Music Ministry
The Music Ministry of the Church of Saint Joseph’s Parish is dedicated to the praise of God through music. The Music Ministry is also dedicated to ministering to the parish family by heightening the experience of the Word of God through the power of music and providing beauty to the liturgy. As an integral part of the Christian experience, music calls attention to God’s presence among us rather than to musicians or instruments; it is never an end unto itself.
Music Ministry Groups
The Music Ministry continually recruits people who want to share their faith through music. For more information about the Music Ministry contact Denis Allaire, Director of Liturgical Music at (651) 457-2781
Adult Choir
The Adult Choir is open to all, adults and young
adults alike, regardless of their vocal experience. The Adult Choir
provides leadership in song for the 9:00 am Mass on a rotating schedule
from September to June. This group also joins the Festival Choir for
Christmas liturgies, Holy Week and other special event/concerts. This
group enjoys a wide variety of choral repertoire from classic anthems to
contemporary and gospel music.
Rehearsals are on Thursday evenings from 7 to 9pm in the church.
Festival Choir
This group is comprised of the Adult Choir and other
parish member which join us for special liturgies (Thanksgiving Mass) and
during the Christmas and Easter Seasons. This group also performs for
special events and concerts. No audition required. Rehearsals are usually on Thursday evenings with
additional practices later announced.
Children’s Choir
The Children Choir is open to all children grades 4 to 8. The
Children Choir sings for special liturgies such as Christmas Eve Mass.
Cantors
Cantors are singers who not only can lead the
assembly in song but also responsible for singing the Psalm. Some singing
ability and experience are necessary for cantors, however, training and
guidance is provided. Audition required.
CWE (Contemporary Worship Ensemble)
This group provides leadership for the 11:00am Mass
throughout the year. Singers serve also as cantors and are required to
read music. Instrumentalists are either contracted musicians or
volunteers. Audition required.
Senior High Youth Choir
This choir help support are liturgies through
spirited music at the 11:00am Mass. Schedule
TBA
Music Guidelines for Marriage at St. Joe’s
Marriage preparation at St. Joe’s includes meeting with an assigned mentor couple as well as meeting with one the priest. The couple is also responsible for contacting the music director six months in advance to select repertoire and assigned musicians as needed.