We had high hopes of beginning choir rehearsals at all three of our churches the first week of September, but the Delta variant has put a delay in our plans. Please watch for announcements about rehearsals as we monitor improvements in the transmission of the variant.
In the meantime, if you are interested in singing in a choir at one of our churches, please contact Jennifer Gorske, Director of Music Ministries: jgorske@stmarymagpgh.org .
As we wait for rehearsals to start, now would be a good time for singers to obtain or update their clearances. All singers over the age of 18 must have valid clearances through the Diocese to participate in choirs. Please email Melissa Viator mviator@stmarymagpgh.org to check on what updates you might need or to begin the process.
We are looking forward to the time that we can all sing and make music together again post Covid. Please stay tuned later this year for information regarding choirs and music at all three churches of the parish. We welcome you to become a part of St. Mary Magdalene Parish’s music ministry and to serve as a source of vibrant liturgical leadership for the Parish. Instrumentalists are also invited to participate.
St. Augustine stressed the importance of singing with heart and deed as well as voice. He was convinced that singing praises to the holy name of God was indispensable for personal faith and building up the congregation. The Gospel of Luke says, “For where your treasure is, there also will your heart be .”We hope to have you share your treasure of music with us soon!