Music Ministry

MAKE A JOYFUL NOISE UNTO THE LORD!

Our Music Ministers at St. John’s are those individuals or small ensembles whose primary purpose is to lead and support the assembly in prayer and music by inviting and engaging the assembly without dominating or diminishing their active participation. This group of individuals is committed to leading music at weekend and other special Masses, uniting the assembly through prayer and song and sharing in the Eucharistic celebration.

Volunteer Music Opportunities:

Cantors/Musicians

New cantors and musicians must actively participate in a larger group (Spirit Singers or 5:15 group) for at least one season prior to being considered for leadership at weekend liturgies.

Spirit Singers 

Participants must be committed to practicing with the group on a regular basis on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. Spirit Singers consist of men and women, age 16 or older, who sing unison to 4-part choral/hymn song with instrumentation as available. The Spirit Singers are currently scheduled to sing the first (1st) and third (3rd) weekend of the month from late September through May, rotating at each Mass time. Complete schedule available.

5:15 Musicians

This group is open to anyone who sings or plays an instrument. Those involved must be committed to practicing with the group one (1) hour before Mass whenever scheduled to sing. The 5:15 Musicians are currently scheduled to sing the second (2nd) and fourth (4th) Saturday of the month from Sept. through May at the 5:15 p.m. Mass.

Choir for Christ

This choir is for youth in 2nd – 8th grades. This group generally practices a couple of times a month and sings at all Mass times on a rotating schedule. Complete schedule available. PLEASE JOIN US!!!

Funeral Choir

Sing, as requested, for funeral liturgies on weekdays and weekends.

Music Leaders for Assisted Living Facilities

Musicians interested in this new ministry would need to be available during the day and be capable of leading music with the residents with or without instrumental accompaniment. They would make the selections for music with guidance from the Director of Liturgy. Ideally, this will include a rotating schedule, year round.

Liturgical Minister

EMULATE CHRIST’S MINISTRY OF SERVICE

Bring together the diverse population of our parish membership to participate in and enhance the liturgical experience for everyone. Liturgical Ministers’ hospitality and gracious acceptance of others will contribute to their own spiritual growth and enhance the spiritual growth of others. Our liturgical celebrations, enriched by the service of these Ministers, will deepen the faith and spirituality of all.

Liturgical Ministry Opportunities:

Sacristans*

Assist before and after weekend and special liturgies by preparing and properly placing the items needed for each Mass, i.e. holy water, Sacramentary, candles, hosts and wine, etc.

Lectors*

Proclaim God’s living Word at all Masses, based on a rotational schedule. Must be an active parishioner.

Eucharistic Ministers*

Assist the priest in the distribution of Holy Communion with reverence and dignity at Mass. Must be a confirmed parishioner.

Altar Servers (youth) *

Open to youth 4th grade and older. Assist the priest with specific duties, in a reverent and prayerful manner, at weekend Masses and special liturgies.

Gift Bearers

Present the bread and wine for the celebration of the Eucharist at weekend liturgies. Minimal training required.

Weekday Eucharistic Minister, Lector or Altar Servers (adult) *

All are welcome to serve at weekday Masses.

Altar Linen Ministry

Wash and iron altar linens and purificators used during Mass. Minimal training required.

Candle Ministry

Check, clean, and replace votive candles on weekends and check candelabras after special occasions. Minimal training required.

Environment / Decorating Team

Our church decoration/environment incorporates beauty and liturgical meaning. This team implements suggestions given by Liturgy Committee as well as add their won ideas for creating a welcoming, seasonal, sacred space. Some tasks include tending fresh flowers, or decorating for liturgical seasons.

*Training is provided for these stewardship opportunities. Most ministry schedules rotate based on the number of participants – weekly, monthly, etc.

Contact us for more about the Liturgical & Music Ministries