Liturgy at the Church of Saint Patrick

            The first purpose of liturgy is to worship God and proclaim the good news.  Good liturgy enables conversion or transformation when the Holy Spirit moves within our midst.  As an assembly of baptized Christians, we at the Church of Saint Patrick strive to do liturgy –which means “the work of the people”- in a manner that expresses our theology  as well as shapes our spirituality. 

            With music, symbols, rituals, scripture and silence,  our Eucharistic liturgy celebrates the reign of God in our midst, calling us to the banquet feast of word and Eucharist  so that we might carry the presence of Christ into the world.  Hearts, minds, bodies and souls are touched through good liturgy.  

            The Church of Saint Patrick has a long tradition of vibrant liturgies.  Our music is a reflection of the richness of the gathered community.  A variety of individuals, choirs and instrumentalists lead the “primary choir” –the assembly”- the community of faith.  You are invited to participate in any of the following liturgical ministries. Contact Sister Rosemary Desmond at 651-455-6624.

LITURGICAL MINISTRIES

Eucharistic minister assists in the distribution of the bread and wine, the body and blood of Christ, to the community.  Training is provided.  Those interested must be confirmed and a participating member of the faith life in the parish.

Lector proclaims the Word of God at liturgies and leads the prayers of the faithful.  Training is provided.

Sacristan prepares the materials needed for Mass and is responsible for checking in the liturgical ministers scheduled for each celebration.  Training is provided.

Crucifer carries  the processional cross in and out of the worship space during designated liturgical seasons.

Minister of Hospitality welcomes those coming for liturgy and assists in coordination the collection, presentation of gifts, the communion procession as well as being attentive to persons with special needs.

Altar Server, both adults and children 4^th grade and older, assists the presider during liturgy.

Art and Environment Minister plans, prepares and changes the environment for the various liturgical seasons.  Some members serve only with set  up and take down of the environment.

Lay Presider leads the community in prayer and communion services on days when Mass is not celebrated.  Training is provided on the Archdiocesan level.

Children’s Liturgy of the Word Lector leads the children by proclaiming the Word from the children’s lectionary and facilitating discussions with the children during liturgy.

Children’s Liturgy of the Word Cantor leads the singing of the psalm at the children’s gathering.

Children’s Liturgy of the Word Facilitator leads small group discussions  of the scripture proclaimed at children’s gathering.

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WORSHIP  MUSIC

The Church of Saint Patrick has a strong tradition of vibrant liturgies.  Our music is a reflection of the richness of the gathered community.  A variety of individuals, choirs and instrumentalists lead the “primary choir” – the assembly, our faith community.  Please contact the Director of Liturgy and Music, Rosemary Desmond FSPA  at 651-455-6624 X101 to express interest in participating in any ministries or for additional information.

MUSIC

Adult Choir has a varied 4 part repertoire from traditional to contemporary. The choir rehearses on Wednesdays from 7:00-8:30p.m. and leads sung worship bimonthly at the 10:30a.m. liturgy.

Praise Band consists of singers and instrumentalists who lead the assembly with contemporary praise music in addition to the current parish repertoire. The band rehearses monthly on Thursdays and leads music on the first Sunday of each month. Director:  Karen Faith 651-

5:00 Ensemble leads sung worship bimonthly at the 5:00p.m. Saturday  liturgy with an eclectic repertoire, some traditional and some contemporary.  Practice is scheduled on Saturdays prior to each Mass.

Resurrection Choir sings at many of our funeral Masses.  Rehearsals are scheduled as needed usually prior to the funeral liturgy.

Children’s Choir gathers about five weeks prior to the Christmas and Easter seasons.  Children from grades 3 thru 7 are invited to sing. Rehearsals are scheduled on Wednesdays from 4:00-5:00p.m.

Handbell Choir rings at various liturgies throughout the year.  They rehearse bimonthly on Thursdays from 7:00-8:30p.m. A basic knowledge of music reading is a requirement for the group.

Cantor is the psalmist and the leader of sung prayer.  The cantor usually rehearses with one of the choirs.

Instrumentalists  of string, brass, woodwind, percussion and keyboard instruments are invited to share their talent with any of the ensembles as well as soloists during the liturgy.

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