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Updated January 19, 2007

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WHY SETTLE FOR CIVIL MARRIAGE? Ask Father Carroll Mrowicki, married Catholic priest, certified of good character by CITI Ministries. Call for appointment 908-925-4546 (New Jersey) Visit askfathercarroll.com Other states call 1-800-PRIEST-9.


SYRO-RUSSIAN ORTHODOX Catholic Church now receiving petitions from former clergy who wish to serve the Byzantine Rite or Western Rite of the Orthodox Church. Address your inquiry to Bishop Timothy, 1318 Baxter Ave., Superior, WI 54880 or call (715)-398-2371.


Assistantships

GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIPS at the University of Dayton -a Catholic and Marianist Institution. Seeking faith-filled applicants willing to share their experience of God with others. Gain campus ministry experience while pursuing a Masters in Theology or Pastoral Ministry. Five positions available for 2007-2008 within Retreats and Faith Development, Residence Life Ministry, and the Center for Social Concern. GA’s build community and offer undergraduates the opportunity to grow personally and spiritually through planning spiritual and social programs, directing retreats, advising and encouraging participation in service clubs and faith and justice activities, and providing pastoral support. Tuition, stipend, and housing are provided. Application and information at: www.udayton.edu/~campmin/GA/index.htm or from Crystal Sullivan, (937) 229-2574. Applications due March 1.


Audio/Visual

EXPERIENCE GREAT EUROPEAN pilgrimages on DVD. Fatima, Portugal, Iona, Scotland , Kevelaer, Germany, Medjugorje, Bosnia, Scherpenheuvel, Belgium, Croagh Patrick, Ireland, Lourdes France, Santia Go de Compostela, Spain, Kalwaria Zebrzydowska, Poland. Explore Rome, Egypt and the Holyland or simply plan your vacation with travel videos from: www.TravelVIDEOStore.com Over 6,000 films to choose from, religious, cruise, national parks, IMAX, Scenic Musical Journeys and destinations around the world.


Donations

FRIENDS OF ANIMALS -- St. Francis called them his brothers and sisters. This non-profit shelter has a clean, loving atmosphere. This haven is on the verge of bankruptcy and if that happens over 150 feline brothers and sisters including many kittens may have to be euthanized. WILL YOU HELP TO SAVE THEM? Please send contributions to: Friends of Animals, 900 Walnut Avenue, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229.


Education

AD EUNDEM DEGREES with little requirements plus transfer credit from previous studies in ministry, counseling and healing. Turn life-experience into credit. St. Mark Seminary-Romano Byzantine College, 1318 Baxter Ave., Superior, WI 54880. LICENSING IN HEALING AND COUNSELING from Commission on Religious Counseling and Healing. 1318 Baxter Ave., Superior, WI 54880. Visit our web site at crch.rbsocc.org for application and information.


MASTER OF DIVINITY -- distance learn and/or residential; bachelor through doctorate. Phone: (718) 698-0700. E-mail: IgnatiusU@aol.com Web site: http://IgnatiusU.com


FAITH EDUCATION -- “The Possible Journey”, Uncompromised Trust. Where politics, lobbies, churches fail. http://www.secondenlightenment.org for free download.


Greeting Cards

GREETING CARDS. CUSTOM ORDERS. Original Photography. The Sacred in the Ordinary. Web site: www.smallsmallacts.com


Healthcare

BECOME A CERTIFIED HEALING COACH -- Revolutionary healing method ... help ease the distress of illness. Web site: www.healyourillness.com Phone: (636) 273-6898.


