Wyckoff, NJ 07481 MINISTRY GUIDEBOOK WELCOME ST. ELIZABETH S Welcome to Saint PARISH Elizabeth s COMMUNITY Parish. We hope that our Ministry Guidebook provides you with the information you need to know about our Community and to become an active part of it.
ST. ELIZABETH S PARISH COMMUNITY WYCKOFF, NEW JERSEY St. Elizabeth How could I bear a crown of gold when the Lord bears a crown of thorns? And bears it for me! St. Elizabeth of Hungary MINISTRY GUIDEBOOK & PASTORAL ACTIVITIES JANUARY 2018 2
ST. ELIZABETH OF HUNGARY ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH MISSION STATEMENT We the people of St. Elizabeth s, with the guidance of the Holy Spirit, accept our call to be a loving, vibrant, Roman Catholic community dedicated to being supportive, helping, and caring to all people. As the family of St. Elizabeth s we are committed to share our talents and resources wherever needed and to create an environment of evangelization where all are valued and all can grow through the Gospel message of Jesus Christ. Parish Office 700 Wyckoff Avenue Wyckoff, NJ 07481 Phone: (201) 891-1122 Fax: (201) 891-3708 Office Hours Sunday Closed Monday thru Thursday 9 am 5:30 pm Fridays 9am 5:00pm Saturday 9 am 1 pm Check for summer and holiday hours Website: www.saintelizabeths.org 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS MINISTRIES Evangelization: Catechesis and Spiritual Development.............. 5 Support for Worship:.............................. 9 Stewardship: Administration and Maintenance.................... 12 Social Concerns: Family, Christian Support, and Outreach............. 15 Building Community: Ministries and Societies............................ 18 Youth and Young Adult: BOLD and BOLD Middle...........................21 4
MINISTRY OF EVANGELIZATION Catechesis and Spiritual Development Adult Faith Formation (FaithFusion) It is a dynamic faith formation program for men and women to connect into the richness of our Roman Catholic Christian Faith and the members of the St. Elizabeth s Parish family. Come, build on the foundations and cornerstones of your faith with this opportunity for all adults. FaithFusion offers a Faithful Readers book club, Christ Life Programs, Bible studies, Men s & Women s Cornerstone retreats, Women s Annual Retreat weekend, Parish Mission, Walking with Christ speaker series, movie nights & more. Get connected! Look in the bulletin for upcoming opportunities to get connected. Jonathan Camiolo JCamiolo@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-3262 x 225 Deacon Andrew Saunders Deaconandy@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 211 Baptism Ministry To welcome our newborn members into the parish family, this ministry provides outreach and preparation to parents who bring their babies to St. Elizabeth s for baptism. Deacon Andrew Saunders Deaconandy@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 211 Bible Study For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any two edged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart. (Hebrews 4:12) Study bible group is a good way to discover, mediate and live God s word address to all. Jonathan Camiolo JCamiolo@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-3262 x 225 Deacon Andrew Saunders Deaconandy@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 211 ChristLife Program (Discovering Christ, Following Christ & Sharing Christ) Seven session series where we gather to share a delicious dinner, listen to a dynamic teaching, and explore answers to some of the most important questions worth asking about God and finding ultimate purpose in life. Jean Gaviglio StElizabethDC@gmail.com 201-264-2861 5
Cornerstone Team - Men s and Women s This is an opportunity for all men and women of St. Elizabeth s to grow spiritually in our parish community. Hosted by a core team of past participants on site at our church facility, the separate men s and women s weekends give candidates an intense faith experience through talks, small group discussions, and quiet reflective time. The Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Eucharist are celebrated as part of the weekend. Men s - Fr. Vincent D'Agostino FrVincent@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 209 Women s Cathy Ingrasci cgingrasci@gmail.com or Laurie Kocher DJKLJK@verizon.net Cornerstone Website: https://www.stelizabethcornerstone.org/ Overnight Eucharistic Adoration Exposition of the Blessed Eucharist every second Friday of the month from 7pm until Benediction before the Saturday 9am Mass. Scheduling: Pat Khanjian PatK@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-3262 x 226 Office of Faith Formation (CCD) Catechesis is the act of handing on the Word of God intended to inform the faith community and candidates for initiation into the Church about the teachings of Christ. Catechesis is offered in grades K though 9. Director of Religious Education Jonathan Camiolo JCamiolo@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-3262 x 225 K-6 Catechesis Pat Khanjian PatK@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-3262 x 226 Grade 7-8 and Confirmation Catechesis Alexis Fuentes stelizabeth@boldym.com 201-639-4636 Registrar and Sacramental Administrator Debbie Gaertner DGaertner@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-3262 x 228 Prayer Chain The prayer chain is a list of people in need of prayers for their health or other special intentions. Once a month the Prayer Chain is mailed to parishioners who will pray for these people and their intentions. If you would like to join the prayer chain or have someone or an intention put on the Prayer Chain contact: Lisa Tota Lisa@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 200 6
Pre-Cana Married couples who are willing to share the joys and struggles of Catholic married life are invited to join the Pre-Cana team. This program is for engaged couples who are preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage at St. Elizabeth s or other diocesan parishes. Workshops are given twice a year: in the fall and spring on Sunday from 8:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. at St. Elizabeth s. Teams of experienced, married couples discuss topics such as family life, communication, decision-making, spirituality and financial planning and facilitate small group discussions. Fr. Vincent D'Agostino FrVincent@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 209 Jonathan Camiolo JCamiolo@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-3262 x 225 Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Team (RCIA) The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) brings men and women into Full Communion with the Catholic Church. Provides instructions for adult s preparation for Baptism, Confirmation and First Communion. If anyone is interested in completing their Sacraments of Initiation or joining the Catholic Church, this ministry provides the time to inquire, learn and prepare. Jonathan Camiolo JCamiolo@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-3262 x 225 Fr. Vincent D'Agostino FrVincent@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 209 Scripture Sharing This informal small group meets on Tuesday mornings from September to May in the St. Francis Room of the Parish Center. You re encouraged to share your thoughts and opinions with respect to our Sunday readings. Various sources are employed, including guided imaging. Different material is used each week, so you won t feel lost if you are not able to attend every session. All are welcome. Ronnie Gringeri 201-891-5560 Vacation Bible Camp Vacation Bible Camp is a week-long morning program for kids in 1st through 5th grade, that runs during the last week of June each year. Program theme is supported by interactive activities which include skits, videos, crafts, games and snacks. This is a unique camp experience where kids learn stories and verses through song, prayer and FUN, FUN, FUN!!! Parents and teen volunteers are a vital and an integral part of the program. Pat Khanjian PatK@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-3262 x 226 Jonathan Camiolo JCamiolo@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-3262 x 225 7
Walking with Christ Throughout the year, the Walking with Christ team offers opportunities to hear wonderful speakers on various topics that inspire our lives as disciples of Jesus. These nights give an opportunity to meet other parishioners, ask questions, discuss thought provoking questions, and pray together. Jean Gaviglio StElizabethDC@gmail.com 201-264-2861 Deacon Andrew Saunders Deaconandy@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 211 8
