Friday, April 25, 2008

National DO NOT CALL List

REMEMBER: Cell Phone Numbers Go Public today!

All cell phone numbers are being released to telemarketing companies tomorrow and you will start to receive sale calls. YOU WILL BE CHARGED FOR THESE CALLS!

To prevent this, call the following number from your cell phone: 888-382-1222.

It is the National DO NOT CALL list. It will only take a minute of your time. It blocks your number for five (5) years. You must call from the cell phone number you want to have blocked. You cannot call from a different phone number.

HELP OTHERS BY PASSING THIS ON TO ALL YOUR FRIENDS.

Tuesday, April 22, 2008

DIOCESE OF OAKLAND JOB OPENINGS

Week of April 22, 2008

Receptionist – Chancery Office at the Cathedral of Christ the Light

Hours: Monday - Friday

37.5 hours/week

Supervisor: Gloria Espinoza

Summary: To provide reception services and assistance as requested and approved by supervisor.

Duties:

  • Answer all in-coming phone calls in a professional manner. Transfer as appropriate. Provide callers with information and refer calls to other sites as appropriate.
  • Provide administrative support including word processing and data entry as directed by supervisor.
  • Provide support in sorting all incoming US mail.
  • Provide hospitality to visitors (ie: coffee). Notify departments of visitors waiting in lobby for appointments. Direct repair and service people appropriately. Interact with public and staff professionally and in a hospitable manner.
  • Maintain conference room logs.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date personnel log including information such as when staff are on vacation, out of the building, in copy room, etc.
  • Prepare and deliver electronic e-mail messages when necessary and directed by supervisor.
  • Accept and monitor federal express and miscellaneous pick-ups at the front desk.
  • Maintain reception area (desk, lobby etc.) in a professional manner.
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications:

  • an AA Degree;
  • bilingual/bi-literate (Spanish/English) ability to clearly communicate in both languages;
  • the ability to handle multiple phone lines and stressful encounters;
  • a professional and confidential manner;
  • computer skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook, FileMaker Pro;
  • a pleasant, hospitable personality;
  • understanding and respect for Catholic values;
  • professional attire appropriate for work environment at the Cathedral of Christ the Light .

Reception experience is preferred.

Classification: N-4 ($13.56 - $14.76)

Position is full-time with full Diocesan Benefits.

Applications due: May 1, 2008

Please send letter of interest and resume to:

Penny Pendola, Ed.D
Director of Human Resources
Diocese of Oakland
2900 Lakeshore Avenue
Oakland, CA 94610

Catholic Community of Pleasanton - Intergenerational Ministries Coordinator

This new position reports to the Director of Faith Formation and is responsible for the planning and implementation of our three intergenerational catechetical programs: Family Program, Christian Initiation of Children, and Intergenerational Faith Communities.

The candidate must be an active, practicing Catholic, possess a BA in Theology, Pastoral Ministry, or related field (Master’s preferred), have 3-5 years pastoral experience with families in a leadership role, and familiarity with small group dynamics. Knowledge of the RCIA process is desirable.

Salary information: M-3 scale, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Position begins: August 1, 2008

Contact: Anna Horen, Director of Faith Formation, ahoren@catholicsofpleasanton.org, 925-846-3531.

Franciscan School of Theology, Berkeley, Full-Time Assistant in the Development Office

Responsibilities include database management including but not limited to data entry and management of donations, preparation of gift reports to President and Board, coordination of direct mail appeals, production of newsletters and brochures, and other duties as may be required. Applicant must have working, extensive knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access. Applicant should also have some knowledge of Microsoft Publisher, Adobe Creative Suite, and excellent English communication skills. Some experience working in a not-for-profit organization is preferred. Job description is available upon request.

