Creighton University

Song of Praise Choir, Qwest Center Omaha, Dec 2005.

Whether you're a long-time choral singer, a veteran of small groups or brand new to music ministry; whether you're looking for a very regular commitment or just a few service opportunities each year, we have a place for you!

Not sure if you "qualify?" Well, being an astounding, virtuosic musician is a blessing, but what really defines an excellent music minister is spirit-- the understanding of music ministry as the sharing of one's gifts (whether extraordinary or just "OK") as a leader of song for the people who gather to worship. If you have that spirit, you're good to go (and if you're not sure about your musical skills, what better way to hone them than by using them!)

Crash a rehearsal! We don't audition for our music ministry ensembles*... but you may certainly audition us! Please feel welcome to drop in on a rehearsal (no obligation necessary) for any of these groups to get a feel for the group dynamic and the way we shape our ministry. We're always willing to chat afterwards about your questions and concerns.

*Candlelight Choir, a student-directed ensemble for the Candlelight Mass, is an auditioned ensemble (see below).

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Coordinators: Tony Ward, Roc O'Connor SJ, Mark Daly
Ministry: Saturday 5 pm Mass
Rehearsals: Saturdays, 4 pm, music room
Commitment: variable

This small group (avg. 8-12 people/week) of vocalists, guitarists, and other instrumentalists share a wide variety of liturgical and musical experience with our Saturday evening congregations. New members are always welcome and appreciated!

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Director: Tony Ward
Ministry: Sunday 10:30 am Mass
Rehearsals: Sundays, 9:30 am, music room
Commitment: regular

The St. John's Community Choir is an ever-growing ensemble (currently about 20 members) of vocal and instrumental musicians from both our parish and university communities. New members are always welcome!

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Director: Tony Ward
Ministry: Sunday 4:30 pm Mass
Rehearsals: Wed/Thu, 3:30pm-4:20pm , music room
Commitment: regular

This non-auditioned choral ensemble is a dynamic group of young people united in a desire to serve God through excellence in music ministry. In addition to the 4:30 Mass, Song of Praise has ministered for liturgies and prayer at the President's Convocation, the Qwest Center Omaha and the Holland Center for the Performing Arts. New members are always welcome!

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Coordinator: Tony Ward
Ministry: Sunday 8:00 am Mass
Rehearsals:
Commitment: varied

The 8:00am and 9:00 pm Masses on Sundays are looking for instrumental musicians (pianists, guitarists, wind players) to provide meditative music for these liturgies on a rotating schedule. New members are always welcome!

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Directors: Natalie Thomas, Brian Werner
Ministry: Sunday 10:00 pm Mass

This ensemble is an auditioned student-directed ensemble which sings at the Candlelight Mass each Sunday night. For more information, contact the student directors (above).

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Director: Tony Ward
Ministry: University liturgies throughout the academic year; celebrations of the Christmas, Holy Week, and Easter seasons
Rehearsals: varies by event; check the parish newsletter and the CM website for upcoming events
Commitment: up to you!

All members of the Creighton/St.John's family are invited to be part of special Music Ministry ensembles for campus and parish celebrations such as:

• Welcome Week Mass (late August)
• Mass of the Holy Spirit (early September)
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Family Mass, Midnight Mass, Christmas Day Masses
• Founders Week Mass (early February)
• Ash Wednesday and Lenten Reconciliation services
• Easter Triduum (Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Easter Vigil, Easter Sunday)
• Baccalaureate Masses (December, May)
• prayer services, reconciliation services, and other liturgies

To sign on for one of these events or for more information, contact Tony.