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LIVESTREAMED MASSES
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04.18.21
Third Sunday of Easter
Reading I - Acts 3:13-15, 17-19
Responsorial Psalm - 4:2, 4, 7-8, 9
R. (7a) Lord, let your face shine on us.
Reading II - 1 Jn 2:1-5a
Gospel - Lk 24:35-48
The two disciples recounted what had taken place on the way, and how Jesus was made known to them in the breaking of bread.
While they were still speaking about this,
he stood in their midst and said to them,
“Peace be with you.”
But they were startled and terrified
and thought that they were seeing a ghost.
Then he said to them, “Why are you troubled?
And why do questions arise in your hearts?
Look at my hands and my feet, that it is I myself.
Touch me and see, because a ghost does not have flesh and bones as you can see I have.”
And as he said this, he showed them his hands and his feet.
While they were still incredulous for joy and were amazed, he asked them, “Have you anything here to eat?”
They gave him a piece of baked fish;
he took it and ate it in front of them.He said to them,
“These are my words that I spoke to you while I was still with you, that everything written about me in the law of Moses and in the prophets and psalms must be fulfilled.”
Then he opened their minds to understand the Scriptures.
And he said to them,
“Thus it is written that the Christ would suffer
and rise from the dead on the third day
and that repentance, for the forgiveness of sins,
would be preached in his name to all the nations, beginning from Jerusalem.
You are witnesses of these things.”
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HOLY WEEK 2021 PHOTO GALLERY
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LITURGY AND SACRAMENTS
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Sunday Mass livestreamed at 10:00am
JOIN US EVERY SUNDAY FOR OUR 10:00am MASS via LIVE STREAM and RADIO BROADCAST ON 91.1 FM
(to the school side of the
church parking lot)
A Eucharistic Minister
will distribute Communion
on the church steps.
CLICK TO CONNECT TO LIVESTREAM on FacebookFr. Abraham hopes these efforts are helpful to those who still may not feel comfortable being in church but long to participate in our Sunday Mass and receive Holy Communion.
Share the news with other parishioners and friends.
All are welcomed!
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An Act ofSpiritual Communion
My Jesus, I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament.
I love You above all things,
and I desire to receive You into my soul.
Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart.
I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You.
Never permit me to be separated from You.
Amen.
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Memorials
FOR THE WEEK OF
APR 18 - APR 24
The Sanctuary Lamp has been reserved In Memory of
FRANK J. ODERIFERO
The Altar Bread
has been reserved In Memory of
JOHN FLOOD
The Altar Wine
has been reserved In Memory of
ANITA DEL VECCHIO
Memorials for the Sanctuary Lamp or Bread and Wine are special way to remember a deceased family member or to honor or celebrate a special event.
The remembrance begins
on Sunday and ends on Saturday of that week.The Lamp or Bread & Wine Offering is $20.00.
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Daily Masslivestreamed at 9:00am
We are pleased to provide Daily Mass at 9:00am livestreamed on this website and the parish's Facebook page. -
Fr. Abraham BerkoDeacon Tom Abbamont
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Today's Readings
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Reading I Acts 7:51—8:1aResponsorial Psalm 31:3cd-4, 6 and 7b and 8a, 17 and 21abGospel Jn 6:30-35
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Mass Times
- Saturday: 5:00 PM EnglishEnglishEN
- Sunday: 8:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN 10:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN 12:00 PM EnglishEnglishEN
- Monday: 7:15 AM EnglishEnglishEN 9:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN
- Tuesday: 7:15 AM EnglishEnglishEN 9:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN
- Wednesday: 7:15 AM EnglishEnglishEN 9:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN
- Thursday: 7:15 AM EnglishEnglishEN 9:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN
- Friday: 7:15 AM EnglishEnglishEN 9:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN
- Saturday: 9:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN
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Confession Times
- Sat: 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM or by appointment
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Anointing of the Sick
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06.12.20
The solemn obligation to attend Sunday Mass continues to be temporarily suspended
Masks and physical distancing are required in church -
Rectory Office Hours
Open
Monday - Thursday
9:00am to 4:00pm.
Tel: 914-949-2323
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Baptisms are held on the First and Third Sundays of every month at 1:30pm.
Kindly contact the rectory office to register and obtain the appropriate documents needed to welcome your baby into the Holy Name of Jesus community through the holy sacrament of Baptism.