Salary information: Scale with benefits

Position begins: Immediately

Contact: Please send resume to Fr. Mario DiCicco, OFM, 1712 Euclid Ave., Berkeley, CA 94709

Oakland Cathedral Video

Dear Friends,

A group of CAL/Berkeley students have put together a “YOU TUBE” on the Oakland Cathedral. The link below will get you to it.

http://youtube.com/watch?v=3AoFfkSM1xg

I hope you find it interesting.

(Bp.) Allen Vigneron

Friday, April 18, 2008

Lecture: Contribution of Interfaith Dialogue to Peace Building

Date & time: Wednesday, April 30, 7.00-9.00 PM

Location: Dominican School of Philosophy & Theology, Classroom 1
2301 Vine Street (at Arch), Berkeley

You are cordially invited to a talk on:

Contribution of Interfaith Dialogue to Peace Building
Featuring: Fr. Thomas Michel, S.J.
  • Woodstock International Fellow at Georgetown University, Washington, DC.
  • Former Head of the Office for Islam Vatican Pontifical Council for Interreligious Dialogue (1988-1994)
  • Executive Secretary of the Office for Ecumenical and Interreligious Affairs of the Federation of Asian Bishops' Conferences(FABC-OEIA), in Bangkok, Thailand (1994-1998)
  • Secretary of the Jesuit Secretariat for Interreligious Dialogue in Rome, Italy
  • Ecumenical Secretary for the Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences
Introduction by: Sr. Marianne Farina, CSC
  • Professor of Philosophy and Theology at Dominican School of Philosophy and Theology
Sponsored by:
Pacifica Institute
Dominican School of Philosophy and Theology
Center for Islamic Studies at the Graduate Theological Union
Free & open to public
(Refreshments served 6.30-7.00 PM)

The Changing Face of Lay Ecclesial Ministry in the United States

A presentation on the evolving role of the professional lay ecclesial minister in the United States.

This presentation will explore the following:

  • Changing identity of the lay ecclesial minister
  • Changing expectations of the lay ecclesial minister in response to emerging developments in parish life.
  • Changing definitions of lay ecclesial ministry: professionalization; certification, authorization, and commissioning.

Paul Kircher, Tri-School Career Development Director, will draw on material from national conferences and symposia on lay ecclesial ministry that he has attended, as well as research on assessment of readiness for ministry among lay ecclesial ministry candidates.

Tuesday evening, April 22 at 7 p.m.
Jesuit School of Theology at Berkeley

De-Constructing Islamophobia

De-Constructing Islamophobia

Immigration, Globalization and Constructing the Other

Sponsored by the Center for Race and Gender, University of California, Berkeley

Co-sponsored by the Center for Islamic Studies, Graduate Theological Union

April 25-26

Lipman Room, Barrows Hall, UC Berkeley

Munir Jiwa, Director of the Center for Islamic Studies, will serve as a panelist.

Free and open to the public.

Click here for more information including a conference schedule.

In today’s world, Islam and Muslims are the feared “other” and the responses to the perceived threat they pose is already connected to every local, regional and global process. The “othering of Islam and Muslims” is already well underway with devastating consequences in Muslim communities, where virtual states of siege have set in, and in societies at large, where civil rights and protections have been severely curtailed in the name of “security.”

The conference seeks to provide an open scholarly exchange, exploring new approaches to the study of the current period, de-constructing the organizing processes that gave birth to Islamophobia, and studying its interconnectedness to existing and historical otherness in the areas of race, gender and “post-colonial” studies. The conference will explore and pose a number of questions that can be the springboard for further collaborative and multidisciplinary approaches to de-constructing Islamophobia.

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Founded by ecumenical pioneers in 1962, the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, California is the largest partnership of seminaries and graduate schools in the U.S. An ecumenical and interreligious crossroads, we educate students for teaching, research, ministry, and service. Dedicated to building bridges among Christian denominations and other faith traditions, the GTU is the place where religion meets the world.

