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Community Events
Seasons
Upcoming events at the First Presbyterian Church of Cranford, 11 Springfield Ave in Cranford, NJ.
SEASONS is a non-denominational group of individuals who have lost a partner and are interested in discussing various ideas and topics which may
be useful in moving ahead. We welcome everyone to participate in our activities. For information, contact Bob Laudati 908-322-7762 rdlaudati@aol.com, or Lorraine at 908-418-8602.
Thursday, February 13, 7pm: Carol Thee from Cranford Presbyterian will lead our discussion on Love, A Valentine Theme.
Thursday, February 27, 7pm: tonight is Comedy Night…listen to some funny stories, and feel free to bring your own.
Pancake and Sausage Breakfast
Msgr. Joseph F. Loreti K of C Council 3240 of Assumption Church is hosting a Pancake Breakfast a to help Seminarian David Watchorn.
Msgr. Joseph F. Loreti K of C Council 3240 of Assumption Church is hosting a Pancake Breakfast a to help Seminarian David Watchorn.
Date: Sunday, March 9th, 2025
Time: 8am - Noon
Place: Church of the Assumption - basement
113 Coolidge Pl, Roselle Park
$12 includes: Pancakes, Sausage, Coffee, Tea, Juice.
Tickets sold at the door only.
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
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
CALENDAR RAFFLE
Tickets for a Calendar Raffle to benefit Mount St. Mary House of Prayer, Watchung, are on sale now by calling 908-753-2091. Tickets are $20 for 13 chances to win from December, 2024 through February, 2025. Prizes range from $300 to $400. The last day to purchase tickets is November 29. Proceeds benefit the ministry of the House of Prayer, which depends on the generosity of its benefactors. The Sisters are most grateful for your support.
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.
Friday, February 7—9
WE STAND UPRIGHT TO GLORIFY GOD: THE HEALING MINISTRY OF JESUS
TOWARD, WITH, AND FOR WOMEN, presented by Sr. Nancy Y. Sheridan, SASV
Come away to ponder, pray and celebrate the myriad moments in the Christian Scriptures when Jesus reached out to heal women. As we celebrate these healings may we experience deeper healing in our own lives, and may we sense Jesus’ healing touch upon us and those whom we love.
Begin with dinner Fri at 5:30; end at 1pm on Sunday. Overnight, Commuter and Virtual Options.
Sr. Nancy is a spiritual director, retreat director, and supervisor in New England, New York, Canada, Ireland, and Wales.
Overnight $250; Commuter $200; Virtual $150.
Monday, February 10 from 9am-3pm
Volunteer Mailing Day
Come help us prepare our next mailing. Lunch is provided, so let us know you are coming. In Person activity.
Thursday, February 13 from 3-4pm
VIRTUAL COMFORTABLE CUP OF TEA 102
Join us on Zoom for an hour of lectio divina, prayer, conversation and small group sharing.
Freewill offering
Friday, February 14 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 and others. In Person and Zoom.
$20-$30 as you are able
Wednesday, February 19 from 9:30am-3pm
SACRED TIME, SACRED SPACE
A personal, quiet day to enjoy God’s presence. Day begins with communal prayer. Bring a bag lunch. In Person Program.
$20-$30 as you are able
Tuesday, February 25 from 9:30-11am
WOMAN TO WOMAN
Women have unique roles in life…wives, mothers, grandmothers, the single life and religious life…We’re pushed and pulled in a thousand directions by responsibilities, stress, loss and joys. Join us as we share heartfelt conversation and prayer to support and empower one another. For all women—young, old and in between. In Person Program.
Freewill offering
Tuesday, February 25 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.
In Person and Zoom.
Freewill offering
Friday, March 28—30
WE STAND UPRIGHT TO GLORIFY GOD: THE HEALING MINISTRY OF JESUS TOWARD, WITH, AND FOR WOMEN
presented by Sr. Nancy Y. Sheridan, SASV
Come away to ponder, pray and celebrate the myriad moments in the Christian Scriptures when Jesus reached out to heal women. As we celebrate these healings may we experience deeper healing in our own lives, and may we sense Jesus’ healing touch upon us and those whom we love.
Begin with dinner Fri at 5:30; end at 1pm on Sunday. Overnight, Commuter and Virtual Options.
Sr. Nancy is a spiritual director, retreat director, and supervisor in New England, New York,
Canada, Ireland, and Wales.
Overnight $250; Commuter $200; Virtual $150.
St. Joseph By the Sea
400 Route 35 North
South Mantoloking, NJ 08738
732-892-8494
March 5, 2025 – ASH WEDNESDAY RETREAT - Ever wish you could receive more out of Lent? Explore the three pillars of
Lent: prayer, fasting and alms giving as we carve out our Lenten plans. Lunch and Eucharistic Liturgy with distribution of ashes
included. Arrival: 9:00 a.m./Departure: 2:30 p.m. (Presenter: Janice Santanello, M.Th., CLEM, CSG, CPC) Cost: $6
March 19, 2025 – HONORING ST. JOSEPH THE WORKER - In honor of our patron St. Joseph, the staff cordially invites you
to join us at Eucharistic Liturgy as we celebrate this special day. We will pray for peace and healing for ourselves and for our
world. Please call to register by March 15. SPACE WILL BE LIMITED TO 40 PEOPLE. Refreshments and Blessed Bread
after the program. Arrival: 10:30 a.m. Mass: 11:00 a.m./Departure: 1:00 p.m. (Presenters: Staff) Donation
March 21-23, 2025 – SELF CARE FOR AA WOMEN - Take time to be still and know God loves you. Rest, read and take
walks on the beach and bayside. Yoga, meditation and massage will be available. Eucharistic Liturgy included. No Supper on
Friday. Arrival: 5:00-6:00 p.m./Departure: 12:00 p.m. (Presenters: Sr. Brunilda Ramos, MPF, CSAC, NCAPS-II & Avita
Kennedy, RYT) Cost: $400
March 27, 2025 - LENTEN SAINTS TO CELEBRATE! - Saint Joseph and Saint Patrick are familiar but did you know their
female counterparts: Mother Cabrini and Brigid of Ireland? Come celebrate these wonderful men and women of faith to
continue our Lenten journey with joy! Lunch and Eucharistic Liturgy included. Arrival: 9:00 a.m./Departure: 2:30 p.m.
(Presenter: Janice Santanello, M.Th., CLEM, CSG, CPC) Cost: $65
May 2-4, 2025 - RESTORE AND RENEW - Relax and renew at the beautiful St. Joseph by the Sea retreat house at the
Jersey shore. The weekend is the ideal getaway from a busy life. The program consists of daily gentle yoga, meditation, walks
on the beach, fellowship and breath work. You will leave refreshed and better prepared to share your best self with your family
and community. Massage therapy will be available. Eucharistic Liturgy included. No Supper on Friday. Arrival: 5:00-6:00
p.m./Departure: 10:30 a.m. (Presenter: Avita Kennedy, RYT) Cost: $400
May 13, 2025 - PRAYING WITH IMAGES OF GOD IN SEA, SKY, EARTH AND WIND - Take full advantage of all our retreat
house has to offer. Bask in the sensual experience of being at the shore with some guidance in reflecting upon the beauty of
all God has bestowed upon us. Lunch and Eucharistic Liturgy included. Arrival: 9:00 a.m./ Departure: 2:30p.m.
(Presenter: Janice Santanello, M.Th., CLEM, CSG, CPC) Cost: $65