Assistant Minister at Mikael's Congregation with focus on Swedish-Finnish ministry
The Swedish Church's Swedish-Finnish work in Örebro encompasses the entire pastorate but is physically located at Mikael's Congregation. Many Swedish-Finns regularly come here for both Finnish-language and bilingual services, as well as a wide range of activities for all ages. Within this community, there is a desire for the priest's presence and for deeper spiritual engagement. The Swedish-Finnish team consists of a priest, a diaconal assistant, and an administrator, but is also part of the work team at Mikael's Congregation.
Duties:
In your role as a priest in the Örebro Pastorate's Swedish-Finnish ministry, you will celebrate Mass regularly, both in Finnish and Swedish. In Swedish-Finnish work, you are responsible for services, church rites, pastoral care, teaching, services at senior care facilities, and devotions in various settings. We hope you feel comfortable working with both the elderly and children and their families. The position also includes considerable networking with congregations in the pastorate, with other Swedish-Finnish organizations, and with the municipality and region, as Örebro County is a Swedish-Finnish administrative area. An important part is working for cooperation and integration between the Swedish-Finnish community and the Swedish-speaking congregation. As a priest in the Örebro Pastorate, you will also be part of shared vacation schedules and are expected to conduct Swedish-language church rites and services in our various churches, as well as participate in pastorate-wide activities. The position offers room to develop what you are passionate about.
We are looking for someone who is ordained as a priest and who:
Has strong knowledge of both Finnish and Swedish languages, written and spoken.
Feels at home in Finnish culture and Finnish traditions.
Has an aptitude for collaboration, cooperation, and relationship-building.
Has a diaconal approach.
Is flexible, creative, and shares our desire for community and deeper engagement.
Enjoyed working with others, but can also work independently and take own initiative.
About Us!
Mikael's Congregation is located in the western part of Örebro, with a broad religious, cultural, and linguistic diversity. The congregation is characterized by an open and welcoming atmosphere, with many engaged members and wonderful community both on Sundays and throughout the week. Mikael's Congregation is a present and living church that, rooted in baptism, seeks to bring Christ's love and hope to the world. Many of Örebro's Swedish-Finns also gather here in both everyday and festive occasions.
In the Örebro Pastorate, there are approximately 8,500 Swedish-Finns. The Swedish Church in Örebro consists of eight congregations with a rich and varied congregational life. We share a common office and cemetery administration. Additionally, we have the course center Solliden as well as individual and family counseling. We are a force that people count on, a strong and sought-after social actor in Örebro and Lekeberg. We exist in the midst of a vibrant and growing part of Sweden, with good living opportunities for all ages and interests. We work from the conviction that we become better together in our shared mission to be church. Sustainable development is important to us: economic, ecological, spiritual, and social. We are driven by visionary leadership that includes both employees and elected representatives. We want to continue to be a strong church moving into the future.
What We Can Offer!
The Örebro Pastorate is a large environment with a living and broad Swedish-Finnish ministry with many active and engaged members. In the pastorate, you will have many colleagues in the same profession, opportunities to participate in various networks, and grow in your role. We offer excellent opportunities for continuing education and professional development.
The Örebro Pastorate has stable and sound finances. Here you will have access to professional support functions in finance, IT, HR, communication, property, and general services. We want you to be able to combine work and private life in the best way possible; therefore, flexibility is important to us. We offer health and wellness activities during work time and wellness contributions.
As a priest in one of the Örebro Pastorate's congregations, you will join a vital and forward-looking community with room for different theological expressions. Reflection and growth are important to us, both as individuals and as a church, with important missions in our city. We count on you.
If you would like to know more about the position, you are warmly welcome to contact Congregation Pastor Per Pettersson 019-154767
Deadline for applications is September 20
Interviews in the congregation on September 25
Interviews in the Cathedral Chapter on October 5
Start date by agreement
Contact Person
Per Pettersson
Congregation Pastor
[email protected]
019-154767Assistant Minister at Mikael's Congregation with focus on Swedish-Finnish ministry
The Swedish Church's Swedish-Finnish work in Örebro encompasses the entire pastorate but is physically located at Mikael's Congregation. Many Swedish-Finns regularly come here for both Finnish-language and bilingual services, as well as a wide range of activities for all ages. Within this community, there is a desire for the priest's presence and for deeper spiritual engagement. The Swedish-Finnish team consists of a priest, a diaconal assistant, and an administrator, but is also part of the work team at…