St. Gerard is a singing community! Hymns, psalms, Eucharistic Acclamations and ritual music deepens and enriches our worship at Mass.
To lead the assembly in sung prayer, our cantors, accompanists, and choir prepare well!
Our liturgical music, accompanied by piano, guitar, and our historic Bennett pipe organ. blends traditional and contemporary hymnody deeply rooted in the theology of the Church.
To share your gift of voice or instrument with our community, contact Rick McLaughlin at (210) 887-7425 or [email protected].
PURPOSE OF THIS MINISTRY: To engage the Assembly in Sung Prayer
WHAT DOES THIS MINISTRY DO?
Leads the faithful in participation through song. Adds beauty to the liturgy with sacred music.
WHAT IS EXPECTED OF A MEMBER? To share his or her musical talent (as choir member, cantor, or instrumentalist) at the liturgy, and to prepare well and attend rehearsals as necessary.
WHAT SPECIFIC TALENTS, SKILLS, ETC., MUST A MEMBER OF THIS MINISTRY NEED?
Musical talent in voice and/or instrument. Music reading desired but not required.
WHAT IS THE TIME COMMITMENT? Attend Masses and group or individual rehearsals as necessary.
ARE THERE REGULAR MEETINGS? WHEN? The St. Gerard Community Choir rehearses Monday evenings 6:00-7:00, and sings at the 5:00 Saturday Mass twice/month and at major celebrations.
WHAT ELSE DO PROSPECTIVE MEMBERS NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THIS MINISTRY This is a most fulfilling way to serve the Lord and His St. Gerard community!
WHO DO I CONTACT ABOUT SERVING IN THIS MINISTRY?
Please contact Kevin Patoc: [email protected] | (210) 326-6638