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.
Duration
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
- give speeches and sermons
- lead classes and community events
- give advice and guidance to community members
- develop religious educational programmes
- manage organisational and programme finances
- interpret religious information for others
- visit and support people in the community
- promote community and social service programmes
- train staff in social services skills
- officiate at weddings and funerals
Social
Creative
Enterprising
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou 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 religion
- a bachelor's degree in religion
- a postgraduate certificate or diploma in religion
- a master's degree in religion
- 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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