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OUR PARISH HAS A VARIETY OF GIFTS AND MINISTRIES

“There is a variety of gifts, but always the same Spirit; there is much service to be done, but always to the same Lord; different people working together in different ways , it is the same God who is working in all of them. The particular way in which the Spirit is given to each person is for a good purpose. One may have the gift of preaching with wisdom given him by the Spirit; and another the gift of faith given by the same Spirit; another again the gift of healing, through this one Spirit; one, the power of miracles; another, prophecy; another the gift of recognizing spirits; another the gift of tongues and another the ability to interpret them. All these are the work of one and the same Spirit, who distributes different gifts to different people just as He chooses.” 1 Cor 12:4 – 11

Loving God,
we ask you to bless our parish
and the life we share together.
Help us to work with one another
sharing our gifts and talents
to make our family grow in faith, love,
and service.
Help us to play together joyfully,
giving of our time and of ourselves
to support and care for other families.
Help us to love one another,
and always to be eager to show that love.
In joys and in sorrows,
in good times and bad,
may we give strength to one another.
May the example of the Holy Family inspire us,
that we might respect one another’s dignity
in all our daily relationships.
May we all share in the everlasting happiness
of your heavenly family. Amen.
 

We invite you to be Christian Stewards of your God-given gifts of time and talent. Listed below are many opportunities to help you respond to that invitation. We ask you to reflect prayerfully on these possibilities and to contact the Coordinators if you are interested in more information.

     Gifted & Called to Pastoral Leadership                     Gifted & Called to Prayer & Christian Formation 

            Gifted & Called to Worship                           Gifted & Called to Social Development & Outreach      

 

Gifted and Called to Pastoral Leadership  
Pastoral Council   The Pastoral Council is a consultative body composed of the Pastor, his associates and nine parish members. They collaborate with the Pastor in providing leadership within the parish community. The Council assists the Pastor by serving as a unifying and coordinating structure for all aspects of parish life: Worship, Prayer and Christian formation, Social Development and Outreach. A lay parishioner shall be President of the Parish Council. Membership is open to all parishioners who are actively involved in the life of the Parish. Members are selected by lottery to a three-year term.  This is done for one-third of the council each May from names that have been submitted and contacted
Finance Council    The membership of the Council consists of appointed persons skilled in accounting and finance, who participate in the ongoing life of the parish with outstanding integrity. It is a consultative body which assists the pastor in the prudent and just administration of the parish's temporal goods. It also assists in drawing up an annual budget and a report to the parishioners, as well as reviewing the annual budget for the parish school
Saint Matthew Society   Small teams count Sunday collection money on a rotating basis
House of Charity   This committee assists with the Annual House of Charity appeal for the Diocese of Camden held each spring by soliciting donations from parishioners. This money goes for Catholic Charities, Catholic special education, and counseling services for the six counties in our Diocese

 Gifted and Called to Worship
Altar Linens  On a rotating basis, these volunteers launder the corporals, purificators, hand towels and altar cloths used in liturgical services and in the Adoration Chapel
Altar Servers   Boys and girls from parish families in the fourth through twelfth grades are trained to assist reverently at the altar during Sunday Liturgies, special feast days and weddings
Art & Environment  This committee adorns the church for the various liturgical seasons and special events, drawing the congregation into a greater awareness and appreciation of the sacred
Cantors/Musicians/Adult and Children’s Choirs  Within this ministry there are various groups who share their talents by singing or playing a musical instrument and leading the assembly in song during our Liturgies
Extraordinary Ministers of Communion  Men and women, at least 21 years of age , having completed the Diocesan School of Liturgy training program, assist in the distribution of Eucharist at liturgies on a scheduled rotating basis.  They also bring Eucharist to the sick and shut-ins of our parish
Greeters  This group welcomes parishioners and visitors to our Masses and other liturgical celebrations.  They are available to answer any questions about our parish life and facilities
Lectors  Confirmed members of our parish family may attend the Diocesan School of Liturgy training program for lectors.  They proclaim the Word at Sunday and Holy day Masses on a scheduled rotating basis.  Readings are proclaimed on a volunteer rotating basis for daily Masses
Liturgy of the Word for Children  From October to April, children 4 to 7 are dismissed during the 9 am and 11 am Masses and brought to the lower level of the church.  Teams of adult and teen volunteers lead an age-appropriate experience of the Scriptures
Ushers  This group welcomes parishioners, helps with seating when needed, collects monetary offerings, coordinates the presentation of the gifts, assists with communion lines during Mass and hands out bulletins as the assembly leaves

