SEAS MUSIC MINISTRY - HARMONIZING FAITH THROUGH SONG
SEAS's Music Ministry is a vibrant and dedicated community of long-time volunteers and talented individuals committed to enhancing the liturgical experience through the power of music. With a focus on regularly scheduled practices and Mass schedules, the ministry welcomes more voices and instruments to join its harmonious ensemble.
Opportunities in SEAS Music Ministry:
1. St. Cecilia Adult Choir and Ensembles: The Adult Choir leads congregational singing during Sunday Masses, holy days, and special liturgies. Rehearsing weekly throughout the academic year and semi-monthly in the summer, the choir offers a beautiful blend of voices and welcomes instrumentalists to join.
2. Choristers Children & Youth Choirs: Open to students in 3rd-12th grades from various educational backgrounds, the Children & Youth Choirs rehearse weekly during the academic year and contribute to the musical richness of regularly scheduled Masses.
3. Cantors/Ensemble Singers: Individuals or small groups comfortable leading the congregation in liturgical singing, with the support of an accompanist.
4. Accompanists: SEAS Music Ministry is actively seeking another accompanist to share the load. While piano skills are preferable, knowledge of playing the organ is not a requirement.
How to Get Involved:
If you are passionate about music, singing, or playing instruments and wish to contribute to the rich tapestry of worship at SEAS, consider joining the Music Ministry. For more information or to express your interest, please contact Melinda Arnold at 887-6472 ext. 606 or marnold@seaschurch.org.
SEAS Music Ministry invites all individuals with a love for music to join in creating a harmonious atmosphere that elevates the spiritual experience for the entire community.
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SEAS Music Ministry Report
April 2024
Choirs
St. Cecilia Choir: Holy Week is always a busy time in music ministry, and SEAS is fortunate to
have a very dedicated group of volunteer vocalists and musicians to lead music at the various
liturgies. As the Easter season continues until Pentecost Sunday, the brass section will play with
the choir at the 9 a.m. Mass, and in fact will stay for the two feast days following Pentecost:
Holy Trinity and Corpus Christi.
The Choristers joined the St. Cecilia Choir for Palm Sunday Mass at 9 a.m. The children sang the
Hosanna to gather parishioners in the parish hall and participated in the procession to the
church. Choristers and Youth Choir are combining for First Holy Communion Mass on Sunday,
April 21. After that, they will celebrate the end of their choir year with a family dinner on April
23. Youth Choir will continue a monthly rehearsal and Mass in the summer as camp and
vacation schedules allow.
National Association of Pastoral Musicians
The annual convention for the National Association of Pastoral Musicians is in Kansas City in
July. Four choir members and I will attend the convention. We are seeking financial assistance
from the Diocese’s Lay Endowment Fund and SEAS Men’s Club to offset the cost of registration,
lodging, and mileage.
Livestream
The livestream schedule continues without change. We have a volunteer to operate the camera
for the 9 a.m. Sunday Mass twice a month. We hope to recruit more volunteers this summer.
Outreach
Melinda visited with the new Catholics in the RCIA program to talk about music ministry as an
opportunity for their involvement in the parish.
Additional Liturgies
Melinda will be assisting with music for the Mass with Bishop Rice during 5th Grade Retreat on
Wednesday, April 24; providing technical support for the Springfield Catholic High School
Baccalaureate Mass on Friday, May 10; and leading student singers with music for SEAS 8th
Grade Graduation on Tuesday, May 14.
Submitted by
Melinda Arnold, SEAS Director of Sacred Music
marnold@seaschurch.org
417‐887‐6472 x606