Music plays a vital role in the Catholic liturgy. Rather than being an entity unto itself, liturgical music serves a practical function, designed to bring praise to God and help us pray better.  In particular, singing has paramount importance in the liturgy, as demonstrated by the many sung acclamations meant to herald or reflect upon the actions and rituals taking place during the liturgy. Singing transforms our prayer into a higher and more effective form of expression and helps unite the congregation in one voice of praise and celebration.

St. Joan of Arc Parish has many opportunities for musicians of every level and for those who just like to sing. Here are short descriptions of each group:

The St. Joan of Arc Choir is a 30-voice choir that ministers from the choir loft at the 10 AM Sunday Mass.  The choir’s repertoire includes traditional and contemporary music.  Weekly rehearsals are held Wednesday evenings, 7:00-9:00 PM, in the Choir Room.  The choir’s season roughly coincides with the school year. Due to COVID-19, we are curently on hiatus, but hope to return Septmebr 8, 2021. Mark your calendars!! 
 
The Children’s Choir is currently undergoing a transition.  It is anticipated that this group will sing once a month at weekend Masses and at various special occasions during the year. Due to COVID-19, we are curently on hiatus, but hope to return in the fall of 2021. Please contact Catherine Thomas if you would like to enroll your child. 

The Hand Bell Choir plays for big feast days (Christmas, Easter, Pentecost) and other special occasions.  It is open to anyone who knows a bit about music and has a good sense of rhythm. Due to COVID-19, we are curently on hiatus, but hope to return in the fall of 2021. Please contact Catherine Thomas if you are interested in partcipating in this group 

Instrumentalists are welcomed and encouraged to participate in the music ministry. Musicians should be strong readers! For more information, please contact Catherine Thomas.

For more information contact any member or director of the group you’re interested in or contact our music director Catherine Thomas Phone: 586-777-3670 ext 1226