Notre Dame of Mt. Carmel Church

Notre Dame of Mt. Carmel Church 75 Ridgedale Avenue, Cedar Knolls, New Jersey 07927 Parish Office: 973-538-1358 ♦ Fax: 973-538-7403 ♦ www.ndcarmel.com

Eucharist Saturday: Sunday: 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m. & 12:15 p.m. Monday - Friday: 12:10 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.

No weekday 5:30 p.m. Mass from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Holy Days: Vigil 5:30 p.m. Holy Day: 12:10 p.m. & 5:30 p.m. Lent: An additional 7:15 a.m. Mass is celebrated Monday - Friday.

Reconciliation

Saturday: 12:40 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. or call to see one of the priests.

Miraculous Medal Novena & Benediction Monday: 7:30 p.m.

Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament

Friday: 7:00 a.m. thru 7:00 p.m.

Baptism

Contact the Parish Secretary to make arrangements.

Marriages

Contact one of our priests.

Sick Calls

Contact Fr. Paddy, Fr. Jhon, or Parish Secretary. For hospital visits and for Communion for the homebound,

Our Parish Vision Notre Dame of Mount Carmel is a Roman Catholic community of faith called to be missionary disciples of Jesus Christ, for the purpose of bringing about the Kingdom. Our Parish Mission

Formed by the Word, fed at the Table, and inspired by the Holy Spirit, we INVITE, WELCOME and GUIDE each other into relationship with Christ, to GO OUT and MAKE missionary disciples.

Staff An Invitation for Conversation.. Nametag weekends are an opportunity to build our community as a place where we can be greeted with a smile and be personally acknowledged — a place where “everybody knows your name.” During Mass, Nametag weekends open our hearts to pray for one another in a more personal way, as we offer a special intention for someone seated by us. After Mass, we are all encouraged to greet each other and simply invite one another to conversation. Nametag weekends might challenge some of us to step out of our comfort zones; yet, we surely know it is often the simplest conversations that lead to wonderful opportunities for faith and friendship in Christ. So join us as we invite you to wear a Nametag and help us multiply lots of great conversations in this our spiritual home. What a positive effort to associate with our church!

Rev. Paddy O’Donovan, Pastor Ext. 101 / [email protected] Rev. Jhon Madrid, Par ochial Vicar Ext. 103 / [email protected] Fr. Joseph Voltaggio, OSB, Weekend Mass Assistant/[email protected]

Jean Pankow, Pastor al Associate Ext. 122 / [email protected] Ext. 100 / [email protected]

Deacon Dave Collins, RCIA/ PACT

Cristina Folan, Communications Ext. 105 / [email protected]

Deacon Al Fanelli, Baptismal Pr ep. (973) 428-8304 / [email protected]

Jim Keefe, Music Dir ector Ext. 109 / [email protected]

Deacon Ron Forino, Pr e-Cana Prep (973) 887–2963 / [email protected]

Ivette Valori, Dir ector Faith Formation [email protected]

Deacon Joe Harris, Social J ustice (973) 984-7913 / [email protected] Deacon Vic Lupi, (973) 538-4642 / [email protected] Deacon Joe Quinn, Car e of Sick (973) 476-8562 / [email protected] Parish Trustees Joanne McHugh: (973) 428-1228 Will Fernandez: (973) 515-9039 Sacristan :[email protected]

Diane Byrne, Faith For mation Coordinator PreK-5th, Ext. 111 / [email protected] Karen Calabrese, Ext. 106 / [email protected] Jimmy Steiger, Facilities Manager Ext. 120 Pastoral Council President Dick White: (201) 280-8943 Finance Chair Michael Critchley: (973) 725-4665

Please see inside for a list of ministries and contact information. Visit our website for further details!

FORGIVENESS Nearly ten years before, a son and father had parted ways when the business they shared went bankrupt. The son blamed the father. They did not speak to each other again. Then the father became seriously ill. The mother called the son and told him he had better come soon. The son walked sheepishly into the hospital room. The father motioned his son to him and whispered: “Did you ever think you could do anything that would keep me from loving you?” Resentment and anger are foul things, the first reading from Sirach tells us. Remember the last things. Stop hating. Live by the commandments. As Saint Paul writes to the Romans, we are to live for the Lord and die for the Lord. Jesus’ parable in today’s Gospel reminds us of God’s compassion. The immense sin of humanity has been forgiven and stricken from the record. We are to forgive others in the same way.

