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Best wishes to our OCIA 2026 participants who have completed the process and are now fully Initiated into the Catholic Church!

Come out and see Monty Python ‘s Spamalot on Thursday, May 28th at the Barn Theater in Montville NJ. There will be a light buffet at 7 pm, the show begins at 8 PM. Tickets are $40 per person and are on sale now at the circulation desk of the library. This is a benefit of the Friends of the Kinnelon Library.

FIRST FRIDAY ADORATION – May 1st 8:15am Mass will be followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament ending with Benediction at 5pm. FIRST SATURDAY ROSARY – May 2nd 8:15am Mass will be followed by praying of the rosary.

Please take the time to read the Parish Financial Report for 2024-2025 on our website on the “From the Pastor” page. It is interesting and informative! Thank you to our Parish Finance Council for all their support and guidance throughout the year. There is a QUICK LINK in the right hand column to go there directly.

ALL LADIES ARE WELCOME All women of the parish are welcome! Come join in the charitable works of the Ladies Guild in helping those in need. Check bulletin for upcoming projects.

Senior Citizens currently experiencing any challenges (anxiety, depression, family issues, stress, grief/loss, loneliness) can find support services with Pathways Counseling Center in Pompton Lakes and licensed counselors who accept Medicare and other insurances. Call for more information – 973-835-6337 or email [email protected].

The OLM Community extends a heartfelt thank you for the incredible volunteers who came out last weekend to clean up and beautify the OLM grounds. Your faithful service is much appreciated and makes our Church and Chapel a more welcoming place to worship. God Bless!

Handmade prayer shawls are available upon request for anyone in need of comfort during an illness or experiencing a difficult time. Contact Diane at [email protected] for more information.

Senior Citizens currently experiencing any challenges (anxiety, depression, family issues, stress, grief/loss, loneliness) can find support services with Pathways Counseling Center in Pompton Lakes. Licensed counselors that accept Medicare and other insurances. Call for more information – 973-835-6337 or email [email protected].

Support the Kinnelon Volunteer Fire Company on Sunday, April 19th. Stop by and enjoy the All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast being held at the Kiel Avenue Firehouse from 7 AM – 12 PM. Adults $12, Children & Seniors $10, Children under 3 are free.

On behalf of the OLM Knights of Columbus, we are proud to announce that Anna Youngren and Edward Leonard will be presented with the 2026 Msgr. Carroll Scholarship Award on Sunday April 19TH at the 11am Mass. Anna and Edward will be recognized for their Christian, Community and School leadership. Congratulations Anna and Edward!

Kinnelon Senior Citizens Are Cordially Invited To Kinnelon High School APRIL 23RD 3:30 to 6:00 PM For a free night of dinner, dancing, games, prizes! RSVP By April 9TH 973-838-5500 ext. 4004

Looking for a fulfilling and rewarding volunteer opportunity for yourself, a friend, or family member? Consider volunteering with VNA (Visiting Nurse Assoc.)! We have two great opportunities available- Volunteering for the House Calls Grocery program as well as our Hospice/Bereavement program. Please call 973-451-4128 to speak with the Development Coordinator, Rachel Enderle or email [email protected] to answer any questions.

Senior Citizens currently experiencing any challenges (anxiety, depression, family issues, stress, grief/loss, loneliness) can find support services with Pathways Counseling Center in Pompton Lakes. Licensed counselors that accept Medicare and other insurances. Call for more information – 973-835-6337 or email [email protected].

There will be no 6 pm Mass on Easter Sunday. Please note that the Parish office will be closed on (Little Easter), April 6th.

May our celebration of the Resurrection of Jesus transform us and renew us, and may we experience the peace and joy of the Risen Christ in our hearts and in our homes. Holy and Happy Easter, Fr. Steve & the OLM Staff

Please return your Rice Bowl. Place cartons in the large “Rice Bowls” box in the narthex. Thank you for your generosity.

Thank you to all parishioners for your Easter flower donations in memory of your loved ones. Your contributions help to adorn the altar and sanctuary with magnificent lilies and spring flowers for the Easter season. We would like to express our gratitude to Tom Black for watering and keeping the flowers looking beautiful.

Congratulations to Anna Henderson, Jamie Covello, Gael Lugo, Martin Lugo, Matt Holman, Julia Vanderclock, Jason Vanderclock, Natalie Marcinek, Stephen Gabaris, Christopher Gabaris, Kyle Swiderski in receiving the Sacraments of First Eucharist and Confirmation at the Easter Vigil.

The Living Stations performed by our 7th & 8th grade confirmation students was a prayerful way to begin Holy Week. Thank you to all those who participated in this live biblical production.