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Anchored Men: Men's Bible Study

"As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another." (Proverbs 27:17)

Join our Men’s Bible Study—weekly gatherings designed for young men ages 18-30, focused on faith formation, fellowship, and spiritual growth. Together, we dive into Scripture and engage in open, honest conversations about life, purpose, and following Christ as men in today’s world.

📅 When: Saturdays at 9:30 AM

📍 Where: Zoom

Contact: Benjamin Root. Feel free to reach out with any questions! We’d love to have you join us! Come as you are!

Call 908-917-7028

IHM Pancake Breakfast
Sunday, September 21, 2025
Serving breakfast from 9:00am-12:00pm.
Immaculate Heart of Mary Church - Fr. Byrne Auditorium
1571 Martine Ave. Scotch Plains, NJ
Good will donations accepted.

Seats are limited. Please check-in to secure a seat.

Opening Mass and Orientation

10:00 am Mass in Church

Followed by Pastry Potluck in Fr. Byrne Auditorium

The Prayer Shawl Knitting Group makes hand-made prayer shawls for parishioners who are ill and we create scarves & hats for the needy.

We will gather every 3rd Sunday of the month (after 10:00 AM Mass) in the Nazareth Center at approximately 11:00 AM.

Please contact Marion if you would like more information or call the Parish Office at 908-889-2100.

IHM Food Pantry is open every Wednesday from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.
And every 2nd Sunday of the month from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.

The entrance is located towards the rear doors at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church.
1571 South Martine Avenue. Scotch Plains, NJ 07076.

New Guests: Please bring photo ID and/or proof of residency.

We are also in need of food donations and volunteers to help sort donations and serve our guests. Any questions can be directed to the parish office at 908-889-2100.

Food Items Always needed

• Canned Tuna

• Canned Chicken

• Canned Salmon

• Toothpaste

• Canned Fruit Juice

• Soap

• Pancake Mix & Syrup

• Pasta

• Peanut Butter & Jelly

• Feminine Products

• Hot & Cold Cereals

• Baby Products

• Boxed Potatoes

• Diapers

• Snacks

• Deodorant

• Rice

• Mac & Cheese

• Cake Mix

• Shelf Stable Milk

• Cooking Oils

• Canned Veggies

• Tomato Sauce

• Canned Fruit

• Canned Soup

• Coffee

• Canned Beans

IHM Men’s Scripture & Discussion Group ZOOM Virtual meeting. Online meetings will be held on the 4th Thursday evening of every month at 7:30PM on ZOOM.

This will be a special discussion on “Sports & Faith” Seats will be limited to only 20 men.

Open to ALL MEN. All men are welcome to come and discuss Sunday’s scripture. The meeting will last about an hour. This is a great opportunity to meet like-minded men of the Parish in a low pressure environment while gaining a better understanding of the Gospel. That will make attending Sunday Mass much more interesting and rewarding! Contact David for more information.

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Anchored Men: Men's Bible Study

"As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another." (Proverbs 27:17)

Join our Men’s Bible Study—weekly gatherings designed for young men ages 18-30, focused on faith formation, fellowship, and spiritual growth. Together, we dive into Scripture and engage in open, honest conversations about life, purpose, and following Christ as men in today’s world.

📅 When: Saturdays at 9:30 AM

📍 Where: Zoom

Contact: Benjamin Root. Feel free to reach out with any questions! We’d love to have you join us! Come as you are!

Call 908-917-7028

Covenant Ceremony (Includes Parents)

Sunday September 28, 2025 @ 10:00 am

Begins in Church with Mass followed by Bagel Brunch and Talk in Fr. Byrne Auditorium

Sunday September 28: Youth Ministry Kick Off 7-8:30pm

Monday September 29, 2025- Preparation Session 1- 7:00 pm-8:30 pm Fr. Byrne Auditorium

IHM Food Pantry is open every Wednesday from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.
And every 2nd Sunday of the month from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.

The entrance is located towards the rear doors at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church.
1571 South Martine Avenue. Scotch Plains, NJ 07076.

New Guests: Please bring photo ID and/or proof of residency.

We are also in need of food donations and volunteers to help sort donations and serve our guests. Any questions can be directed to the parish office at 908-889-2100.

Food Items Always needed

• Canned Tuna

• Canned Chicken

• Canned Salmon

• Toothpaste

• Canned Fruit Juice

• Soap

• Pancake Mix & Syrup

• Pasta

• Peanut Butter & Jelly

• Feminine Products

• Hot & Cold Cereals

• Baby Products

• Boxed Potatoes

• Diapers

• Snacks

• Deodorant

• Rice

• Mac & Cheese

• Cake Mix

• Shelf Stable Milk

• Cooking Oils

• Canned Veggies

• Tomato Sauce

• Canned Fruit

• Canned Soup

• Coffee

• Canned Beans

Join us for Lectio Divina: Reflection, Discussion & Quiet.
Prayer Group will meet on Thursday mornings from 9:30AM until 11:00AM at the Nazareth Center. Contact Phyllis for more details. Thank you!

