Music Ministry

“A song does not exist until it is sung, or re-created, by a human voice. Every incarnation is different, and no one sound is the only right one. This is a paradox. A page of music seems to present a finished product, yet it contains no sound. (Hold it up to your ear: Can you hear it?) The song doesn’t live until it comes off of the page and resumes its natural state as sound. The page can no more substitute for living sound than a recipe can for edible food.”
-Alice Parker

Music is a ministry that serves the Community of Holy Cross when we gather in prayer. If you feel called to participate in this ministry, we will help you discern where you might serve best within our Parish Music Program. God has given you certain talents and if you have been gifted with a musical ability the next questions would be: “What do I get involved in, and what is the time commitment?”

We have established a network of communication at Holy Cross Parish and all of the ministry groups are represented on a Commission, as well as Parish Council.

If you are interested in becoming involved in the music ministry of the Parish there are several people you will be referred to by calling the Pastoral Center at 847.945.0430 and mentioning the area of music you are interested in. Our Hope is that your schedule and musical talent will join together with others and enhance our Liturgies.

• Adult Contemporary Choir: Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass
• Youth Choir: Sings at various times throughout the Liturgical Year. Choir camp is required before joining the group.
• Cantors: Experienced vocalists who possess musical training
• Instrumentalists: Experienced adult instrumentalists - strings, reeds, brass, keyboard Youth with several years experience to accompany Youth Choir