Sacraments



Baptism Preparation Program

Last year St. Matthew’s instituted a new Baptism Preparation Program. We have had a wonderful response and will continue the program which has been established to ensure a greater outreach and opportunity for evangelization of our young parents. A team of very faithful and committed young couples welcomes Baptism parents into their homes in a two-hour session to better grasp the authentic meaning of the sacrament and their role as Catholic parents. Continue reading Baptism Preparation Program

THE EUCHARIST AT HOME

Holy Communion may be brought to the home of any person permanently or temporarily homebound. For the confined the elderly and/or shut-in, be they at home or in the hospital, the staff of our parish makes calls to the homes and hospitals each month. Please inform the office, 973-584-1101, to have your name added to the list.

Are You missing a Sacrament?

There are some individuals who are Catholic by never fully completed their sacramental requirements. You may be someone who accompanies your family to Mass but are not Catholic and want information on how to become Catholic. RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is a journey that prepares individuals seeking full acceptance into the Catholic faith…those needed one or all of the three sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and/or Eucharist. To learn more about the RCIA process please join us at an information night on Wednesday, September 9th at 7:30 at St. Matthew’s or call Deacon Ed Keegan at 973-927-1146. So if you’re interested in learning more or just want to talk to someone about your situation or that of someone you know who may be interested join us on September 9th or call. Our journey begins this fall…don’t miss out!