CARNIVAL 2010 - SEE YOU NEXT YEAR!
remember - volunteers are unpaid not because they are worthles but because they are PRICELESS!  Couldn't have done it without you!  I'm an OLSOS Volunteer and PROUD OF IT!

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2010 - 

SonQuest Rainforest Vacation Bible School was a huge success at Our Lady Star of the Sea in Lake Hopatcong. More than 70 young children joined almost 30 volunteers to celebrate God while playing games, hearing bible stories, making crafts, snacking and, of course, singing loudly, “Get God’s Love!”

Photo and words by Amber Charlebois

CONGRATULATIONS TO SUE SACINO - recipient of the Vivere Christus Est Award given to her by Bishop Seratelli for her outstanding volunteerism here at our Parish.  Way to go Sue!

RCIA – Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults for adults who wish to become Catholic and Catholics who want to be confirmed.  Meetings are Tuesday evenings 7:30 PM.  If interested call Fr. Chris 973-663-0211.  Meetings resume in the Fall.  Check the Sunday Bulletin for the date.

TRIP TO THE NATIONAL SHRINE IN WASHINGTON DC - SEPTEMBER 2010 - Contact Kathie Tovo for information - 973- 663-5527.  Bus will leave from OLSOS church parking lot.  Bishop Seratelli encourages parishioners to participate in this retreat.

NEW TO THE PARISH – are asked to fill out a registration form with can be obtained at the back of the church or at the rectory, or call 973-663-0211.  Religious Ed parents who signed up for classes should also fill out a Parish Registration form. 

BAPTISM PREPARATION Classes are held on Tuesdays prior to the Baptisms.  Call Sr. Kathleen at 973-663-0124 to schedule an upcoming Baptism.

MASS CARDS are one of the best ways to honor someone’s life.  Donations are $15.00.  Sunday masses fill up quickly.  Please call the secretary Patricia 973-663-0212 to obtain a mass card.

MEMORIAL PAVERS – There are a few pavers left.  Anyone wishing to add a paver to our memorial walkway outside the Parish Center should call the rectory.

HOSPITALITY COMMITTEE is planning 'Hospitality Weekends'.  These events help foster 'Fellowship' among our parish community.  All parishioners and their families are welcome. Complementary refreshments are served.  For more info call Margaret Wallace 973-663-5356.

GOOD EXAMPLES ARE NEEDED that is why we value our Religious Ed teachers.  Anyone working with children is required to attend "Protect the Children" course given here periodically by Eric Wilsusen.  Check the bulletin for time and place.  Anyone who would like to teach or assist a class is asked to contact Sr. Kathleen at 973-663-0214.  Our parish has a lot of devoted talented people.  Come share it with our children.