PARISH MINISTRIES

H.O.P.E. (Helping Other

People Enthusiastically )

Respect Life Ministry

Welcome Ministry

Prayer Shawl Ministry

Leader: Pat Belsky

Contact Info: 215-679-9275

Description: Martha Ministry offers service and support to parishioners at the time of death of a loved one. Upon notification of the death of a parishioner or a member of their family the Martha Minister contacts the bereaved family to offer various kinds of services; errands, baking, etc. which are provided by the Martha Helpers.

The Martha Minister attends the funeral services/Mass, provides ongoing emotional support through home visits and/or phone calls and continues to pray for the deceased and their family.

A short orientation is required.

MARTHA MINISTRY:

ABOUT US

We, the faithful of Saint Philip Neri Catholic Church, in communion with our Holy Father, shepherd of the universal Church, and our Archbishop, shepherd of the Church in Philadelphia, proclaim to everyone the Good News that Jesus Christ is the Light of the world, who offers to all who follow him the light of life.