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Eucharist
Saturday:
Sunday: 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m.
& 12:15 p.m.
Monday - Friday: 12:10 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.
No weekday 5:30 p.m. Mass from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Holy Days: Vigil 5:30 p.m.
Holy Day: 7:15 a.m. 12:10 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.
Lent: An additional 7:15 a.m. Mass is
celebrated Monday - Friday.
Reconciliation
Saturday: 12:40 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. or call to see one of the priests.
Miraculous Medal
Novena & Benediction Monday: 7:30 p.m.
Exposition of the
Blessed Sacrament Friday: 7:00 a.m. thru 7:00 p.m.
Baptism
Contact the Parish Secretary to make arrangements.
Marriages
Contact one of our priests.
Sick Calls
Contact Fr. Paddy, Fr. Jhon, or Parish Secretary.
For hospital visits and for Communion for the homebound,
Notre Dame of Mt. Carmel Church
75 Ridgedale Avenue, Cedar Knolls, New Jersey 07927
Parish Office: 973-538-1358 ♦ Fax: 973-538-7403 ♦ www.ndcarmel.com
Staff
Please see inside for a list of ministries and contact information.
Visit our website for further details!
Rev. Paddy O’Donovan, Pastor Ext. 101 / [email protected]
Rev. Jhon Madrid, Parochial Vicar Ext. 103 / [email protected]
Fr. Joseph Voltaggio, OSB, Weekend Mass Assistant/[email protected]
Deacon Al Fanelli, Baptismal Prep. (973) 428-8304 / [email protected]
Deacon Ron Forino, Pre-Cana Prep (973) 887–2963 / [email protected]
Deacon Joe Harris, Social Justice (973) 984-7913 /
Deacon Vic Lupi, (973) 538-4642 / [email protected]
Deacon Joe Quinn, Care of Sick (973) 476-8562 / [email protected]
Parish Trustees Joanne McHugh: (973) 428-1228 Will Fernandez: (973) 515-9039
Sacristan :[email protected]
Jean Pankow, Pastoral Associate Ext. 122 / [email protected]
Ext. 100 / [email protected]
Cristina Folan, Communications Ext. 105 /
Jim Keefe, Music Director Ext. 109 / [email protected]
Ivette Valori, Director Faith Formation
Diane Byrne, Faith Formation Coordinator PreK-5th,
Ext. 111 / [email protected]
Gavin Bozza, Director of Ministry to Youth Ext. 102 / [email protected]
Jenny Benitez, Ext. 106 / [email protected]
Jimmy Steiger, Facilities Manager Ext. 120
Pastoral Council President Dick White: (201) 280-8943
Finance Chair Michael Critchley: (973) 725-4665
Our Parish Vision Notre Dame of Mount Carmel is a Roman Catholic community of faith called
to be missionary disciples of Jesus Christ, for the purpose of bringing about the Kingdom.
Our Parish Mission Formed by the Word, fed at the Table, and inspired by the Holy Spirit, we INVITE,
WELCOME and GUIDE each other into relationship with Christ, to GO OUT and MAKE missionary disciples.
HOW DO WE TREAT THE MESSENGER?
Let’s not be too hasty in defining who is “the wicked one” and who (namely us) is just! We are very quick to label others as evil, because we tend to label ourselves as good guys. We don’t like it when we are brought up short by a prophe c voice that brings us some bad news about our own behavior. We don’t like to be reproached for transgressions of the law or charged with viola ons of our training.
We may condemn and abuse those who bring us up against these truths about ourselves when, if we were really good, we would thank them for helping to keep us on the right path. This is the way they treated the prophets and the way they treated Jesus. Is this also the way we treat those whose message we don’t like?
As summer into autumn slips,
O give me grace today To rise and turn
as summer's leaves Draw life and strength
from heavenly rays.
Mass Intentions
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2018: Weekday 12:10 Patronila D. Ferrer by her niece, Cleoty de Dios Valerie Torrisi by Vita Percon no‐Bonficello 5:00 Mary & Robert Johnson by their daughter Chris McLoughlin by Ann McLoughlin
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2018: 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:30 Jose Rodriguez by Helen Kyle Kevin Sheridan by Tim & Eileen Roper 9:00 George Adams by the Caivano Family Juan Conde by the Caivano Family 10:30 Deacon Dave Collins by Angela & Joe Ferraris Mary Weigh by Richard & Nina Kovacs 12:15 Stephanie Trincanello by SallyAnn & Frank Augello George Kobil by the Fave a Family
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2018: Weekday 12:10 Mary Weigh by Annie Loughlin Linda Fasano by her daughter 5:30 Valorie Torrisi by Vic & Nancy Lupi Theresa Viglione by Vic & Nancy Lupi
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2018: Weekday 12:10 Thomas Crawford by Frs. Paddy & Jhon Pilar Lotuaco by Luis & Cecilia Lotuaco 5:30 Kenneth Finn by Bob & Noelle Delaney Dolores Gross by Fr. Paddy
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2018: Weekday 12:10 Paul Tomaso by Flora & John Carman Billy Sjulin by Chris & Frank Scerbo 5:30 Frederica LoSapio by Ginny Weis Kevin Sheridan by John Denton
THURS., SEPTEMBER 27, 2018: St. Vincent de Paul 12:10 Tony McCarthy by the Harris Family Sean McNamee by the Harris Family 5:30 Michael Russoniello by Mary Pat Kelly Valorie Torrisi by Mary & Chet Kochan
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2018: Weekday 12:10 Edwin Kelsey by his wife & family Michael Scerbo by Chris & Frank Scerbo 5:30 Salvatore & Grace Vespa by their daughter & family Teresa Savio by Mary & Chet Kochan
SAT., SEPTEMBER 29, 2018: Sts. Michael, Gabriel & Raphael 12:10 Carmella Tortorelli by SallyAnn & Frank Augello Kevin Sheridan by Marge Collins 5:00 Connie Ruvo by Marlene & Jim Marilyn Reilly by Karen & Tom Coffey
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2018: 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:30 Dolores Gross by Eda & Mario Tieberi Bill Waller by Ray & Carol 9:00 Frank Konrad by the Muha Family Theresa Viglione by Carol & Mike Critchley 10:30 Mary Weigh by Paul Cocco Fr. Basil Wallace, OSB by Paul Cocco 12:15 Michael Guarino by Lori & John Monahan Craig Davidson
God’s Gift for Giving
Collection September 15 & 16, 2018: $17,094.97 Collection September 16 & 17, 2017: $16,129.88
TO EVERYTHING THERE IS A SEASON AND A TIME FOR EVERY PURPOSE UNDER HEAVEN …
… a time to be born
Noah Derek, son of Derek & Roxanne Gazal Colin Brian, son of Sean & Jennifer Bramhall
Joseph, son of Joseph & Toni-Marie Ficchi Miranda Grace, daughter of Joseph & Cynthia Greco
Valerie, daughter of Ronny & Marilyn Vargas
... a time to heal … Julie Amitrano, Vincent James Blenx, Dcn. Al Fanelli, Ronny Ferraiuolo. Rose Fladzinski, Michael Giglio, Lina Gerbino, Pat Guarino, Ray Harold, Carole Howell, Jodi Hendrickson, Bobbie Hernet, Marilyn Hudson, Mark Karney, Avery Kilby, Margy Kramer, Michael & Reid LoSapio, Bill McLellan, Pat Madden, Chase Thomas Muir, Susan Nicoll, Karen Davis O’Connor, Joyce Paulding, Nancy Perkalis, Lonnie Perryman, Tina Reilly, Teresa Roccanova, Russell Salon, Elisa Scarpino, George Scripture, Lorraine Steinsberger, Mary Synodis
... a time to die … a time of great joy
This Week...
Lamp Intentions
Mother of Compassion Lamp will burn for Carmella Tortorelli by SallyAnn & Frank Augello
Sanctuary Lamp will burn for Josephine Kuhlmann by Rosemarie & Michael Frank
St. Benedict Lamp will burn for Dolores Gross by Lore a & Vinny Viglione
Altar Linens: Maria Mangino
Our ALPHA Fall journey has begun! The team welcomed close to 50 par cipants for its first session on Sept. 12. Please con nue to pray for a frui ul experience for all!
For The Journey...
A t a recent parish mee ng, an older parishioner walked up to me and asked, “How Can We Get More Young
People To A end This Church?” I smiled and told her about our different ini a ves as a ministry, but made it clear that we needed more people to pull it off. I then took the opportunity to invite her to serve. Her response was, “I’m Too Old, Did You Know That I’m A Great‐Grandmother?”