MINISTRY SUPPORT FOR WORSHIP Altar Servers Boys and girls of our parish, 3 rd grade through 12 th grade are invited to participate in the Liturgy in a meaningful way as altar servers. All that s required is a desire to share actively in the Mass, a commitment to the rotating assignments and an openness to grow spiritually. Training is provided. Ryan LaDuca Johnladuca249@aol.com 201-240-8279 Art and Environment This ministry plans and prepares the Liturgical Environment to aid and enhance our prayer during the times of Advent, Christmas, Easter, Pentecost, and Ordinary Time. Keri Rigoli jrigs67@aol.com 201-819-2750 Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Ministers are invited to assist the celebrant in the distribution of the Eucharist at weekend, daily and holy day Masses. Ministers also visit the sick and bring them the Eucharist. Ann Townley aotjwt@gmail.com 201-848-0599 Gather the Children Elementary school-aged children and their parents will find this program a happy alternative to squirming in the pews! Two Sundays a month from October through June, children in grades 1-5 who attend the 10:30 a.m. Mass are invited to the Elizabeth Room to celebrate and understand the Liturgy of the Word. Catechists couple the day s readings with fun enrichment activities to broaden the children s understanding of Scripture and prayer. Family events directly following 10:30 a.m. Mass on various weekends throughout the year Look for flyers and news in the bulletin. Gather the Children Team: Volunteers work in groups and serve one Mass a month. They also are asked to attend an organizational meeting in the fall and a year-end celebration in the spring. Training is provided by the coordinators and on the job. Donna Gormley Dgormley27@gmail.com 201-891-0351 9
Lectors The gifts of a strong voice, good diction and a desire to proclaim the Liturgy of the Word 6 during the Masses characterize our lectors. Lectors are asked to serve once a month from a rotating schedule of Sunday s and Holy Days. Training is provided. Those interested in participating in this ministry should contact the coordinator for more details. Dr. Geri Gaynor drgibbia@yahoo.com 201-444-3998 Liturgy Planners Committee The Liturgical Planning Committee coordinates all aspects of liturgy throughout the year at our parish. The Liturgy Planner Committee closely works with the priests, staff and other principal ministries at St. Elizabeth s. The Liturgical Planner Committee supervise and support the works undertaken by the Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist, Lectors, Greeters, Ushers, Sacristans, Altar Servers, Music Ministry, Sacramental Ministries and Art and Environment Committee during all liturgical seasons and the celebration of the Sacraments. Deacon Andrew Saunders Deaconandy@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 211 Music Ministry An old saying goes those who sing pray twice. Music is a vital component of our liturgical celebration and St. Elizabeth s offers many opportunities for those who enjoy liturgical music, as a singer or instrumentalist. Festival Choir All enthusiastic adults who have basic singing ability are invited to join this choir. The choir performs, classical and traditional liturgical music at Sunday Masses, special liturgies and at the annual Christmas Concert. Rehearsals are one evening a week. Contemporary Choir All enthusiastic adults who have basic singing ability are invited to join this choir. The choir performs contemporary liturgical music twice a month at Sunday Masses, special liturgies and at the Annual Christmas Concert. Rehearsals are one evening a week. Youth Choir This choir is open to all children in grades 4 through 8, and is a good introduction to choral music for young people. The group sings twice a month at Sunday Masses and at the Christmas Concert. Jay Brown, MM (Music Director) Music@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 222 10
Sacristan The sacristan carefully arranges the liturgical books, the vestments, and other things necessary in the celebration of Mass. Nancy Hohmann nanceh@verizon.net 551-427-6677 Ushers /Greeters Our ushers/greeters provide guidance and assistance to all who attend Sunday Masses. They coordinate the offering baskets, choose the gift bearers for the Offertory and oversee the flow of traffic at Communion. They serve at the Mass of their choice on weekends and serve on Holy Days. Ushers: Richard Greenwood Rkkrb5@aol.com 201-739-2143 Greeters: Susan Foy susanfoy@aol.com 201-655-4036 Wedding Ministry Couples requesting to be married at St. Elizabeth's must contact the parish office one year in advance of the desired wedding date. One member of the couple should be an active member of the parish and both need to be canonically free from any previous marital unions. In discussion with the priest whom they choose to witness their ceremony they will work out an appropriate schedule of preparations including Pre-Cana. Special preparatory discussions may be offered for interfaith couples. For more information contact: Debbie McTiernan DebbieM@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 219 11
