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The 2022 Mass book is open for Mass intentions and memorial candles. Call or email ([email protected]) the parish office to book an intention for your loved one.

Lord Jesus, Master of both the light and the darkness, send your Holy Spirit upon our preparations for Christmas. We who have so much to do and seek quiet spaces to hear your voice each day, We who are anxious over many things look forward to your coming among us. We who are blessed in so many ways long for the complete joy of your kingdom. We whose hearts are heavy seek the joy of your presence. We are your people, walking in darkness, yet seeking the light. To you we say, "Come Lord Jesus!' Amen.

Every Monday evening from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM in Church Every Saturday afternoon from 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM

FIRST FRIDAY ADORATION – December 3, 2021 8:15am Mass will be followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament ending with Benediction at 5pm. FIRST SATURDAY ROSARY – December 4, 2021 8:15am Mass will be followed by praying the rosary as Our Lady requested.

Wednesday, December 8th following the 7pm evening Mass for the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, the Ladies Guild is hosting a reception to welcome in the Advent and Christmas Season. Come join us for light refreshments - All parishioners are welcome!

It is not too late to purchase a beautiful mixed evergreen wreath. R.I.S.E. will be in the back of the church the weekends of December 4/5 and December 11/12 selling Christmas wreaths. A sample wreath will be displayed in the narthex. Thank you for your support of R.I.S.E.

The office will be closed on Thurs. /Fri., Nov. 25 - 26th. If you need to reach a Priest please call the house phone at 973-838-6838 then dial “0” (or call Fr. Steve’s cell 973-617-7089).

Eucharistic Ministers are needed for several Christmas Masses and for subsequent Masses in the New Year. To sign up for this important ministry and serve our parish please contact Fr. Babu at [email protected].

The Knights of Columbus received a personal call from Santa saying that he is extra busy this year getting toys ready for all the good boys and girls on his list. Santa said that he will not be making his special trip to OLM for breakfast this year. As a result, the Knights have had to cancel the Breakfast with Santa. Thank you for understanding!

RELIGIOUS ED. / CONFIRMATION UPDATES Gr. 1-6 Monday classes – 12/6, /12/13 Gr. 1-6 Sunday classes – 12/5, 12/12, 12/19 Confirmation Prep Yr. 1 & 2 classes – 12/5, 12/12

Monday night faith sharing is now using the Bishop Barron video presentation on the creed. We start at 7:30 sharp and there are 6 videos. Info call: Joe Coralluzzo 201 274 6688.

On Saturday, December 4th from 12 Noon to 3 pm the OLM Religious Education & Confirmation Programs will be holding a food drive in the Ryan Room of the church. The food drive will benefit the Father English Center in Paterson and the Kinnelon Food Pantry. Any non perishable food items are needed. Please no expired items. We are also requesting Stop & Shop, Shop Rite and Walmart gift cards. Please check the OLM website for full listing of non-perishable food items that are needed. Thank you for your generosity. God Bless!

OLM will be celebrating Mass in the church at 9:00 AM on Thanksgiving day, November 25TH. The parish will be providing loaves of blessed bread to each family attending Mass on Thanksgiving. Please join us to celebrate and share the loaf of bread with your family.

Our Christmas Giving Tree will be virtual again this year! We will be collecting $25 gift cards for the children, adults and seniors served by the Catholic Charities Family and Community Center in Paterson. You may donate gift cards from Target, Amazon, Walmart, Visa, Shoprite and GameStop.  Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up.  Then purchase a card at your designated store and drop it off in the box marked Ladies Guild Giving Tree in the Church Narthex, Chapel or Rectory OR you may mail your card to OLM Ladies Guild Giving Tree, OLM Rectory, 2 Miller Rd., Kinnelon, NJ 07405. Gift cards are due back by Sunday, December 5. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP

Several Sources Shelters, a prolife organization for mothers who seek to give God’s blessed gift of life to their children will be seeking donations and visiting OLM next weekend Nov. 13-14. Your financial gift will help save a life of a child and help us to continue our ministry. Become a child’s earthy Guardian Angel!

† NEEDED: Boys and Girls Grades 3RD – 12TH † No experience Required (on the job training provided) † Select the Masses you would like to Altar Serve † On Time - Please arrive 15 minutes before Mass starts † Excellent way to enjoy the Mass and get involved in your parish and obtain community service hours. Contact Mrs. Ramsden at [email protected]