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04.25.21
Second TimeKara Ann Kenneally
and
Vincent Ninzatti
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PARISH UPDATES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
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We invite you to return and worship in church...
CARDINAL DOLAN's Message...
But for the majority of us—are we going to restaurants? To the kids’ soccer and little league games? To the store? To the beauty parlor? To gatherings with family and friends?
Well, then, it’s time to get back to Mass."
click quote above for complete article published in Catholic New York 04.08.21
Fr. Abraham welcomes our parishioners and friends to return to Holy Name of Jesus. We are now at 50% capacity; 150 people in church and 250 people in the gym.
All necessary precautions have been in place including:- Church and Gym sanitized after each service
- Social distancing observed
- All parishioners are asked to wear masks
- Ionization system was installed in the heating/air conditioning system purifying the air in church and gym
- Sanitizers are place throughout the church
- People are asked to enter the church through the side door, to minimize the flow of traffic inside the church
- Parishioners are asked not to congregate inside church after services
There is some comfort now, knowing many have been vaccinated and everyone has done their best to practice all the precautions necessary to keep everyone safe.
We know our parishioners have missed attending Mass and being in church and we have missed you as well. Because we care about all of you, we encourage our senior citizen parishioners and anyone with compromised health conditions, to consider your health and safety and take the appropriate precautions should you decide to attend Mass. -
Religious Education Registration is now open!
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Prayer Shawl Blessing 04.11.21
Thank you Fr. Abraham and Deacon Tom for blessing these beautiful creations made by the ladies of the Prayer Shawl Ministry with care and in prayer for those who can benefit from the warmth and comfort they provide.
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High School Student Scholarship Opportunity
02.02.21
HOLY NAME OF JESUS
ROSARY ALTAR SOCIETY is offering a $500 scholarship to any High School Senior who is a member in good standing at Holy Name of Jesus Church and has provided service to the
Holy Name of Jesus community. The application and requirements can be found either in the rectory during normal business hours or this website.
The application and all required documents are due in the rectory no later than April 30, 2021. click for details on the RAS Scholarship and Application -
Message from Fr. AbrahamCelebrating HNJ 125th Anniversary
01.13.21 - updated 02.23.21
125TH PARISHANNIVERSARY PLANNING MESSAGE
from Fr. Abraham
Fr. Abraham invites you to participate in the planning of parish's 125th anniversary.Pictures and Memories Requested!
Holy Name of Jesus Church on the Hill, circa 1910
Volunteers needed for a successful
celebration of our 125th Anniversary
CLICK FOR DETAILS OFTHE 125TH ANNIVERSARY AND JOURNAL COMMITTEES
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Only a few tickets available!
04.18.21
Don't miss out on the opportunity to be part of the only fundraiser for the parish...only 35 tickets remaining. Tickets can me purchased online or at the rectory.
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Weekly/Special Offering
Click for detailed info regarding COLLECTIONS
&
EXPENSES2nd collection:
04.25 - Catholic Education
05.02 - Maint. & Repairs
If you have not received or
misplaced your offering envelopes, kindly use a plain
envelope with your name and parish ID # (if you know it) printed on the envelope.
Online giving
is an easy process...
Click for ONLINE GIVING
THANK YOU to all our parishioners who are mailing in their regular weekly donations to the rectory; as well as all who have signed up to ParishPay/WeShare for your online weekly donations.
Your generosity and caring is much appreciated alway but especially during this time.Thank you for your
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Rosary Altar SocietyReligious items for sale
Contact us for the purchase of this beautiful new boxed item.
approximately 12 inches long
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Church Bulletin
03.01.21
The paper copy of the church bulletin is now available in each vestibule. Please feel free to pick up a copy. -
02.24.21
Holy Name of Jesus Parish
goal is $89,000.
Parish #551
click for updates of pledged, received to goalWe are grateful for your consideration to support the many services, projects and activities throughtout the Archdiocese of New York community.
Please consider making your pledge and donation as you means may allow. You may mail or drop you donation in the offering boxes in the back of the church or go online, click link below
CARDINALSAPPEAL.ORG/DONATE
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PARISH ACTIVITIES
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Blessing and THANKS
Prayer Shawl
Blessing Thanks
04.11.21
We hope all parishioners were able to see all the beautiful Prayer Shawls, lap blankets, and christening blankets displayed around the altar last weekend.
