" Don't let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity." - 1 Timothy 4:12

Boy Scouts
This ministry is open to all boys ages 11 and up.  The basic purpose of the Boy Scouts of America is to build character and to foster better relationships among the scouts, society, and the nation.  It also aims for fitness in body, mind, self-control and self-respect.  The scout troop meets every Tuesday evening.
Ken and Karen Frankland 973-633-0467

Chaperone at Youth Group Meetings
Adult helpers are needed to assist with monthly youth group meetings.  Parents and other parishioners are invited to help.
Laura Haftek 973-839-3444 ext. 113

Chaperone at Special Events
Adult helpers are needed to assist as chaperones during numerous youth service projects and special events throughout the year.  Parents and other parishioners are invited to help.
Laura Haftek 973-839-3444 ext. 113

Girl Scouts/Brownies
This ministry is open to all girls ages 6-13.  The basic purpose of the Girl Scouts of America is to build character and to foster better relationships among the scouts, society, and the nation.  It also aims for fitness in body, mind, self-control and self-respect.
Lorraine Gundby 973-839-5293

Peer Ministry (Leadership)
Sophomores-Seniors are trained to help lead youth groups and help younger teens in our youth ministry acclimate to our Youth Ministry program.
Laura Haftek 973-839-3444 ext.113

Youth Ministry Member
Our youth ministry is for young people ages 14 and older.  Youth meetings are held monthly on Sunday evenings to pray together, have fun and build friendships.  The group takes special trips, does service projects, and attends retreats.  Our aim is to draw closer to God and one another as we pray, play, serve and learn about our Catholic faith.  Eighth graders welcome.  Click here to access our Youth Ministry page.
Laura Haftek 973-839-3444 ext. 113

Youth Ministry Office Support
Adult helpers are invited to help with special tasks that need to be accomplished behind the scenes to keep our Youth Ministry successful.  Tasks include processing paperwork, preparing for events, taking photos, updating the website, helping to create digital slideshows, etc.  Just one hour a week can make a difference.
Laura Haftek 973-839-3444 ext. 113

Virtus Training and Electronic Fingerprinting
Diocesan guidelines require anyone over 18 years old who works with or volunteers with youth under 18 years old to be electronically fingerprinted at Sagem Morpho Inc., which processes a criminal background check.  They must also attend a one time 2 1/2 hour Virtus "Protecting God's Children" training program.