Every member of our parish has unique gifts to offer. Whether your talents are rooted in prayer, service, leadership, hospitality, teaching, music, or mentoring youth, there is a place for you to become involved and help build up the Body of Christ.

Gifts of Worship and Liturgy

Do you feel called to serve during the celebration of Mass? Liturgical Ministries provide opportunities to assist in leading the parish in prayer and worship. Whether you enjoy proclaiming God's Word as a Lector, assisting with the distribution of Holy Communion as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion, serving at the altar or helping care for the sacred vessels used during the Eucharist, there is a place for you in our liturgical life. We invite you to prayerfully consider sharing your gifts in service to the Church.

Gifts of Faith Formation and Evangelization

Do you have a passion for learning about the Catholic faith and sharing it with others? If you enjoy teaching children, accompanying adults on their faith journey, or helping others grow in their relationship with Christ, consider serving as a catechist in our Parish Religious Education Program, volunteering for Vacation Bible School, or assisting with the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA). Through these ministries, you can help others encounter Christ and deepen their understanding of the Catholic faith. For more information, please contact Lara Ballintyn at (302) 994-7757.

Gifts of Outreach and Compassion

Do you feel called to serve those in need and be Christ's hands and feet in the world? Our outreach ministries provide opportunities to share God's love through service and compassion. Volunteers support our neighbors through Table of Plenty Outreach, Family Promise, the St. Vincent de Paul Society, and the Respect Life Ministry. These ministries offer meaningful ways to care for the hungry, assist families in crisis, advocate for the dignity of human life, and bring hope to those facing difficult circumstances. For more information, please call the Parish Office at (302) 999-0211.

Gifts of Hospitality and Community

Do you enjoy welcoming others and helping parishioners feel at home? Our Ushers and Hospitality Ministry play an important role in creating a welcoming environment for all who enter our parish. Volunteers greet parishioners and visitors, assist with seating, facilitate the offertory procession, distribute bulletins, and help with Hospitality Sunday gatherings and special parish events. For more information, please call the Parish Office at (302) 999-0211.

Gifts of Leadership and Fellowship

Do you enjoy bringing people together, organizing events, supporting parish life, and serving others? Ministries such as the Knights of Columbus and Lazarus Ministry strengthen our parish community through leadership, fellowship, compassionate support, and charitable works. Whether assisting with parish events, accompanying families during times of loss, or fostering fellowship among parishioners, these ministries provide meaningful opportunities to serve Christ and one another. For more information, please call the Parish Office at (302) 999-0211.

Gifts of Coaching and Mentorship

Our Athletic Association promotes faith, family involvement, teamwork, and sportsmanship through a variety of youth athletic programs. If you have a passion for mentoring young people, encouraging healthy competition, and helping children grow in confidence and character, consider volunteering as a coach or assistant coach.

Gifts of Music

Music is a vital part of our worship and parish life. If you enjoy singing, playing an instrument, or sharing your love of sacred music, consider joining the St. John the Beloved Music Ministry. Your talents can help enrich our liturgies and lead others in prayer through song.

The Adult Choir rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. in the church and sings at the Sunday 11:30 a.m. Mass from September through June.

For more information, contact Lisa Papili Carlsen, Director of Liturgy and Liturgical Music, at lpapili@sjbde.org or call (302) 999-0211.