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Cantor

St Louis, MO, US, 63125-2316

The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area.  Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

Job Summary

The Part-Time Cantor at St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church supports the parish’s liturgical life by leading congregational singing and proclaiming sung prayer during worship services. This part-time role works collaboratively with the Organist, clergy, and liturgy staff to enhance the prayer experience through music that reflects the traditions of the Roman Catholic Church.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead congregational singing during assigned weekend Masses, holy days, funerals, weddings, and other liturgical celebrations as scheduled.
• Proclaim psalms, Gospel acclamations, and other sung liturgical texts clearly and confidently.
• Collaborate with the Organist and liturgy staff to prepare and plan music selections appropriate to the liturgical calendar.
• Attend rehearsals as needed to ensure musical preparedness and coordination.
• Model appropriate liturgical presence, reverence, and professionalism during worship services.
• Support active participation of the congregation through confident leadership and clear vocal delivery.
• Follow parish policies, diocesan liturgical norms, and scheduling expectations.
• Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and a respectful demeanor consistent with the mission of the parish.

Qualifications

• Strong singing voice with the ability to cantor solo and lead congregational music.
• Ability to read music and sing from hymnals, psalters, or other liturgical resources.
• Familiarity with Catholic liturgy and sacred music traditions (preferred).
• Prior experience as a cantor or liturgical musician (preferred).
• Strong collaboration, communication skills, and dependability.
• Commitment to supporting the worship life and mission of St. Mark Catholic Church.

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.  
 
Pre-Employment Screening 
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.