Thanks so much to all the Prayer Shawl ladies for your hard work in creating them all. They were each so different, in so many colors and styles. They were blessed at the 10:00 mass by Father Abraham, assisted by Deacon Tom. They did a beautiful job. Thank you so much! They also blessed the shawls and blankets in the Social Concerns room.
We are blessed to have this special group of ladies in our parish sharing their time and talents with others.
All parishioners are welcome to join this group. Yarn is provided to all members. If anyone would like to learn how to crochet, we have a member who will be happy to teach you. If you know of anyone who could use a shawl or blanket, please contact Christine at 914-761-7243, crosestephens@optimum.net or Maureen at 914-946-9334, MMCL16@optonline.net
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Prayer Shawl Group meets every Tuesday morning in the Fr. Dave Meeting Room
at 10:00am.
All are welcome to join.
New members are always
welcome! Our next meeting
will be in March. However, the
ladies of Prayer Shawl have
continued to create beautiful shawls and blankets all winter.
Don't know how to crochet and would like to learn? We have a member who is most willing to teach you! Don't like to go to meetings? You can knit or crochet from home.
If you would like a prayer shawl to provide warmth and comfort for someone who is elderly, ill and homebound, in a nursing home or in the hospital,
please contact:
Christine Stephens
914.761.7243 crosestephens@optimum.net
or
Maureen McLoughlin 914.946.9334 or MMCL16@optonline.net
They will be happy to arrange a time for you to select one.
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Food Donation Thanks
04.18.21
Many, many thanks to all parishioners who donated food for the Interfaith Food Pantry in Thornwood. The staff at the pantry was so grateful for your generosity, as so many people are in need. Thank you so very much!
Special thanks to Brian and Gail Morrow, Bridget Flood, and to Joe and Lauren Naughton for helping to transport the food to the pantry.Our next food collection will be the weekendof May15/16.
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Spring Cleaning
Are you cleaning out your house this Spring, or getting ready for a move? Do you have items you no longer need and want to donate? Please look at our Donation Resources link on the Social Concerns page. It lists many organizations that will be happy to accept your donations.
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Good luck everyone!
CONGRATULATIONS
TO 50/50 WINNERS
March - Elaine Jensen
April - Lynette Massaro -
Letters of Thanks
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Prayer Shawl Donations
04.18.21
The ladies of the Prayer Shawl Ministry recently donated 24 baby blankets to the Valhalla American Legion Post in support of "Operation Shower". Operation Shower is dedicated to honoring military families. They provide baby showers for expectant moms in military families. The beautiful baby blankets were greatly appreciated. Thanks so much to our members for supporting our military families.
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Food Drive Planned
Next collection will be the weekend of May 15 & 16
Matthew 25:35
"For I was hungry and
you gave me food..."
We are collecting food every third weekend of each month
to be given to the Interfaith Food Pantry in Thornwood.Due to the pandemic and loss of jobs, the need for food has grown even more desperate in the Mt. Pleasant area. The Interfaith Food Pantry serves residents of Valhalla, Thornwood, Hawthorne, and other local communities. Your donations will bring much needed nourishment to families in need.
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Food Pantry Transportation Help
We are collecting food every third weekend of the month for the Interfaith Food Pantry of Mt Pleasant in Thornwood. We know many people in the Mt Pleasant area are food insecure and our donations are greatly appreciated.
Do you regularly attend Sunday mass at 10:00am or 12:00pm? Would you be willing to collect the food that has been donated to Holy Name at the mass you attend and bring it to the food pantry? We meet the staff at the pantry (located near Berger’s Hardware) to drop off the food at 1:15pm, right after the 12:00pm mass.
If you think you could be available on the third weekend of the month to transport the food after either of those masses please get in touch with Maureen at 914-946-9334, MMCL16@optonline.net
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Collecting items year round for those in needWe are collecting the following items year-round:
- Travel sized toiletries
- Men's sneakers
- Backpacks.
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Did you know...
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Funeral expenses program:
04.12.21
To help those left behind, the Federal Emergency Management Agency is paying a maximum of $9,000 per funeral and a maximum of $35,500 per application.
