Assistant Priest for Congregation Life and Community Engagement, Anglican Diocese of Nova Scoti[...]

Our Mission
We are called to be a place of hope in God’s world: where God is worshipped with heart, mind and voice; where Christ’s peace and justice are sought; and where strangers can become friends. We are delighted to have you consider joining our ministry team. We, at the Cathedral Church of All Saints, are a diverse lot, from many Christian backgrounds, non-Christian backgrounds, and no faith backgrounds. We come for Christian community, to find God in relationships with neighbours and new friends. We come for lessons from the incredible life of Jesus Christ. We come for spiritual rest, time to think, pray, and center on God, for comfort in hard times, and gratitude in good times. We come to serve God, each other, and the world. We’re not perfect. We trust in God’s gentle grace and unconditional love. We seek meaning for the life God has gifted us. We welcome each other, no matter who we are, or what we look like, or what labels the world puts on us. We dare to welcome all because God, and not any human authority, extends this gracious invitation. (Galatians 3:28-29)

Parish Summary
The Cathedral Church of All Saints is the Cathedral Church for the Anglican Diocese of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island, Canada, located on the unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq people. We strive to be an inclusive downtown Halifax church. Our services, both online and in-person, cover traditional and contemporary Anglican worship, prayer, and music with a world-class choir.

Our parish community of over 315 individuals and families supports and advocates for a number of critical outreach programs. With a rich history of worship, music, education and outreach to the community, we serve a thriving, varied and vibrant multicultural city. The Cathedral also provides a quiet contemplative space open to all in the heart of the city.

Position Summary
We are looking forward to welcoming a full-time Assistant Priest to equip and empower our thriving church community, to ignite faithful imagination and sustain inspired innovation, to support the pastoral care of the congregation and to help us grow as an inclusive, connected community of faith in action. (Micah 6: 8)

We are seeking someone who will join the team and take responsibility for the important work of engagement, education and formation to enrich the life of the congregation. This is an opportunity for someone with parish experience to focus on the people-centred aspects of church life who can draw out the many strengths in our community to build our capacity as a welcoming, affirming parish.

The Assistant Priest, in partnership with our ministry team, Cathedral Council, the congregation as a whole and the broader community, will support us in the next steps of our Rising Up Plan with the overall intention of growing the reach and impact of the Cathedral Church of All Saints:

As an integral member of the clergy team in Anglican worship and faith formation in preaching, teaching and pastoral care

• Engaging the congregation and the wider community with opportunities to deepen our faith and sense of connection to God and each other.
• Supporting worship in different forms, from traditional to contemporary.
• Providing pastoral care to our growing parish.

Providing vision and leadership for engagement and outreach

• Effectively communicating internally to connect individuals and families within the Cathedral community.
• Promoting an inclusive community with deliberate and sustained efforts to welcome new members into parish life, regardless of faith background or identity.
• Reaching beyond the Cathedral to foster relationships with the broader community.

Building our future through stewardship and partnership

• Understanding and lifting up the gifts of time, talent and treasure within the congregation and beyond.
• Seeking opportunities to fulfil the Cathedral vision, mission and strategic objectives.
• Engaging with other faith and community organizations to further the mission of the Church.

Equipping our community to be advocates for inclusion, belonging and justice

• Creating a welcoming space to worship that is open and attractive to newcomers and to our current worshipping community.
• Collectively confronting systemic barriers and inequities and promoting reconciliation and healing.
• Listening to the wider community to learn what our neighbours may be seeking or hoping for from us.

Responsibilities include, and are not limited to:

• Participating in the full life and worship of our Anglican community, including preaching, presiding and pastoral care.
• Nurturing a safer, welcoming and inclusive environment for all members and the wider community, integrating, expanding and celebrating growth while honouring our heritage.
• Supporting faith formation and education for the community as a whole, including children, youth and family ministries.
• Ensuring that the ministry of lay people is well supported and that their efforts and gifts are aligned with achieving the vision and mission of the Cathedral.
• Providing leadership in fostering innovative, vibrant, engaging and spiritually enriching congregational experiences within the parish.
• Supporting our role as the Cathedral Church for the Diocese of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island.
• Collaborating with the Dean, Deacons, Office Administrator, Director of Music, Cathedral Council and committees of Council with direct reporting to the Dean.

We are seeking someone who is:

• An ordained priest or pastor in good standing within the Anglican Communion or Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada and is aligned with our mission and values as a congregation.
• A strong preacher who is grounded in Christian faith, theology and scripture, and a strong understanding of Anglican tradition and spiritual leadership.
• A compassionate pastor with reverence for individual faith journeys.
• Able to share in collaborative ministry as a reliable, flexible partner in ministry.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Strong interpersonal, relationship building, communication and pastoral care skills.
• Experience recruiting, training, retaining and celebrating lay ministry within a congregation.
• A willingness to assume responsibility, take initiative, and lead collaboratively with confidence, humility, and grace.
• An understanding of the dynamics of social justice and the role of faith in action and advocacy.
• An understanding of the importance of seeking reconciliation, addressing systemic discrimination and embracing principles of equity and belonging.
• An appreciation of the diversity of experiences and traditions within our Cathedral who can foster a sense of community within the congregation as a whole.

Our hope is to provide an opportunity to share and expand your skills and experiences, which may include:

• An understanding and appreciation of how social media can support ministry and connection.
• A creative energy towards new ministries and educational programs that meet our curiosities in a changing world.
• Experience managing multiple projects and initiatives simultaneously.
• Experience in facilitating change and transition, successfully achieving mission-driven goals and objectives.
• Experience in leadership and/or management roles in business, not-for-profit/charity or similarly complex organization(s).
• Passionate, strategic thinking and an ability to bring out the best in others.
• Strong organizational and computer skills.

Compensation/Salary and Benefits

Salary will be paid according to Diocesan Policy 2.1.19 Minimum Stipend Scale, plus applicable benefits, and housing allowance based on current rental market value.

The Anglican Diocese of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island embraces diversity and celebrates our differences. We believe each team member contributes unique gifts and welcome applications from those who share our respect for inclusivity and diversity.

We encourage applications from people with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodations, upon request, for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

To receive the profile and an application form please contact Jana Gauthier, Diocesan Executive Administrator at bishopsoffice@nspeidiocese.ca.

Please note: A Police Records Check report, Vulnerable Sector Check report must be submitted before assuming this position. Anglican Clergy from outside the Diocese of Nova Scotia and P.E.I., must present confirmation that they are an ordained minister in good standing and have their Bishop’s permission to seek employment opportunities outside their own diocese.