Welcome to the Parish Community of Our Lady of Sorrows. Guided by the conviction that church is the people of God, parishioners of Our Lady of Sorrows were asked what makes their parish special. The responses were woven into the following statement: Our Lady of Sorrows is not just a congregation. It is a family. It is real people who care for another beyond the time of Sunday Mass. The diversity of the congregation is special, comprising diverse colors, sizes, and shapes that fit together. All are welcome, all are part of the family. Our Lady of Sorrows is a very accepting and non-judgmental church where all contribute according to their gifts. All accomplishments are recognized. All efforts are encouraged to serve the needs of the neediest. The parish mission statement is taken from Psalm 87: "The Lord loves His city...and so do we."
"We, the family of Our Lady of Sorrows parish, accept as our special call, the words of the Psalm: "The Lord loves his city... and so do we." We have been planted in the midst of the city to grow and bear the fruit of the gospel. We offer to God our gifts of time, talent and treasure that our city may be transformed by the power of God's love. "
Jan. 7, 2020
Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R., Archbishop of Newark, issued the following statement in response to yesterday’s violence in the United States Capitol:
As I watched the appalling chaos in the U.S. Capitol yesterday, I witnessed an icon of democracy occupied and hostage to mob rule. The procession of violent images was deeply troubling. Particularly disheartening is that this event unfolded amid a deadly pandemic, a terrible plague that our troubled nation should face in solidarity.
The events of yesterday are a graphic exposure of the deep and advancing polarization in American society that has festered for years. This divisiveness disregards faith, justice and the rule of law. As shocking as it may be to glimpse how disordered our nation has become, the terrible truth is that we are not immune from further moral and social decay.
If we wish to claim it, Catholics have a legacy that is crucial to the healing of the nation. Our faith includes a commitment to mutual respect, dialogue, and the principles on which our democracy is based. We must come together as one nation under God, who loves and bestows dignity on all. The person with whom you may vehemently disagree is also a beloved child of God. For two millennia, our community has tried to live the teachings of Jesus. We are at our best when we put others first, with the common good as our guiding star.
Let us join with all people of good will in a choice for peace during this arduous time. We pray for our Savior’s protection and the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Jesus, Prince of Peace, teach us the way forward. Our Lady of the Americas, pray for us.
Hate, it has caused a lot of problems
in the world,
but has not
solved one yet
-Maya Angelou
93 Clerk Street
Jersey City, New Jersey
Parish House: 201-433-0626
Fax: 201-433-2928
ols9395@comcast.net
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On Thursday evenings our Spanish Community gathers at 7:00pm for Holy Hour and adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.
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A group of parishioners gathers for prayer, reflection and discussion every Tuesday evening via ZOOM. If you are interested in forming a zoom group contact Ann Marie Nazzaro
Mary, friend and mother to all, through your Son,
God has found a way to unite himself to every human being, called to be one people, sisters and brothers to each other.
We ask for your help in calling on your Son,
seeking forgiveness for the times when we have failed to love and respect one another.
We ask for your help in obtaining from your Son the grace we need to overcome the evil of racism and to build a just society.
We ask for your help in following your Son, so that prejudice and animosity will no longer infect our minds or hearts but will be replaced with a love that respects the dignity
of each person. Mother of the Church,
the Spirit of your Son Jesus warms our hearts:
pray for us. Amen
The archdiocese takes very seriously any and
all allegations of sexual misconduct by members of the clergy, Religious and lay staff of the Archdiocese. We encourage anyone with knowledge of an act of sexual misconduct to inform us immediately so that we can take appropriate action to protect others and provide support to victims of sexual abuse. Any individuals who wish to report an allegation of exual misconduct may do so by calling or writing: Archdiocesan Office of Child and Youth Protection
171 Clifton Avenue Newark, NJ 07104 Phone: 201-407-3256 Fax: 973-497-4001