Employment Ministry

What Does The Basilica Offer? 

The Employment Ministry provides individualized support to those experiencing unemployment or seeking a career change. To become a member of The Basilica's Employment Ministry program, make an appointment for an intake meeting by contacting Janet Grove 612.317.3508. Employment Ministry members have access to:

• One-on-one Job Coaches to provide guidance on resume writing, interviewing, transitions, self-assessment
• Employment Ministry Workshops
• Resources for job search and skill development
• Community networking
• E-mail notification of job leads several times each week
• Hope and faith for the job searcher

Employment Ministry Workshops

Workshops are held several times a month on a variety of topics. All workshops are free and led by leading local and national presenters. For information or to register online, visit the Employment Ministry Events page.

Group Support for Job Transition 

Wooddale Church and Saint Andrew Lutheran Church have excellent job transition support groups. Additional help for the unemployed can be found at the Minnesota WorkForce Center, or take advantage of other community support groups.

Resources for the Job Search

• Broadband Access Project - Free computer training, and access to broadband internet service
• Women Venture - Career development and transition courses for women
• HIRED - Workshops, training, job clubs, and drop-in job search services for those with low income
• Twin Cities Rise! - Individualized skills training for jobs paying at least $20,000 annually
• Metis Careers - Resume, interview, and job search support

Workshops