Parish Wedding Coordinator — Part-Time

AOB; Annapolis (MD); On-site; Part time

Job summary

St. Mary's Parish in Annapolis, MD seeks a part-time Marriage Coordinator to help craft meaningful wedding experiences for couples and the congregation.

The role provides direction, support, and hospitality to the couple and wedding party, coordinating rehearsals and wedding-day activities. Responsibilities include pre-wedding communication, reviewing the Ceremony Worksheet, conducting rehearsals, ensuring liturgy flow, enforcing church protocols, and securing facilities after services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience organizing large functions or events within a Catholic parish.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Catholic Church’s teachings and the Sacrament of Marriage.
• Practicing Catholic fully able to participate in the sacramental life of the church.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Proficiency in technology, including internet applications, word processing, spreadsheets, and photocopying equipment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the bridal couple prior to the wedding to address questions, determine setup requirements, establish schedules and timelines.
• Receive and review the Ceremony Worksheet to assist with organization and scheduling of the wedding day.
• Conduct the wedding rehearsal on the evening before the wedding.
• Assist the congregation in celebrating the wedding liturgy.
• Uphold the protocols and policies for weddings held at St. Mary’s Parish.
• Assist the clergy by ensuring everything necessary for the celebration of the wedding is in place.
• Secure the church after the service, including turning off lights and locking doors.
• Collect wedding fees prior to the rehearsal.
• Commit to serving at least one weekend per quarter (four weekends per year).

Skills

Event Planning

Customer Service

Catholic Sacrament Knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

St. Mary's Parish in Annapolis, MD seeks a part-time Marriage Coordinator to help craft meaningful wedding experiences for couples and the congregation.

The role provides direction, support, and hospitality to the couple and wedding party, coordinating rehearsals and wedding-day activities. Responsibilities include pre-wedding communication, reviewing the Ceremony Worksheet, conducting rehearsals, ensuring liturgy flow, enforcing church protocols, and securing facilities after services.