Job: Pastoral Associate

St. Pius Parish is rebuilding its parish pastoral team and is looking for two dynamic ministers, one full time and one part time to support the parish in the areas of music, liturgy, youth ministry, and/or life-long faith formation. Help us refocus our catechetical and liturgical efforts to truly meet the needs of our parish community. Join a team committed to collaboration and mutual support. Ideal candidate is an experienced pastoral minister who values a collaborative team approach. Come journey with us at St. Pius Parish! Email resumes and cover letter to barb@pius.org, fax to Barbara Drake at 650 369-3641, or mail to Barbara Drake, St. Pius Church, 1100 Woodside Road, Redwood City, CA 94061. Salary based on experience.

Roundtable on Race

We hope you will join with colleagues and peers from across the GTU to discuss, as Senator Obama has suggested, the topic of race. A facilitator will guide our discussion on this Pennsylvania primary day and a television will be present to show early returns. Hope to see you there.

Roundtable on Race

April 22, 2008 (Tuesday)
12:15-2 pm, Badè Museum at Pacific School of Religion

Obama's speech and the response by race activist Tim Wise will be the topic of this discussion facilitated by Donnel Miller-Mutia. Event conveners encourage attendees to read the documents beforehand. Participants may bring lunch; drinks and dessert will be provided.

Job Opening: Theology Teacher

Servite High School in Anaheim, CA is anticipating an opening in our Theology Department. Servite is an all-boys college preparatory school under the care of the Servants of Mary. Our department is seeking a highly qualified applicant for a position in Christian Scriptures & Church History. The opening is for instruction of sophomore honor students.

The ideal applicant will possess at minimum a BA in Theology, a willingness to work collaboratively, interest in serious academic Theological instruction for secondary students. We support Campus Ministry but we are an academic department.

We are hoping that you or your faculty might be able to identify a qualified applicant in your graduating class. If this is possible, please refer the applicant to our website http://www.servitehs.org/ so that they may learn more about our community. They should also contact me directly at klevalle@servitehs.org .

Thursday, April 17, 2008

Job Opening: Writing Tutor

Youth Festival Writing Tutor, Multicultural Institute, Berkeley, CA. See www.mionline for more details or contact Director Lisa Hlass at 510-848-4075, x13, or lisa@mionline.org.

Tuesday, April 15, 2008

DIOCESE OF OAKLAND JOB OPENINGS

Week of April 15, 2008

Executive Director, Catholic Schools Consortium, Diocese of Oakland

The Executive Director of the Catholic Schools Consortium reports to the Superintendent of Schools of the Diocese of Oakland, administers the Consortium Board, manages the Consortium professional staff, interfaces with pastors and principals of the Consortium member schools, and publically represents the Catholic Schools Consortium.

The Executive Director is responsible for facilitating the operations, finances, academic programs, marketing and development of Consortium and its member schools.

Functions of the Executive Director include, but are not limited to:

  • directing and controlling the operations of the Consortium departments, i.e. Academics, Development and Finance;
  • in conjunction with pastors, selecting and evaluating principals of Consortium schools, providing leadership and supervision to those principals, and motivating principals and school faculty toward mastery of instructional goals and student outcomes;
  • fostering Catholic identity and Catholic culture in Consortium schools by providing spiritual and liturgical leadership;
  • working with Consortium principals in developing and implementing effective operational plans, standardizing policies and procedures, formalizing assessment criteria, and assisting in the recruitment and hiring of school professional staff;
  • assessing Consortium schools facilities, instituting needed capital improvements, and maximizing facility safety and security;
  • consolidating suppliers and service contracts to achieve efficiencies and economies of scale in Consortium schools.
  • working with the Department of Catholic Schools and Diocesan staffs and outside agencies and organizations to whose expertise can be a benefit to the operation and objectives of the Urban Consortium;
  • representing the Consortium to the community at large;
  • reporting on a timely basis to the Superintendent of Catholic Schools, the Consortium Board, pastors, principals and other constituents’ matters of relevance, interest or action as it relates to major functions, i.e. Academics, Development, and Finance.

