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The Fr. English Food Pantry is still providing about 175 families each day with basic food. Carlos Roldan and the staff at the Food Pantry recognize OLM parishioners as one of their most reliable supporters and express their appreciation for us each time we deliver the food from OLM. A huge thank you to all who have been dropping off food at OLM. Cereal, is one staple that they are always short on. As we continue to collect for Fr. English, please provide an extra box or two of cereal in your next drop off.

August 15th – Our Lady of the Magnificat welcomes Fr. Babu as Parochial Vicar. We assure him of our support and assistance as together we walk along the way of Christ.

Dear OLM parishioners I think the Atlantic Healthcare webinar is a “must see” for all parents as they decide about school for their children in September Please register for this informative and important public health initiative. CLICK ON THIS MESSAGE TO ACCESS THE LINK TO REGISTER. Fr. Ed

After much consideration, the committee has decided to cancel this year’s Msgr. Ryan Golf Outing due to the continuing uncertainties around the Covid-19 pandemic. Please accept our apologies, but the most important thing is for everyone to be safe and comfortable in their endeavors. We are working to finalize details for the 2021 event and will communicate them in the near future.

On July 28th is Msgr. Carroll celebrating his 80th birthday! Please keep him in your prayers and wish him well the next time you see him!

We are in need of Catechists/Teachers of the faith for our children.  God qualifies those He calls.  We provide training and guidance.  The rewards far outweigh the commitment.  Please prayerfully consider sharing our faith with our children.  Classes meet, Sundays 10:15-11:30 or 7-8:30 and Mondays 4:30-5:45 or 7-8:30.  All grades needed 1-9.  Contact Mary for more information or to answer any questions dre@olmchurch.org.

The need for food for the families in Paterson has not let up. The Fr. English Food Pantry has always depended on OLM's generosity to help meet the need. Food donations can be left in the entrance of the parish house.

Registration forms for Religious Education were mailed out the week of 7/13 for grades 1-6. You will receive Confirmation Registration in the mail shortly. If you do not received your registration by mail please contact Religious Education at 973-838-0567 or reled@olmchurch.org We are in need of Catechists/Teachers of the faith for our children. God qualifies those He calls. We provide training and guidance. The rewards far outweigh the commitment. Please prayerfully consider sharing our faith with our children. Classes meet, Sundays 10:15-11:30 or 7-8:30 and Mondays 4:30-5:45 or 7-8:30. All grades needed 1-9. Contact Mary for more information or to answer any questions dre@olmchurch.org

The shelves at the Fr. English Center are bare. Please pick up some additional items for them on your next trip to the supermarket and drop them off at the Parish House. Carlos said he would take either food, gift cards or checks. He also said donations could be made from the Fr. English website https://ccpaterson.org/donate. In the comment box indicate that the donation is for Father English.

Looking for an in-home caregiver, part-time, weekends, local. Please call 973-202-5372 or email meg@warwick.net for details.”

On July 8th, Fr Steven Shadwell will celebrate his 31st Anniversary as a Priest. Many blessings to him as he continues his faith journey!

Marianne Garibaldi and Lori Covello have had the privilege to serve as Eucharistic Minister Coordinators for the past 15 years. They have decided it is time to step down and pass the torch. It has been their honor to serve this Sacred Ministry. If needed, they will continue as EM Coordinators until the end of this year. If interested in becoming the EM Coordinator or to become a Eucharistic Minister please call Marianne Garibaldi 201-403-4216 or Lori Covello-201-874-7403

Hello my Beloved, I am finally back! Some of you noticed I was not here over the last four months. In February, I went to visit my family in Poland. I was supposed to be back on March 1st, but as all of you know what has happened around the world, so my flight was cancelled. Because of this I had almost four months vacation at home with my family. It was great to see all of them after three years of not being able to travel back home. My mom was happy not only because I came home, but also because of the virus everything was closed, so I had no opportunity to go anywhere, as I usually do when I am in Poland, traveling to another country or another place in Poland. So I spent all four month at home with mom. Anyway, I had a great time with my parents, my brother, sister-in-law and my nephews. While I was there I was praying for our parish and for every one of you every single day. I am so sorry that after such a long break I am not able to welcome you personally. Hopefully this difficult time is going to finish soon. This Friday, I have left my position at OLM and I am taking on the role of Spiritual Director at Saints Cyril and Methodius Seminary in Orchard Lake, MI. Please keep me in your prayers, as I will keep all of you in my prayers. Yours in Christ, Fr. Lukasz

Catholics have always honored the Blessed Virgin Mary especially on the first Saturday by praying the rosary. Our Blessed Mother is listening and praying that our Lord will deliver us from every evil.

The 2020 Msgr. John J. Carroll Scholarships given by the OLM Knights of Columbus Council 14493 was awarded to Alyssa Benzija and Sophia Schwab. Alyssa graduated Kinnelon High School and will continue her education at the University of Scranton. Sophia graduated Villa Walsh Academy and will continue her education at Cornell University. We wish them both continued success in all of their future endeavors.

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God our Father, in your wisdom and love you made all things. Bless these men, that they may be strengthened as Catholic fathers. Let the example of their faith and love shine forth. Grant that we, their sons and daughters, may honor them always with a spirit of profound respect.

Check out the video to the left for raffle results for March, April and May.

Scammers are impersonating Fr. Steve via text messages and asking for "favors". Please do not fall for this scam. Just delete the messages. See our more detailed explanation below.

The Fr. English Food Pantry has been very busy. At this time they are especially in need of soups but any non-perishable food can be left in the Parish Office vestibule. Thank you for your generosity!