Music and liturgy play a vital role in the life of our parish, enriching connection and helping to draw hearts closer to God. Whether you love public speaking or singing, play an instrument or serving clergy, or are simply curious about becoming more involved, we warmly invite you to explore our parish’s liturgical assembly. There are opportunities for all ages and ability levels.
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We would love to hear from you!
DECORATING & CARE TEAM
Our parishes' decorating and care teams meet seasonally to walk through facilities and grounds. If you have experience in cleaning, decorating, maintenance (plumbing, heating, electrical or any related field) and would like to be on this committee, please call the parish office you are able to assist.
LITURGICAL ASSEMBLY
When the Church comes together in the liturgical assembly to celebrate the Mass, members of the congregation do not gather simply as a crowd. They gather in a variety of ministries and roles as well. These ministries and roles listed below, carried out by members of the church, are a significant part of the Mass and sacramental celebrations. If you would like to be involved in any of the ministries listed below, please contact the individual Parish Offices.
 
Lectors—Lay person, teenager through adult, who proclaims the Word of God at Mass. Lectors read the first and second readings, along with the intercessions (unless a deacon is at Mass).
 
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion—Confirmed Catholics of high school age thru adult who help distribute the Body and Blood of Christ to their fellow parishioners at Mass.
 
Altar Attendants (Servers)—Kids and adults who serve the entire assembly by their example of prayer and by assisting the priest and ministers during the Mass.
 
Hospitality Ministers—Open to any age group. They greet and welcome people as they arrive for Mass, hand out programs if need be, and assist with any special needs of the assembly during Mass. Hospitality Ministers also help with collections (where applicable), but those helping with the collection should be at least 7th grade or older.
 
Sacristans—Lay person, seventh grade through adult, who arrives early and prepares the wine, hosts, and all necessary vessels used for Mass.
 
Ushers—Lay person, seventh grade through adult, who arrives early and prepares the wine, hosts, and all necessary vessels used for Mass.
Questions? Contact Renae Luken at the St. Gabriel Parish Office
Questions? Contact Ron Miller at the St. John Parish Office.
Questions? Contact Brian Bisig at St. Michael Parish Office
Youth Choir
Our youth choirs offer a joyful and faith-filled environment for children to learn music, build friendships, and serve in worship. Each group is led by Safe-Parish trained adults, and we ask that all families contact the director before attending rehearsals to ensure proper supervision and child safety. Please do not drop off children without confirming that two trained adults will be present.
Choir
Grades
Rehearsal
Director
Interest Form
St. Gabriel
Grade 4 and Up
Wednesdays 6:30pm
Micaela Schmitz
See Below
St. Michael
Grades 3-8
Tuesdays 4:15pm
Brian Bisig
See Below
St. John
Grades 3-10
Wednesdays 5pm
Ron Miller
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If you’re a parent or guardian interested in enrolling your child in a youth choir, please complete this short form. For safety, we ask that this form only be completed by adults over the age of 18.
Adult Choir
Our adult choirs are open, welcoming spaces for anyone who enjoys singing—no experience or audition required! If you’re interested in singing with one of our adult choirs, we’d love to hear from you. Please reach out through our contact form below.
Choir
Age
Rehearsal
Director
Interest Form
St. Gabriel
9th Grade +
Wednesday 7pm
Micaela Schmitz
See Below
St. Gabriel Candlelight
9th Grade +
Fourth Tuesday*
Micaela Schmitz
See Below
St. Michael 9am
9th Grade +
Thursday 7:45pm
Brian Bisig
See Below
St. Michael 11:30am
9th Grade +
Monday 7:45pm
Brian Bisig
See Below
St. John
11th Grade +
TBD
Ron Miller
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​*The Candlelight Choir is a smaller ensemble that sings chant in both Latin and English. This group is ideal for those who can read music and are interested in exploring the beauty of traditional liturgical music. The Candlelight Choir rehearses only once a month, typically on the evening of the Mass (often the fourth Tuesday), and meets at St. Gabriel Church. Singers from across our family of parishes are welcome. We are limited to around 15 members due to space constraints. 
Cantors
​Cantors play a special role in leading our congregations in sung prayer. We are currently looking for new cantors at all churches in our parish family. Those interested will need to meet individually with a music director before being scheduled. If you're feeling called to this ministry, we’d love to include you.
St. John
St. Michael
St. Gabriel
Ron Miller
Brian Bisig
Micaela Schmitz
instrumentalists
​If you play an instrument and are comfortable reading music, there may be a place for you in one of our ensembles. Most of our groups are happy to include instrumentalists, but we do ask that you contact the director ahead of time so parts can be prepared and arrangements made for rehearsals. Our music directors can help you find the best fit.
St. John
St. Michael
St. Gabriel
Ron Miller
Brian Bisig
Micaela Schmitz
HANDBELL CHOIR
This group is open to experienced musicians, high school age or older, from any St. Carlo Acutis Family of Parishes member. Participants must have basic music reading and rhythm skills, as this group is not for beginners. A simply tryout will be required.
Interest Form
Director
Rehearsal
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Ron Miller
TBD
To express interest in any of the above groups, please complete the form below so we can follow up with you directly. If you’re interested on behalf of a child, please ensure the form is completed by an adult.
Thank you for considering a role in our parish’s music ministry. Whether you’re joining for the first time or returning after some time away, we are excited to welcome you into this vibrant and grace-filled ministry!

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