Patrick Paddock, Director of Music Ministry

Help others pray through music!


The music ministry exists to help all who worship at St. Jude to grow as disciples of Christ, especially through music. Singers and instrumentalists offer their time and talent to lead the music at liturgy. For more information on using your gift of voice and/or musical instrumental skill, please contact Patrick Paddock.  

 

St. Jude Music Ensemble (formerly Choir)

• Open to parishioners high school age and older.
• Season begins after Labor Day and concludes with Pentecost Sunday.
• A great way to grow musical and choral skills while leading the assembly in praising God.
• Check out the St. Jude Music Ensemble section for more details.

Hands of Grace

• Open to parishioners high school age and older.
• Season begins after Labor Day and conludes with Pentecost Sunday.
• Previous experience is not necessary.
• Check out the Hands of Grace section to sign-up and more details. 

Youth Band/Ensemble

• A new ensemble for a new Youth Mass format.
• First Sunday of the month at 11:00am Mass (October - April)
• Rehearsals are an hour before Mass.
• Open to youth and young at heart of our parish grade 7 and up!

Cantor/Psalmist

• The cantor is a leader of congregational song.
• Is God calling you to lead and guide the assembly in sung prayer?
• A strong voice and good musical skill are required.
• Scheduled on a monthly basis, this year-round ministry is open to parishioners high school age and older.
• To schedule an audition/interview, please contact Patrick.

Joyful Sounds: A Children's Ensemble

• A new musical opportunity for children in grades 3 to 8.
• Children will sing and ring at the Children's Masses.
• Check out the Joyful Sounds section to sign-up and more details.

Instrumentalists

• Do you play the flute, violin or trumpet? Or maybe the saxophone, guitar or tuba? Or any other instrument?
• Consider sharing your talents with our parish on weekends throughout the year.  Help enhance the musical experience on Sunday morning!