Personal Invitation
Music is an important part of the Liturgy of the Mass.
St. Francis of Assisi offers a number of ways parishioners can participate in our Music Ministry. Please feel free to come up after Mass and talk with any of the directors or choir members. We will be happy to answer your questions and help you in any way we can.
Hispanic Choir
The Hispanic Choir rehearses on Saturdays from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and sings at the Saturday 6:30 p.m. Mass. For more information, contact the head of the Hispanic Ministry, Sonia Barroso; or our Assistant Music Director, Ramón Garcia Martos.
Traditional Choir
This choir normally rehearses on Thursday from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and generally sings at the Sunday 11:00 a.m. Mass. Occasionally this group will sing at various other Masses and serves at major liturgies (e.g., Holy Days of Obligation, Christmas Eve, Holy Week, etc.)
To accommodate families' vacation schedules, the Traditional Choir takes a break during the summer, and the Thursday choir practices are suspended during those months.
No formal vocal training is necessary to join the choir and all age groups are invited.
Ensemble Groups
Smaller ensemble groups sing during various Masses. Rehearsals for these groups are generally held prior to their Mass.
Mass Times:
Children
Children participate in special and seasonal events. Children, with their parents, are also invited to join the various choirs.
Cantors
Cantor practice is generally held within the choir/ensemble rehearsals for their particular Mass. The primary function of a cantor is to serve as the Minister of the Word for the Psalm and Gospel Acclamation, as well as lead the congregation in song. A cantor should possess a clear, strong voice and be able to read music.
Instrumentalists
We are constantly in search of instrumentalists to play at various Masses. It matters not what instrument you play. Please join us if you are interested in participating in this important area. You will be a great addition to the Music Ministry.
Combined Groups
Throughout the Liturgical Year, the above groups combine their talents and sing/play together for special occasions and Holy Days.
