Parish Music & Choir Director

Catholic Diocese of Gary; Crown Point (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate music minister to lead the music ministry at a vibrant parish. This role involves preparing music for various liturgies, directing choirs, and fostering a welcoming atmosphere through music. The ideal candidate will have a strong musical background, be a practicing Catholic, and possess excellent communication skills. If you are enthusiastic about enhancing the worship experience through music and have a heart for ministry, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Passionate about music with experience in performance and ensemble settings.
• Practicing Catholic with knowledge of liturgy and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee music for weekend Masses and special liturgies.
• Direct adult choirs and recruit/train cantors/musicians.
• Develop new music programs to enhance liturgies.

Skills

Music performance ability

Team building/recruitment

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Computer knowledge

Ability to work nights and weekends

Education

Music degree or equal level experience

Ability to read music and play piano or other instruments

Previous experience as a church musician

Job description

This position will be effective as of 6.1.2025 and will report to the Pastoral Associate.

Holy Spirit Parish is seeking a passionate missionary disciple with musical gifts to prepare and provide music for Sunday and other special liturgies. The candidate will develop a comprehensive music ministry for the parish through musical performance, developing the choirs, coordinating musicians, as well as training and recruiting new team members.

Specific Task/Duties:

• Oversees and executes music for two weekend Masses (Saturday 4:00 p.m., Sunday 11:00) and for Holy Days of Obligation (Christmas Eve and Day, Easter Triduum, etc.)
• Schedules music ministry personnel
• Provides music for all funeral and wedding Masses
• Directs the adult choirs and music ensembles, assists with the children’s choir
• Recruits and trains cantors/musicians
• Offers a fresh approach to sacred music
• Fosters a welcoming aesthetic through music and addressing the parish community
• Develops new ensembles or programs to enhance Sacred Music for liturgies
• Demonstrates professional and Christ-like behavior
• Welcomes new ideas as an opportunity to learn, grow and improve liturgies
• Timely communication, flexibility

JOB SKILLS:

• Music performance ability and ensemble experience
• Team building/recruitment
• Practicing Catholic with strong personal faith and knowledge of the liturgy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Computer knowledge
• Able to work nights and weekends

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Music degree, or equal level experience preferred.
• Ability to read music, play piano and/or proficient in other instruments.
• Previous experience working as a church musician is a plus.

Catholic Diocese of Gary
9292 Broadway
Merrillville, IN 46410
Phone: [phone]