Does your child wish to be an Altar Server? Any young person who has received their First Holy Communion may sign up by speaking with Deacon Brendon after Mass or email him at brendon@olmchurch.org.

Pope Francis encourages all Catholics to celebrate and participate in the Jubilee of Hope throughout the year of 2025. Each parish/institution of the Diocese of Paterson will be represented at the opening Mass at the Cathedral on Dec. 29, 2024 with Bishop Kevin Sweeney. A pilgrimage to Rome and a local pilgrimage will be made available for all parishioners. For details about the opening Mass, the pilgrimages, and to learn about the many Jubilee events that will be happening in our diocese, please visit the diocesan homepage.

Thank you to the entire OLM community for its long term and continued support of Several Sources! The parish contributed over $3,200 last weekend! Our prayers are with all of you!

Mount St. Dominic Academy is hosting two Fall Open Houses Oct. 2nd at 6:30pm and Oct. 27th at 1pm for girls in grades 6, 7, and 8. Visit msdacademy.org or call 973-226-0660 ext. 1114 for more information.

FALL OPEN HOUSES are scheduled for Thursday, October 3rd and Wednesday, October 30, 2024 from 9:00-10:30 a.m. Grounded in Catholic tradition and through our campus ministry program, Pope John prepares its students to be well-rounded, confident citizens who can meet the demands of higher education and the challenges of the world beyond. Prospective families planning to attend are asked to please RSVP www.popejohn.org/admissions/open-house or to email admissions@popejohn.org. We look forward to meeting you and sharing our wonderful community with your family.

Thanks to the OLM Knights, led by Bob Barone, for putting on a wonderful event last weekend! The weather was beautiful, the food delicious and the vibes immaculate! Thanks also to all who attended and brought the tasty desserts!

Consider joining the Lay Carmelites of OLM in September. For more information contact Carol at 973-283-2218.

“Christian Gospel Attitudes/ Reflections” – Tues. 7 PM - ongoing “Imitation of Christ” – Fridays - 9:30 AM - Beginning 9/20 Men’s Bible Study – Saturdays - 7:30 AM - ongoing All of the above groups are meeting in the Ryan Room. Join or start a group. For more info call Carol 973-283-2218

Handmade prayer shawls are available to anyone in need of comfort during an illness or difficult time. Please contact Julie Puccia at 973-997-0776 for more info.

Please join us on Wednesday, September 18th in the Chapel, in praying a Rosary for Life, immediately following the 8:15 am Mass. This is a great opportunity to spend time with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. Call Joe at 201-274-6688 for more info.

Please join us Wednesday, September 18th at 7 pm at the OLM Church for Re-certification of all Eucharist Ministers. We are updating our roster so it is important that all current EM’s attend. Anyone who is interested in becoming part of this ministry is also welcome. For more info please call Adela at 973-713-3932 or Marianne at 201-403-4216.

Several Sources is a non-profit (501c3) organization for mothers who seek to give God’s gift of life to their child(ren). Through God’s Grace, Several Sources saves babies’ lives and shelters young mothers, while also providing resources, education, job training, counseling, post-natal parenting and spiritual support. In addition, they offer the free Gift of Hope Sonogram Center where mothers can hear the heartbeat for the very first time and actually see their babies. They also provide aid to Special Families in need of financial assistance and other resources to support their Several Sources child up until the age of 18.

Saturday, Sept. 14th at 2:30pm Immaculate Heart of Mary Church 580 Ratzer Road, Wayne In collaboration with Dorothy Dobkowski and Nikki Casseri Hosts of a new podcast "The 'Cantor'bury Tales" RSVP By Sept. 8th – For Info. & Details Email: prayerandmusic@gmail.com Or Call Dorothy 201-618-9749 OPEN TO ALL!

On Sept. 21st the Knights of Columbus Butler will be holding a Dinner and Tricky Tray to benefit the St. Anthony’s Food Pantry. The evening will feature Russ Martone and the music of Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin. For tickets call Mike (908)-803-3961.

FIRST FRIDAY ADORATION – September 6th, 2024 8:15am Mass followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament ending with Benediction at 5pm. FIRST SATURDAY ROSARY – September 7th, 2024 8:15am Mass will be followed by praying the Living Rosary.

Fr. Steve, may God’s grace shine upon you, just as your spiritual guidance has illuminated our lives. May you have a blessed and joyous birthday this coming week!

Please support our Missionaries as they spread the Good News of our Lord around the world. Since Fr. Raymond spoke last weekend, we will do a second collection this weekend as was originally scheduled. Thank you for your generosity as always!

Sunday, November 17 at 3:00pm - The Diocese of Paterson invites you to celebrate your 25th or 50th wedding anniversary during a special Mass at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Paterson. Bishop Sweeney will serve as main celebrant on this joyful occasion. To register, please contact the parish office. Please RSVP by October 16th. Congratulations & God Bless!

Hospitality is back beginning September 15th! Please join us for fellowship in the narthex of the church after the 9:00 am Mass for coffee, tea, juice, and snacks. If you're interested in helping with this ministry, please email LexieLitvin@gmail.com.

Does your child wish to be an Altar Server? Any young person who has received their First Holy Communion may sign up by speaking with Deacon Brendon after Mass or email him at brendon@olmchurch.org.