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