Contact information for staff
persons can be found in the Directory link
WORD CLUSTER
Word Ministry includes all ministries associated with proclaiming and teaching the
Good News to foster Christian discipleship
Adult Faith Enrichment Committee -
Sr. Joan Connelly 232-8137
joan.connelly1@verizon.net
Offers opportunities for adults to enrich their understanding of faith through education, experiences and activities
conducive to the spiritual growth of the Holy Trinity Community
Holy Trinity Interparochial School
Sister Maureen Fichner, S.S.J., Principal
233-0484 office-wc@htisnj.com
R.C.I.A. Team - Sr. Joan Connelly
The
RCIA is the process through which adults are fully initiated into the Catholic faith community. Those who would like to become a Roman Catholic, an adult who has never been baptized as well as those
baptized into the Christian traditions, participate in this process. RCIA is
also open to those baptized Catholics who have never completed the Sacraments of Initiation and desire to do so. Those who become catechumens (the un-baptized) or candidates (those seeking full communion) are provided
with parish sponsors who will assist them on their spiritual journey.
Faith Formation Teachers/Aides (pre-K to
8) - Sr. Kathleen Burton
Share your faith with the young people of our parish community. Training
and educational seminars are required. Class schedules and locations vary.
Sacramental Preparation:
Baptism Team - Sr. Joan or Deacon Tom
Parents must arrange for the Baptism of their child. Arrangements
may also be made during pregnancy. Both parents and godparents are invited to attend the Baptismal instruction which must
be completed by the Baptism. At least one parent must attend.
Confirmation Team - Sr. Kathleen Burton
This sacrament is conferred upon young adults who have successfully completed the necessary requirements. Mentors journey with a small group of candidates, sharing their faith with those seeking
confirmation
First Eucharist Team - Sr. Kathleen Burton
Assist with the catechetical and formational experiences necessary for children
preparing for First Eucharist
Reconciliation
Team - Sr. Kathleen Burton
Marriage Preparation (Couple to Couple) -
Deacon Tom Pluta
Small Church Communities
- Sr. Joan Connelly
This is an opportunity for parishioners to gather and engage in prayer, faith sharing, scripture study and outreach
in accord with Catholic teachings and Scripture.
Vocations Committee - John Salvato 518-1831
WORSHIP CLUSTER
Ministry of worship includes all ministries involved in enhancing the journey of faith
through prayer, Spirit-filled Eucharistic and para-liturgical services and other sacramental celebrations.
Altar Servers - Donna Campanella
Youth
For children in grades 4th thru 8th who have received
First Eucharist. Training is required.
The children are assigned to one mass time and will receive a schedule of their Sundays to serve. This is a wonderful opportunity for the children to truly be part of our worship community.
Adult
Adults who have received the sacrament of Eucharist have the opportunity to serve at Funeral Liturgies. Training is required.
Art/Environment -
Helen Snyder 233-0111
Creativity
is within all of us. Decorating the church keeps the overall environment of the
church a more pleasant way to pray.
Children's Liturgy of
the Word (CLOW) - Sr. Kathleen Burton
Each Sunday during the 9:00 am liturgy the children in grades 1st thru 4th are invited
to leave after the opening prayer. Leaders, readers and instrumentalist volunteers
share the Word of the Lord, making it come alive through dialogue and music. Children
return to the larger church community for liturgy of the Eucharist. Readers
Choirs:
Adult Choir- Roxanne McAlvaney
This group performs during the 10:30 am liturgy and at the Christmas celebrations. They rehearse on a weekly basis.
Handbell Choir- Roxanne
McAlvaney
This Choir
performs at the Christmas Liturgies.
Children's Choir - Roxanne
McAlvaney
This
Choir performs at Select Liturgies.
Youth Choir - Sara Hedgepeth
This
choir performs at Youth Masses and Services
Contemporary Ensemble - Sara Hedgepeth
654-0894 hedgehog5@verizon.net
This group performs during the 9:00 AM liturgy and at Lenten and Christmas celebrations. They rehearse on a weekly basis.
Eucharistic Ministers - Anita
Dazzo
233-8710 jacnin@comcast.net
Eucharistic Ministers serve the community at Sunday and weekday liturgies and visitation the homebound and residents
at Sunrise Assisted Living. Masses are assigned on a rotating basis. Training is required.
Liturgy Committee - Ken Riley
654-7673
This committee works in conjunction with the pastor in preparing Sunday and special liturgies that will bring
the community closer together as they pray in faith.
Ministers of Hospitality -
Men and women parishioners greet and welcome parishioners as they enter the church for liturgy; assist with
seating; take up the collection and distribute bulletins and notices.
Marian Movement of Priests - Helen
Snyder 233-0111
Readers - Sr. Joan Connelly
At liturgy, Readers read the appointed scripture of the day and general intercessions. Masses are assigned on a rotating basis. Training is required. A
workbook containing the scriptures for each Sunday is given to all Readers to enable them to prepare in advance.
Senior Servers (Funerals) - Deacon
Tom
COMMUNITY BUILDING CLUSTER
Ministry of Community Building involves all ministries engaged in promoting a sense
of belonging and celebration through parish social events, outreach and support groups.
Bereavement Support - Agnes Trainor
654-6074
Group organized to offer emotional and spiritual support for parishioner’s journeying through the stages
of loss, grief and healing.
