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ANNUAL CORPUS CHRISTI FOOD COLLECTION FOR THE POOR
Over the past twelve years, the Corpus Christi Food Drive has been a beacon of hope, uniting communities to support those in need. Bishop Sweeney has sanctioned a Diocesan-wide food collection in all parishes and agencies on the Feast of Corpus Christi, Saturday and Sunday, June 21st & 22nd. Our parish is being asked to provide canned soup (any variety) and/or toilet paper. Monetary donations will also be accepted and can be made online at www.ccpaterson.org/corpus. Please mark your calendars and join our parish in this important event.
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CORPUS CHRISTI PROCESSIONS JUNE 21ST & 22ND
We joyfully invite all parishioners to celebrate the Solemnity of Corpus Christi on the weekend of June 21st and 22nd. In honor of the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist, we will hold a Eucharistic Procession after each Mass, weather permitting, outside around the church.
The Mass Schedule will be adjusted as follows:
• Saturday, June 21st at 5:30 PM
• Sunday, June 22nd at 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:00 PMCome and join us in this beautiful expression of our faith and devotion to the Blessed Sacrament. All are welcome!
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2026 MASS BOOK IS NOW OPEN
Our 2026 Mass Book is now open! If you have special intentions or dates that are meaningful to you and your family, we encourage you to email, call, or stop by the parish office to schedule your Masses. Don’t wait — secure your preferred dates early!
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CHRISTIAN SERVICE COMMITTEE
The Christian Service Committee will collect backpacks and art supplies for two programs sponsored by the Father English Center.
❖ The Friendship Program is seeking unisex backpacks for graduating preschoolers that can be utilized in kindergarten. Neutral designs, fun patterns, animals or character-free designs that are not overly themed toward one gender are suggested.
❖ The Youth Risk Reduction Program needs arts & craft supplies for boys and girls, ages 11 – 17. Suggested ideas include canvases, acrylic paints, brushes, jewelry & bracelet making kits, sand art, plastic mason jars, picture frames, sketch pads, colored pencils, model car/airplane kits, and wooden painting crafts.This collection will take place each weekend in June, concluding on Father’s Day, June 15th. A collection box will be provided in the rear of the church for drop-off items. As always, thank you for your continued generosity and support!
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SAVE THE DATE! SIGHT & SOUND TRIP
We’re planning a trip to Sight & Sound Theatre to see "Noah" on Thursday, October 2, 2025, for the 3:00 PM show. The cost is $140 per person, which includes:
• Ticket to Sight & Sound
• Round-trip bus transportation
• Lunch at The Manor BuffetSign-ups will begin the weekend of May 3rd & 4th.
Tickets will also be available for purchase in the Parish Office. Mark your calendar—you won’t want to miss this amazing experience! -
VISITING THE SICK AND SHUT-INS
If you have a family member who is unable to attend Mass and would like to receive Holy Communion on a regular basis, we are here to help. Please contact Sr. Ellen at 973.696.4411 x4 to make arrangements for a visit and to ensure they can remain spiritually connected to our parish community.
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS NEWS
If you are a Catholic man wishing to join this Council focused on Charity, Unity and Fraternity, scan the QR code and note preferred local Council 5486. Members support the work of the parish and the community and sustain other charitable efforts.
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FR. ENGLISH FOOD PANTRY
The Father English Food Pantry is always in need of nonperishable food items, i.e., pasta, peanut butter, tuna fish, canned chicken, spam, canned soups, cereal, rice, beans, etc.
Please place your food in the box in the back of the church marked for Fr. English Food Pantry. Your donations are greatly appreciated. -
PARISH EMAIL LIST
If you would like to be added to the parish email list to receive notifications of funerals and parish events, please email us at stjoelp@optonline.net and let us know that you would like to be placed on our list. This is an innovative way to stay informed about events within the parish. Thank you.