Gifted & Called to Prayer & Christian Formation 
Adoration Chapel   You are invited to set aside one hour of your time a week to be with the Lord in the Adoration Chapel, or stop in for a few minutes when you are able.   These holy pauses bring us quiet peace and grace
Christ the King Regional School   Our school community believes that each child is a unique creation, entitled to understanding, love and respect. The Administration, faculty, clergy, staff, parents and both parish communities dedicate themselves to this belief.  Together they endeavor to provide and nurture a Christian educational and physically sound atmosphere. More information and many volunteer opportunities can be found on the school website-www.ckrs.org.
Franciscan Secular Order  This group is for those practicing Catholics who desire to pattern their lives in the spirit of St. Francis and St. Clare.  They meet monthly Morgan Hall for instruction, business, group study, Benediction and the Office of the Hours
Intercessory Prayer Line  With a commitment to prayer and confidential information, this ministry prays individually and collectively for our Parish community, the world, and any special intentions they receive
Parish Library  Our library provides support for the spiritual growth of individuals of all ages and is a resource for the ministries within the parish.  Volunteers help parishioners on Hospitality Sundays between the 9:00 am and 11:00 am Liturgies
RCIA  This team guides adults as they journey to become full members of the Catholic Church.  Weekly sessions consist in sharing Sunday scriptures and their connections to the truths of our faith and to our own lives
Religious Education Catechists/Aides Generous catechists and aides prayerfully prepare and joyfully proclaim the message of Jesus to the young people of our parish   who attend our Religious Education Program. Under the direction of our DRE, classes are held for children K-8 on Monday afternoons and evenings
Rosary Society - The rosary is recited every weekday, Monday through Saturday, following the 8:00 am Mass.  Come any time you wish. All are welcome
Small Christian Communities  Small groups of fellow parishioners meet regularly to help each other connect faith with everyday life. Each year during Advent and Lent new groups are formed
Women of the Well   This dedicated group of women provides periodic evenings of enrichment and inspiration     for those in our parish and beyond

Gifted and Called to Social Development and Outreach
Bereavement   This committee helps the families of the deceased plan the readings and music selections for the funeral liturgies.  A Mass of Remembrance and reception is planned each November for the families of those who had died during the year
Cathedral Kitchen  Volunteers travel to Camden periodically to help serve early dinner to the clients who come to the Cathedral Kitchen.  Other opportunities for collecting or packing items for the clients also arise at various times during the year
Haddonfield Council of Churches  This Ecumenical group of various Haddonfield Churches shares spiritual and social aspects of their faiths through meetings, service projects and prayer opportunities
Hospitality/Welcome  These volunteers take turns serving coffee, doughnuts and bagels after the 9:00 am Sunday Mass on the first and third Sundays of each month.  They share their creative ideas and time preparing refreshments for other special parish occasions
Interfaith Caregivers   Many of our parishioners volunteer for this Haddonfield program which meets the needs of about 400 senior citizens in Haddonfield and Haddon Heights through a corps of nearly 400 volunteers.  Basic transportation, companionship and/or  phone conversations enable many senior citizens to remain independent
Lend-A Hand This teen group meets twice a month in Morgan Hall to share socially and spiritually.  These generous young men and women do various service projects and tutoring where needed
Prayer Shawl Ministry Women and men are invited to pray and knit/crochet shawls at home to comfort anyone in need. Meetings are held in the Parish Center on the first Tuesday of each month from 6:45 to 8:00 pm
Pro Life   This Committee coordinates activities, updates and collections for the various aspects of Pro-life, from womb to tomb, with a special emphasis on Respect Life Weekend
Saint Joseph’s Pro-Cathedral   Christ the King Parish has a sister-parish relationship with St. Joseph Pro-Cathedral in Camden. Various parish outreach and service efforts occur throughout the year to help this parish.  Special collections take place at Christmas and Easter
Saint Vincent de Paul Society  This parish outreach program is part of a world-wide society reaches out with compassion to those in financial need
The Senior Scene Young-at-heart men and women gather together for prayer, fun, education, entertainment and support through various programs and outings. Meetings are held the second Wednesday of each month in Morgan Hall at 12:00 noon