Directory of Ministries and Organizations

Choir serves to assist the assembly in prayer through song at Mass and other special liturgies throughout the year. Raise your voice in song at the 10:30 am Mass and other various liturgies. An audition is given to place each new member to the b...

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The Adult Faith Formation Ministry seeks to serve by offering opportunities to nourish and enrich the faith of the parishioners. Guest speakers, courses, prayer experiences, a yearly mission, movies and discussions are among the activities provided o...

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This is a team of men and women who serve at our funeral Masses. We will telephone you to find out if you are available to serve. No prior experience is needed. We will provide training and a written description of your duties. Primary Contact:&nb...

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Altar Servers assist at Mass and other liturgical celebrations to help promote a prayerful, inviting gathering of worshipers. Young persons who serve are in grades 4 and above and need the ability to assist various liturgical ministers prayerfully an...

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Offers opportunities to inspire boys with the highest ideals of character, conduct, patriotism, and service that they may become happy and resourceful citizens of the world. Primary Contact:  Phone:  Volunteers Needed: Yes

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Play a musical instrument and/or raise your voice in song at the 10:00 am Mass in the auditorium. Rehearsals take place on sunday mornings prior to/and after Mass. Primary Contact: Mr. James Tornatore  Phone: 203-264-1009 Voluntee...

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Offers opportunities to inspire young boys with the highest ideals of character, conduct, patriotism, and service that they may become happy and resourceful citizens of the world. Primary Contact: Mr. Anthony Bennett  Phone: 516-74...

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Offers opportunities to participate in various sports. Participants receive quality instruction, the enjoyment of contributing to a team effort and the chance to make new friends. Primary Contact: Mr. Scott Miller  Phone: 516-353-2...

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Welcome to CYO St Joseph's Basketball! The primary goal of  St. Joe’s CYO is to provide an opportunity for boys and girls of the parish in grades 4 through 12 to play basketball in an environment that is conducive to all levels of prof...

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Ministers assist the priests and deacons in the distribution of Holy Communion (bread and cup) to the faithful who gather to give worship and praise to God at Sunday Mass and weekly liturgies. Many ministers feel they are "unworthy" to serv...

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The Finance committee provides the pastor with recommendations and advice concerning the parish's fiscal situation. The committee helps the pastor to make decisions about the stewardship of treasure that will best serve the needs of God's peo...

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Offers opportunities to inspire girls with the highest ideals of characted, conduct, patrriotism, and service that they may become happy and resourceful citizens of the world. Primary Contact: Mrs. Joanne Meyer-Jendras  Phone: 516-...

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Praise the Lord in prayerful song! Sing at the 9:00 am Mass approximately twice a month. Rehearsals are 50 minutes prior to each Liturgy and on Thursday evenings from 6:00 - 7:30 pm. comprehensive audition information packets are available. An opport...

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Assist at the 10 am Family Mass by proclaiming God's word. Training is provided for boys and girls sixth grade and older. Primary Contact: Deacon Jack McKenna  Phone: 516-741-7787 Email: dconjack@aol.com  Volunteers...

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St. Joseph-Bishop Baldwin Council # 15809 The Knights of Columbus, founded in 1882, is an international, fraternal organization, with more than 1.8 million members. Our mission is to do good works, consistent with our four core principles: Charity...

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Proclaim God's word at Mass. Committment includes preparing readings using the workbook provided by the Church. Being a lector gives you the opportunity for a deeper appreciation and knlowledge of the scriptures. Primary Contact: Deacon J...

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The Consolation Ministry has the task of assisting parishioners at the time of the death of a loved one. Participants represent the concern of the larger community by being present at the wake service, helping to plan the funeral liturgy, and accompa...

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Spend an hour of adoration before the Blessed Sacrament on the First Friday of each month. 9:00 pm Friday evening until 8:15 am Saturday morning. Primary Contact: Father Prasanna Costa  Phone: 516-747-3535 Volunteers Needed: ...

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Supports a tradition established over 50 years ago as both a fundraiser as well as a social event. The committee plans this event to include music, an enjoyable atmosphere, a delightful dinner and a chance to meet new friends. Primary Contact:&nbs...

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Parish Social Ministry at St. Joseph’s is a Ministry of Caring. We embody the words of dismissal at Mass, “Go in peace to love and serve the Lord with joy” by providing compassionate assistance to those in spiritual or material...

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The Pastoral Council is an advisory group to the pastor that serves as a liaison between parishioners and the pastoral staff. Members serve by appointment of the pastor for a three year term. Parishioners who are interested should speak to the pas...

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Meets every Tuesday morning at 10 am in the Convent Chapel for prayer and sharing. Primary Contact:   Phone: 516-747-3535 Volunteers Needed: Yes Meets on: Tuesdays at 10 am

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RESPECT ALL LIFE  Help Save Babies’ Lives By Prayer & Fasting St. Joseph parishioners and clergy have been gathering for weekly One‐Hour Prayer Vigils at Planned Parenthood in Hempstead on Fridays since 2015.    Than...

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Primary Contact: President: President: Mrs. Geralyn Walters 516-946-2300  

The school PTA is an active and involved component of the school. The PTA raises funds for the school through the many activities it sponsors. In addition, educational fun activities are woven into the curriculum. Primary Contact: Mr. Brian C...

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The School board is advisory to the pastor and principal and is instrumental in helping to set the financial course the school follows. School board members are elected and serve a three-year term that may be renewed for a second term. Primary Con...

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The Stewardship Committee promotes the spirituality of Stewardship by planning parish events, promoting stewardship efforts of time, talent, and treasure. Members are familiar with the principles of parish stewardship and committed to stewardship as ...

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Ushers, "ministers of hospitality" welcome all those who come for Mass and gather as a community to give Glory and Praise to God. Members are outgoing and welcoming, ready to greet parishioners in the gathering area, assist in finding seats...

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