Catholic Daughters - Anne Checchio
233-5483
Christian Family Movement (CFM)
Cornerstone: Women - Patty Kelly
233-5738
pattyckelly@aol.com
Men -
Deacon Tom Pluta
A weekend to experience a sharing of faith and spiritual growth through personal talks, group sharing, prayer
and sacrament. The weekend also allows time for personal reflection and prayer
as well as one on one interaction. Cornerstone, a 26 hour retreat, welcomes members
of our parish community on a Friday evening and ends with a special Mass Saturday evening.
Separated/Divorced/Widowed Persons -
Deacon Tom Pluta
Parish Social Committee - Charlie
Weidman 908-612-6377
cweidman@financial-focus.net
This group is devoted to building parish community through various social functions that strengthen current
bonds to our church and also welcome new parishioners to join in on family and fun events.
Rainbows for All God's Children
- Lee Taylor 654-6396
rainbowsofholytrinity@comcast.net
www.rainbowsnj.org
Trained facilitators help support and guide children age 4 1/2 to 8th grade that have experienced
a loss through death or divorce.
Rosary Altar Society
- Rosalie Aiello 232-6460
Scouting Program:
Youth members of the community enjoy the wonderful and fulfilling experience of Scouting.
Boy Scouts
- James Gilmartin 301-1177
gilmartinj@nfl.com
Girl Scouts - Michelle
Massa 233-1983
michelle_massa@msn.com
Senior Social Club -
Reverend Matthew Looney
HT School Sports Programs- Jim
Kileen 908-723-2244
joce522@comcast.net
HT Parish Basketball - Bill Fitzptrick bill.fitzpatrick@verizon.net
Stewardship Committee - Deacon
Tom Pluta
Youth Ministry Patricia Martin
Rooted in the spiritual and social development of junior high and high school youths, this group holds regular
WEEKLY meetings, goes on retreats, has lock-ins, conducts prayer services, the youth masses, has peer ministry training and
performs community service.
SERVICE CLUSTER
Ministry of Service includes ministries working together to bring the Gospel message
into the world by actions centered on justice, peace and charity.
AIDS Support Group - Anita Dazzo
233-8710 jacnin@comcast.net
Support is offered to those afflicted by and infected with AIDS or HIV and for their families and friends.
Altar Linens Volunteers -
Call the rectory
These parishioners are dedicated to the care and cleaning of the altar linens and vestments.
Archbishop's Annual Appeal
- Frank Isoldi 908-232-2937
These individuals assist the pastor in bringing awareness to the parish as well as assisting our parish to achieve
the goal set by the Archbishop.
Baptismal Robes
- Call the rectory
An outward sign of purity, the baptismal robes that cover each child baptized into our faith, are sown with
love by our parishioners.
Blood Drive - Bob Dillon
233-9374 redillonjr@aol.com
This requires assistance in scheduling, recruiting and operating the annual blood drive. Additional needs include obtaining baked goods for those who donate and general help to the Red Cross.
Collection Counters - Bob Dillon
233-9374 redillonjr@aol.com
These parishioners are responsible for tabulating the Sunday collections.
Food Pantry - Rose O'Hare
232-8137 rose.ohare@verizon.net
Help is always needed to move the monthly donations to the food pantry, stack the shelves with the donations,
and staff the pantry for the pick-ups that go to needy families in the area.
Giving Tree & Backpack Program -
Joan Pulliam
233-8202 rascal321@juno.com
An annual gift collection and distribution project that shares the Christmas Spirit with our needy brothers
and sisters in neighboring communities.
Helping Hands - Eileen Fox
789-2713 eofoxnew@msn.com
This is an outreach program to meet the needs of our parish seniors, homebound, and those who may need special
assistance. Areas of service are errands, transportation, and meals on an as
needed basis.
Meals for the Homeless - Donna Campanella
232-8137 donna.campa@verizon.net
Respect Life Committee
- Kevin Morrissey 789-9591 kfmo02@yahoo.com
This Pro-life group is a prayful and peaceful presence in the community attesting to the sacredness
of all life from conception to natural death. They affirm the beauty of life,
encourage prayer and inform parishioners of pro-life issues as well as extend loving expressions of care to those faced with
crisis pregnancies and other related dilemmas.
Sandwich Group -
Deacon Keith
654-7807 gibcrew@comcast.net
This outreach program provides sandwiches to those in need throughout the surrounding communities.
Soup Kitchen - Deacon Keith
These volunteers cook and serve meals to the people in need at St. Joseph’s Social Service Center.
This is done on a monthly basis.
Thanksgiving Food Baskets - Deacon Tom
Peace
& Justice - Madeleine & Walter Korfmacher
789-8477 madeleine252@yahoo.com
A group committed to raising awareness of social justice issues like hunger, homelessness and poverty in light of Catholic teaching and to advocate for change in accord with the Gospel’s preferential
option for the poor and the moral obligation to be faithful citizens.
Computer/Web
Help
Those with knowledge in this area are encouraged to share and help the parish in its continuing quest to stay
current with this changing environment.
Cornerstone Service Initiative "CSI" – Charlie Weidman
612-6377 or CWeidman@financial-focus.net
Men and women who have attended
Cornerstone retreats sponsored by Holy Trinity and St Helens parishes have developed a Community Service Initiative to help
people in need. Examples include helping senior citizens with labor intensive chores (pruning bushes, moving household
items to curbside for town wide annual pickup), helping the Furniture Assist program, installing smoke detectors and/or replacing
batteries in conjunction with National Fire Prevention month in October. We continue to seek new opportunities to help the
community. And we are always looking for more Cornerstone volunteers to help assist. Community service is a nice
way to continue the Cornerstone experience.