MINISTRY OF STEWARDSHIP Administration, Maintenance & Activities Building and Maintenance The Building & Maintenance serves as an advisory resource for the pastor and maintenance lead of the parish. Its function is to review and set priorities for the repair and maintenance of the parish buildings and surrounding grounds. This committee also provides advice on the scope and cost of capital improvements to the St. Elizabeth s Parish facilities. Facilities Manager: Joseph Costanzo JoeC@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 211 Consultant: Michael Devaney MDevaney@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 267 Collection Counters Volunteer members of St. Elizabeth Parish whose mission is to help in the counting of every weekend s collections. Helen Van Slyke Irishrover402@verizon.net 201-848-9467 Finance Council Parish Finance Council assists the pastor in the administration of parish temporal matters. An active, well-formed Parish Finance Council is a key element for promoting the financial health of a parish, assuring accountability and assisting the pastor with his temporal responsibilities. Al Daloisio ALD@rccmail.net 201 891-3629 Fr. Stephen Fichter frstephen@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 206 Parish Bulletin Prepares and publishes the weekly bulletin of St. Elizabeth s Church with the purpose of informing and inviting the whole community to participate in various activities and events that the parish offers to enhance the spiritual and social life of the parish. Lisa Hroncich LisaH@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 203 Parish Event Planning Calendar Administrates the distribution of the parish s buildings/rooms for various activities of the parish. Lisa Hroncich LisaH@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 203 12
Parish Secretaries: Answer phones and assistance with Liturgy help preparation, Mass cards, filing, stuffing bulletins, copying, and printing. Front Desk: Dorothy Pomroy DP@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 260 Parish Secretary: Lisa Tota Lisa@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 200 St. Elizabeth School St. Elizabeth School is a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence due to the unending efforts of our faculty to ensure academic rigor and the success of all children, to the incredible generosity of our parents who are fully committed to Catholic education and to the due diligence of the students as they strive to grow intellectually and to live according to gospel values. Karen A. Lewis, Principal KLewis@sainte-school.org Carol Palmieri, Administrative Assistant CPalmieri@sainte-school.org School Website: http://sainte-school.org/ School Address: Greenwood Ave, Wyckoff, NJ 07481 School phone: 201-891-1481 School fax: 201-891-8669 Stewardship Counsel The Stewardship Council is charged with supporting stewardship in our parish, coordinating our annual renewals of time, talent, and treasure and fostering a welcoming, hospitable environment in the community. The mission of the Stewardship Council is to motivate each individual and family to become aware of the personal and community benefits of stewardship. Coordinates all activities related with the Archbishop s Annual Appeal. Fr. Stephen Fichter frstephen@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 206 Technology Ministry This ministry is formed by those skilled in the area of technology. Their mission is to support the hardware, software, website and app (application) of the parish. Kathe Carson KCarson@saintelizabeths.org Lisa Hroncich LisaH@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 203 Jonathan Camiolo JCamiolo@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-3262 x 225 13
Trustees A Parish Trustee is an active, responsible parish member who is called to serve the parish as advisor, overseer and counselor. The treasurer trustee works with the pastor in the coordination and maintenance of financial record keeping, reviews annual parish budget and signs the annual financial report to the diocese. Diane Ulrich Dianeulrich@aol.com 201-891-8275 Al Daloisio ALD@rccmail.net 201 891-3629 14
