Music plays a vital role in the practices of Catholic Liturgy. This is because the primary purpose ofmusic during liturgy is its function. Music, rather than being an entity unto itself, always serves a practical function in the liturgy, whether it be to accompany the opening procession, to offer a meditation on the readings, to accompany the distribution of the Eucharist, etc. Moreover, in addition to the general concept of music singing also has paramount importance to the Catholic Liturgy. The Liturgy contains many sung acclamations meant to hearld or reflect upon the actions and rituals taking place during the liturgy. Singing can also transform our prayer into a higher, more effective form of expression. Singing can also transform our prayer into a higher, more effective form of expression. Singing also helps to unite the congregation in one voice proclaiming the Word of God.
At St. Joan of Arc parish we have many opportunities for musical involvement:
Chorale:
The Chorale is our largest choir consisting mainly of adults. The Chorale is our most traditionally and classically based ensemble. The Chorale minsiters at the 10 am Mass on Sundays and rehearses Wednesday evenings at 7:30 pm in the Curch.
Anthems:
Anthems is an enssemble, smaller than the Chorale and more contemporary in style. Anthems ministers at the Sudnay 12 pm Mass.
Teen Choir:
The Teen Choir is an opportunity for yourth from 8th to 12th grade. Like Anthems, the Teen Choir is a more contemporay focused group. The Teen Choir ministers a the 6 pm Mass on Saturday and rehearses at 5 pm on Wednesdays.
Children's Choir:
This choir features children staring in 3rd grade up to 7th grade. Here they learn the basics of singing and musicanship. They sing at one Mass per month with rehearsals once a week.
Guitar Group:
This group, directed by Ken Madeleine, is know for thier folk approach to the music liturgy. The Guitar Group practices on Thursdays at 7 pm and minsiters at the 4 pm Mass on Saturdays.
If you are interested in joining any of the aforementioned ministries, or have any questions concerning your involvement please feel free to contact John Perna at 586.777.3670 or jcb@sjascs.org
