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Join us the day before Father's Day with other men, sons, brothers, and friends from around the Diocese to hike the Dunnfield Creek Natural Area to the top of Mount Tammany (via the Tammany Blue Dot Trail). The hike will culminate with Mass at the summit, and we'll be back to our homes by early afternoon to enjoy the remainder of Father's Day weekend with our families.

April is National Volunteer Recognition Month. Thank you to all who offer our parish and its ministries their time and talents! Volunteers don't necessarily have the time--they just have the heart!

Despite the havoc that Covid-19 continues to cause in our lives, 37 brave and dedicated men and women have provided almost 140 hours of service to 30 persons. God bless them all and keep them safe!

Your voices are being heard! The NJ Reproductive Freedom Act (S3030/A4848), introduced in the Senate and Assembly on October 8, 2020, has stalled, due to reluctance on the part of legislators to pass such an extreme act during an election year. But we can't be complacent! Keep up the storm against this evil act. Click the article title for a link to send an email to your state legislators.

Tens of thousands of couples have healed their marriages through Retrouvaille (pronounced Retro-vy). Couples learn to build communication skills and to increase intimacy. It provides help for marriage problems, difficulties or crises. The next program begins the weekend of April 16 - 18. Click the article title for more information.

This is just a reminder. The cans for donations are at the doors of both churches. Please don't forget our brothers and sisters in Christ! They need our help. Remember that alms giving is one of the pillars of Lent!

Click the article title to see the programs offered at Francis House of Prayer in Allentown.

Interfaith Caregivers of Greater Mercer County has two employment opportunities. During 2021, these positions will involve working remotely, until the ICGMC office is fully re-opened. Click the article title for more information on these opportunities.

An early deadline for the Easter (April 4) bulletin has been set by the printing company. In order to meet this deadline, all articles, announcements, and ads must be emailed to dmikics@ols-sa.org no later than noon on Wednesday, March 24. Thanks in advance for your cooperation.

Just a reminder--please remember those in our community who may be hungry and drop off some nonperishable food for Mount Carmel Guild and St Raphael’s Pantry. The need is greater than ever! To address this need, more food pantries have opened, but the resources are now spread out over additional food pantries. Please be generous! Click the article title for more information, including distribution dates.

The Francis House of Prayer in Allentown has new programs to offer. Click the article title for details.

The Mt. Carmel Guild cordially invites you to join us for our Founder's Day Mass on Sunday, March 21, 2021, at 2:30 PM at Our Lady of Sorrows Church. For more information, click the article title.

Daylight Savings Time officially begins at 2 AM on Sunday, March 14 (next Sunday). Remember to turn your clocks ahead an hour next Saturday night, March 13.

The US Catholic Conference of Catholic Bishops has put out a statement clarifying the Church's position on the vaccines for COVID-19. Click the article title for a link to the USCCB statement.

During the month of February, 124 hours of volunteer service were cheerfully provided by 36 volunteers to 30 persons. Click the article title to find out what services are offered, and how to sign up as a care receiver or a care giver.

Looking for some spiritual nourishment this Lent? Come to our Lenten Soup for the Soul Evenings this March! Join us for some soup, fellowship, prayer and reflection to feed your body, mind, heart, and soul!

Click the article title to find out what programs will be offered at Francis House of Prayer, and the Marionist Family Retreat Center.

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During January, 119.5 hours of service were provided by 35 volunteers to 32 persons. Caring Hearts volunteers provide non-medical services to our homebound elderly and disabled neighbors. If you would like more information on joining this satisfying ministry, either as a caregiver or a care receiver, please call Anne at 586-6596.

This weekend is the kickoff for celebrating National Marriage Week (Feb. 7-14) and concluding on World Marriage Day (Sunday, Feb.14). The theme for 2021’s celebration of National Marriage Week. Click the article title to find more information on the events and activities in our parish and our diocese.