Minister of religion, Minita hāhi
Also known as
- Chaplain, clergyman, pastor, priest, rabbi, christian minister, Catholic priest, imam
Ministers of religion carry out religious ceremonies and provide spiritual and moral education and guidance to members of a religious group.
2:30 mins
Your pay could be
$48K
Lower
$52K to $84K
Most common
$103K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Ministers of religion
- usually work regular hours but may work weekends, evenings and religious holidays
- usually work in churches, synagogues, mosques and temples and may travel locally
- may do emotionally demanding work
- need to be responsible, lead others and communicate well
Tasks
- lead classes or community events
- develop educational programmes
- counsel clients or patients regarding personal issues
- develop promotional strategies for religious organisations
- visit individuals in their homes to provide support or information
- interpret cultural or religious information for others
- train staff members in social services skills
- intervene in crisis situations to assist clients
- manage organisational or programme finances
- refer clients to community or social service programmes
You need experience to become a minister of religion and a qualification may be useful.
You need
- experience in the religious community
You may need
- a relevant tertiary qualification in Christian studies
- a bachelor's degree in theology, divinity, contemporary ministry or similar area
- a postgraduate qualification in ministry, chaplaincy, theology or similar area
- to pass a police check
If you’re in school
You usually need NCEA Level 3 to do the study or training for this job.
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