MINISTRY OF SOCIAL CONCERNS Christian Support Family & Activities Angel Fund Our goal each year is to raise $100,000 for our sister school Sacred Heart School in Jersey City. This is done through a parish-wide mailing and follow-up. Students of Sacred Heart School speak at the Masses once a year. Ideas and help are always welcome. Diane Ulrich Dianeulrich@aol.com 201-891-8275 Advent Giving Tree Project This outreach program brings Christmas to the needy of neighboring communities. Parishioners are invited to take an ornament card bearing a specific Christmas gift request from the tree in the Narthex and to bring the new wrapped gift and the ornament card back to church. The gifts are collected and distributed by the committee. Dan and Laurie Kocher DJKLJK@Verizon.net 201-670-8038 Bereavement Ministry This ministry supports people who are experiencing the pain and loss of a loved one through death. The trained facilitators of this ministry have suffered loss also and are united in their overwhelming desire to bring comfort and support to those who are grieving. We offer an informal night of support, Bereavement Night, on the first Wednesday of every month. In addition, we offer structured eight-week Bereavement Support Group in the spring, fall and winter. For information regarding the Bereavement Ministry, we encourage you to call. Coordinators - Barbara Mazor & Pat Stanton 201-891-1122 x 266 Fr. Vincent D'Agostino FrVincent@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 209 Eva s Kitchen This ministry is organized around 3 teams, Monday, Wednesday and Friday. On each of those days one or two people go to the designated food establishments to pick up surplus bread, bagels or donuts, package them in bags or boxes, and deliver them to Eva s Kitchen in Paterson using a parish van. They usually return by 11a.m. On Tuesday and Thursday, an individual drives their own car to two supermarkets and delivers to Eva s. Joe Meighan Joenmary6@aol.com 201-891-4909 Tom Veit Teveit@gmail.com 201-444-2683 15 11
Good Samaritan Ministry But a Samaritan, as he traveled, came where the man was; and when he saw him, he took pity on him. (Luke 10:33) If you would like to be Good Samaritan to a fellow parishioner who is homebound you will have the chance to do it. Join our new ministry. There is not an established commitment. Parishioners in this ministry will have the chance to bring food and to visit an elderly person or someone who requests to be visited. Camille Munro camillemunro@gmail.com 201-790-5731 or x 216 Harrison House Meals This is a residential care facility for people with HIV/AIDS located on the grounds of Bergen County Regional Medical Center. St. Elizabeth s is committed to providing dinner for 8 people. Each volunteer prepares and delivers a meal to the house by 5 p.m. on their selected date. Patti Amundson Pattiamundson@yahoo.com 201-207-1753 Knights of Columbus This fraternal organization composed of Catholic men builds a sense of community within the parish and the church; and works on behalf of charities, e. g., pro-life cause, physically and mentally challenged, and the support of our military troops. Jim Averso jimaverso@gmail.com 973-768-4481 Fr. Vincent D'Agostino FrVincent@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 209 Ministry to the Sick and Homebound This ministry brings the Eucharist to parishioners unable to attend Mass. Visits are made to homebound parishioners and those at CHCC to provide comfort and support. Sponsors the Annual Liturgy with the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick and luncheon for parishioners and others. Lisa Tota Lisa@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 200 Deacon Andrew Saunders Deaconandy@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 211 Monthly Food Drive Parishioners bring non-perishable food items to church which are donated to charitable organizations. Bags are distributed on the 1st Sunday of the month and collected the next week. Joe Meighan Joenmary6@aol.com 201-891-4909 16
Christian Heath Care Center Van The CHCC Van transports elderly parishioners from Christian Health Care Center to Mass on Sunday. The time commitment is one half hour before and after Mass. Michael Devaney Murf31@aol.com 917-533-4049 Respect Life Committee The role of this committee is to make the Saint Elizabeth s community more aware of the Catholic Church s teaching on pro-life issues concerning abortion, mercy killing and capital punishment through various projects that support pro-life education and activities. Our Respect Life works together with the John Paul II Regional Respect Life Group that serves the Bergen County Area, and also it is a liaison with the Archdiocese of Newark. Please see the bulletin or website for the meeting schedule. Joanne Ciaravino Joanne.Ciaravino@gmail.com 201-923-0432 Sacred Heart Volunteers Adults who love to work with children will enjoy this ministry. Groups of volunteers travel to Sacred Heart School in Jersey City while school is in session, to offer education enhancement to the students there. Volunteers talents are matched with classroom and office needs. If you have a background in music, art, computers, Spanish language, tutoring specific subjects or are willing to do office work, your talents will be put to use for these students. Kathleen Toth kathleentoth331@gmail.com 201-891-5691 Saint Martin s Soup Kitchen This ministry supports St. Martin s Soup Kitchen in Jersey City. On the 4th Saturday of each month, a group of volunteers from St. Elizabeth s serves a hot lunch to the hungry with food donated by our parishioners. We set up, serve and clean! Dolores Cacace Doloresc106@aol.com 201-445-8175 Peter Ingrasci Pingrasci@optonline.net 201-493-0870 17
