Alcm
Director of Liturgical Music St. Cecilia Catholic Church
Alcm, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States, 55118
Director of Liturgical Music
If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information.The position of Director of Liturgical Music at the Church of St. Cecilia is being proposed as a part-time, salaried, benefits-eligible position. Resumes are being received by Fr. John Hofstede at pastor@stceciliaspm.org or by mail at 2357 Bayless Place, St. Paul, MN, 55419. Possible interviews with candidates or auditions will be coordinated by a parish hiring committee. Position will be open Fall 2024.
Responsibilities:
Oversee all aspects of music for parish liturgies: two weekend Masses, Holy Days, weddings, funerals, and occasional special or seasonal liturgies.
Direct parish choir, schedule and prepare parish cantors and instrumentalists.
Accompany congregational singing on the piano as well as prepare prelude, postlude, or other incidental music to enhance the liturgy.
Study scriptural and liturgical texts as a guide to select music appropriate to the feast or season.
Expand and strengthen the repertoire of congregational song through its use of the parish’s Gather hymnal and other seasonal or supplemental resources.
Maintain choral library and purchase new music.
Serve as a member of the parish staff and parish liturgy team.
Assist the parish faith formation program in supporting the involvement of young people in liturgical events and celebrations.
Collaborate with staff and volunteers in preparing liturgies, scheduling, and training volunteers as well as assisting families and individuals in planning weddings and funerals.
Maintain instruments, sound system, and oversee setup and takedown of seating, music stands, and other equipment in the liturgical space.
Manage budget for music, musicians, and technicians.
Report to pastor or administrative delegate coordinating parish operations for review and in compliance with requirements of diocese or government standards for safety, copyright adherence, etc.
Qualifications:
Degree in music or related fields (e.g., music education, liturgical music).
Experience directing choral music from all genres in church, school, or comparable setting.
Understanding of Catholic liturgical principles and ability to communicate and promote values that develop St. Cecilia’s worship tradition and practice.
Ability to manage physical and mental demands of the job: time competency, responsive and receptive interpersonal communication skills, ability to maintain confidentiality in pastorally sensitive situations.
Contact Information:
Street Address:
2357 Bayless Place
Zip Code/Postal Code:
55114
Phone:
651-644-4502
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If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information.The position of Director of Liturgical Music at the Church of St. Cecilia is being proposed as a part-time, salaried, benefits-eligible position. Resumes are being received by Fr. John Hofstede at pastor@stceciliaspm.org or by mail at 2357 Bayless Place, St. Paul, MN, 55419. Possible interviews with candidates or auditions will be coordinated by a parish hiring committee. Position will be open Fall 2024.
Responsibilities:
Oversee all aspects of music for parish liturgies: two weekend Masses, Holy Days, weddings, funerals, and occasional special or seasonal liturgies.
Direct parish choir, schedule and prepare parish cantors and instrumentalists.
Accompany congregational singing on the piano as well as prepare prelude, postlude, or other incidental music to enhance the liturgy.
Study scriptural and liturgical texts as a guide to select music appropriate to the feast or season.
Expand and strengthen the repertoire of congregational song through its use of the parish’s Gather hymnal and other seasonal or supplemental resources.
Maintain choral library and purchase new music.
Serve as a member of the parish staff and parish liturgy team.
Assist the parish faith formation program in supporting the involvement of young people in liturgical events and celebrations.
Collaborate with staff and volunteers in preparing liturgies, scheduling, and training volunteers as well as assisting families and individuals in planning weddings and funerals.
Maintain instruments, sound system, and oversee setup and takedown of seating, music stands, and other equipment in the liturgical space.
Manage budget for music, musicians, and technicians.
Report to pastor or administrative delegate coordinating parish operations for review and in compliance with requirements of diocese or government standards for safety, copyright adherence, etc.
Qualifications:
Degree in music or related fields (e.g., music education, liturgical music).
Experience directing choral music from all genres in church, school, or comparable setting.
Understanding of Catholic liturgical principles and ability to communicate and promote values that develop St. Cecilia’s worship tradition and practice.
Ability to manage physical and mental demands of the job: time competency, responsive and receptive interpersonal communication skills, ability to maintain confidentiality in pastorally sensitive situations.
Contact Information:
Street Address:
2357 Bayless Place
Zip Code/Postal Code:
55114
Phone:
651-644-4502
#J-18808-Ljbffr