Ministers of Religion

This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks.

• preparing and conducting services of public worship and acknowledgments of faith
• preparing and delivering sermons homilies and special talks and planning music for services
• participating in the social and welfare activities of communities encouraging people to be aware of their responsibilities and organising participation in community projects
• conducting classes of religious instruction and supervising prayer and discussion groups retreats and seminars
• conducting premarital and family counselling and referring people to professional service agencies where necessary
• performing marriages funerals and special memorial services according to tradition and ecclesiastical and civil law
• visiting members of the community in their homes hospitals and other institutions to provide advice and religious comfort
• keeping records as required by the church and civil law

Do you enjoy caring for others? Perhaps you would like to assist people experiencing a disability, or are keen to get involved in the wellness industry. If you are intrigued by these possibilities, a job in the Community Services & Development sector might be suited to you.This industry offers a variety of services which can range from helping and caring for others to developing and maintaining community resources and programs. Overall you need to get a great satisfaction and reward from nurturing and caring those in need. You are someone who is driven by being open and responsive to the needs and welfare of others and this is your biggest motivation in relating to people. This makes you a caring and compassionate person who always likes to make sure the needs of the people around you are met.

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