Qualifications:

  • is a Catholic who supports, lives, and communicates the teachings of the Catholic Church;
  • possesses an advanced degree in the field of management, education, finance, development or related fields;
  • is a demonstrated self-starter and capable of managing multiple programs and details;
  • has five years of successful leadership experience in Catholic schools and/or in Diocesan Central Office Administration, or related position;
  • Excellent writing, editing and verbal skills and the ability to make effective presentations.

EEOC Classification: Professional/Exempt (E-8) with full Diocesan Benefits

Receptionist – Chancery Office at the Cathedral of Christ the Light

Hours: Monday - Friday

37.5 hours/week

Supervisor: Gloria Espinoza

Summary: To provide reception services and assistance as requested and approved by supervisor.

Duties:

  • Answer all in-coming phone calls in a professional manner. Transfer as appropriate. Provide callers with information and refer calls to other sites as appropriate.
  • Provide administrative support including word processing and data entry as directed by supervisor.
  • Provide support in sorting all incoming US mail.
  • Provide hospitality to visitors (ie: coffee). Notify departments of visitors waiting in lobby for appointments. Direct repair and service people appropriately. Interact with public and staff professionally and in a hospitable manner.
  • Maintain conference room logs.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date personnel log including information such as when staff are on vacation, out of the building, in copy room, etc.
  • Prepare and deliver electronic e-mail messages when necessary and directed by supervisor.
  • Accept and monitor federal express and miscellaneous pick-ups at the front desk.
  • Maintain reception area (desk, lobby etc.) in a professional manner.
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications:

  • an AA Degree;
  • bilingual/bi-literate (Spanish/English) ability to clearly communicate in both languages;
  • the ability to handle multiple phone lines and stressful encounters;
  • a professional and confidential manner;
  • computer skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook, FileMaker Pro;
  • a pleasant, hospitable personality;
  • understanding and respect for Catholic values;
  • professional attire appropriate for work environment at the Cathedral of Christ the Light .

Reception experience is preferred.

Classification: N-4 ($13.56 - $14.76)

Position is full-time with full Diocesan Benefits.

Applications due: May 1, 2008

Please send letter of interest and resume to:

Penny Pendola, Ed.D
Director of Human Resources
Diocese of Oakland
2900 Lakeshore Avenue
Oakland, CA 94610

Catholic Community of Pleasanton - Intergenerational Ministries Coordinator

This new position reports to the Director of Faith Formation and is responsible for the planning and implementation of our three intergenerational catechetical programs: Family Program, Christian Initiation of Children, and Intergenerational Faith Communities.

The candidate must be an active, practicing Catholic, possess a BA in Theology, Pastoral Ministry, or related field (Master’s preferred), have 3-5 years pastoral experience with families in a leadership role, and familiarity with small group dynamics. Knowledge of the RCIA process is desirable.

Salary information: M-3 scale, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Position begins: August 1, 2008

Contact: Anna Horen, Director of Faith Formation, ahoren@catholicsofpleasanton.org, 925-846-3531.

Catholic Funeral, Cremation, and Cemetery Services

Catholic Funeral, Cremation, and Cemetery Services is seeking an organized and professional individual to fill a family service position. Work involves outreach to the parishes and meeting with families at the Holy Angels locations on an individual basis. The Family Service Training Program will prepare the candidate to serve families in a cemetery or funeral position which is best suited for their talents. The work schedule includes alternate weekends. Customer service work background with strong ministry interest is important. Fluency in a second language is also very beneficial. We offer extensive on job training, competitive salary, and comprehensive company benefits. Candidates who feel they are qualified and would like to be considered should send a resume to Ann Marie Baatz, Catholic Funeral and Cemetery Services, P.O. Box 488, 1965 Reliez Valley Road, Lafayette, CA 94549 or fax to 925-946-1449.

