Parish Group/Organizations/Ministries
Ministries, Groups and Organizations in Saint Maximilian Kolbe Parish
Saint Maximilian Kolbe Parish invites parishioners of all ages and with varied interests to review the following list of Parish Ministries, Groups and Organizations and to become an active parish member or volunteer.
If you are interested in joining a Parish Ministry, Group or Organization, we ask you to contact the office staff at 609-390-0664.
We will ensure that a contact person is informed of your interest.
Adoration
1st Friday, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Contact Deb, 484-883-8905.
Altar Servers
“When kids volunteer it tells others that they don’t have to be perfect or famous or even grown up to make a difference.” Kalynn Dobos, age 7
Contact: Cathy in the Parish Office, 609-390-0664, to set an appointment with Father Piotr if you would like to be an Altar Server.
Anointing of the Sick
Contact Parish Office, 609-390-0664.
Baptism
Are held at Church of the Resurrection on the 3rd Sunday of the month at Noon. Saint Casimir Church is by appointment, Contact Cathy, 609-390-0664.
Bible Study
Monday Evening Bible Study
See how the Holy Spirit turned frightened men and women into fearless evangelists proclaiming Christ crucified and risen from the dead as our Bible Study group studies and discusses The Acts of the Apostles using commentary by Scott Hahn, who was a prominent Presbyterian minister converted to Catholicism. We meet in the double classroom of St. Maximilian Kolbe Church in Marmora on Monday nights from 6:30-8:30 pm. If interested, call Bill at 609-602-8421 or Dianne at 609-287-3521 or just show up.
Bulletin Submissions
Due one week in advance of date when the announcement will run. Contact Helen in the parish office at 609-390-0664.
Charismatic Prayer Group
Meets every Tuesday, 10:30 - noon, Church of the Resurrection classroom #3.
Church Decorating Committee
Contact Parish Office, 609-390-0664.
Confirmation
Sacrament of Confirmation is held at Church of the Resurrection once a year please contact, PREP Director, Agnes, 609-390-2203 for more information.
Creation Care Team
Contact Ann, 609-425-2035
Divine Mercy Prayer Group
Meets every Wednesday, 3:00pm, Church of the Resurrection (in church), Marmora.
Meets every Wednesday, 3:00 pm, St. Casimir Church.
How to Recite the Divine Mercy Chaplet Prayer
Divine Mercy Sunday Novena (Novena is prayed from Good Friday until Divine Mercy Sunday)
Eucharistic Ministers \ Lectors
We thank you for prayerfully considering our Lord’s call to serve in His Name
Eucharistic Ministers are trained lay ministers with a deep understanding of the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the bread and wine. Eucharistic Ministers share the Body and Blood of Christ with the community of parishioners united by a common faith. They assist the priest in distributing the body and Blood of Christ during Mass and by taking the body and blood into the community to those not able to be in church. Through their service, members strive to fulfill the Lord’s command to Peter, “Feed my sheep.” John 21:17
“Go out to all the world and proclaim the Good News.” Mark 16:15
The Lector/Reader is responsible for reading aloud excerpts of the scripture during the liturgy. From the very beginning, Christians have gathered together to hear the word of God, and, from the very beginning, there have been individuals entrusted with the task of reading the word.
Please contact Cathy at the office for more information 609-390-0664.
Family Promise
Deeds of loving-kindness are equal in weight to all the commandments. Jerusalem Talmud
Parish Volunteers – Caring for the Homeless in our Community, through this Interdenominational/ National Program.
For information please call Dianne at 609-390-9658 or Millie at 609-624-9023.
First Eucharist
Sacrament of First Eucharist is held at Church of the Resurrection once a year, please contact PREP Director, Agnes, 609-390-0664 for more information.
Food Pantry
The Food Pantry in Marmora is open Wednesday from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm, 609-390-0664.
The Food Pantry in Woodbine is open Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 9 AM to 12 PM, 609-861-5992.
Gift Card Sales
You may purchase gift cards to various local retail stores to assist the parish. With each purchase of a gift card, the parish received 5% to 10% of the value. Sales are done in the parish office or after Mass on the weekends in the gathering area.
