Ministries and Fellowship

Notre Dame of Mt. Carmel is a parish committed to the mission of EVANGELIZATION. Simply stated, we have heard the Good News, we believe it, and we embrace Our Lord’s call to share it with others.

We have organized all parish ministries into groups (commissions) that relate to our mission of evangelization:

Conversion: These are ministries whose primary role is to the deepen the faith lives of all whom they serve.

Welcoming: These ministries serve to create a welcoming presence here at Notre Dame (and beyond), inviting others into the light of faith, love and hope); and

Transformation: Ministries in this commission, through their good works, serve to change of the world around us through the living of our faith.

Parish Support: These ministries provide essential aspects of support to the overall functioning and health of the parish organization.

Please consider joining one or more of our ministries!

Scroll down to find a complete listing of all our parish ministries.
If you need additional information or would like to explore how your time and talent might best serve our ministries and your spiritual journey, please send us an email to commsupport@ndcarmel.com or contact us at 973-538-1358 973-538-1358 .
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Attention Ministry Chairs!
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Conversion Commission
ADORATION Description: The Adoration Ministry serves to deepen and enrich the faith lives of others through the experience of Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. Ministry membership totaling approximately 22-25 ministers assures that two ministers are assigned for each one-hour time segment during the weekly twelve-hour Adoration periods.

Skills needed: Love and faith.

Approximate time commitment: 1 designated hour on Friday (7am - 7pm).
Contact: Ivette Valori at
973-885-0502
Email:imvalori@aol.com

ADULT RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

- GREAT ADVENTURE

Provides interesting, knowledgeable and inspiring speakers on a variety of timely, faith-related and/or morally challenging issues. At least one event per year focuses on Biblical studies.

Skills needed: Awareness of current church policies and popular, pertinent topics; willingness to contact potential speakers; familiarity with programs in other churches; a strong desire to enhance the spiritual background of our parishioners.

Approximate time commitment: Attend meetings quarterly to discuss and plan upcoming programs and events.
Contact: Contact Jean Pankow at 973-538-1358, ext. 122
Email:jpankow@ndcarmel.com
ALTAR SERVERS Boys and girls from 4th grade through high school are invited to become servers to assist at weekend and special occasion masses.

Skills needed for Ministry Leadership: Enjoy working with children; have a flexible schedule in order to hold practices.

Approximate time commitment: 11 hours every other month.
Contact: Judy Baker:
973-664-0428
malamommy@gmail.com
ANTIOCH (Part of Youth Ministry) Spiritual weekend retreat open to teens (Grades 10-12) for faith and community building and sharing.

Skills needed: For team members— interest in deepening faith of self and others; organized; responsible.

Approximate time commitment: 3 hours per week for 3 to 4 months for each Antioch Weekend.

Contact: Peter DeNigris:
973-722-5185 973-722-5185
pndn27@aol.com or

Kelly Depcik at 973-829-1154 973-829-1154 , kellydepcik@yahoo.com.

BAPTISMAL PREPARATION Serves to welcome and educate new parents to the role and responsibility as teachers of our faith to their child or children.

Skills needed: Friendliness; comfortable speaking in a group; humor; genuine interest in and understanding of the importance of the sacrament of Baptism.

Approximate time commitment: About 2 hours per month.
Contact: Deacon Ron Forino at 973-887-2963
ronforino@aol.com
BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY Offers comfort through calls, visits, and meals when a family suffers the loss of a loved one. Lends support and guidance to the family of the bereaved before and after the funeral. Also assists the family with plans for the wake and burial service.

Skills needed: Belief in the group process and able to offer good will and caring to those in need; availability during your months on call.

Approximate time commitment: Participants are assigned to be on call 1 or 2 months per year; annual meeting lasts 1½ hours and the annual Memorial Mass requires 5 hours of service.
Contact: Candy Martino at
973-540-1891
cmartino54@optonline.net
CATHOLICS RETURNING HOME (CRH) Welcomes back anyone and everyone who has been away from the Catholic Church for any reason.

Skills needed: Love of God and of the Church; a welcoming spirit and nonjudgmental heart.

