Student Mass Sacristan

Posting Number

Division

Mission & Ministry Office

Department

Student Development & Engagemt

Location

Erie, Pa

Position Summary

Career Readiness Learning Objectives:

Communication – The student sacristan must develop the ability to communicate clearly and effectively what is needed to properly execute their assigned Masses. This will include reading Mass readings and/or announcements from the Ambo.

Critical Thinking – The student sacristan will be responsible for the execution of assigned Liturgies and will need to be able to make on the spot decisions in response to any issues that arise with technology, persons, etc. This may include responding to disruptive persons or medical emergencies.

Professionalism – The student sacristan will need to manage the on-site execution of campus Liturgies. The sacristan will dress appropriately for the role, be punctual, and engage with persons in courteous and respectful manner.

Position Summary
The Student Mass Sacristan will be an essential person in assuring the proper facilitation of Sunday Masses, Thursday Community Masses, and Daily Masses at Mary, Seat of Wisdom Chapel. Working alongside the Director of Campus Ministry, this position will be responsible for the proper setup, facilitation, and cleanup for all assigned Masses at Mary, Seat of Wisdom Chapel. This position assists the Director of Campus Ministry in preparing the chapel for changes in the liturgical season, by changing altar cloths, etc. The Student Sacristan also assures the safety of the chapel space before, during, and after Masses in the chapel. The Student Sacristan will serve as a member of the Campus Ministry Team.



Essential Functions of this position:

• Unlocking the chapel and turning on lights before Masses. Locking the chapel and turning off lights after Masses.

• Setting up for and cleaning up the altar and sanctuary space after our Sunday and Daily Masses (all Masses covered between 3-4 student sacristans).

• Picking up / cleaning up items left behind in the chapel and in the pews.

• Check in and assist liturgical ministers at assigned Masses.

• Oversee the chapel space during Masses, assuring the safety of the space and guests. Will call Police and Safety in the case of medical emergencies or other safety concerns.

Other Responsibilities May Include:

• Assisting with maintenance of candle stands and other items in the chapel
• Scheduling liturgical ministers
• Assisting with other events at the chapel or Kraus Hall (opening / closing the building, setting up the space, etc.)

Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• be a practicing and Confirmed Catholic with general knowledge of the Catholic Faith.
• be familiar with the Catholic Mass
• possess excellent communication skills.
• be reliable in fulfilling all duties.
• Minimum GPA of 2.50

Preferred Qualifications

A preferred candidate would have a general knowledge and appreciation of Gannon Campus Ministry.

Physical Demands

Must be able to set up the chapel and carry items from the sacristy into the chapel for Masses.

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

4

Job Posting Open Date

01/06/2026

Job Posting Close Date

02/20/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Contact Director of Campus Ministry, Brent Heckman, at [email protected] or 814-871-7435 with any questions.