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Campus Minister for Penn & Drexel Newman

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Archdiocese of Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 3 weeks ago (Updated 2 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/22/2026

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CAMPUS MINISTER FOR PENN & DREXEL NEWMAN CENTER
Location Penn & Drexel Newman Center at St. Agatha St. James | 111 S. 38th St Philadelphia, PA 19104 Type Full-Time, Exempt, 40hrs/wk Supervisor Dcn. Michael Gokie, Assistant Newman Director Website www.saintsaj.org/
WHO WE ARE:
The Penn & Drexel Newman Center at St. Agatha-St. James Parish is a Catholic community that works with the University City community, helping them to encounter Christ, grow in the Christian life, and be sent forth to serve as "missionary disciples" from one heart to another. You will be part of a ministry team, in which you will be supported with great resources to fulfill your job of helping college students discover the joy of living the Christian life.
OVERALL DESCRIPTION
The Campus Minister for Penn & Drexel Newman supports the Newman Center Director & Assistant Newman Director in the faithful implementation of the Newman Center's mission and vision to students in University City. He or she is responsible for supporting the execution of the strategic campus ministry program, which looks to foster a vibrant Catholic community for students at UPenn & Drexel University.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Cooperate in the execution of the annual strategic campus ministry plan. Help oversee the Penn & Drexel Newman Student Leadership Teams. Help oversee the FOCUS Missionary Teams in the integration of their efforts to support the ministry. Participate in the St. Agatha-St. James' Parish Apostolic team. Oversee the execution of key ministry events, including Fall Outreach, semesterly retreats, service programs, social activities, etc. Be present at key weekly ministry events, including some evenings and weekends.
QUALIFICATIONS
Practicing Roman Catholic and affinity with the overall mission of the Catholic campus ministry. 1+ years of experience working in a pastoral ministry setting. Bachelor's degree or higher. Enthusiasm and excellent people skills are essential. Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and to lead and motivate others, especially volunteers. Thoroughness in planning and implementing work, including goals, budget, timetables, and action steps to achieve objectives. Ability to work effectively with other staff members, campus representatives, and volunteers. Ability to think creatively and is not complacent in doing tasks 'because that's the way they've always been done.' Is comfortable challenging the process.
COMPENSATION
Salary:
Competitive, commensurate with experience
Benefits:
medical, dental, vision, retirement package
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applicants should submit a resume, three professional references who know the applicant's work experience, and a cover letter that explains why they are interested in the position and how their background and experience qualifies them to be a Campus Minister for the Newman Center. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Please send application materials to Patrick Travers, the Newman Director at ptravers@saintsaj.org.

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