Part-time Organist for Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Springfield, TN

Job Role

Part-time organist for Catholic music liturgy Saturday 5 p.m. Masses fulfilling Sunday obligation. Additional opportunities are available for organist at English Mass Catholic liturgy on Holy Days of Obligation, feast days, funerals and weddings. Instrument is a Rodgers digital electronic organ.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Playing the musical portions of the Catholic mass parts and hymns and accompanying vocalists and choir(s)
• Cantor psalms, alleluia, special music and leading the worshiping congregation in mass parts and hymns.
• Ability to work with and collaborate with parish staff, professional and volunteer musicians and colleague accompanists.
• Prepare for and rehearse selected mass hymns, mass parts, special music and with other vocalists and musicians as needed for effective liturgy celebration.
• Prepare additional music appropriate to Catholic liturgy and repertoire.
• Notify church leader in advance of absence and arrange for substitutes during times of absence.
• Models Catholic pastoral ministry and worship.

Minimal Qualifications

Education, Training, Abilities and Experience:

• Post high school education and/or musical training
• Sound musical knowledge
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience as organist preferred
• Competent in communications, interpersonal and relationship “people” skills
• Knowledgeable of Catholic liturgical practices
• Computer and mobile device competent (e.g. Microsoft Office, Internet Browser)

Physical Demands:

• Ability to walk up and down stairs, balance and kneel
• Lifting, pushing or pulling required of objects up to 10 pounds.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands, arms and legs

Interested applicants should email a resume, cover letter and salary history to Rev. Anthony Lopez at ollsmchurch@gmail.com. References encouraged.

Interview will include phone interview, and in-person vocal and organ audition.