“The COVID-19 pandemic has caused immense grief for so many people," acting FEMA Administrator Bob Fenton said in a release announcing the federal program. "Although we cannot change what has happened, we affirm our commitment to help with funeral and burial expenses that many families did not anticipate."
The program launched Monday, April 12. The following information — along with other resources — can be on the FEMA website for the program. www.fema.gov./disasters/coronavirus -
ArchCare
04.08.21
Need help caring for yourself or someone else but not sure where to turn with questions. Call upon ArchCare, the Continuing Care Community of the Archdiocese of New York Contact ArchCare at
855-951-2273 – their “care navigators” will help you from 8am until 8pm, 7 days a week. -
AMAZON SMILE
03.11.21
Holy Name is onAMAZON SMILE Campaign
where HNJ receives .05 percent of every
dollar you purchase through Amazon.
It is very easy…..go to Smile.Amazon.com hit enter and it will say select a charity “Church of the Holy Name of Jesus Christ” And it pops right up in your Amazon tool bar that you are supporting Holy Name.
HNJ just received a check for $97.92. Thank you! -
New Permanent Livestream Installation
03.03.21
HNJ Family and Friends - we are pleased to announce, effective 03.04.21, we will be broadcasting DAILY 9:00am Mass and the 10:00am SUNDAY Mass directly to our website and to the parish's Facebook page, as we have been doing in the past.
The parish has installed a new permanent camera streaming system which allows us to bring Mass and other church events to you. Hopefully with each new day, you’ll see continued improvements and enhancements.
For your convenience, a donate button is at the bottom of the livestream box so you may easily donate your offering. Your continued support of the parish is very much appreciated. -
Ushers and Greeters
On Going
At the present time, there is a great need for greetings and ushers.
All greeters and ushers will receive adequate training regarding responsibilities and safety issues before being assigned to serve the assembly. Please contact the rectory office to sign up and serve. -
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Welcome to Holy Name of Jesus Parish
on going
We invite you to be part of the Holy Name of Jesus Parish community. Kindly register with us! Simple click on the link below and provide the following information.
Name: ______________________________
Address: ______________________________
Telephone: ______________________________
E-mail: ______________________________
___ New to Parish
Also, if there are any updates since you have registered, please let us know.
___ Change of address/phone
number
___ I would like to receive
donation envelopes
___ Moving - please remove
my name
Or provide information on paper, drop it into the
collection box in the back of the church, email
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SPONSOR LETTERS
03.15.21
In need of a sponsor letter?
You must be an active registered parishioner of HNJ and living in the area.
Please call for a form that is to be completed or come to the rectory with your completed form. -
Covid 19 Vaccine Info
01.12.21
For your convenience, addition links have been added regarding Westchester County dashboard on statistics in Westchester and the latest press release as to the eligibility of the vaccine. Click link below.
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RDC Center for Counseling &Human Development
During this time of isolation, fear and uncertainty, the RDC Center for Counseling and Human Development is continuing to see client and is accepting new clients virtually through a secure web platform. They are there to help during this difficult time and can be reached by calling 914-949-0504.
The RDC Center
for Counseling & Human Development
52 N. Broadway, White Plains 10601
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PARISH HAPPENINGS and CALENDAR
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News
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February 2
HOLY NAME OF JESUS ROSARY ALTAR SOCIETY is offering a $500 scholarship to any High School Senior who is a member in good standing at Holy Name of Jesus Church and has provided service to the Holy Name of Jesus community. The application and requirements can be found either in the rectory during normal business hours or on the Church website. The application and all required documents are due in the rectory no later than April 30, 2021. Click to be directed to application.Read More -
May 21
The Last Man Standing Raffle is the only major fund raising event for Holy Name of Jesus Parish. To date Holy Name of Jesus has sold 265tickets ($26,500.) out of the 300 tickets available. Please consider participating in this event to support the ongoing operations of the parish. May 15, 2021 is the new date to draw the winner. If covid protocols are still in place at that time, the selection of the winner will be livestreamed.Read More -
April 1
Thinking ahead to a joyous celebration...Holy Name of Jesus Parish will be celebrating its 125 Anniversary called Quasquicentennial! How should we celebrate? Send in your suggestions, simply click on the picture to take you to the "Contact Us" page and share your ideas. VOLUNTEERS ARE ALSO NEEDED TO HELP PLAN FOR THE CELEBRATION.Read More
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Calendar
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Monday, April 26, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Parish Council meetings are normally scheduled the 4th Monday of every month. Parishioners are welcomed to submit any questions, concerns, or suggestions two weeks prior to the meeting in order to be added to the agenda. Simply click onto the "Contact Us" link at the top right hand side of this page to leave your message.Read More -
Saturday, May 1
Today our boys and girls will be making their First Holy Communion. There will be two sessions, 10:00 am and 1:00pm. May God Bless them!Read More -
Sunday, May 2
Crowning will take place at the 10:00am Mass by our First Communion students.Read More -
Sunday, May 9
The 10:00am will be an outdoor Mass (weather permitting) Today we honor Mothers and Mother figures in our lives and society. May God continue to bless them for all they do.Read More -
Saturday, May 15
Read More
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SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT
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April is dedicated to the Holy Spirit
Spirit, fill the hearts of
Thy faithful: and kindle in them the fire of Thy love. click for the month of april
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Pope Francis'Daily Message
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The Holy Father's Intentions for the Month of April 2021
Fundamental Rights
We pray for those who risk their lives while fighting for fundamental rights under dictatorships, authoritarian regimes and even in democracies in crisis.
