Baptismal Preparation

Gives Parents the opportunity to deepen their understanding of our faith so they more fully realize the responsibilities that come with the Sacrament of Baptism.
Contact: Parish 973 669-3221.
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Charity Shopping Ministry

The Charity Shopping Committee, began as an offshoot of the Social Concerns Ministry. The committee takes full advantage of store sales, manufacturer coupons, store vouchers, and other resources. Donations of coupons and Shop Rite store vouchers are especially helpful. Other ways to help include pushing a grocery cart, and transporting the groceries. The committee needs to continue collecting vouchers, funding and help. No donation is too small, since with sales and coupons, it will be virtually doubled. You can visit the church rectory during daytime office hours or leave your donation in the church collection basket in an envelope marked "Social Concerns."
Contact: Mary Pellecchia 973-731-9228

Clothing Donations

Contact: Tom & Ginny Koehne 973-736-2177

Cub Scouts

Contact: Joe Krakoviak 973-736-7285

Eucharistic Ministers

Provide the Body and Blood of Christ as Nourishment to the faithful. This ministry takes place at Mass, nursing homes, and is available to the homebound.
Contact: Dick O'Hara 973 736-9047

Gospa Prayer Group

Gathering of Parishioners who offer intercessory prayer to Our Blessed Mother.
Contact: Jean Kernan 973 736-2207

Food Pantry

Contact: Allison Baumgartner 973-669-3221

Girl Scouts

Contact: Claire Krakoviak 973-736-7285

Health Ministry Partnership

Views physical health and well-being as integral to overall spirituality. This ministry attempts to meet the physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs of the Parish, especially through post-hospital assistance, parish education and well-care to the homebound.
Contact: Carol Kurtyka 973 669-3221

Hospitality

Ministers of Hospitality welcome parishioners into church building, assist with seating, and take up the offertory collection.

Lectors

Proclaim the Word of God at Parish Liturgies.

Marriage Enrichment

Provides support and sacramental renewal for couples. "Celebrate Love" evenings offer a personal presentation given by a married couple. Attending couples are given the opportunity for private dialogue and optional group sharing.
Contact: Art & Joan Flaherty 973-731-0380

Music

Our Music Ministry enhances worship with appropriate music and encourages vocal participation of the faithful. 
Dorothy Sgalia 201-998-6879

Prayer Shawl Ministry

Learn how to knit or crochet for those in need of comfort. The shawl maker offers prayers for the intended recipient throughout the creation of the shawl.
Contact: Pauline Alger 973 669-8331

Prime Timers

Contact: Durecia Watley 973 336 3310

Progressive Dinner

Contact: Mary Melia 973 736-0296

RCIA - Rites of Christian Initiation

Welcomes new members to the Catholic Church. A team of instructors and Parish sponsors invites inquires, offers instruction in basic Church teachings, introduces new candidates to public worship, and celebrates the Sacraments of Initiation. 
Contact: Pauline Alger 973 669-8331

Respect Life

Contact: Brian and Bonnie Ludwig for information (973) 731-0734.

Rosary Altar Group

Fosters devotion to Our Blessed Mother. Gatherings begin with Mass and recitation of the rosary, followed by a social with a planned program. The Rosarians assist with various Parish projects. First Monday evenings following the first Sunday.
Contact: Adele Turturro 973 669-3221

Soup Kitchen Ministry

St Joseph Church now participates in a Soup Kitchen Ministry. The soup kitchen is a product of a dozen local churches of many different denominations, each taking a turn at hosting. It is an excellent opportunity for parish members to share in parish life, augment their faith, build personal skills and serve the community. 
Contact: Isabel Ramos Figiel 973 736-1796

Ushers

Contact: Rich Holley 973-736-0631

Women's Spirituality

Mary Swann 973-736-5536

Youth Ministry

Youth Ministry provides high-school age teens an opportunity to grow in personal development and Faith. We take a holistic approach -- this means we provide activities that meet the Spiritual, Individual, Community, Family and Social needs of all young Christians.

Our meetings typically run on all Sunday nights from 7-9 p.m. Each meeting has a different theme, dealing with our Faith in Jesus, the world we live in, and the struggles of being a teenager today. There are also guest speakers, movie nights and much more. To find out more call (973) 736-1785 or e-mail us at mpetrillo09@caldwell.edu