Mass for the Consecration of the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
As part of the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. bishops will consecrate the United States of America to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Join us in prayer and unity with Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R., on Friday, June 12, at 7:30 p.m. at the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark, N.J. All are invited to a special Thanksgiving Mass celebrating the Consecration of the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Holy Spirit Parish will have a solemn Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and prayer of consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus after 8:30 a.m. Mass on Friday, June 12.
Welcome to Holy Spirit Roman Catholic Church
Mass Times
Weekend
Saturday Vigil: 5:30 PM (For Sunday Obligation)
Sunday: 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 7:00 PM
Weekday
Monday–Saturday: 8:30 AM
Holy Days: As announced
Confession Times
Monday–Friday: 8:00–8:20 AM
Saturday: 8:00–8:20 AM & 4:00–5:15 PM
Eucharist Adoration & Devotions
First Friday
of the month to the Sacred Heart of Jesus at 9:00 am (after 8:30 am morning Mass)
First Saturday
of the month to the Immaculate Heart of Mary at 9:00 am (after 8:30 am morning Mass)
Divine Mercy Chaplet
on the third Sunday of the month at 3:00 pm
Novena to BVM and St. Jude
September - June: Every Monday after 8:30 am Mass
Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help
on the Third Wednesday of the month at 9:00 am (after 8:30 am morning Mass)
We’d love to welcome you more fully into our parish family! If you recently moved or have been attending and feel at home here, we invite you to register as a parishioner of Holy Spirit R.C. Church. Registration forms are available in the parish office, or when you click here or the button above.
Welcome home!
Celebrating 60 Years of Faith and Community
Join Us in Supporting Our Growing Parish
This year, Holy Spirit Parish proudly marks the 60th anniversary of our beloved church building. Picture the dedication and unity of our founding parishioners who came together to create this sacred space through their hard work and commitment.
Today, as our parish family continues to flourish, we face new challenges that require your support.
With rising costs for insurance, utilities, and maintenance, including our cherished 60-year-old pipe organ, we need your help more than ever. Father Kris and the Finance Committee are dedicated to sustaining our mission, but we cannot do it without your generosity. If you are not yet a registered parishioner, we invite you to join our Holy Spirit family. Registration is simple and ensures your contributions are recognized and recorded.
We also encourage you to consider increasing your weekly offering. Even a small increase can have a significant impact on our ability to provide essential services and outreach. Remember, our parish relies entirely on your support, as we do not receive financial assistance from the Archdiocese of Newark. Your contributions help us maintain our worship, ministries, and the care of our parish home.
Thank you for your generosity and support,
Members of the Finance Committee
MESSAGE FROM THE PEW
Why Do We Love the American Flag?
Every year on June 14th, we celebrate Flag Day, honoring the Stars and Stripes that have become a symbol of our nation's history, sacrifices, freedoms, and hopes. But have you ever stopped to ask yourself: Why do we love the American Flag?
The American Flag first became our national symbol 249 years ago on June 14, 1777, when the Continental Congress adopted a resolution establishing a flag with thirteen stripes and thirteen stars representing the original colonies. Through wars, triumphs, struggles, and celebrations, the flag has remained a visible reminder of the ideals upon which our nation was founded on, liberty, justice, and unity.
For many Americans, the flag represents the courage of those who fought to defend our freedoms. It reminds us of the men and women who have served in our armed forces, first responders who protect our communities, and countless citizens who have worked to make our nation stronger and better.
As Catholics, we honor the American Flag not as an object of worship, but as a symbol of gratitude for the blessings God has given our country. Our faith teaches us to be responsible citizens, to pray for our leaders, and to work for the common good. The Church encourages us to love our country while always remembering that our ultimate citizenship is in Heaven.
The American Flag and our Catholic faith share several important values. Both call us to respect the dignity of every human person, to care for those in need, and to seek justice and peace. The freedoms represented by our flag allow us to gather openly for Mass, proclaim the Gospel, and live our faith without fear.
Scripture reminds us of our responsibilities as citizens: "Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord." Psalm 33:12 and Saint Paul writes: "Let every person be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except from God." Romans 13:1
These verses remind us to pray for our nation, its leaders, and all those who serve our communities. This Flag Day, take a moment to look at Old Glory waving in the breeze. Remember the generations who sacrificed to preserve the freedoms we enjoy today. Give thanks for the opportunity to worship freely, serve others, and live our faith openly.
Most importantly, offer a prayer for our country: That God may continue to bless America, guide our leaders with wisdom, protect those who serve, and help us remain one nation under God.
As we celebrate Flag Day, may we remember not only why we love the American Flag, but also the values it represents in faith, freedom, sacrifice, and hope for generations yet to come.
God Bless America, and God Bless All Who Serve Her.
Joe Marateo
Parish Events & Reflections
Dear Friends,
Celebrate the Spirit: Join Us for Pentecost and Corpus Christi!