Approximate time commitment: 2 hours per week during the annual 6-week session to welcome returnees home; plus, on an as-needed basis.
Contact: Our Parish Office at 973-538-1358 ext. 100
CENTERING PRAYER Renews the contemplative dimension of the Gospel in everyday life.

Skills needed: A desire to deepen your relationship with the living Christ and to consent to God’s presence and action within.

Approximate time commitment: Attend group prayer once a week for 1½ hours.
Contact: Sarina Rostek at
973-328-3947
sarinar@optonline.net
CONFIRMATION Description: To help high school youth fully understand and faithfully live out their Baptismal call to be the heart, the hands and the voice of Jesus. Contact: Joanne DePasquale Parent at
973-538-1358, ext 102
confirmation@ndcarmel.com
CORNERSTONE:

+ MEN's Cornerstone

+ WOMEN'S Cornerstone
Weekend experience rooted in the conviction that the Lord works in all believers. This spiritual and social weekend experience (Friday evening and all day Saturday) is intended to help women and men of our parish recognize and appreciate God’s presence in the ordinary circumstances of their lives.

Skills needed: Spirituality – rooted in faith and have a desire to share that. Organizational — plan meetings and committees; publicity — attract new candidates for the weekends.

Approximate time commitment: Weekly meetings; several hours a week for phone calls, mailings, planning agendas, etc.

Contact: Women’s Coordinator, Carol Critchley at
973-515-7287 973-515-7287
majkidmom@aol.com

Men’s Coordinator, Joe Burns at jburns@burnsandbobrow.com

CROSSROADS / HIGH SCHOOL FAITH SHARING (Youth Ministry) Description: An opportunity for high school youth to come together and support one another in faith. Meetings take place every other Thursday.

Approximate time commitment: 1-2 hrs. every other Thursday.
Contact: Pete DeNigris at 973-722-5185
pndn27@aol.com
CYO BASKETBALL Description: CYO Sports is a component of a parish Youth Ministry. It enables the partnership of parents, coaches, priests, religious ed. teachers, and adult leaders to manage and support a sports program which allows youth to grow in their relationship with God and come to better understand themselves and the Catholic Faith. Contact: Notre Dame: Mark Tremper at 973-886-9455
OLM: Mike Holleran 973-886-4743
EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS (EMs) OF THE EUCHARIST Assist with the distribution of the Body and Blood of Christ at all weekend and special Masses.

Skills needed: Willingness to serve; spirit filled; attend Mass regularly.

Approximate time commitment: Attend two meetings a year — 11 hours each; arrive 20 minutes before your scheduled mass.

Contact:
Cathy Ferramosca at soccermom3@aol.com

+ Ministry of Care Eucharistic Ministers – Hospital/Nursing Home Visitation Bring Holy Communion to parishioners who are in hospitals/nursing homes and unable to attend mass.

Skills needed: Listening to patient; support of our parish community; compassion.

Approximate time commitment: 2 hours per week once a month.
Contact: Hospital Visits — Joe and Ruth Quinn at
973-540-1029
jrqjoy@comcast.net
+ Ministry of Care Eucharistic Ministers – Home Visitation Bring Holy Communion to parishioners who are homebound and unable to attend mass.

Skills needed: Listening; support of our parish community; compassion.

Approximate time commitment: One Sunday a month for 1 hour.
Contact: Terry Wisolmerski at
twisol@optimum.net
FESTIVAL OF PRAISE (FOP)/CHARISMATIC PRAYER Offers an opportunity for individuals to praise and worship God in a charismatic setting.

Skills needed: Musicians are always needed.

Approximate time commitment: 1 hour per month.
Contact: Deacon Alfredo Fanelli at
973-585-7350
assisi410@aol.com
FOLLOW ME Small faith sharing groups conducted during Lent to enrich our spiritual journey and sense of mission to others. Several groups meet year round.

Skills needed: Belief that the small group faith-sharing experience is an important characteristic of participation in the larger parish community; listening and openness to new ideas.

