SAINT PATRICK CATHOLIC CHURCH

ROCHELLE, ILLINOIS


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Job Announcement
CUSTODIAN  
 Saint Patrick Catholic Church in Rochelle, Illinois is seeking experienced Custodian/Janitorial support.  This is a part-time hourly position averaging 28 hours per week. The successful candidate will be self-motivated with positive attitude, strong work ethic, and excellent verbal communication skills.  The successful candidate must have commercial cleaning experience and knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and appropriate equipment for a variety of cleaning projects.  They must be flexible, responsible, and relate well to other church staff, congregants, and visitors.  
 
Scope:
The individual in this position is responsible for the day-to-day cleaning and for maintaining the upkeep of the interior of the church building, Parish Center, Learning Center and Cemetery.
 
Summary of Job Responsibilities:
  • Vacuuming of all carpeted areas of the Church and Parish Center
  • Cleaning and sanitizing all restrooms
  • Replenishing supplies in restrooms (bath tissue, soap, hand towels)
  • Emptying trash receptacles throughout building
  • Dusting and wiping walls and top of doors
  • Wiping and polishing exterior of water fountains
  • Sweeping and mopping all steps floors
  • Cleaning all carpets (as necessary)
  • Sweep exterior walkways and pick up paper and trash (as necessary)
  • Cleaning glass of entry doors
  • Monitoring inventory of cleaning supplies
  • Polish the Marble on the altar.
  • Other related duties as assigned (mowing-mail)
  • Cemetery (marking graves, clean up twice a year).
 
The Custodian assures that the Church is open according to the scheduled hours of special events. As such they will perform the following duties:
  • Respond to immediate cleaning requirements during their scheduled work shift.
  • Set- up furniture and equipment in meeting spaces for use by ministries
  
Knowledge, Skills, and Personal Attributes:
The custodian must have proficient knowledge & training in the following areas:
  • Must be able to read, speak and write English
  • Must show attention to detail and ability to work independently with little supervision
  • As an employee of the church, the custodian represents the church to the community and therefore should display the following personal attributes:
    • Professional conduct, appearance, and communication
    • Committed focus on service, quality, and safety
    • Be honest, trustworthy, and respectful of others
    • Must be reliable
 
Successful candidates must pass a background check.
 
Schedule:
28 hours per week. Based on the needs of the church, the assigned schedule may be changed to include additional hours on weekends and holidays to assure coverage during special events.
 
How to Apply: Please either email a resumé to Pat Kee pkee@rockforddiocese.org or drop off a resumé at the church office at
244 Kelley Drive
Rochelle, Illinois 61068
 Any questions contact Mrs Kee – Business Manager at 815- 562-2370
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A Message from
Father Jesus Dominguez

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​Welcome to St. Patrick Parish!

As the new pastor of St. Patrick Parish, I am excited and grateful to be welcoming you to our website.  I know of no better faith community within which to pray, deepen, and live our faith.  I hope you find our presence on the Internet as warm and inviting as our Eucharistic-centered parish family.

We are a diverse parish and always eager to see new faces. Please browse around this website to learn about our Mass Schedule for the upcoming week, parish events, and information that you might need.

St. Patrick Parish is a community of people who believe in being Church in its beautiful diversity – traditional to contemporary, of all ages, backgrounds, and experiences.

We seek to live vibrant lives informed by the gospel of Jesus and fed by the Eucharist.  We believe that Christ embraces us in each moment, no matter what. 

We pray, with spirited Eucharistic celebrations at the center of our shared faith life. We learn through our commitment to life-long faith formation.  We serve as our prayer and learning direct us to live our faith in our relationships with family and friends, and through parish ministries and community outreach.

We hope that you will find our  website informative, our parish celebrations inspiring,  and our community  welcoming. 

We hope you will be fed in Word & Sacrament during our weekend liturgies and you will want to be a part of our community,  whether for a weekend or a lifetime, and share our spiritual, social and service experiences.  Please explore these possibilities both in person and through our website.

Thank you for your interest in St. Patrick Parish!  I look forward to your visit to St. Patrick and, perhaps, your decision to continue your journey of faith with us. 

May we be grateful to live in the presence of God – always!
Peace,              

Rev. Jesus Dominguez
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Mass times

Mass and liturgy times are subject to change.
​Please check Coronavirus updates for updated information. 
Monday, Tuesday-Wednesday and Thursday- 8am
Wednesday 6:30 pm (en español)
Friday- No Mass
Saturday- Communion Service 8am
Saturday Vigil- 5pm (English), 7pm (en español)
Sunday- 7:30am, 9am (English), 11am (en español)

Confession

Monday, Tuesday 8:30am 
Saturday: 8:30am to 9:00am and  4:00pm to 4:45 pm

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

Monday 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Thursdays: 8:30 am to 7:00pm
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Annointing of the Sick

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Divine Mercy Chaplet and Exposition

​Monday- 6pm (English)
Wednesday- 6pm (en español)

Office Hours

Monday—Thursday
9:00 am –12:00 pm

12:00pm –1:00pm Closed for Lunch

​1:00pm –4:00pm

Parish Office

      236 Kelley Drive • Rochelle, IL 61068
      Phone: (815) 562-2370
      Email: stpatrick-rochelle@rockforddiocese.org 

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