This Week... Mass Intentions   SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2017: Sts. Cornelius & Cyprian  12:10  Gladys Sledge by Marilyn Hudson    Samuel Maglione by the Maglione Family  5:00  Marie Giglio by Dot & Pete DeNigris    Abelardo Lopez by his wife & family    SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2017: 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time  7:30  Thomas Olsen by the Florio Family    Angelo Ascolese by Bob & Nina Rober   9:00  Giuseppina Guzzardi by Rosa & Al    Helen Glessner by Angie Derany  10:30  Ozzie Mar n by Chris Schlo eldt    Chris ne McLoughlin by Carl & Chris Schlo eldt  12:15   Florence Mudro by the Husk Family    Robert Nolan by Ron & Linda Forino    MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2017: Weekday  12:10  Sotero An porda by Medardo Yap    Joseph & Elizabeth Coccia by their children  5:30  John Fitzpatrick by Jack & Be y Ann McMahon    Richard Growe by the Petrillo Family    TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2017: Weekday  12:10  John & Frankie Sippie by his family    Yve e Coyle by Frank  5:30  Brenda Kadian by the Smith Family    Francesco Gianna asio by the DiSessa Family    WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2017: Weekday  12:10  Antoine e Loia by Eleanor & Mike Loia    Alice Sabine by the Bellamo Family  5:30  Linda Breitbarth by Marge, Dave & the kids    Georgia Daub by the Smith Family    THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2017: St. Ma hew  12:10   Bernade e "Dolly" Dempsey by the Demianycz Family     Evelyn Freis k by the Bellamo Family  5:30   Chris ne McLoughlin by Pa y Gant     Mary Fox by Paula Siciliano    FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2017: Weekday  12:10  Petronila Ferrer by Medardo Yap    Beverly Stoveken by her family  5:30  Michael Lackowitz by Donna Sky    Thomas Bar romo, Jr. by Mary L. Bar romo    SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2017: St. Pius of Pierelcina  12:10  In Thanksgiving for Blessings for the Perodin Family    Jon Kopel by the Shamieh Family  5:00  Mary & Robert Johnson by their daughter Jean    June Davey by Jean Pankow    SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2017: 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time  7:30  David Francis Stewart by Rusty & Mark    Liborio Rosa Galicia by the Gallo Family  9:00  Antonio Berardino by the McClain Family    Michele Buonaiuto by Peter & Fortunata Kusik  10:30  Michael Vecchio by Nancy & Vic Lupi    June Davey by Nancy & Vic Lupi  12:15   Esther Hu on by Frank & Sally Ann Augello    Phillip Jacobelli by Lauren Kruse 

Readings For The Week Monday:      1 Tm 2:1‐8; Ps 28:2, 7‐9; Lk 7:1‐10  Tuesday:      1 Tm 3:1‐13; Ps 101:1b‐3ab, 5‐6;             Lk 7:11‐17  Wednesday:   1 Tm 3:14‐16; Ps 111:1‐6; Lk 7:31‐35  Thursday:    Eph 4:1‐7, 11‐13; Ps 19:2‐5; Mt 9:9‐13  Friday:      1 Tm 6:2c‐12; Ps 49:6‐10,  17‐20; Lk 8:1‐3  Saturday:     1 Tm 6:13‐16; Ps 100:1b‐5;            Lk 8:4‐15  Sunday:      Is 55:6‐9; Ps 145:2‐3, 8‐9,            17‐18; ‐24, 27a;             Mt 20:1‐16a 

