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.
January 1, 2024
Happy New Year Parishioners! As part of ongoing efforts to improve communications and outreach at the parish we want to update parishioner contact information, so we serve you better with effective, relevant and timely communications to members of household based on their preference. Please take a moment to scan the code or click on the link and complete the form to update your contact information. On behalf of the communications team at IHM, we thank you!
December 17, 2023
The O Antiphons refer to the seven antiphons that are recited. They are the Antiphons preceding the Magnificat during evening prayer of the Liturgy of the Hours, from December 17-23 as well as the Alleluia verse preceding the Gospel during daily Mass. This year the priests of Immaculate Heart of Mary offer reflections on these antiphons in the hope that they will help your prayer and preparation for the coming celebration of Christmas. May our loving God continue to bless you and your family this Advent season.
December 13, 2023
Memorial Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Scotch Plains, New Jersey. Our trees were dedicated to the family and friends at the parish we lost this year. Gone but never forgotten. Filmed live on Saturday December 9th, 2023.