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Clergy - 21-2011.00

O*NET-SOC Description

Conduct religious worship and perform other spiritual functions associated with beliefs and practices of religious faith or denomination. Provide spiritual and moral guidance and assistance to members.

Sample of Reported Job Titles

Bishop
Catholic Priest
Children's Minister
Confessor
Congregational Care Pastor

Minister
Pastor
Priest
Rector
Worship Pastor

SOC Occupation Groups

21-0000	Community and Social Service Occupations
21-2000	Religious Workers
21-2010	Clergy
21-2011.00	Clergy

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Tasks

Administer religious rites or ordinances.
Collaborate with committees or individuals to address financial or administrative issues pertaining to congregations.
Conduct special ceremonies, such as weddings, funerals, or confirmations.
Counsel individuals or groups concerning their spiritual, emotional, or personal needs.
Devise ways in which congregational membership can be expanded.
Instruct people who seek conversion to a particular faith.
Organize and lead regular religious services.
Organize or engage in interfaith, community, civic, educational, or recreational activities sponsored by or related to religious programs.
Participate in fundraising activities to support congregational activities or facilities.
Perform administrative duties, such as overseeing building management, ordering supplies, contracting for services or repairs, or supervising the work of staff members or volunteers.
Plan or lead religious education programs.
Pray and promote spirituality.
Prepare and deliver sermons or other talks.
Prepare people for participation in religious ceremonies.
Read from sacred texts, such as the Bible, Torah, or Koran.
Refer people to community support services, psychologists, or doctors.
Respond to requests for assistance during emergencies or crises.
Share information about religious issues by writing articles, giving speeches, or teaching.
Study and interpret religious laws, doctrines, or traditions.
Train leaders of church, community, or youth groups.
Visit people in homes, hospitals, or prisons to provide them with comfort and support.