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The bishops of New Jersey have decided to permanently transfer the observance of the Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord to the Seventh Sunday of Easter, effective this year. This Solemnity will be celebrated in all the Latin-rite dioceses of New Jersey on Sunday, May 29, 2022, replacing the liturgical celebration and readings of the Seventh Sunday of Easter. Thursday, May 26 is therefore not a holy day of obligation, and will be observed in the churches of the Raritan Oratory as the Solemnity of our Holy Father St. Philip Neri.

Join the Oratory for our annual celebration of our founder, St. Philip Neri, on Thursday, May 26, beginning at 7:00 pm, in St. Joseph Church, Raritan. This year, as we commemorate the 400th anniversary of St. Philip's canonization, our celebration will include the opportunity to obtain a plenary indulgence. After Mass, all are welcome to a light reception.

Sen. Chuck Schumer has scheduled another Senate vote to try to enshrine abortion on demand in federal law through the so-called Women’s Health Protection Act, S. 4132.  Read the full Call to Action Here.

Join the Oratorian community for a special celebration of Solemn Sung Vespers and Benediction for Palm Sunday, April 10 at 3:30 pm, at St. Ann Church, Raritan. This celebration takes the place of our monthly Eucharistic Holy Hour for April.

The Oratorian community will offer a Lenten Penance Service on Wednesday, April 6 at 7:00 pm at the Church of the Holy Trinity. After a brief communal service, several priests will be available for individual Confession.

If you are suffering over the death of someone you love, perhaps the 10-week Bereavement Support Group Sessions may help you during this difficult time.
When: May 2 - July 16 at 6:30 - 8:00pm. No fee, but registration is required; Contact Deacon John Phalen at 908-526-2394 bereavement@holytrinitynj.org
For more information visit the Bereavement Ministry page Here.

Everyone is welcome to our Parish Breakfast offered by the Holy Name Society, on Sunday, April 24 from 8-11:00 am in the Parish Center. Tickets will be available at the door. Menu includes pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, fruit, bagels, donuts, juice, milk, coffee, & tea. Cost is $8 for adults, $3 for children age 7-12, free for children under 7.

The Bishops of the United States have called for a Eucharistic revival in our country, to strengthen our faith and deepen the fruitfulness of our encounter with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. Join the Oratorians at Holy Trinity on Wednesday nights at 7 pm beginning March 9 for a 4-part series on The Mystery of the Eucharist. Each evening will include Adoration, a refection given by an Oratorian priest, and conclude with Benediction.

A two-year 'synodal' process is taking place in the Catholic Church from October 2021 that will culminate in the final Synod Gathering in Rome in October 2023. The synodal journey is of great significance for the good of both the universal and local Church. During this process, the Diocese of Metuchen invites all the People of God to listen to each other, without exception, and with particular care to involve also those who are further away and are perhaps sometimes not included. Click the link to learn more and see how you can participate!

Sanctify, our group for young families, couples, and adult singles will be meeting on Sunday, March 6 at 1:15 p.m. following the noon Mass at St. Ann. Join us as we continue a series of reflections on the 7 Sacraments. Father Fredy will be offering a reflection on Confession, the Sacrament of Mercy, after which we will have time for discussion, examination of conscience, and, for anyone who wants, Confessions during Eucharistic Adoration. For more information & to RSVP, click the link to our Facebook page. We hope to see you March 6, as well as our future events on the first Sunday of each month moving forward!

St. John Henry Cardinal Newman lived an extraordinary life, as a theologian, pastor, novelist, convert to Catholicism, and Oratorian. He had a tremendous influence on the Second Vatican Council, is considered one of the greatest English prose writers of the 19th Century, and has inspired the recent growth of the Oratory especially in the English-speaking world. Come learn about this fascinating saint on Wednesday, February 23 at 7pm here at Holy Trinity in the church basement, with a viewing of Bishop Barron’s film “St. John Henry Newman: The Convert” followed by a discussion led by Fr. Jeff.

The Diocese of Metuchen is currently celebrating its 40th anniversary of foundation! A number of events and initiatives are planned over the coming year to mark the occasion. For more information please visit: diometuchen.org/40

Sanctify, our group for young families, couples, and adult singles will be meeting on Sunday, Dec. 5 at 1:15 p.m. following the noon Mass at St. Ann's in Raritan. Join us for Eucharistic Adoration, faith formation, and some festivities as we enter into Advent and celebrate the feast of St. Nicholas. After Adoration and our next discussion on the theme of the Mass, we will have a potluck St. Nick party in the St. Ann's school cafeteria. Bring something tasty, as well as an ornament if you would like to participate in our Christmas ornament exchange! For more information & to RSVP, find us on Facebook by searching for 'Sanctify Catholics'. We hope to see you there!

The Oratory presents our annual Advent Lessons and Carols program, Sunday, December 12 at 2:30 PM, at St. Ann’s in Raritan, featuring choir members and instrumentalists from all the communities served by the Oratory, directed by Anthony Nardino. Everyone is welcome, and there will be a light reception in the school cafeteria following the service.

This year’s Parish Dinner sponsored by the Holy Name Society is coming up on Saturday, October 23rd from 4:30-7:30 in the Parish Center. This year’s dinner will include pasta & meatballs catered by Vinnie’s Pizza & Pasta. Tickets are $12 for adults, $3 for children and must be purchased in advance, after Mass the weekend of October 16-17, or through the parish office.

Attention all middle and high schoolers, come join the uServe program for our Box of Joy Service Night on Sunday 10/24 from 7-8:30pm at Holy Trinity. Come for service, stay for games and fun! For more information or to sign up, go to u-Serve.com/BridgewaterRaritan.

As the Year of St. Joseph concludes, all are invited to take part in the Consecration to St. Joseph, a 33-day journey of prayer with our spiritual father. Weekly group meetings begin Wednesday, November 3 at 7 pm, and the Consecration will take place Sunday, December 5, all at St. Joseph Church in Raritan. Participants will need a copy of the book Consecration to St. Joseph: The Wonders of Our Spiritual Father by Fr. Donald H. Calloway, MIC. Please let us know if you need assistance acquiring the book. RSVP to Kristina at 908-526-2394 or office@holytrinitynj.org by October 29.

Enjoy a morning of fabulous fall fun for the whole family! Saturday, October 2 from 9:30 - 11:30 in the backyard of the Rectory. Activities will include story time, festive crafts, pumpkin patch, and more!

Our Parish Nurses will be hosting a blood drive in the Parish Center on Wednesday, October 6 from 1-7 pm. Join in providing this precious, lifesaving gift! Walk-ins will be accepted but appointments are recommended. To schedule yours, visit www.nybc.org/njdrive and enter code 10715, or call Amanda at 908-380-9265. Remember to eat & drink beforehand, and bring photo ID or blood donor card.

Bishop Checchio has authorized a special collection in all parishes of the Diocese of Metuchen, to benefit relief efforts in Haiti in the aftermath of the destruction caused by the recent earthquake. Donations may be made at Mass the weekend of September 4-5, through the Parish Office, or through our secure Online Giving Option. Just click on "Special Collections" and select "Haiti Earthquake Relief". Thank you for your generosity!