# Clergy

> Conduct religious worship and perform other spiritual functions associated with beliefs and practices of religious faith or denomination. Provide spiritual and moral guidance and assistance to members.

- Code: 21-2011.00 (O*NET-SOC; SOC 2018 21-2011)
- Family: [Community & Social Service](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations#family-21), one of its 18 occupations
- Tasks: 21 tasks (21 core)
- Page: https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-2011.00
- JSON: https://foundation.org.ai/data/tasks/21-2011.00.json

## What the work is made of

1. Pray and promote spirituality.  
   Core task · Task 10934 · Rated by 65 people who do the job, August 2023
2. Prepare and deliver sermons or other talks.  
   Core task · Task 10936 · Rated by 65 people who do the job, August 2023
3. Read from sacred texts, such as the Bible, Torah, or Koran.  
   Core task · Task 10935 · Rated by 63 people who do the job, August 2023
4. Organize and lead regular religious services.  
   Core task · Task 10937 · Rated by 63 people who do the job, August 2023
5. Instruct people who seek conversion to a particular faith.  
   Core task · Task 10939 · Rated by 63 people who do the job, August 2023
6. Share information about religious issues by writing articles, giving speeches, or teaching.  
   Core task · Task 10938 · Rated by 65 people who do the job, August 2023
7. Counsel individuals or groups concerning their spiritual, emotional, or personal needs.  
   Core task · Task 10940 · Rated by 63 people who do the job, August 2023
8. Administer religious rites or ordinances.  
   Core task · Task 10943 · Rated by 65 people who do the job, August 2023
9. Prepare people for participation in religious ceremonies.  
   Core task · Task 10950 · Rated by 65 people who do the job, August 2023
10. Visit people in homes, hospitals, or prisons to provide them with comfort and support.  
   Core task · Task 10941 · Rated by 63 people who do the job, August 2023
11. Train leaders of church, community, or youth groups.  
   Core task · Task 10942 · Rated by 63 people who do the job, August 2023
12. Plan or lead religious education programs.  
   Core task · Task 20748 · Rated by 65 people who do the job, August 2023
13. Study and interpret religious laws, doctrines, or traditions.  
   Core task · Task 10944 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2023
14. Respond to requests for assistance during emergencies or crises.  
   Core task · Task 10947 · Rated by 63 people who do the job, August 2023
15. Conduct special ceremonies, such as weddings, funerals, or confirmations.  
   Core task · Task 10945 · Rated by 63 people who do the job, August 2023
16. Devise ways in which congregational membership can be expanded.  
   Core task · Task 10948 · Rated by 63 people who do the job, August 2023
17. Collaborate with committees or individuals to address financial or administrative issues pertaining to congregations.  
   Core task · Task 10949 · Rated by 63 people who do the job, August 2023
18. Refer people to community support services, psychologists, or doctors.  
   Core task · Task 10952 · Rated by 63 people who do the job, August 2023
19. Organize or engage in interfaith, community, civic, educational, or recreational activities sponsored by or related to religious programs.  
   Core task · Task 20749 · Rated by 63 people who do the job, August 2023
20. Perform administrative duties, such as overseeing building management, ordering supplies, contracting for services or repairs, or supervising the work of staff members or volunteers.  
   Core task · Task 10951 · Rated by 65 people who do the job, August 2023
21. Participate in fundraising activities to support congregational activities or facilities.  
   Core task · Task 10953 · Rated by 65 people who do the job, August 2023

## More in Community & Social Service

- [Child, Family, and School Social Workers](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1021.00): 21 tasks
- [Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1099.00): no tasks listed
- [Community Health Workers](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1094.00): 28 tasks
- [Counselors, All Other](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1019.00): no tasks listed
- [Directors, Religious Activities and Education](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-2021.00): 19 tasks
- [Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1012.00): 35 tasks
- [Health Education Specialists](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1091.00): 16 tasks
- [Healthcare Social Workers](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1022.00): 17 tasks
- [Marriage and Family Therapists](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1013.00): 15 tasks
- [Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1023.00): 13 tasks
- [Mental Health Counselors](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1014.00): 27 tasks
- [Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1092.00): 21 tasks
- [Rehabilitation Counselors](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1015.00): 17 tasks
- [Religious Workers, All Other](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-2099.00): no tasks listed
- [Social and Human Service Assistants](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1093.00): 19 tasks
- [Social Workers, All Other](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1029.00): no tasks listed
- [Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1011.00): 23 tasks

## Where this comes from

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