- Location 467 ALLING ST,Kensington, CT, 06037-2170,United States
- Employee Type Exempt
- Required Degree 4 Year Degree
- Manage Others Yes
OurParish is seeking a full-time Director of Music Ministries to lead our vibrant parish music program. This is more than a music position - it is a ministry. Rooted in the rich tradition of Catholic liturgy, the Director fosters sung prayer that deepens our community’s encounter with Christ.
About the Role
The Director of Music Ministries is both a skilled professional and a pastoral leader, responsible for ensuring that music is integral to the prayer, worship, and mission of our parish.
Responsibilities
- Serve as principal organist and pianist for four weekend liturgies, as well as Holy Days, weddings, funerals, weekly school liturgies and sacramental celebrations.
- Plan and coordinate music for liturgies throughout the liturgical year in collaboration with the Pastor and pastoral staff.
- Direct and rehearse choirs (adult and youth), while recruiting, training, and mentoring cantors, section leaders, and instrumentalists.
- Support the active participation of the entire assembly in sung prayer.
- Supervise the parish’s music budget, music library, church sound systems, and instruments; ensure copyright compliance.
- Create worship aids and assist in the liturgical formation of parishioners and ministers.
- Represent the parish in professional organizations (e.g., NPM, AGO) and pursue ongoing formation in music and liturgy.
Qualifications
- An accomplished organist/pianist, with training and experience in choral conducting, and demonstrated excellence in parish music ministry.
- Knowledgeable in Catholic liturgy and sacred music, both traditional and contemporary. A collaborative leader who works well with clergy, staff, volunteers, and parishioners.
- A practicing Catholic with a sense of vocation to serve the Church through music.
- Holder of a Bachelor’s degree in music (required); Master’s degree preferred.
- Experienced (5–10 years) in directing choirs, accompanying liturgy, and leading parish music programs.
Our Commitment
- Competitive compensation and benefits commensurate with education and experience.
- Professional development support through memberships, workshops, and continuing education.
- A welcoming, collaborative environment that recognizes music as a ministry at the heart of the Church’s mission.
Join us in leading God's people in song - and help our parish community lift its heart.
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