Catholic Priest

Job Summary

We are seeking a qualified Roman Catholic Priest to provide Catholic worship, sacramental, and pastoral support to the Vicenza Military Community in Italy. The Priest will conduct Mass, administer Catholic sacraments, provide pastoral care, and support special religious observances in accordance with Roman Catholic practices and Archdiocese for the Military Services (AMS) requirements.

Place of Performance

Vicenza Military Community Chapel
Building 29, Caserma Ederle
Vicenza, Italy

Work Schedule

• Conduct Sunday Mass and Reconciliation between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
• Arrive at least 15 minutes before scheduled services for preparation.
• Provide services for designated Catholic Holy Days and special observances.
• Be available for scheduled baptisms, marriages, reconciliation, and other sacramental services.
• Provide emergency Anointing of the Sick as needed.
• Support First Holy Communion and Confirmation activities as scheduled.
• Additional services will be coordinated based on chapel requirements.

Period of Performance

September 29, 2026 – September 28, 2027, with potential option periods.

Primary Responsibilities

• Celebrate Catholic Mass and deliver appropriate homilies.
• Administer the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
• Perform baptisms and marriages with Mass when scheduled.
• Provide emergency Anointing of the Sick.
• Support funerals, pastoral care, counseling, and hospital/home visitation when required.
• Support Catholic Holy Days, Lent, Advent, First Holy Communion, Confirmation, and other special religious events.
• Provide Catholic religious guidance and support when serving as the primary Catholic Priest.
• Coordinate effectively with chapel leadership, parish representatives, and the Catholic community.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding parishioners, volunteers, and participants.
• Maintain professional conduct and appearance appropriate for Catholic ministry.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must:

• Be an ordained Priest of the Roman Catholic Church.
• Hold an active ecclesiastical endorsement from the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA (AMS).
• Have faculties accepted or granted by the AMS Archbishop.
• Be qualified to celebrate Mass and administer Catholic sacraments in accordance with Roman Catholic requirements.
• Be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and for required administrative coordination.
• Be able to work professionally with military personnel, families, chapel staff, volunteers, and parishioners.
• Be able to meet applicable installation access, security, and training requirements.