Our Mission Statement
We are the family of Our Lady of Sorrows Parish, a community of individuals united by the love of Christ.
We reach out to all through prayer, spiritual formation, liturgical offerings, education, a welcoming spirit and service.
We are a Perpetual Adoration parish, sharing this opportunity with the surrounding communities.
Our Clergy
Pastor of a large suburban parish outside Philadelphia, Msgr. Roger McGrath has served the Diocese of Camden, New Jersey, as director of evangelization, director of
communications, director of development, episcopal vicar for pastoral services, and most recently as vicar general and moderator of the curia.
Reverend Paul D. Harte, a priest of the Diocese of Camden, of Linwood, 74, passed away on February 18, 2025.
Assigned to Linwood in 2013, Father Harte was the first diocesan priest to be appointed at Our Lady of Sorrows, previously under the care of the Missionaries of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary.
Our parish mourns the loss of a priest who resided at and served our community. Our parish was blessed to have Father Harte with us.
Link to Catholic Star Herald article remembering Father Paul Harte
Video courtesy of Frank Iacona.
Lenten Regulations For Fasting & Abstinence
Weekdays of Lent
There is no obligation to fast.
However, voluntary acts of self-denial are recommended.
Ash Wednesday and Good Friday
These are days of Fast and Abstinence from meat.
There is a limit of one full meal on these days for all between the ages of 18 and 59 inclusive.
Days of Abstinence (All Fridays in Lent)
All who have reached their 14th year are bound to abstain totally from meat.
Easter Duty Obligation
After an individual has received First Holy Communion,
Catholics are bound by the obligation of receiving Holy Communion at least once a year.
This precept should be fulfilled during the Easter Season.
Catholics are also bound to confess serious (mortal) sins at least once a year,
but this is not limited to the Lenten/Easter Season.
Lenten Schedule 2025
Stations of the Cross:
Friday Evenings at 7 p.m. March 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th, April 4th, 11th and Good Friday April 18th
Communal Penance Service
Tuesday, April 8th – 7:15 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Additional Priests in Confessionals
Holy Week Schedule
Passion Sunday, April 13th
Vigil Mass Saturday 5:00 p.m.
Sunday Masses:
8:00, 10:00 a.m.
Palm will be distributed at all Masses.
Holy Thursday, April 17th
No morning Mass
Confessions 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.
6:30 p.m. – Mass of the Lord’s Supper
(Adoration suspended till after the Easter Vigil Mass)
Good Friday, April 18th
Day of Fast and Abstinence – No morning Mass
3:00 p.m. Solemn Service
The Passion, Veneration of the Cross, Communion
7:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross
Holly Saturday, April 19th
No morning Mass
12:00 p.m. – Blessing of the Easter Foods
Confessions – 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
8:00 p.m. Easter Vigil Mass
(Adoration continues after Mass)
Easter Sunday, April 20th
Masses: 8:00 and 10:00 a.m. ONLY
Easter Egg Hunt for children Ages 10 and
under after the 10 a.m. Mass.
Refreshments Served after Mass.
Volunteers needed.
Mass Schedule
| Sunday | 8 a.m. Mass 10 a.m. Mass (Live-streamed) |
| Monday | 7:45 a.m. Daily Mass |
| Tuesday | 7:45 a.m. Daily Mass 6:30 p.m. Mass St. Anthony Novena follows |
| Wednesday | 7:45 a.m. Daily Mass Our Lady of Perpetual Help Novena follows |
| Thursday | 7:45 a.m. Daily Mass |
| Friday | 7:45 a.m. Daily Mass Our Lady of Sorrows & All Consolation Novenas follow |
| Saturday | 8:00 a.m. Daily Mass 3:45 Confessions 5:00 p.m. Vigil Mass |
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Perpetual Adoration 24 hours/day-7 Days/Week
Adorers are needed. Fill in when it is convenient for you. |
We strongly encourage our parishioners to avail themselves of other opportunities by taking part in spiritual exercises in their home: watching Mass on TV, reading the Bible, listening to Catholic radio/podcasts, or praying the rosary.
REGISTRATION FOR NEW PARISHIONERS:
Please call or stop into the Parish Office to fill out a registration form. We would appreciate notification if you move or change your registration at anytime.
PARISH MEMBERSHIP:
A parishioner is one who belongs to the Our Lady of Sorrows Parish Community. As such, are committed to worship and participate spiritually, socially and financially in the life of the Parish. Adults over the age of 21 should register independently from your parent’s registration.
BAPTISMS:
Baptisms are held on the third Sunday of the month at 11:30 a.m. or upon request, during the 10:00 a.m. Mass.
Baptism Preparation Classes are held in the Parish Office on the 2nd Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Both parents and Godparents must attend.
For more information, please call the Parish Office 609-927-1154
MARRIAGES:
The Common Policy for all the Dioceses of New Jersey requires a period of preparation for the Sacrament of Matrimony. Arrangements should be made one year in advance. Please call the Parish Office to schedule your appointment with the Parish priest, before any social plans are finalized.
PASTORAL CARE OF THE SICK:
Arrangements for Communion Calls to the sick at home can be made by calling the Parish Office. Please notify the Parish Office when a parishioner is in the hospital.
SCHOOL OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION:
Please leave a voicemail for Mrs. Betty Napoli 609-927-0121 or email:
Email: bettynapoli@gmail.com or parish Office at:
SRE@ourladyofsorrows.comcastbiz.net
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS:
GEORGE MACDONALD
LEGION OF MARY:
The Legion of Mary is a lay apostolic association of Catholic men and women who have formed
themselves into a body to be of service to the Church.
Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. in Annex.
You are welcome to join us. Please contact Linda Tuccinardi at 609 653-8152.
HOLY SPIRIT PRAYER GROUP:
Tuesdays at 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. in Annex.
Learn about the Gifts of the Holy Spirit. Just come and join us.
Spiritual Director: Father Jomon George,M.SS.CC Missionary of the Sacred Hearts
Please contact Susan Scott for more info.
THE PRECIOUS BLOOD DEVOTIONS:
Wednesdays at 7:00p.m – 8:00 p.m.
A prayer group praying The Precious Blood Devotions gathers together before the Blessed Sacrament in church every Friday.
All are welcome!!
CIRCLE OF PRAYER:
Request prayers or participate 609-927-6047
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETINGS:
In Annex Wednesday & Friday & Saturday 7 to 8 p.m. 609-641-8855
AL-ANON MEETINGS:
Al-Anon is for everyone who is dealing with a loved one or a friend who drinks too much.
Meetings: In Annex Wednesday & Friday & Saturday 7 to 8 p.m. 609-641-8855
GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS:
In Annex, Thursday 7 p.m. 856-429-6516
BINGO:
Fridays at 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. $1000 prizes
YOUTH GROUP:
Please contact Tom Salerno 609-927-8679
more info