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All are welcome to submit local community events relevant to the Diocese of Paterson, New Jersey. Submissions are reviewed before publication. Events happening outside of the diocese will be declined.

Catholicism from Scratch – Mary, The Church, and Every Christian

St. Paul Inside the Walls 205 Madison Avenue, Madison, NJ, United States

A series of self-contained sessions in basic Catholic topics and themes for those who forgot the basics, missed them the first time around or never learned them. This month's topic is “Mary, The Church, and Every Christian.”

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‘Hope & Healing’ Advent Prayer Service

St. Paul Inside the Walls 205 Madison Avenue, Madison, NJ, United States

Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney invites you to an afternoon of prayer and fellowship with one another, family members, friends, priests, and religious as the Diocese of Paterson continues to walk with victim-survivors of clergy sex abuse and all concerned. Come and also learn about a new chaplaincy resource. 

Community Auction & Benefit Dinner

The Long Valley Knights of Columbus are holding their 32nd Annual "Sharing the Season" Community Benefit Auction & Dinner. The evening will include exciting silent and live auctions, buffet dinner, with hot hors d'oeuvres, desserts, beer, wine, soda and of course, opportunities to bid on and win wonderful prizes and gifts, all for the benefit of helping those in need. It is amazing what good people can do when gathered for good purposes while also having fun doing it! Silent auction begins at 6 p.m., live auction begins at 8 p.m. on December 7, at St Luke’s Church, 265 West

Noche de Velitas

Join us for this celebration in honor of the Immaculate Virgin. This evening includes a candlelit Rosary procession with music around the property. We will also enjoy hot chocolate and cookies. Registration is Free!

Young Adult Christmas Gala

St. Paul Inside the Walls 205 Madison Avenue, Madison, NJ, United States

Join the St. Paul's Young Adult Community for a festive night filled with holiday cheer, signature cocktails, and delicious hors d'oeuvres. This is a formal dress event for young adults ages 21-39. Pre-registration is required and no tickets will be sold at the door. For more information, visit https://insidethewalls.org/christmasgala $55 Per Person Before Sunday, December 8 | $60 Per Person Before Friday, December 13

December parish ministry workshop to promote vocations

St. Paul Inside the Walls 205 Madison Avenue, Madison, NJ, United States

Join Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney, the Vocations Office, and other parish and lay faithful from around the diocese for a morning workshop to energize vocation ministry efforts. The day will begin at 9 a.m. with morning prayer from the Liturgy of the Hours with Bishop Sweeney and conclude by 11:30 a.m. Registration will open at 8:30 a.m., and a light breakfast will be served. 

Living Nativity at Our Lady Queen of Peace

Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish 1911 Union Valley Road, Hewitt (West Milford), NJ, United States

This Living Nativity is a true collective endeavor, with contributions from Our Lady Queen of Peace Parishioners, the Polish Mission Members, and the Knights of Columbus—both the Polish and American sections. It is a significant undertaking, and as it is the first event of this kind in our parish's history, we are anticipating a wonderful turnout. The event will take place on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, from 1 to 5 p.m. It is open to all and free of charge.

Sisters of Christian Charity Advent Candlelight Service

Mallinckrodt Convent 350 Bernardsville Road, Mendham, New Jersey

You are invited to join the Sisters of Christian Charity on Sunday, Dec. 15, at 4 p.m., 350 Bernardsville Road, Mendham, NJ, for a Candlelight Advent Service. R.S.V.P 973.230.5355.

Free

St. Andrew the Apostle Parish invites you to a Christmas Novena

St. Andrew the Apostle Parish 400 Mt Prospect Ave., Clifton, NJ, United States

St. Andrew the Apostle Parish, 400 Mt Prospect Ave, Clifton, N.J., invites you to a Christmas Novena from Dec.15 to Dec. 23 at 6:30 p.m. Take a reprise from the hustle and bustle season and participate with your family to witness and deepen your prayer experience. Give thanks to the Lord and familiarize your friends and children with readings, reflections, and songs related to the coming and birth of Jesus Christ in our hearts. A Christmas Novena is a nine-day series of prayers and spiritual reflections leading to Christmas Day. It is a cherished tradition in many Catholic communities, designed

An evening of lessons and carols at MHC Academy

Join us in ushering the Advent Season with the combined choirs and musicians of Don Bosco Prep and MHC Academy for an evening of scripture and song. Lessons and Carols St. Joseph Chapel at 7:00 PM 659 Belmont Ave. North Haledon NJ 07508

Free

Join Bishop Sweeney on a Jubilee Pilgrimage to Assisi and Rome

Embark on an impactful Catholic Jubilee pilgrimage in 2025 with Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney, visiting many of Italy's holy sites. Begin amidst the serenity of Assisi, where you will learn about St. Francis and Blessed Carlos Acutis. Then, pilgrimage to the heart of Rome to enjoy all that this beautiful city offers. Attend a Papal Audience, receiving blessings from the Holy Father himself. Experience the beauty of the Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums, where masterpieces of art and faith converge. Finally, partake in the solemn act of walking through the Holy Doors during this Jubilee Year, receiving a plenary indulgence