Call 908-889-2100

Women Walking In Faith

Thursday October 2, 2025 @ 7:30 pm on ZOOM
Topic: St. Therese Journey to Sainthood

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Anchored Men: Men's Bible Study

"As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another." (Proverbs 27:17)

Join our Men’s Bible Study—weekly gatherings designed for young men ages 18-30, focused on faith formation, fellowship, and spiritual growth. Together, we dive into Scripture and engage in open, honest conversations about life, purpose, and following Christ as men in today’s world.

📅 When: Saturdays at 9:30 AM

📍 Where: Zoom

Contact: Benjamin Root. Feel free to reach out with any questions! We’d love to have you join us! Come as you are!

Call 908-917-7028

Families of Faith October Gathering

8:45 am - 10:00 am Mass

Big Buddies/Little Buddies Session (Fr. Byrne Auditorium)

IHM International Feast

Sunday, October 5, 2025

1:00 pm at the Nazareth Center Gymnasium

Please call the office if you are unable to check-in online

908-889-2100

We are looking for a few talented home chefs to make a dish for about 20 people that demonstrates their heritage. It can be anything at all! We just need to know what it is and what ingredients are in the dish for folks that may suffer from food allergies. 

We would need everything dropped off at the Nazareth Center by 12:00 noon on October 5th. 

If you have any questions, please call Geraldine. Thank you!

908-405-1224

Sunday October 5: Box of Joy 7-8:30pm (8th graders and Leadership Team)

IHM has been assigned a monthly opportunity to serve the homeless at St. John's Soup Kitchen in Newark. Our assigned slot is the first Tuesday of every month for the next 12 months beginning January 7th, 2025. The dates in 2025 are scheduled:

October 7, November 4, December 2

We will need 5 volunteers for each date. We will arrange to leave from the Nazareth Center at 9:30 AM and return 1:00 PM. This is a wonderful opportunity to help those in need. These events involve plating and serving lunches to over 250 men. Please let us know if you are available to help by checking-in below or call our office at 908-889-2100 if you need help. Thank you!

Knights of Columbus Council 5730 will be hosting

Rosary & Dessert
Tuesday October 7, 2025
7:00 pm at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church Fatima Garden

”We will host the Rosary inside the Adoration Chapel if the weather doesn’t cooperate.”

No price or RSVP, but free will donations are appreciated to help cover the cost and support the charitable work of the Knights.

Call 908-889-2100

IHM Food Pantry is open every Wednesday from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.
And every 2nd Sunday of the month from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.

The entrance is located towards the rear doors at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church.
1571 South Martine Avenue. Scotch Plains, NJ 07076.

New Guests: Please bring photo ID and/or proof of residency.

We are also in need of food donations and volunteers to help sort donations and serve our guests. Any questions can be directed to the parish office at 908-889-2100.

Food Items Always needed

• Canned Tuna

• Canned Chicken

• Canned Salmon

• Toothpaste

• Canned Fruit Juice

• Soap

• Pancake Mix & Syrup

• Pasta

• Peanut Butter & Jelly

• Feminine Products

• Hot & Cold Cereals

• Baby Products

• Boxed Potatoes

• Diapers

• Snacks

• Deodorant

• Rice

• Mac & Cheese

• Cake Mix

• Shelf Stable Milk

• Cooking Oils

• Canned Veggies

• Tomato Sauce

• Canned Fruit

• Canned Soup

• Coffee

• Canned Beans

Join us for Lectio Divina: Reflection, Discussion & Quiet.
Prayer Group will meet on Thursday mornings from 9:30AM until 11:00AM at the Nazareth Center. Contact Phyllis for more details. Thank you!

Call 908-889-2100

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IHM Men’s Scripture & Discussion Group LIVE, In-Person meeting. Live meetings will be held on the 2nd Saturday morning of every month at 7:30AM in the church basement.

Open to ALL MEN. Coffee & Light Refreshments will be served. All men are welcome to come and socialize a bit over coffee and donuts and discuss Sunday’s scripture. The meeting will last about an hour. This is a great opportunity to meet like-minded men of the Parish in a low pressure environment while gaining a better understanding of the Gospel. That will make attending Sunday Mass much more interesting and rewarding! Contact David for more information.

Anchored Men: Men's Bible Study

"As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another." (Proverbs 27:17)

Join our Men’s Bible Study—weekly gatherings designed for young men ages 18-30, focused on faith formation, fellowship, and spiritual growth. Together, we dive into Scripture and engage in open, honest conversations about life, purpose, and following Christ as men in today’s world.

📅 When: Saturdays at 9:30 AM

📍 Where: Zoom

Contact: Benjamin Root. Feel free to reach out with any questions! We’d love to have you join us! Come as you are!

Call 908-917-7028

C.L.O.W = Children’s Liturgy Of the Word

Sunday October 19, 2025 ⋅ 10am – 11am

IHM Food Pantry is open every Wednesday from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.
And every 2nd Sunday of the month from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.

The entrance is located towards the rear doors at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church.
1571 South Martine Avenue. Scotch Plains, NJ 07076.

New Guests: Please bring photo ID and/or proof of residency.

We are also in need of food donations and volunteers to help sort donations and serve our guests. Any questions can be directed to the parish office at 908-889-2100.