Approximate time commitment: Time it takes for facilitators to prepare the readings before each Follow Me gathering.
Contact: Jean Pankow at
973-538-1358, etx. 122
jpankow@ndcarmel.com
LECTORS Proclaim the Word of God at all weekend and special Masses.

Skills needed: Comfortable speaking in front of large groups of people; excellent public speaking skills; willingness to prepare thoroughly.

Approximate time commitment: One annual meeting; time to prepare for and proclaim the Word of God at lector’s scheduled Mass; arrive 15 to 20 minutes before scheduled Mass.
Contact: Kelly Depcik at
973-829-1154
kellydepcik@yahoo.com
MARRIAGE MINISTRY Description: to strengthen the bonds of our married couples and to help them build and nurture faith-filled marriages and families rooted in Christ and His truths. Through prayer and through special ministry events, we encourage the married couples of our parish to deepen and enhance the presence of Christ in their marriages, their families and their home life.

Contacts: Pat & Mike Guarino at 973-625-4713 973-625-4713

MUSIC MINISTRY Enhances liturgy and parish life through music. Music is a vital part of worship at the Church.

Skills needed: Music Ministry Team– be organized; have communication skills; teamwork. Cantors – gift of voice; an ear for music; strong presence; ability to lead other in song. Choir – ability to sing; an ear for music.

Approximate time commitment: Music Ministry Team — 4 hours per month; Cantors, Band and Choir members — 3 – 6 hours per week.
Contact: Jim Keefe at
973-538-1358, x109
jkeefe@ndcarmel.com
+ Musicians (Praise Band) Minister at weekly masses on Sunday.

Skills needed: Know how to play a musical instrument; have an ear for music

Approximate time commitment: Practice 3 – 6 hours per week; and as needed.
Contact: Jim Keefe at
973-538-1358, x109
jkeefe@ndcarmel.com
+ Teen Band Ministers twice per motnh during a weekend Mass.

Skills needed: Know how to play a musical instrument; have an ear for music

Approximate time commitment: Weekly rehearsals on Wednesday evenings.
Contact: Jim Keefe at
973-538-1358, x109
jkeefe@ndcarmel.com
+ Adult Choir Ministers weekly at the 10:30 a.m. Mass on Sundays.

Skills needed: Ability to sing; ear for music.

Approximate time commitment: Weekly practice 3 – 6 hours per week; and as needed.
Contact: Jim Keefe at
973-538-1358, x109
jkeefe@ndcarmel.com
+ Youth Choir (Joyful Noise) Ministers two Sundays per month at 9:00 a.m. Mass.

Skills needed: Open to students in second grade and up.

Approximate time commitment: Rehearsals are 2 to 3 times per month for 1 hour.
Contact: Teresa Elko
teresine@optonline.net
+ Cherub Choir Ministers two Sundays per month prior to the 9:00 a.m. Mass.

Skills needed: Open to children in preschool through first grade.

Approximate time commitment: Rehearsals are 2 to 3 times per month for 45 minutes.
Contact: Jim Keefe at
973-538-1358, x109
jkeefe@ndcarmel.com
+ Cantors Ministers at masses on Sundays and other special occasions. Integral part of the liturgy who lead the congregation in song.

Skills needed: Pleasant voice; ear for music; strong presence; ability to lead others in song.

Approximate time commitment: Weekly rehearsals of 3 – 6 hours and as needed.
Contact: Jim Keefe at
973-538-1358, x109
jkeefe@ndcarmel.com
+ Moms & Tots (and Other Caregivers) Music Program A fun-filled musical experience which incorporates meaningful songs, dancing and storytelling that celebrate love for God, for the Church, themselves, their families and friends.

Skills needed: Open to toddlers from 9 months to 4 years.