BUILDING COMMUNITY Ministries, Societies & Activities Anointing Mass This special Mass is offered for all parishioners who seek physical and spiritual healing within the framework of the liturgy. Participants may choose to receive the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. Lisa Tota Lisa@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 200 Men s Sharing Men, who seek a deeper spirituality that will reflect in their personal relationships and in their workplace, are invited to this sharing group. Meetings are a mix of prayer, Scripture, sharing and reflection. Meetings are open to all men of the parish and take place on alternate Saturday mornings, 7 a.m. 9 a.m. in the St. Elizabeth Room. Joe Verdone Jv826v@optonline.net 201-825-8819 Rosary Society The Rosary Society is an active organization of women who have a special devotion to the Blessed Mother and wish to share it with others. The group meets on the second Thursday of the month at 10 a.m. in the Elizabeth Room. Excellent speakers on various topics are invited to present at the meetings. Members provide various works of service to our Church community such as: Weekly recitation of the Rosary with residents at Christian Health Care Center; circulation of the five Pilgrim Statues of Our Lady to homes throughout the parish; laundering the purificators used at Masses; sponsoring a Day of Prayer in May as well as making Rosary Beads to send to Missionaries and Catholic prison chaplains. Ronnie Gringeri 201-891-5560 Marian Devotions Recitation of the Rosary Monday thru Friday after the 7 a.m. and 9 a.m. Masses and Saturday after the 9 a.m. Mass. May Crowning Children and adults take part in this annual May event presented by the Gather the Children Ministry. A procession begins in the Narthex after a Sunday morning Mass led 18
by our First Communicants and ends with a presentation of flowers and crowning of the Our Lady of Fatima statue at our outdoor shrine. Check the bulletin for date and time. Pat Khanjian PatK@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-3262 x 226 Mom s Group This group offers support and sharing for mothers. The meetings are a mix of sharing, prayer and discussion relating to parenting and women s role in the church. Bible study and service projects are a major part of this ministry. Lori Karg Liddyd@hotmail.com 973-879-9109 Jenica Purisima Jenicapurisima@gmail.com 908-507-3214 Jonathan Camiolo JCamiolo@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-3262 x 225 Fr. Stephen Fichter frstephen@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 206 Newcomers Team A warm and thriving community extends a heartfelt welcome to its new members. The team organizes, hosts and sponsors a coffee after a Sunday Mass twice year. At these gatherings new members are provided with information about the parish and offered hospitality and friendship by the team. Dan and Laurie Kocher DJKLJK@Verizon.net 201-670-8038 Parish Picnic This is a annual event held on a Sunday in the early Fall. This is a big barbecue with games for the children. This social event is a great way for families to meet other members of the parish community. Jenny Wells jenwells212@yahoo.com 347-572-5335 Dan McHugh mchugda@yahoo.com 201-650-9094 Jonathan Camiolo JCamiolo@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-3262 x 225 Senior Club Even seniors need a social life! This active group provides this and more, the meetings are a mix of social and spiritual activities, speakers, luncheon and trips. What a great opportunity for social interaction and a sense of community. Meetings are the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month at 12 noon in the Elizabeth Room. Joanne Daloisio Jmdaloisio@verizon.net 201-891-3629 Fr. Vincent D'Agostino FrVincent@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 209 19
