2026 Annual Appeal
From the Archdiocesan Shrine of St. John Paul II (131 E. Edgar Road Linden) to The Cathedral Basilica of Sacred Heart of Jesus (89 Ridge Street Newark)
For more information & to register - 10 Miles with Jesus
Subject: Holy Trinity Women's Cornerstone Retreat 2026
Greetings from Holy Trinity Parish. If possible, could you please help spread the word about this wonderful event by including an announcement in your bulletin.
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The Holy Trinity Women’s Retreat is taking place on Saturday, April 11. Spend the day in a joyful, welcoming space filled with uplifting moments, meaningful connections, and time to simply breathe. Enjoy fun and thoughtful activities, nourishing and delicious food, and conversations that inspire and encourage. We hope you will join us on this journey of connection, reflection, and transformation.
Space is limited, so we encourage you to register soon.
Register here: https://holytrinityretreat.com/
Your Help is Needed to Save the Life of a 15 year-old Boy!
A 15 year-old boy named Max began 9th grade this year and is critically ill. He desperately needs to find a bone marrow match to save his life. Max loves tennis and music. He is a talented pianist and composes his own scores. We are sharing some information about joining a bone marrow registry.
Apparently, the chances of finding a match are highly correlated to one’s ethnic background - for Max that means anyone with Caribbean or South American roots, between the ages of 17 and 35. Completing the swab to see if you are a match takes only a few minutes. If you are hesitant due to fears of government, in the address section you could put the parish address (2032 Westfield Avenue, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076). “Gift of Life” is fine with this. They will contact people if they are a match via phone or email.
A single person will ultimately be the difference between life and death for Max.
Let’s pray that a match is found soon.
Here is Max’s page:
https://www.giftoflife.org/dc/SwabforM
The Archdiocese of Newark is launching a new pastoral initiative, We Are His Witnesses, to inspire all Catholics to embrace their baptismal call as missionary disciples who share Christ’s love, truth, and hope with the world. To deepen your understanding and join this journey of faith, please continue reading. For more information click on the image or Visit https://rcan.org/we-are-his-witnesses/ .
Couples celebrating their 5th, 25th, 50th, or 60+ Catholic wedding anniversary are invited to an Anniversary Mass, Sunday May 3rd at 3:00 p.m., at the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark. The celebrant for the Liturgy will be Cardinal Tobin.
The deadline to register is April 14, 2026
To register - Anniversary Mass Registration
Information and Registration for all Mount Saint Mary House of Prayer offerings can be found
on our website: www.msmhope.org. Call us at 908-753-2091 or email us
at msmhope@msmhope.org.
Registration for all offerings is required 10 days in advance to avoid the program being
cancelled. You can register and pay for any program at www.msmhope.org.
Upcoming programs offered by Mount St. Mary House of Prayer in Watchung
Information and Registration for all Mount Saint Mary House of Prayer offerings can be found
on our website: www.msmhope.org. Call us at 908-753-2091 or email us
March
Tuesday, March 31 from 7-8:30pm
MAN TO MAN Men have unique roles in life…husbands, fathers, grandfathers, the single life, and religious life. We’re pushed and pulled in a thousand directions by responsibilities, stress, loss, and by joys. Where can we find time to reflect on the loss and gain of our lives? For all men—young, old, and in between. Join our group over coffee or tea for life affirming discussions and prayer to find God in our lives and to make a difference in our own worlds. Hybrid.
Wednesday, April 1 from 2-3pm
HOUSE OF PRAYER STITCHERS OF HOPE Join us as we stitch for hope and create blankets, hats, and more for our partners helping cancer patients, veterans, and young mothers with babies: Carol G. Simon Cancer Center, Lyons VA, and The Center for Great Expectations. This is a great way to use your creativity to help others in need and where our stitches are filled with hope and prayer. Freewill offering. Hybrid
Thursday, April 2 from 9:30-3pm Holy Thursday
SACRED TIME, SACRED SPACE A personal, quiet day to enjoy God’s presence. The day begins with communal prayer. Bring a bag lunch. In Person Program.
