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Of course we know that respecting life is a human imperative that cannot and must not be limited to a single month or a single day. It is an "everyday and always" cause that is not unique to any one religious belief or denomination. For Catholics, however, respecting life, especially the unborn, is intrinsic to our identity as people of faith. It admits no denial, no exception, no compromise. “Every life is cherished, chosen, sent,” as the theme of Respect Life Month expresses.

Click the article title to see the stewardship report of December 9.

Our parish relies very much on the annual Christmas Collection to meet its financial obligations. Your generosity in this annual appeal is very much appreciated!

Due to the Christmas holidays, bulletin articles for the December and early January bulletins are early. Click the article title to see the schedule.

I am most grateful to all those who responded so generously to our Increased Offertory Appeal. Your goodness and understanding has made the appeal a success. You will have noticed the increase to the weekly collection as so many committed to making some increase in giving. Click the article title for a brief report.

Our pastor, Msgr. Gervasio, said, “The answer is simple—marriage matters! A parish should not be content with providing only a good preparation for marriage. It should also be eager to accompany a couple on the road of married life...A marriage does not succeed just because it lasts; its quality is also important. Click the article title for more information.

Click the article title to see the Caring Hearts report for November.

Most couples think that being involved sexually is the most intimate part of their marriage. Praying together, however, may be an even deeper form of intimacy. It takes great trust to pour out your heart to God in the presence of your spouse. A first step may be praying for each other even if not in one another's presence. A second step may be silent meditation in each other's presence. Click the article title for a link to other steps you can take.

Click the article title to see the sanctuary lamp intentions for the week of December 9.

The members of the Knight to Remember Committee extend their heartfelt thanks and appreciation to everyone who attended the event, to all of the OLS school families and friends and OLS-SA parishioners who so generously donated items or services, and to those who supported the 50-50 raffle. For more information (and winning ticket numbers!) click the article title.

Shop for your Christmas Candy at Carella's Chocolates! Click the article title for details.

If you brought or sent in a picture of a loved one to be placed by Our Lady at either Our Lady of Sorrows or St. Anthony during November, please pick it up at the Parish Office during regular business hours. The Parish Office is located beneath Our Lady of Sorrows Church.

Click the article title to see the winning numbers for the NJ Right to Life Raffle.

Did you know that our website contains information about Catholic funerals, including common questions, planning a funeral, and grief support? You’ll find all this, as well as a brief explanation of Christian funerals under the Worship & Liturgy > Funerals page.

As your family changes, growing with new children or shrinking as adult children move out, keep us informed! Please also let us know if you or a loved one is hospitalized or moves into assisted living or a nursing home. And let us know if you're moving, so we can update our records. Click the article title for more information.

Join us on December 15, at St. Gregory the Great campus, to commemorate the journey that Joseph and Mary made from Nazareth to Bethlehem. We'll gather in the Chapel, and then journey to the E-Center, School Building, and Parish Center looking for a welcoming place for Jesus to be born. The journey will end in the gathering space of the church with the Christmas Tree Lighting, carols, and refreshments.

Try attending this morning retreat on December 19, at the St. Francis House of Prayer in Rancocas. Click the article title for a link to more information.

If you ordered one or more wreaths from the Rosary Altar Society, please remember to pick them up after one of the Saturday evening or Sunday morning masses next weekend (December 8-9) at the pick-up site you specified on your order form. The wreaths will be in the OLS Church Meeting Room and the St. Anthony Church Hall. (The wreaths also will be available for pickup at OLS only between 11 AM and 1 PM next Friday, December 7.)

In addition to our usual confession schedule of Saturday mornings and afternoons, priests will be available for confession at Our Lady of Sorrows Church from 6:00 – 7:30 pm on Thursday, December 20. NB....No Confessions on Saturday, December 22.

"Romance is a process it's not an event. It's not a one-time thing. It's not something that's 'accomplished' and then forgotten. In order to work, it's got to be an ongoing thing a part of the very fabric of your daily life" (Gregory J. P. Godek, 1001 Ways to Be Romantic) Think of one romantic way you can express your love for your spouse today. Do it. Click the article title for a link to Susan's website.