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Circle of Friendship Ministry
07:30 PM - 09:30 PM
A support group for separated or divorced persons. Informal, friendly, confidential meetings let us share emotions, problems and joys as we journey together - non-denominational - all faiths welcome. Please consider coming to a meeting - we meet the first, third and fifth Thursdays of each month in St. Mary’s Van Vooren, from 7:30 - 9:30 PM. If you have questions or concerns,please call Jeff Rusnak at 973.831.9847.
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Emmaus Men’s Fellowship
07:30 AM - 08:30 AM
Men of the parish are invited to join the EMMAUS Catholic Men’s Fellowship, an informal group which focuses on everyday issues of living from a Christian perspective. There is no fee - just bring your Bible. We meet in the library at the Youth Ministry Office from 7:30 - 8:30 AM on the first, third and fifth Saturdays of each month. Questions? Contact Ken at kenweinheimer@gmail.com or Stanley at 973.831.8948.
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JustFaith Centering Prayer
07:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Every 1st Week, 2nd Week, 4th Week, Last Week On Tuesday in the Carnevale Center Library
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Bible Study
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Wednesdays, 10:00 AM - Carnevale Center! You’re invited to join us; we are a welcoming group open to lively discussions to enrich our scripture knowledge — everyone welcome!
Advocates for Justice
07:00 PM - 09:30 PM
Social Justice Ministry meets in Carnevale Center rooms 203 and 204
Movie Night
07:00 PM - 09:30 PM
Gathering in Youth Center Basement for all high school aged students each Wednesday night.
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Blood Pressure Screening

Free Blood Pressure Screening Offered by St. Mary’s Health & Wellness Ministry 9:30 AM - 12:00 noon in the Carnevale Center. Please come in to take advantage of this program.
Confirmation P1 Meeting
06:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Confirmation P1 meeting held in the Carnevale Center.
Confirmation P1 Meeting
07:45 PM - 09:15 PM
Confirmation P1 meeting held in the Carnevale Center.
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Confirmation P1 Meeting
07:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Confirmation P1 Meeting held in the Youth Center.
JustFaith Centering Prayer
07:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Every 1st Week, 2nd Week, 4th Week, Last Week On Tuesday in the Carnevale Center Library
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Bible Study
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Wednesdays, 10:00 AM - Carnevale Center! You’re invited to join us; we are a welcoming group open to lively discussions to enrich our scripture knowledge — everyone welcome!
St Mary's Seniors
11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Meet 2nd and 4th Wednesday, 11AM - 1PM Carnevale Center
Movie Night
07:00 PM - 09:30 PM
Gathering in Youth Center Basement for all high school aged students each Wednesday night.
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Just Faith 202
07:00 PM - 09:30 PM
Just Faith group meets every third Thursday of the month at 7PM in the Carnevale Center rooms 203 and 204.
Circle of Friendship Ministry
07:30 PM - 09:30 PM
A support group for separated or divorced persons. Informal, friendly, confidential meetings let us share emotions, problems and joys as we journey together - non-denominational - all faiths welcome. Please consider coming to a meeting - we meet the first, third and fifth Thursdays of each month in St. Mary’s Van Vooren, from 7:30 - 9:30 PM. If you have questions or concerns,please call Jeff Rusnak at 973.831.9847.
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Emmaus Men’s Fellowship
07:30 AM - 08:30 AM
Men of the parish are invited to join the EMMAUS Catholic Men’s Fellowship, an informal group which focuses on everyday issues of living from a Christian perspective. There is no fee - just bring your Bible. We meet in the library at the Youth Ministry Office from 7:30 - 8:30 AM on the first, third and fifth Saturdays of each month. Questions? Contact Ken at kenweinheimer@gmail.com or Stanley at 973.831.8948.
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Confirmation P1 Meeting
06:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Confirmation P1 meeting held in the Carnevale Center.
Confirmation P1 Meeting
07:45 PM - 09:15 PM
Confirmation P1 meeting held in the Carnevale Center.
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Confirmation P1 Meeting
07:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Confirmation P1 Meeting held in the Youth Center.
Women of Prayer & Spirit
07:30 PM - 09:00 PM
We gather the third Tuesday of each month at 7:30 PM in our Prayer Room for an evening of sharing, prayer, and reflection. Periodically, we intersperse one of these experiences for the evening's usual Lectio Divina, Reflection in our Meditation Garden, Ignatian Imaginitive Prayer, Prayer Bell & Prayer Prayer Bowl, Centering Prayer or Contemplation of Scripture. We also keep an ongoing prayer intention journal. For more information, contact Beverly Dellart, Certified Spiritual Director, at 973-835-0374, ext 709.
Franciscan Response
07:30 PM - 09:30 PM
Franciscan response group on fracking and climate change. meetings held third Tuesday of the month in Carnevale Center rooms 203 and 204 at 7:30.
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Bible Study
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Wednesdays, 10:00 AM - Carnevale Center! You’re invited to join us; we are a welcoming group open to lively discussions to enrich our scripture knowledge — everyone welcome!
Movie Night
07:00 PM - 09:30 PM
Gathering in Youth Center Basement for all high school aged students each Wednesday night.
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Married Couples' Spiritual Enrichment Group
07:30 PM - 09:30 PM
Meet in the Carnevale Center Rooms 101/102 and Assisi Room
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Confirmation P1 Meeting
06:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Confirmation P1 meeting held in the Carnevale Center.
Confirmation P1 Meeting
07:45 PM - 09:15 PM
Confirmation P1 meeting held in the Carnevale Center.
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Confirmation P1 Meeting
07:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Confirmation P1 Meeting held in the Youth Center.
JustFaith Centering Prayer
07:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Every 1st Week, 2nd Week, 4th Week, Last Week On Tuesday in the Carnevale Center Library
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Bible Study
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Wednesdays, 10:00 AM - Carnevale Center! You’re invited to join us; we are a welcoming group open to lively discussions to enrich our scripture knowledge — everyone welcome!
St Mary's Seniors
11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Meet 2nd and 4th Wednesday, 11AM - 1PM Carnevale Center
Movie Night
07:00 PM - 09:30 PM
Gathering in Youth Center Basement for all high school aged students each Wednesday night.
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Ladies!  Just a reminder that it is your last chance to sign up for Cornerstone.

