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 Are His Witnesses
Update from Cardinal Tobin, June 12, 2026
On this Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, we reflect on the profound love Christ has for us and our mission to share that love. As we embrace the next phase of the We Are His Witnesses initiative, let us come together as a community, fostering collaboration among parishes to strengthen our outreach and evangelization efforts. Your voices have been heard, and together, we will respond to the call to serve and grow in faith.
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
Jesus, the Goalkeeper of Our Faith
As the world enjoys the excitement of the FIFA World Cup, I couldn't help but wonder:
Would Jesus make a great goalie?
Of course, if Jesus were playing in a friendly, imaginative conversation, people of faith might joke that He would be an excellent goalie because He always knows what's coming and cares deeply for His team. But the deeper lesson is not about athletic ability, it's about His love, protection, and presence in our lives.
A soccer goalkeeper watches the field, protects the goal, and helps the team stay focused. In a much greater way, Jesus watches over us, guides us, and helps us when we face challenges. He sees the whole field of our lives, our victories, our disappointments, our daily struggles, and the opportunities we have, and He is always there to lead us forward.
In soccer, every player has a role to play. No team wins a championship without participation, teamwork, sacrifice, and trust. The same is true in our catholic faith. Each of us has been given gifts and talents to share. We are not called to sit on the sidelines but to be active participants in the life of the Church.
A soccer team depends on every player doing their part, the Church depends on each member contributing their gifts to build up the Body of Christ. As Christians, we are called to persevere in faith, prayer, and service just as athletes train and persevere to reach their goals.
"Do you not know that the runners in the stadium all run in the race? Run so as to win." (1 Corinthians 9:24)
Every soccer player dreams of winning the World Cup. As Catholics, we are called to pursue an even greater victory, the life centered on Christ that leads us to the eternal joy of heaven. As you watch the World Cup and cheer for your favorite team, remember that Jesus is always with us. He guides us, protects us, and encourages us to stay focused on what truly matters. And unlike any goalkeeper the world has ever known, His love never misses a save.
If we were to imagine Jesus stepping onto the soccer field, His jersey number would surely be #1, not because He seeks glory for Himself, but because He is first in our hearts and the One we can always count on. Through every victory and every setback, He remains our greatest coach, protector, and guide on the journey of faith.
GO USA!
Joe Marateo
Parish Events & Reflections
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
Check out our Calendar to see more events!
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.
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This Week's Gospel
