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On July 30 the Diocese will celebrate a “Jubilee for Parish Personnel,” an opportunity to thank those who do so much in out parishes to foster the Church’s mission. It will also be an occasion to mark Bishop O’Connell’s 15th anniversary as our shepherd. We would like to do so by presenting the Bishop with a “Bouquet of Good Works” to offered by the faithful of the Diocese. Click here for details.

Since the Church was born from the pierced side of Christ, from his Sacred Heart, let us during this month contemplate the pierced Heart of our Savior. Click here for the remainder of this reflection.

Our parish is pleased to offer a preparation program for children between the ages of 6 and 14 who have not yet been baptized. Click here for more information.

As many of you know, our popular Summer Bible Camp has been suspended since the pandemic. We would very much like to bring it back this summer, but need to determine if there is sufficient interest on the part of our families. Click here for more information.

The Diocese of Trenton Catholic Charismatic Renewal invites all generations to a powerful Pentecost Rally on the Vigil of Pentecost. Come and experience dynamic speakers, anointed worship, and a powerful Healing Service. Click here for more information.

The first Pope from the United States has chosen the name Leo XIV. Click here for a link to an article from the Vatican News on the new Pope.

The Knight to Remember (KTR) Gala is our school’s largest fundraiser of the year. It will be held at the Trenton Country Club on Friday, May 9th. Click here to find the names of this year's honorees, updated 50/50 prize amounts, and other information.

The Parish Office will be closed from Thursday, April 17th through Monday April 21st in observance of the Sacred Triduum and Easter. The office will re-open on Tuesday, April 22, at 9:00 AM.

Volunteers are needed to help decorate Our Lady of Sorrows Church on Good Friday immediately after The Seven Last Words Service (approximately 7:30 pm). This is a great opportunity for our students to receive service hours. Help us adorn the Lord’s House for the celebration of His Resurrection!

As part of their preparation for First Communion our children are reflecting on the important of sharing and generosity as they consider the Gospel event of the boy who offered his two fish and five loaves to Jesus for the feeding of the crowd…a foreshadowing of the Eucharist. Our First Communicants will be sharing loaves of bread with you next weekend. Click here for more information.

Congratulations to those young parishioners who were confirmed this weekend. We thank their parents, sponsors, and catechists, who prepared them for the gift of the Holy Spirit, and His Excellency David M. O’Connell, C.M, Bishop of Trenton, who conferred the sacrament.

Our newly confirmed and their families enjoyed a wonderful brunch last week hosted by the candidates in their first year of preparation following the 11:00 am Mass. We are very grateful for all the work that went into making the reception such a beautiful tribute to the newly confirmed.

Next Sunday (March 30), our Confirmation candidates will join us at the 11:00 am Mass. It will be an occasion to congratulate and pray for them as approach their Confirmation on Saturday, April 5. The candidates in their 1st year of preparation will host a brunch for them after the Mass!

Monday, March 17 is the day dedicated to St. Patrick, Apostle of Ireland. Wednesday, March 19 is the day dedicated to St. Joseph, the husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary and Guardian of the Redeemer. Click here for more information.

Ask Congress to pass the Educational Choice for Children Act. This federal school choice bill has been introduced on Capitol Hill with genuine prospects for success. Please ask your representatives to vote in favor of the bill. Click here for more information.

March: Reconciliation The Sacrament of Penance assures us that God wipes away our sins. The Sacrament of Reconciliation is not only a magnificent spiritual gift, but also a decisive, essential, and fundamental step on our journey of faith. Click here for more information.

Click here for information on the liturgical lines for Lent.

Among the seven sacraments, the Anointing of the Sick is especially intended to strengthen those who are ill. While the Sacrament serves to comfort the dying, it is not only for those at the point of death. It is also intended to help the chronically ill and the elderly who are in a weakened condition. Children who are seriously ill or facing major surgery can be anointed. The sacrament can be administered more than once even during the same illness if a person’s condition becomes more serious. Don't wait until your loved one is on the point of death. Give them the gift of this strengthening sacrament!

Catechists are always needed! If you are interested in making a difference to a child or teen, click here for more information.