Homilies -- Preaching -- Retreats

NOTES, STORIES and resources for homilists and preachers: connections-mediaworks.com


Internships

GRADUATE INTERNSHIP -- Villanova University offers a two-year graduate Campus Ministry Internship for those pursuing a graduate degree in the academic field of their choice. All applicants should be graduated from college by August 2006. One year of volunteer and/or general work experience is preferred. Faith filled applicants are a “must” and need to be willing to share their journey of faith in God with others. Interns work and live in Freshmen residence halls modeling, building, and living Christian community. They offer students opportunities to develop personally and spiritually through liturgy, service projects, retreats and evenings of reflection. Interns receive room and board, tuition remission, and a stipend. Deadline: February 15, 2007. Additional information and the application form is available through our website, www.campusministry.villanova.edu choose Graduate Internships. E-mail: joseph.calderone@villanova.edu or call (610) 619-5179.


Language Studies

INTENSIVE PASTORAL ENGLISH: Adult language instruction includes vocabulary for ministry. Small classes, multicultural setting, outstanding faculty. Offered in three-week blocks year-round. Mexican American Cultural Center, San Antonio, Texas. Accreditation: USCCB/CCA. Contact Edna Cardona: (210) 732-2156, ext. 7102. Web site: www.maccsa.org


Pilgrimages

PILGRIMAGE TO IRELAND with Bethany Spirituality Center. Rev. Gerard Travers, Sr. Claire Dandeneau, RJM, and Sr. Pat Reid, OSF; April 17-28, 2007. Call Bethany for details: (845) 460-3061. Bethany Spirituality Center, 202 County Route 105, Highland Mills, NY 10930. www.bethanyspiritualitycenter.org


Programs

THE FRANCISCAN RENEWAL CENTER is joining groups around the globe to promote Nonviolence from January 30 through April 4. People of all faiths and no faith will gather to deepen their practice of peace and nonviolence and to learn ways of living at peace with themselves and those they would call neighbor. Season opening: January 30, Tuesday, 7pm, Interfaith Memorial Service for Mahatma Ghandi; Includes music and chanting from major faith traditions, readings from Gandhi, and a talk by Fr. Louie Vitale, OFM. January 31, Wednesday, 6pm, Evening of Renewal: “Nonviolence: A Global Strategy for Transformation” With Fr. Louie Vitale, OFM. Franciscan Renewal Center, 5802 E. Lincoln Drive, Scottsdale, Arizona 85253. (480) 948-7460 Complete details/registration: www.thecasa.org


Retreats

MORADA DE LAS ROSAS Spiritual Retreat in San Ysidro, New Mexico 87053. Special: religious only. Ten day private retreat $285. (505) 834-7437. E-mail: giottorm@aol.com


Sabbaticals

SPRING SABBATICAL: May 8 - June 6, 2007. WINTER SABBATICAL: Jan. 3 - Feb. 2, 2008. An ideal environment for spiritual renewal, theological updating and holistic relaxation. For more information contact Robert Cogswell, Center for Spiritual Development, 434 S. Batavia Street, Orange, CA 92868-3907. (714) 744-3175 ext. 4406. E-mail: rcogswell@csjorange.org Web site: www.thecsd.com


Senior Adult Ministry

SENIOR ADULT MINISTRY & SPIRITUAL GERONTOLOGY -- New visions, New vitality, New materials, Professional Certificate in Spiritual Gerontology. (636) 273-6898. www.healyourillness.com


Spanish Studies

STUDY TOP-OF-THE-LINE PASTORAL SPANISH and the real Mexican cultural program, total immersion, one-on-one, customized, year-round, start anytime, go as long as you like tutorials. Special emphasis on pastoral care of Hispanics and on developing fluency in professionally oriented Spanish. Excellent faculty. Direct interaction with the Mexican church and the genuine Mexican culture reality. Contact: CIRIMEX, 205 Hill Ave., Ottumwa, IA 52501. Phone: (641) 682-4264. Fax: (641) 684-4690. Guadalajara, Mexico, phone: 011-52-333-121-4878. Mexican fax: 011-52-333-121-7738. Worldwide e-mail: CIRIMEX@aol.com


CENTER OF LANGUAGE AND CULTURE -- Spanish to suit your needs, individualized instruction by professional, experienced teachers in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Phone: (809) 530-7234. E-mail: phildeemcg@yahoo.com


