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Tyler Andreae

Minneapolis

Summary

Liturgical leader with extensive experience in directing music and liturgy programs, volunteer management, and sacred arts coordination. Skilled in executing large-scale liturgical celebrations, training volunteers, and integrating artistic elements into worship. Experienced in project management, event coordination, and collaborating with clergy, staff, and parish communities.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Associate Director of Liturgy

Basilica of Saint Mary
05.2025 - Current

Assist all liturgical planning, execution, and volunteer coordination for the Basilica.
Manage and train over 250 liturgical ministers, including Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Lectors, Ushers, and Acolytes.
In collaboration with Director of Liturgy, plan and implement seasonal liturgical environment changes, working with artists and volunteers to enhance and transition worship spaces.
Manage budgets, coordinate resources, and work with vendors for liturgical needs.

Director of Liturgy & Music

Church of Saint Paul
05.2023 - 05.2025
  • Oversee all liturgical planning, execution, and volunteer coordination for the parish
  • Develop the contemporary music program, recruiting and auditioning new musicians, improving musical quality, and fostering a prayerful and cohesive ensemble for worship
  • Manage and train over 200 liturgical ministers, including Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Lectors, Ushers, Acolytes, and Liturgical Movement
  • Direct and implement seasonal liturgical environment changes, working with artists and volunteers to enhance and transition worship spaces
  • Collaborate with clergy and team members to plan major liturgical events, including Holy Week, Christmas, and special diocesan celebrations, overseeing installations, processions, and visual elements of prayer
  • Manage budgets and maintain all musical resources

Director of Liturgy & Music

St. Mary Parish
09.2020 - 05.2023
  • Served as principal organist and pianist, ensuring music complemented the liturgical environment
  • Recruited, trained, and directed musicians while fostering a culture where music and sacred arts enhanced worship
  • Managed the planning and execution of sacramental celebrations, including weddings, funerals, and baptisms
  • Developed seasonal sacred arts initiatives, working with artists and volunteers to enrich the devotional and aesthetic experience
  • Oversaw liturgical budgets, ensuring funds were allocated for sacred art and musical resources

Education

Bachelor of Science - Music, Minor Completed

University of Wisconsin
Eau Claire
09.2020 - 12.2026

Skills

  • Expertise in Catholic liturgy
  • Volunteer recruitment and training
  • Event coordination
  • Strong administrative skills
  • Team-building skills
  • Sacred arts development
  • Project management

Accomplishments

  • Led the design and installation of new sanctuary furniture as part of a major renovation project.
  • Implemented theatrical lighting to enhance the worship atmosphere and visual experience.
  • Expanded the parish sacred arts program, designing and creating new banners and displays to enrich the liturgical space.

Certification

Liturgical Institute Almnus, Huntington, NY

Timeline

Associate Director of Liturgy

Basilica of Saint Mary
05.2025 - Current

Director of Liturgy & Music

Church of Saint Paul
05.2023 - 05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Music, Minor Completed

University of Wisconsin
09.2020 - 12.2026

Director of Liturgy & Music

St. Mary Parish
09.2020 - 05.2023
Tyler Andreae