10 Lenten Sessions beginning Thursday, February 15. The remaining sessions will be held on Wednesdays. All will be in the Church Hall at 7 PM. Facilitator: Deacon Dave Galdi. For further information or to register, contact Deacon Dave at dsgaldi@comcast.net. The cost of the books and access to videos is $33.
Calling all moms and caregivers of little ones aged 4 years and under! Come and join our cozy Moms & Tots playgroup. We meet in the Church Hall every Wednesday from 9:30am - 11:00am. It's a wonderful opportunity to connect with other parents in the community while our little tots have a blast playing and making new friends. And the best part, it is FREE!!! What to Expect: **Playtime:** Our little ones explore and play in a safe and supervised environment. **Community:** Meet other moms and caregivers in the area, share experiences, and build lasting friendships. **Refreshments:** Enjoy coffee, tea, and light snacks (for grownups and littles) provided on a volunteer basis by those who attend, while you socialize. **Contact Information:** For more information, please contact Angela at 9083654007 or angela.mininni11@gmail.com. **All Are Welcome!** Whether you're a first-time mom or a seasoned caregiver, we invite you to join us for a morning of fun, friendship, and support. Bring your little ones and let's create beautiful memories together!
CRS Rice Bowl is Catholic Relief Services’ Lenten faith-in-action program for families and faith communities. Pick up your family’s rice bowl today at the entrances to the church and in the Parish Center. Remember that your Lenten sacrifices change lives.
If you would like a copy of your 2023 contributions to St. Lawrence Church for tax purposes, please contact Karen in the Parish Office at kjaworski@stlchester.org or call 908-879-5371. Please indicate whether you use envelopes or WeShare (online giving).
St. Lawrence Church welcomes all children Grade 3 and older to join our Altar Server Ministry! Please contact Fr. Angel at atorres@stlchester.org if interested.
All women of the parish are invited to attend including those who have not attended any previous Cornerstone events. Come when you can! Walk-ins are welcome! Email Mary Murphy at marysmurphy@comcast.net for more information. 1/23, 2/13, 2/27 (7 PM, Parish Center); 7 PM (Parish Center).
HOSPITALIZED, HOMEBOUND, IN ASSISTED LIVING Please contact our Parish Office if you know of anyone in the area who is hospitalized, homebound or in assisted living. Many would appreciate a friendly visit, a phone call, help with rides to medical appointments, or the opportunity to receive Communion. The smallest of gestures can be assurance that they haven’t been forgotten. What a blessing that could be. Thank you for your help.
In order to reopen the Barn for spring of 2024, it needs a thorough cleaning from three years of disuse. If you are willing to help, please contact cfuscaldo@comcast.net or camillemcqueen4679@gmail.com with days and times in October/November that you are willing to work. We will organize teams of cleaners as we can. Thanks for your help in getting this ministry going again.
A person who has not been baptized, but recognizes a need for spirituality in life? A baptized Christian of another denomination who would like to learn about and possibly join the Catholic Church? A baptized Roman Catholic who has not received the Sacraments of Holy Eucharist or Confirmation and would like to become a full participant in the life of the Church? Married to a Catholic and attend Mass, but don’t know what the next step is to become one of the Catholic faithful? Click header for more.
Couples, were you married in 1973 or 1998? The Diocese of Paterson invites you to celebrate your 60+, 50th or 25th wedding anniversary during a special Mass to be offered at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Paterson, NJ. Bishop Sweeney will serve as main celebrant on this occasion to be held: Sunday, November 12, at 3 pm. Click header for more,
The St. Lawrence Church Play Group for four year-olds is recruiting classroom assistants for its program ministering to the Spanish speaking families in our parish. Click header for more.
Registration for Faith Formation classes is OPEN! The Faith Formation Team is delighted to welcome our families to register for another year of faith, fun and friendship! Click header for more.
If you’re a mom, dad, grandparent, or caregiver looking for a playgroup for your toddlers where you can connect with others in the same situation, St. Lawrence Church will be resuming the Moms and Tots program weekly in the Church Hall. Click header for more.
Children’s Liturgy of the Word is a special celebration of the Mass readings for children aged 3-7 on selected Sundays during the 9 am Mass. Click header for more.