02/23/08
Youth
Band:
The
youth band is always looking for members ages grade 7 to post secondary and
beyond to join us in providing music for mass once a month. For more
information call Sue Rokos at 419-2686.
Why Music Ministry?
St. Augustine wrote that one who sings prays twice. Music is one of the single most important elements of the liturgy. Still, the Music minister is not a performer, but a servant, encouraging and leading the people of God in song.
The Blessings of Being a Music Minister
Music Ministers must have a love of music and the ability to minister music to others. Regular commitment of time, working as part of a group, encouraging the assembly to participate, learning, and having fun are all important components of the Music Ministry.
Our Commitment
Our hymnal is JourneySongs by O.C.P. Music Ministers are committed to play when scheduled, approximately once every two to four weeks. Everyone is invited to participate in a group effort for Christmas, Easter, and Pilgrimage celebrations. Schedules and music selections are chosen for the benefit of practice and preplanning time while preparing to lead the assembly in song. The schedule for summer enables more time off, since each group does one entire weekend, allowing each group to have a break.
Support for Music Ministers
Training: There is at least one major workshop per year to learn about liturgy, ‘the work of the people’, which we serve. Also, we learn new music and parts of the Mass, as well as meet, encourage, and socialize with each other. Dates for workshops and speakers in the diocese are posted on the organ. If possible, guest speakers are brought to the parish from time to time.
Scheduling and Support: Schedules are available on the organ at least two weeks before the end of the current one. The Music coordinator can be reached at the phone number listed on the music phone list or call the parish office. All questions are welcome.