Holy Hour & Eucharistic Adoration
1st Friday from 9:00am-1:00pm. Contact the Parish Office at 609-390-0664.
Holy Orders
Contact the office at 609-390-0664.
Home bound Visits
Contact the Parish Office at 609-390-0664.
Hospitality Committee
“No one cares what you know, unless they know that you care.”
Members meet as needed to graciously serve parish gatherings, enhancing these functions with food and fellowship.
Contact Trish, 609-703-9126.
Knights of Columbus
…Being a man or a woman who makes a difference is a matter of choice. Byron Garrett
Monsignor James J. Zegers, Resurrection Council 9113 – Contact: Steve, 609-385-3355. Meeting – 2nd Wednesday/mo, 7:30 pm Resurrection Church, Dbl. Classroom.
Women’s Auxiliary, Council 9113 – Contact: Jacquie at 732-691-1192, Meeting. – 2nd Wednesday/mo – 7:00 pm Resurrection Church, Rm. 6.
Lectors
Contact Cathy at 609-390-0664.
Legion of Mary
Contact the Parish Office.
Life & Justice Ministry
For more inoformation contact Sister Connie at 215-459-0115.
Marriage Prep
1 year in advance to date of wedding, contact Cathy at 609-390-0664 to set up an appointment.
Meditation on First Friday's also Weekly during Advent & Lent
Church of the Resurrection, 1:15pm- 2:15pm, Classroom #7. All are invited to join with us in Silent Prayer. CAll Deb 484-883-8905 if you have any questions.
Miraculous Medal Novena
Tuesday mornings at Church of the Resurrection following the 8:30 am Mass.
Music Ministry
- Adult Choir - The adult choir rehersases twice a month and plays twice a month for one Sunday 9:30 am Mass and one Sunday 11:00 am Mass. To join the choir or if you have any questions please contact Debbie at 609-703-8373 or email jeguro@comcast.net.
- Children's Youth Choir - The Children sing on the third Sunday at the 9:30 am Mass, Ms. Judi rehearses twice a month, to join or if you have any questions, please call Ms. Judi 609-617-3335.
- If you play an Instrument and wish to be involved in our music ministry please contact the Parish Office, 609-390-0664.
Nar-Anon Family Group
Nar-Anon Family Groups are a worldwide fellowship for those affected by someone else’s addiction. As a twelve step program, we offer our help by sharing our experience, strength and hope.
Contact Shelly at shellymacnj@gmail.com
Parish Nurses
“Being good is commendable, but when combined with doing good, it is useful.”
Parish Nurses provide care of mind, body and spirit by offering screening, education and assistance for our parish community. Nurses and volunteer lay persons are invited to join.
Meetings are held on the 4th Tuesday of the Month in the double classroom at 6:00 pm. For further information Call Gretchen at 610-416-9816.
Parish Religious Education Program (PREP)
Consider being a catechist or aide for Religious Education. The only requirements are a love of your faith and children, and a willingness to share your faith with our Parish children. You do not have to be a teacher by profession. The Religious Education Office will train you and offer support throughout the year. Please contact Agnes, at 609-390-2203 for further information.
Parish 12 Step Program ~ AA
Resurrection Church, Marmora
Meetings for AA are held every Thursday Night at 7:30 pm, Double Classroom.
Saint Casimir Church, Woodbine
Meetings for AA are held in the St. Joseph’s Building
Every Monday at 10:00 am
Every Thursday at 5:30 pm Women Group
Every Friday at 6:00 pm
Pastoral Council
2nd Thursday, 7:00 pm, Immaculata Hall, contact Parish Office 609-390-0664.
Pastoral Financial Council
Quarterly meetings in Immaculata Hall at 6:00 pm, contact Fr. Piotr 609-390-0664.
Prayer Shawls
3rd Wednesday, 7:00 pm, Church of the Resurrection, contact Veronica 609-390-1353.
Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich Making
2nd Thursday of the month, 4:30 pm, contact Agnes 609-390-2203.