What a wonderful and special time we are in the Liturgical Year. Alleluia has been our song as we continue through the Easter season. Last week we celebrated the Ascension of the Lord and this weekend we celebrate Pentecost! The birthday of the Church, let us beg the Lord that the gifts of the Holy Spirit be awakened in our Church Community. Come to Mass this weekend to celebrate our Parish Feast, Pentecost.
Please try to join us for our Come to the Table evenings leading up to the Feast of Corpus Christi. Next Thursday, May 28th, we will gather to hear about the beginnings of the Feast of Corpus Christi, and the gift offered to each of us through the Eucharist; Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity of Jesus Christ. Doors will open at 6:30pm, we will have some refreshments of coffee and some sweets.
On June 4th, our next evening and the traditional Feast of Corpus Christi we pray that you again are able to gather with us. The doors will again open at 6:30 pm, We will begin with a pot-luck dinner to lead us into a sharing of the riches offered to us in the meal that matters most, the Eucharist. We will end this evening with some time in Adoration before the Blessed Sacrament . Truly, we pray that you can join us as well as invite a friend or two.
In planning for our pot-luck dinner on June 4th, would you be willing to donate something for our dinner. So many have offered great food items in the past and we hope you are able to do so again. Please pray about the many gifts and talents with which God has given and blessed you. Can you share them at our table?
Sunday, June 7th, the Feast of Corpus Christi. Please join in our Corpus Christi Procession. The procession will take place following the 12:00pm Mass in our parking lot. You can certainly attend whichever Mass that you choose. We do invite you to come back for the prayer and procession following the 12:00pm Mass. Let the community and the public know of our devotion to, and the graces received through the gift of the Eucharist.
We welcome you to be a part of one, two, or all three of these dates leading up to the Corpus Christi Procession. We do ask you to let us know if you are coming to the May 28th or the June 4th evenings as we will want to be ready to welcome you. If you have any questions, or to RSVP, please respond here to the email, or call the Religious Education Office at 908-964-7533.
God bless you,
The Beyond Baptism Team
A Complete Guide to Pope Leo’s First Encyclical: Magnifica Humanitas
Everything You Need to Know About Magnifica Humanitas
Pope Leo XIV’s first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas (“Magnificent Humanity”), addresses one of the defining questions of our age: how to safeguard human dignity in the era of artificial intelligence. Signed on May 15, 2026, and released on May 25, 2026, the document explores technology, human identity, work, truth, and the Christian vision of authentic humanity. The
Ascension edition
of Magnifica Humanitas will feature a foreword by Harvard professor and bestselling author, Arthur C. Brooks, PhD, and an afterword by Bible in a Year host Fr. Mike Schmitz.
This article provides a comprehensive overview of the key points and themes of Magnifica Humanitas.
Introducing SUNRISE: A Continuation of Healing
Join Us for SUNRISE
Monthly Meetings
No Cost to Attend
Participation in SUNRISE is free. We simply ask that you register in advance to ensure a welcoming environment for all.
We do request that you register for the sessions by email at holyspiritreo@gmail.com or by calling Holy Spirit at 908-964-7533.
Your Journey Matters
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Our Mission
As the People of God, entrusted with the sacred deposit of faith and guided by the Holy Spirit, we, the faithful of Holy Spirit Parish, solemnly declare our commitment to:
The Eucharist as the Source and Summit of our Lives
The Eucharist as the Source and Summit of Our Lives
Recognizing the Holy Eucharist as the heart of our faith, we dedicate ourselves to reverent worship, fervent prayer,
and a deepening of our shared faith, striving for holiness and union with Christ.
Faithful Stewardship of God’s Gifts
We acknowledge that all we have is a gift from Almighty God. Therefore, we pledge to cultivate and use our Godgiven talents in service to His Church, that Christ may be ever more present in our families, our parish, and the world.
A Community Rooted in Charity and Truth
A Community Rooted in Charity and Truth
Inspired by the love of Christ, we strive to be a parish that upholds the dignity of every human person, fostering an
environment of true Christian charity, while remaining steadfast in the unchanging truths of the Catholic faith.
Catechesis and Formation in the One True Faith
We are committed to the authentic formation of all parishioners, ensuring that our faith is passed down in its fullness, without compromise, to future generations.
Living the Gospel in Word and Deed
Following the example of Our Lord, we seek to serve those in need, upholding the Church’s mission to bring the truth
of the Gospel to all souls, particularly those who are suffering, lost, or in need of God’s mercy.
Fully Aware of our Dependence on Divine Grace
We entrust ourselves to the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary and invoke our Patron, the Holy Spirit, to guide us in fidelity to Christ and His Holy Church, that we may truly become a People of God.
New Visitors
New to the area or visiting our parish for the first time?
We would love to welcome you more fully into our parish family and our church. If you have recently moved or have been attending and feel at home here, we invite you to register as a parishioner of Holy Spirit R.C. Church.
Join us for Mass, learn more about our parish, and register using the link below. Registration forms are also available in the parish office, or by clicking here or the button below.
Welcome home!
This Week's Gospel