God’s Gift for Giving  

Collection Sept. 9 & 10, 2017 Same Collection Sept. 10 & 11, 2016

$16,501.15 $16,224.09

Hurricane Harvey Aid

$11,921.51

TO EVERYTHING THERE IS A SEASON AND A TIME FOR EVERY PURPOSE UNDER HEAVEN … … a time to be born Maddelena Rose, daughter of Anthony & Adelina Milelli .. a time to heal … Sally Bolcar, Sammy Brasco, Joanne Burghese, Bea Carlone, Robert Caravaggio, Dehlia Clemente, Dcn. Dave Collins, Sarah Comacho, Frank Coyle, Patricia DeCoite, Julie Esposito, Dcn. Al Fanelli, Ron Ferriauolo, Charles Giordano, Pat Guarino, Ray Harold, Mary Hawrylak, Jessica Hermans, Bobbie Hernet, Marilyn Hudson, Josephine Iacullo, Maryann Johnston, Danielle LaStella, Sister Evelyn Lebiedz, SC, Michael Lloyd, Michael & Reid LoSapio, Jackie McGuckin, Susan Nicoll, Ashley Norton, Dolores Occhipinti, Lonnie Perryman, Debra Perryman, Marilyn Reilly, Donna Rodriquez, Russell Salon, Kyle Simonton, Lorraine Steinberger, Mary Elizabeth Swartz, Robert Sweetin, Stephanie Trincanello, Craig Vagell, Sr., Debbie Varga, Bill Waller, Mary Weigh ... a time to die  Susan Hernet McCormack, sister of Barbara Hernet ... a time of great joy

Altar Linens: Agnes Loughlin Sanctuary Lamp will burn for   Diana DeCrescenzo   by the Notre Dame Family Faith Program  Mother of Compassion Lamp will burn for   Chris ne McLoughlin by Ann McLoughlin  St. Benedict Lamp will burn for  Inten ons of Deacon Al Fanelli & Deacon Dave Collins 

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Join us for an introduc on to the ministry, its leaders & the calendar of events. Hear a couple’s brief witness talk, enjoy refreshments & fellowship.  

Whether you are married five months or 50 years, we have something for everyone! Come to learn more about the Marriage Ministry and how it can help nourish your marriage!

Coming This Year: Monthly In‐home Marriage Enrichment Mee ngs “The Art of Marriage” Series A Morning of Love & Marriage‐ Winter Retreat “Marriage Oneness” Series – New this Spring Couples’ Witness Talks & Dinners In support of the Family Life “Weekend to Remember” Retreat 

Ministry Co‐Chairs: Mike & Pat Guarino and Eric & Debby Kispert Let us know you will be joining us! RSVP online at www.ndcarmel.com. For informa on, contact Debby Kispert at 973‐945‐0456.

MANY HANDS MAKE LIGHT WORK: CAN YOU SPARE YOURS?

SENIOR LUNCHEONS RESUME! Tomorrow, Monday, September 18, following our 12:10pm Mass. We look forward to seeing you!

Shepherd’s Call…

CALLING OUR LITTLE FLOCK!  

One of our main goals as a parish is to extend a warm sense of welcome and hospitality to all who enter our spiritual space – so many credit this welcoming spirit as the reason they were drawn to our parish. It is a spirit we can all share in small and big ways, through visible and behind the scenes tasks – it is not something to be done by just a few, but something to be done with everyone’s help. In that light, we are in need of willing hands and hearts to help out as follows:

Welcoming children   We need a crew of folks to help restore our Gathering Space 1– 4 yrs. old in the  after the 12:15pm Mass on Sundays – just vacuum the carpet, clear the donuts, coffee & tea containers, wipe Youth Ministry Rm.   tables, etc. With a few helpers at hand, this can be taken while parents a end    care of in 15 to 20 minutes. With a nice group of folks on 9 AM or 10:30 AM  the list of available helpers, each would only be scheduled to help every so often. Mass.     

Shepherd’s Call Ministry provides a safe,          Christ‐centered environment  for your li le one(s)  in the Youth Ministry Room, while you fully  par cipate in Sunday Mass!     

Find out more! Stop by the table in the Gathering Space

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If you have any ques ons, please contact   Kelli White at [email protected]  or Chris Liparini at [email protected].  

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We need folks to staff our Hospitality Desk after all the weekend Masses, but most especially after the 12:15pm Mass. Welcoming Desk ministers respond to requests for Mass cards and are available to answer general questions for visitors (training will be provided!). These are great opportunities for anyone to help – as any minister in the parish may testify, we are far more blessed by our giving than receiving. So reach out to us, invite a family member or friend to join you in serving your parish family! Contact Melissa, our Parish Secretary at 973-538-1358, ext.100 / [email protected]. WOMEN'S GUIDED MEDITATION Women of our faith community, please join us for our Women's Guided Meditation, an opportunity to refresh your spirit and strengthen your faith. We will meet this Wednesday, September 20, 7:30-8:30pm in our Resource Rm. Bring a friend!