 Friday, March 1 to Saturday, March 2 a
You can register online HERE or by using the brochures that are around the church."

Please join us for Women's Cornerstone where you will be “Finding Joy in Your Journey”!
We have a spiritual, self-enlightening, and social experience planned; we just need you to say “YES” to yourself and to Him.



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

St Mary’s Church in Pompton Lakes is seeking a Coordinator of Special Needs. St. Mary’s Catholic Church, a progressive Catholic community rooted in the Franciscan tradition is seeking a passionate, dynamic individual to be a part of our pastoral staff as the Coordinator of Special Needs Ministry. The ministry aims to support all those with special needs, children and adults, in all aspects of their spiritual growth as well as provide social events.

 

Qualified applicants should send resume to Anne Silversey, Assistant to the Pastor at anne@stmarys-pompton.org












St. Mary’s Church in Pompton Lakes is seeking a Director of Social Justice. This is a part time position reporting to the Pastor. St Mary’s Social Justice Ministry envisions a world where systems and structures ensure everyone’s basic needs are met. St Mary’s is looking to address local, national and global issues related to Justice, Peace and the Integrity of Creation. Applicants should be familiar with Catholic Social Teaching.

Qualified applicants should forward resume to Anne Silversey at anne@stmarys-pompton.org

 

 

Pasta & Potatoes Party

Saturday, March 16th
6-10PM
Carnevale Center
St Mary’s Church

Join us for a
celebration of
St Patrick’s
and
St Joseph’s
Feast days
Delicious Traditional
Italian & Irish Fare
Zeppoles di San Giuseppe and more
Guinness on Draught
Wine & Refreshments
Fr John & his Irish Dancers
DJ and Dancing
Raffle

$50 per person includes full dinner, dessert and two alcoholic drinks
Cash bar following
Buy tickets HERE
or at Parish Office



 




“Rebuild My House”

               A Building Repair Campaign                
      
Dear Saint Mary's Family,
As we begin 2019, and as your Pastor, I am so incredibly grateful because of all the people that God sends into my life. As a community of faith, we are so blessed as we share our struggles and joy together knowing that the Lord is always in our midst.

On behalf of all the people that we serve and all the people that serve you, I want to thank you for your great generosity. Thanks to your contributions we have reached and gone beyond our goal of $700,000 for Rebuild My House. We have received an amazing amount of $722,920!

Please go to "Rebuild My House" page for more information  



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NEWS & UPDATES
Women of Prayer and Spirit Women of Prayer and Spirit
BEGINNING MARCH 5…WOMEN OF PRAYER & SPIRIT Wrapped Up God’s Ten Gifts For Women Faith and feminine genius are a natural combination. God gives every woman ten gifts to help her embrace her unique vocation and to discover a life filled with peace and fulfillment. The Gift of …God’s Love…God’s Forgiveness…Allowing God To Be God…A Joyful Attitude…Suffering…Letting Go…A Sacramental Life… Your Sisters in Faith…Setting Priorities…Gift of You!

