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Job Description
As the seat of the Bishop, the Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral, is the spiritual and liturgical center of the Diocese of Pennsylvania. Episcopalians gather at the Cathedral from across a varied Diocese in the defining act of common prayer as we give thanks and offer the best of ourselves to God. The Cathedral is also a vibrant community center, as it opens its doors to host numerous community, civic, and cultural events and groups from across the region.
The Cathedral is poised for the expansion and deepening of ministries to and with our Diocese, community, and congregation. Our congregation is a diverse and progressive community, drawing from a wide geography, both in person and virtually. We place a high priority on ministries of inclusive welcome, hospitality, compassion, and justice.
We are blessed by a growing number of strong lay leaders, committed staff members, a historic church, and a new building with beautiful, flexible spaces for worship and ministries. With these resources, we hope to expand and to deepen thriving ministries, sharing God’s Word, sacraments, and love within and beyond our Cathedral doors. In the wake of the murder of George Floyd, our congregation is actively exploring systemic racism in our church and community.
We seek to call a full-time priest who will join us in leading the ministry and life that God is growing at the Cathedral. Our associate will be a faithful and creative leader who is comfortable with preaching and presiding in a variety of styles. The Dean, staff members, and lay leaders work collaboratively. We anticipate that the Associate will work most closely with the Dean, the Canon for the Arts, the Director of Children’s Ministries, and lay small community leaders.
Skills, Gifts, and Passions for Ministry
- An abiding faith and a love for congregational life and ministry in the Episcopal Church
- A mature understanding of one’s unique gifts for ministry with a call to support others in discovering and utilizing their gifts for ministry
- A commitment to work collaboratively and creatively, teaching and learning in community
- Excellent communication skills in preaching, teaching, writing, and capacity to use a variety of technology and media in ministry
- Care for one’s own spiritual health and growth, e.g., Sabbath time, prayer life, study, worship, relationships
- Knowledge of and passion for liturgy, including worship development
- Interest in and commitment to congregational development
- Passion for Christian formation for all ages through a variety of programs and experiences
- A sense of humor
Responsibilities and Expectations
- Developing and supporting new and existing small-group ministries and their lay leaders
- Facilitating the incorporation of new members
- Developing and supporting new areas of ministry
- Developing, planning, and evaluating worship, both congregational and diocesan, in collaboration with the Dean, the Canon for Music, and other staff members
- Preaching and presiding at the Holy Eucharist
- Providing pastoral care for all ages
- Preparing for, preaching, and presiding at weddings, funerals, and baptisms
- Supporting and contributing to parish communications, including social media
- Planning, leading, and teaching Christian formation for all ages
- Participating in weekly staff meetings
- Participating in regular supervision with the Dean
- Participating in congregation activities and events
Support, Salary and Benefits
- This is a full-time position.
- Stipend and housing allowance provided according to compensation guidelines for assisting clergy in the Diocese of Pennsylvania
- One month of vacation, two weeks of continuing education
- Other standard clergy benefits, including family leave, health and dental insurance, and retirement plan (Church Pension Fund)