Msgr. Tom's Weekly Message

Altar Servers Needed

Seeking youth, 3rd grade and older to become altar servers. Training sessions will be held on May 3rd at 4pm and 7pm. Come join this important and visible liturgical ministry!

Youth Ministry Adult Volunteers

We are looking to put together a team of adults to assist with our youth doing service during the school year and over the summer. Currently we serve at St. Joseph's in Elizabeth, Mercy House in Newark and Jersey City, and the Hillside Community Food Bank. All volunteers must be in compliance with PGC. Please e-mail Patti: pgardner@sainthelen.org for more information. Thank You

Nicholas J Gismondi Scholarship

Nicholas J. Gismondi was a beloved husband, Son, Father, Brother and Friend. He was a dedicated volunteer throughout his life. He spent his Sundays at the 12 PM Mass at The Parish Community of Saint Helen volunteering as an usher. Nicholas was a kind, gentle and extremely generous man. Please click on link for more information and how to apply: https://www.njgmem.org/scholarship

Thank You From Our Youth!

Thank you for your donations, reusable bags, and prayers. We're thrilled to announce we raised enough for 100+ carts to help St. Joseph's families bring food home. Our youth volunteer on the third Saturday each month for food distribution.

Watch the video below!

Six Flags Youth Rally

Join us at Great Adventure for the NJ State Catholic Youth Rally on Sunday, May 21 from 9 AM-9 PM. Enjoy all the rides and buffet lunch. Youth from all 5 diocese will be participating in this event. The day will conclude in the Batman Stunt Arena with Mass at 6 PM with Bishop Michael Saporito as the presider. Please e-mail Patti: pgardner@sainthelen.org if you are interested in attending.