The Church of Saint James

The Joy of Attending Holy Mass on the Weekends

My dear families:

This is the time of year when activities for the youngsters gear up and many organizations, sports, dance, socials, etc., have major and minor events on Sunday mornings. As Catholics it is our obligation to attend Holy Mass on Sundays and Holydays of Obligation. Since the Vatican Council II, the Church has made it easier for Catholics to fulfill their Sunday obligation by offering a Saturday evening Vigil Mass which 'counts' for our Sunday obligation. The Church of Saint James offers the Saturday Vigil Holy Mass at 5:30 pm.

So, families, remember that offering your children every opportunity to participate in extracurricular activities is admirable, but please keep the obligation of attending Holy Mass as a family a priority on your schedule to receive the Sacramental graces from the Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity of Jesus, which flow abundantly from the Eucharist. 

Best,
Monsignor Cronin

Sunday, October 24, 2021
9:00 AM in person or livestreamed
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In person Masses:
5:30 pm vigil, 7:30 am, 9:00 am, 10:30 am and 12:00 noon in the church

Hymns for Vigil Mass - October 23
Hymns for Sunday Masses - October 24

The Sacrament of Penance will be available Saturdays at 8:30 am in the chapel,
and on Saturdays from 4-5 pm in the church.
The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick is available by calling (908-766-0888, ext. 8).

Be assured of our prayers for you.

Monsignor Sylvester Cronin
 Father Greg Zannetti
Monsignor Bill Fadrowski
 

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