Priest_Interview_Questions.pdf

1] What interests you the most about this possible new opportunity?

2] Are you conversant with the ethical and religious directives for Catholic health care services, most especially as it relates to end of life decisions?

Scenario: Ms. Becky, a very devout Catholic is on life support machine and the attending physician informed the family that nothing much could be done for patient who is 65 years old. Her daughter, who is the primary agent is heartbroken and confused. She thinks that consenting to what the doctor said amounts to killing her mother and it is contrary to the teachings of the Catholic Church on end of life.

You are invited to participate in a family care conference, what will be your advice to family of the patient?

3] As we expect you to adhere to your contractual terms, are you comfortable in providing pastoral support to non-Catholics in emergent situations?

Scenario: On Easter Sunday, you are the only one in the hospital and you went to see a Catholic patient in 492B who requested for Holy Communion. On your way out, patient in 492A who is a non-denominational Christian requested for Holy Communion too? What will be your response?

4] The hospital is pluralistic and you will come across Catholics or different patients who do not fit into your religious beliefs. Are you comfortable providing pastoral support to LGBT patients and staff who are Catholics?

5] Will you be flexible to make some adjustments to your regular schedule?

6] Are you an ally of collaborative ministry?

Scenario: Will you participate in ecumenical services; like Ash Wednesday, memorial service?