Altar service is one of the oldest ministries in the Church. Its focus is to help prepare for worship services by setting the altar table and lighting the candles. In spring and fall, the Parish recruits and trains new altar servers (generally boys and girls in Grade 3 and higher).
Interested in becoming an altar server?
Contact Adrian Soltys at [email protected]
We provide transportation to church or appointments, visitation to the home bound, and occasional meals.
If this Care Ministry would benefit you or a loved one contact Marilyn Ryan at (908)232-1214 x 113 or [email protected]
If you would like to volunteer with the Catholic Care Ministry
please contact:
Janice Meister at [email protected] or
Susan Dodge at [email protected]
This group provides support for persons who are responsible for the care of a family member or friend. We share our experiences, understanding, and suggestions for coping as you navigate this challenging and rewarding journey. It is important to take care of yourself and to know that you are not alone. We are here for you.
This group meets on the first Wednesday of every month (except July and August) at 7:30 PM in the Parish Library. For information, please contact Cathy Colon at [email protected]
September - 24
October - 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
November - 5, 12, 19, 26
December - 3 ,10, 17 (NO CLOW ON DEC. 24 or DEC. 31)
January - 7, 14, 21, 28
February - 4, 11, 18, 25
March - 3, 10, 17 (NO CLOW ON MAR. 24 OR MAR. 31)
April - 7, 14, 21 , 28
May - 5, 12, 19 (NO CLOW ON MAY 26)
June - 2, 9, 16 (FINAL CLOW JUNE 16)
Also known as the 4C’s ~ the Christ Centered Crochet Club is a ministry of children and adults, dedicated to sharing their talents and enjoying fellowship, all while serving others. All are welcome! In the past hats have been distributed to:
Premature Babies in Newark Beth Israel Hospital
Overlook Hospital Oncology Patients
Purple Hats for Shaken Baby Syndrome Awareness
Morristown Memorial’s Goryeb Children’s Hospital
Sloan Kettering Hospital
The Center for Hope Hospice
Trinitas Hospital in Elizabeth
Please phone or email (973-497-4309 or [email protected]) of the office of Pastoral Ministry with Persons with Disabilities for the Newark Archdiocese for current information on the support programs available for parents particularly, as well as inclusive family Masses and other events.
Parishioners help with the Funeral Mass by being a welcoming presence to the family and friends of the deceased. They assist those participating in the Liturgy when proclaiming the readings and bringing up the Offertory gifts.
Their presence let the family know that they are being supported by the parish during this difficult time.
Saint Helen Helping Hands & Hearts outreach program meets the spiritual, material and financial needs of the community. This program includes the Prayer Network, the Care Ministry, One-on-one Ministry, Genesis Nursing Home, and care for the poor and homeless through the Soup Kitchen and other projects.
To provide financial assistance for these projects, two special collections are taken up each year and Memorials are accepted at any time.
Serving our parish family is a privilege and an honor. Enhancing the Sunday Liturgy with intentional ministers who are welcoming, helpful and supportive to all is an essential role to fill at the Parish Community of Saint Helen.
If you would like more information about the Hospitality Ministry, please contact Gail Laughlin at gla[email protected] or Eileen Passananti at [email protected].
Kids Corner is developmentally appropriate worship designed specifically for our young children during the 10:00 AM Mass. While parents attend Mass, Kids Corner provides an opportunity for children to learn about our Catholic faith. Children learn about the Mass, practice memory verses from scripture, sing songs of worship, pray together, and have FUN in a safe, Christ-centered environment.
Children age 2 attend Kids Corner Terrific Twos Worship, Kids Corner Preschool Worship is open to children ages 3-4, and Kindergarten children attend Kids Corner Kindergarten Worship.
Please reach out to Tracey Sowa, Kids Corner Coordinator, at [email protected] for more information on these programs.
These parishioners with strong technology skills, (including students), help to enhance the Mass by projecting song lyrics, some prayers, and occasional videos during the liturgy on Sunday and Holy Days.
Interested in becoming a media minister?
Contact Adrian Soltys at [email protected]
The Mental Health Ministry uses theological, psychological, and social perspectives to equip the Church to support mental health and well-being. We are raising mental health awareness within our faith community and providing theologically-sound educational resources and training to promote mental wellness.
Our Mission Statement is: We are here to walk with others who are struggling with mental health in a confidential manner while using a Catholic perspective.
For more information, contact Liz Migneco at l[email protected] or Liz Greenop at [email protected]
In conjunction with Holy Trinity, the goal of this committee is to help parishioners engage in the public forum by advocating the principles of Catholic Social Teaching in the economic, political and social decisions made in our community, state, nation and world.
These principles, drawn from the Gospels and explained by the Church, offer Catholics a way to live their faith to the fullest.
The Prayer Shawl Ministry is a way for people who love to knit or crochet to use their talents to bring hope to people in our community who are experiencing difficulties in their lives. The shawls are tangible signs of God’s comfort and peace and are a source of healing, hope and courage.
They meet the 1st Monday of each month at 9:30am
If interested contact Lori Gewirtz at [email protected] or 908-322-8140 for more information.
If you or a loved one would like to receive a Prayer Shawl, please contact the Parish Center.
The bedrock principle of the Catholic Church is that life begins at conception and must be protected with utmost care from the moment of conception until natural death.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Liz Migneco is available to assist individuals, couples and families who may be experiencing difficulties and stressors in their everyday lives. For additional information, please call 908-232-1214, ext. 105. All calls are confidential.
After a hiatus of nearly five years due to the new church construction and the pandemic, the Service Auction is returning. Past service auctions have raised more than $50,000 to allow Saint Helen to help the homeless of Union County.
Join us to help restart one of the largest Saint Helen fundraisers of the year!
