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Parish Picnic!

Our annual Parish Picnic is just weeks away! Come together to enjoy a day of fun, good company, music by Ray Sikora
and delicious food on Sunday, September 14 at the Franklin Fireman's Pavilion beginning with the 12:00 Mass and ending at 5:00 p.m.
Bounce houses, crafts, pony rides and petting farm for the kids to enjoy!
Helping hands always welcome. Contact the rectory for further details.

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Baptismal Preparation Class

Baptismal Preparation Classes take place at 7:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month in the Rectory Conference Room.
Baptismal Prep is required prior to having your child baptized at Immaculate Conception Church.
Please contact Cynthia at 827-9575 to register.
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Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Adoration takes place the last Friday of the month from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
We encourage everyone to take time out of your busy day to spend a quiet hour with the Lord.
If you know a time you will be in the church, please let us know by putting your name on
the sign-up sheet located on the podium next to the candle stand so that we know there is adequate coverage.
If you find that you are unable to attend the time that you signed up for, please call the rectory.

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The Holy Rosary
Recitation of the Holy Rosary takes place each Saturday immediately following the 9:00 a.m. Mass
and on the last Friday of each month after the 7:00 a.m. Mass.

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Souper Sunday
Our Souper Sunday collection takes place the last Sunday of each month.
The need is great and we appreciate whatever you are able to do!

Non-perishable food items as well as toiletries, cleaning products and diapers may be donated.
Donations are given to our local Catholic Charity's Partnership for Social Services Family Center's Food Pantry.
Thank you so much for your continued support.
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Sunday Social

Our Sunday Social takes place every week immediately following the 10:30 a.m. Mass in the Lyceum, our fellowship hall.
All parishioners are welcome to stop in to enjoy a light breakfast with Fr. Bogie and fellow parishioners!

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Singles Ministry
Immaculate Conception Singles Ministry welcomes all singles of any age.
The Singles Ministry focus is spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God's community.
This lay ministry provides and opportunity for singles to encourage, receive, and give support to each other in our Faith Journey.
For more information call the rectory office and ask for Janice - 973-827-9575.
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Adult Choir

The choir is on Summer Break and will return to their normal schedule in September.
Adult Choir Practice takes place every Thursday evening in the church from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m.
New singers welcome! We warmly extend an invitation to sing with us. No special skill or experience is required.

Inquire about joining our fabulous Bell Choir, as well!
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Grief Support Group
On the first Wednesday of each month, Immaculate Conception Parish offers and ongoing Grief Support Group.
If you or someone you know has suffered a loss of any kind, please join us.
The next meeting will be on September 3 from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. in the Ministry House.

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Parish Cook Book
We have plenty of Parish Cookbooks available!!! Many thanks to all who contributed to the book!
The cookbooks make great gifts! To purchase, contact the Rectory. The cost is $10. per book.

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