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This weekend November 9/10, students for the student-run organization Turkeys 4U will be at OLM to speak and ask for your financial support. The goal is to raise money to buy Thanksgiving dinners for families who can’t afford them. Turkeys 4U is in coordination with the Montville UNICO Foundation. All donations collected will be used to purchase turkeys and food certificates for local families, the Kinnelon Food Pantry, Father English Center, and the Interfaith Food Pantry. Donations of checks should be made payable to Montville UNICO Foundation and in the memo section Turkeys 4U. Thank you for helping to feed as many families as possible.

The Knights want to thank all the ghosts and goblins who attended the Halloween breakfast last weekend! The proceeds will go to a worthy cause and everyone had a ghoulish time!

REMEMBER THE FALLEN, HONOR THOSE WHO SERVED. On December 14, WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA will host a placing of Remembrance wreaths to honor our fallen heroes. They are short of their 2024 goal, please sponsor a wreath and support their fundraising events - see OLM website or visit www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/Shop/Product/597?tid=ABE01CC8-1815-4D04-B346-5269BB4A7335&pageIds=159519,0.

FIRST FRIDAY ADORATION – November 1ST, 2024 8:15am Mass followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament ending with Benediction at 5pm. FIRST SATURDAY ROSARY – November 2ND, 2024 8:15am Mass will be followed by praying the Living Rosary.

Most Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of Mercy, at this most critical time, we entrust the USA to your loving care. We beg you to reclaim this land for the glory of your Son. Have mercy upon us and touch the hearts of our people. Open our minds to the great worth of human life and to the responsibilities that accompany human freedom. Grant our country the wisdom to proclaim that God’s law is the foundation on which our nation was founded, and that He alone is the True Source of our cherished right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. O Merciful Mother, give us the courage to reject the culture of death and the strength to build a Culture of Life. Our Bishop’s Conference for the US has published guidelines to assist Catholic voters at www.usccb.org/offices/justice-and-peace/forming-consciences-faithful-citizenship.

During the 11am Mass we celebrate and remember our loved ones in a very special way. All are invited and encouraged to bring a small photo and light a remembrance candle to be placed near the altar for this beautiful Mass of Memories.

Please do not park along the curb in the front of the church. We need to leave this area open for emergency vehicles. Thank you for your cooperation.

Join us November 15 at The Brownstone. Holy Spirit School has been more than just a place of learning—it has been a home where lifelong friendships are formed and memories are made. Holy Spirit will be honoring Fr. Edward Lambro and the Codiroli Family. Let's celebrate the memories and future of Holy Spirit School! For tickets go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/holy-spirit-school-legacy-gala-tickets-971605928487?aff=ebdsshios.

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 from 9:00-10:30 a.m. Come to learn about our academic, athletics and extracurricular programs. Grounded in Catholic tradition Pope John prepares its students to be well-rounded, confident citizens who can meet the demands and challenges of the world. RSVP at www.popejohn.org/admissions/open-house or email us at [email protected].

Pre-order your Christmas wreaths with easy ordering options! Option 1: Place wreath order form and payment in the boxes located in the narthex or chapel. Option 2: Email your orders to [email protected]. Option 3: Text your wreath orders to 973-809-6974. Option 4: Order wreaths on the OLM website www.olmchurch.org. NEW THIS YEAR! - Remote Gift Giving use the “Remote” order form to have wreaths shipped directly to your family and friends!

Wednesday, October 30 – 6pm Sunday, Nov. 3 – 12 noon Girls’ College Prep is focused on 80 Years of Salesian Traditions, with 100% College Attendance, Partnership with Seton Hall, Full Athletics and Arts Programs and New Robotic/STREAM Lab. Advance registration required. www.maryhelp.org/ohreg/ 659 Belmont Ave., North Haldon 973-790-6200.

Oak Knoll School grades PK-12 welcomes families applying for the 24-25 school year. Upper School Open House Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 10–12 p.m. Please visit our website at www.oakknoll.org or call the Admission Office at 908-522-8109 to register for an event or tour. Pre-registration is required.

Please join us on Wednesday, October 16th 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

Prayers were offered last weekend for our dear Sr. Ellen. Unfortunately, she had a fall and is receiving PT at a nursing home. She would appreciate your prayers for God’s healing grace. If you would like to send Sister Ellen a greeting or well wishes she would love to hear from you! Saint Cabrini Nursing Home – Attn: Noreen O’Connor Room 117, 115 Broadway, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522

VIVERE CHRISTUS AWARD Congratulations to the Minardi Family On Sunday, October 20TH a special Mass will be celebrated at St. John’s Cathedral with Bishop Sweeney honoring parishioners throughout the diocese who are exemplary volunteers. OLM has nominated the Minardi Family. For years John, Janine, Elena and James have volunteered as Eucharistic Ministers, Knights of Columbus, Beefsteaks, Golf Outings, the Diocese Ministries Appeals, Choir, Parish Picnic and Youth Activities - if help was needed, the Minardi's were there! With sincere gratitude may God bless you all!

Two tickets are available for an overnight trip to the Sight and Sound Theater in Lancaster, PA. See “Daniel” on November 12th – 13th. For more information call Carol at 973-283-2218.

The Fr English Food pantry is serving more and more people. They are desperately trying not to impose limits on food and supplies for clients by saying “God will provide.” PLEASE pick up a bag in the entryway and return with non-perishable items. Let’s help Fr. English to continue to serve the needy! Thank you for your generosity. PLEASE pick up a bag in the entryway and return with non-perishable items. Let’s help Fr. English to continue to serve the needy! Thank you for your generosity.