Leads in serving needs beyond the community and in spreading the good news of Christ. Seminary-trained priest who mentors and shepherds the team, guides the spiritual formation. Pastoral care provider. Visits or coordinates hospital and home visits where needed, in crisis and ongoing. Sees that the people's gifts of ministry, money and property are well used in God's service.
Plans worship services and supports music programs.
Ordained as locally affirmed priest to administer the sacraments, particularly the Eucharist.