INTENSIVE PASTORAL SPANISH: Mexican American Cultural Center, San Antonio, Texas. Adult learning in multicultural faith community. Small classes, outstanding faculty. Offered in three-week blocks year-round. Accreditation: USCCB/CCA. Contact Edna Cardona: (210) 732-2156, ext. 7102. Web site: www.maccsa.org


Spiritual Coaching

WHITEHAWK SPIRIT COACHING, LLC -- Gavin W. Young, Jr., M.A., M.A.P.M., C.T.A.C.; RC Spiritual Life Coach. Web site: http://www.whitehawkspiritcoaching.com


Travel

HAVE THE SPIRITUAL ADVENTURE of a lifetime! Hike the Holyland with like minded women to the most gorgeous place on earth. April 15-24, 2007. www.womenwalkers.com E-mail: judy@womenwalkers.com


Vocations

CATHOLIC APOSTOLIC CHURCH in North America - Inclusive, progressive, marital status and gender no impediment to holy orders. Phone: (845) 586-2201. Web site: www.cacina.org


Volunteers

FRANCISCAN SISTER in Haiti seeking other(s) to share life and ministry in mountains near Pestel. Present focus on economic development and health, but all gifts welcome. Living is simple, vigorous, but nature-rich. Call Sr. Marge (734) 282-2396 or Sr. Claudia (419) 824-3604.


FULL-TIME VOLUNTEERS, married or single men and women under 65. Live, work and pray in community at Franciscan Retreat houses in California. Receive spiritual growth., room, board, medical insurance and living allowance. Requires adaptability, tolerance good health and freedom from obligations. Contact: Franciscan Covenant Program, (831) 623-1119. E-mail: covprg@yahoo.com


EMPLOYMENT SERVICES


Employment Opportunities


BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

BUSINESS MANAGER -- A dynamic growing Roman Catholic parish in Prince William County, Virginia seeks candidates for its full-time Business Manager position. The position supports the pastor, providing oversight and guidance to the parish and school staff, and fulfills financial, facilities, maintenance, and human resource responsibilities. College degree required, with Major in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance preferred. Five to ten years experience in related field, including supervisory experience, required. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office a must. Excellent communications and people skills required. Must be a member of the Catholic faith. Hours, while flexible, require nights and weekends. The position is available in March 2007. The application deadline is January 16, 2007. Applications should be sent to Chairperson, Search Committee, St. Francis of Assisi Parish, 18825 Fuller Heights Road, Triangle, Virginia, 22172.


CAMPUS MINISTRY

CAMPUS MINISTER -- Bishop Moore Catholic High School in Orlando, Florida seeks an experienced individual in high school campus ministry for the 2007-2008 school year. Individual must be a practicing Catholic with a Masters degree in Religious Education, Theology or Pastoral Studies. Secondary teaching experience will also be considered. Responsibilities will include liturgical planning, retreats, peer ministry, and community service with students. Please submit résumé with cover letter to: Bishop Moore Catholic High School, attention: Maureen Kane, 3901 Edgewater Drive, Orlando, FL 32804. Fax: (407) 296-8135. E-mail: kanem@bishopmoore.org


DIRECTOR OF CAMPUS MINISTRY -- Fontbonne University, is seeking a twelve month full-time Director of Campus Ministry. Fontbonne is a coeducational Catholic institution founded and sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet and located in St. Louis, Missouri. The Director is responsible for supporting the faith development of the University community. The Director facilitates direct ministry, community service and social justice education, liturgical celebrations and services, prayer and faith development activities, and student leadership training and development. The Director also works collaboratively with campus constituencies to foster the University’s Catholic identity, mission, and heritage, and serves as a liaison with other religious groups. Administrative duties include staff supervision, departmental budget oversight, and departmental assessment. The Director of Campus Ministry currently reports to the Vice President for Student Affairs and works closely with the Student Affairs professional staff. Preferred candidates will have a Master’s degree in ministry, a minimum of three to five years’ experience in ministry at the college/university level management responsibilities including staff supervision and budgetary oversight. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, organizational skills, demonstrated leadership ability, and a commitment to collaborative teamwork are essential. Travel is required. Screening of applicants will begin immediately with a formal search committee; review planned in late January. On-campus interviews are planned for February. Fontbonne is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. The appointment start date is July 1, 2007. Please send a cover letter, résumé, and the names and contact information of three professional references to: Director of Human Resources, Fontbonne University, 6800 Wydown Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63105-3098. E-mail: www.resumes@fontbonne.edu Additional information about Fontbonne University is available at www.fontbonne.edu


