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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Immaculate Heart of Mary Church will be hosting a free class on Caring for Vulnerable Adults this Saturday October 25th from 9:30am until 11:30am. Participants will receive a certificate for completion. Please register at http://www.virtus.org or call one of our parishes if you need assistance. If you can't make it this Saturday, we will be hosting more training sessions at IHM or St. Bartholomew in the future. Call St. Bartholomew at 908-322-5192 or 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

Families of Faith Halloween Table and Treat

Sunday, October 26, 2025

10:00 am -12:00 pm @ Nazareth Center Gym

Drinks, Music, Snacks, Games and a Costume Contest

Questions? Call John at 908-889-2100 or email johnmcguire@ihmparish.net

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

We Are His Witnesses Parish Listening Sessions

1. Tuesday, October 28 from 6-8pm

2. Saturday, November 1 from 9-11

Location: Immaculate Heart of Mary Church - Fr Byrne Auditorium
1571 Martine Ave in Scotch Plains, NJ

You are invited to participate in a parish listening session as part of the We Are His Witnesses pastoral planning process. Cardinal Tobin encourages all of the faithful to participate. Registration will open soon. For now, please save the date to attend one of our parish sessions.

This is an important initiative that has the potential to significantly impact our parish. Please make every effort to attend. It will entail the presentation of the context for this initiative, the process and timelines as well as the Archdiocese’s proposed parish models. All parishioners will be given the opportunity to discuss and provide insights and recommendations on these models. This initiative impacts all 212 parishes in the Archdiocese of Newark. Thank you in advance for your attention to this important matter.

Peace, Fr Mike

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

We Are His Witnesses Parish Listening Sessions

1. Tuesday, October 28 from 6-8pm

2. Saturday, November 1 from 9-11

Location: Immaculate Heart of Mary Church - Fr Byrne Auditorium
1571 Martine Ave in Scotch Plains, NJ

You are invited to participate in a parish listening session as part of the We Are His Witnesses pastoral planning process. Cardinal Tobin encourages all of the faithful to participate. Registration will open soon. For now, please save the date to attend one of our parish sessions.

This is an important initiative that has the potential to significantly impact our parish. Please make every effort to attend. It will entail the presentation of the context for this initiative, the process and timelines as well as the Archdiocese’s proposed parish models. All parishioners will be given the opportunity to discuss and provide insights and recommendations on these models. This initiative impacts all 212 parishes in the Archdiocese of Newark. Thank you in advance for your attention to this important matter.

Peace, Fr Mike

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

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

Families of Faith Thanksgiving Food Drive

Sunday November 9, 2025

Families of Faith will be collecting and sorting food donations 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

“We must fly to our beloved homeland.”  - St Augustine/City of God

Spirituality Seminar: Into the Silent Land: A Guide to the Christian Practice of Contemplation

written by Martin Laird

Tuesday nights from 7:15 until 8:30 pm on ZOOM

Beginning Tuesday November 11, 2025 until Tuesday January 13, 2026
(We are off on the weeks of Christmas and New Years)

Please contact Fr. Rob for an invitation or call the parish office…

908-889-2100

“We are built for contemplation.  This book is about cultivation the skills necessary for this subtlest, simplest, and the most searching of the spiritual arts: Communion with God in the silence of the heart.”

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.

We will be serving food at this event. If you have any allergies, please let us know. Please register online or call our office if you are unable to check-in online

CALL 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

“We must fly to our beloved homeland.”  - St Augustine/City of God

Spirituality Seminar: Into the Silent Land: A Guide to the Christian Practice of Contemplation

written by Martin Laird

Tuesday nights from 7:15 until 8:30 pm on ZOOM

Beginning Tuesday November 11, 2025 until Tuesday January 13, 2026
(We are off on the weeks of Christmas and New Years)

Please contact Fr. Rob for an invitation or call the parish office…

908-889-2100

“We are built for contemplation.  This book is about cultivation the skills necessary for this subtlest, simplest, and the most searching of the spiritual arts: Communion with God in the silence of the heart.”

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

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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The Rosary Altar Society and Apple Blossom Flower Shop will be hosting a

Fall Flower Arranging Class
Friday November 21, 2025
7:00 pm at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church | Fr. Byrne Auditorium

1571 Martine Ave in Scotch Plains, NJ

$40 covers the cost of supplies
Please make checks payable to “Immaculate Heart of Mary Church”
mail payments to Alice Mansfield Smith. 3 Kennedy Drive. Clark, NJ 07066

Please contact Maureen for tickets 908-468-0909
or call Alice 908-239-9510

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!