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Women of Prayer and Spirit Women of Prayer and Spirit
BEGINNING MARCH 5…WOMEN OF PRAYER & SPIRIT Wrapped Up God’s Ten Gifts For Women Faith and feminine genius are a natural combination. God gives every woman ten gifts to help her embrace her unique vocation and to discover a life filled with peace and fulfillment. The Gift of …God’s Love…God’s Forgiveness…Allowing God To Be God…A Joyful Attitude…Suffering…Letting Go…A Sacramental Life… Your Sisters in Faith…Setting Priorities…Gift of You!

A journey drawing on Scripture, reflections, and prayer… as we travel with this reflection book by Teresa Tomeo & Cheryl Dickow.
For over 9 years we have gathered monthly for our PRAYER CIRCLE & SPIRITUAL REFLECTION! Come join us…a prayer circle can never grow too big!

Facilitated by Beverly Delleart, Certified Spiritual Director
For information & to register by February 27: Call Beverly at 201-315-9461.
Beginning March 5, 2019, 7:30 p.m., Saint Mary’s Prayer Room
Held first Tuesday evening of every month
 
K of C Upcoming Events K of C Upcoming Events
Ash Wednesday Fish Fry on Wednesday, March 6th. $15 for a full fish and chips dinner catered by Tastefully British.

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K of C Upcoming Events K of C Upcoming Events
Ash Wednesday Fish Fry on Wednesday, March 6th. $15 for a full fish and chips dinner catered by Tastefully British.

For more information and to place your order, go to www.kofc3801.org and click the link on the main page. All orders MUST be placed in advance.


Breakfast with the Easter Bunny on Sunday, April 7th. Eggs, sausage, pancakes, omelettes made to order and more! $8 for adults, $6 for kids and kids under 5 are free. For more information, go to www.kofc3801.org and click the link on the main page.
 
Baptismal Aftercare Baptismal Aftercare
The Joy of Volunteering! An Opportunity That Works Well With All Schedules Welcome To Our Family of Faith! Upcoming Baptismal Aftercare “Care Packages”

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Baptismal Aftercare Baptismal Aftercare
The Joy of Volunteering! An Opportunity That Works Well With All Schedules Welcome To Our Family of Faith! Upcoming Baptismal Aftercare “Care Packages”

March 8
What is this? Volunteers bake, or assemble care packages, or are given a care bag to drop off at a family’s front door within five days (bags picked up between 5-7 p.m.) Gift bags are filled with home-baked cookies, prayers, and surprises of comfort for our recently-baptized newborns and their parents.

How can you become involved? Do you…
Enjoy baking? Call Jill Timony at 973-492-7928.
Wish to drop off a care package at a family’s door? Contact Donna Gioffre at donna.gioffre@yahoo.com
Like to assemble gift bags from 3-5 p.m.?(all materials provided) Call Karen Niemann at 973-907-7241.
(Assembly & pick up of gift bags done on the Saint Mary’s Parish Campus.)


 
Our Ministries
St Mary's Ministries
St Mary's Ministries For a list of most of our ministries with contact information click here
Children's Choir
Music Ministry
Aprende Inglés
Aprende Inglés
Aprende Inglés

Las clases de inglés como lengua aprendida (ELL) se ofrecerán en la iglesia católica de St. Mary en Pompton Lakes, a partir del lunes 4 de marzo de 2019 a las 7:30 p. m. Las clases serán impartidas por maestros calificados que se reunirán con los estudiantes todos los lunes y miércoles por la noche, hasta el 15 de mayo. El costo de inscripción es de $ 25.00, que se pagará en el día de la inscripción, el 4 de Marzo. Se ofrecen tres niveles de instrucción: El Nivel 1, "Introducción al inglés" para aquellos con muy poco conocimiento y uso del inglés. El énfasis está en las oraciones simples y el reconocimiento y uso del vocabulario. El Nivel 2, "Clase Intermedia" para aquellos que tienen un conocimiento oral del idioma, y el Nivel 3, "Clase Avanzada" para aquellos que se sienten cómodos leyendo, escribiendo y hablando inglés. St. Mary's ha ofrecido este programa por más de 20 años, y muchos se han beneficiado económica y socialmente de su trabajo duro y su asistencia regular. Si siente que tiene el tiempo, la energía y el interés, venga a la inscripción el 4 de marzo en el Carnavale Center, Lenox Avenue, Pompton Lakes.

