Church of the Little Flower
Hear from Fr. JC Merino each week as he addresses various topics, including moral and ethical issues, doctrinal issues, current events at Little Flower, and Catholic Christian living.
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March 4th Letter from Cardinal Tobin Regarding
We Are His Witnesses
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Follow the updates and initiative with regard to We are His Witnesses here!
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Little Flower News and Events
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The Men's Ministry Presents:
Saturdays with St. Josemaria Escriva
Men of the Parish are encouraged to gain insight from the vibrant teachings of this modern Saint. Discovering God within everyday experiences.
Meet: March 21 and April 11 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Parish Center UL
Questions? Contact: Frank Hager at fhager@oppcapgroup.com
AT MASS
The Feast of St. Joseph
March 19th
Join us after 9 am Mass for zeppoles (pastry) in honor of St. Joseph.
COLLECTIONS
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark
We are accepting donations throughout Lent. ( 2/18 - 3/29 )
Bring clothing, small appliances, shoes, linens, sheets, towels, stuffed animals, family movies (all formats) novels, & children’s books to the Catholic Charities Donation Cart in the lower level of the Church.
To accommodate the Food Pantry's hours of operation, donations are not accepted on Saturdays between
9 and 11 AM.
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Easter Dinner Drive
This Easter, many of the families we serve at the Food Pantry are working hard but wondering if they’ll have enough for a special holiday meal. Each week we help 25–35 families, but as Easter approaches, that number may rise to 70. Your generosity can make sure no one is turned away. Every donation brings not just food, but hope, comfort, and the joy of knowing someone cares. Help us fill tables and hearts with love this Easter by clicking here to donate a perishable item.
Helping Hands - Help Us Help Others
Little Flower provides assistance to individuals and families facing medical hardship, unemployment, and other life-altering challenges.
Donate here.
Little Flower Food Pantry
Our food pantry urgently requires your support! We desperately need: Tomato Sauce, Parmalat, Canned Stew, Canned Tuna, Jelly, and Peanut Butter.
Drop off to the pantry located in the church lower level or make a cash donation here.
FOR THE KIDS:
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Little Flower Story Wagon
The Gospel is a story, God’s story, and each of us is part of it. We carry this story in our hearts, in our homes, and in the way we choose kindness, hope, sacrifice, love and faith. And just as it was handed on to us by those who loved us, we are called to pass it on with joy.
THE LITTLE FLOWER STORY WAGON - A Catholic Parish Fable is a lovingly crafted, imaginative story series for children, families, and the young at heart. It follows the Wise Pepper Farmer Giuseppe and his joyful little companions—Pip the Rabbit, Luma the Firefly, and Pastor the Black Dog—as they travel through magical fields, dreamy meadows, and changing seasons carrying powerful stories of saints, kindness, and God’s love. Read them here.
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Vacation Bible School - Snowball Mountain Challenge
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Children's Choir
Children ages 6 -11 are invited to join.
Contact Giovanni Longo at 908-464-1585 or email at
Perform at Children's Masses through June.
Check out the rehearsal schedule here.
TAKE A PILGRIMAGE
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Pilgrimage to Poland
September 20-30
Join Fr. JC as your Spiritual Guide travelling through Poland. The trip explores the lives and teachings of St. John Paul II, St. Maria Faustina, Our Lady of Czestochowa, St. Maximilian Kolbe and more! Contact Fr. JC for more details.
Want to learn more? There are information sessions on April 16th after 9 am Mass in the Parish Center upper level and at 7 pm in the Church lower level. RSVP here.
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