The choirs, cantors and instrumentalists in our Music Ministry recognize that they are servants of the Liturgy and members of the gathered assembly. Their responsibility is to lead the assembly in musical worship and prayer, to enhance the Liturgy with special music and to be Christian leaders in the community.

Click here for a listing of Music MInistry Activities.

 

Parish Choir

The “Parish Choir” is open to all adults. The choir serves the 10:45 am Sunday Mass, all Holy Days of obligation and special liturgies. To participate in any of the activities you a weekly practice commitment is expected in order to sing at Mass.

Q. When does the choir practice?
A. The Traditional Choir practices on Thursday evenings from 7:00 – 9:00 pm in the church.

New Spirit

The “New Spirit” is open to all adults and youth. The choir serves the 5:00 pm Sunday Mass and special liturgies. To participate in any of the activities, you a weekly practice commitment is expected in order to sing at Mass.

Q. When does the choir practice?
A. New Spirit Choir practices on Sunday before the 5:00 pm Mass in the church.

Alegria

“Alegria” is open to all adults. The choir serves the 6:30 pm Sunday Mass in Spanish and some special liturgies. To participate in any of the activities, you a weekly practice commitment is expected in order to sing at Mass.

Q. When does the choir practice?
A. Alegria practices on Sunday before the 6:30 pm Mass in the church.

Youth Choir

The “Children’s Choir” serves the 9:00 am Mass the first Sunday of each month and some special liturgies. It is open to children in the 2nd through 8th grade. To participate in any of the activities, a weekly practice commitment is expected in order to sing at Mass.

Q. When does the choir practice?
A. Choir practice is every Wednesday afternoon from 4:00 – 5:15 pm in the church (September to May).

Bells Choir

The Bells Choir serves the 9:00 am Mass the third Sunday of each month and special liturgies. It is open to adults that can read music and like playing together. To participate in any of the activities, you are required a weekly practice commitment in order to sing at Mass.

Q. When does the choir practice?
A. Bells Choir practice is every Wednesday afternoon from 6:30 to 8:00 pm in the church (September to May).

Cantors

Cantors serves to all different Masses and liturgies at St. Gabriel Catholic Church. If you are interested in serving as a cantor, you are required to possess a basic music knowledge and a basic voice training. Cantoring also requires a weekly appointment with the Director of Music Ministry to prepare the Sunday’s music selection or attending a regular choir practice with any of the choirs of the parish.

Instrumentalist

Do you play an instrument? Do you want to join us and praise the Lord with your musical talent? If you want to experience Mass serving with your gifts contact the Music Director. There is a place for you to be part of the ministry!