CAMPUS MINISTER -- St. John’s College High School, an independent, Catholic coeducational college preparatory secondary school, located in Washington, DC near Chevy Chase, MD is seeking a full-time Campus Minister for the 2007-2008 academic year. St. John's has a diverse student body of 1070 students. Applicants must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Theology or a related field and three years experience in campus ministry. Applicants must be Roman Catholic. Experience with the Kairos Retreat program is preferred. Excellent salary and benefits. Please send résumé and cover letter to : Jeffrey W. Mancabelli, Principal, 2607 Military Road, Washington, DC 20015. E-mail: jeffm@stjohns-chs.org


COMMUNITY LIVING

LIVING PEACE IN L’ARCHE GREATER WASHINGTON, D.C. People with and without developmental disabilities practice peacemaking by sharing daily life of work, prayer and holy leisure in interdenominational Christian community. Room, board, stipend, insurance, spiritual formation, professional trainings. Résumé to L’Arche, PO Box 21471, Washington, DC 20009. See: www.larchewashingtondc.org or e-mail dkelly@larchewashingtondc.org


CONSULTANT

GLENMARY HOME MISSIONERS seek a Consultant for Evangelization to serve on staff of its Department of Pastoral Ministers and Pastoral Services in Nashville, TN. This consultant will promote and assist activities contributing to effective evangelization in Glenmary’s ten-state mission area. Extensive driving and weekend work required. Applicants must be a Catholic in good standing, have a Masters in Theology, Pastoral Studies, or related field; missionary attitude; paid, parish ministry experience. Fluency (reading, writing, speaking) in Spanish and English, desired. Send résumé and references to: Ms. Lorraine Vancamp, Director, 1312 Fifth Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37208-2726. Phone: (615) 256-1900. Fax: (615) 256-1902. E-mail: evangelization@glenmary.org


DIRECTOR

PARISH MINISTRY POSITIONS -- Center Director: bilingual, education plus experience in parish ministry, grant writing, fundraising, administration development. New Juan Diego Latino Center in partnership with HOLA & service groups. Send résumé and references to: hkuykendall@evansville-diocese.org or hola@evansville.org Web site: www.nativitycatholicchurch.com


LITURGY/MUSIC MINISTRY

MUSIC DIRECTOR: St. Leo Catholic Church, Bonita Springs, FL a vibrant and growing parish of 1800 families, seeks a full-time music director who has a thorough understanding and appreciation of Catholic liturgy. Close to beach and Naples Philharmonic. Requirements include: minimum of BA in music, along with excellent organ, keyboard and vocal skills. Responsibilities include: planning and preparation for six weekend liturgies, holy days, weddings, funerals, and training, directing and scheduling of choirs and cantors. Salary and benefits are commensurate with education and experience. Fax or e-mail résumé: St Leo Catholic Church - Music Director Search Committee before February 2, 2007. Fax: (239) 992-5282. E-mail: stleoliturgy@yahoo.com


DIRECTOR OF MUSIC MINISTRY. Large suburban parish in Fort Worth diocese seeks energetic, enthusiastic music minister. Responsible for music at five weekend Masses, choirs (adult, children, handbell, teen), ensembles (voice and instrumentals), cantors; coordinate music/song leaders for Children’s Liturgy; preparation of seasonal worship aides. Assist with special liturgies (Reconciliation Rite II, Friday morning Mass, weddings, funerals, etc.). Strong piano/keyboard, vocal, and people skills, and experience in Vatican II RC Liturgy. Degree in Music and 5 years parish experience preferred. Competitive salary and benefits. Résumé with three professional references to: DMM Search Committee, St. Philip the Apostle, 1897 W. Main Street, Lewisville, TX 75067. Fax: (972) 219-5429. E-mail: office@stphilipcc.org