El personal de ELL en St. Mary's

Rome and Assisi Pilgrimage
Rome and Assisi Pilgrimage
Rome and Assisi Pilgrimage
with Fr. John
October 7 – 15, 2019
Draw closer to St. Francis by visiting the Holy Places
where he lived his life and started the Franciscan
Movement, of which St. Mary’s is an integral part!
The price of $3400 (double occupancy) or $3600
(single occupancy) per person includes flights, ground
transportation, tours, accommodations and most meals.
On this pilgrimage you will also have a unique
opportunity to experience the beauty and grandeur of
the ancient city of Rome and explore the Vatican and
the other holy places revered by Christians the world
over.
For more information, or to sign up, please
contact Fr. John at jaherne@stmarys-pompton.org or
the tour director, Br. Paul O’Keeffe, OFM at
Trip to London & Paris
Join Fr. Gonzalo on a trip to London & Paris
Join Fr. Gonzalo on a trip to London & Paris
London and Paris
November 6 – 13, 2019

Information meeting for the trip is:
Monday, March 11, 2019, 7PM
 Banta Room, Carnevale Center 
Enjoy the best of London and Paris on this leisurely tour. All of the top sights are included, as well as plenty of free time for your own discoveries. See Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London and Big Ben. Enjoy a privately guided tour of St. Paul’s Cathedral, where Charles and Diana were married. Personalize your trip to London by choosing to visit either Churchill’s War Rooms or Westminster Abbey. Cross the English Channel on the high-speed Eurostar Train. Dine at the Eiffel Tower and cruise the River Seine at night. Come to know Paris in your own way: with a local guide by coach or by Metro. Enjoy a thrilling dinner and cabaret show at the Paradis Latin Cabaret.
Double $3,499* Single $3,949 

For more information contact
Betty Houston
Cardinal Tours
973-835-0177
cardinaltoursllc@hotmail.com

Human Trafficking
Pope Francis Prayer Intention
Pope Francis Prayer Intention

Pope Francis Prayer Intention

February  2019
Human Trafficking


 


 

Safe Environment Program
Safe Environment
Safe Environment  “If any person may have been abused by any priest, they should immediately contact their local County Prosecutor’s Office and the Diocese’s Victims Assistance Coordinator: Peggy Zanello at 973-879-1489. You may also be in touch with either of the Diocesan Response Officers: Rev. Msgr. James T. Mahoney, Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia, 973-777-8818 Ext. 205 or Sister Joan Daniel Healy, S.C.C., Chancellor/Delegate for Religious, 973-777-8818 Ext. 248.

The entire text of the Policy of the Diocese of Paterson in Response to Complaints of Sexual Abuse is available on the diocesan Web site: www.patersondiocese.org.”


“Si usted o algiuen que usted conozca ha sido abusado por un sacerdote deben de llamar de inmediato a la oficina del Procurador General de su comunidad y a la Coordinadora para Asistencia de Victimas de la Diócesis: Peggy Zanello al 973-879-1489. También deben de llamar a la Diócesis y hablar con el Rev. Monseñor James T. Mahoney, Vicario General y Moderador de la Curia al número 973-777-8818 ext. 205 o a la Hermana Joan Daniel Healy, S. C. C., Canciller/Delegada Religiosa al número 973-777-8818 ext. 248.

El texto completo de la poliza de la Diócesis de Paterson referiendo a Reclamos de Abuso Sexual esta disponible en la página web: www.patersondiocese.org.”
Be a Franciscan
Be a Franciscan
Be a Franciscan

Are you being called to our way of life? Have you ever considered becoming a Franciscan friar?

 

https://www.beafranciscan.org/

 

Franciscan Friars of Holy Name Province
Franciscan Friars of Holy Name Province
Faith Direct
Faith Direct
Faith Direct


As you are probably aware, church attendance during
the summer months tends to drop off as vacations and
weekend sporting events often conflict. On the other hand,
the services we provide within the parish and for the larger
community continue year round, as do their associated
expenses. Thus, your consistent financial support of our
parish is vital to achieving our stewardship mission.
The easiest way to be sure that your gift of treasure reaches
us, even when you can’t be here, is through enrollment in our
electronic offertory program: Faith Direct. If you have not
yet enrolled, please consider doing so this month.


Enroll today!   www.faithdirect.net and use our parish code NJ23.  

Thank you in advance for your support and for using Faith Direct!

 How to easily enroll in Faith Direct

Church Offerings
Church Offerings
Church Offerings
Offering cards for the Bread and Wine for the
Liturgy of the Eucharist are available at the 
Parish Office. These make wonderful remembrance
gifts; the suggested donation is $35.
Offering cards for Altar Flowers are available
at the Parish Office. These make wonderful 
remembrance gifts; the suggested donation 
is $50.
Catholic Charities Car Donation
Catholic Charities Car Donation
Catholic Charities Car Donation

Click on this link
HERE
to donate your car to
Catholic Charities or call 1-855-670-GIVE(4483)