Rosary Advent Mass & Christmas Party

Tuesday December 2, 2025

6:30 pm Annual Advent Mass

7:00 pm Christmas Party at Fr. Byrne Auditorium

“We must fly to our beloved homeland.”  - St Augustine/City of God

Spirituality Seminar: Into the Silent Land: A Guide to the Christian Practice of Contemplation

written by Martin Laird

Tuesday nights from 7:15 until 8:30 pm on ZOOM

Beginning Tuesday November 11, 2025 until Tuesday January 13, 2026
(We are off on the weeks of Christmas and New Years)

Please contact Fr. Rob for an invitation or call the parish office…

908-889-2100

“We are built for contemplation.  This book is about cultivation the skills necessary for this subtlest, simplest, and the most searching of the spiritual arts: Communion with God in the silence of the heart.”

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

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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 $20 per person.

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)

“We must fly to our beloved homeland.”  - St Augustine/City of God

Spirituality Seminar: Into the Silent Land: A Guide to the Christian Practice of Contemplation

written by Martin Laird

Tuesday nights from 7:15 until 8:30 pm on ZOOM

Beginning Tuesday November 11, 2025 until Tuesday January 13, 2026
(We are off on the weeks of Christmas and New Years)

Please contact Fr. Rob for an invitation or call the parish office…

908-889-2100

“We are built for contemplation.  This book is about cultivation the skills necessary for this subtlest, simplest, and the most searching of the spiritual arts: Communion with God in the silence of the heart.”

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

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

“We must fly to our beloved homeland.”  - St Augustine/City of God

Spirituality Seminar: Into the Silent Land: A Guide to the Christian Practice of Contemplation

written by Martin Laird

Tuesday nights from 7:15 until 8:30 pm on ZOOM

Beginning Tuesday November 11, 2025 until Tuesday January 13, 2026
(We are off on the weeks of Christmas and New Years)

Please contact Fr. Rob for an invitation or call the parish office…

908-889-2100

“We are built for contemplation.  This book is about cultivation the skills necessary for this subtlest, simplest, and the most searching of the spiritual arts: Communion with God in the silence of the heart.”

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

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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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)

Rosary Winter Luncheon

Tuesday January 6, 2025

12:00 pm

“We must fly to our beloved homeland.”  - St Augustine/City of God

Spirituality Seminar: Into the Silent Land: A Guide to the Christian Practice of Contemplation

written by Martin Laird

Tuesday nights from 7:15 until 8:30 pm on ZOOM

Beginning Tuesday November 11, 2025 until Tuesday January 13, 2026
(We are off on the weeks of Christmas and New Years)

Please contact Fr. Rob for an invitation or call the parish office…

908-889-2100

“We are built for contemplation.  This book is about cultivation the skills necessary for this subtlest, simplest, and the most searching of the spiritual arts: Communion with God in the silence of the heart.”

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)

“We must fly to our beloved homeland.”  - St Augustine/City of God

Spirituality Seminar: Into the Silent Land: A Guide to the Christian Practice of Contemplation

written by Martin Laird

Tuesday nights from 7:15 until 8:30 pm on ZOOM

Beginning Tuesday November 11, 2025 until Tuesday January 13, 2026
(We are off on the weeks of Christmas and New Years)

Please contact Fr. Rob for an invitation or call the parish office…

908-889-2100

“We are built for contemplation.  This book is about cultivation the skills necessary for this subtlest, simplest, and the most searching of the spiritual arts: Communion with God in the silence of the heart.”

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.

Valentines for the Elderly and Living the Beatitudes

Sunday February 1, 2026 @ 8:45 am

Mass at Church followed by Valentines for the Elderly in the Fr. Byrne Auditorium

Sunday, February 1 st – Pancake Breakfast, 9:00-12:00, Church Cellar

Sunday February 1: Leadership Team - Small Group Night 7-8:30pm

Alpha Episode 1 Dinner @ Nazareth Center

Monday February 2, 2026 at 7:00 pm

Monday February 2, 2026- Prep Session 5- 7pm-8:30 pm Sacrament of Reconciliation (Church)

Rosary Altar Society Day of Reflection

Tuesday February 3, 2025

8:30 am - 12:00 pm

Immaculate Heart of Mary Church & Fr. Byrne Auditorium

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

Eucharist Prep Session 1

Sunday February 8th, 2026

8:45 am through 10:00 am Mass and following (Potluck Brunch)

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

Sunday February 8, 2026 ⋅ 10am – 11am