Sacred Events Coordinator

Shrine; La Crosse, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in La Crosse, Wisconsin, is seeking an on-site Event Coordinator to plan and execute conferences, liturgical celebrations, pilgrimages, and retreats. You will collaborate with the Director of Sacred Liturgy and Hospitality to align events with the Shrine’s mission.

Ideal candidates will have 2–3 years of event planning experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and a service-oriented Catholic outlook.

Qualifications

• Practicing Catholic in good standing with a strong understanding of the Catholic faith and liturgical life.
• 2–3 years of event planning or coordination experience, preferably in a Catholic or nonprofit setting.
• Ability to independently plan, organize, and execute multiple events and projects from initial conception through completion.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a service-oriented mindset.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and Holy Days as required for events and retreats.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic event management software.
• Spanish language ability is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute the logistics of Shrine-sponsored events, including conferences, spiritual retreats, feast days, and staff/volunteer events.
• Coordinate with the Director of Sacred Liturgy to support liturgical celebrations.
• Plan events and retreats at the Saint Juan Diego Pilgrim House with the Hospitality Manager.
• Oversee events to ensure smooth operations and welcoming experiences for attendees.
• Ensure events comply with Church guidelines and shrine reverence.
• Collaborate with Communications to promote events via bulletins, social media, email, and website.
• Assist in developing event budgets and tracking expenses.
• Manage registration processes, vendor relationships, permits, and supplies.
• Develop event ideas for groups inside/outside the Catholic Church; market with Communications.
• Work with Shrine Operations and other departments to establish annual event calendar.
• Collaborate with clergy, staff, volunteers, and vendors to align events with mission and reverence.
• Work with Volunteer Coordinator to recruit, train, and schedule volunteers.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Event planning

Coordination

Communication

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Service mindset

Tools

Microsoft Office

Event management software

Job description

The Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in La Crosse, Wisconsin, is seeking an on-site Event Coordinator to plan and execute conferences, liturgical celebrations, pilgrimages, and retreats. You will collaborate with the Director of Sacred Liturgy and Hospitality to align events with the Shrine’s mission.

Ideal candidates will have 2–3 years of event planning experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and a service-oriented Catholic outlook.