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Daily Feast Day
April 20
St. Beuno
St. Marcellinus
St. Agnes of Montepulciano
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FAITH
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Stations of the Cross
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Daily Rosary
Click on links below for video's of the recited Rosary
source - www.catholictv.org
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PARISH MISSION STATMENT
Welcome to all!
Our Parish Family invites all to be active and participating members
in every aspect of parish life!We care for each other and want to worship and serve our Lord and one another.
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PUBLIC MASSES OPEN with Covid Protocol!
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SUNDAY and Weekday Masses
03.21.21
Attendance capacity is 50%
150 worshipers in church
500 worshipers in the gym
WELCOME BACK!We are excited to share Holy Name of Jesus church has resumed public Sunday Masses as of Saturday June 13, 2020!
Masses will be on:
Saturday at 5:00pm
Sunday at 8:00am, 10:00am (livestreamed) and 12:00pm
Daily masses will be at 7:15 and 9:00am (livestreamed) and Saturday at 9:00am
The specific guidelines below must be followed to ensure safety for all:*** Anyone with any symptoms of sickness must stay home ***- Enter church through the SIDE DOOR only, ushers will direct you accordingly
- All attendees MUST wear masks/face covering (children over the age of 2 must also wear masks)
- Masks should only be remove just before receiving Communion
- Pews have been marked off accordingly to ensure distancing
- Attendees must sit six feet apart, when in the pew, again to ensure your safety and physical distancing
- Offerings will be deposited in a collection box when entering or exiting church. No collection basket will be passed during mass
- When lining up to receive Communion, please stand 6ft. behind the person infront of you
- No gloves should be worn when accepting the host
- Please do not congregate before or after Mass
The church will be covid cleaned
after each service.We know all our parishioners have missed attending Mass and being in church and we have missed you as well. Because we care about all of you, we encourage our senior citizen parishioners and anyone with compromised health conditions, to consider your health and safety and take the appropriate precautions should you decide to attend Mass.
The dispensation from the obligation to participate in Sunday Mass will remain in effect until further notice.
WELCOME BACK TO
HOLY NAME OF JESUS CHURCH
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VIDEOS AND NEWS LINKS
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News from the Vatican
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After a year without U.S. pilgrims, tourists and university students, some American expats in Rome have packed up and moved home. But others who teach at study abroad programs or work with pilgrims...
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Christians and Muslims share a conviction that God calls them to be "witnesses, restorers and builders of hope" both in this life and for the life to come, said the leaders of the Pontifical Council...
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Being “imprisoned” in the Vatican and unable to resume his regular schedule due to Italy's COVID-19 lockdown does not mean Pope Francis has quieted down.
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National Catholic Register
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Register Files Mother Miriam “What’s on my heart to say,” said Mother Miriam, “is that there is nothing more that we could have on earth than what God has given in giving us his Son and his...
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Enjoy this beautiful video -Interview with God
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Catholic News Service
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WASHINGTON (CNS) — The chairman of the U.S. bishops’ pro-life committee April 20 called on...
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Catholic New York Newspaper
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Hallow Blog
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