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
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.
Cross starting Friday Feb 20th throughout Lent until Fr Lobo returns.
Stations will be Fridays at 7pm.
Lenten Schedule 2026
Stations of the Cross:
Friday Evenings at 7 p.m. Feb. 20th, Feb. 27th, March 6th, March 13th, March 20th, March 27th and
& Good Friday, April 3rd
Holy Week Schedule
Passion Sunday, March 29th
Vigil Mass Saturday 5:00 p.m.
Sunday Masses:
8:00 & 10:00 a.m.
Palm will be distributed at all Masses.
Holly Thursday, April 2nd
No morning Mass
Confessions 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.
6:30 p.m. – Mass of the Lord’s Supper
(Adoration at the Repository until 11 pm and suspended till after the Easter Vigil Mass.)
GOOD FRIDAY, April 3rd
Day of Fast and Abstinence-No morning Mass
3:00 p.m. Solemn Service
Passion, Veneration of the Cross, Communion
7:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross
Holly Saturday, April 4th
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 resumes after Mass)
Easter Sunday, April 5th
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 |
| We’re making an effort to pray the Rosary 30 minutes before every Mass (also prayed after every Mass during the week.) You’re welcome to come pray the Rosary with us and if you’re interested in leading the Rosary, please contact Elizabeth Ann at 609 892 1523. | |
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Perpetual Adoration 24 hours/day-7 Days/Week
Adorers are needed. Se Necesitan Adoradores. |
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:
Patrick McDonald
SODALITY COMMITTEE:
TOM DUNN
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 the church office for more information 📞 (609) 927-1154
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Each year in mid-February, the light of the rising sun shines through our church’s rear stained-glass window, bathing the altar in a radiant glow — a gentle reminder of God’s presence and the renewal of His light in our hearts.