Music Ministry
Rejoice, you just, in the LORD; praise from the upright is fitting. Give thanks to the LORD on the harp; on the ten-stringed lyre offer praise. Sing to God a new song; skillfully play with joyful chant. – PSALM 33:1
The role of music in integral to the celebration of each liturgy and sacrament, and all of us are called to raise our voice in song to praise our Lord. Music is first and foremost prayer, a form of prayer that dates to the earliest times in the Church. We see in Scripture that Jesus and the Apostles sang hymns at the Last Supper before Christ’s Passion. Music helps us to express and share the faith that is within us and to nourish and strengthen our interior commitment of faith.
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Learn more about our Music ministries:
Liturgical Choir – This adult choir typically rehearses Wednesday events from 6:30pm-7:30pm and sing for weekend Masses on a rotating schedule. This group is open to anyone high school age through adult who can carry a tune. Music-reading skills are not required, but can be helpful.
Children’s Choir – St. Eugene Children’s Choir is open to any children of the parish in grades 3 through 8, whether they attend St. Eugene School or any other school. Rehearsals are Sunday mornings from 9:45am-10:30am. This choir sings for one weekend Mass per month.
Handbell Choir – This ensemble accentuates occasional weekend and Holy Day liturgies with ringing handbells, through accompanying congregational singing as well as playing solo pieces. This group is open to anyone high school age to adult. Ministers who wish to join must pass an audition, and due to the nature of the music, an intermediate level of music-reading ability is required. Rehearsals are on Wednesday evenings at from 7:30pm-8:30p.m.
Resurrection Choir – This choir is open to anyone ages 2 to 102. There are no auditions or rehearsals, simply let us know of your interest in participating, and we will put you on the list. Generally the choir is contacted by volunteers as soon as we know when a funeral will be held.
Instrumentalist – Anyone who plays any instrument is welcome to minister at our weekend and Holy Day Masses. An audition is required, and Instrumentalists need to be able to prepare the music on their own. Rehearsals would generally occur 30 minutes before the Mass at which an instrumentalist will play. Flute, violin, oboe, trumpet, drums, guitar, harp, or any other instrument is most welcome.