MUSIC MINISTRIES

Mission
To engage the community in prayer through word and music, unifying the Body of Christ. To be stewards of the living gospel both in and out of church. To provide a small group setting as an avenue to use our gifts while ministering to one another.

Order The New Music Ministry CD Now!

Finally, due to popular demand, the SJTW Music Ministry has recorded its first CD, “WITH ONE VOICE”, containing music you’ve heard (and sung) at a variety of liturgies throughout the church year. All members of the Music Ministry were invited to participate in the recording of this CD. Conducted by Aaron Carpenter, Director of Worship, the CD contains songs you are familiar with, including: “In the Day of the Lord”, “Spirit Wind”, “Sweet Refreshment”, “I Long for You”, “How Beautiful”, “Open My Eyes”, “The Servant Song”, “I Am the Bread of Life”, “Breath of Heaven”, “The People Who Walk in Darkness”, “Rise Up With Him”, “People Look East”, “Rosa Mystica”, “With One Voice”, and “Lead Me, Lord”.

The CDs are $15 each. Contact the Worship Office at acarpenter@sjtw.net to order a CD. Proceeds from the sale of the CD go to the Music Ministry program at St Joseph the Worker.

5:00 Choir
This group rehearses on the same Saturdays they sing. Currently they sing two times each month, September through May. To join, simply come to rehearsal or call the church office.

8:30 Choir
This group rehearses on Tuesday evening at 7:30 p.m. in St. Cecilia’s Music Room. The choir is comprised of several instrumentalist and vocalists who are dedicated to liturgical music in our parish. This choir usually sings three times per month. To join, simply come to rehearsal or call the church office.

10:30 Choir
This group rehearses on Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. in St. Cecilia’s Music Room. The choir consists of approximately 35 singers and several instrumentalists. The choir sings every Sunday, September – Pentecost and periodically during the summer. To join, simply come to rehearsal or call the church office.

Children's Choir
The Children's Choir is open to anyone grades 2-6. They rehearse on Tuesdays from 6:15 – 7:00 p.m. p.m. They minister at liturgies at various times throughout the school year. For more information contact the Worship Office at 763-425-6505.

5:30 Sunday Evening Choir
This choir rehearses on Thursday evening at 7:15 p.m. in St. Cecilia's Music Room.They sing year-round and enjoy singing contemporary music which reflects our beliefs and values as Catholics. It consists of instrumentalists and singers of various ages. Come join us!!!

Accompanists
Anyone with strong keyboard skills is encouraged to become an accompanist. A mentoring program exists to allow the new or experienced accompanist to get familiar with worship in our parish.

Cantors
Cantors minister at all liturgies. These individuals are committed to the role of "leader of sung prayer." They are required to go through a formation process as well as participating in several forms of continuing education. A mentoring program exists to allow the new or experienced cantor to become familiar with worship in our community.

The Martellatos (handbells)
This choir rehearses on Wednesday evening at 5:15 p.m. in St. Cecilia's Music Room. It is made up of 12-13 ringers. The group rings at various liturgies from September through Pentecost. This choir requires NO MUSICAL EXPERIENCE.

Instrumentalists
A variety of instruments are used at all liturgies. We have a strong need for instrumentalists to continue strengthening our programs. If you are interested in playing on a regular basis or periodically, please call the church offices.

Triduum Choir
This choir leads the music of Holy Thursday, Good Friday and the Great Easter Vigil. They are accompanied by a 20-piece chamber orchestra. For more information contact the church office.


We welcome anyone with a love of music to join our Music Ministry!

For additional information or for comments and suggestions email us at acarpenter@sjtw.net


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