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OLPH - Saint Agnes "In Car" Masses Begin Pentecost Sunday, 5/31/20

OLPH - Saint Agnes Parish celebrated our first “in car” Mass Pentecost Sunday, 5/31/2020. “In Car” Masses will be ongoing until further notice.

Location: Saint Agnes Church Parking Lot
                 103 Center Ave.
                 Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716 
Time: 10 AM

  • All cars should enter the lot via Center Avenue. Parish ushers will assist in directing traffic.

  • If possible, please arrive before 9:45AM in order to allow time for parking.

  • If car windows are down, we respectfully ask that masks are worn. They may be removed if windows are up.

  • Communion will be distributed to all who wish to receive. For your safety and that of our staff, we ask that you remain in your cars and receive by hand only.

  • If possible, attendees must remain in their same car throughout the gathering unless an occupant needs to get out of the vehicle for their health or safety.

  • A Offertory Collection will not take place during the Mass. While there is no obligation, an usher will be available to accept any envelopes you may have as you exit the lot. You may also sign up for Parish Giving on our website for contactless donations.

  • On Sunday morning, a link will be made available to watch this Mass via Live Stream on our YouTube page. The link will remain available after the broadcast.

We look forward to seeing you and praying with you!!! How we have missed our flock!


Memorial Mass to be Celebrated by Bishop O'Connell

Bishop O'Connell will be celebrating A Diocesan Memorial Mass for ALL the faithful departed of the Diocese of Trenton who passed away for ANY reason (not simply COVID 19) during the pandemic period when Churches were closed and could not have individual Masses of Christian Burial.

It will be broadcast on Wednesday, June 17th at 2pm.

It can be viewed live and after the event on the Diocese of Trenton's YouTube Page.

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 +