St. John Paul II Scioto Catholic Parish Chant Camp 2026
Led by Mr. Patrick Torsell, Director of Sacred Music
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The 2026 St. John Paul II Scioto Catholic Parish 2-day Chant Camp will immerse young people (ages 6-18) in the beautiful music of the Catholic Church. Campers will learn foundational singing techniques, explore liturgical catechesis, and learn some of the Church's beautiful chants and hymns. There will be two camp tracks: one for younger children ages 6-11, and one for youth ages 12-18 to provide age-appropriate instruction. Campers will conclude the event by singing for the 5:30pm Mass at St. Mary's on Friday, 8/7. Lunch and snacks will be provided both days, and there will be various games and recreational opportunities during breaks.
Who: Children and youth ages 6-18 from St. John Paul II or other nearby parishes who want to learn about music & liturgy, sing together, and enjoy wholesome Catholic fellowship
What: 2-Day "Chant Camp" immersing campers in Catholic music
Where: St. Mary Activity Center, 514 Market St., Portsmouth, OH
When: Thursday, 8/6 (9am-4pm) and Friday, 8/7 (9am-after 5:30pm Mass)
Why: Beauty is one of the primary means by which souls encounter God, and music does this in a potent way. This camp will help the campers better understand music and liturgy, and give them the chance to put it into practice. They may also discover a genuine love for choral singing, and help populate parish choirs in the future, sharing the gift of beautiful sacred music with others.
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How much? Registration fee for the first child in a family is $35. Each additional child in the family can be registered at a discounted rate of $20. The registration fees will help offset costs associated with the event, such as food and drink.
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Contact ptorsell@sciotocatholic.org with any questions.
Note: we don't want the registration fee to preclude any children from participation. If the registration fee presents a difficulty for your family, please reach out!