Handbells
Musically talented volunteers of different ages with good coordination, a sense of rhythm and commitment are always are welcome to join. Handbells play twice a month at our various Masses and for special occasions. Practice Thursday Nights from 6:30 - 8:30 pm. Open to all 5th Grade and up.
Cantors:
Serve as psalmists and liturgical song leaders during the celebration of Mass. Practice is individual with the Music Minister.
Field Notes from our Ministers
" I was already a choir member but felt Jesus asking for more even though I was scared to leave the security of the choir. Now, every year I give to the cantor ministry ingrains the beautiful prayers that are the Psalms deeper in my heart. They return unexpectedly all day and night to bless me endlessly with their comfort. I feel like the Psalmist in chapter 16 verse 7; "I bless the LORD who counsels me; even at night my heart exhorts me."
Cantabile Choir:
Featured at the 10:00 am Mass, this choir sings traditional sacred music for SATB arrangement. Other occasions include special Holiday concerts, Caroling and Music Festivals. Practice is Wednesday at 6 - 8 p.m. in the Music Room.
Field Notes from our Ministers
"Singing expresses myself to God; I can be joyful or sad and convey it deeper than just in words. Hearing our voices blend in harmony thrills me! How dependent we are on each other! I am not alone! I am united in my happiness or sorrow, united in my faith and the need that is the human experience. How eloquently it is expressed through song."
The Contemporary Ensemble
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Singers and instrumentalists of all ages and voice ranges sing contemporary liturgical music in a relaxed group setting at the 11:45 a.m. Mass. Less formal than the 10:00 Choir but equally committed to quality, this diverse group practices on Tuesday at 6:15 to 8 p.m. in the Music Room of the Parish Center.
Field Notes from our Ministers
" We were new to the parish and thought joining the choir would be a good way to meet people and "get involved." What happened was that Christ "got involved" with us. We have a deeper appreciation of the Liturgy and the other people that serve Him around us and how He uses what we give to make us better people. We are still "getting involved" in the deeper meanings of the Mass, of Friendship and of Ministry."
Resurrection Choir
Talented, dedicated singers composed from St. Joseph's choirs and cantors enhance the funeral liturgy with appropriate hymns, psalms, and songs. Rehearsals are once a month, mostly on the first Thursday at 10:30 a.m. in the Music Room and forty minutes prior to a funeral. This special choir is a ministry in itself.
Field Notes from our Ministers
"Singing during the 'happy times' of Easter and Christmas is not the ultimate expression of joy. The Resurrection Choir expresses joy in the real hope of Resurrection at every gathering. That is where the real joy is. That is where real faith is."
Spirit Mass
"Tongues of Fire,"
the Spirit Mass Choir enhances liturgical worship through the most current spirit-filled music found. Open to young adults ages 11 and up. Practice is held 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. prior to Mass every Sunday in the Chapel.
Music Ministry Contact Information
For information regarding the Cantor ministry, Contemporary Ensemble, Cantabile Choir, Resurrection Choir, and Handbells of St. Joseph, contact the Music Director,
Jitka Cinibulk
863-294-3144 ext 247 or jcinibulk@stjosephwh.org
For Spirit Mass information
Notes from the Director, Jitka Cinibulk