LITURGICAL
MUSIC
In
using the God-given gift of music, musicians work together to serve the
prayer life of the Saint Cecilia community. Music is one of the
vehicles through which the people of God pray. With our voices and
instruments, we not only praise God, but seek to bring God's love to others,
hoping to minister in helping others to enter into a deeper relationship
with the Almighty Father. While reverencing the old forms of sung
prayer, we are ever mindful of new music. Music nourishes the soul and
spirit, stimulates joy and contemplation, and often moves one beyond the
spoken word. It is a humbling vocation, a divine trust and a most holy
opportunity in liturgy.
ADULT CHOIR
The
adult choir sings at the 9:30 Mass on Sunday from September-June and on other occasions.
The ability to read music or previous choral experience is not
necessary. It is open
to individuals in the ninth grade and older. They rehearse on
Wednesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. in the Liturgical Music Room.
CANTORS
Cantors
are individuals that lead the congregation in song and responses at Masses
and other liturgies throughout the year. These individuals are
selected by the Liturgical Music Director.
CHILDREN'S
CHOIR
Children
in grades three through eight are invited to join the children's choir and
sing at liturgical celebrations throughout the year.
Practice time is during the school day and on Saturday afternoon
when the choir is singing at Mass that day. Rehearsals
are held in the Liturgical Music Room.
CONTEMPORARY
CHOIR
The
Contemporary Choir is an ensemble that utilizes the piano, bass drums,
guitars and other instruments to enhance the liturgy at the 11:30 Mass on
Sundays and at some special services and events. Rehearsals are on
Wednesday night at 6:00 p.m. in the Liturgical Music Room.
FUNERAL
CHOIR
The
Funeral Choir is a group of individuals ministering by proclaiming the
promise of EVERLASTING LIFE at funeral
Masses on an as needed basis. Availability during the day (usually
mornings) is necessary. Rehearsal are every other Wednesday at 9:30
a.m.
Contact: Sharon Silleck, 878-6346
HANDBELL
CHOIR
The
Handbell Choir is a four octave bell choir that rings at various Eucharistic
celebrations and events during the year. Rehearsals are held on
Wednesday evenings at 6:00 p.m. in the church. Non-readers of music are
welcome.
Contact:
Martha Ndile, 878-6380
