Parish Ministries

OCIA Team

Supports those on their journey who desire to become Catholic through the Order of Christian Initiation of Adult process.
Contact: Deacon Bob Iuliucci at .

Marriage Preparation Team (Pre Cana)

Offers engaged couples an opportunity to begin building the foundation for their marriage journey through presentations, readings and discussions.
Contact: George & Janey Ralston via the parish office at 856-767-2563 or email .

Bereavement Ministry

Meets with family of the deceased to assist with planning funeral liturgy; attends funeral mass to assist clergy.
Contact: Loretta Bunoza at 856-767-4580.

Lifelong Faith Formation for CHILDREN

Grades K-8 meet in the traditional classroom model; youth ministry grades 6-8 & grades 9-12; Vacation Bible School Summer Program.
Contact Mary Spicer at or 856-767-1537.

Follow Me

A contemporary prayerful presentation of the suffering, death and resurrection of Jesus presented by the youth of the parish during Holy Week.
Contact: Rich Mageheimer @ .

Altar-Rosary Society

Prays the rosary together, cares for altar linens, hosts annual fundraiser to purchase new items needed in the church.
Contact: Loretta at or 856-767-4580.

Blanket Ministry

Crochets baby blankets for baptisms as well as for seniors who are homebound.
Contact: Gail Grabowski at or 856-767-4340.

Visits to the Sick or Homebound

Contact: Office at 856-767-2563 or email .

Society of St. Vincent de Paul

Offers person-to-person service to those who are needy & suffering through a food bank, clothing and utility assistance, Thrift Store operation, holiday food baskets & toys/gifts for the needy. Volunteers needed for these services.
856-767-7391 Tues., Weds., Thurs. from 11am – 3pm.

Location & Hours
157 West White Horse Pike, Berlin, NJ 08009

Food Pantry: 1st and 3rd Tuesdays 11am - 3pm
Thrift Store: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 10am - 3pm and Saturdays 10am - 1pm
Donations Accepted: Accepted on store days up to ½ hour before closing.

Knights of Columbus

Open to men of faith 18 years of age & older. Fellowship is promoted among members primarily through works of charity involving youth, parish, community, and nation. Parish activities include:

• Easter Egg Hunt: Event for the children of our parish.
• Blood Drive

Contact: James Pacifico at 609-744-1645 or

Living Stations of the Cross

On Good Friday, gather with us at Christ the Redeemer Parish in Atco to walk the Stations of the Cross. Cast & crew build Jerusalem and a live tableau depicting the Stations is presented. Volunteers welcome.
Contact: Deacon Bob at 856-767-2563 or

Palm Braiding

Teach others how to braid palms (or learn how to yourself) during the season of Lent.
Contact: Cindy Johnson at or 609-932-3622.

Prayer and Yoga

Early Morning Prayer and Yoga is held on Wednesday mornings at 6:30 am in the Parish Meeting Center (former preschool entrance). Start your day feeling centered, refreshed, and more closely connected to God. The program is free for men and women of all fitness levels. Simply bring a yoga mat and join us!
Contact: Sue Markowitz at or call 856-685-3638.

Health Care Ministry

Our purpose is to reflect the compassionate healing love of Jesus Christ by assisting our community to achieve optimal health and wellness of body, mind, and spirit through health education, prevention programs, screenings, referrals, advocacy and other whole person, health-related services provided by Vitality Healthcare Services provided through the Diocese of Camden.
Contact: or 856-767-2563 Ext. 311.

Legion of Mary

The Legion of Mary is the largest lay apostolic organization in the Catholic Church, dedicated to evangelization. Legion members assist the pastor will the spiritual needs of the parish community.
Contact: Pat Di Maria at or 609-868-0576.

Reach Out Ministry

A team of Reach Out helpers are in place to write a little care note to those in our parish who need a bright moment in their day. If you are aware of a person who is feeling down, lonely, sick, facing surgery or just needs a happy hello, please contact Bernie Durney.
Contact: Bernie Durney at or (856)767-3122.

Respect Life Ministry

Studies issues that especially pertain to the unborn, assisted suicide and euthanasia, and seeks to educate the parish on these topics.
Contact: Lois Dark at .

Senior Ministry

Prayer and Activities for Seniors over age 65.
Contact: Barbara Hansen at or (856)767-2563 Ext. 311.

Seven Sisters Apostolate

The Seven Sisters Apostolate is a call to strengthen the Church by ensuring that a Holy Hour is prayed each day of the week for the sole intention of a specific priest or bishop—a “holy wasting” (cf. Mt. 26:10) or lavishing of prayer for his deeper conformity to Christ. Contact Rosemarie Manes at 215-332-2162 or 856-753-8812 or .

Stephen Ministry

Stephen Ministry provides one-on-one, Christian-centered care to those experiencing a crisis. Contact: Sharon or Rich Galassini at 215-651-7084 or .

Liturgical Ministries

Art & Environment

Enhances liturgical celebrations through the use of art, plants, flowers and décor throughout the worship space.
Contact: Parish office at 856-767-2563 or

Extraordinary Ministers of Eucharist

Distribute Holy Eucharist and when necessary take communion to the sick or homebound. Extraordinary ministers must be fully initiated Catholics, at least 16 years of age, who participate in the sacramental life of the Church. Training is required.
Contact: Karen Talucci at or 856-753-1755.

Readers (Lectors)

Proclaim the Word of God and on occasion the Prayers of the Faithful. Training is required.
Contact: Karen Talucci at or 856-753-1755.

Junior Readers

Parish youth who proclaim the Word of God and on occasion the Prayers of the Faithful. Readers must be in 4th grade or beyond. Training is required.
Contact: Karen Talucci at or 856-753-1755.

Altar Servers

Youth in grades 3-8 who assist the priest during liturgy and on occasion funerals and weddings. Servers must attend Mass regularly. Training is required.
Contact: Father Joseph D. Ciar at or 856-767-2563.

Masters of Ceremony

Assist the priest during liturgy.
Contact: Karen Talucci at or 856-753-1755.

Adult Choir

Lead the assembly in music and song during liturgy. Practices are Thursday evenings from 7-8:30pm. New members are always welcome to show up for rehearsal on Thursdays.
Contact: Liz Williams at or 856-304-1167.

Contemporary Choir

Young adults and adults lead the assembly through contemporary music and song. Practices are generally on Tuesday evenings.
Contact: Rich Galassini at .

Streaming Ministry

Prepare and stream the songs, reading and prayers at all Sunday Masses.
Contact: Cindy Johnson at or 609-932-3622.