April 24, 2024
Composer and pastoral musician Katie Wills shares some of her original music with us today in this Lunchtime Concert. Thanks to Katie and the team (below) for providing such beautiful music! Thanks to all who were involved: Ed Gardella, bass. James Gardella, drums. Michael Kuchar, rhythm guitar. Rodrigo Marciano, Acoustic guitar. Will Shore, violin. Andy Tremper, cello (also audio recording and mixing). Russ Wills video recording and editing.
April 22, 2024
Congratulations, to Tish Catalano, Sarah Riley and Juliana Dowling for being recognized for their years of effort and hard work at Immaculate Heart of Mary and their participation in the CYO program. We look forward to your special day on Sunday, April 21st at the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, as we celebrate your accomplishments in the Parishes and Schools of our Archdiocese. Thank you!
March 23, 2024
This 60 minute presentation will weave a fascinating explanation that will leave attendees with a newfound appreciation of the Eucharist. And with an understanding that Jesus did not intend it to be just a symbol. Hosted by Professor Dan Balogh.
CYO STATE CHAMPIONS!!! Very hard-fought win last night against a tough and loud East Orange St Joseph’s team! Nate left it all out on the court! All 3 of my boys have played at IHM for the past 12 years and this was our LAST IHM game ever! Sad to see it end but what a way to end it! Big thanks to John McNulty for coaching these boys with all his heart, Coach Tish, and Trish McNulty for all the stats and Father Mike for supporting! Photo credits Sharon Filler.
February 20, 2024
This past weekend we had a wonderful experience at our cathedral with the Call to Continuing Conversion for candidates from other Christian denominations seeking full communion with the Catholic Church and on Sunday for catechumens seeking full initiation at the Easter Vigil. This year there were 677 candidates and 444 catechumens from 123 participating parishes. I am happy to report that Union County had the most candidates and catechumens this year in our archdiocese. This is the result of the zealous work of our priests and your pastoral associates working with the OCIA/C. Congratulations! Thank you!
Bishop Elais
February 6, 2024
Many thanks to Phyllis Mano for leading the wonderful Winter Day Of Reflection/In House Retreat. It was a wonderful morning of prayer, reflection and inner peace. Phyllis guided attendees to a deeper way of understanding God's love for us and Thank you also to Mary Anne Sopko for organizing this lovely event. We welcome you to consider joining our wonderful Rosary Altar Society. For more information please contact Janice Good-Piga at 908-759-6729. Whether you can attend all or only some of our meetings and events, we know that you will find in very fulfilling.
January 30, 2024
Here's a thank you letter from our friends at St John the Baptist that visited from the Philippines! Thanks again to Sr. Maria and Sr. Rosita for the kind words. Click on the image to view the letter up close.
Our latest Spirituality Seminar is hosting a limited 2 evening event on Saint Paul. Our presenter is Karen Schurtz. This was held over two Tuesdays: January 16 & 23, 2024 over ZOOM. Recordings are now available - click on the videos above to watch. If you want to do some pre-seminar reading, please read The Acts of the Apostle in your Bible. Session 2 has associated readings available here.