Ministries
Office: (973)226-7288
Helping Hands
Helping Hands is a ministry that encompasses various needs in the parish. We visit the homebound, give caregivers time away from home, shop for those unable to do so, and drive parishioners to church, doctors, or the hospital. Periodically, we have special lectures and programs addressing pertinent subjects. Contact the parish office if you'd like to be a helping hand!
Sick and Home Bound
Volunteers are needed who could be called on in an emergency such as card apostolate, food-in-emergency, etc. If you have anyone at home who is homebound or not able to get to church, please contact the rectory office and leave your name. We will see that they are visited on a regular basis.
Visiting The Sick
Since hospitals are now bound by privacy laws and can no longer release the names of their patients. If you, a family member or loved one are hospitalized, please be sure to have someone contact the Rectory (973)226-7288 so that we can try to visit. Your call is the only means we have of knowing if someone is hospitalized.
Caregivers Group
A support group for those caring for elderly and/or sick parents. A social worker is part of this monthly meeting.
"Friendly Solos"
A social group for widows/widowers that provides a circle of friendship through a variety of activities including: movie nights, cards, dinners, lunch-brunches, theatre, and two general meeting each year. For information contact the Rectory at (973)226-7288.
Parish and School Advisory Committees
Trinity Academy Advisory Board
Two members of the parish who assist the Pastor and Principal in formulating and administering policies intended to achieve the mission of Trinity Academy. Contact the Rectory office at (973)226-7288 if you are interested.
Buildings and Grounds
Those whose professional experience and advice can contribute to the efficient upkeep of the entire physical plant, facilities, and Church property please contact the office at (973)226-7288.
Parish Access Centers
Sponsored by the Archdiocese of Newark, the centers provide the broadest variety of social service assistance by Catholic Community Services. For a referral to the service that will fit your need, contact the centers at 1-800-CCS-7413.
Social Concerns Committee
The focus of this committee is outreach and service to the Parish and the larger community. The Committee reviews requests for help and recommends projects to the Parish. Past activities included the blood bank, food drives, and Heart Sunday. Contact the rectory office at (973)226-7288.
Parish Socials
Once a year, the parishioners gather to enjoy dinner and dancing at a Parish Social and to gather together at a Parish Picnic. There's always a need for volunteers to help make arrangements.
Spiritual Life and Liturgy
The prayer and life of our Parish Community are at the center of its spiritual life. These include the Sunday and daily Masses, special liturgies, paraliturgies, and prayer services. Involved in planning these and other spiritual activities of the Parish is the Spiritual Life-Liturgy Planning Committee. (973)226-7288.
Liturgical Ministries
Eucharistic Ministers, Lectors, and Altar Servers are an integral part of our Sunday and daily Masses. Men who are available can also serve at funeral Masses. Ushers, women as well as men, greet people before Mass and help with the collection at the Sunday Masses. Altar Ministry involves persons who wish to wash and press altar linens. Contact the rectory office at (973)226-7288 if you are interested in helping. The Parish Choir and the Folk Group greatly enhance our Sunday Masses and are always happy to welcome new members, singers, and/or instrumentalists. Parish Choir rehearsals are held on Thursday evenings at 7:30 pm in the Church. Folk Group rehearsals are held on Sunday Mornings at 8:45 am in class room # 7. Contact Donald Pennell at (973)226-7288 (Choir) or Joe Yorlano at (973)244-1519 (Folk).
Babysitting for Children
A program for children ages 3 to 5 held on Sunday during the 10:00 am Mass in Room 1 (School Building). New helpers are always welcome. Contact Cathy Gibbons at (973)226-5251.
Liturgy of the Word For Children
Every Sunday, children from kindergarten through second grade are invited to leave the 10:00 am Mass during the Liturgy of the Word. They listen and discuss these same readings on their level. Contact Cathy Gibbons at (973)226-5251 if you'd like to lead the children's liturgy.
Children's Choir
Children from kindergarten through the eighth grade are welcome to join the choir. Rehearsals are held on Sundays from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. Contact Beverly Chisholm at (973)228-9576.
Youth and Young Adults
The Youth Program offers teenagers an opportunity for growth in faith of affiliation with the Parish. Weekly Youth Group meetings attempt to build community and provide a trusted atmosphere for teens to share their experiences. The Antioch Weekend ministers to teenagers by touching their lives and providing the environment where they can experience God. A Peer Ministry Course is 9 weeks of formal instruction followed by an overnight session to equip the youth with the leadership skills needed for ministering to others. Young adults and teenagers partake in many other activities during the year such as the Halloween Costume Contest, Christmas Caroling, the Passion Play, a Lock-In, etc. Adults are needed to help with these activities and are enablers for young people to be a vibrant part of the Parish. You will find it very rewarding. Contact Damian Kennedy at (973)364-8423.
Social Activities for Children
During the school year, activities such as roller skating, bowling, dances, movies, or pizza parties are offered for children in the Parish from kindergarten through eighth grade. Playgroup for children 12 months to 3 years old is on Tuesday mornings from 10:30 am to 11:30 am in the Meeting Room. Contact Cathy Gibbons at (973)226-5251.