570-225-7410
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St. John XXIII Parish
in the Diocese of Allentown
St. John XXIII offers many different ways to serve. But how do you know what to do?
Ask yourself these questions . . .
Our ministries are divided into groups, based on their basic functions. Each of these groups have opportunities for serving in various ways and for varying amounts of time.
CLEANING, DECORATING, LANDSCAPING, TLC
Mainly working behind the scenes
A/V EQUIPMENT, KIOSK, SOFTWARE
Working behind the scenes
WELCOMING, PARKING, USHER, CAFE
Interacting with people
LECTOR, EUCHARISTIC MINISTER, ALTAR SERVER, CHOIR, SACRISTAN, OFFERTORY GUIDE
Working in the forefront
ROSARY, NOVENA, INTERCESSOR, SEVEN SISTERS, FASTING BROTHERS
Mainly behind the scenes or from home
FRONT DESK, LINENS, COLLECTION COUNTERS, ADULT SMALL GROUP
Some interacting, some working behind the scenes
SPIRITUAL WORKS OF MERCY:
COMFORT ANGELS, SPIRITUAL BOUQUETS; UNBOUND
some interacting with people, some behind the scenes
MENTORING IN YOUTH PROGRAMS
Working with kids
Youths assisting the priest during Mass, attending to supporting tasks at the altar. Click for more information.
Setting up refreshments for gatherings and encouraging socialization. Click for more info.
Join together in song, under the direction of our choir director. Sing at 8:30am Sunday Mass & funerals. Contact the choir director. Click for more information.
Operating the A/V equipment during Mass for the church front monitors and for live streaming the Mass online. Click for more information.
Keeps the church sanctuary and ahll looking clean and welcoming. Cleaning done monthly. Click here for more information.
A group that counts the funds collected at Mass each week. Each group volunteers about once a week. Click here for more information.
Performing spiritual works of mercy for parishioners in need through acts of kindness. Click here for information.
Walking with 1st and 2nd graders through their preparation for First Communion. Contact the Youth Formation Director. Click here for more information.
Walk alongside 7th and 8th grade students preparing for Confirmation as a role model and helper. Contact the Youth Formation Director. Click here for more information.
Decorating the church for various holidays and special events. Click here for more information.
Extraordinary Ministers of Communion who serve the Body and Blood of Christ at Mass and to the sick and homebound. Click here for information.
Join in praying for the well being of our parish priest by committing to one day a week of abstinence of your choice. Groups of 6 men fast for the intention of a particular clergy member. Questions? Please email SJ23Ministries@gmail.com. Click here for more information.
Assisting with front desk tasks in the office, including answering phones, filing, etc. Click here for information.
Spend a few moments praying for someone in need or a special intention or event. Click here for information.
Engaging kids in small discussions pertaining to religious eductation topics. Contact the Youth Formation Director. Click here for more information
Engaging kids in small discussions pertaining to religious eductation topics. Contact the Youth Formation Director. Click here for more information.
Maintains software for the hall Kiosk to share information and sign ups for parishioners. Click here for more information.
Volunteers who care for and beautify the grounds around the church.. Click here for more information.
Readers who proclaim the Scriptures at Mass and other services. Click here for more information.
Responsible for the preparation and care of the altar linens. This includes the washing and ironing of purificators, corporals, and altar linens.
Join us in praying Novenas for special intentions in groups or from your home. Contact the coordinator or email SJ23Ministries@gmail.com. Click here for more information.
Guide parishioners in presenting the Gifts to the altar during the Offertory Procession. Contact the Team Leader or email SJ23Ministries@gmail.com. Click here for more information.
Guidance for parking in the church parking lot and maintaining safety. Click here for more information.
Unite as a community praying the Rosary for various intentions, including funerals. Contact the coordinator or email SJ23Ministries@gmail.com. Click here for more information.
Duties include preparing the sacred vessels, hosts, and wine for Mass and cleaning the vessels following Mass. Click here for more information.
Join the Seven Sisters Apostolate and pray for the well-being of our parish priest or other clergy in a weekly Holy Hour. The group of seven cover the entire week, with each woman praying one of the days. Email SJ23Ministries@gmail.com to sign up. Click here for more information.
Guide group conversations based on pre-written topics. Click here for more information.
Creating a spiritual bouquet card for active ministers who have lost a loved one, and providing direction for parishioners who would like to create one. Click here for more information.
Tidying up after Mass and keeping things clean, safe, and supplies replenished during some events. Click here for more information.
Praying silently with a team of 2 or 3 for an individual in need of healing during an Unbound session. Click here for more information.
Assisting seating in the church and with collection. Click here for more information.
Engaging kids in activities for spiritual growth for two weeks in summer. Contact the Youth Formation Director. Click here for more information.
Parish volunteers who warmly welcome parishioners as they enter the Church for Mass. Click here for more information.
Since there is a potential for children to part of many of these ministries, or to be at the parish, all ministers should obtain clearances according to the Diocese Safe Environment Program.
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