Music Ministry:
SHARING TALENTS TO BRING OUR FAITH COMMUNITY CLOSER TO CHRIST
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ot only does our Little Falls Catholic Community share the members of our Music Ministry among Our Lady of Lourdes, St. Mary’s, and Holy Family churches, but the ministry members themselves also share their time, talent, and treasure to help bring us closer to Christ during the Liturgy. There are small groups, cantors, and occasionally a choir to participate in. “We hope we can have seasonal choirs starting, now that we can sing together again,” says Judy Smith, who serves as Liturgy Coordinator at St. Mary’s and takes care of scheduling for Our Lady of Lourdes. “A lot of members move back and forth between churches, and share their talent with all three parishes in the tri-parish.” Any parishioner interested in music is welcome to join the ministry, especially if he or she has musical knowledge or experience. “We welcome anyone who wants to share his or her talents to give glory to God,” Judy says. Music Ministry members have found that as they are sharing their talent, they also are growing in their faith as they participate in Mass. “I think as musicians we’re more engaged in Mass,” Judy says. “The words of most songs are scriptural, and I think even with that, you’re constantly learning. You hear things differently and things click from the readings. Music ties it all together for us, the readings and the music.” There is no doubt that the Music Ministry members embrace stewardship. They offer us a prime example of stepping forward in support of our church. continued on back cover
(From left) Music Ministry members Darlene Brand, Greg Brand, Don Goligowski, Ron Miller, Deb Collis, Madelyn VanRisseghem, Clair VanRisseghem and (front) Maria Waytashek
Members of our Little Falls Catholic Community Music Ministry are looking forward to gathering in larger numbers. This group includes (from left) Gene Retka, Michael Retka, John Lauer, Alice Middendorf, Monique Sobania and Zachary Sobania.
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