MUSIC MINISTRY
“SING TO THE LORD WITH HARP AND SONG, WITH TRUMPET AND HORN.”
Psalm 90
“SING TO THE LORD WITH HARP AND SONG, WITH TRUMPET AND HORN.”
Psalm 90
WHO WE ARE
The music ministry of Saint Benedict Parish exists first and foremost to glorify God. Our ministry is guided by the teachings of Christ, and the beautiful music and traditions of his Church. Our primary role is in the context of the liturgy through sung prayer. We strive for musical excellence, realizing that beauty can help us experience God in our midst.
WORSHIPING AND GROWING TOGETHER
Our music ministry (and parish) is a warm and supportive group which welcomes people of all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender, religion, orientation, etc. We think you’ll find that being a part of this ministry is musically challenging, but incredibly rewarding. The environment is always supportive and judgment free, and there is a place for everyone.
HOW TO GET STARTED
If you are thinking about getting involved, contact sarkenberg@stbenedict.com or just stop by the music area after Mass. We’d love to meet you.
Christmas Eve
Tuesday, December 24th at 4pm, 6pm, Midnight
Christmas Day
Wednesday, December 25th at 8am, 10am, Noon, (no 5pm)
All are invited to join the Filipino community for this joyful, annual tradition. This Mass is part of a Novena celebrated over nine days in anticipation of Christmas. Following the Mass there will be a reception held in the School Gym to celebrate.
You can join fellow Catholics who are proud to say #IGiveCatholic on this unofficial kick-off to the year-end giving season, with your gift to a featured St. Benedict ministry:
#GiveEducation - Catholic education at St. Benedict School
#GiveKateri - Native American Ministry
All Souls Day Mass will be celebrated at 7:30 pm on Saturday, November 2nd. We will remember.
The TOWER ARTS RECITAL SERIES present TEMPO TRIO WOODWIND QUINTET on May 19th at 5:00pm.
The St Benedicts “Tower Arts Series” present the Pangelic Duo featuring music for harp and steel pan on Sunday, February 25th at 3PM. The duo will take us on “Panoramic Adventures” never before experienced in the Chicago area. Harpist Faye Seeman and steel pan virtuoso Liam Teague come together to play traditional classical repertoire, original compositions , folk music and jazz standards in this eclectic blend of music on these beautiful instruments.
At the end of the Holy Thursday Mass, the Eucharist is placed on a temporary “altar of repose” away from the sanctuary. It is customary for the faithful to process together to this altar and spend time in quiet prayer and adoration. In the Roman Missal, it states: “The faithful are invited to continue adoration before the Blessed Sacrament for a suitable length of time during the night, according to circumstance.”
The Seven Churches Visitation is a tradition that grew out of this time of prayer and adoration.
Find out more about how you can join on Holy Thursday, beginning at 8:30pm…
Looking to join a choir? Our parish choir was recently featured in an international TV special. Click below to view the complete 25 minute program.