For The Journey... WOMEN'S CORNERSTONE XVIII: “LET IT BEGIN WITH ME” We invite women 25 and older who have never attended a Cornerstone retreat to join us for this awesome spiritual opportunity, Friday evening, October 27 & Saturday, October 28, 2017. For mor e infor mation or to register, please visit our website at www.ndcarmel.com, or contact Denise Panyik-Dale at [email protected] / (973) 267-2479, or Mary Ficke at [email protected] / (973) 476-4843. SILVER AND GOLD WEDDING ANNIVERSARY MASS— Couples, were you married in 1967 or 1992? You are warmly invited to celebrate your 25th or 50th Wedding Anniversary with the Church of Paterson, Sunday, November 5, 2017 at 4:00pm. Bishop Serratelli will be the main celebrant at Mass at The Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Paterson. Arrangements can be made by contacting the parish office. Registrations will be accepted through Tuesday, October 17, 2017. Information will be sent from the Office of Family Life once your registration has been processed. Congratulations on this joyous occasion! DISCERNMENT WEEKEND FOR YOUNG ADULTS—How is God calling you? The Franciscan Friars and Sisters of the Atonement are offering a Discernment Weekend October 20-22 to help you discover the answer. For single, Catholic young adult men and women, 18-40. Learn discernment tools, hear how religiously vowed and lay persons came to hear God’s call, and engage in rich prayer and discussion with other young adults. For more information or to register, visit www.atonementfriars.org/discern.

SPECIAL NEEDS TEEN & YOUNG ADULT YOUTH MINISTRY

We are so excited to offer this youth ministry opportunity to teens and young adults with special needs. The groups meet on selected Fridays (twice/month), from 5pm – 7pm in our Youth Ministry Room (a session schedule is available on our website under Faith Formation). The participants come together to enrich their faith and socialize – it is a wonderful outlet for these special disciples to gather for fun and camaraderie in a safe environment. Ministry activities include:  Review scripture readings at the beginning of each meeting.  Attend 5:30 PM Mass with emphasis on listening to the word and the priest's homily.  Share dinner together and socialize.  Discuss scripture readings and the message of the homily.  Share day-to-day experiences or anything special they would like to discuss.  We also address any questions they may have about their faith. If a member of your family or someone you know would like to participate in our Special Needs Youth Ministry gatherings, please contact Cathy Ferramosca at [email protected] / (973) 540-8711. YOUNG ADULTS, CHECK OUT INSIDE THE WALLS— St. Paul’s Young Adult group is a faith-based community for anyone between the ages of 23 to 39 looking for a place to call home. By means of “pub nights,” social and service events, and Sunday Masses, friendships are formed and lives are shared. Wherever you may be in your faith journey, St Paul’s Young Adults offers opportunities to explore a belief in God in an open dialogue with others.

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6pm Adoration / 7pm Mass / 7:30pm Young Adult Event

“Eucharistic Adoration is a powerful spiritual experience that allows me to sit silently with Jesus to pray about the previous week and the week ahead. I ask Him for the grace to include Him in all my daily activities. He always comes through. Adoration has touched my heart so deeply that I have grown substantially in my faith journey. It only takes one hour of my week, but the graces I receive are numerous! We are so fortunate to have this ministry here.” (M. Pellerine)

Find out more at www.insidethewalls.org.

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Young Adult Disciples: Where Are They Now? It is undoubtedly concerning to hear about and see so many of our youth disconnecting from our faith. It is often assumed we are losing our youth to secularism and many of us fear a complete dismissal of their Christian values. However, our hearts are uplifted by the many who continue to bear the fruits of those seeds of faith planted in their earlier years. We recently heard about a few happenings in the lives of a number of our then teens, now young adults. We share these updates with pride, joy and hope for the greater future of our youth!!

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ommy Bluj just started his senior  year and final season as a football  player at Susquehanna  much in the past three  years at this university, from academic  success and gaining significant  internship experiences, to receiving all‐  conference recogni on and being a two ‐year captain in football.  He has also been  nominated for a  na onwide award known  as the “All State Good  Works Team” for his  services and commitment  to helping others in the  community.    As we reached out to  Tommy to hear more  about his recent efforts,  he shared how much his  experiences of faith at ND  have been at the heart of his worthy  accomplishments:   

“One thing for sure is that I  would not have been able to  accomplish what I have, or be  nominated for such an award  if it weren’t for being an  ac ve member at Notre  Dame of Mt. Carmel through  the dura on of my high  school career.”  

