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- Time to Volunteer for our “Tree-mendous” Spread the Light Event!We will be in need of help on two Saturdays, November 22nd and November 29th. On the 22nd, we will need help taking the trees off the truck at delivery and setting them up in the field. We have been informed that the truck should arrive at 7 AM. While that is early, we… Read more: Time to Volunteer for our “Tree-mendous” Spread the Light Event!
- Opening of Our Book of Mass IntentionsOur 2026 Book of Mass Intentions will be opened on Monday, November 3, 2025, at 8:30 AM in the Parish Office. To accommodate all our parishioners, we will continue the limit of four (4) Masses, that is, two (2) weekday Masses and a maximum of two (2) Weekend Masses. You can return on or after… Read more: Opening of Our Book of Mass Intentions
- Blessing of the PetsThe annual blessing of the pets will take place Sunday, October 5th, immediately after the 12:00 p.m. Mass in the church parking lot.
- St. Matthias Parish & School Congratulates Archbishop James F. Checchio on His Appointment to the Archdiocese of New Orleans later this yearSomerset, NJ – September 24, 2025 – The parish community of St. Matthias joyfully extends heartfelt congratulations to Archbishop James F. Checchio as he prepares to assume his new pastoral mission with the Archdiocese of New Orleans later this year. Since his ordination as the Fifth Bishop of Metuchen in 2016, Archbishop Checchio has shepherded the Diocese of Metuchen with… Read more: St. Matthias Parish & School Congratulates Archbishop James F. Checchio on His Appointment to the Archdiocese of New Orleans later this year
- Join Us for the Installation of Our New Pastor!Join us at noon on October 12th for the installation of our new pastor, Rev. Thomas W. Lanza. A reception will immediately follow in the school cafeteria. Space is limited; therefore, an RSVP is required. Please click here to register for the reception.
- Christmas Craft Fair Vendors Wanted✨ We’re excited to invite you to the St. Matthias HSA Annual Christmas Craft Fair on Sunday, December 7, 2025 (9 AM – 2 PM) in the school cafeteria! ✨ Event Details: Set-up: 7 AM Table: $55 (8′ x 2½’) Space (no table): $45 Limited wall & electrical spots – first come, first served! … Read more: Christmas Craft Fair Vendors Wanted
- Response to shooting in Minneapolis ChurchDear Parishioners, Parents, and Students, With a heavy heart, I write to you today in the wake of the horrific shooting that took place yesterday during the opening Mass at Annunciation School. Words cannot fully express the grief and shock we feel for our brothers and sisters who have suffered such a tragedy. We… Read more: Response to shooting in Minneapolis Church
- Have You Ordered Your Tree Yet?“Spread the Light!” Campaign is Back! St. Matthias is again celebrating the Christmas Season by illuminating our church and school property with beautiful, personalized, freshly-cut Christmas trees, decorated with white lights. Each tree will have a plaque that can be customized with a name or a message. This can be a great way to memorialize… Read more: Have You Ordered Your Tree Yet?
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