Approximate time commitment: 45 minutes per weekly session (can come and go as often as you like)
Contact: Lisa Scanzera at
973-659-0301
lisa.scanzera@verizon.net
PACT (PREPARATION OF ADULT CONFIRMATION TEACHINGS PACT is a six-week journey of shared faith and learning for adult Catholics who wish to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. The program includes six sessions, each one focused on a different aspect of Confirmation teaching. Contact: Tony and Julie Sciglitano at
973-889-1218
jsciglitano@hotmail.com
PERFORMING ARTS LITURGY Contact: Agnes Loughlin at
973-539-9524
alough@earthlink.net
PRE-CANA/MARRIAGE PREPARATION Married couples share their life experiences with engaged couples; reviews different wedding ceremony styles and Bible passages to be used in the ceremony.

Skills needed: Married for at least 10 years and willing to share life experiences with engaged couples.

Approximate time commitment: 6½ hours per quarter.
Contact: Deacon Jim & Jill Butkus.
butkusja@optonline.net
RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) Prepares non-baptized men and women to enter the Catholic Church and receive the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Eucharist. Their conversion process includes several stages marked by study, prayer and rites at Mass.

Skills needed: : Willingness to share one’s faith with others and learn more about the Catholic faith.

Approximate time commitment: One meeting per week September-November and Sundays from the Feast of Christ the King to Pentecost Sunday.
Contacts: Deacon Dave Collins and Marge Collins at
973-884-0258
dvcollie@optonline.net
garitam@optonline.net
RCIC (Rite of Christian Initiation for Children) Initiates children above the age of reason into the Catholic faith.

Skills needed: Willingness to share one’s faith with others and learn more about the Catholic faith.

Approximate time commitment: Depends on number of children involved; once a month at most.
Contact: Marilyn Zarzycki at
973-538-1358, x121
marilynz@ndcarmel.com
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION (K-8) A total parish experience that guides and enriches the Catholic faith formation of children in Kindergarten through 8th Grade. The program includes religion classes, liturgies, retreats, Vacation Bible School, as well as preparation for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and First Eucharist.

Skills needed: Patience and love of children/teens; good knowledge of the Catholic faith and a willingness to learn more and share it.

Approximate time commitment: 2 1/2 hours per class (1 1/2 hours prep, 1 hour teaching).
Contact: Marilyn Zarzycki at
973-538-1358, x121
marilynz@ndcarmel.com
+ Children’s Liturgy Offers a “child friendly” liturgy, delivered from the Children’s Lectionary for children ages 4 – 12. The readings are explained by the catechists in a way children understand, enhancing their understanding of the Word.

Skills needed: Enjoy working with children; creativity with the use of props or acting out and encouraging the children to participate.

Approximate time commitment: 2 hours every 6 weeks when your team is assigned to a 9:00 a.m. Sunday Mass.
Contact: Eileen Farkas at
973-993-1502
handy32@optonline.net
+RELIGIOUS EDUCATION - Special Needs The Special Needs/Learning Differences Religious Education Program offers children from 5 through 21 the ability to learn about the love and care of Jesus in their own way and at their own pace. Special emphasis is provided on the sacraments of Eucharist, Reconciliation and Confirmation for those children who have not yet received these sacraments. Contact: Terry Wisolmerski at
twisol@optimum.net
RESOURCE CENTER Provides multi-media resources for parishioners on a wide variety of spiritual Christian subjects. A resource listing is available on our website.

Skills needed: Willingness to serve; an interest in books and other media; organizational skills.

Approximate time commitment: Very flexible, as needed.
Contact: Rosa Fanelli at
973-585-7350
assisi410@aol.com
SERVICES FOR THE SICK Advocates for the best physical, spiritual and emotional care for our parish family. We pray with our parishioners to help them grow spiritually during difficult times.

Skills needed: Health professionals, especially registered nurses, for home visits, to conduct monthly blood pressure screenings every third weekend after all masses, and to work with the Health Education Ministry; cooking and baking for the sick; be available for “friendly visits” to the home, for the Healing Mass and for visits to Crestwood Nursing Home on Wednesday mornings to assist with Mass and the Eucharist.

Approximate time commitment: Varies with the specific work in the ministry.
Contact: Maryann Johnston at
973-539-7835
maryannjohnstonrn@msn.com
VOCATIONS Opportunities available for men and women who want to deepen their faith and spiritual journey through a more in-depth and committed learning experience.

