Musician

The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area. Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

St Martin of Tours Catholic Church, a parish of the Archdiocese of St. Louis, is seeking a Musician to provide musical leadership for one of the school's weekday morning Masses.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Catholic liturgical musicand a desire to support the prayer and worship of students, faculty, and the parish community through sacred music. The musician will help create an environment that encourages active participation and draws the school community more deeply into the celebration of the Mass.

Provide music for one designated weekday morning school Mass on a regular basis.

Select and prepare appropriate music in accordance with the Roman Catholic liturgy, the liturgical season, and the needs of the school community.

Lead congregational singing and provide appropriate accompaniment for hymns, psalms, and other parts of the Mass.

Collaborate with parish and school staff to coordinate music selections and liturgical needs.

Support and encourage student participation in the music ministry when appropriate.

Arrive prepared and on time for scheduled Masses, rehearsals, and other agreed-upon responsibilities.

Maintain a reverent and prayerful presence appropriate to the celebration of the Catholic Mass.

Follow the liturgical guidelines and practices of the Archdiocese of St. Louis and St. Patrick Parish.

Perform other music-related duties as mutually agreed upon with parish or school leadership.

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Catholic liturgical music and worship.

Experience providing music for Catholic Mass is strongly preferred.

Proficiency on piano, keyboard, organ, guitar, or another appropriate liturgical instrument.

Ability to lead and accompany congregational singing.

Familiarity with the liturgical calendar, Scripture, Catholic hymnody, and appropriate music selection for Mass.

Ability to work collaboratively with clergy, parish staff, school personnel, and students.

Dependable, organized, and comfortable working independently.

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.
Pre-Employment Screening
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.