I’m willing to bet that there are people in your pews that feel too old to serve the next genera on. I’m willing to be that there have been mes when you didn’t ask someone because they seemed too old. Unfortunately, I’ve been there too; however, I’ve also learned that some of my best volunteers are empty nesters, re rees, grandparents and even great‐grandparents. Many of your older church members are prime for serving because:
They have years of wisdom and pa ence built up
Teens some mes like their grandparents be er than their own parents
They have more margin and flexibility in their schedules
That’s not to say other age groups can’t help your ministry as well as older ones. We just have to remember that no one is too young or old to serve. If you aren’t sure how to approach older genera ons be sure to:
— Point out that they don’t have to be young to be relevant —
One of the big fears I hear from older church members is that they aren’t current with the latest trends and technology. I tell them what teens crave isn’t cultural relevancy, they just want to know they are valued. I make sure our volunteers know that our teens crave a en on, if we shower them that with God’s love, they’ll listen to our advice. When you li the myth of relevancy you take away a huge obstacle.
— Avoid stereotypes that might prevent you from unleashing their full poten al as leaders —
Don’t assume that because they are your grandparents’ age that they don’t know technology. Don’t assume that they won’t know how to connect with the teens. Don’t assume teens won’t like
W Y M S G O By Chistopher Wesley
them because they aren’t young, cool and hip.
We live in a world where everyone is trying to keep up with the trends. If an older person is a grandparent they’re probably familiar with technology because they want to connect with their kids. Most of them have computers, mobile devices and
understand the world around them is changing.
Plus, there are meless principles out there that they already know. Even if they cannot operate the so ware you need for check‐in, they are going to be able to s ll connect with kids through good old hospitality. Our assump ons create limits that will prevent us from really knowing someone’s poten al. All you have to do is ask.
— Remind them they s ll have a purpose —
There are a lot of people out there who believe that because they can no longer work or have physical limita ons due to age that they lack purpose. It’s a similar lie that our young people buy. People believe that because they are too young or too old that they lack significance and value.
If you remind an older person that they can s ll make a difference and impact their family they’ll invest themselves what you do. If they aren’t sure what their purpose is, just sit down with them, listen to their story and invite them to figure it out with you.
You are never too old to serve the next genera on. You are never too old to have purpose. Connect older and younger genera ons together so that you can see the church con nue to grow.
Christopher Wesley is the founder of Marathon Youth Ministry Inc, a consul ng company for youth ministers and churches. To learn
more visit h ps://marathonyouthministry.com
You are never too old to serve the next genera on. You are
never too old to have purpose. Connect older and younger gen-
era ons together so that you can see the church con nue to grow.
Missionary Discipleship...
F C P C M H C
NAMI Basics is a free six‐session course for parents/family caregivers of children and teens with emo onal, behavioral or mental health challenges. The course will be offered on Tuesday evenings, October 2 – November 6, 7:00‐9:30 p.m., at St. Francis Residen al Community and Conference Center in Denville. Advance registra on is required; call 973‐214‐0632 or 201‐532‐2267. The course covers A en on Deficit Disorder, Major Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Conduct Disorder, Opposi onal Defiant Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and Childhood Schizophrenia. Parents of children on the au sm spectrum may also find the course helpful. Course par cipants will gain empathy and insight into the emo onal experience of the child living with mental health, emo onal, or behavioral challenges. As caregivers, they will learn effec ve listening, communica on and problem‐solving skills. Acknowledgment of the stresses and strains on the family, including siblings, is an important component of the course. Treatment op ons are discussed, including how medica ons work and their pros and cons in the treatment of children. Families will learn how to find supports and services within the school system and community. To learn more about NAMI Morris, visit www.naminj.org/support/affiliates/morris.
Join us on a weekend retreat from daily life!
W ’ C XIX ~ A Spiritual & Social Experience ~
For women 25 yrs. old and older
"It was a me of peace and calm in my busy life, sharing thoughts
and feelings, connec ng with other women and renewing my
spiritual journey with God. It was one of the most spiritual experiences of my life. It
exceeded all my expecta ons!”
F E . S , O 19 20, 2018 Cornerstone provides par cipants an opportunity to
revitalize and deepen their spiritual lives. The retreat lasts approx. 26 hours, beginning on Friday evening at 6:30 PM, and ending with a Closing Liturgy on Saturday eve. at 5 PM. All par cipants are provided sleeping accommoda ons at
the parish, which helps ensure the spiritual con nuity of the experience for everyone involved.
