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I want you...to sing.
I want you...to sing.

If you’re thinking of singing in the parish choir we have good news.

POSITIONS are OPEN –Parish Choir - members: soprano, alto, tenor and bass singers.

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS – Must be able to carry light and beautiful musical notes part way across the church. Must have a sense of humor.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED – Must have sung, hummed or whistled a tune in the bathtub or shower.

HOURS – 7:00pm - 8:30pm on Wednesday evenings (beginning September 7th and thereafter) and 9:15am Sunday mornings in the Church choir area to prepare for the 10:00am mass. Rehearsals take place in the church. Enter the main doors on Irving Park Road. …read more

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Music Ministry, Liturgical, Homepage Featured, Parish Featured, Parish Life, Spiritual LifeParish Pastoral Staff
A Fond Farewell, A Heartfelt Thank You
A Fond Farewell, A Heartfelt Thank You

I write today to share with you some news. Effective February 1st, 2022, I will be leaving St. Ben’s. I will take on a new role as Director of Music Ministry at St. Clement Parish in Lincoln Park. January 23rd will be my last Sunday. I will take the final week of January to spend some time in spiritual retreat as I prepare for my new role. I have put a lot of thought and prayer into making this decision, and this is the right thing for me at this time. This was my decision, and I am grateful for the support I have received from Fr. Steve, Rachel Gemo, and the rest of the staff…

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Homepage Featured, Music Ministry, Parish FeaturedGuest User
Christmas from the Tower: Cantiques de la Cathédrale
Christmas from the Tower: Cantiques de la Cathédrale

Friday, December 17th at 7pm

Join us for our ninth annual Christmas concert! This year the parish choirs will present a program of carols from the cathedrals of France and beyond. Performers include the parish adult choir, children's choirs, and the Ravenswood Community Orchestra. All proceeds benefit the parish music program. Even if you cannot attend, please consider making a gift to show your support.

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Parish Featured, Homepage Featured, Music Ministry, Liturgical, Spiritual Life, Outreach, Parish LifeGuest User
All Souls Day Mass: Fauré's Requiem
All Souls Day Mass: Fauré's Requiem

Tuesday, November 2nd at 7pm

Fauré's Requiem will be presented in the context for which it was originally intended, the Holy Mass. The Requiem will be sung by the award-winning St. Benedict Parish Adult Choir, accompanied by chamber orchestra. ADMISSION IS FREE AND OPEN TO ALL. Parishioners, friends, guests, and non-Catholics alike are warmly invited to attend…

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Parish Featured, Homepage Featured, Music Ministry, LiturgicalGuest UserAll Souls