The OLS-SA Respect Life Ministry hosts a Zoom Meeting at 6:45 pm every Wednesday to pray the rosary for an end to both abortion and the coronavirus pandemic. For more information, and a link to the online meeting, click the article title.

Our Grandparents/Grandchildren’s Celebration on Monday, July 26, the Memorial of SS. Joachim and Anne was a great success. Thanks to the Marriage Ministry Team and others who helped to prepare such a beautiful celebration. Click the article title for details.

Central Jersey Legal Services is offering free legal advice by telephone for Mercer County residents over the age of 60. Click the article title for details.

In June of this year, the Vatican released the news that Pope Francis instituted a Church-wide celebration of a World Day of Prayer for Grandparents and the Elderly. Beginning this year, the celebration will be held on the fourth Sunday of July, close to the liturgical memorial of Sts. Joachim & Anne, the grandparents of Jesus.

To comply with the Older Americans Act of 1965, an annual survey to determine the needs of the aging community is to be done, and results are incorporated in the Area Plan Contract. The Office on Aging will complete this in two ways: by hosting a virtual public hearing and by using responses to its 20 Questions survey. Click the article title for details.

Please notify the parish office when your organization or ministry changes leadership. It is important for us to know the correct person to contact regarding 2021-2022 facility scheduling. Click the article title for contact information.

Under the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021 and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, FEMA is providing financial assistance for COVID-19 related funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020. Click the article title for contact information, and a link to the web site with information about the application process.

Our Lady of Sorrows School PTA is teaming up with Voorhees Greenhouses for a Mother's Day Flowers fundraiser! Click the article title for more information.

As the new year begins, there are many issues in society that challenge our Catholic moral and social teachings. Opposition to abortion remains our ‘pre-eminent priority. During the month of January when we acknowledge the 48th anniversary of the fateful Supreme Court Roe v. Wade decision, I invite the clergy, religious, and faithful of the Diocese of Trenton to join in a common prayerful response to end abortion. Click the article title for some suggestions.

The observances of National Marriage Week (Feb. 7 - 14) are an opportunity to focus on building a culture of life and love that begins with supporting and promoting marriage and the family. Click the article title for more information.

The overflowing joy of the participants in the annual March for Life “charges the batteries” of all pro-life Americans. No pro-life Americans should miss out on this experience, so this year, the rally and pre-rally shows will be covered virtually! Click the article title for a link to the registration (free) to receive the link to the live-streamed events.

Effective October 1, parish meetings may resume, with standard protocols for social distancing and a few additional guidelines. Click the article title for details.

Mount Carmel Guild continues to serve the Mercer County community, but we need your support. We can relate to the desire of older individuals to age in place in the comfort and familiarity of their own home. Our Home Health Nursing program makes this possible. For the third year, our Age in Place project is featured on CaringCrowd® powered by Johnson & Johnson. Click the article title for more information and a link for donations.

Join us in prayer for our nation, from August 15 through October 7. Our nation is in desperate need of prayer, as all Catholics can agree. This is your chance to join a huge undertaking, from the comfort of your own home, in your own time. Click the article title for more information.

Despite the restrictions imposed on us all as the fight against the Coronavirus pandemic continues, 38 wonderful volunteers provided 163.5 hours of service to 34 individuals during the month of July. For more information on the services provided, and contact information, click the article title.

We are dismayed at the Supreme Court’s failure to hold Louisiana abortion facilities accountable for their violations of women’s health and safety in the decision issued today (June 29, 2020), June Medical Services v. Russo. The Supreme Court has failed to hold abortion clinics in Louisiana to the same standard of care as every other surgical center in the state; in essence the Supreme Court has given a “pass” to abortion centers on health regulations. Click the article title for more information.

This year’s Older Americans Month theme, Make Your Mark, highlights older adults’ unique and lasting contributions to their communities. Older adults make their marks every day as volunteers, employees, employers, parents, grandparents, mentors, and advocates. They offer their time, talents, and experience to the benefit of our communities. At Interfaith Caregivers of Greater Mercer County, we would like to share some of the ways Older Americans Make Their Mark. Click the article title for more information.

Diocesan Parish Counseling Services provide access for parishioners to short term counseling (up to 6 sessions) at locations throughout the Diocese. The program was developed by Catholic Charities and the Diocese of Trenton. Click the article title for more information.