Cathedral Choir+
The Cathedral Choir’s function is to enhance the liturgy and lead the assembly in sung prayer. The choir sings music representing a wide variety of styles from traditional hymns, spirituals, and historic sacred music. The Cathedral Choir sings at Mass on Sundays and at special celebrations throughout the year. Rehearsals are held on Wednesday evenings. To be a member of the choir, one does not have to be able to read music, but it is helpful. The Cathedral Choir is open to high school youth to participate.
Time commitment: 2-3 hours per week, when scheduled.
Cantor+
A cantor is a leader and facilitator of congregational song. The primary function of the cantor is to encourage the assembly in sung prayer and to proclaim the psalm through song. An audition is required. The ability to read music is very helpful in this ministry. High school youth are welcome to be a part of this ministry.
Time commitment: generally 2 hours per week, when scheduled.
Funeral Choir
The funeral choir sings at funeral liturgies on an as-needed basis. The funeral choir rehearses prior to the funeral and leads music during the funeral liturgy. This group consists of anyone who may be available during the day to sing at a funeral liturgy.
Time commitment: varies by funeral.
Instrumentalists+
The role of an instrumentalist is to enhance the music at the liturgy. A variety of instruments—such as flute, trumpet, or violin—may be used to accompany the music. Auditions are required. Instrumentalists collaborate with the Director of Music to create a schedule and rehearse.
Time commitment: varies by event.
Substitute Organists & Pianists
The role of the substitute organist & pianist is to fill in when the Director of Music is unavailable and occasionally to accompany the choir(s).
Time commitment: varies by event.
+ indicates ministries in which youth are encouraged to participate.
Training is provided for all Ministries. Any ministry involving the supervision of children or youth or working with
vulnerable adults requires Safe Environment certification. See Page 23 for more information.