Organist
Archdiocese of Detroit • Hamtramck, MI59d
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Organist
Archdiocese of Detroit•Hamtramck, MI
About The Position
Position Summary: Providing services to support the priest in solidum with oversight for the administration of Our Lady Queen of Apostles, the organist is responsible for the selection, preparation, and execution of liturgical music.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Music or related field
- Proven experience as a Music director or similar role
- Proficiency in playing one or more musical instruments (organ and piano preferred) and lead the congregation in singing
- Must be a Catholic in good standing who understands the mission and New Evangelization efforts of the Catholic Church.
- Demonstrates deep knowledge of the Roman Catholic Mass, liturgical music styles, and an understanding of the ministerial function of music in the Sacred Liturgy.
- Ability to sing Polish for our 9:30am Sunday Mass
- Ability to select music that is appropriate for the needs of the community
- Ability to maintain confidentiality in all areas
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Completion of Safe Environments training: Protecting God’s Children
- Completion of a Background Check
Responsibilities
- Coordinate all aspects of the liturgical music program
- Plan, rehearse, and execute music for:
- Weekend Liturgies (Sat. 4:30pm; Sunday 8:00am, 9:30am (Polish))
- Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Liturgies
- Paschal Triduum Liturgies (Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Easter Vigil, Easter Sunday)
- Other Holy Day Masses (January 1, August 15, November 1, December 8, etc.)
- Ash Wednesday liturgies
- Weddings and Funerals
- Other para-liturgical services
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