Catholic Liturgy Musician - Remote & Flexible Hours

Archdiocese of St. Louis; Old Monroe (MO); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Remote options

Paid vacation

Personal leaves of absence

Job summary

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is seeking a Musician to support the Church’s liturgical life by providing music that enhances worship, prayer, and congregational participation in line with Catholic traditions.

You will perform for weekend Masses and holy days, accompany congregational singing, lead or support choirs, and prepare music aligned with the liturgical calendar. Collaboration with clergy and volunteers is essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency on piano, organ, guitar, voice, or another appropriate instrument.
• Experience providing music for Catholic Mass or Christian worship preferred.
• Familiarity with Catholic liturgy, the liturgical calendar, and sacred music preferred.
• Ability to read music and work effectively with singers and instrumentalists.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Dependable, punctual, collaborative, and respectful of the sacred nature of the ministry.
• Commitment to supporting the mission and worship life of the Catholic Church.

Responsibilities

• Provide music for weekend Masses, Holy Days, funerals, weddings, and other parish liturgies as assigned.
• Accompany congregational singing through piano, organ, guitar, or other appropriate instruments.
• Lead or support choirs, cantors, instrumentalists, and other music ministers.
• Select and prepare music appropriate to the liturgical season, Scripture readings, and Catholic worship.
• Attend rehearsals and coordinate effectively with clergy, parish staff, cantors, and volunteers.
• Prepare music, accompaniment, and rehearsals in a timely and professional manner.
• Encourage active participation by the congregation through confident and prayerful musical leadership.
• Maintain instruments, music libraries, equipment, and related resources.
• Follow parish policies and Catholic liturgical guidelines.
• Participate in parish events, special services, and seasonal celebrations as needed.

Skills

Piano

Organ

Guitar

Voice

Job description

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is seeking a Musician to support the Church’s liturgical life by providing music that enhances worship, prayer, and congregational participation in line with Catholic traditions.

You will perform for weekend Masses and holy days, accompany congregational singing, lead or support choirs, and prepare music aligned with the liturgical calendar. Collaboration with clergy and volunteers is essential.