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FIRST FRIDAY ADORATION – July 2, 2021 8:15am Mass will be followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament ending with Benediction at 5pm. **Sign-up books are in the narthex in church and in the back of the chapel. For more info call Ann Wachter 973-838-3348. FIRST SATURDAY ROSARY – July 3, 2021 8:15am Mass will be followed by praying the rosary as Our Lady requested.

“If any person may have been abused by any priest, they should immediately contact their local County Prosecutor’s Office and the Diocese’s Victims Assitance Coordinator: Dr. Ken McNiel at 973-879-1489. You may also be in touch with either of the Diocesan Response Officers: Monsignor T. Mark Condon, Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia, 973-777-8818 Ext. 205 or Sister Joan Daniel Healy, S.C.C., Chancellor/Delegate for Religious 973-777-8818 Ext. 248. The entire text of the Policy of the Diocese of Paterson in Response to complaints of Sexual Abuse is available on the diocesan Web site: www.patersondiocese.org.”

This weekend we celebrate the Feast of Corpus Christi and Bishop Sweeney is asking all parishes to participate in our Diocesan-wide Corpus Christi Food Drive. This year, the drive has gone virtual, and you can shop online and have items directly shipped to Catholic Charities Food Pantries. Visit www.ccpaterson.org/corpus to make a monetary donation or for more information about this important effort. Here you can find our parish and shop for items of great need. You may also email: Info@ccpaterson.org or call 973-279-7100 ext. 2038 with any questions or to donate food directly to Catholic Charities Food Pantries.

The Rise Ministry is in need of 2 male chaperones for this year's July 25-31 mission trip. If you enjoy doing God's work by helping those in less fortunate living situations, this is a week you will never forget. We repair homes for families in Steuben County, NY. Qualifications: Male, over 2l years of age, big heart, semi-handy, sense of humor (not necessary, but preferred). All expenses paid. Call or text Patrice Leavenworth for details (908)304-5137.

Sadie Chomik recently received her 1st Eucharist. She will be representing OLM today, at the Communion Celebration with Bishop Sweeney, at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Paterson. Please pray for Sadie and her family as they celebrate Corpus Christi with Adoration, Benediction and a teaching on the Eucharist. God Bless you Sadie, we are proud!

Registrations have been mailed to your home. If you haven’t received contact our office at reled@olmchurch.org. If you haven’t registered you need to do so ASAP.

How about this: Grow in your own knowledge of the Faith too! The best way to learn anything is to teach it! We need catechists/teachers in grades 1-6 weekly on Sundays 10:15-11:30 AM and Mondays 4:30-5:45 PM. Contact Mary at dre@olmchurch.org.

On Monday, May 31, our nation observes Memorial Day. This is not just a day off from work, school, or an opportunity for a barbecue. On the last Monday of May, we pay tribute and honor our fallen soldiers; those who fought to protect the freedoms that we enjoy by giving the ultimate sacrifice for our country. The Kinnelon Borough will hold its Annual Memorial Day ceremony on Monday, May 31st at 10:00 AM on the Borough Hall grounds. The ceremony hosted by Mayor Frieda will include poetry, prayer and the raising of the colors by the Kinnelon Scout troops. Music will be provided by Michael Pierce and the members of the OLM Choir. The ceremony will be held outdoors, and there will be social distancing. Join us for this significant annual tradition.

WANTED: Must love Kids! Must love our Faith! Must love sharing your faith story! We need you to volunteer to be a catechist/teacher of Religious Education or Confirmation. The rewards far out weigh the commitment. Please prayerfully consider joining our ministry as a catechist. Classes, gr. 1-8 we need help with classes on Sundays 10:15-11:30 AM, or 7-8:30 PM and Mondays 4:15-5:45 PM grades 1-6. Evening classes meet twice a month. Day classes meet weekly for 25 classes total throughout the entire school year. Contact Mary Ramsden at dre@olmchurch.org for more detail and to discuss further.

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted those living in poverty the most and Catholic Charities, diocese of Paterson’s 3 food Pantries (Fr. English center, Paterson; Hope House, Dover; and Partnership of Social Services, Franklin) are giving out more food than ever before. Most months, Catholic Charities, Diocese of Paterson gives out food to 5,000-7,000 people at their 3 food pantries. Through COVID-19 this number has more than quadrupled as they have helped over 20,000 each month. Bishop Sweeney has authorized a Catholic Charities Diocesan-wide food collection in all parishes. This year the drive has gone virtual, and you can shop online and have items directly shipped to Catholic Charities Food Pantries. Visit www.ccpaterson.org/corpus to contribute. Here you can find our parish and shop for items of great need. You may also email: info@ccpaterson.org or call 973-279-7100 ext. 2038 with any questions or to donate food directly to Catholic Charities Food Pantries.

The OLM Knight of Columbus will be hosting a membership drive on Sunday, May 23rd after the 9 & 11 AM Masses. We encourage anyone who is interested or has questions to stop by the Knights table. Coffee, juice, donuts and bagels will be available for all to enjoy.

Chili Makers Ministry needs volunteers to cook chili at home! We buy approx. 4 lbs. of meat and OLM supplies beans, tomatoes, spices and pans for 4 trays of chili. You just cook the chili at home and we will arrange freezing if needed, pick up/drop off - no long term commitment whatever you can do to help. Contact Marilyn Koziol at 973-492-8135 or marjon2@optonline.net.

Dear Lord, bless all mothers, grandmothers and all who care for children on earth and in heaven. Let them know how much they are loved and appreciated today and everyday. Amen.

Sunday, May 9 begins National Law Enforcement Week. It is an opportunity to remember in prayer those who have made the ultimate sacrifice and to pray for an increase in patience, courage, compassion, and safety for those who continue to serve. GOD BLESS THOSE WHO PROTECT US!

The House of Hope clothing drop could use the help of a parishioner with a truck/van every 3 weeks or so to deliver the clothes to Paterson. In you are interested in helping please contact Sue Urban at 973-202-8716 and leave a message.

The Diocese is celebrating The Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord on Sunday, May 16, 2021 replacing the Seventh Sunday of Easter. Join us on Sunday instead of Thursday this year!

The Ladies Guild will resume their monthly meetings via Zoom. Please plan on joining us Monday, May 10th at 1:00 pm. A link to the virtual meeting will be sent via email. If you would like to attend and are not already on the Ladies Guild email list, please contact Diane at jdlatt1@msn.com.

Holy Spirit School will host its Annual Tricky Tray on May 15th. With safety protocols in mind, it will be a walk-through event allowing each guest an hour and a half to view all the prizes and drop tickets. For info or to order tickets visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/holy-spirit-school-walk-through-tricky-tray-tickets-148849044499 or call (973) 513-9919.

Cathy O’Dougherty will be facilitating a Grief Support Group meeting on May 5th, 7-9 PM in the parish house. The group is open to men and women struggling with the loss of a loved one. Cathy is certified in Grief, Hospice and Palliative Care. For more information please call 973-713-9793 or email Cathy angeloncall@optonline.net.

Please keep our newly confirmed students in your prayers as they continue their life long faith journey. They celebrated the Sacrament of Confirmation on Saturday with Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney.