Save the Date—December 11 Santa is coming to HNJ for Munchkins with Santa! Join us for some munchkins while Santa makes his appearance after the 10:00am Mass. Parents remember to bring you cameras/phones for the photo op with Santa.

Stop by after all Masses on Dec. 10 and 11 for some delicious baked goods and buy your lucky raffle ticket for a chance to win one of the outstanding gift baskets.

Religious Education Advent Family Fun Night Friday, November 18 at 6:00pm Advent Craft—Pizza—Dessert $10.00per person; 2 and under are free Each family will receive a blessed Advent wreath. RSVP by 11.10.22 call 914.949.1422 or email [email protected]

Parishioners are invited to our Parish Fun Day and BBQ after the 12:00pm Mass on the back field behind the school for some food, games and camaraderie -JOIN US! More details to follow

Fellowship gathering, informative with guest speakers and light refreshments. Presentation will be representatives of the Guiding Eyes for the Blind with a furry friend or two. All parishioners age 50+ are welcome...Join us!

Getting to know you, getting to know all about you...join us as Fr. Abraham shares is story from Ghana to Holy Name. Refreshment served at 6:45pm, presentation at 7:00pm

Senior’s Meeting and Program May 20 at 1:00pm-2:30pm Program Theme—”I am with you always” Fellowship gathering, informative with guest speakers and light lunch and beverages. All parishioners age 55+ are welcome. Come join us!

HNJ Church invites all of its Senior (55+) parishioners to a Mass on May 20 at 12:00pm with the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. Followed by our Senior Meeting at 1;00pm

Join us in church for the Stations of the Cross at 6:00pm and stay for a Fish Fry following at 6:30pm! RSVP due no later than February 25! Menu includes: flounder/tartar sauce, grilled cheese sandwiches, French fries, mac& cheese, cole slaw, coffee, juice and dessert. (Advance takeout available) Cost: Adult - $10.per person paid in advance - $15. at the door Seniors 65+ - $8. per person paid in advance - $12. at the door Children 6-12 - $5. per person paid in advance - $8. at the door *children under 6 are free Family of 4 (2 parents, 2children 6-12) - $25 paid in advance - $35.00 at the door.

6:45pm - Refreshments 7:00pm - Series talk, including questions and answers. Fr. Dave will lead the discussion on why we have Lent and what it should invoke in each of us.

Join us for a traditional Irish Dinner of corned beef, potatoes, carrots, cabbage, salad, rye bread, Irish soda bread, non-alcohol drinks, coffee, tea and dessert, as we celebrate St. Patrick's Day. Cost $25.00 per person paid with your reservation. RSVP date - MARCH 6. Reservations and payment may be made online, at the rectory, or place completed form and check made payable to Holy Name of Jesus Parish in an envelope marked "St. Patrick's Dinner" in the collection basket. Make you reservations early!

Easter Crafts for Nursing Homes All parishioners are invited to join us as we make Easter crafts for residents of local nursing homes on Saturday, March 19th, from 12:30-2:30 in the school cafeteria. Most crafts are easy peel and stick. No special skills are needed- just enthusiasm! Please call or email Maureen if interested - 914-946-9334, [email protected]

We will continue the program interrupted by Covid-19 in March 2020. "No Greater Love" A Biblical walk through Christ's Passion with Host Edward Sri (Those returning who still have their books, please remember to bring them.) AND "The Jewish Roots of Jesus' Death and Resurrection" with Host Dr. Brant Pitre

Fellowship gathering, informative with guest speakers and light refreshments. All parishioners age 50+ are welcome...Join us!

5:00pm - St. Joseph Italian Mass 6:00pm - Refreshments

6:45pm - Refreshments 7:00pm - Series talk, including question and answers - Fr. Mike will present a discussion on - The Liturgies of Lent (focusing on Ash Wednesday, Palm Sunday, Holy Thursday, Good Friday)

Fellowship Sunday—March 27 after the 10:00am Mass (hosted by the HNJ Choir) Join us in the school cafeteria for a little coffee/tea/juice, donuts and fellowship. Get to meet your fellow parishioners and make new friends.

6:45pm - Refreshments 7:00pm - Series talk, including questions and answers. Deacon Tom will lead the conversation of the Easter Vigil Explained. (focusing on all the rituals that take place during the Easter Vigil, such as the lighting of the Pascal Candle, the Ceremony of Light, the blessing of Holy Water, etc.)

 THANK YOU  to all the parishioners who selected families or individuals in our Christmas Angels 2021 campaign.  If you were not able to select a family or individual this past weekend, you can still contribute to this year’s campaign.  Place your donation (either gift cards or a check payable to Holy Name of Jesus) in a CLEARLY marked envelope - CHRISTMAS ANGELS – in the weekend collection baskets or at the Rectory.   DEADLINE for ALL donations is Tuesday, Dec. 14 so that they can be delivered later that week.  Thank you again for your continuing generosity.  Questions?   Call Brian Morrow 914-414-2275. 

The Rosary Altar 2021 Christmas Basket Raffle will be held: Saturday, December 11: Before and after the 5:00 p.m. Mass Sunday, December 12: After the 8:00 a.m. Mass • Before and after the 10:00 a.m. Mass • Before the 12:00 Mass In addition to the raffle, a number of delightful Christmas items will be available for sale! Please join us to do some early Christmas shopping!