Franciscan School of Theology, Berkeley, Full-Time Assistant in the Development Office

Responsibilities include database management including but not limited to data entry and management of donations, preparation of gift reports to President and Board, coordination of direct mail appeals, production of newsletters and brochures, and other duties as may be required. Applicant must have working, extensive knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access. Applicant should also have some knowledge of Microsoft Publisher, Adobe Creative Suite, and excellent English communication skills. Some experience working in a not-for-profit organization is preferred. Job description is available upon request.

Salary information: Scale with benefits

Position begins: Immediately

Contact: Please send resume to Fr. Mario DiCicco, OFM, 1712 Euclid Ave., Berkeley, CA 94709

Administrative Weekly: Job Opportunity

April 15, 2008

Teacher Job Fair (Grades Pre-k thru 12)

Please join us on Saturday, April 26, 2008, from 9 am -12:00 pm at St. Joseph Notre Dame High School Gym, 1011 Chestnut Street, Alameda. For questions please contact Diocese of Oakland Department of Human Resources, 2900 Lakeshore Avenue, Oakland, CA 94610, 510-267-8381, fax, 510-272-0725.

Friday, April 11, 2008

GTU President James A. Donahue addresses visit of Pope Benedict XVI to America

On Saturday, April 12 at 8:20 am, Graduate Theological Union President James A. Donahue will talk with Henry Tenenbaum on KRON4 TV’s Morning News Weekend.”

On Monday, April 14, 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time, Donahue will talk with Michael Dresser on the Michael Dresser Show, "Home of Thought Provoking Talk Radio."

For information about the show and to locate local affiliate stations, visit www.michaeldressershow.com.

The topic is Pope Benedict XVI’s visit to America and what he will see when he gets here.

KRON 4 has been broadcasting from San Francisco since 1949, serving over 2 million TV homes in 11 Bay Area counties.

The Michael Dresser Show is a thought-provoking talk show attracting people from around the world who want to discover the message underneath the story.

The Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, California, is the largest and most diverse partnership of seminaries and graduate schools in the United States, pursuing interreligious collaboration in teaching, research, ministry, and service.

Thursday, April 10, 2008

Workshop: Scholarship Resources for Graduate Students

Finding Funds for Research, Academic Travel, and Tuition Expenses

A Scholarship Resources for Graduate Students Workshop will be offered on

Wednesday, April 23 3:30-4:30 pm

and repeated on

Thursday, April 24, 5:30-6:30 pm

in the Teaching Lab at the Flora Lamson Hewlet Library. This workshop is designed to introduce students to key scholarship databases, application strategies, organizational tactics, and research and fellowship resources to fund an assortment of academic needs. To sign up for this workshop please call 510–649-2489 or email scholarships@gtu.edu.

A recently initiated service through the GTU Financial Aid Office is personal assistance with scholarship and grant information tailored to your area of study. Please contact Rebecca Davis, Scholarship Research Assistant, scholarships@gtu.edu for an appointment.

Wednesday, April 9, 2008

DIOCESE OF OAKLAND JOB OPENINGS

Week of April 8, 2008

Catholic Funeral, Cremation, and Cemetery Services

Catholic Funeral, Cremation, and Cemetery Services is seeking an organized and professional individual to fill a family service position. Work involves outreach to the parishes and meeting with families at the Holy Angels locations on an individual basis. The Family Service Training Program will prepare the candidate to serve families in a cemetery or funeral position which is best suited for their talents. The work schedule includes alternate weekends. Customer service work background with strong ministry interest is important. Fluency in a second language is also very beneficial. We offer extensive on job training, competitive salary, and comprehensive company benefits. Candidates who feel they are qualified and would like to be considered should send a resume to Ann Marie Baatz, Catholic Funeral and Cemetery Services, P.O. Box 488, 1965 Reliez Valley Road, Lafayette, CA 94549 or fax to 925-946-1449.