Food Items Always needed

• Canned Tuna

• Canned Chicken

• Canned Salmon

• Toothpaste

• Canned Fruit Juice

• Soap

• Pancake Mix & Syrup

• Pasta

• Peanut Butter & Jelly

• Feminine Products

• Hot & Cold Cereals

• Baby Products

• Boxed Potatoes

• Diapers

• Snacks

• Deodorant

• Rice

• Mac & Cheese

• Cake Mix

• Shelf Stable Milk

• Cooking Oils

• Canned Veggies

• Tomato Sauce

• Canned Fruit

• Canned Soup

• Coffee

• Canned Beans

The Rosary Altar Society invites you to join us for

A Day of Reflection at the Shrine of St. Joseph
Tuesday October 14, 2025
from 9:30 am until 3:00 pm
Shrine of St. Joseph is located at 1050 Long Hill Road in Stirling, NJ
$45 covers price of admission, beverages and luncheon.
Please contact Eileen for tickets

908-472-0463 or 908-317-8554

Winning Through The Virtues: How Athletic Excellence Meets Holiness with Professor Stephen Kass

Tuesday October 14, 2025
Immaculate Heart of Mary Church - Nazareth Center Gymnasium

1571 Martine Avenue in Scotch Plains, NJ

Free Pizza 6:30 pm | Talk 7:00 pm

IHM Food Pantry is open every Wednesday from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.
And every 2nd Sunday of the month from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.

The entrance is located towards the rear doors at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church.
1571 South Martine Avenue. Scotch Plains, NJ 07076.

New Guests: Please bring photo ID and/or proof of residency.

We are also in need of food donations and volunteers to help sort donations and serve our guests. Any questions can be directed to the parish office at 908-889-2100.

Food Items Always needed

• Canned Tuna

• Canned Chicken

• Canned Salmon

• Toothpaste

• Canned Fruit Juice

• Soap

• Pancake Mix & Syrup

• Pasta

• Peanut Butter & Jelly

• Feminine Products

• Hot & Cold Cereals

• Baby Products

• Boxed Potatoes

• Diapers

• Snacks

• Deodorant

• Rice

• Mac & Cheese

• Cake Mix

• Shelf Stable Milk

• Cooking Oils

• Canned Veggies

• Tomato Sauce

• Canned Fruit

• Canned Soup

• Coffee

• Canned Beans

Join us for Lectio Divina: Reflection, Discussion & Quiet.
Prayer Group will meet on Thursday mornings from 9:30AM until 11:00AM at the Nazareth Center. Contact Phyllis for more details. Thank you!

Call 908-889-2100

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Pilgrimage to D.C. - Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington D.C.

Saturday October 18, 2025

Bus Departs from St. Helen’s at 6:00am (1600 Rahway Avenue. Westfield, NJ)

12:30 pm Organ Concert

1:30 pm Procession of Parish Banners & Welcome by Shrine Staff

2:00 pm Rosary (Luminous Mysteries)

3:00 pm Concelebrated Mass with Cardinal Tobin

5:30 pm Departure

11:00 pm Estimated return to Westfield

+ We recommend bringing a packed Lunch. It’s going to be a long day!

+ Pit stops and Dinner at The Maryland House.

Call PAT to Sign-Up

201-310-1661 or 908-889-6539

Anchored Men: Men's Bible Study

"As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another." (Proverbs 27:17)

Join our Men’s Bible Study—weekly gatherings designed for young men ages 18-30, focused on faith formation, fellowship, and spiritual growth. Together, we dive into Scripture and engage in open, honest conversations about life, purpose, and following Christ as men in today’s world.

📅 When: Saturdays at 9:30 AM

📍 Where: Zoom

Contact: Benjamin Root. Feel free to reach out with any questions! We’d love to have you join us! Come as you are!

Call 908-917-7028

First Session of Reconciliation PREP

Sunday, October 19th, 2025 @ 8:45 am @ Fr. Byrne Auditorium

Followed by Mass @ 10:00 am

The Prayer Shawl Knitting Group makes hand-made prayer shawls for parishioners who are ill and we create scarves & hats for the needy.

We will gather every 3rd Sunday of the month (after 10:00 AM Mass) in the Nazareth Center at approximately 11:00 AM.

Please contact Marion if you would like more information or call the Parish Office at 908-889-2100.

Sunday October 19: General Group Night 7-8:30pm

IHM Food Pantry is open every Wednesday from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.
And every 2nd Sunday of the month from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.

The entrance is located towards the rear doors at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church.
1571 South Martine Avenue. Scotch Plains, NJ 07076.

New Guests: Please bring photo ID and/or proof of residency.

We are also in need of food donations and volunteers to help sort donations and serve our guests. Any questions can be directed to the parish office at 908-889-2100.

Food Items Always needed

• Canned Tuna

• Canned Chicken

• Canned Salmon

• Toothpaste

• Canned Fruit Juice

• Soap

• Pancake Mix & Syrup

• Pasta

• Peanut Butter & Jelly

• Feminine Products

• Hot & Cold Cereals

• Baby Products

• Boxed Potatoes

• Diapers

• Snacks

• Deodorant

• Rice

• Mac & Cheese

• Cake Mix

• Shelf Stable Milk

• Cooking Oils

• Canned Veggies

• Tomato Sauce

• Canned Fruit

• Canned Soup

• Coffee

• Canned Beans

IHM Men’s Scripture & Discussion Group ZOOM Virtual meeting. Online meetings will be held on the 4th Thursday evening of every month at 7:30PM on ZOOM.

