Director of Liturgical Music
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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 [email protected] 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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