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Wyckoff, NJ 07481

ST. ELIZABETH’S

PARISH COMMUNITY

MINISTRY GUIDEBOOK

WELCOME

Welcome to Saint Elizabeth’s 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.

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ST. ELIZABETH’S PARISH COMMUNITY WYCKOFF, NEW JERSEY

“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

St. Elizabeth

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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

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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

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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 [email protected] 201-891-3262 x 225

Deacon Andrew Saunders [email protected] 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.


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.



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 [email protected] 201-264-2861

Fr. Carlos Briceño [email protected] 201-891-1122 x 204

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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 [email protected] 201-891-1122 x 209

Women’s – Cathy Ingrasci [email protected] or Laurie Kocher [email protected]

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 [email protected] 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


K-6 Catechesis

Pat Khanjian [email protected] 201-891-3262 x 226

Grade 7-8 and Confirmation Catechesis

Alexis Fuentes [email protected] 201-639-4636

Registrar and Sacramental Administrator

Debbie Gaertner [email protected] 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 [email protected] 201-891-1122 x 200

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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 [email protected] 201-891-1122 x 209


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.



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.



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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 [email protected] 201-264-2861


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MINISTRY SUPPORT FOR WORSHIP Altar Servers

Boys and girls of our parish, 3rd grade through 12th 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 201-891-0351


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Lectors

The gifts of a strong voice, good diction and a desire to proclaim the Liturgy of the Word

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 [email protected] 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.



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) [email protected] 201-891-1122 x 222

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Sacristan

The sacristan carefully arranges the liturgical books, the vestments, and other things

necessary in the celebration of Mass.

Nancy Hohmann [email protected] 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 [email protected] 201-739-2143

Greeters: Susan Foy [email protected] 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 [email protected] 201-891-1122 x 219


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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 [email protected] 201-891-1122 x 211

Consultant: Michael Devaney [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 201 891-3629

Fr. Stephen Fichter [email protected] 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 [email protected] 201-891-1122 x 203

Parish Event Planning Calendar

Administrates the distribution of the parish’s buildings/rooms for various activities of the

parish.


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Parish Secretaries:

Answer phones and assistance with Liturgy help preparation, Mass cards, filing, stuffing

bulletins, copying, and printing.

Front Desk: Dorothy Pomroy [email protected] 201-891-1122 x 260

Parish Secretary: Lisa Tota [email protected] 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 [email protected]

Carol Palmieri, Administrative Assistant [email protected]

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.


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 [email protected]



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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 [email protected] 201-891-8275

Al Daloisio [email protected] 201 891-3629

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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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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


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 [email protected] 201-891-4909

Tom Veit [email protected] 201-444-2683

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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 [email protected] 201-790-5731

Fr. Carlos Briceño [email protected] 201-891-1122 x 204 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 973-768-4481


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.



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 [email protected] 201-891-4909

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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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 201-445-8175

Peter Ingrasci [email protected] 201-493-0870

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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.


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 [email protected] 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

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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.



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 [email protected] 973-879-9109

Jenica Purisima [email protected] 908-507-3214



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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 347-572-5335

Dan McHugh [email protected] 201-650-9094


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 [email protected] 201-891-3629


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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.


Council Members

Mary Brown

Joseph Chiarelli

Jean Gaviglio

John LaDuca

Patrick McCarthy

Keri Rigoli

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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.




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.

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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 [email protected] 201-747-6279

Girl Scouts: Laura McGowan [email protected] 201-400-9705

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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

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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

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MINISTRY GUIDEBOOK · 2019. 9. 19. · Music Ministry An old saying goes “those who sing pray twice.” Music is a vital component of our liturgical celebration and St. Elizabeth’s