roman Catholic Church, as determined at the sole discretion of the Bishop of the Diocese.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Diocese of Hamilton is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment. If you are contacted for an interview and require accommodation, please inform the Human Resources Manager.