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We wish you a Blessed and Healthy New Year. And may 2020 be a peaceful and prayerful year. Fr. Steve

On Wednesday, Jan. 1 we celebrate the Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God. Mass will be celebrated at 8:15am in the Chapel and at 11:00am in the Church. There is no vigil Mass.

Our group meets every other Wednesday in the Parish House at 7pm. For info, email or call Cathy O’Dougherty angeloncall@optonline.net or 973-713-9793.

On behalf the entire staff, I wish you a very Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year. As you celebrate the miracle of this special season, may your heart be filled with love, joy and peace. Fr. Steve

Second collection on Christmas is for the Maintenance Fund. This helps to maintain OLM grounds, roads and buildings

The teens, coordinators, and chaperones of R.I.S.E. would like to offer a heartfelt thank you for the sponsorship offerings and donations for our 3 teams for the summer of 2020. Your generosity not only helps us to afford the cost of the trip, but allows us to extend our helping hands further than we’ve ever been able to before. What a truly amazing parish we are honored to be part of! To see some of the amazing work we are privileged to do each summer, please Like our group on Facebook at Kinnelon RISE. Thank you again, and may God bless this wonderful congregation.

SATURDAY, FEB 1ST – OLM Volunteers are invited to join us for an evening of food, music, fellowship and fun! Invitations and more information to follow.

Reconciliation is available Saturdays, 4 – 4:45 pm. This is a wonderful opportunity to re-connect with Christ.

THIS WEEKEND DECEMBER 14th & 15th the 2nd collection is for the Retired Sisters, Brothers and Priests.

THIS WEEKEND – You will enjoy your holiday celebrations so much more, knowing that your donations of non-perishable food are helping working-poor families put food on their tables too. Thank you for your continuing help - at this time breakfast foods are needed most, like pancake mix, syrup, cereal, etc.

Do you play the drums, bass, guitar or piano? Are you looking to use your musical gifts and talents? OLM is looking for adult and young adult musicians to join the growing band at Sunday 6pm Masses. Featuring music written and performed by worship artists such as Chris Tomlin, Matt Maher, Bethel and Hillsong United, musicians should be comfortable with reading sheet music or chord charts and playing by ear. Please call or email Mary Ramsden, or email Chris Oliveira at christopher.m.oliveira@gmail.com.

If you have some time we would greatly appreciate it. Confirmation students can earn service hours. Tuesday, 12/17 – 10am - Crèche and narthex trees Monday, 12/23 – 8:00am - Poinsettia delivery & decorating Note: Volunteers are needed to water the flowers in Church & Chapel during the holiday season. If you can help, please call the office. Thanks!

If you could help out ushering for the Christmas Masses, there are sign up sheets in the narthex. Your help is greatly appreciated. For questions email Bob Morrisroe at bobmorrisroe@optonline.net.

NEXT WEEKEND DECEMBER 14 & 15 is for the Retired Sisters, Brothers and Priests.

Fr. English Center -- All gifts are due this weekend DEC. 8th for the Fr. English Center! (Only toys UNWRAPPED). Martin DePorres -- All gifts are due this weekend Dec. 8th for The Martin DePorres Learning Center! (All UNWRAPPED). All gifts must have tag attached! Thank you!

A SPECIAL Christmas fund has been established to assist parishioners who do not have the discretionary income to purchase gifts for their children at Christmas. If you would like to contribute to this fund please make checks payable to OLM and note “Christmas Fund”. Before Christmas, either mail them or give them to Fr. Steve. This fund is in addition to the Giving Tree & the Caring Ministry. A generous parishioner has come forward and volunteered to “match” up to $2,500 of what is collected by the Parish. Your prayerful consideration is greatly appreciated. God Bless!

If you have some time we would greatly appreciate it. Confirmation students can earn service hours. Monday, 12/9 – 9am – Tree and Wreath Decorating Tuesday, 12/10 – 7:00pm – Decorating church Tuesday, 12/17 – 10am - Crèche and narthex trees Monday, 12/23 – 8:00am - Poinsettia delivery & decorating

Reconciliation is available Saturdays, 4 – 4:45 pm. This is a wonderful opportunity to re-connect with Christ. Experience the gracious mercy of God!

Turkeys 4U group from Kinnelon High School delivered 400 turkeys to the Father English Center. Thank you to OLM parishioners for your generous financial support.