Open to ALL MEN. All men are welcome to come and discuss Sunday’s scripture. The meeting will last about an hour. This is a great opportunity to meet like-minded men of the Parish in a low pressure environment while gaining a better understanding of the Gospel. That will make attending Sunday Mass much more interesting and rewarding! Contact David for more information.

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Call St. Bartholomew at 908-322-5192
Call Immaculate Heart of Mary at 908-889-2100

Anchored Men: Men's Bible Study

"As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another." (Proverbs 27:17)

Join our Men’s Bible Study—weekly gatherings designed for young men ages 18-30, focused on faith formation, fellowship, and spiritual growth. Together, we dive into Scripture and engage in open, honest conversations about life, purpose, and following Christ as men in today’s world.

📅 When: Saturdays at 9:30 AM

📍 Where: Zoom

Contact: Benjamin Root. Feel free to reach out with any questions! We’d love to have you join us! Come as you are!

Call 908-917-7028

Saturday October 25: Scotch Plains Trunk or Treat 2-5:30pm

Sunday, October 26 th – Table and Treat, 10:00-12:00, Nazareth Center Gym

Monday October 27, 2025- Prep. Session 2- 7 pm- 8:30 pm Fr. Byrne Auditorium, 
(Candidates Submit Confirmation Name Form by 10/30)

IHM Food Pantry is open every Wednesday from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.
And every 2nd Sunday of the month from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.

The entrance is located towards the rear doors at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church.
1571 South Martine Avenue. Scotch Plains, NJ 07076.

New Guests: Please bring photo ID and/or proof of residency.

We are also in need of food donations and volunteers to help sort donations and serve our guests. Any questions can be directed to the parish office at 908-889-2100.

Food Items Always needed

• Canned Tuna

• Canned Chicken

• Canned Salmon

• Toothpaste

• Canned Fruit Juice

• Soap

• Pancake Mix & Syrup

• Pasta

• Peanut Butter & Jelly

• Feminine Products

• Hot & Cold Cereals

• Baby Products

• Boxed Potatoes

• Diapers

• Snacks

• Deodorant

• Rice

• Mac & Cheese

• Cake Mix

• Shelf Stable Milk

• Cooking Oils

• Canned Veggies

• Tomato Sauce

• Canned Fruit

• Canned Soup

• Coffee

• Canned Beans

Anchored Men: Men's Bible Study

"As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another." (Proverbs 27:17)

Join our Men’s Bible Study—weekly gatherings designed for young men ages 18-30, focused on faith formation, fellowship, and spiritual growth. Together, we dive into Scripture and engage in open, honest conversations about life, purpose, and following Christ as men in today’s world.

📅 When: Saturdays at 9:30 AM

📍 Where: Zoom

Contact: Benjamin Root. Feel free to reach out with any questions! We’d love to have you join us! Come as you are!

Call 908-917-7028

Rite of Names for 8th Grade

Sunday November 2, 2025 at 10:00 am

Followed by a Session on the Saints for Families of Faith at the Fr. Byrne Auditorium

Sunday November 2: College Care Packages 7-8:30pm

IHM has been assigned a monthly opportunity to serve the homeless at St. John's Soup Kitchen in Newark. Our assigned slot is the first Tuesday of every month for the next 12 months beginning January 7th, 2025. The dates in 2025 are scheduled:

November 4, December 2

We will need 5 volunteers for each date. We will arrange to leave from the Nazareth Center at 9:30 AM and return 1:00 PM. This is a wonderful opportunity to help those in need. These events involve plating and serving lunches to over 250 men. Please let us know if you are available to help by checking-in below or call our office at 908-889-2100 if you need help. Thank you!

IHM Food Pantry is open every Wednesday from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.
And every 2nd Sunday of the month from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.

The entrance is located towards the rear doors at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church.
1571 South Martine Avenue. Scotch Plains, NJ 07076.

New Guests: Please bring photo ID and/or proof of residency.

We are also in need of food donations and volunteers to help sort donations and serve our guests. Any questions can be directed to the parish office at 908-889-2100.

Food Items Always needed

• Canned Tuna

• Canned Chicken

• Canned Salmon

• Toothpaste

• Canned Fruit Juice

• Soap

• Pancake Mix & Syrup

• Pasta

• Peanut Butter & Jelly

• Feminine Products

• Hot & Cold Cereals

• Baby Products

• Boxed Potatoes

• Diapers

• Snacks

• Deodorant

• Rice

• Mac & Cheese

• Cake Mix

• Shelf Stable Milk

• Cooking Oils

• Canned Veggies

• Tomato Sauce

• Canned Fruit

• Canned Soup

• Coffee

• Canned Beans

Join us for Lectio Divina: Reflection, Discussion & Quiet.
Prayer Group will meet on Thursday mornings from 9:30AM until 11:00AM at the Nazareth Center. Contact Phyllis for more details. Thank you!