For further details visit us at www.ndcarmel.com, or contact Beth Le zia (mrs [email protected] / 973‐699‐4427) or Denise Panyik‐Dale ([email protected] / 973–828‐5068).
Register online at www.ndcarmel.com There is a $50 dona on per par cipant
"Dear young people, the Church
depends on you! She needs your lively faith, your creative charity
and the energy of your hope. Your presence renews, rejuvenates
and gives new energy to the Church."
Pope Benedict XVI
For The Journey...
ROAD TO EMMAUS: A MEN’S RETREAT Presented by The Men’s Ministries of
Notre Dame of Mt. Carmel & Assumption Parishes
Friday eve. October 5 to Sunday Noon, October 7, 2018
At St. Mary’s Abbey Retreat Center, Morristown, NJ
This retreat is designed to build on the foundational work accomplished by Men’s Cornerstone, inviting participants to continue on their faith journey and deepen their relationship with God. It will offer perspectives drawn from sacred scripture, spiritual writings, our Catholic tradition, and the personal experiences of the presenters.
Register online at www.ndcarmel.com Retreat Fee: $195* (Includes retreat materials, meals &
sleeping accommoda ons). *Please do not allow financial concerns to prevent you
from attending this retreat. Please contact Paul Cocco at 973-271-2623 / [email protected] for discreet financial
assistance information.
For further details contact: Paul Cocco at 973-271-2623 / [email protected]
Dennis Bloshuk at 973-229-245 / [email protected]
Join us for an introduc on to the ministry, its leaders & the calendar of events!
Listen to a witness talk by Shirley and Jim Bergen. Enjoy refreshments & fellowship.
Whether you are married 5 months or 50 years, we have something for everyone! Come to learn more about The
Marriage Ministry and how it can help feed your marital soul!
Knights of Columbus Elizabeth Ann Seton Council #6904
SEMI‐ANNUAL JERRY MARTINO BLOOD DRIVE Saturday, October 6, 2018, 9am‐3pm
Our Lady of Mercy Parish Center, 90 Whippany Rd., Whippany
To make an appointment call Community Blood Services at 201‐251‐3703. Walk‐ins are also welcome. Please bring photo ID. All donors will receive free Health Screenings: cholesterol, blood pressure, pulse, iron, temp, and blood type. For more informa on, please contact Peter George at 862‐812 0835.
Can you do something
beautiful for God?
4O DAYS FOR LIFE: GIVE AN HOUR IN DEFENSE OF LIFE
973-933-2800 or 973-627-1654.
Sunday - September 23
Sunday Masses: 7:30am, 9am, 10:30am & 12:15pm Vision Homily/Nametag Weekend
9 am & 10:30 am Shepherd's Call
Monday - September 24
Daily Mass: 12:10 pm & 5:30 pm 10 am DR/SLT Webinar 7 pm Baptismal Prep. 7 pm Rosary/Novena 7:30 pm Men’s Cornerstone XIX Team Mtg. 7:30 pm Surviving Divorce: Hope & Healing Series
Tuesday - September 25
Daily Mass: 12:10 pm & 5:30 pm 7 pm ACTS: The Spread of the Kingdom series 7 pm Wedding Ministry 7 pm Centering Prayer 8:30 pm AA
Wednesday - September 26
Daily Mass: 12:10 pm & 5:30 pm 6:30 am MGD Group 9:30 am Moms & Tots 10 am DR/SLT Coaching Session 6:30 pm Alpha Fall 2018 7 pm Adult Choir Rehearsal
Thursday - September 27
Daily Mass: 12:10 pm & 5:30 pm 8:30 pm AA & Al-Anon
Friday - September 28
Daily Mass: 12:10 pm & 5:30 pm Adoration: 7am-7 pm
11 am Overeaters Anonymous 7 pm Marriage Ministry Kick-Off Event
Saturday - September 29
Daily Mass: 12:10 pm. Reconciliation: 12:40 pm Sunday Vigil Mass: 5 pm
8:45 am Pastoral Council 9 am Quilting Ministry
Sunday - September 30
Sunday Masses: 7:30am, 9am, 10:30am & 12:15pm (Antioch Team Commissioning)
9 am & 10:30 am Shepherd's Call 10 am Antioch Planning Mtg.
Dates to Remember
Ministries
Ed Newlands shares his gi of music at the first Alpha Winter 2018 session.
What joy to resume and
welcome back our seniors to the Anna
League Senior
Luncheon events!
