Sacred Music
"In song, faith is experienced as vibrant joy, love, and confident expectation of the saving intervention of God."
– Saint John Paul II, Letter to Artists, 1999
The celebration of Mass was proclaimed by the Second Vatican Council as, "...the source and summit of the Christian life." It is with great joy that we adorn this celebration with music, an art form which reflects the beauty of truth, God himself. Music not only adorns the Liturgy, but serves as an integral part of the Mass itself, and is therefore handled with special care and preparation.
While all people are called to participate in singing at Mass, those with musical training have a unique call to serve as cantors, choristers, and instrumentalists. If you would like to lend your talents to the parish, please look through the opportunities below and contact Madelaine Beckford, Director of Music and Liturgy at [email protected].
Saint Clare Chorale
Open to parishioners age 14 and up. Rehearsals on Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. in the choir loft. No prior experience required. Sing for the 9:00 a.m. Sunday Mass during the school year.
St. Cecilia Singers
Rehearsals Sundays at 10:15 a.m. For 3rd grade through high school. Learn music fundamentals and sing at the 11:00 a.m. Mass twice a month. Youth Cantors are trained from within the group and may earn service hours.
Resurrection Choir
Sing for funerals. No regular rehearsals, but availability during the workday on short notice is needed. Bring comfort to those in mourning through sacred music.
Pizza & Praise
Join us the first Sunday of the month at 5:00 p.m. for a Eucharistic Holy Hour with contemporary praise and worship. Teens are welcome to participate musically. Service hours available.
Sung Vespers
Offered occasionally during seasonal feasts. A beautiful opportunity to participate in the Liturgy of the Hours through psalms, readings, and hymns. Learn more »
Cantors & Instrumentalists
Singers age 14+ (must be confirmed) may audition to lead solo music at Mass. Music-reading ability required. Instrumentalists (organ, violin, flute, trumpet, chimes) are welcome. Piano players interested in learning to play the organ are encouraged to inquire about educational opportunities.
Arts and Culture at Clare
We regularly host concerts and educational programs open to the public. These events highlight the beauty of our faith and the talent within our community.