Liturgical Ministries

Liturgy and Worship is the "source and summit of the Christian life." When a parish family gathers around the Lord's Table, it reflects on its past experiences and finds nourishment for all that lies ahead. Well prepared and prayerful liturgies are the basis on which the Holy Angels Parish entire being will be built. 

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"As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of God's varied grace."   I Peter 4:10

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Altar Linen Care

This ministry involves  caring and maintaining the church's environment. This includes making sure the sanctuary and altars are clean and maintained; the care for the  altar cloths and small linens used by the priest and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion(known as EM's) during Mass. The laundering and ironing of the linens is done at the homes of the volunteers on a rotating weekly basis.   If interested, contact Parish Office 856-845-0123

Altar Servers

This Ministry is a most appropriate way for young people to serve their parish community and strengthen their commitment to their faith. Altar Servers assist the clergy in their role of leading liturgical gatherings. Boys and girls may participate as altar servers if they are: • Parishioners of Holy Angels Parish • 4th Grade & up • Attend one of the local Catholic Schools or the parish Religious Education Program • Able to complete the required training as scheduled • Able to participate in Mass and other liturgies as scheduled, including Sundays, Holy Days of Obligation, Weddings and Funerals. 
If interested, contact Deacon Vince Latini at 609-932-6170 or dvlatini@outlook.com ​

Arts & Environment 

The Arts and Environment Committee creates an atmosphere that enhances the worshipping assembly’s celebration of their faith through the visual beauty of the Church environment. This environment also heightens an awareness of the festive, solemn, or penitential nature of the various liturgical seasons. The Committee members meet seasonally to plan the environment, set decorating times, and gather resources. Maintenance is also an important part of this committee’s work. Flowers and plants need to be watered, rearranged, or replaced frequently. The Arts and Environment Committee is always looking for new members to share their ideas, talents and time in making “something beautiful for God.” 
If interested, contact Barbara Hannon at 856-384-1611 ​

Children's Liturgy of the Word(CLOW) 

Members lead children to a separate area during mass where the Liturgy of the Word is shared with the children from the Children's Lectionary. Members must meet the requirements of the Diocesan Office of Safe Environment by attending  CAP Sessions and other requirements. 
 
If interested, contact Irene Clark at 856-845-1660 ​

Extraordinary Ministers

In the Body of Christ, there are a wonderful variety of ministries, which are especially evident when we gather as a community to worship God. Among these ministries is the Eucharistic Minister, who brings the Body of Christ to the faithful. By virtue of our Baptism in Christ, some are called to serve as ministers of the liturgical assembly.  
 
The Holy Angels Community has been blessed with many members who have answered this call, people who are dedicated to the Church’s mission of service. These dedicated members of our Church bring the Body of Christ to God’s people who are homebound, hospitalized or in nursing homes.  

​Ministers need to participate in a Diocesan preparatory class. 
For more information contact:  
Joanne Brown at Parish Office 856-845-0123 
Barbara Gallagher, Extraordinary Ministers Coordinator 856-430-5803 or  ems@holyangelsnj.org 

Lectors/Readers

 In the Body of Christ, there are a wonderful variety of ministries, which are especially evident when we gather as a community to worship God. Among these ministries is the Lector, who proclaims the Word of God to the church assembly. By virtue of our Baptism in Christ, some are called to serve as ministers of the liturgical assembly. 

We are blessed with many members who have answered this call, people who are dedicated to the Church’s mission of service. These dedicated members of our Church proclaim the Word of God at the Sunday Celebrations, Paraliturgies, and of Special occasions. 
 
 If interested contact Angelo Minutillo at 856-384-3269 or lectors@holyangelsnj.org ​

Liturgy Planning

is a consultative group of experienced liturgical ministers and parish staff members that work under the direction of the pastor to plan and prepare the various aspects of the parish’s liturgical celebrations throughout the liturgical seasons. 
This is a working committee that meets once a month, usually on a Monday evening, from September through June. The committee, using various planning resources and under the direction of diocesan guidelines, helps ensure the fullest expression of the Mass in all its constituent elements: the proclamation of the Word, distribution of the Most Holy Eucharist, music, art and environment, and all other supporting functions such as ushering, greeting/welcoming, altar serving, and pre- and post-Mass activities.   The group also plans, coordinates, and provides training and educational gatherings for all liturgical ministers. 

Music Ministry

A love for singing and willingness to give of your time faithfully at rehearsals, learning music and singing at specified liturgies throughout the year are desired qualities for people in this ministry. Sharing one's talent by playing an instrument is also welcomed. 
Cantors and Choir For anyone with the special gifts of a strong voice, and a sure presence, we are always looking for talented Leaders of Song (Cantors) to assist the assembly in praise and worship. 
Additional instrumentation adds to the beauty of our celebrations.  Consider sharing your talents if you play the piano, organ, flute, guitar, trumpet, violin, percussion, etc. 
If interested, contact Michael Plunkett at 853-0019 

Sacristans

The sacristan thus arranges the books needed for the celebration, marking all of the divisions. He or she lays out the vestments and anything else needed for the celebration, such as cruets, chalices, ciboria, linens, oils, processional crosses, candles and torches. ​

Ushers

Members of this ministry help provide a warm, welcoming atmosphere at parish liturgies and functions, particularly weekend Masses and assistance to those in attendance. 
The Ushers greet people as they enter the building, assist them in finding a seat (if necessary) and direct them to needed facilities (sacristy, restroom, etc.) 

• The Ushers are responsible for taking up the collection of offerings, and assist members of the congregation in bringing the offerings to the sanctuary. 
• The Ushers direct the congregation in approaching the altar for Holy Communion, with particular attention to persons with disabilities. 
• At the end of Mass, the ushers acknowledge people as they leave, while offering a copy of the weekly parish bulletin and/or other literature. 

If interested, contact Katrina Homola at 856-845-8564 or katah7@comcast.net