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  • UPDATE ABOUT OUR CHURCH MEDIA PROJECT
      Many of you have probably noticed some changes on the wall behind the choir. We are making preparations for the installation of our new projection and live stream system this summer.  This plan was begun when Fr. Joe (Msgr. Curry) was with us. You may remember that we had focused on the Giving Tuesday… Read more: UPDATE ABOUT OUR CHURCH MEDIA PROJECT
  • Twenty Three St. Matthias School Families Provided Financial Assistance.
    The Tuition Angels Committee has wrapped up another year of tuition award assistance for students attending St. Matthias School.  For the school year beginning September 2024, twenty-three families will benefit from tuition assistance via this fund. The Tuition Angels Committee provides confidential assistance to parents who are struggling with tuition payments for their child/children to… Read more: Twenty Three St. Matthias School Families Provided Financial Assistance.
  • We are sad to announce the passing of Fr. Henry
    We are sad to announce the passing of Reverend Henry L. Hemmerling, a retired priest of our diocese. Fr. Henry served our parish as weekend associate for a few years. He died on Sunday, June 23, 2024 at the age of 88. Here’s more information from the Diocese: “Father Hemmerling spent four years with the Trappists… Read more: We are sad to announce the passing of Fr. Henry
  • SCAM ALERT
      Like many pastors, I too have heard from our parishioners who received emails or text messages, seemingly from me, asking for donations.  Please exercise the utmost caution when receiving these types of communications. I have not asked nor will I solicit donations. Please be suspicious of any such communication. Please call the parish office… Read more: SCAM ALERT
  • Join Us For A Farewell Mass
      Sr. Marie Therese, who has been serving our parish community for the past 17 years, has decided to retire from active ministry. Please join us at the noon Mass on June 30th for her farewell Mass. After Mass, we will have the opportunity to meet with her in the cafeteria to offer her our… Read more: Join Us For A Farewell Mass
  • Marriage Encounter Weekend – July 19-21, 2024
    A Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend gives you the time and tools to revitalize romance, deepen communication, and nourish the spirituality in your marriage. Please apply ASAP as space is limited. Phone 732-904-9636 for application and information (Tom & Ruth DeFalco). Visit us at: www.wwme.org for more information.  
  • Part-Time Parish Associate for Faith Formation Needed.
      The responsibilities include coordinating religious formation programs for families with children K-8. Manage preparation for Baptism, First Reconciliation/First Eucharist, and Confirmation. Adult faith formation through parish small groups. The candidate must be a practicing Catholic, with excellent communication and organizational skills. Computer proficiency especially in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and other digital tools employed… Read more: Part-Time Parish Associate for Faith Formation Needed.
  • Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
    Please come join the many who spend some quiet time with the Eucharistic Lord. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament takes place Monday evenings from 6:00 PM TO 8:00 PM.  When the Deacon is available we conclude Adoration with a Benediction.

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