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Click here to see some upcoming programs offered at the Marianist Family Retreat Center in Cape May Point and at the Francis House of Prayer in Allentown.

Starting the weekend of November 26 - 27, the Church will be celebrating the season of Advent. Our parish will return to its tradition of inviting families to carry the lighted Advent candle in procession at the beginning of each weekend Mass. If your family is interested in participating in this special tradition, please arrive at church 20 minutes before Mass starts and let the deacon know that you are interested in carrying in the Advent candle.

If you miss the free concert at St. Anthony of Padua on December 2, you can go to the concert on December 4, at St. Joseph Church in Toms River.

Christmas is coming! We are publishing our Christmastide Schedule in advance, reminding everyone that although the faithful have an obligation to assist at Mass, those who are not feeling well should remain at home, and take advantage of the various live-streamed and televised options for Mass.

The Church of St. Anthony of Padua presents George Frederic Handel's Messiah, Part One on Friday, December 2, 2022 at 7:30 PM. Click here for more information.

Throughout the Advent Season, the image of Our Lady of Guadalupe will be displayed within our churches. Click here for more information on Our Lady of Guadalupe.

The Rosary Altar Society is holding its Annual Christmas Wreath Sale, which proceeds benefit OLS School. Click here for details.

We are pleased to publish our extended Christmas Eve/Day Schedule in advance, reminding everyone that the COVID restrictions remain in place that limit the number of people allowed in church. Click the article title for more information and a link to the schedule.

How we shall manage Advent Confessions and the celebration of Masses during Christmastide is a challenge that is being taken up by the Bishop’s COVID-19 Taskforce. Guidance will soon be provided to the pastors as they look toward that busy time!

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.

Jesus is coming! Gather with your fellow parishioners after the 11 am Mass on Sunday, December 22, to help decorate Our Lady of Sorrows Church for his arrival.

A calendar makes a great gift, as it keeps on giving all year long! You can purchase a calendar at the Parish Office. Click the article title for details.

All are invited to attend the NJ Knights of Columbus Blessing of the Nativity on Saturday, Dec. 14, 10:00 AM on the NJ State Capitol Grounds, at the State House. Dress for the weather! Click the article title for details.

The Saint Ann Youth Choir will present their annual Christmas Concert on Sunday, December 15, beginning at 3:00 pm in the Church of Saint Ann. The concert is free and open to the public. Please join us for the concert and a reception following it in the Pope John Paul Community Room.

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 this weekend (December 7-8) 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.

Starting the weekend of November 30 - December 1, the Church will be celebrating the season of Advent, a time to anticipate the birth of Christ, the Light of the World. Our parish will continue its tradition of inviting families to carry the lighted Advent candle in procession at the beginning of each weekend Mass. For more information, click the article title.

Join in our diocesan celebration honoring Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas and of the Unborn. A great procession will take place on Saturday, December 7. A Festive Mass will be offered at the Cathedral of St. Mary at noon by His Excellency, Bishop David O’Connell. Click the article title for more information about the route and bus stops!

A Christmas Carol Festival will be held at 7 pm on Thursday, December 5, at The Church of St. David the King (1 New Village Road, Princeton Junction). Sing traditional Christmas carols followed by delicious homemade Christmas cookies and desserts, wassail, and coffee. All are welcome and there is no cost.

Trenton Catholic Academy presents Fr. Alphonse & The Orchestra of St. Peter by the Sea Christmas Concert on Thursday, December 19, 7:30 pm at Immaculate Conception Church, Trenton (Our Lady of the Angels Parish). Click the article title for ticket information.

Welcome the holiday season with the elegance and grace of Father Alphonse Stevenson conducting the renowned Orchestra of St. Peter by the Sea on Friday, December 13, at 7:30 pm at St. Dominic's Church, in Brick, NJ. Click the article title for more information.