Today at the 11 am Mass, we will welcome Ed Chomik, Ita Figueroa, Daniel Freeman, Chris Neinstedt and Trent Ortiz, members of the RCIA who are planning to receive the Sacraments of Initiation at the Easter Vigil. Parishioners play an important role in this celebration through word, song and praying for these candidates and catechumens.

Serving Christ Among Us. The Eucharist is the summit and source of the Church’s life (Lumen Gentium, 11). At the last Supper, Jesus not only gave us this great gift, but he instituted the priesthood so that, in every age and in every place, the Eucharist could be celebrated. The Bishop’s Annual Appeal helps fund the education of our seminarians. With the blessing of increased vocations to the priesthood in our Diocese, comes the obligation to prepare these men who will one day serve our parishes. Your participation in the Appeal helps to make that happen. Please make a pledge to the 2015 Bishop’s Annual Appeal today! For your convenience, you can make an online gift at www.2015appeal.org

Mark your calendar for the Advent session that your children are required to attend. Grades 1-5 attend Sat., Nov. 14, 9-12, go directly to classrooms. Grades 6-8 attend Monday evening Dec. 14th, 7-8:30pm in the church. Remember sports and other activities are not an excuse for not attending. You made the commitment to attend during Advent and Lent and these dates were given to you back in May 2014. We are looking forward to spending time with your children again. Any questions please call 973.838.0567.

The Christmas Giving Tree will be up in the narthex of the Church the weekend of Nov. 14th & 15th with gift tags for the children at the Fr. English Center and Martin DePorres. Your participation and generosity is much appreciated.

On November 12th, Msgr. Carroll will celebrate one year of sobriety. He is grateful for all of your prayers.

Eva’s Cookies & Brownies gourmet treats are freshly baked by trained chefs at The Culinary School at Eva’s Village, using the finest ingredients and an extra helping of compassion. All profits from this unique social enterprise support the anti-poverty programs at Eva’s Village. Makes a great Christmas Gift and can be easily ordered online at www.evascookies.org Cookie varieties include oatmeal raisin, chocolate chip, peanut butter toffee, oatmeal brownies, chocolate brownies and more!

ATTN: Kinnelon boys in grades 1 through 5! Cub Scout Pack 277 will be having a casual information session/sign-up with Q & A for parents and activities for boys on Tues, Nov. 10th at 6:30pm at Kiel School. Session will last approximately 30-45 minutes. For questions/more info, please contact Katy Schrope at 973-283-2610 or email cubmaster277@gmail.com or visit www.BeAScout.org.