Welcome to Holy Spirit Roman Catholic Church
Join Us for Adoration for Vocations
Dear Friends,
we invite you to participate in the Second Annual Adoration for Vocations hosted by the Archdiocese of Newark. This special Hour of Adoration will take place in churches throughout the Archdiocese, including Holy Spirit Church. Join us on Friday, May 15, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM as we come together in prayer for vocations. Your presence and prayers are vital in supporting those called to serve.
God bless you,
The Beyond Baptism Team
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!
Parish Events & Reflections
Message from the Pew
We pause as a parish family to celebrate something truly sacred, the gift of life and motherhood.
On this Mother’s Day, we honor not only our Mothers, but also our Grandmothers, Great-Grandmothers, and even Great-Great-Grandmothers, the strong and faithful women whose love, sacrifices, and prayers have shaped our families and our Church.
In the Catholic tradition, motherhood is more than a role, it is a vocation. It is a reflection of God’s own love which is patient, nurturing, forgiving, and enduring. We are reminded of this most beautifully through our Blessed Mother, Mary, who said “yes” to God with complete trust and gave the world its Savior.
Scripture reminds us of the beauty and strength of a mother’s love: “She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come.” (Proverbs 31:25) These words speak not only to the respect we owe our mothers, but to the deep value God places on family and generational love.
Today, we give thanks for the mothers who are with us, and we remember those who have gone before us, whose faith planted the seeds that continue to grow in our lives today. Their legacy lives on in the lessons they taught us, the values they instilled in us, and the love they shared so freely.
To all mothers, whether you are raising children, guiding grandchildren, or serving as a spiritual mother to others, your presence is a blessing to this Church and to the world.
May God continue to bless you with strength, peace, and joy. And may we, as a community, always support and honor you, not just today, but every day.
Happy Mother’s Day!!!
Joe Marateo
Joe Marateo
Update on Offertory Envelopes
We want to inform our parishioners that the delay in receiving your weekly offertory envelopes has extended into another month. This is due to ongoing equipment issues and other production delays. Please rest assured that our printing partner, Cathedral, is working diligently, including extended shifts and weekends, to resolve these issues and restore our normal delivery schedule as quickly as possible.
Why is there a delay?
The delay is primarily due to equipment issues at the printing company, which have affected their production timeline.What is being done to fix it?
The Cathedral team is working hard, including extended hours and weekends, to catch up on production and ensure timely delivery moving forward.When can we expect the envelopes?
While we cannot provide an exact date, we are hopeful that the situation will improve soon. We appreciate your patience during this time.How can I contribute in the meantime?
You can continue to support our church through online giving or by placing your contributions in the collection basket during services.Who can I contact for more information?
For any questions or concerns, please reach out to our church office. We are here to help you.
Thank You for Your Understanding
We appreciate your continued support and understanding as we navigate this delay. Your contributions are vital to our community, and we are committed to keeping you informed.
Fraudulent Messages
Dear Parishioners,
Please be aware of fraudulent messages being sent that falsely claim to be from me. One such message is coming from the email address reverendbox05@gmail.com and includes spiritual language followed by a request for a “confidential errand.”
This is not from me.
Please note: I will never ask you via email or text to handle errands, send money, purchase gift cards, or respond urgently in a confidential manner.
If you receive such a message, please do not respond and delete it. When in doubt, contact the parish office to verify.
Thank you for your vigilance and care.
Yours in Christ,
Fr. Kris
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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