I have always believed in God, but  becoming an ac ve member at Notre  Dame in my early to late teenage years  heightened my faith, and it has carried  me ever since. My faith really began to  strengthen a er my first An och  experience, where I began to see the  significance of keeping God in your 

heart everyday. Eventually I ended up  leading An och retreats, and was able  to share this effect on my life and  advocate to others the significance of  having a strong faith in God.  I also took part in Opera on  Appalachia, where I was able to help  improve the lives and homes of families  in poverty‐stricken Preston County West  Virginia. I was truly humbled by both of  these experiences, and what they  taught me will forever be embedded in  who I am.  

resumes and undoubtedly  appeal to the public eye,  enough maybe to be  recognized for a cool  award. But I was able to  take in these experiences  for what they truly are  and apply their meaning  to my everyday life. I can  humbly say that the  rewards of keeping a strong faith have  helped me and the lives of others, and I  am truly blessed my faith endured  throughout this journey. I strongly  encourage others to partake in all that  Notre Dame has to offer, especially  those who are transi oning into young  adults—I’m sure glad I did.” 

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FATHER LEO, “THE COOKING PRIEST,” TO VISIT COLLEGE OF SAINT ELIZABETH! In celebration of the 100th anniversary of its Foods and Nutrition programs, the College of Saint Elizabeth will host Father Leo E. Patalinghug, “The Cooking Priest,” on Tuesday, October 3 at 7 pm on campus in Morristown, NJ. Father Patalinghug, an internationally-known speaker, author, and TV/radio host, is best known for promoting Grace Before Meals, a movement to bring families back to the dinner table to nourish the body and soul. Advance tickets are $10 through www.cse.edu/fatherleo.

Dates to Remember Sunday September 17

Sunday Masses: 7:30 am, 9 am, 10:30 am & 12:15 pm 9 am & 10:30 am Shepherd’s Call

Monday September 18

Daily Mass: 12:10 pm & 5:30 pm 6:30 am Morning Prayer with Deacon Vic 12:30 pm Anna League Senior Luncheon 5 pm Teen Band & Choir Rehearsal 7 pm Sharing Christ 7 pm Rosary/Novena 7:30 pm Men’s Cornerstone Speakers Mtg. Daily Mass: 12:10 pm & 5:30 pm 6:30 am Morning Prayer with Deacon Vic 1 pm Flocknote Diocesan Workshop 1:30 pm SLT Meeting 7 pm Centering Prayer 7 pm Healing Prayer Ministry Mtg. 7 pm Women’s Cornerstone Planning 8:30 pm AA Daily Mass: 12:10 pm & 5:30 pm 6:30 am Morning Prayer with Deacon Vic 6:30 am MGD Group 9:30 am Mom’s & Tots 10 am DR/SLT Coaching 7 pm Adult Choir Rehearsal 7:30 pm Finance Mtg. 7:30 pm Surviving Divorce Series 7:30 pm Women’s Guided Meditation Daily Mass: 12:10 pm & 5:30 pm 6:30 am Morning Prayer with Deacon Vic 10:30 am Centering Prayer 7:15 pm Scripture/Faith Sharing 7:30 pm Emmaus Planning Mtg. 8:30 pm AA / Al-Anon Daily Mass: 12:10 pm & 5:30 pm 7 am - 7 pm Adoration 6:30 am Morning Prayer with Deacon Vic 9:30 am Quilting Ministry 11 am Overeaters Anonymous 7 pm Marriage Ministry Kick-Off Event Daily Mass: 12:10 pm & 5 pm Sunday Vigil 12:40 pm Reconciliation 8 am Men’s Ministry 9 am VIRTUS Training Sunday Masses: 7:30 am, 9 am, 10:30 am & 12:15 pm 9 am & 10:30 am Shepherd’s Call 10:15 am Elementary REAL Plus 11:30 am Teen Band/Choir Rehearsal

Food & Clothing Collection

Tuesday September 19

Wednesday September 20

Thursday September 21

Friday September 22

Saturday September 23

Nametag Weekend/ Vision Homily

Sunday September 24

Nametag Weekend/ Vision Homily

“Whoever serves me must follow me; and where I am, my servant also will be. My Father will honor the one who serves me.” John 12:26 

Ministries

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Notre Dame of Mt. Carmel Cedar Knolls, NJ

“Divorce affects everyone, whether it's you, a family member, friend or coworker. It happens, and it hurts.”