Call 908-889-2100

Sisters of Life Dinner & Discussion

Thursday November 6, 2025

Dinner served 6:15 pm | Talk begins 7:00 pm

Immaculate Heart of Mary Church | Fr. Byrne Auditorium

1571 Martine Ave in Scotch Plains NJ

Call the office if you are unable to register online 908-889-2100

Learn more about the Sisters of Life at www.sistersoflife.org

Women Walking In Faith

Thursday November 6, 2025 @ 7:30 pm on ZOOM
Modern Day Saints: Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati

Anchored Men: Men's Bible Study

"As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another." (Proverbs 27:17)

Join our Men’s Bible Study—weekly gatherings designed for young men ages 18-30, focused on faith formation, fellowship, and spiritual growth. Together, we dive into Scripture and engage in open, honest conversations about life, purpose, and following Christ as men in today’s world.

📅 When: Saturdays at 9:30 AM

📍 Where: Zoom

Contact: Benjamin Root. Feel free to reach out with any questions! We’d love to have you join us! Come as you are!

Call 908-917-7028

Families of Faith Thanksgiving Food Drive

Sunday November 9, 2025

Families Staff Food Collection and Sorting after 8:00 am, 10:00 am, and 12:00 pm Mass (Church)

Sunday, November 9 th – Fall-themed Meet & Greet, after all Masses, Church Cellar

IHM Food Pantry is open every Wednesday from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.
And every 2nd Sunday of the month from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.

The entrance is located towards the rear doors at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church.
1571 South Martine Avenue. Scotch Plains, NJ 07076.

New Guests: Please bring photo ID and/or proof of residency.

We are also in need of food donations and volunteers to help sort donations and serve our guests. Any questions can be directed to the parish office at 908-889-2100.

Food Items Always needed

• Canned Tuna

• Canned Chicken

• Canned Salmon

• Toothpaste

• Canned Fruit Juice

• Soap

• Pancake Mix & Syrup

• Pasta

• Peanut Butter & Jelly

• Feminine Products

• Hot & Cold Cereals

• Baby Products

• Boxed Potatoes

• Diapers

• Snacks

• Deodorant

• Rice

• Mac & Cheese

• Cake Mix

• Shelf Stable Milk

• Cooking Oils

• Canned Veggies

• Tomato Sauce

• Canned Fruit

• Canned Soup

• Coffee

• Canned Beans

C.L.O.W = Children’s Liturgy Of the Word

Sunday November 9, 2025 ⋅ 10am – 11am

IHM Food Pantry is open every Wednesday from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.
And every 2nd Sunday of the month from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.

The entrance is located towards the rear doors at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church.
1571 South Martine Avenue. Scotch Plains, NJ 07076.

New Guests: Please bring photo ID and/or proof of residency.

We are also in need of food donations and volunteers to help sort donations and serve our guests. Any questions can be directed to the parish office at 908-889-2100.

Food Items Always needed

• Canned Tuna

• Canned Chicken

• Canned Salmon

• Toothpaste

• Canned Fruit Juice

• Soap

• Pancake Mix & Syrup

• Pasta

• Peanut Butter & Jelly

• Feminine Products

• Hot & Cold Cereals

• Baby Products

• Boxed Potatoes

• Diapers

• Snacks

• Deodorant

• Rice

• Mac & Cheese

• Cake Mix

• Shelf Stable Milk

• Cooking Oils

• Canned Veggies

• Tomato Sauce

• Canned Fruit

• Canned Soup

• Coffee

• Canned Beans

Join us for Lectio Divina: Reflection, Discussion & Quiet.
Prayer Group will meet on Thursday mornings from 9:30AM until 11:00AM at the Nazareth Center. Contact Phyllis for more details. Thank you!

Call 908-889-2100

Beta: Science & Faith on ZOOM

Thursday November 13, 2025

7:30pm - 9:00pm

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The Potter Retreat

Friday, November 14th, 2025

6:30 pm - 8:30 pm @ Nazareth Center

IHM Parish Retreat 2025
Saturday November 15, 2025

Now is the time for the adults of our parish to experience, scripture, community, and faith sharing in a new way! Located at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church: 1571 Martine Avenue in Scotch Plains, NJ
Church and the Fr. Byrne Auditorium. Begins with opening Mass, and moves into large group, and small group sharing.

Please call to check-in
908-889-2100

Anchored Men: Men's Bible Study

"As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another." (Proverbs 27:17)

Join our Men’s Bible Study—weekly gatherings designed for young men ages 18-30, focused on faith formation, fellowship, and spiritual growth. Together, we dive into Scripture and engage in open, honest conversations about life, purpose, and following Christ as men in today’s world.

📅 When: Saturdays at 9:30 AM

📍 Where: Zoom

Contact: Benjamin Root. Feel free to reach out with any questions! We’d love to have you join us! Come as you are!

Call 908-917-7028

Women Walking In Faith presents…

The Jesse Tree

Sunday November 16, 2025 @ 11:00 am in the Fr. Byrne Auditorium (church cellar)

The Prayer Shawl Knitting Group makes hand-made prayer shawls for parishioners who are ill and we create scarves & hats for the needy.

We will gather every 3rd Sunday of the month (after 10:00 AM Mass) in the Nazareth Center at approximately 11:00 AM.

Please contact Marion if you would like more information or call the Parish Office at 908-889-2100.

Sunday November 16: Leadership Team - Small Group Night 7-8:30pm

IHM Food Pantry is open every Wednesday from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.
And every 2nd Sunday of the month from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.

The entrance is located towards the rear doors at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church.
1571 South Martine Avenue. Scotch Plains, NJ 07076.

