Organist

Bridgeport Diocese; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Bridgeport Diocese in Bridgeport, CT seeks a Part-Time Organist to enhance worship through sacred music. The role provides organ accompaniment and vocal leadership for weekend Masses and other liturgical celebrations, collaborating with the choir and clergy to nourish the liturgical life of the parish.

The successful candidate will sight-read and select appropriate liturgical music in alignment with Catholic traditions, maintain music sheets, and coordinate with cantors and choir directors for

Qualifications

• Proficiency in organ performance and vocal accompaniment.
• Familiarity with Catholic liturgy and sacred music repertoire.
• Ability to sight-read and support choral and congregational singing.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Degree in music or equivalent experience preferred.
• Practicing Catholic in good standing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide organ accompaniment and vocals for weekend Masses and liturgical services.
• Rehearse with the choir before the Sunday Mass.
• Prepare and distribute monthly music sheets.
• Select liturgically appropriate music for seasons.
• Collaborate with clergy and choir directors on worship planning.
• Monitor maintenance needs for parish organ.

Skills

Organ performance

Vocal accompaniment

Sight-reading

Communication skills

Catholic liturgy knowledge

Education

Degree in music or equivalent experience

Job description

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY:

The Part-Time Organist will play a vital role in enhancing the spiritual life of the parish through sacred music. This position involves providing musical accompaniment and vocal leadership during weekend Masses and other sacramental celebrations. The Organist will collaborate closely with the choir and clergy to cultivate a meaningful and spiritually enriching worship environment that supports the liturgical and pastoral mission of the parish.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBITS:

• Provide organ accompaniment and vocals (preferably) for:
  • Weekend Masses: Saturday 4:00 PM, Sunday 9:00 AM & 11:00 AM
  • Funerals, weddings, and other liturgical services as scheduled
• Rehearse with the choir before the 11:00am Sunday Mass
• Prepare and distribute a monthly music sheet for all scheduled Masses
• Select appropriate liturgical music in alignment with Catholic traditions and seasonal themes
• Collaborate with clergy, choir director, and cantors to ensure cohesive worship planning
• Monitor and report any maintenance needs for the parish organ

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Proficiency in organ performance and vocal accompaniment
• Familiarity with Catholic liturgy, hymns, and sacred music repertoire
• Ability to sight-read and support choral and congregational singing
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Degree in music or equivalent experience preferred
• Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church preferred.