All-parish choir at the 2006 Festival of Holiday Music

CHOIRS

Music Ministry at St. Joseph is open to all who share a love for the liturgy and a desire to share their unique music gifts with the community. Bring the talents God gave you, and together, we’ll make a joyful sound!

• St. Joseph Parish Choir — is the main liturgical choir for St. Joseph Church. The group ministers at weekly liturgies, Christmas Eve/ Day, Holy Week/Easter, and special parish functions. Rehearsals are held weekly on Thursday evenings 7:30 – 8:45 September through Pentecost in the church. No musical experience required — just bring the voice God gave you and together we will make a joyful sound. Contact: Jerry Salitros (952) 935-9347
• St. Joseph Handbell Choir — plays/rings monthly and at a variety of special holy day and festival liturgies from September through Pentecost. The group rehearses weekly on Thursdays from 6:15 – 7:15 p.m. in the church. No prior bell ringing experience required, however music reading abilities are very helpful. Contact: Jerry Salitros (952) 935-9347
• St. Joseph Guitar Ensemble — plays monthly at the 4:30 Saturday afternoon liturgy. The group rehearses one week before and the day of liturgy in the church. Singers, and instrumentalists (guitar, winds, strings, percussion) invited to join. Contact: Jerry Salitros (952) 935-9347
• Hallelujah Choir — regularly ministers at our funeral liturgies. Rehearsals are held prior to singing for the funeral liturgy. Contact: Jerry Salitros (952) 935-9347

Bell choir at the 2006 Festival of Holiday Music

INSTRUMENTALISTS

Instrumentalists are used at various liturgies throughout the year. These include keyboard, guitar, percussion, strings, winds, brass, and others.
Contact: Jerry Salitros (952) 935-9347

CANTORS

The cantor is the primary leader of song throughout the liturgical year. Together with the various choirs, the cantor also serves as psalmist on Sunday mornings and supports the participation of the assembly through various elements of the Eucharistic ritual. Most cantors are members of the Parish Choir, however that is not a requirement. All require rehearsal and training, which can be arranged with the music director. Prior to major liturgical seasons, the cantors meet as a group to rehearse and socialize.
Contact: Jerry Salitros (952) 935-9347

Upcoming ‘Music Happenings’ – Mark your calendars!

• Festival Brass Ensemble for the Parish Festival, Christmas Eve and Easter
• Continuance of Guitar Ensemble (monthly: 4:30 liturgy)
• Combined choirs at Festival Liturgies

Through the dedicated contributions of all members and friends, St. Joseph is indeed becoming an even more vibrant parish community! Let’s continue moving forward in our vision to Know, Love and Share Jesus Christ!