New Guests: Please bring photo ID and/or proof of residency.

We are also in need of food donations and volunteers to help sort donations and serve our guests. Any questions can be directed to the parish office at 908-889-2100.

Food Items Always needed

• Canned Tuna

• Canned Chicken

• Canned Salmon

• Toothpaste

• Canned Fruit Juice

• Soap

• Pancake Mix & Syrup

• Pasta

• Peanut Butter & Jelly

• Feminine Products

• Hot & Cold Cereals

• Baby Products

• Boxed Potatoes

• Diapers

• Snacks

• Deodorant

• Rice

• Mac & Cheese

• Cake Mix

• Shelf Stable Milk

• Cooking Oils

• Canned Veggies

• Tomato Sauce

• Canned Fruit

• Canned Soup

• Coffee

• Canned Beans

Join us for Lectio Divina: Reflection, Discussion & Quiet.
Prayer Group will meet on Thursday mornings from 9:30AM until 11:00AM at the Nazareth Center. Contact Phyllis for more details. Thank you!

Call 908-889-2100

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Anchored Men: Men's Bible Study

"As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another." (Proverbs 27:17)

Join our Men’s Bible Study—weekly gatherings designed for young men ages 18-30, focused on faith formation, fellowship, and spiritual growth. Together, we dive into Scripture and engage in open, honest conversations about life, purpose, and following Christ as men in today’s world.

📅 When: Saturdays at 9:30 AM

📍 Where: Zoom

Contact: Benjamin Root. Feel free to reach out with any questions! We’d love to have you join us! Come as you are!

Call 908-917-7028

[1st Communion] Reconciliation Prep Session 2

Sunday November 23rd, 2025

8:45 am- 11:45 am @ Father Byrne Auditorium

Sunday, November 23 rd – Friendsgiving, 1:30-3:30, Nazareth Center Gym

Jubilee of Catechists at Sacred Heart Cathedral Basilica

Sunday November 23, 2025 at 3:00 pm

(Catechists and Select Guests by rsvp only)

Sacred Heart Basilica is located at 89 Ridge Street. Newark, NJ

IHM Food Pantry is open every Wednesday from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.
And every 2nd Sunday of the month from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.

The entrance is located towards the rear doors at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church.
1571 South Martine Avenue. Scotch Plains, NJ 07076.

New Guests: Please bring photo ID and/or proof of residency.

We are also in need of food donations and volunteers to help sort donations and serve our guests. Any questions can be directed to the parish office at 908-889-2100.

Food Items Always needed

• Canned Tuna

• Canned Chicken

• Canned Salmon

• Toothpaste

• Canned Fruit Juice

• Soap

• Pancake Mix & Syrup

• Pasta

• Peanut Butter & Jelly

• Feminine Products

• Hot & Cold Cereals

• Baby Products

• Boxed Potatoes

• Diapers

• Snacks

• Deodorant

• Rice

• Mac & Cheese

• Cake Mix

• Shelf Stable Milk

• Cooking Oils

• Canned Veggies

• Tomato Sauce

• Canned Fruit

• Canned Soup

• Coffee

• Canned Beans

Join us for Immaculate Heart of Mary’s Broadway Extravaganza Trip to NYC!

Friday November 28, 2025

Luxury Bus transportation at 9:15 am meeting at IHM Parking Lot.

Delicious family-style Luncheon at Tony DiNapoli in Times Square.

Ticket to Award winning Broadway show “Death Becomes Her”

Total cost is $215. Make checks payable to “IHM Parish”

Please call Janice for tickets at 908-759-6729

Anchored Men: Men's Bible Study

"As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another." (Proverbs 27:17)

Join our Men’s Bible Study—weekly gatherings designed for young men ages 18-30, focused on faith formation, fellowship, and spiritual growth. Together, we dive into Scripture and engage in open, honest conversations about life, purpose, and following Christ as men in today’s world.

📅 When: Saturdays at 9:30 AM

📍 Where: Zoom

Contact: Benjamin Root. Feel free to reach out with any questions! We’d love to have you join us! Come as you are!

Call 908-917-7028

Advent Gathering: Eucharist (with Adoration and Advent Prayer)

Monday December 1, 2025 @ 7:00 pm in Church

IHM has been assigned a monthly opportunity to serve the homeless at St. John's Soup Kitchen in Newark. Our assigned slot is the first Tuesday of every month for the next 12 months beginning January 7th, 2025. The dates in 2025 are scheduled:

December 2

We will need 5 volunteers for each date. We will arrange to leave from the Nazareth Center at 9:30 AM and return 1:00 PM. This is a wonderful opportunity to help those in need. These events involve plating and serving lunches to over 250 men. Please let us know if you are available to help by checking-in below or call our office at 908-889-2100 if you need help. Thank you!

IHM Food Pantry is open every Wednesday from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.
And every 2nd Sunday of the month from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.

The entrance is located towards the rear doors at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church.
1571 South Martine Avenue. Scotch Plains, NJ 07076.

New Guests: Please bring photo ID and/or proof of residency.

We are also in need of food donations and volunteers to help sort donations and serve our guests. Any questions can be directed to the parish office at 908-889-2100.

