Saint Helen Ministries

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We're blessed to be able to offer a variety of ministry opportunities to serve both the people of our community, as well as those outside it who need support or other types of social outreach. A special thank-you to all of our ministry volunteers and leaders for helping us offer these opportunities. You can search all of the available ministries below and click to learn more.
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Altar Servers

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 […]

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Care Ministry

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 […]

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Caregiver’s Support

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 […]

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Catholic Families Connect

Catholic Families Connect brings families with young children together. Our purpose is to connect with one another, connect with the less fortunate and, most importantly, connect with God!Never feel you […]

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Children’s Liturgy of the Word

Children’s Liturgy of the Word has returned during the 10:00am Mass on Sunday! Children’s Liturgy of the Word enriches the liturgical experience of our children in Grades 1 – 4 […]

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Christ Centered Crochet Club (4C’s)

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. […]

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Cornerstone

Cornerstone is a 26-hour retreat which provides you with the opportunity to reflect, renew and strengthen your faith while meeting other members of our community. The retreat is hosted by […]

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Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist

Parishioners are trained and commissioned to distribute the Eucharist at all Masses. They also bring the Eucharist to the homebound and the Nursing Home.

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Family Support for Persons with Disabilities

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 […]

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Funeral Support

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 […]

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Helping Hands and Hearts

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 […]

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Hospitality Ministry

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 […]

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Kids Corner

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 […]

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Media Ministry

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. […]

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Peace and Justice

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, […]

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Prayer Shawl

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 […]

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Respect Life Ministry

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. The Respect […]

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Saint Helen Counseling Project

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. […]

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Service Auction

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 […]

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Twelve

A support group for people impacted by a loved one having an addiction to or abusing alcohol or drugs. Meetings are weekly at Saint Helen on Monday evenings in the […]

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  • 908-232-1214
  • Monday - Friday: 9:30am - 5:00pm
Mass Schedule:
Daily: Monday-Saturday 9:00am
Weekend: Saturday 5:00pm, Sunday 8:00am, 10:00am, 12:00pm, 6:00pm
  • 1600 Rahway Avenue, Westfield, NJ 07090
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