The Northland Catholic Community Foundation has a bold vision to advance the lives and the mission of Jesus Christ. Our mission is to accompany individuals to grow deeper in love with Christ and the Church by inviting them to invest God’s gifts in gratitude and joy. Northland Catholic Community Foundation invests God’s gifts in a uniquely Catholic way, stewards those gifts for eternity, creates donor-directed relationships based on trust and builds a legacy that is sustainable and fruitful. To apply submit a cover letter with references to Joe Lichty at Northland Catholic Community Foundation via [email protected]. The position will be open until filled.
Cathedral Liturgy Coordinator and Cathedral School Music Teacher (1.0 FTE)-Crookston, MN
This position can be a full time position as a liturgist and music teacher or a part time school teacher position.
Qualifications:
-Proficiency at organ and piano
-Knowledge of Catholic liturgical principles
-Experience in the primary level classroom (A Minnesota teaching license is preferred, but not required)
Liturgy Coordinator (70%)
-Plan music for liturgies of obligation and other special days
-Instrumentalist three weekends a month
-Schedule song leaders and choir
-Rehearse song leaders and choir
-Collaborate with diocesan liturgical events
-Create and lead Worship Committee
-art and environment
-liturgical ministry training and mentorship
-Develop junior musician mentorship
-Funerals
-meet with families to plan funerals
-play for funerals (extra stipend) or schedule instrumentalist
-Schedule song leaders
Cathedral School Music Teacher (30%)- Mid August- May
-Prepare, plan, & teach weekly music classes for Kindergarten prep-Sixth Grade with targeted standards and goals in mind.
-Fill out weekly Mass preparation sheet and give to the corresponding teacher
-Prepare classes for upcoming Mass music
-Play piano for weekly school Mass and direct students
-Prepare and direct music programs & performances throughout the year *(see below)
-Attend Monthly staff meetings (and other trainings as needed)
-Maintain student progress & grades
-Other duties as assigned
School Programs/Performances*:
-Veteran's Day
-Advent Program
-Catholic Schools Week Sunday Mass
-Grandparents Day
-Spring Program
-Kindergarten Graduation
-6th grade Graduation
(Program duties: pick out and prepare songs, teach songs/actions to classes, setup and takedown props and stage items, develop and print handouts, rehearsals prior to the program, notify KROX / social media of upcoming events)
*Some performances are planned in conjunction with other teachers.
For more information or to apply, please contact Msgr. David Baumgartner at [email protected], 218-281-1735.
Assumption Parish (Barnesville, MN) & St. Cecilia’s Parish (Sabin, MN)
Overview
We are seeking a mission driven, faith filled leader to serve as our Adult & Family Ministry Coordinator and Safe Environment Coordinator. This full time role accompanies adults and families in their growth in faith while ensuring diocesan Safe Environment compliance.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead adult faith formation: Bible studies, small groups, RCIA/OCIA support, retreats, and parish missions.
• Coordinate Family Faith Formation and support parents as primary educators of the faith.
• Build welcoming, evangelizing parish environments and engage inactive parishioners.
• Organize family events, service projects, and community building opportunities.
• Recruit, train, and support volunteers and ministry leaders.
• Oversee all Safe Environment training, background checks, and diocesan reporting for employees and volunteers.
Qualifications
• Practicing Catholic in good standing.
• Bachelor’s degree in Theology, Catechetics, Pastoral Ministry, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in parish ministry, catechesis, or evangelization.
• Strong communication, organizational, and relational skills.
Work Expectations
• Flexible schedule with evenings and weekends.
• Active participation in the sacramental life of the Church.
• Compliance with diocesan Safe Environment and Code of Conduct policies.
Compensation
Full time salaried position with benefits; salary commensurate with education and experience.
Job Description
For full job description please contact Fr. Todd Arends at [email protected].
To Apply
Submit the following (PDF format) to Fr. Todd Arends at [email protected]
• Cover letter
• Resume/CV
• Contact information for three references
About Us
Assumption (Barnesville) and St. Cecilia’s (Sabin) are two vibrant rural parishes 14 miles apart, serving just under 300 families in the Diocese of Crookston.
To submit a listing, email Communications Specialist, Sydney Haus:
[email protected]
Please include start/end publish dates.
Phone inquiries:
218-281-4533 ext. 429