Greater Dayton

Posted:  11/29/2021

Position Summary

Promotes the Mission of the Sisters of the Precious Blood “to be a life-giving, reconciling presence in our fractured world” through education, advocacy and action on issues of justice according to the circumstances of our time.  Represents the Sisters of the Precious Blood by networking and participating with local, state, and national organizations relevant to social justice and ecological issues in keeping with the priorities of the Congregation.

As a passionate advocate for systemic change, the Peace, Justice and Ecology Coordinator will work closely and collaborate with other CPPS congregations and not-for-profit organizations to address systemic change.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Serves as a resource person to educate and provide opportunities that will lead the Congregation to a deeper understanding of the root causes of injustice that undermines peace and environmental sustainability.
2. Sets annual goals, in consultation with the leadership team, to advance Congregational initiatives as established by the Assembly directives.
3. Stays abreast of and as possible, actively collaborates with other women religious congregations and organizations e.g. (LCWR, NBCC, UISG, GV, AHMLA etc.).
4. Stays abreast of current national and state legislative actions that address the Congregation’s interests and communicates to appropriate audiences any opportunities to engage with legislators at the local/state/national level.
5. Works closely with the leadership liaison and participates with internal committees/teams involved in peace and justice efforts.
6. Prepares and monitors an annual budget and provides a monthly report to the leadership team for justice and peace efforts.
7. In collaboration with the Communications Office, promotes internal and external awareness of prominent issues and actions being taken on them. Prepares public statements on matters of social justice.

Requirements and Qualifications

1. Must possess a minimum of a bachelor’s degree and a passion for social justice.
2. Minimum of three years’ experience in social justice advocacy or direct service to the poor, marginalized and the excluded.
3. Direct working understanding of Catholic Social Teaching.

To learn more about the Sisters of the Precious Blood, visit our website at www.preciousbloodsistersdayton.org.

Posted 10/22/21

Share your desire to serve young adults in faith and your passion for liturgy at the University of Dayton, a Catholic and Marianist University. Campus Ministry’s liturgy team reflects sacramental celebrations that promote full active participation, strong student leadership in liturgical ministries, a commitment to growth in multicultural expressions of prayer and worship reflective of the diversity of the UD community, and pastorally responding to the needs of the campus through prayer and worship.

The assistant director will:

• Collaborate with the liturgy team to establish a vision for and ensure the development and successful implementation of university liturgies, liturgical catechesis, liturgical ministry formation, and sacramental preparation.
• Supervise a graduate assistant and advises Catholic Life, a faith-based student organization.
• Respond to special liturgical/prayer requests, ensures the development of diverse cultural expressions of prayer and worship, supports the faith development of students, and communicates about liturgical events.
• Serve as an active collaborator on the 34-person ministry team.

This is a 10.5 month, full-time, exempt position with full benefits.  Flexible start in early 2022.  Salary commensurate with experience.

Deadline for accepting applications: November 12, 2021 

 

The University of Dayton is a Top Ten Catholic research university, founded in 1850 by the Society of Mary.  The University seeks outstanding, diverse staff who value its mission and share its commitment to academic excellence and the development of the whole person, and leadership and service in the local and global community.