Music Ministry
Liturgical Music helps to amplify the message of the readings of the day and prepare the individual in receiving the Gospel. It helps in creating an atmosphere in the worship space and within one’s own personal experience of the Holy Eucharist. Music supports in unifying the worshiping community into one prayer and empower the individual prayers of the faithful. When music is executed in a way that does not distract the minds and hearts of the people of God, then it has the powerful potential to uplift the spirit, speak of and invite all to peace and healing, and nurture and empower the expression of gratitude and love for God. It is therefore important to execute the art of music in a way that allows the full and active participation of the faithful in the living and loving Eucharist.
Assumption Choir is the principal choir of the Church of the Assumption. They provide choral music for our 10:00 AM Sunday Mass, and for other special Liturgies throughout the Liturgical Year. Assumption Choir rehearsal is every Wednesday from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, except during the summer as they take off this time of year.
Cantor Ministry is an auditioned ministry and reserved for those who have special gifts as a vocalist and in leading the assembly in worship through music. Membership in Assumption Choir is a requirement to be a cantor.
Please email Dr. Mabalot if you are interested in auditioning for membership in Assumption Choir or in becoming a cantor.
Music for Weddings and Funerals: Please e-mail Dr. Mabalot for all questions and various needs regarding music for weddings and funerals.
- Please keep in mind that as is the case with all Eucharistic celebrations, music for liturgy must be sacred in nature.
- Because of this, the use of secular music during Mass regardless of the occasion is strictly forbidden by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops.
Dr. Mabalot, Director of Music & Liturgy
E-Mail: drmabalot@assumption.org