Musician - St. Brigid - Wadsworth - Vic. I

Key Responsibilities

• Be accomplished on the piano and/or organ.
• Be a trained vocalist with the ability to sing in English, Spanish, and Latin.
• Rehearse, direct, and accompany the St. Patrick 6pm Saturday evening choir (time could change).
• Rehearse, direct, and accompany the St. Patrick Resurrection Choir (Funeral Choir) and be available for weekday funerals.
• Be available to accompany the St. Patrick School Choir at the 8:30am St. Patrick School Masses (1st & 3rd Thursdays during the school year).
• Attend monthly Music/Liturgy meetings.
• Substitute as needed at St. Patrick and Our Lady of Humility churches.
• Extra Stipend Opportunities: Weddings, Quinceañeras, and other liturgical services throughout the year.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate proficiency in vocal and instrumental music, with the ability to lead congregational singing.
• Experience in choral directing.
• Ability to work collaboratively with clergy, staff, and volunteers.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Degree in music preferred or equivalent music/liturgy experience.

Liturgical Norms & Expectations

The Music Minister must be familiar with and adhere to the following principles:

• Music serves a ministerial role in liturgy, enhancing prayer and sacred rites.
• The full, conscious, and active participation of the assembly should be encouraged.
• The rhythm of the liturgy, including the importance of silence must be respected.

Spiritual Leadership

Be a leader who is encouraging, inviting, dependable, well-informed, and kind.

Reporting Structure

The Music Minister reports directly to the Pastor and collaborates closely with music staff, parish staff, and the liturgical planning team.

Pay

This position has a salary range of $150.00 - $160.00 per event. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on many factors including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.