Skills needed: Deep love of God

Approximate time commitment: As needed.
Contact: Parish Office at
973-538-1358, Ext. 100
WAKE MINISTRY Compassionate volunteers, working in pairs, bring comfort to relatives and friends of the deceased by visiting the funeral home, praying with the family and those gathered, and planning the funeral Mass with the family.

Skills needed: Compassionate heart; willingness to serve.

Approximate time commitment: As needed.
Contact: Deacon Vic Lupi at
973-538-4642
mattlupi@verizon.net
Welcoming Commission
ANNA LEAGUE (Seniors Luncheon) Meets the spiritual and social needs of our senior citizens through good food, fun and fellowship at monthly luncheons (September-December; March-June).

Skills needed: Love for people; willingness to help out with a wide range of tasks, from washing dishes to serving meals; interact with guests to make them feel welcome; attend 2 annual meetings and the monthly luncheons.

Approximate time commitment: For servers: 4–5 hours per month; for cooks and bakers: time needed to prepare and deliver their food to the parish hall.
Contact: Sandra Hyland at 908-832-2504
sshellenb@aol.com
CHRIST’S CORNER GIFT SHOP Provides a full line of religious articles, gifts, cards and books.

Skills needed: Simple math ability; retail experience a plus but not required.

Approximate time commitment: Shop is open 1 1/2 hours on M/W/F and before and after all weekend Masses. Can serve in any of those time slots.
Contact: Loretta Viglione at 973-326-6732
lsviglione@optonline.net
CHURCH ENVIRONMENT (Decorating) Ensures church environment and décor are aesthetically pleasing, liturgically correct and enhance worship during each Church season.

Skills needed: Understand the purpose and emphasis of each liturgical season; able to design decorations for church spaces; sewing; floral arranging skills; creativity.

Approximate time commitment: : Planning: 1 hour per season; implementation: about 3 hours per month according to Church season.
Contact: Majella & Vincent LoBello at 973-998-0460
mlobello@optonline.net
CHURCH INTERIOR CARE Cleans and maintains the interior church areas.

Skills needed: Commitment and dedication; enjoys cleaning.

Approximate time commitment: 1 – 2 hours on weekdays and/or Sundays per month.
Contact: Dorothy Ryan at
973-887-3815
GARDENING

Provides planting and maintenance for parish grounds.
Skills needed: Love of flowers.

Approximate time commitment: Seasonal, usually one afternoon in Spring if planting takes place. One afternoon in Autumn for pruning.

Contact: Mary Ann Fisher at 973-952-0266 973-952-0266 fisherma@gmail.com

HOSPITALITY Follows the teaching of St. Benedict in welcoming others and providing sustenance. Sets up refreshments at specific church functions.

Skills needed: Willingness to serve; friendly.

Approximate time commitment: About 2 hours per month depending on number of events.
Contacts: Barbara Gregory at bggregory@optonline.net
PARISHIONERS WELCOME Prepares social gatherings, 3 to 4 times per year, for new parishioners and those wanting to know more about the parish, to get to know the staff and ministry leaders, and to learn more about the parish.

Skills needed: Friendliness, openness to meeting new people; some knowledge of the parish.

Approximate time commitment: 2–3 hours 3 to 4 times per year.
Contact: Pam & Dennis O’Connor at
973-884-9292
pammyjeanslt@aol.com
SOCIAL EVENTS Plans affordable, wholesome and entertaining events with the goal of fostering camaraderie through social interaction. Events include: Parish Picnic; Appreciation Breakfast; outings and much more.

Skills needed: Commitment; able to bring new ideas to the ministry; creative in planning events.

Approximate time commitment: : 4 hours per month
Contact: Barbara Perkalis at
perkalis@msn.com
USHERS Serve during all weekend Masses: assist in the collection, seating of parishioners and visitors, guiding lines during Communion. After Mass: hand out bulletins and straighten pews.

Skills needed: Punctuality; friendliness, willingness to serve.

