About the role
A sexton is a traditional professional role within the Church of Sweden that often combines duties such as churchwarden and parish assistant. They may have undergone training in church activities, music, or other relevant area expertise. The role of the sexton has changed over time but still encompasses a variety of tasks in the service of the church.Responsibilities
The sexton's responsibilities include ringing the church bells, taking care of the church properties, and assisting at services. They may also be responsible for the churchyard and help with ceremonies such as baptisms, weddings, and funerals. In some cases, they may also have duties involving administrative work and coordination of church activities.Skills and tools
Sextons need to be service-oriented and have good knowledge of church traditions and ceremonies. They use tools such as church bells and sound systems and must be able to handle maintenance of church properties. Organizational skills and an ability to work independently are important qualities in the profession.