Music Ministry
Karen E. Manning, Music Director
Do you like to sing or play an instrument? JOIN US! My name is Karen E. Manning and I am privileged to be your Director of Music at St. Pius. There are many stewardship opportunities for you to share your musical time and talents. Although being able to read music is a plus, it is not required to join a choir. Remember, IT’S NEVER TOO LATE to learn or brush up on skills long forgotten! Come to a practice that’s listed in the bulletin or call me at Cell phone (309) 738-7458 or Office (309) 793-7373.
CALLING ALL CANTORS- Age- Soloist leads the congregation in song. Mass- Cantors are used at 4:00 pm Saturday and 11:00 am Sunday. Youth Cantors sing on the third Sunday of the month at 9:00 am Mass. Call for an audition.
CHILDREN’S & YOUTH CHOIR- Age- 3 through Through 12th grade. The child does not have to be able to read but it is helpful. If child is not comfortable being alone, parents may stay with them or sit close by. 7th grade & above are mentors for the younger youth and receive service hours for their ministry. Practice-2 times a month on Thursdays from 3:15-4:00 pm. Mass-9:00 am Mass on the 1st Sunday of every month.
YOUTH CHOIR- Age- 7th grade through 12th.
Instrumentalists or vocalists are welcome. Practice- 1 week in advance of Mass. Mass will be every other month at Sunday 6:00 pm.
SCHOLA- Age-College-age to 100+! Instrumentalists or vocalists are welcome. Practice- 2 times a month on Tuesdays from 6:00-6:45 pm. Mass- 9:00 am Mass on 2nd Sunday of every month.
ENSEMBLE- Age- College-age to 100+! Instrumentalists or vocalists are welcome. Practice- 2 times a month on Tuesdays from 6:45-7:30 pm. Mass- 9:00 am Mass on 4th Sunday of every month.
FUNERAL CHOIR- Age- College-age to 100+! Vocalists welcome. Practice-(Meet at least ½ hour prior to beginning of funeral.) Funeral Masses- will be notified by phone chain about pending funerals.
SAVIOUR SOUL- Age- College-age to 100+! Instrumentalists welcome. Contemporary, original, and classic music played. Practice- Monday evenings from 7:00-@8:30 pm. Mass- 6:00 pm Mass every week. Call to ask about openings.
TRINITY CHOIR- Age- 3 years old to 100+! Combo-choir that plays for special occasions 2 to 4 times a year (ecumenical service, special holiday/occasions).
ORGANISTS, PIANISTS AND OTHER INSTRUMENTALISTS-Age- 12 and above (depending on abilitity). Accompany a Cantor or Choir for liturgies. Willing to work with different levels of experience. Call for additional information.
YOU MAY JOIN AS MANY GROUPS AS YOUR TIME AND TALENTS ALLOW!
HE WHO SINGS, PRAYS TWICE!
Special thanks and blessings to all who already participate in the St. Pius Music Ministry!
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