Welcome to Holy Spirit Roman Catholic Church
Called by Name
Sunday, April 26
Cardinal Tobin is asking us to identify faithful young men (ages 15-35) who exhibit a love of God and neighbor, and who may be open to learning more about the priesthood. To submit names, please visit newarkpriest.com. The men whose names you submit will receive a letter of encouragement from Cardinal Tobin, invitations to discernment events, and support from our Vocation Team. Thank you for supporting vocations!
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
“Be Not Afraid”
Three simple words, echoed in the beloved hymn Be Not Afraid, remind us that no matter what we face in life, we are never alone. God mysteriously walks with us through every joy, every worry, and every uncertain moment.
As the song gently reminds us from Robert J. Dufford, SJ. A Jesuit priest and composer,
“Be not afraid, I go before you always.”
These words call us to trust that God is already ahead of us, preparing the path we are walking.
In our daily lives, it is easy to let the little things weigh us down from our busy schedules, frustrations over crazy drives on the highways, worries about what tomorrow brings, or even small disappointments, like the weather does not cooperate, or even when the
Yankees lose a game. These moments can feel big at the time, but God calls us to lift our eyes beyond those small troubles and remember that His plan is greater than our fears.
Scripture from the New Testament leads us with this same promise. In
John 14:27, Jesus tells His disciples:
“Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”
These words were spoken to give us comfort and peace, the same peace He offers to us today.
Believing in God means trusting that everything will be okay, not always easy, not always perfect, but always guided by His love. When we place our trust in Him, we find strength to move forward with courage and peace.
So as we continue our journey through this Easter Season and walk the road toward Pentecost, I want to remind you to enjoy this time of renewal and promise. The days leading to Pentecost remind us that the Holy Spirit is coming to fill our hearts with wisdom, courage, and hope.
Take a deep breath, let go of the small worries, whether it is a tough day, or an unexpected setback and a lost Yankees game they should have been won, remember:
Be not afraid.
Trust in God. Keep your faith strong, and enjoy the journey toward Pentecost, knowing that God is with you every step of the way.
God Truly Loves You….!
Joe Marateo
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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
