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FIRST FRIDAY ADORATION – October 1, 2021 8:15am Mass will be followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament ending with Benediction at 5pm. FIRST SATURDAY ROSARY – October 2, 2021 8:15am Mass will be followed by praying the rosary as Our Lady requested.

The Hope Through Care Women’s Shelter in Clifton lost many items in the recent flood. They have a need for some full size, new or gently used comforters, sheet sets and pillows. If you wish to donate these items, please contact Diane Lattanzio at 973-492-1445 or jdlatt1@msn.com. Thank you for your continued support of the Hope Through Care Shelter.

Catholic Charities and the VA are collaborating in an event. Please visit olmchurch.org for the veteran’s flyer with more information that our Veterans Program has provided about a Workshop on October 29, 2021, at the Passaic County Community College Public Safety Academy. The event titled "Crisis to Wholeness: Navigating Your Network of Support" will focus on the mental well-being of our veterans during this difficult time due to the recent climate from the Afghanistan situation where many veterans are being effected.

Fellow Parishioners, come Monday nights and see "The Magnificent 7" not the western starring Yul Brynner. "The Magnificent 7 Sacraments" Starring Bishop Robert Barron! For more info call Joe Coralluzzo 201-274-6688

The Rockaway-Denville Catholic Respect Life Ministry is sponsoring a pro life evening on Friday, October 8th at Saint Cecilia Church (Hayes Hall) in Rockaway (70 Church Street) beginning at 7 o'clock. The featured speaker will be our retired Bishop, the Most Reverend Arthur Serratelli who will address the abortion and euthanasia culture. Mrs. Jennifer Nelson will also give a presentation on Saint Gianna Molla which will include a display of her relics for veneration. Coffee and dessert will be served. Please join us in a thoughtful and prayerful reflection on the sanctity of human life from conception to natural death. For more info please call (973) 627-0313.

The Sisters of Christian Charity are looking for an evening RN to coordinate and oversee the care plan of our Sisters. We are looking for a compassionate person with a strong work ethic. BSN required with a minimum of three years in long-term care. Please contact Eileen Davis, Business Manager at bus.manager@scceast.org or 973-230-5368.

Sunday, October 3, from 1-3 p.m. and on Thursday, October 28, 2021 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Oratory Prep is located at 425 Morris Avenue, Summit, NJ. We ask that you register to attend on our website under the Admissions tab. For more info call 908-273-1084, ext. 1 or www.oratoryprep.org.

Gr. 7 Year 1 Confirmation Students – Virtual Orientation on 9/22 or 9/26, 7 PM. Student and one parent must attend. Check email from mail@flocknote.com for zoom link. Gr. 7 & 8 Confirmation students – classes begin on Sunday, October 3. Student & 1 parent need to attend the 6 PM Mass on Oct. 3. Class to follow at 7 PM

The Memorial Mass will be celebrated in Saint Francis de Sales Church, 614 Route 517, Vernon, NJ - 973-827-3248 on Saturday, September 18, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. Bishop Sweeney will be the presider. Light refreshments will follow in the parish center.

Catholic Charities and the VA are collaborating in an event. Please visit olmchurch.org for the veteran’s flyer with more information that our Veterans Program has provided about a Workshop on October 29, 2021, at the Passaic County Community College Public Safety Academy. The event titled "Crisis to Wholeness: Navigating Your Network of Support" will focus on the mental well-being of our veterans during this difficult time due to the recent climate from the Afghanistan situation where many veterans are being effected. CLICK FOR MORE INFO

While the fight to protect unborn babies in the womb continues, pro-life Americans will take a day to remember the millions of babies who have never had a chance to be born and grow up in God’s image and likeness. On Sept. 18, the National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Children will be observed at OLM with Mass at 8:15am in the Chapel followed by Adoration until 10am. Info contact Joe Coralluzzo at 201-274-6688.

God bless our teachers and students keep them safe and healthy, and let the Holy Spirit guide them this school year.

1. You will grow in your own faith, learn the teachings of the Church, and deepen your relationship with Jesus. 2. Your Baptism calls you to share in Jesus’ ministry. 3. Children, teens, and adults in today’s world, more than ever, need to hear the Good News of Jesus. 4. Children, teens, and adults in today’s world, more than ever, need to encounter good role models of faith. 5. You have much to share with those you’ll teach, and you’ll have opportunities to share faith with other catechists. 6. Today’s catechetical textbooks/resources and Mary offer outstanding support. 7. You’ll be challenged, you’ll have fun, and you’ll make new friends. 8. You’ll be helping our children deepen their relationship with Jesus. (You’ll be evangelizing!) 9. You’ll be handing on a 2000+-year-old Tradition that changes lives. 10. It’s our job: Jesus sent us to “go and teach all nations.” Religious Ed is still in need of catechist for Monday afternoons. Please contact Mary Ramsden for more information. dre@olmchurch.org

RELIGIOUS ED. CONFIRMATION UPDATES Catechist: Gr. 1-6 meeting on Monday, 9/13 @ 7 PM in the auditorium. Gr. 7 & 8 meeting on Tuesday 9/14 @ 7 PM in the auditorium. Gr 7 Year 1 Confirmation Students: Virtual Orientation on 9/22 or 9/26 @ 7 PM. Student and one parent must attend. Check you email from mail@flocknote.com for the zoom link.

The OLM Ladies Guild will resume their monthly meetings beginning on Monday, September 13th at 1:00 pm in the Ryan Room. For more information about the charitable works of the Ladies Guild, contact Diane Lattanzio at jdlatt1@msn.com.

Grow closer to Christ through Mary. For information about becoming a Lay Carmelite call Carol Mangani at 973-283-2218 for more information. Next meeting is September 19th at 12:00 PM in the Ryan Room.

The calendar has been emailed to all Rel. Ed. and Confirmation families. If you have not received the calendar please email reled@olmchurch.org or visit our website at olmchurch.org. Classes begin on Monday, September 20 and Sunday, September 26. Catechists – Thank you for saying yes to teaching! We are still in need of catechists for Monday afternoons. Please consider joining our team!

Today, Sunday, August 15th is a holy day that celebrates the Virgin Mary’s Ascension into Heaven, “body and soul”, after “having completed the course of her earthly life.” Blessed Mother, Pray for us.

Couples, were you married in 1971 or 1996? The Diocese of Paterson invites you to celebrate your 25th or 50th wedding anniversary during a special Mass to be offered at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Paterson, NJ. Bishop Sweeney will serve as main celebrant on this joyful occasion to be held: Sunday, November 7th, 2021 at 3:00pm. Arrangements can be made by contacting the parish office. The deadline to submit your registration to your parish office is Thursday, October 7th, 2021. You will receive additional information from the Office of Family Life once your registration has been processed. Congratulations on this joyous occasion!

Come and celebrate the sacrament of marriage during a beautiful weekend in seaside Cape May Point October 1-3. Presentations, daily Eucharist, small group sharing and couple time are all part of this weekend. Cost is $145 PP. Register at www.capemamarianists.org or call 609-884-3829.