Food Items Always needed

• Canned Tuna

• Canned Chicken

• Canned Salmon

• Toothpaste

• Canned Fruit Juice

• Soap

• Pancake Mix & Syrup

• Pasta

• Peanut Butter & Jelly

• Feminine Products

• Hot & Cold Cereals

• Baby Products

• Boxed Potatoes

• Diapers

• Snacks

• Deodorant

• Rice

• Mac & Cheese

• Cake Mix

• Shelf Stable Milk

• Cooking Oils

• Canned Veggies

• Tomato Sauce

• Canned Fruit

• Canned Soup

• Coffee

• Canned Beans

Join us for Lectio Divina: Reflection, Discussion & Quiet.
Prayer Group will meet on Thursday mornings from 9:30AM until 11:00AM at the Nazareth Center. Contact Phyllis for more details. Thank you!

Call 908-889-2100

Women Walking In Faith

Thursday December 4, 2025 @ 7:30 pm on ZOOM

Topic: ReJoyce

Pee Wee Basketball 2025

The Knights of Columbus Fr. Nelligan Council 60th Anniversary Celebration
Dinner and Jazz Concert
Friday December 5, 2025

The event will run from 7-10 pm. A pasta dinner will begin at 7 pm, and the band will begin playing at about 8 pm. The cost is $25 per person. Kids 12 and under are free. Families are priced at $75.

The performance will be by the Kean University Jazz Ensemble combined with the New Jersey Jazz Academy big band (Elefante Music), under the direction of Vincent Turturiello. Proceeds of the event go to support the charitable work of Council 5730.

Anchored Men: Men's Bible Study

"As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another." (Proverbs 27:17)

Join our Men’s Bible Study—weekly gatherings designed for young men ages 18-30, focused on faith formation, fellowship, and spiritual growth. Together, we dive into Scripture and engage in open, honest conversations about life, purpose, and following Christ as men in today’s world.

📅 When: Saturdays at 9:30 AM

📍 Where: Zoom

Contact: Benjamin Root. Feel free to reach out with any questions! We’d love to have you join us! Come as you are!

Call 908-917-7028

Christmas Celebration & Marketplace
Sunday December 7, 2025
Mass times at 8am, 10am and 12 noon

Fun for the whole family! Holiday Marketplace, Cookies & Cocoa with Santa, Birthday Cards for Jesus, Living Nativity with LIVE animals, Memorial Tree Lighting Ceremony at 1 pm

Immaculate Heart of Mary Church is located at 1571 Martine Ave. in Scotch Plains, NJ.

Vendors Wanted! Call 908-889-2100 or e-mail office@ihmparish.net

Pre-Christmas Bonanza

Sunday December 7, 2025

12:00 pm Mass and festivities to follow

Monday December 8, 2025-Preparation Session- 3-7 pm- 8:30 pm Father Byrne Auditorium (Candidates)

IHM Food Pantry is open every Wednesday from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.
And every 2nd Sunday of the month from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.

The entrance is located towards the rear doors at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church.
1571 South Martine Avenue. Scotch Plains, NJ 07076.

New Guests: Please bring photo ID and/or proof of residency.

We are also in need of food donations and volunteers to help sort donations and serve our guests. Any questions can be directed to the parish office at 908-889-2100.

Food Items Always needed

• Canned Tuna

• Canned Chicken

• Canned Salmon

• Toothpaste

• Canned Fruit Juice

• Soap

• Pancake Mix & Syrup

• Pasta

• Peanut Butter & Jelly

• Feminine Products

• Hot & Cold Cereals

• Baby Products

• Boxed Potatoes

• Diapers

• Snacks

• Deodorant

• Rice

• Mac & Cheese

• Cake Mix

• Shelf Stable Milk

• Cooking Oils

• Canned Veggies

• Tomato Sauce

• Canned Fruit

• Canned Soup

• Coffee

• Canned Beans

Join us for Lectio Divina: Reflection, Discussion & Quiet.
Prayer Group will meet on Thursday mornings from 9:30AM until 11:00AM at the Nazareth Center. Contact Phyllis for more details. Thank you!

Call 908-889-2100

Pee Wee Basketball 2025

Anchored Men: Men's Bible Study

"As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another." (Proverbs 27:17)

Join our Men’s Bible Study—weekly gatherings designed for young men ages 18-30, focused on faith formation, fellowship, and spiritual growth. Together, we dive into Scripture and engage in open, honest conversations about life, purpose, and following Christ as men in today’s world.

📅 When: Saturdays at 9:30 AM

📍 Where: Zoom

Contact: Benjamin Root. Feel free to reach out with any questions! We’d love to have you join us! Come as you are!

Call 908-917-7028

First Reconciliation

Saturday, December 13th. 2025

10:00 am in Church

C.L.O.W = Children’s Liturgy Of the Word

Sunday December 14, 2025 ⋅ 10am – 11am

Intergenerational Cookie Swap

Sunday December 14, 2025 at 10:00 am Mass

Festivities to follow in the Father Byrne Auditorium.

Singing Christmas Carols, sharing your favorite cookies and living out Christmas memories with the IHM Parish family!

IHM Food Pantry is open every Wednesday from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.
And every 2nd Sunday of the month from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.

The entrance is located towards the rear doors at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church.
1571 South Martine Avenue. Scotch Plains, NJ 07076.

New Guests: Please bring photo ID and/or proof of residency.

