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Director of Sacred Music - St. Bernard, Madison
St. Bernard Parish is the oldest parish on the east of side of Madison. We are considered the “mother church” of the east side, from which our neighboring parishes were founded. The parish has been in existence since 1907, and we have worshipped in our current space since 1927. Over the years, St. Bernard has enjoyed the gifts and talents of many parish musicians, and that blessing continues to the present day. The parish is comprised of approximately 600 families. We are currently seeking a director of sacred music for our parish liturgical ministry programming. The ideal candidate will have experience with Catholic liturgical music from a variety of genres, and will understand the purpose of music within the Sacred Liturgy, and how music ministers add to our divine worship and encourage the assembly to fully and actively participate in the holy Mass and other liturgical celebrations. This is a salaried position, and will report directly to the pastor.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
The director will be responsible for the following:
q Serve as the primary accompanist for our weekend Masses. 4:30pm
on Saturday afternoons; 8:00am and 10:00am on
Sunday mornings.
q Serve as the primary accompanist for holy day Masses.
q Serve as the primary accompanist for Quinceaneras.
q Serve as the primary accompanist for special Masses and liturgies.
q Serve as the primary accompanist for all weddings and funerals.
q Direct our adult choir of approximately 30 members, our
contemporary choir of approximately 15 members, our bell
choir of approximately 15 members and our resurrection (funeral)
choir of approximately 10-15 members..
q Direct our children’s choir (currently not active).
q Prepare music copies for choirs and instrumentalists.
q Meet with wedding couples and assist them in planning
for their wedding liturgy / nuptial Mass.
q Coordinate with parish and outside instrumentalists for liturgical
celebrations throughout the liturgical year. Conduct needed
rehearsals.
q Choose music for all liturgical celebrations, with the assistance of
music coordinators and assistants.
q Possess an understanding of the purpose of sacred music and help
parish musicians understand their role in the holy Mass.
q Encourage assembly participation through music selection and helping
the assembly learn new pieces that are selected.
q Assist the pastor with preparations in the sanctuary for weekend
Masses in his absence or when extra assistance is needed.
q Assist visiting clergy in the pastor’s absence.
q Assist the pastor with training of liturgical ministers
(Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion; Lectors; Ushers)
q Other duties as assigned by the pastor.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
q Experience in parish music preferred.
q Active, practicing Catholic.
q Ability to support, abide by and live out the teachings
of the Catholic Church.
q Excellent accompaniment skills on the pipe organ and grand piano.
q General knowledge of pipe organs and an understanding of how to set
organ stops for different sounds, volumes, etc.
q Ability to cantor and accompany simultaneously.
q Ability to collaborate and work well with a variety of musicians
and musical backgrounds.
q Ability to collaborate and work well with other members
of the parish staff.
q Excellent oral and written communication skills.
q Ability to maintain confidentiality.
q General knowledge of computer applications, including Microsoft
Office, Noteworthy Composer and other applications as needed.
q Ability to collaborate with other parish musicians and outside
instrumentalists and accompanists (strings, brass) for larger
liturgical celebrations.
q Familiarity with the Church’s documents on sacred music
(Summorum Pontificum, Musicam Sacram, Sacram Liturgiam,
Sancrosanctum Concilium)
q Investment in the life of the parish and consideration of
this position a ministerial role.
POSITION TYPE
This position is approximately 30-40 hours per week, depending on the time of the liturgical year.
COMPENSATION
The starting base salary is $42,000 - $45,000. The parish also offers health insurance, retirement benefits and paid vacation leave.
APPLICANTS
Interested applications may submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference and other information which would be helpful in demonstrating requisite skills to:
Fr. Michael Radowicz, pastor
St. Bernard Parish
2438 Atwood Ave.
Madison, WI 53704
Application materials may be sent by postal mail or by email to pastor@sbmsn.org
Applications will be accepted through Wednesday, July 31st, and will continue if additional time is needed. Applicants will be contacted for a personal interview after the application window has closed.
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Coordinator of Religious Ed - St. Albert, Sun Prairie
Coordinator of Religious Education (through 7th grade)
St. Albert the Great Catholic Church in Sun Prairie is seeking a full-time Coordinator of Religious Education, responsible for planning, organizing, and coordinating the religious formation process for parish children in Grades 1 - 7. Responsibilities also include coordination of the sacramental preparation for First Reconciliation and First Communion, Vacation Bible School, and participation in retreats, conferences, prayer, and service. Evening and weekend hours will be necessary. The ideal candidate will have parish experience, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to call forth and nurture the gifts of others.
Please submit cover letter, resume, and references to: Julie@SaintAlberts.org.
Julie Wiedmeyer
Parish Administrator
St. Albert the Great Catholic Church
2420 St. Albert Drive
Sun Prairie, WI 53590
608.837.3798