Notre Dame of Mt. Carmel
Cedar Knolls, NJ
Are you seeking to go deeper into our Catholic faith?
Would you like to share your journey with others in a small group setting?
FALL DISCIPLESHIP GROUPS
Consider joining one of our “Discipleship Groups” this fall and join the company of
others as you explore a relevant and enlightening topic.
The themes are varied and our group leaders are ready to welcome you!
See reverse side for a list of group options,
including descriptions and session dates/times.
Please note there is a registration donation of $25 in order to cover participant materials (unless
noted within the group description on the reverse side of this flyer). You may bring a check to
our parish office, or drop in the collection basket. Please make your check payable to Notre
Dame of Mt. Carmel and note “Fall Discipleship” in the memo section of the check.
If you have any questions, please contact
Jean Pankow at [email protected] / 973-538-1358, ext. 122.
Over please…
Register online at www.ndcarmel.com
If you don’t have online access, please contact
our parish office at 973-538-1358, ext. 100.
Registration closes Monday, September 8.
FALL DISCIPLESHIP GROUPS
A BIBLICAL WALK WITH THE BLESSED MOTHER - Participants in this journey will experience
an extraordinary pilgrimage through Mary’s life and learn why she is an essential part of our faith.
This study introduces the Blessed Mother on a personal level, showing how scripture, history and
Jewish culture reveal the sorrows, anxieties and joys Mary would have felt during her life on
earth. $25 donation per participant.
8 sessions, Wednesdays, 10:30 AM – Noon, October 17 through December 5.
Led by Joanne McHugh
UNLOCKING THE MYSTERY OF THE BIBLE - This series provides the easiest way to
understand the Bible, making the complex simple. Participants will discover the remarkable
connections between the Old and New Testaments, and will come to understand how the
Bible can relate to their everyday lives. $25 donation per participant.
8 sessions, Thursdays, 7:30-9:00 PM, October 18 through December 20
Led by Bob Waters
BIBLE STORIES AND GREAT WORKS OF ART - Those on this journey will visit
museums and churches around the world and explore their treasures. Expert narrators
describe the spiritual and artistic content of many great works of art based on the
Bible, with time allotted for discussion. Having been offered in past years, this series
is always enlightening and popular! No donation necessary.
5 sessions, Mondays, 7:30-9:00 PM, October 22 through November 19
Led by Carl Schlotfeldt
“THE MASS” WITH BISHOP ROBERT BARRON - Accompanied by Bishop
Barron in a walk through the Mass, participants will be transformed through
an intimate encounter with Jesus Christ. This study will show how the Mass
brings us out of the fallen world into the heavenly realm and will help
participants to fully, consciously and actively participate in liturgy.
$25 donation per participant.
7 sessions, Tuesdays, 7:00-8:30 PM, October 16 through November 27
Led by Deacon Ron Forino
FINDING CHRIST IN YOUR MARRIAGE - If you want to explore marriage, the natural place to begin
is the bible. We will use scripture to learn about marriage and how to live it out successfully
according to God’s purpose. Bible passages, historical context and interpretation, and questions for
reflection will be our guide as we ponder marriage in the light of Christ. Limited to 9 couples.
$25 donation per couple.
6 sessions, Thursday, Oct. 18 and Fridays Oct. 26, Nov. 2, 16, 30; Dec. 7.
Led by Eric & Debby Kispert (to be held at the Kispert home).
Notre Dame of Mt. Carmel
Cedar Knolls, NJ
Faith Companions for Children
Leaders for Children’s Liturgy of the Word - Lead the children in a fun, theatrical type session following a pre-written program. Skills: Love elementary age children, lively/animated personality and love to perform. When: During 10:30am Mass. Frequency: Bi-monthly, October thru June
Assistants for Children’s Liturgy of the Word - Assist with name tags, ushering children to and from their session room, and assisting children with any planned activities during the session. Skills: Love elementary age children, ability to manage and direct this age group When: 9:00am Mass or 10:30am Mass Frequency: Bi-monthly, October thru June
Assistants for Family Faith Session - Assistance implementing pre-planned sessions with adults and/or children which includes setup and take down. Skills: Flexible, personable, ability to follow directions
When: Usually following the 9am Mass Frequency: Monthly, October thru June
Leaders for 1st Holy Communion Children - Plan and implement a faith based lesson for children preparing for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and First Holy Communion. Skills: ability to teach young children, a basic understanding of church teachings When: Sundays, following 9am Mass Frequency: Bi-monthly, November thru April
Assistants for 1st Holy Communion Children - Assist Faith Leaders and children with all prep. & classroom activities. Skills: Love elementary age children When: Sundays, following 9am Mass Frequency: Bi-monthly, November thru April
Faith Companions for Infants & Toddlers Child Caregivers for 1st Holy Communion Program - Provide childcare for siblings (young elementary age, toddlers, infants) of 1st Holy Communion families. Skills: Love children and comfortable caring for them. When: Sundays, following 9am Mass Frequency: Bi-monthly, November thru April
Shepherd’s Call Faith Leaders & Assistants – Provide childcare for infants and toddlers. Skills: Love children and comfortable caring for them.
