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.