Approximate time commitment: 1 hour/week at Mass you attend; arrive 15 minutes prior.
Contact: : Mike Ricciardi at
973-539-4322
mricci1143@optonline.net
WELCOMING MINISTRY Our mission is to help this parish more fully realize its mission of EVANGELIZATION by welcoming others into the life and activity of the parish family. This extends not only to current members of the parish, but to those outside the parish family and, indeed, to those in the broader community. Contact: : Elaine Green at
ekgreen@optimum.net
Transformation Commission
CHRIST HELPERS Our local outreach to help those in need maintain their homes.

Skills needed: Knowledge of basic home repair; ability to handle a variety of tools or willingness to learn.

Approximate time commitment: On call 2–3 months a year or as needed.
Contacts: Dan Rizzos at rizosdj@gmail.com or Greg Rizos greg.rizos@gmail.com.
ECUMENICAL OUTREACH Fosters an educational and spiritual relationship with those of other religions and faiths and promotes understanding of each other’s beliefs and practices.

Skills needed: Enthusiasm and commitment; willingness to learn about others

Approximate time commitment: Meeting and planning activities: 1½ hours per month; participation: 2-4 hours per event

Contacts: Deacon Vic Lupi at 973-538-4642
mattlupi@verizon.net

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Fraternal organization open to Catholic men, 18 years old and over. The Order was founded on the principles of charity, family, church and community.

Skills needed: Willingness to help.

Approximate time commitment: Two meetings a month on the first and third Thursdays — 2 hours each; help with projects as needed.

Contact: Michale Carruba at 973-919-2575
carjm1017@yahoo.com or

Dennis Fashano at 973-292-9560
denfash@hotmail.com

LENTEN SOUP KITCHEN Provides soup to the parish community on a weekly basis during Lent as a way to humble ourselves before those less fortunate.

Skills needed: Organizing delivery and serving of the soups; scheduling volunteers; setting up, serving and cleaning up each Friday during Lent.

Approximate time commitment: Organizers: 5–7 hours a week for 11 weeks; volunteers: 2–4 hours on Fridays during Lent.
Contacts: Lorelei Kelly at 973-267-2520
loreleikelly@optonline.net
OPERATION APPALACHIA An outreach program with a mission to help the poor in Preston County, West Virginia, by attending a week-long repair trip, and/or helping to finance it through various other opportunities.

Skills needed: A desire to be God’s hands among his children; organize and coordinate fundraising events.

Approximate time commitment: Cyclical – heaviest in weeks before the trip.
Contact: Julia Harris at 973-714-3748
juliaharris44@optonline.net
"PARISH PAGES” NEWSLETTER Informs parishioners about events taking place in the parish and highlights upcoming events. Spotlights the character and achievements of various parishioners.

Skills needed: Enjoyment of/ability in writing; ability to interview and be creative.

Approximate time commitment: Approximately four meetings per year; write articles according to your schedule or four times per year.
Contact: Carol Carlson at 973-884-2972
c.prism@verizon.net
PHOTOGRAPHY Record on film all important parish events, programs and special occasions for website and parish archives.

Skills needed: Some knowledge of digital photography; must have own equipment.

Approximate time commitment: Several meetings a year; take photos at assigned events; time to organize and catalog photos and tapes.
Contacts: : Karen Soto at 973-993-8170
ksoto@verizon.net
PRAYER SHAWL Ministry members make prayer shawls and lap robes which help provide healing and comfort to the sick, the lonely and the elderly.

Skills needed: Interest in knitting/crocheting; willingness to learn/share basic knitting and crocheting skills; beginners welcomed!

Approximate time commitment: 2 1/2 hours every month on Saturday mornings.
Contact: Alice Muir at
973-451-1983
maebm@aol.com
QUILTING Makes quilts for people who are homebound and in need of our prayers and support.

Skills needed: Interest in quilting; willingness to learn/share basic quilting skills; beginners welcomed.

Approximate time commitment: 2 1/2 hours every month on Saturday mornings.
Contact: Pat Gawdun at
973-428-3930
gawdun.pat@verizon.net
RIGHT TO LIFE Keeps parish informed of current issues related to Right to Life. Assists women in crisis pregnancies to find shelter, financial aid and medical support. Works closely w/Morris County Right to Life.

