Cantor/Psalmist Part-Time
Diocese of Austin
Date: 17 hours ago
City: Waco, Texas
Contract type: Part time
Description
Summary:
St. Louis Catholic Church, a large, vibrant parish in Waco, TX, seeks a part-time psalmist/
cantor to sing for Vigil and Sunday Masses. The psalmist/cantor will have the opportunity to
sing at other scheduled liturgies during the Liturgical year. The psalmist/cantor will collaborate
with accompanists and vocalists already on staff. This position reports to the Director of Sacred Music.
Ministerial Character
The Pastor is the visible principle and foundation of unity in the parish of St. Louis Catholic Church which the Bishop has entrusted to him. He makes Christ’s mission present and enduring in the parish. In order to fulfill his mission, the Pastor employs suitable, chosen collaborators (clerics, religious, or lay people). He shares with them his mission and entrusts various responsibilities to them.
Positions employed at St. Louis Catholic Church help to extend the ministry of the Pastor in particular ways as outlined in the job description. Therefore, the employee in this position is closely connected to and assists the Pastor in the performance of his ministry and thereby engages in ministry for the Church.
Essential Duties
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or
ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions. Practicing Catholic in good standing and
committed to the mission and teachings of the Church are preferred.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to
work a flexible schedule including nights, evenings, and weekends as required. Compensation
is paid per Mass/rehearsal depending on education and experience.
Requirements
Education/Experience/Expectations:
Summary:
St. Louis Catholic Church, a large, vibrant parish in Waco, TX, seeks a part-time psalmist/
cantor to sing for Vigil and Sunday Masses. The psalmist/cantor will have the opportunity to
sing at other scheduled liturgies during the Liturgical year. The psalmist/cantor will collaborate
with accompanists and vocalists already on staff. This position reports to the Director of Sacred Music.
Ministerial Character
The Pastor is the visible principle and foundation of unity in the parish of St. Louis Catholic Church which the Bishop has entrusted to him. He makes Christ’s mission present and enduring in the parish. In order to fulfill his mission, the Pastor employs suitable, chosen collaborators (clerics, religious, or lay people). He shares with them his mission and entrusts various responsibilities to them.
Positions employed at St. Louis Catholic Church help to extend the ministry of the Pastor in particular ways as outlined in the job description. Therefore, the employee in this position is closely connected to and assists the Pastor in the performance of his ministry and thereby engages in ministry for the Church.
Essential Duties
- As an integral part of your ministry for the Church as carried out in this position, support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic ministry and the mission of St. Louis Catholic Church in both your professional and personal life.
- Act as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church.
- Continuously grow in your ministry by participating in religious ceremonies, training sessions, and reflection activities as directed.
- Lead the responsorial psalm, propers, and other music at Masses and other parish Liturgies as
- Learn and rehearse new music.
- Rehearse with and be a member of the parish choir or small musical groups once a week and
- Collaborate with Director of Sacred Music and other staff musicians.
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or
ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions. Practicing Catholic in good standing and
committed to the mission and teachings of the Church are preferred.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to
work a flexible schedule including nights, evenings, and weekends as required. Compensation
is paid per Mass/rehearsal depending on education and experience.
Requirements
Education/Experience/Expectations:
- Degree in Music or related field, equivalent experience, or working toward a music degree.
- Degree or certification in Liturgy, Sacred Music, Pastoral Studies or equivalent are a plus.
- Proficiency in reading music.
- Significant choral experience.
- Familiarity with Roman Catholic liturgy and liturgical practices preferred.
- Able to maintain confidentiality.
- Must be in compliance with the diocesan Ethics and Integrity in Ministry requirements.
- Professional dress, communication, and social media use are expected.
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