Surviving Divorce

Surviving Divorce was created to bring hope and healing to those who have experienced the pain and loneliness of a broken marriage. It is for the newly separated and divorced and those still struggling with issues many years later. It will help them answer their questions, restore hope, and begin authentic healing. For Session Previews and additional program details please visit: www.ndcarmel.com

A 12-week program on Wednesday evenings

Beginning September 20, 2017 7:30 – 9:00 PM - Here at Notre Dame

Register online at www.ndcarmel.com

If you have any questions regarding this program, please contact Patty Migliore-Torres at [email protected] / 973-610-3242, or Mike Letterese at [email protected] / 973-998-0750. Will you be the foot soldier we need to bring the wounded in from the battlefield? Please bring this flyer to someone who needs direction, help, and most of all . . . God's healing LOVE.

Notre Dame of Mt. Carmel Cedar Knolls, NJ

Join us on a weekend retreat from daily life!

~ A Spiritual and Social Experience ~ For women 25 yrs. old and older

Cornerstone is a unique retreat designed to provide participants an opportunity to revitalize and deepen their spiritual lives. The retreat lasts approximately 26 hours, beginning on Friday evening at 6:30 PM, and ending with a Closing Liturgy on Saturday evening at 7:30 PM. All participants are provided sleeping accommodations at the parish, which helps ensure the spiritual continuity of the experience for everyone involved. "It was a time of peace and calm in my busy life…sharing thoughts and feelings, connecting with other women and renewing my spiritual journey with God” "It was one of the most spiritual experiences of my life. It exceeded all my expectations!”

Register online at www.ndcarmel.com Registration donation: $50 Registration closes Monday, October 16, 2017 For further information visit us at www.ndcarmel.com, or contact: Denise Panyik-Dale – [email protected] – 973 267 2479 or Mary Ficke – [email protected] – 973 476 4843.

Notre Dame of Mt. Carmel Cedar Knolls, NJ

ROAD TO EMMAUS: A MEN’S RETREAT Presented by The Men’s Ministries of Notre Dame of Mt. Carmel & Assumption Parishes

Women’s Guided Meditation

Friday eve. Oct. 6 to Sunday Noon, Oct. 8, 2017 At St. Mary’s Abbey Retreat Center, Morristown, NJ Have you attended Cornerstone (or some other spiritual retreat) and asked the question “What’s next?” Does your spiritual life seem like a rudderless ship? Do you sometimes struggle to separate the wheat from the chaff? This retreat can help you find direction! The Road to Emmaus Retreat is designed to build on the foundational work accomplished by Men’s Cornerstone and to help men who have completed Cornerstone continue on their faith journey and deepen their relationship with God. It will offer perspectives drawn from sacred scripture, spiritual writings, our Catholic tradition, and the personal experiences of the presenters. Register online at www.ndcarmel.com! Retreat Fee: $195 and includes retreat materials, meals & sleeping accommodations) *Please do not allow financial concerns to prevent you from attending this retreat. Please contact Pat Madden at (973) 885-0895 or via e-mail at [email protected] for discreet financial assistance information. For further information regarding Emmaus Retreat contact: Paul Cocco at 973-271-2623, or via email at [email protected].

Listen, find peace, and get in touch with God within…

Wednesday, September 20, 2017 7:30 PM In the Resource Library

Our Women’s Guided Meditation offers an opportunity to relax, listen, find peace, and journey deeper to find God within. The gathering will be led by parishioner and retreat facilitator Gail Mertz, who leads participants in an hour of prayer, guided meditation, and personal reflection for those who wish to share. Give yourself this one hour of prayer and meditation to nourish your spirit and strengthen your faith. There is no need to register; just come and bring a friend! For more information, please contact Gail Mertz at 973-984-6455 or via email at [email protected]