The Director of Music Ministries, under the direction of the pastor and in collaboration with the pastoral staff, organizes and directs the program of sacred music for the liturgical and devotional life of the parish in order to facilitate the full and active participation of the assembly through preparation, celebration and evaluation, fostering a spirit of community, ministry and stewardship among the music ministers and the assembly. For wedding and funeral liturgies, the Director of Music Ministries may enter into a separate contract with families and/or couples to provide accompaniment or choral support for their event; compensation will not be made by the parish. Education: Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Music (e.g. Knowledge of Catholic Liturgy as presented in church documents and practice. Have the ability to conduct/coach vocal technique, direct cantors, direct accompanists, direct instrumentalists, and connect with and challenge people at all musical levels; Have the ability to lead and supervise; Have excellent interpersonal and human relations skills; Have excellent organizational skills; Have the ability to workefficiently without constantsupervision and direction – be motivated; Be a practicing Roman Catholic and have a working knowledge of Vatican II and United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) documents on liturgy and music; Have ability to oversee maintenance of musical instruments, equipment and a working knowledge of parish and church sound systems; and, Be willing to commit to overall parish welfare and development.
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