Mark Haas – Director Of Music
Mark Haas is a composer and speaker dedicated to promoting sacred music within the Catholic tradition. His liturgical works have been sung in more than 600 parishes across 10 countries and have been featured at significant moments in the life of the Church, including episcopal ordinations and church dedications. In 2025, he led the Ave Maria Parish Choir to Washington, DC, where they were invited to sing at the White House as part of the First Lady’s Open House Holiday Series, a rare honor recognizing excellence in sacred choral music.
In 2016, his original choral work Prayer of St. Francis was sung during Mass at the Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi in Assisi, linking his music to one of the most beloved saints and pilgrimage sites in the world. He currently serves as Director of Music at Ave Maria Parish in Ave Maria, Florida, where he lives with his wife, Renae, and their seven children, continuing his mission of fostering beauty, reverence, and transcendence through sacred music.
Perform in one of the world’s most iconic churches during Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica, under the direction of renowned composer Mariano Garau. This extraordinary opportunity places your choir at the spiritual center of the Catholic Church.
Trip Overview
Featuring World-Renowned Italian Composer Mariano Garau
Experience a once-in-a-lifetime sacred journey through Italy, specially curated for choirs to celebrate the Jubilee Year of Saint Francis of Assisi. This extraordinary pilgrimage blends faith, music, and culture—offering unforgettable opportunities to perform in some of the most revered churches in the world.
Featured Performance Venues
- Assisi – Mass at the Lower Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi (Self-led by choir musicians)
- Rome – Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica (Conducted by Mariano Garau)
