“One cannot find anything more religious and more joyful in sacred celebrations than a whole congregation expressing its faith and devotion in song.” – Musicam Sacram (Instruction on Music in the Liturgy), 1967

Our parish has a rich musical tradition of incorporating a variety of musical styles and talents into sacred liturgy to help the assembly “express its faith and devotion in song” as quoted above. If God has blessed you with a musical gift that you’d like to share at Mass, we offer a variety of ways for you to get involved in our music ministry!

• The Grateful Bread (Sat. 4:30 Mass)
  • The Grateful Bread is an SATB-style choir that alternates with Laudato Si’ in ministering at our Saturday 4:30 Mass. Their repertoire leans into contemporary Catholic music and includes many “Catholic staples” and favorites from GIA/Gather. An ability to read music is highly appreciated as this group frequently makes use of choral octavos and occasionally sings some acapella pieces (like during Lent). Instrumentation includes a combination of piano, guitar, flute, violin, and bass guitar.
• Laudato Si’ (Sat. 4:30 Mass)
  • Laudato Si’ is a newer, still-growing ensemble that alternates with The Grateful Bread in ministering at our Saturday 4:30 Mass. No audition or music-reading ability is required – just innate musical talent and a desire to serve! “Laudato Si” is Italian for “Praise Be to You” and speaks to this group’s desire to “point towards the Eucharist” and praise God in the liturgy through music! Musical selections lean contemporary and are often written for two- or three-part harmony.
  • Currently seeking more singers!
• Morning Glory (Sun. 8:30 Mass)
  • Morning Glory is our main adult choir and sings at our 8:30 Sunday Mass. Music selections lean contemporary with most music written for 2- or 3-part harmony with some occasional SATB music for special occasions. This group rehearses on Wednesday evenings at 6PM except during summers. An ability to read music is helpful but not required.
  • Currently seeking more singers!
• Joyful Noise (Sun. 10:30 Mass)
  • Joyful Noise is our most advanced ensemble and leans heavily contemporary in song selections and style. New members are auditioned, and an ability to read music is required for singers and most instrumentalists. Typical instrumentation includes piano, guitar, drums, and cello. This group alternates with our ‘Generations’ choir in singing at the 10:30 Sunday Mass.
  • Currently seeking a bass guitar player!
• Generations (Sun. 10:30 Mass)
  • Also knows as “The Family Choir,” this group was created so that parents, children, and/or grandparents can sing together as a family at Mass. This group alternates with Joyful Noise at the 10:30 Mass depending on schedules and availability. Open to anyone 10 years old or older. Kids under 14 require an adult to be present as well. No auditions or music-reading ability required. Just a desire to be involved!
  • We’d love to have more families join so we can schedule this group more frequently!
• Lift My Soul (Sun. 10:30 or 5:30 Mass)
  • Dave Wilson’s group is known for its signature country music style that lends an approachable and familiar feel to liturgical music. While this group’s presence is somewhat sporadic due to family obligations and Dave’s touring schedule with the Doug and Dave Show, it’s an OLP staple that welcomes teens and adults alike. Auditions and an ability to read music are not required. Just a willing spirit, an innate musical talent, and an ability to “feel where the song naturally goes.” They typically minister at the Sunday 10:30 or 5:30 Mass.
• Youth Choir (Sun. 5:30 Mass)
  • Our Youth Choir is open to teens in grades 8 to 12 (with adults and older teens filling in key positions as needed). This group typically ministers at the 5:30 Sunday Mass on ‘Called’ nights during the school year and is off during the summer. Musical selections lean contemporary while also honoring the full history and richness of liturgical music in the church. No audition or music-reading ability is required. Just an innate musical talent and a desire to serve.
  • Currently seeking a pianist, a guitar player, and someone to lead and help grow this group!
• Cantors and “Fill-In” Ensembles
  • During summers, the Sunday 5:30 Mass is primarily a cantor-led Mass with a pianist or guitarist providing some basic accompaniment. During the rest of the year, a Mass might be a simple cantor-led Mass or have a “fill-in ensemble” (consisting of whoever’s available) if the regular music groups are unavailable. That most often occurs at the evening Masses.

Music for Holy Days and other special occasions is typically provided by a combined choir/ensemble that spans a cross-section of the music groups above.