Our seminarian, Omar Hernandez returns to the seminary on Saturday, August 22nd to begin his final year of theological studies at Holy Apostles Seminary in Cromwell, CT. Please keep him in your prayers.

Have you ever had the desire for a closer relationship with the Lord? All relationships take time to develop, even the one with God. Bible study helps us to grow in knowledge, understanding and wisdom of the Lord’s teachings. Why not consider joining us at one of our bible studies? No prior knowledge is necessary; just an open heart and mind. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

Those who volunteered to cook and whose last names begin with I through Z (and anyone else who can cook), please pick up your pan with the recipe and instructions today after mass. Check your name off or add your name to the list provided to indicate you took the pan and will be cooking for our Saturday, August 29th commitment.

Our Religious Education Program is in need of a catechist/teacher on Monday afternoons from 4:30-5:45, for grade 3. Classes run from Sept. to March each week. Please find it in your heart to share your faith with our adorable little ones. You will be supported and trained by our director. Come and join our group as a catechist. Contact info: 973-838-0567 or reled@olmchurch.org

The feast of the Assumption, Saturday, August 15th is a holy day for all Catholics in the United States. There will be a vigil Mass at 7:30pm on Aug. 14th in the Chapel and the 8:15am Mass on Aug. 15th in the Chapel. Your presence would honor the Blessed Virgin Mary.

OLM parishioners Liz McLaughlin and Bradley McMurray, both recent college graduates in music, will present a recital of classical piano and oboe selections on Saturday, August 15 at 7:00 p.m. in the church. It will be a lovely way to spend a summer evening. There will be a free-will donation basket. Hope to see you there.

The OLM Knights of Columbus are looking for new members.....click here

Every Monday morning around 9am a group of dedicated parishioners gather in the rectory to count the collection and get it ready for the bank. Every week they have a grand old time celebrating birthdays, telling stories and making a deposit which is almost always correct down to the last penny. We are looking for two more volunteers to join the group. If you are interested and have the time, please either call Lauri at the rectory or see one of the priests. Thank you.

With the help of the Diocese of Paterson and George Casagrand, our business administrator/finance coordinator, we have a website with an exciting new layout and new features such as a calendar section. It is really good and we encourage you to take a look. Same address, www.olmchurch.org. Your comments please. Be sure to view the photo album from Monsignor Carroll’s surprise 75th birthday celebration last week.

Work will begin on or around August 10. We have contracted with Joe Alvino, nephew of Al and Charlotte Alvino to do the work. Joey did the last big paving job in front of the school.

After 19 years our Religious Education Summer Program has come to an end as instructed by the Bishop. Sr. Ellen left me a wonderful program to oversee. The children, the catechists, and the helpers have made the Summer Program a whopping success. We are truly blessed to have the dedication and devotion I saw each day as our catechists prepared and taught in the classrooms. We had over 30 catechists give two weeks of their time, talent and treasure to make their classes enjoyable, educational and engaging. The parents were kind and generous. They donated a ton of food and toiletries to the Catholic Charities Fr. English Center. They arrived on time and picked up on time, which is greatly appreciated. It was delightful to get to know the parents and students a little better. PARENTS: look for an email from me in the fall. It’s a survey to see which day of the week and time works best for the 2016-17 Religious Education Program, since we will no longer be allowed to have a summer program. My door is always open, contact me at DRE@olmchurch.org. Mary Ramsden

Thank you all as another year of ventas (sales) comes to an end. This summer I am teaching a science class every Monday and Tuesday. It has been extremely rewarding and the students have really enjoyed it! I have been able to purchase many new pieces of equipment and chemicals from the sales of the clothing you bring from the OLM House of Hope. It may seem an insignificant task but look at what you help us provide for these kids! Who knows? Together we may be responsible for Inspiring a future scientist who will discover a life-saving cure!!! We each use our own talents. Thank you for your support and help every two weeks. Sincerely, Sister Christina Schoen, Martin DePorres