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REV. MR. YOHAN ALBERTO SERRANO - Canon Law requires that the ordination of Mr. Serrano be publicly announced. The faithful are obliged to reveal any impediments to sacred orders either to the Ordinary of the Diocese or to the Pastor of the parish prior to ordination. Therefore, this announcement will appear in three successive bulletins.

On Sat., May 5th, Bishop Serratelli will make a pastoral visit to our parish and celebrate the 5:00pm Mass. Cinco de Mayo also commemorates Mexico’s victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla on May 5th, 1862. All are welcome.

Sister Nancy and Sister Joann from The Dwelling Place of NY will at all the Masses on the weekend of April 28th and 29th. The Dwelling Place is a transitional shelter for homeless women located in Manhattan. Parishioners of OLM have been faithful supporters of this ministry for many years. The sisters look forward to this opportunity to offer their gratitude in person and update you on the women currently being served. A second collection will be taken to support their ongoing efforts. Thank you for your care and generosity.

The event is sold-out for golfers, HOWEVER, we are still in need of more sponsorships. If someone would like to sponsor the water and soft drink carts which travel the course providing refreshments to thirsty golfers, the cost is $750 plus your name on each cart. Also, don’t forget to donate those authenticated memorabilia you may have somewhere. There may be someone who would love to have them for their collection.

If you are not a golfer but would like to support the Golf Outing, please purchase a Booster for $20 and a chance to win an Apple iWatch or Samsung S3 Watch, your choice. Signups are in the Narthex. Good luck!

Thank you to the following volunteers who helped to serve at Eva’s Kitchen on Saturday, April 14th: Kenny Mertz, Mary Smith, Eileen Donnelly, Pat Brinks, Stefania Adele, Lino and Mariline Tavares and mom Mariline, and Bill and Ellen Sharkey. In addition, thank you for all the volunteers who cooked the chicken casserole that helped to serve approximately 150 people.

The Easter Collection for this year was $65,228. Thank you for your continuous generosity.

Sister Nancy and Sister Joann from The Dwelling Place of NY will be present for all the Masses on the weekend of April 28th and 29th. The Dwelling Place is a transitional shelter for homeless women located in Midtown Manhattan. Parishioners of OLM have been faithful supporters of this ministry for many years. The sisters look forward to this opportunity to offer their gratitude in person and update you on the women currently being served. A second collection will be taken up to support their ongoing efforts. Thank you for your care and generosity.

The second collection next week is for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development. God Bless you for your generosity.

Earth Day transcends all national borders, yet preserves all geographical integrities, spans mountains, oceans and time belts, and yet brings people all over the world into one resonating accord. It is devoted to the preservation of harmony in nature. World Day of Prayer For Vocations - “The Lord continues to call others to follow him. We should not wait to be perfect in order to respond with our generous “yes”, nor be fearful of our limitations and sins, but instead open our three hearts to the voice of the Lord. To listen to that voice, to discern our personal mission in the Church and the world, and at last to live it in the today that God gives us.” Pope Francis

In the northeast, spring is coming slowly this year, but here at OLM it is already BLOOMING inside and out thanks to our Garden Angels! We are so grateful to all those who continue to care for the flowers in and around our parish. Thank you to the Garden Angel who planted the lovely spring flowers by the OLM road sign and to all those who water and care for the Easter plants/flowers in the church and chapel.

The 46th Annual Msgr. John R. Ryan Golf Outing is scheduled for Mon. June 4th at Rockaway River Country Club. The golf committee is looking for autographed sports memorabilia to be used as prizes at the June 4 outing. If you have something (hopefully with certification) that is collecting dust that you’d like to donate, please call or drop it off at the rectory. Autographed baseballs, footballs, team pictures, helmets, hockey sticks, jerseys etc. would be great. Claim these items as donations in the amount raised, or what you think they’re worth. To reserve your foursome NOW or to make a donation to our auction please call George Casagrand 973-632-0294 in the Rectory office.

The Fr. English Food Pantry is still in temporary quarters, but continuing to help the poor in Paterson. Please leave non- perishable food in the Church vestibule next week April 21-22

On Saturday, May 26, 2018, Deacon Yohan Serrano will be ordained a priest by Bishop Serratelli. On Sunday, May 27th at 11am he will celebrate his Mass of Thanksgiving followed by a reception in the school. More information to follow.

If you haven’t returned your Rice Bowl, please place your carton in the large “Rice Bowls” box in the narthex.

The OLM Eva’s Kitchen commitment is Sat., April 14th. Please take a pan/recipe and add your name to our volunteer list and drop off frozen casserole at OLM parking lot between 8:30-8:45 on Sat., April 14th. If unable to drop off on April 14th, you may drop off pan at rectory at any time during business hours. Thank you. Any questions call Kathy and Joe Gravino at 973-830-0559.

A heartfelt THANKS to all who brought a goody for the Easter Vigil reception. The OLM community contributions each year make this celebration a success! We continue our holy walk through the Easter season during these fifty days to Pentecost, the birthday of the Church. Believe in the Risen Christ and receive anew the gift of the Holy Spirit and the Peace of Christ. It is YOU that Christ calls to the mission of evangelization. Christ does not call the equipped but equips those he calls. Say ‘Yes’ to His Call and be filled with His Holy Joy of the Easter Season! Want to know more? RCIA meets Thursdays at 7pm at the parish house. For more information call Msgr. Carroll, 973-838-6838 x100 or Carol Mangani at 973-283-2218.