Sacrosanctum Concilium states that Sacred Music “adds delight to prayer, fosters unity of minds, [and] confers greater solemnity upon the sacred rites”. At Sacred Heart, we are dedicated to cultivating a Sacred Music program that is worthy of the Sacrifice of the Mass.
St. Cecilia and Sait Gregory the Great, pray for us.
St. Gregory Adult Choir
The St. Gregory Choir is the principal liturgical choir serving both Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Elk Rapids and Christ the King Catholic Church in Acme. This combined ensemble provides music for the 9:30am Mass at Sacred Heart and the 11:00am Mass at Christ the King on alternating weekends throughout the year, as well as for Solemnities , Holy Days of Obligation, and other speical liturgies.
The choir repertoire reflects the rich musical traditionof the Cathollic Church, encompassing Gregorian chant, Renaissance and Baroque polyphony, classical and contemporary sacred choral works, and carefully selected hymnody. Music literacy, liturgical formation, Church music history, and Christian fellowship are woven into every rehersal, helping members grwo not only as musicians, but also as disciples of Christ.
Reharsals are held each Wednesday evening from 6:30pm to 8:00pm, with an additional rehearsal beginning one hour before each Mass. The St. Gregory Chorale is open to adults and young people 15 years of age and older from both parishes. A pleasant singing voice and the ability to match pitch are essential. There are no auditions.
Through prayerful preparation and revernt music, the St. Gregory Chorale seeks to lead the faithful more deeply into the Sacred Liturgy, giving glory to God and supporting the sung prayer of the Church.
St. Gregory Choir Rehearsals:
Wednesdays:
6:30PM – Choir Room
Sundays:
8:30AM – Choir Loft
9:30AM – Mass
St. Cecilia Children’s Choir
The St. Cecilia Children’s Choir is open to children and young people ages 7 to 14 who have a desire to sing and to participate more fully in the liturgy. The choir sings at one Mass each month, as well as at seleect Solemnities and special liturgies throughout the year.
Rehearsals integrate music theory, healthy vocal technique, and liturgical formation, helping young singers grow both musically and spiritually. Participants do not need to read music or have any prior musical training. There are no auditions – ony a willingness to learn, sing, and serve. Rehearsals are helpo on most Wednesdaysthroughout the year at 5:30pm.
Through the beauty of sacred music, children learn that their voices are a “gift” from God and that by offering those gifts in worship, they become active participants in the Church’s prayer. The St. Cecilia Children’s Choir nurtures a lifelong love of the Mass, sacred music, and joyful serivec to God.
St. Cecilia Choir Rehearsals:
Wednesdays:
5:00PM – Choir Room
Sundays when Choir sings:
8:30AM – Choir Loft
Contact our Director of Music and Ministries, Wes Moulton, at wmoulton@sacredheartelkrapids.org or 520-358-2400 for more information.