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Adoration
of the Blessed Sacrament
Adoration of the Blessed
Sacrament is held each Monday from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. This holy time is in answer
to the question that Jesus asked his Apostles: "Can you watch one hour with
me?" All are urged to say "YES" and to spend as much time as they
can.
Alcoholics
Anonymous
This group meets Friday evening
at 7:30 PM in the All Purpose Room
Altar Servers are a group of
young boys or girls who serve at the altar enhancing the reverence and beauty of
our liturgies. This ministry begins with the 4th grade. (For
more on Altar Servers click here)
ANGELS
Angels are adult parishioners
who commit time and talent to the office staff whenever assistance is needed.
For example; answering phones during lunch hour. Angels welcome opportunities to
reach out and lend a hand to other ministries as well. This may include light
clerical work, mailings, phone calls, and cards to our sick and homebound
parishioners. They assist in the NEVER ENDING lists of HELP NEEDED in the
parish. Many hands make light work. Even one hour a week can assist someone in
need.
Bethany
Bethany is a bereavement
support group that meets to lend support to those who have experienced any
significant loss. Please telephone the Parish office for further information.
The Bethany team also assists the family; in planning the funeral liturgy.
Each week our children receive
their own bulletin with games, puzzles and insight to the week's scripture
readings. They can use this during Mass or take it home and discuss with their
parents. The third Sunday of the month, at the 10:30 a.m. mass, children ages
3-12 are invited to the All Purpose Room for their own Liturgy of the Word. They
return to their families for the Liturgy of the Eucharist.
Clothes
For Kids
This is a community ministry
providing clothing for needy children. We accept only NEW clothing, since these
children rarely receive anything new. This is an ongoing project, not only for
the holidays. Please call the office with any questions.
Opportunities are available to
interpret the Sunday readings or topical issues through skits with clowns or
other characters. These skits help all the children of God better understand
what they hear during Mass and relate it to their daily lives.
Eucharistic
Ministers
Eucharistic Ministers assist at
the mass with the distribution of the Eucharist. These ministers also minister
by bringing the Eucharist to the homebound, those in hospitals and nursing
homes. (For more on the
Liturgy Team click here)
Finance
Committee
This group advises the Pastor
in helping to determine what is in the best financial interest of the parish in
reference to the Budget and investments.
Girl
Scout Troop
Girl Scout Troop. The
Girl Scout volunteers are dedicated to helping young girls learn to serve God
and Country.
Brownie Troop. Girls
1st through 3rd grade meet to help develop awareness of community, helping
others and friendship. To join contact the Monmouth Council of Girl Scouts,
Farmingdale.
Helping
Hands
Helping Hands volunteers try to
be aware of needy families and share the donations of food, clothing and money
offered by our parishioners. There are regular visits to nursing home. Food
baskets and gifts are also prepared during the holiday season.
Interfaith
Hospitality Network
This is our ministry to the
homeless. We work together with other churches to serve those in need. For
information call Walter Winrow at 905-6843
Knights
of Columbus Council # 8160
The Knights of Columbus is a
fraternal organization of Catholic men who engage in various social, spiritual
and charitable activities within the community.
Lector/
Commentator
This ministry consists of those
called by the Spirit to proclaim the words of Scripture at Mass. A rotating
schedule is used to enable all who have been called to participate in this life
giving ministry. (For more on
the Liturgy Team click here)
Liturgy
Team
The mission of our liturgy team
is to serve the people of Epiphany by preparing and evaluating the necessary
elements for meaningful and reverent eucharistic celebrations on Sundays and
major feasts of the liturgical year. (For
more on the Liturgy Team click here)
MAGI
"Mature Adult Gathering in
Christ" is a program to foster spiritual and social growth of Epiphany's
adult community. Members consist of men and and women 55 years of age and older.
Members gather the 3rd Thursday of the month from 11:30 -1:00 PM. in the All
Purpose Room for prayer, speakers, presentations and more. Throughout the year
the group attends lectures, trips, luncheons, etc. All are welcome.
Ministers
Of The Sick
This Lay Ministry Team brings
Eucharist to the sick and elderly who are homebound, hospitalized or living in
nursing homes. To ensure a visit by our ministry, please call the parish office.
Morning
Prayer
Each morning at 8:30 a.m. quiet
time is reserved for liturgy of the hours.
Music
Ministry
All parishioners interested in the music ministry, either singing or as an
instrumentalist should contact the music director
Jill Ramme for further information. (For
more on the Music Ministry click here)
Parish
Wellness
A staff of nurses and health
counselors who assist and inform parishioners of health resources available.
Office hours are Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM here at
Epiphany. By appointment please. Call 458-0220.
RCIA
RCIA, The Rite of Christian
Initiation of Adults, welcomes and educates the unbaptized, baptized nonCatholic
or Catholic asking for Sacraments of Initiation into the Catholic Church Call
785-0872.(More on RCIA click
here)
Religious
Education
We celebrate the Sacraments of
Reconciliation and Eucharist for the first time in 2nd grade and Confirmation in
the 8th grade Call the Religious Education office for more information .
785-0872. Also click here to go to the
Religious Education Home Page.
Separated/Divorced/Widowed(Beyond
Bereavement)
This group provides time &
space for those undergoing marital dissolution and loss. They find hope, support
and compassion. They can share, learn and grow in spirit, in a confidential,
non-judgmental atmosphere. All are Welcome.
Ultreya
Ultreya is a support sharing
group for those who have made a Cursillo weekend.
Ushers/Greeters
A new and growing ministry! Be
a friendly and familiar face to all those who enter Epiphany doors. Greet your
parish family and welcome them to mass each week and help distribute bulletins.
A rotating schedule makes this an easy and enjoyable ministry to be part of. (For
more on the Liturgy Team click here)
Welcome
Home
Come. . .Enter. .. Remain.
Have you experienced hurt fear,
pain or intolerance within the church. Come share your story. 458-0220)
Welcoming
Committee
Welcoming new parishioners is
an ongoing effort made by all members of Epiphany. A formal night of welcoming
is done every few months by our welcoming committee. This informational night is
followed by a social of cake and coffee and the opportunity to meet other
members of the parish. All new members are invited.
Youth
Ministry
This group is for High School
young Adults. They meet every Sunday evening from 7:30-9:00 PM at The Church of
Epiphany. Their evenings are filled with discussions, speakers, activities,
prayer, music and of course snacks. There are also service projects, fund
raisers and opportunities to meet other youth groups. The purpose of this group
is to help our youth become active in their Parish Community.
Jr.
High Youth Group
A ministry similar in
activities to the High School group, only for 6, 7 and 8th graders. They meet
every other Thursday from 6:30-8:00 PM at Epiphany.
If interested, contact Liz at 458-6191 or e-mail us at youthgroup@churchofepiphany.org
(More
on Youth Ministry click here)
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