OLM Wellness Ministry to hold
Flu Shot on October 4
Our Lady of Mercy Parish Wellness Ministry is hosting a Flu Shot Clinic on October 4, 2026 from 9am to 2pm presented by Walgreens. While walk-ins are welcomed, please sign up below if you would like to receive a flu shot to help us provide an estimate number of vaccines needed. These are on first come, first serve basis. Encourage your friends and family to get their flu shot to protect them during the cooler months!
Please note we will also have a limited number of vouchers for a free flu vaccine for those who do not have health insurance. Those 65+ are recommended for the high-dose flu vaccine so listing your age will help Walgreens prepare the type of vaccines accordingly.
OLM Coffee Chat: Virtues That Build Strong Families
OLM Coffee Chat gathered parishioners at the Maria Room for a morning of fellowship, reflection, and conversation on “Virtues That Build Strong Families.”
Over a simple breakfast, Coffee Chat invited everyone to reflect on an important truth: virtues are not developed overnight—they are developed through practice and lived out in our everyday lives.
Parishioners shared personal stories and reflections on Love, Faith, Patience, Forgiveness, Gratitude, Humility, Kindness, and Service—virtues that help strengthen our homes, our relationships, and our faith.
Another meaningful morning brought together by OLM Coffee Chat—where a simple cup of coffee and breakfast become an opportunity to listen, share, learn, and grow together in faith.
“We Are His Witnesses”
An Update from Cardinal Joseph Tobin
Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R., Archbishop of Newark, has shared a letter with the faithful providing an update on We Are His Witnesses. We encourage you to read the cardinal’s message and share it with your community and those you serve. The letter invites us to reflect on our shared mission and future together as the local Church of Newark.
2026 Annual Appeal
With grateful hearts, I am happy to share that our parish has reached and surpassed our Regular Goal for the 2026 Archdiocesan Annual Appeal!
Our parish goal was $44,556.75, and through your generosity, we have reached a total Donor Pledge of $55,322.00. As of this time, the Archdiocese has already received $40,784.80 in donations and payments. We are now moving closer toward our Stretch Goal of $57,923.78.
Thank you for your generosity and faithful support of the Archdiocese and its many ministries. May God continue to bless your abundantly for your kindness and sacrifice. With gratitude and prayers,
Father Marty