Praying for our Adult Sons and Daughters
3rd Wednesday, Church of the Resurrection, 6:30pm, double classroom, contact Debbie, 609-214-5713.
Reconciliation
Wednesday, 5:30 pm to 6:00 pm (except the first Wednesday of the month) at Church of the Resurrection.
Saint Casimir by appointment.
Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA)
Contact the office at 609-390-0664.
Rosary
Recited Monday – Friday 8:00 am before Mass at Resurrection Church.
Rosary Prayer Group
Tuesday, 7:00 pm, Church of the Resurrection Extension.Contact Maddy: 609-408-8752
Safe Environment
Contact Agnes at 609-390-2203.
Saint Maximilian Kolbe's Adult Social Club
Contact Jacquie at 732-691-1192.
Saint Maximilian Kolbe Thrift Shop
This Thrift Shop is located in Woodbine and is open Tuesday – Saturday 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, the food pantry is open 9:30 am to 12:00 pm. For more information call 609-861-5992.
Saint Maximilian's Helpers
Saint Maximilian Helpers is a newer all-purpose helping hands ministry, providing services like transportation, occasional meals, help with grocery shopping and errands, respite for caregivers, nursing home visits, telephone wellness checks, etc.
We serve adult parishioners of all ages (18 +) and all life stages throughout the entire parish.
Parishioners who would like some help simply need to call and request assistance. We will try our very best to match a volunteer to the need. For assistance, please call Lisa at 609-861-0198.
More volunteers are gladly welcomed. There are no meetings to attend since we stay in touch by phone and email. Questions? Please call Lisa at 609-861-0198. We look forward to hearing from you!
Saint Maximilian's Mosaic
4th Wednesday, 7:00 pm, Church of the Resurrection, contact Janice 609-602-3858.
Saint Vincent de Paul Society
In the Gospel today, Jesus says “Whoever serves me must follow me, and where I am, there also will my servant be. The Father will honor whoever serves me.”
When we help the poor, we are truly followers of Jesus, servant of the poor. And now, the need is truly intense. Many neighbors are struggling to get full week’s work and manage the health impacts due to COVID. We have served our neighbors in rent, utilities, transportation, and infant supplies. In the past two months, over $4500 has been disbursed in your name! We thank you for your generosity, through which you have been the servant of the poor.
By placing a gift in the Poor Box for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, you will give a sign of God’s love to those who are suffering, and you will inspire them with Easter hope and joy.
You can share in the role as “servant of the poor” ministry by calling 609-938-6553. We welcome the many talents you can muster!
Meetings, 1st Wednesday/month 6:00 pm
Classroom area, Resurrection Church
To contact St. Vincent DePaul Society please call 609-938-6553. Leave your name, phone number and short message explain why you are contacting them.
Ushers
Our Ushers engender a spirit of hospitality and welcome to our faith community. They also assist individuals in sharing gifts of the spirit on behalf of the liturgy.
Contact Parish Office 609-390-0664.
Women's Auxiliary Knights of Columbus 9113
Women’s Auxiliary, Council 9113 – Contact: Claire at 610-804-0341– Meeting 2nd Wednesday/mo – 7:00 pm Resurrection Church, Double Classroom.
Young Adult Ministry
Saint Maximilian Kolbe Young Adult Ministry serves our young people ages 18-39. Our goal is to empower the young people to live as disciples of Jesus Christ and as active members of our parish community. Serving our young adults is important to our parish. You bring life and energy to our parish and the Church in a unique and much needed way. The Young Adult Ministry team recognizes this is a wide range of ages. We are committed to providing for the vast needs of our young people.
Please contact Susan Phillips, Coordinator of Youth and Young Adult Ministry at youthministersusan@gmail.com
Youth Group Ministry
Saint Maximilian Kolbe Youth Ministry serves our High School youth. Our goal is to empower these youth to live as disciples of Jesus Christ and draw them into the parish community while helping them develop personally and spiritually.
Please contact Susan, Coordinator of Youth and Young Adult Ministry at youthministersusan@gmail.com