Skills needed: Compassion; strong belief in the cause.

Approximate time commitment: Varies depending upon event(s).
Contact: Louise Juliano at 973-267-9043
lvjuliano@earthlink.net
WEBSITE Online resource for keeping current parishioners apprised of activities and dates; important source of information for new and potential parishioners unfamiliar with the parish.

Skills needed: Interest in learning about websites; some technical ability is a plus.

Approximate time commitment: 2-4 hours per month
Contact: Stefan Schuele at 973-884-4183
smschuele@gmail.com
WEDDING MINISTRY Attends rehearsal and wedding ceremony to help coordinate the bridal party and receiving line and to make sure the sanctuary and altar are properly set up.

Skills needed: Organization and communication skills, and a calming presence.

Approximate time commitment: Each wedding requires a commitment of 1 hour for rehearsal and 2 1/2 hours for the wedding ceremony.
Contacts: Margie Sullivan at 973-455-1446
mms1963@optonline.net
WEEKLY BULLETIN Means by which pastor, staff and parish ministries communicate with parishioners regarding spiritual issues and events.

Skills needed: Flexibility; creativity; knowledge of Word and printing company formatting; accuracy; attention to detail and deadlines.

Approximate time commitment: 8 hours per week for typing, layout and proofing.
Contact: Cathy Kamowski at 973-656-1626
cathkamow@gmail.com
YOUTH MINISTRY - HIGH SCHOOL Brings Jesus to the teens of the parish through Youth Ministry activities, Antioch, Crossroads, J.O.Y. Ministry and Middle School Ministry.

Skills needed: Interest in deepening and sharing your faith with others.

Approximate time commitment: Varies by activity cycle.
Contact: Meg Walsh at 973-538-1358, x___
NDYouthMin@ndcarmel.com
YOUTH MINISTRY - MIDDLE SCHOOL Contact: Meg Walsh at 973-538-1358, x___
NDYouthMin@ndcarmel.com
Parish Support
ALTAR LINENS Arranges, maintains, launders and irons all altar cloths and linens in a sacred way.

Skills needed: Soaking cloths and ironing.

Approximate time commitment: Rotating schedule – 5 hours per week every other month
Contact: Catherine Leto at 973-539-7230
cathsamleto@aol.com
COLLECTION COUNTERS Counts and documents monies from church collections; prepares bank statements.

Skills needed: Accuracy and attention to detail.

Approximate time commitment: About 2 hours on Monday morning once every 6 weeks.
Contact: Sam Leto at 973-539-7230
cathsamleto@aol.com
FINANCE MINISTRY Advises the pastor and Pastoral Council on all parish financial matters; oversees Diocesan financial audits and monitors financial resources that support parish programs.

Skills needed: Life experience or professional background in finance, budgeting, accounting and/or facility operations; practical approach to solving problems.

Approximate time commitment: 1-8 hours per month.
Contact: Adolf Schimpf at 973-267-5176
Aschimpf@Delbarton.org
PARISH DIRECTORY Coordinates the publication of our Parish Directory, to be published every 5 years.

Skills needed: Strong Organizational and coordinating skills.

Approximate time commitment:
Contact: Jean Pankow at 973-538-1358, ext. 122
jpankow@ndcarmel.com
TITHING THE TITHE Reviews charitable opportunities for our own parish to tithe. Recommends monetary contributions annually to organizations based on specific needs and criteria.

Skills needed: Ability to review and assess grant requests and recommend how the available funds should be distributed.

Approximate time commitment: 1-2 hours per month
Contact: Jean Pankow
973-538-1358, Ext. 122
jpankow@ndcarmel.com
OFFICE CLERICAL SUPPORT Description: Provides general office administrative support.

Skills needed: Computer skills (word, excel, etc.); strong organizational skills, willingness to help!

Approximate time commitment: Pending personal availability.
Contact: Cristina Folan at
973-53801358, ext. 105
commsupport@ndcarmel.com



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