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CHURCHES REOPEN FOR PRIVATE PRAYER

We are glad to announce that OLPH - Saint Agnes Church will reopen for PRIVATE PRAYER only, in compliance with public health guidelines on Wednesday, May 13th with limited hours.

The schedule will be as follows:
SAINT AGNES - Mon/Wed/Fri - 8 A.M. to 12 P.M.
OLPH - Tues/Thurs/Sat - 8 A.M. to 12 P.M.

PLEASE NOTE:

  • Masks are required for all those making visits.

  • There may be no more than 10 visitors at one time.

  • A minimum of 6 feet between visitors must be observed.

  • Restrooms will be temporarily closed.

  • Areas will be clearly designated for private prayer. Please limit your visit to those areas only.

  • For the safety of our staff and visitors, we ask that you properly dispose of PPE, water bottles, tissues, etc. and do not leave them behind in the pews.

  • A flow of traffic has been established at each church. When visiting Saint Agnes, please ENTER through the front doors and EXIT through the rear door. When visiting OLPH, please ENTER through the front doors and EXIT through the rear door with ramp on the parking lot side. 

As outlined by Bishop O'Connell, "The decision is part of a phased approach that will move the Diocese from the reopening of churches for private prayer to the gradual restoration of our full Catholic and sacramental life." Please see the link below for more information from the Diocese.

We pray for your continued health and safety. We are encouraged by these first steps and look forward to the day when we can all be together as one.

https://trentonmonitor.com/Content/Default/Bishop-s-Corner/Article/Churches-may-reopen-for-private-prayer-only-in-compliance-with-public-health-guidelines-May-13/-3/260/23121?fbclid=IwAR255ce8IH4_r3QtIj8Ra5uPFxhS-L0cMw_PzXDd3JpW0jICmqipt9SjgfE

Fr. Jarlath Important Letter

Dear Parishioners,

The antiphon from Sunday’s Mass states: “Today is holy to the Lord your God. Do not be sad, and do not weep; for today is holy to our Lord. Do not be saddened this day, for rejoicing in the Lord must be your strength!”

We know that Our Gracious Lord is always with us and is particularly close to us in difficult times. Though we cannot gather together in Church for the liturgies we can still be united in spirit and offer continued praise to God. You have all been very much in my mind and heart through all this. Mass is being celebrated daily alternating between OLPH and St. Agnes Churches. Both churches are opened daily for those who wish to stop in for private prayers and devotions. There is exposition of the Blessed Sacrament each day in the parish. Though all public liturgies have been cancelled for Holy Week and through Easter I will be saying mass privately. I encourage you all to continue to draw closer to God our Father through this season of Lent. We are a resurrection people and consequently are filled with hope knowing that Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ has conquered all sin and death through his passion and Resurrection. I know that many of you have dropped off your envelopes or mailed them in and realize that many are suffering financially too. With the help of God, we will all get through this and we will again be able to come to Church and celebrate the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass together. We have Our Blessed Mother comforting us too through these times. If anyone wishes to talk to me regarding anything, please don’t hesitate to call: 732-291-0272 Ext. 122

In Christ’s peace, 
Fr. Jarlath + 

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update 2

To our parishioners of Our Lady of Perpetual Help-St. Agnes Parish, our Bishop reminds us:

God has not abandoned us and is present among us. As we learn each day of the growing concern surrounding the spread of the coronavirus in our communities, we need to have faith and confidence in God, especially in times like these, praying that He will see us through the present adversity safely.

UPDATE:

  • If you need sacramental records, Mass cards or tax statements, please call or e-mail your requests.

  • The Thrift Shop is closed until further notice.

  • All meetings and events previously scheduled on Church property are cancelled until further notice.

Phone: 732-291-0272

Email: kfrank@olph-sta.org or kpost@olph-sta.org

  • Bishop O’Connell announced that all Masses in the Diocese of Trenton are cancelled through Easter. That date is subject to change as the pandemic evolves. All scheduled Mass intentions will be fulfilled as committed, even though donors will not be present. We have that obligation in justice.

  • You may access the diocesan website at www.dioceseoftrenton.org for more info and updates.

  • If you have a true emergency, please call 908-242-7248.

Further updates will be posted as necessary.


Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information

To our parishioners of Our Lady of Perpetual Help-St. Agnes Parish, our Bishop reminds us:

God has not abandoned us and is present among us. As we learn each day of the growing concern surrounding the spread of the coronavirus in our communities, we need to have faith and confidence in God, especially in times like these, praying that He will see us through the present adversity safely.

  • Beginning today, Monday, March 16th, the rectory office is available by appointment only.

  • If you need sacramental records, Mass cards or tax statements, please call or e-mail your requests at (732) 291-0272 or Email: kfrank@olph-sta.org or kpost@olph-sta.org

  • Beginning Thursday, March 18th, the office staff will be working from home. We will access voice mail and email and respond as soon as possible.

  • The Thrift Shop is closed until further notice.

  • All meetings and events previously scheduled on Church property are cancelled until further notice.

  • Bishop O’Connell announced today that all Masses in the Diocese of Trenton are cancelled through April 3rd. That date is subject to change as the pandemic evolves.

  • Baptisms, funerals and weddings may continue with the caution that crowds should not exceed 50 persons as mandated by the State of a New Jersey.

Important Parish Contact information

Parish Office Phone: 732-291-0272

Email: kfrank@olph-sta.org or kpost@olph-sta.org

If you have a true emergency, please call 908-242-7248.

Further updates will be posted as necessary.