Friday, April 3 from 9:30-2:30pm Good Friday
SACRED TIME, SACRED SPACE A personal, quiet day to enjoy God’s presence. The day begins with communal prayer. Bring a bag lunch. In Person Program.
Tuesday, April 7 from 7-9pm
COME HAVE BREAKFAST: MEDITATIONS ON GOD AND THE EARTH presented by Elizabeth A. Johnson, SSJ. In this program we will engage in a lively conversation about loving the Earth and all its creatures as an integral part of loving God and our neighbor. What suffering brings this subject forth at this time? How does it expand our understanding of God the ongoing Creator, of Jesus’ deep incarnation, and of our own identity as human beings on a small, beautiful planet? What ethical path results? New vistas for living a vibrant spirituality of mercy and justice await. Hybrid.
Thursday, April 9 from 3-4pm
VIRTUAL COMFORTABLE CUP OF TEA Join us on Zoom for an hour of prayer, Lectio Divina, conversation, and small group sharing.
Friday, April 10 from 10-11:30am
SPIRITUAL AWAKENINGS VIDEO CLUB There are many great spiritual masters of our time. Richard Rohr, OFM and others have works that have touched millions of God-seekers. Join this monthly video club and share your insights and prayerful responses to the works of Fr. Rohr, OFM and others. Hybrid.
Monday, April 13 from 7-7:30pm
VIRTUAL PRAYER FOR PEACE Join us on Zoom for 30 minutes of contemplative prayer as we pray for peace.
Tuesday, April 14 from 2-3pm
HOUSE OF PRAYER STITCHERS OF HOPE Join us as we stitch for hope and create blankets, hats, and more for our partners helping cancer patients, veterans, and young mothers with babies: Carol G. Simon Cancer Center, Lyons VA, and The Center for Great Expectations. This is a great way to use your creativity to help others in need and where our stitches are filled with hope and prayer. Freewill offering. Hybrid.
Friday, April 17-19 from 2-3pm
SILENT DIRECTED WEEKEND RETREATS An atmosphere of prayerful quiet. An experience of personal prayer based on scripture. Daily spiritual direction. Both the House of Prayer and the grounds are available as you journey in and with God. Begins with light supper on Friday evening at 6pm and ends by 1pm on Sunday. In Person Program.
Wednesday, April 22 from 7-9pm
THE “CANTICLE OF THE CREATURES,” A VISUAL PRAYER FOR EARTH DAY presented by Linda Vonderschmidt-LaStella. Who better to spend time with on Earth Day, than the Patron Saint of Ecology, the beloved St. Francis of Assisi. His “Canticle of the Creatures” invites us to consider with fresh eyes the whole of the world in which we live. In this time of reflection together, artist Linda Vonderschmidt-LaStella will share her 40-year spiritual journey praying with the Canticle, embodying those prayers in ceramic sculpture, and recognizing how closely Francis’ prayer-poem is linked to the spirituality of our indigenous brothers and sisters. Hybrid.
Tuesday, April 28 from 7-8:30pm
MAN TO MAN Men have unique roles in life…husbands, fathers, grandfathers, the single life, and religious life. We’re pushed and pulled in a thousand directions by responsibilities, stress, loss, and by joys. Where can we find time to reflect on the loss and gain of our lives? For all men—young, old, and in between. Join our group over coffee or tea for life affirming discussions and prayer to find God in our lives and to make a difference in our own worlds. Hybrid.
Wednesday, April 29 from 7-9pm
9th ANNUAL INTERFAITH PANEL: PROPHETIC HOPE CONFRONTS RACIAL INJUSTICE – A RELIGIOUS LEADERSHIP PERSPECTIVE. Join us for an inspiring discussion with representatives from the Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Hindu, and Buddhist traditions. The panel will be facilitated by Fr. Anthony Randazzo. Hybrid