ORATORY PREP SCHOOL – OPEN HOUSE We invite you to our OPEN HOUSE EVENT on Thursday, October 23, 2025 from 6-8 p.m. Oratory Prep is located at 425 Morris Avenue, Summit, NJ. We ask that you register to attend on our website under the Admissions tab. For further information, call 908-273-1084, ext. 1 or visit us at www.oratory prep.org. SETON HALL PREP – OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26 – WEST ORANGE At Seton Hall Prep, students participate in many of the amazing offerings available to them outside of the classroom. This includes 15 sports, more than 70 activities and clubs, a variety of intramurals and a seemingly endless number of service projects. For further information, call 973-325-6640, or visit SHP.org

BUTLER/KINNELON VETERANS WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA 5:00 – 8:00 PM – DINE-IN ONLY! LOCATION: 1204 NJ-23, Butler By taking part in this fundraiser, you are helping to recognize those who have given the ultimate sacrifice. We cannot tell you how much your generosity Is appreciated! The funds generated will be used to purchase wreaths placed at the gravesites of our local veterans in OLM and local cemeteries.

Several Sources Shelters are very thankful for your generous donations of $3,300 collected at their appeal to OLM parish. May our Lord bless you for helping our mothers and babies.

We are currently forming a committee for the Women’s Day of Reflection. Please consider joining our committee which is forming now! Our first committee meeting will be on Thursday, October 9th @ 11 AM in the Parish House. If you are interested in joining or would like information, please call Carol Mangani at 973-283-2218 or Marianne Garibaldi at 201-403-4216.

The Ladies Guild Christmas Wreath Sale is underway. You can purchase beautiful Pacific Northwest evergreen wreaths by dropping your order form (see full page in this bulletin) with payment into the order box in the Narthex, mailing your order to the Parish Office or directly placing you order on the OLM website. Orders are due by Nov. 2nd for pick-up after Masses the weekend of 11/22 & 23. Questions! Email or Text Peg at pegmarkert@gmail.com or 973-809-6974.

At All Saints Academy, we welcome new students’ year-round—and offer a $1,000 Tuition Transfer Grant to make the switch easier. Small classes, supportive teachers, and a faith-filled environment, your child will be set up for success. Call 973-334-4704 or allsaintspar.org to schedule a tour!

FIRST FRIDAY ADORATION – October 3, 2025 8:15am Mass followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament ending with Benediction at 5pm. FIRST SATURDAY ROSARY – October 4, 2025 8:15am Mass will be followed by praying the Living Rosary.

We now practice the ancient Christian Method of Lectio Divina! We not only read the Bible but pray and meditate on GOD'S Holy Words. All Men are invited and encouraged to join us on Saturday Mornings at 9:00am in the Ryan room. Please call Joe if you have questions 201-274-6688. Hope to see you on Saturday!

Shepard School in Kinnelon, NJ (a state-approved K-8 school for students with special needs) is seeking part-time classroom assistants (M-F 8:15-2:30). Responsibilities include supporting teachers, reinforcing learning, and helping manage student behavior. For info. email Katie at kdulfer@shepardschools.org.

Always be ready to give an explanation, for a reason for your hope. 1 Peter 3:15 Today we celebrate those who have been called to teach our children and fellow parishioners. May God our Father, the Father of Love, fill you with confidence and joy as you proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ through the Holy Spirit.

This weekend Katrina Lipton and her son, Ben from Several Sources, a non-profit (501c3) organization, will speak at all Masses about their lifesaving work 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 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 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.

St. Anthony’s Columbiettes present this live show on September 27th at 7 pm at PVCC Banquet Hall. Listen to the sounds of Elvis, Motown, Beatles & more. Tickets are $35. Please call Maria Opiela @ 201-406-4883 for tickets and more information.

Since 1892, Mount St. Dominic Academy continues to inspire and foster a community of learners. Our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators are partners in the mission with MSDA extraordinary young women to inspire, innovate, and lead with compassion and integrity. For information and to attend our Fall Open Houses this October 1st and 19th visit msdacademy.org

Next weekend a representative from Several Sources, a non-profit (501c3) organization, will speak at all Masses about their lifesaving work 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 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 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.

Thanks to the OLM Knights, led by John Farmer and team, for putting on a wonderful event last weekend! The weather forced us inside, but the food was delicious and the vibes fantastic! Thanks also to all who attended and brought the tasty desserts!

Please join us on Wed., September 17th to pray a Rosary for Life, immediately following the 8:15 am Mass. Spend time with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. Call Joe - 201-274-6688 for more info.

Psalms – Tues. 7 PM – beginning 9/16. “Imitation of Christ” – Fridays – 9:30 AM – Beginning 9/26 Lectio Divina – Saturdays – 9:00 AM – ongoing All of the above groups meet in the Church – Ryan Room. Join or start a group. For more info call Carol 973-283-2218.

The Special Needs Ministry of St. Mary's Parish in Pompton Lakes is launching a new program for youth 14 to 20 years old. Starting on Thursday, September 11, this social group will enjoy games, creative activities and the opportunity to meet new friends. Please contact St. Mary's Church at 973-835-0374 for more information.

Join us on Wednesday September 10th in supporting the Butler/Kinnelon Veterans Wreaths group at Tastefully British. Large Fish or Chicken Dinners are available from 4 – 8PM, 163 Union Ave Bloomingdale NJ. Please support this worthy event.

All women of the parish are invited to assist in planning the Ladies Guild upcoming activities. Check the Bulletin for details about the Annual Wreath Sale, The Giving Tree Project and Immaculate Conception Reception. Our next meeting is Monday, September 15th at 1:00 pm in the Church Ryan Room.