Liturgical Studies Grant

        The purpose of this grant is:

• To encourage professional development among pastoral musicians in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and the surrounding dioceses.
• To elevate the quality of liturgical music by encouraging a deeper understanding of the role of music within the various parts of Liturgy.
• To inspire people already excelling in various areas of music ministry to expand their knowledge of Liturgy and sacred rites.
• To increase the number of well qualified liturgical musicians by encouraging highly skilled musicians from other fields of music to study Liturgy and sacred rites.

        Applicants for this grant should be:

• A member of (or sponsored by a member of) the Association of Church Musicians in Philadelphia or the National Association of Pastoral Musicians. Preference will be given to applicants who are members of both organizations.
• An active pastoral musician or should demonstrate a desire to become an active pastoral musician.
• At least 16 years of age or have completed two years of high school.

        Funds from this grant can be used toward:

• Tuition for non-matriculated or matriculated classes at a Catholic college, seminary, or university.
• Costs associated with attendance at a workshop, conference or institute on the Liturgy approved by ACMP.
• Costs associated with any liturgical formation program requested by the applicant and approved by ACMP.

        To apply for this grant:

• Complete the online ACMP/NPM PHILADELPHIA CHAPTER GRANTS APPLICATION or Download  and complete ACMP/NPM PHILADELPHIA CHAPTER GRANTS APPLICATION 
• As part of the application, you will be asked to provide an explanation of why you would like to receive this award and how concepts learned will be applied to your current or anticipated role in liturgical music ministry.
• Submit a Letter of Recommendation from your Director of Music. You can upload a recommendation file as part of the online application or you can ask your Director of Music to mail or email the letter on your behalf.

        Please note:

• The amount awarded will depend upon the availability of funds and the chosen area of study.
• People applying for a grant or scholarship do not have to demonstrate monetary need, however, priority will be given to applicants with a proven financial hardship.
• Grant applications will be reviewed quarterly.