Working Conditions for ClergyMembers of the clergy typically work irregular hours and many put in longer than average work days. Those who do not work in congregational settings may have more routine schedules. In 2002, almost one-fifth of full-time clergy worked 60 or more hours a week, more than 3 times that of all workers in professional occupations. Although many of their activities are sedentary and intellectual in nature, clergy frequently are called on short notice to visit the sick, comfort the dying and their families, and provide counseling to those in need. Involvement in community, administrative, and educational activities sometimes require clergy to work evenings, early mornings, holidays, and weekends. Because of their roles as leaders regarding spiritual and morality issues, some members of the clergy often feel obligated to address and resolve both societal problems and the personal problems of their congregants, which can lead to stress. More information on Clergy from The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook Overview of Clergy occupation Number of Clergy in the U.S. Salary and earnings for Clergy Working conditions for Clergy Significant points for Clergy Training requirements for Clergy Labor Information Home | Occupational data by city | Search Rainforests | Madagascar | What's new |