MINISTRY

GLENMARY HOME MISSIONERS seek candidates for several ministry positions, to help establish effective Catholic presence in the rural southern U.S. We need seasoned professional ministers who can serve as pastoral coordinators to lead mission parishes and organize balanced ministries of Catholic nurture, evangelization, ecumenism and justice across cultural borders. We also need pastoral associates to assist in facilitating these ministries and to help build intercultural understanding and witness. We currently have openings in Georgia, Kentucky and Mississippi. A master’s degree in theology or pastoral ministry is required, plus full-time ministry experience, preferably in a rural, Southern setting. Fluency in English and Spanish is also a must for most positions. Qualified applicants only: send résumé to Jay Gilchrist, 1312 5th Ave N, Nashville TN 37208. E-mail: jgilchrist@glenmary.org Web site: www.glenmary.org


RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

DRE: Saint Luke Parish in McLean, Virginia is seeking a Director of Religious Education who will act as a leader of the faith formation team, oversee the Parish School of Religion, be responsible for the sacramental preparation of children and adults for the Sacraments of Initiation and First Penance and develop and administer programs for adult faith formation including a modified Generations of Faith. Competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. For more information or to apply, please contact Carol Mournighan at: (703) 356-8419 or at: clmourn@aol.com


DIRECTOR OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION -- Catholic parish with a deep commitment to social justice seeks full-time Director of Religious Education. Responsibilities include managing all sacramental preparation, as well as youth and adult religious education classes and programs. Commitment and study in faith development, along with volunteer management and computer skills are required. Spanish language skills, though not required, would be helpful. Our Lady Queen of Peace is located in Arlington, VA. Please send résumé before January 31 to Fr. Leonard Tuozzolo: olqp.re@verizon.net Fax: (703) 979-5590. Phone: (703) 979-5580, x107.


YOUTH MINISTRY

YOUTH COORDINATOR -- Active Catholic parish with twenty years of youth ministry, seeks experienced, full-time junior/senior high youth coordinator. Requirements: active, practicing Catholic, Bachelors Degree or Certificate in Youth Ministry. Characteristics: humor, ability to work well with clergy & 35 active volunteers, sound formation in Catholic theology. Salaried position, diocesan benefits. St. Catherine of Siena Parish, 1649 Kingsley Ave., Orange Park, FL 32073.


DIRECTOR OF YOUTH MINISTRY -- St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church-1500-family parish in Springfield, Missouri-seeks qualified applicants for Director of Youth Ministry. Well-established youth program provides monthly activities for 4th-5th graders, 6th-8th graders, 9th-12th graders. Responsibilities: planning, coordinating, implementing social and religious education programs, including Confirmation program for high school students; recruiting and directing volunteers. Candidates must be confirmed, practicing Catholics, self-motivated, goal-directed, task-oriented, innovative. Previous experience working with youth in religious education setting preferable but not required. Résumé and letter of interest to Rev. Thomas E. Reidy, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 2200 W. Republic Road, Springfield, MO 65807.


YOUTH MINISTER -- Large suburban Vatican II parish (2,500+ families) in Fort Worth, Texas diocese seeks creative and energetic youth minister. Candidates should have minimum 5 years experience, with skills in leadership, motivation, organization, and communication; willingness to work with staff /volunteers to direct a comprehensive program for grades 6-12 including faith formation. BA plus certification in YM. Competitive salary/benefits. YM Search Committee, St. Philip the Apostle, 1897 W. Main St, Lewisville, TX 75067. Fax: (972) 219-5429. E-mail: office@stphilipcc.org


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