Hospital Chaplain and Parish Minister to Sollefteå Parish
Two of the ministry's most meaningful assignments – in a single position.
Do you want to meet people when life is turned upside down while also helping build a vibrant parish community?
With us, you'll get a unique pastoral position where you combine 40% hospital chaplain at Sollefteå Hospital with 60% parish minister in Sollefteå Parish.
At the hospital, you'll encounter life's greatest joys and deepest sorrows. There you meet people seeking hope, meaning, and someone who dares to stay when words aren't enough.
In the parish, you'll simultaneously be part of a dedicated team where all of Sollefteå Parish becomes your workplace. Here you meet people at all stages of life through worship services, church ceremonies, and parish activities.
An assignment with both freedom and responsibility
As a hospital chaplain, you offer pastoral care and spiritual support to patients, families, and staff. You become a natural part of the hospital's caring environment and work closely with social workers and other professionals.
As a parish minister, you serve throughout Sollefteå Parish. Worship services, church ceremonies, and parish work are a natural part of your assignment.
We believe people encounter God in different ways. That's why we want to give you space to shape parts of your position based on your own gifts and passions. Perhaps you're passionate about retreats, pilgrimages, Christian meditation, discussion groups, or other meeting places where people have the opportunity to grow in faith and life.
With us, you have both the freedom and trust to make your ideas a reality.
With us, you get
a unique combination of hospital ministry and vibrant parish life
the opportunity to work throughout Sollefteå Parish together with dedicated colleagues
the possibility to participate in the Hospital Church's national competency program in four levels
regular supervision and collegial support
wellness benefits and occupational health services
We're looking for you who
are ordained according to the Church of Sweden's regulations
feel secure in your clerical identity
have a talent for building trusting relationships and meeting people with attentiveness, respect, and presence
enjoy working independently while also valuing collaboration and community.
Experience in pastoral care or hospital ministry is a merit, but we also welcome you if you feel a strong calling to deepen your work in this area.
A driver's license and access to your own car are requirements for the position.
About Sollefteå Parish
Sollefteå Parish consists of twelve congregations and covers the entire Sollefteå municipality. Here you'll find closeness between people, nature, and the church. We want to be an open and present church where people can grow in faith, hope, and community.
We conduct interviews on an ongoing basis, so don't delay submitting your application.
Welcome to Sollefteå Parish!Hospital Chaplain and Parish Minister to Sollefteå Parish
Two of the ministry's most meaningful assignments – in a single position.
Do you want to meet people when life is turned upside down while also helping build a vibrant parish community?
With us, you'll get a unique pastoral position where you combine 40% hospital chaplain at Sollefteå Hospital with 60% parish minister in Sollefteå Parish.
At the hospital, you'll encounter life's greatest joys and deepest sorrows. There you meet people seeking hope, meaning, and someone who dares to stay when words aren't enough.
In the parish, you'll…