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Ministers of Religion (NOC 4154)DescriptionMinisters of religion conduct religious services, administer the rites of a religious faith or denomination, provide spiritual and moral guidance and perform other functions associated with the practice of a religion. Ministers of religion perform these duties in churches, synagogues, temples, mosques, or other places of worship. They may also work in other institutions such as schools, hospitals and prisons. Example Titles
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DutiesMinisters of religion perform some or all of the following duties:
SkillsMinisters of Religion need the following skills and abilities:
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Terms & ConditionsThe work of religious leaders varies greatly and depends on many factors such as the religion practiced, geographic location and vocational designation. Religious leaders who are assigned to a specific religious community are governed by the needs of the membership. To some extent, they can arrange their weekly responsibilities around scheduled activities such as holy day services. They may be on call at any time to provide counselling and support. Some religious leaders work in schools or administrative positions where the working conditions are similar to those of lay people who do the same work. Some teach or serve as missionaries in foreign countries, where the living conditions are much lower than in Canada. This occupational group is predominately male (81%). In some faiths women are not classified as clergy but may carry out related duties. Only men are ordained as priests while women may serve in positions that do not require priestly ordination. Some religious leaders work part time (15%) while some combine several part time responsibilities into full time positions. Salaries vary substantially, depending on experience, denomination, size and wealth of the congregation, and geographic location. Religious leaders who work in secular positions usually receive the same remuneration as lay people. Religious priests take a vow of poverty and are supported by their religious order. Earnings$27,200 per annum - starting $42,300 per annum - average $73,700 per annum - high Earnings are reviewed annually or more frequently if new information becomes available. Education / Training
Programs in Manitoba related to Christian ministries include: Canadian Mennonite University:
The University of Winnipeg:
The University of Manitoba:
Degree programs are also offered by the following private religious colleges:
Career PathsPersons doing volunteer work in positions such as altar assistant, religious school teacher, summer camps, youth worker or music leader may develop an interest in becoming a religious leader. Junior clergy may have a specific role, e.g., youth pastor or volunteer supervisor. Senior clergy are more likely to be involved in administrative roles and supervision in large congregations,. With additional education, religious leaders may move into social work, teaching, or counselling. OutlookEmployment prospects for ministers of religion are expected to be good in the 2010 to 2014 period. Employment in Manitoba in 2010 is estimated at 1,450. Individuals considering a career in the clergy are choosing not only a career but also a way of life. A vocation will be the most important factor in making a career decision. Opportunities vary among denominations and geographic regions. Ministers of religion willing to work in small or rural congregations will have better prospects. While the majority of ministry positions are within congregations, there are also some forms of specialized ministry involving teaching, social action, chaplaincy, or administration. These opportunities tend to be more prevalent in larger urban centres. Members of the clergy tend to join later and retire later than others in non-religious occupations. A significant number of clergy are 65 or older; the retirement of these individuals should create a number of opportunities in the next few years. There is a shift in the religious makeup of Manitoba to a more diverse religious profile as a result of the changing source of immigrants. There has been some restructuring as some smaller churches have amalgamated and some religious communities now share ministers. Although the number of women in this occupation has not changed much since the last census, their roles are changing as they take on more leadership positions. The distribution of ministers of religion throughout the province mirrors that of the general working population. The majority are found in Other Services (except Public Administration) (89%) and the Health Care and Social Assistance sector (6%). Employment by Age Group
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Please Note - The source for above charts is the 2006 Census. Professional Associations, Unions, and Regulatory Bodies...
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