Clergy Opportunities
Legal Boilerplate: The Holy Catholic Church of the Gospels is an already-existing church and ministry. At present, however, the Church is not yet formally organized for civil and tax-administrative purposes. We therefore seek volunteers who are willing to help the Church build the legal, administrative, financial, and archival foundations necessary for that next stage of formal organization. All roles are voluntary and unpaid at this time, and no promise, express or implied, is made of future compensation for present service. If the Church later becomes formally organized and establishes compensated roles, any such role would be created only by separate written instrument.
Ordained Clergy Roles
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Responsibilities
- Celebrate the Eucharist and other sacraments; preach faithfully from Scripture.
- Provide pastoral care (visitation, counsel, prayer) and guide parish governance.
- Form and supervise deacons, acolytes, and lay ministers.
Qualifications
- Baptized & confirmed; discernment + formation completed; examined in Scripture, doctrine, sacraments, ethics.
- Maturity, integrity, and accountability (bi-vocational service is normal).
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Responsibilities
- Assist in liturgy; proclaim the Gospel; preach with permission.
- Lead intercessions and pastoral outreach; mobilize works of mercy.
- Serve the poor, sick, imprisoned, and marginalized.
Qualifications
- Baptized & confirmed; discernment + formation; examined in Scripture and pastoral care.
- Servant leadership and integrity.
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Responsibilities
- Ordain clergy; visit congregations; maintain pastoral oversight.
- Uphold doctrine; resolve disputes in charity and law.
- Lead diocesan liturgies; foster ecumenical relationships.
Qualifications
- Substantial priestly/pastoral experience; exemplary character.
- Leadership & conflict-resolution skill; transparent, safeguarding culture.
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Responsibilities
- Appoint/oversee diocesan bishops; define diocesan boundaries.
- Safeguard doctrine; support formation & unity.
- Represent the Church nationally and ecumenically.
Qualifications
- Seasoned episcopal/pastoral leader; trusted for faith and professionalism.
- Appointment in communion with His Holiness, The Legate.
Canonical Bylaw Offices
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Responsibilities
- Catalog/preserve records; maintain off-site backups; certify documents.
- Supervise five assistants; protect sensitive materials and trial archives.
Qualifications
- Baptized member; training in archives/preservation; proven discretion.
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Responsibilities
- Record donations & designations; oversee deposits/expenses; quarterly reports.
- Coordinate annual audit; decline funds conflicting with Church values.
Qualifications
- Baptized member; integrity in finance; organized; collaborative with Archivist.
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Responsibilities
- Produce accurate minutes; file certified transcripts with the Archivist.
- Manage exhibits and procedural records.
Qualifications
- Appointed term service; precision and confidentiality required.
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Responsibilities
- Act as prosecution or defense when appointed.
- Safeguard fairness, transparency, and victims’ dignity.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of bylaws/canonical procedure; exemplary ethics.
Office & Support Staff
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Responsibilities
- Scan/index records; handle materials with approved methods.
- Assist with basic conservation and disaster-readiness tasks.
Qualifications
- Detail-oriented; trainable in archival best practices; maintains confidentiality.
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Responsibilities
- Prepare receipts; reconcile statements; organize quarterly reports.
- Coordinate document transfer to the Archivist.
Qualifications
- Trustworthy, organized, comfortable with spreadsheets and checklists.
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Responsibilities
- Produce accurate minutes; maintain action logs and archives.
Qualifications
- Precise, discreet, dependable communicator.
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Roles
- Acolytes/Servers: candles, cross, thurible, lavabo.
- Lay Eucharistic Ministers: assist with the chalice.
- Readers/Intercessors: proclaim Scripture and lead prayers.
- Standard Bearers: carry insignia in procession.
- Music Ministers: lead psalms, hymns, sacred song.
Qualifications
- Reliability, prayerful demeanor, willingness to train to standards of reverence.