Liturgy and music intern - apprenticeship program

Prerequisites for Candidacy

          ·      Candidate must be a baptized/fully initiated member of the Catholic Church, living in in good standing.

          ·      Candidate must have basic sight reading and improvisational skills in keyboard (Organ/Piano).

          ·      Candidate must demonstrate a sense of commitment in the following areas (as mutually agreed upon by Candidate and Instructor):

                    o Attend rehearsals (choir, etc. when necessary)

                    o Attend training sessions (which may include spiritual formation, academic classes, workshops, office projects, other rehearsals, etc.)

                    o Attend assigned Masses/Services

Application Process and Acceptance

The Candidate will be required to submit the following materials to be considered for the program.

          ·      Completed and signed application (signed by legal guardian if under 18 years of age.)

          ·      Letter of introduction, interest, and intent.

          ·      Letter of recommendation from their educational Institution (if currently attending school)

          ·      Letter of recommendation from the Pastor (or other qualified staff member) of the parish currently attended.

          ·      Once materials are submitted for consideration, the Candidate may be contacted for a personal interview and audition. Auditions will be

                       personalized. Criteria for the audition will be determined after admission materials have been received and reviewed, based upon the

                       Candidate’s prior musical training, education, and experience. 

           ·      If the Candidate is accepted into the program, they will be notified by phone or mail. At this point, curriculum, schedules, and hands-on

                       training will be discussed and agreed upon in more specific terms based upon their individual needs (strengths and deficiencies).