Archdiocese of Newark 2022 Rosary Congress: Save the Dates October 7-13th

This Rosary Congress is for reparation, life and peace, healing, renewal, families, our country, evangelization and vocations. Through the heart and the school of Mary, the Rosary Congress throughout the Archdiocese will provide an invitation for many to experience the power of encountering Jesus in Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, some for the very first time.

Visit the website to view all details: https://www.rcan.org/rosarycongress

2022 Rosary Society Communion Breakfast

After three years of not being able to hold this event, it was a joy to gather and to have Most Reverend Michael Saporito as our guest speaker.

100 people filled Herron Hall to listen to the Bishop’s inspiring words and enjoy the sumptuous breakfast catered by The Brownstone.

All women are invited and welcome to join our Rosary Society! Our meetings are usually the first Monday of the month from September through June. For more information anyone can call Rosemary at 973-699-4998 or email rosarysociety@stachurchbloomfield.org.

Visit the Rosary Society Ministry Page to learn more.

RCIA Sunday, October 2nd

Today we began our travels in faith toward the Easter Vigil and adult baptisms and Pentecost and adult confirmations.

The RCIA is a walk we take together in which all seek to know Jesus Christ. It is very good company. It is with good reason the RCIA identifies greatly with “The Road to Emmaus”, (Luke 24:13-35). St Luke recounts that story of two followers of Jesus’ who after the tragic events of Good Friday, travel away from Jerusalem, downcast and brokenhearted. So much so, that they do not recognize Jesus when he begins to walk with them.

While the three talk, Jesus points out to them that the terrible things that happened are not the end of the story. Have faith! Finally, the disciples meet Christ in the Eucharist and return with their hearts on fire to their fellow believers. Even the faithful need encouragement.

Are you baptized, confirmed, and received Holy Communion? If no to any of these come answer Jesus’ call. Do you know someone who is searching? Do you want to know more about the sacramental life the Church offers? Contact Frank Miller at rcia@stachurchbloomfield.org. We meet after the 8AM mass in the Parish Center.

Come walk along with us.

The Blessing of the Animals has been postponed to Sunday, October 9th

Due to the impending inclement weather this Sunday, the Blessing of the Animals will be moved to the following Sunday October 9th at 1:30PM in the Church parking lot.

Thanks to all who made the 2022 STA Parish Picnic a success!

On Sunday, September 18th, the STA Parish Picnic returned for the first time in ten years with huge success!

Delicious burgers, hot dogs, and homemade desserts, all cooked fresh by parishioners. Kids enjoyed a bounce house, arts and crafts, and movement and dance activities led by the one and only Kathy Monacelli of The Little Gym, Wayne NJ. A DJ kept the music going, and attendees got to meet and greet members of the new Pastoral Council. Fantastic weather topped off an extraordinary day!

The picnic was made possible only by the tireless efforts of those who met regularly over many months, planning, cooking, setting up, and advertising the event, and especially Co-Chairs Mary Ann Messina and her husband Jay - and lastly, the over 400 people who attended!

To you we say - Thank you, and we can’t wait for the next one!

RCIA Begins Sunday, October 2nd

“Come follow me”, Jesus says to the fishermen, Simon and Andrew, who were busy at their work.

He told them he would make them fishers of men. For Simon, later named Peter, and Simon their walk with Christ changed them and the whole world. It started with a simple invitation.

Come with us, for we follow Christ. The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults offers the same invitation. It is a call to discipleship in the Lord Jesus Christ. The rite is for adults. Made of four parts, it leads us through the process where we learn about Jesus, the Church he entrusted to his followers, and life as a Catholic Christian.

Are you baptized, confirmed, and received Holy Communion? If no to any of these, come answer Jesus’ call. Do you know someone who is searching? Do you want to know more about the sacramental life the Church offers? Contact Frank Miller at rcia@stachurchbloomfield.org. We begin this October 2 after the 8AM mass in the Parish Center with the Inquiry part of the Rite. Come with us.

The STA September Club Celebrates September Birthdays

At the most recent STA September Club meeting, we celebrated September birthdays! In the September Club, senior citizens meet each week at the parish center. We share prayers, conversation, a meeting, food and fun times. We celebrate birthdays every month with cake and recognition.

Happy Birthday to our seniors with September birthdays!

For more information or how to join, please visit the September Club ministry page.

Calling all 6th, 7th, and 8th graders!

Junior High Youth Group

Calling all 6th, 7th, and 8th graders! Mark your calendars for Friday, October 7th from 7:00-9:00pm for our Junior High Youth Group meeting. There will be lots of games, music, prizes, snacks, and fun! The meeting will take place in the St. Peter Room in the Parish Center which is located below the church. Bring a friend -all are welcome! All 7th and 8th graders who attend will receive one hour of Confirmation community service! For questions, call Tracey at (973) 338-7400.