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Presentation of the Lord 02/02/20

Today, 40 days after Christmas, the Church celebrates the Presentation of Lord in the temple, a Jewish rite of appearance and purification. Luke recognizes Joseph and Mary as faithful Jews who bring Jesus to the Temple in Jerusalem. Here they present their firstborn son to the Lord. Jesus is consecrated as required by the Law of Moses. Part of the rite is to “offer the sacrifice of a pair of turtledoves or two young pigeons, in accordance with the dictate in the law of the Lord.”

Simeon, a righteous man, and Anna a prophetess, are both present and awaiting the Messiah. Simeon had been promised by the Holy Spirit that he would see Christ, the Messiah, before he died. The holy man immediately recognized the infant Jesus as the promised Savior, a “light for revelation to the Gentiles, and glory for your people Israel… Behold, this child is destined for the fall and rise of many in Israel.” Anna also recognized Jesus as the fulfillment of the promise of redemption and “spoke about the child to all who were waiting the redemption of Jerusalem.”

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Clergy Schedule

Clergy Schedule – February 11-2, 2020
5:00 pm – Fr. Tarantino; Deacon Ray Latour
7:30 am – Fr. Tarantino; Deacon Rich Reck
9:30 am – Fr. Tarantino;Deacon Rich Reck
11:00 am – Fr. Tarantino

Bible Study JESUS: THE WAY, THE TRUTH & THE LIFE

NEW BIBLE STUDY - TUESDAY MORNINGS OR EVENINGS - FEB 18-APR 28

JESUS: THE WAY, THE TRUTH & THE LIFE

Whether you joined us for the Old Testament Timeline study or are totally new to Catholic Bible Study, you will love this beautiful, "National Geographic-like" study of the life and times of Jesus filmed in the Holy Land.  Click HERE for a preview and more information.  

Perfect for Lent - let's explore: 

• Why Jesus was baptized
• The significance of the Transfiguration
• The mystery and meaning of the Resurrection
• The nature of Jesus' mission &r redemption of humanity 
• and...our role today as Catholics

Registration forms below or in the Narthex.  RSVP to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you are interested and return the registration form to the box outside the main office by February 2.

As always, no experience is necessary.  Feel free to contact Shannon Civetta (email above or 973-979-7864) with any questions of reservations.  BRING A FRIEND.  

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Vacation Bible School 2020

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Returning Catholics

If you are a Catholic who has been away from regular Mass attendance, please know you are most welcome to join us at any of our worship services and parish functions.  Should you like more information about our parish or should you simply want to talk about coming back home, contact our Pastor Fr. John Tarantino,  at 973 895-4224. 

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