The Religious Education Program has grown to more than 600 students in grades 1 - 8. This catechetical ministry works because of the dedication of a large team of adult and young adult volunteers who want to share their faith with the children of the parish. The time commitment ranges from 2 hours per year to a few hours a month. Volunteers are needed in all areas of this vibrant ministry. Please prayerfully consider volunteering and if interested click here for the registration form.
God Bless,
Cathy McGuire, DRE (973 584-9444)
Volunteer Opportunities
Catechist: Lead teacher for assigned class; training and guidance provided. Commitment to full program year (15 sessions) is required.
Classroom Aides: Assist Catechist with activities in classrooms in 1st & 2nd grade. Commitment to a full program year (15 sessions) preferred but not required.
Event Help: Called upon periodically during the year to help with special events i.e. banner placement, retreat days and setting up for meetings.
Hallway Duty: Building security while classes are in session is of paramount concern to us. Volunteer Hall Monitors are stationed in the hallway/office at all times while classes are in session.
Mission Committee: Assist with Advent (gift boxes) and Lenten (project rice bowl) service collections.
Parent Advisory Board: The Board meets 4 times a year while the program is in session. Parents with children registered in the program are encouraged to join the board. Please come and share your ideas and thoughts on how to better the program for all the children in the program.
Private Tutor: Needed to work one-on-one with children needing to catch up on missed years of religious education. Very flexible schedule and time commitment. Training and guidance provided.
Substitutes: Called upon periodically during the year to lead a class when the catechist is unable to teach. Lesson plans are provided. Protecting God's Children background check required.