Pastoral Counsel The Parish Pastoral Council is a consultative body, pastoral in nature, because it strives to discern the movement of the Holy Spirit among God's people in the parish. A Parish Pastoral Council gives its help to the pastor in fostering pastoral activity; it investigates, under the authority of the pastor, all those things which pertain to pastoral works to ponder them, and to propose practical conclusions about them. It is essential that Council meetings occur in the context of prayer and openness to the Holy Spirit, so that at all times the common good will prevail. Specifically, the Parish Pastoral Council's purpose is to enhance the process of: Pastoral planning Developing pastoral programs Improving pastoral services Evaluating the pastoral effectiveness of various programs and services. Fr. Stephen Fichter frstephen@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 206 Council Members Mary Brown Joseph Chiarelli Jean Gaviglio John LaDuca Patrick McCarthy Keri Rigoli 20
YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT BOLD Youth Ministry Mission Statement: BOLD exists to expose teens to God s love, to promote a life of service to Christ, and to provide a place for teens to enjoy each other s company. We strive to develop personal relationships with Christ that gives each teen ownership of their faith. We are seeking to build a faith sharing Catholic community in which teens and young adults can feel comfortable being themselves and can use their gifts and talents to participate responsibly in the life, mission and work of the church. We provide SPIRITUAL, SERVICE and SOCIAL opportunities. CAST (Catholic Adults Supporting Teens) Team are adults who make a special commitment to the teens and youth of the parish, to be examples and role models, to be available and present in their lives. All adults of the parish are invited to help in this ministry to teens, BOLD and BOLD Middle. PST (Peer Servant Team) - Confirmed teens of the parish that are the youth leadership team of BOLD Youth Ministry. Alexis Fuentes Stelizabeth@boldym.com 201-639-4636 Jonathan Camiolo JCamiolo@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-3262 x 225 Fr. Vincent D'Agostino FrVincent@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-1122 x 209 BOLD Middle Youth Ministry It is a dynamic youth program offered by St. Elizabeth s to support parents in the Christian formation of their middle school age youth. The program offers middle school youth the opportunity for human and spiritual growth in a fun and safe environment. Our program recognizes the youth in this age range are on the edge of their teen years where they are changing physically, mentally, and emotionally. Our mission is to help parents develop boys and girls in the practice of the Catholic faith by keeping God's commandments, celebrating the sacraments, developing a prayer life and by loving God and our neighbors. 21
Alexis Fuentes Stelizabeth@boldym.com 201-639-4636 Jonathan Camiolo JCamiolo@saintelizabeths.org 201-891-3262 x 225 Boy Scout/Cub Scout/Girl Scout Scouting is a worldwide youth movement with the stated aim of supporting young people in their physical, mental and spiritual development, that they may play constructive roles in society. St. Elizabeth Parish supports Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, and Girls Scouts. Boy Scouts: Stephany Gubler sgubler@verizon.net 201-747-6279 Girl Scouts: Laura McGowan Laura@ramsoftsolutions.com 201-400-9705 22
ALPHABETICAL CONTENT Adult Faith Formation... 5 Advent Giving Tree Project..15 Altar Servers...9 Angel Fund 15 Anointing Mass..18 Art and Environment...6 Baptism Ministry....5 Bereavement Ministry..15 Bible Study...5 Bold Middle Youth Ministry...21 Bold Youth Ministry....21 Boy Scout/ Cub Scout/ Girl Scout.....22 Building and Maintenance...12 Christ Program (Discovering/Following Christ). 6 Christian Care Center Van...17 Collection Counters.....12 Cornerstone Team Men s and Women s...6 Eucharistic Adoration.6 Eva s Kitchen...15 Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion..9 Festival Choir and other Choirs...10 Finance Council.12 Gather the Children...9 Good Samaritan Ministry....16 Harrison House Meals...16 Holy Hour.4 Knights of Columbus.6 Lectors.10 Liturgy Planners Committee...10 Marian Devotions...18 May Crowning...18 Men s Sharing.18 Ministry of the Sick and Homebound.. 16 Mom s Group..19 Monthly Food Drive 16 Music Ministry Choir..10 Newcomers Team 19 Office of Faith Formation (CCD) 6 23
Parish Bulletin 12 Parish Event Planning Calendar...12 Parish Picnic 19 Parish Secretaries....13 Pastoral Counsel...20 Prayer Chain..6 Pre-Cana...7 RCIA...7 Respect Life Committee......17 Rosary Society...18 Sacred Heart Volunteers..17 Sacristan.11 Saint Elizabeth School..13 Saint Martin s Soup Kitchen..17 Scripture Sharing 7 Senior Club..15 Stewardship Counsel.13 Technology Ministry.13 Trustees.14 Ushers/Greeters 11 Vacation Bible Camp.7 Walking with Christ.11 Wedding Ministry...7 Youth Choir.8 24
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