We are also in need of food donations and volunteers to help sort donations and serve our guests. Any questions can be directed to the parish office at 908-889-2100.

Food Items Always needed

• Canned Tuna

• Canned Chicken

• Canned Salmon

• Toothpaste

• Canned Fruit Juice

• Soap

• Pancake Mix & Syrup

• Pasta

• Peanut Butter & Jelly

• Feminine Products

• Hot & Cold Cereals

• Baby Products

• Boxed Potatoes

• Diapers

• Snacks

• Deodorant

• Rice

• Mac & Cheese

• Cake Mix

• Shelf Stable Milk

• Cooking Oils

• Canned Veggies

• Tomato Sauce

• Canned Fruit

• Canned Soup

• Coffee

• Canned Beans

Sunday December 14: Christmas Party 7-8:30pm

IHM Food Pantry is open every Wednesday from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.
And every 2nd Sunday of the month from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.

The entrance is located towards the rear doors at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church.
1571 South Martine Avenue. Scotch Plains, NJ 07076.

New Guests: Please bring photo ID and/or proof of residency.

We are also in need of food donations and volunteers to help sort donations and serve our guests. Any questions can be directed to the parish office at 908-889-2100.

Food Items Always needed

• Canned Tuna

• Canned Chicken

• Canned Salmon

• Toothpaste

• Canned Fruit Juice

• Soap

• Pancake Mix & Syrup

• Pasta

• Peanut Butter & Jelly

• Feminine Products

• Hot & Cold Cereals

• Baby Products

• Boxed Potatoes

• Diapers

• Snacks

• Deodorant

• Rice

• Mac & Cheese

• Cake Mix

• Shelf Stable Milk

• Cooking Oils

• Canned Veggies

• Tomato Sauce

• Canned Fruit

• Canned Soup

• Coffee

• Canned Beans

Join us for Lectio Divina: Reflection, Discussion & Quiet.
Prayer Group will meet on Thursday mornings from 9:30AM until 11:00AM at the Nazareth Center. Contact Phyllis for more details. Thank you!

Call 908-889-2100

Pee Wee Basketball 2025

Anchored Men: Men's Bible Study

"As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another." (Proverbs 27:17)

Join our Men’s Bible Study—weekly gatherings designed for young men ages 18-30, focused on faith formation, fellowship, and spiritual growth. Together, we dive into Scripture and engage in open, honest conversations about life, purpose, and following Christ as men in today’s world.

📅 When: Saturdays at 9:30 AM

📍 Where: Zoom

Contact: Benjamin Root. Feel free to reach out with any questions! We’d love to have you join us! Come as you are!

Call 908-917-7028

Saturday December 20: Babysitting Night 5-8:30pm (8th-12th graders)

The Prayer Shawl Knitting Group makes hand-made prayer shawls for parishioners who are ill and we create scarves & hats for the needy.

We will gather every 3rd Sunday of the month (after 10:00 AM Mass) in the Nazareth Center at approximately 11:00 AM.

Please contact Marion if you would like more information or call the Parish Office at 908-889-2100.

Anchored Men: Men's Bible Study

"As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another." (Proverbs 27:17)

Join our Men’s Bible Study—weekly gatherings designed for young men ages 18-30, focused on faith formation, fellowship, and spiritual growth. Together, we dive into Scripture and engage in open, honest conversations about life, purpose, and following Christ as men in today’s world.

📅 When: Saturdays at 9:30 AM

📍 Where: Zoom

Contact: Benjamin Root. Feel free to reach out with any questions! We’d love to have you join us! Come as you are!

Call 908-917-7028

Christmas Gathering - Vocations & Discernment 

Monday January 5, 2026 @ 7:00 pm @ Fr. Byrne Auditorium (Church Downstairs)

Join us for Lectio Divina: Reflection, Discussion & Quiet.
Prayer Group will meet on Thursday mornings from 9:30AM until 11:00AM at the Nazareth Center. Contact Phyllis for more details. Thank you!

Call 908-889-2100

Families of Faith New Year’s Gathering

Sunday January 11, 2026- 10:00 am Mass and Session to follow in the Father Byrne Auditorium.

New Year, Renewed Faith, continuing Resolution to grow closer to God. 

Sunday January 11: General Group Night 7-8:30pm

Monday January 12, 2026- Prep. Session 4- 7pm-8:30 pm Fr. Byrne Auditorium (Candidates)

Join us for Lectio Divina: Reflection, Discussion & Quiet.
Prayer Group will meet on Thursday mornings from 9:30AM until 11:00AM at the Nazareth Center. Contact Phyllis for more details. Thank you!

Call 908-889-2100

Monday, January 19 th – MLK Day Brunch & Bingo, 11:00-1:00,
Nazareth Center Gym

Baby Shower for Mercy House

Sunday January 25, 2026 @ 10:00 am

Mass and then Shower to Follow in Fr. Byrne Auditorium (Bring Donations for Mothers in Need)

The Prayer Shawl Knitting Group makes hand-made prayer shawls for parishioners who are ill and we create scarves & hats for the needy.

We will gather every 3rd Sunday of the month (after 10:00 AM Mass) in the Nazareth Center at approximately 11:00 AM.

Please contact Marion if you would like more information or call the Parish Office at 908-889-2100.