LITURGY and MUSIC

INTRODUCTION
   Liturgy is the focal point of spiritual life at St. Albert's. Whether it’s the celebration of weekend or daily Masses or any of the other liturgical events during a given year, from baptisms and marriages to confirmations and funerals, liturgy is both the source and summit of spiritual life at St. Albert’s, both for individuals and for the entire parish community.
   Important, too, is the music that permeates almost every aspect of liturgy at the parish.  Three different choirs add to the celebration of Sunday Masses, while numerous other music programs play important roles in almost every aspect of parish life.

LITURGICAL ROLES
   Numerous opportunities exist to actively participate in the liturgical life of the parish.  They range in scope from Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion to Acolyte, from Lector to member of the Art and Environment committee. Just click on the words below to be taken to the section(s) that interest you most.

     Acolyte (server)
     Art and Environment Committee Member
     Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion
     Hospitality Minister
     Lector
     Liturgy of the Word with Children
          Leader of Prayer
          Assistant to the Leader of Prayer
          Candle Bearer / Musician


MUSICAL ROLES
   St. Albert the Great is blessed by a very active music program. Here, parishioners will find not one, but four distinct musical groups. Each brings to the liturgy it serves a unique sound and feel. All are on constant lookout for additional members and their voices and/or musical instruments.

     Albertsingers
     Leaders of Song
     Guitar Group
     Christmas Youth Choir

Acolyte (server)
   Acolytes assist the priest in making worship more prayerful. All acolytes need to be 5th grade or older.  Training sessions are held Sundays, October 14 and November 18 at 9:00AM in Church.
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Art and Environment Committee Member
   This committee meets seasonally to create ideas for the interior environment of St. Albert’s facilities. They are responsible for creating a meaningful atmosphere that compliments the liturgical year. It is not necessary to be artistic; it is necessary only to have a pair of willing, helping hands.
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Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion
   Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion assist the priest in ministering the Body and Blood of Christ during the Mass. They are responsible for attending a training session on Sunday, October 7, at 9AM in Church, ministering the Eucharist, and assisting the priest/deacon in washing and putting away the vessels.
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Hospitality Minister
   Hospitality Ministers welcome and help people feel comfortable in church. They greet people as they arrive for Mass and assist them in finding available seating. They distribute collection baskets and collate money after Mass. They hand out parish bulletins and are available to offer assistance when needed. Following a Mass, they make sure pew areas are neat and welcoming for the next liturgy.  The training session for this ministry will be held on Sunday, November 25 at 9:00AM in Church.
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Lector
   Lectors proclaim the Scriptures at Masses and special liturgies. Before coming to church, they are responsible for previewing the General Intercessions and the readings in the Lectionary.  The training session will be held Sunday, October 21, at 9:00AM in Church.

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Liturgy of the Word with Children
   During weekend Masses, children in Kindergarten through Grade 5 have an opportunity to experience simplified scriptural readings, special songs, a reflection homily appropriate to their ages, a special Creed, and their own Prayers of the Faithful.
   This ministry encompasses three special roles. A Leader of Prayer leads children in the readings, responses, reflections, Prayers of the Faithful and Creed, actively involving the children when possible. The Assistant to the Leader of Prayer collects children's envelopes, monitors the time, directs children back into church, and collects and sees that the children's offerings are brought to the altar. The Candle Bearer / Musician carries the candle and leads children in song and active participation with the use of
CD's and visual aids.
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Albert Singers
   This group is a SATB choir open to any high school student or adult who is interested in singing. Practice is held Wednesday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30 pm. The Albertsingers usually sing at the 10:30 Mass on Sunday, from September through early May.

   Performance Sample

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Leaders of Song
   This group is open to any high school student or adult who is interested in singing at the 8:00 am Mass on Sunday. Practice is held Thursday evenings, 6:30 - 7:30 PM.

   Performance Sample

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Guitar Group
   This group is open to any high school student or adult who is interested in singing or playing at the 5:00 pm Mass on Saturday. Practice is held Thursday evenings at 7:30 pm.

   Performance Sample

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Christmas Youth Choir
   This group is open to any student in Grade 3 and above who is interested in singing for the 4:00 Mass on Christmas Eve.
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WOULD YOU LIKE TO JOIN? WOULD YOU LIKE TO HELP?
   Serving in this capacity for the parish is both fun and rewarding. There are ample opportunities to help. There are numerous groups to join. Interested? Then don't hesitate to give Don a call. He'll answer any questions you might have and make sure your skills and talents are utilized in a way you'd enjoy most!


Don Kometz
Director of Liturgy & Music
837-3798 Ext 25
dkometz@hotmail.com



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