When: During 9am or 10:30am Masses. Scheduled once or twice per month depending on availability.
Child Caregivers for Young Families w/ Infants & Toddlers - Provide childcare while parents attend occasional events or session series geared to support them in their marriages, parenting, and/or spiritual journeys. Skills: Love infants/toddlers and comfortable caring for them When: based on specific event scheduling. Serve as your schedule permits.
If you’re not presently serving in parish ministry, your gifts are needed in the most significant
initiative undertaken since we began our journey of renewal. The commitment is not
burdensome and we are not seeking “catechists” – only faith companions.
Become a part of the most exciting journey of the year by saying YES to one of the
opportunities listed below.
Over please…
Faith Companions for Preteens & Teens Assistants for Middle Schoolers - Assist Faith Leaders in leading middle schoolers in small groups. Skills: Comfortable interacting with middle schoolers When: Tuesdays, 7pm – 8:30pm Frequency: Monthly, October thru June
Hall Monitors - Supervise middle schoolers in the halls and make phone calls to parents as needed. Skills: Authoritative and comfortable interacting with middle schoolers When: Tuesdays, 7pm – 8:30pm Frequency: Monthly, October thru June
Small Group Facilitators for 9th Graders - Facilitate faith discussions with teens in a small group using pre-scripted questions. Skills: Enjoy interacting with teens and engaging them in a conversation. When: Sundays, 5pm – 6:30Ppm Frequency: Bi-monthly, October thru May
Small Group Assistants for 9th Graders - Assist facilitator in discussions with teens in a small group using pre-scripted questions. Skills: Enjoy interacting with teens and engaging them in a conversation. When: Sundays, 5pm – 6:30pm Frequency: Bi-monthly, October thru May
Small Group Facilitators for Confirmation Teens - Facilitate faith discussions with teens in a small group using pre-scripted questions. Skills: Enjoy interacting with teens and engaging them in a conversation. When: Sundays, 7pm – 8:30pm Frequency: Bi-monthly, October thru May
Small Group Assistants for Confirmation Teens - Assist facilitator in discussions with teens in a small group using pre-scripted questions. Skills: Enjoy interacting with teens and engaging them in a conversation. When: Sundays, 7pm – 7:30pm Frequency: Bi-monthly, October thru May
Faith Companions for Parents Small Group Facilitators for 1st Holy Communion Parents - Facilitate faith discussions with parents in a small group using pre-scripted questions. Skills: solid understanding of church teachings as it relates to the Sacrament and love to share faith. When: Sundays, following 9am Mass Frequency: Bi-monthly, November thru April
Assistants for Middle School Parent Session - Assist session leader with setup/cleanup and hospitality Skills: Flexible, personable, enjoy working with a team When: Tuesdays, 7pm – 8:30pm Frequency: Monthly, October thru June
Leaders for Alpha Youth Parent Session - Lead parent sessions using program course materials Skills: Ability to lead a large group session of adults When: Sundays, 5pm - 6:30pm Frequency: Bi - monthly, October thru May
Assistants for Alpha Youth Parent Session - Assist session leader with setup/cleanup and hospitality. Skills: Flexible, personable, enjoy working with a team When: Sundays, 5pm – 6:30pm Frequency: Bi-monthly, October thru May
Small Group Facilitators for Confirmation Parents - Facilitate faith discussions with parents in a small group using pre-scripted questions. Skills: Love to share faith; solid understanding of church teachings as it relates to the Sacrament. When: Sundays, 7pm – 8:30pm Frequency: Bi-monthly, October thru May
Be a part of welcoming our families – children and their parents – into the life of the church and the light of Christ!
Contact our Faith Formation office at [email protected] or call 973-538-1358, ext. 121.
