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Christians love to sing the hymn, Amazing grace! How sweet the sound that saved a wretch like me! I once was lost, but now am found; was blind, but now I see. Blind, blind to the promise of eternal life, blind to the provider of life. We relate to the words of the was-blind beggar, “One thing I do know. I was blind but now I see!” (John 9:25). His story is our story. Perhaps that’s why John was in no hurry to tell it. He needed only twelve verses to describe how water became wine. But he dedicated a whopping forty-one verses to depicting how Jesus found, cured, and matured the blind man. Now why? Among the explanations is this one. What Jesus did physically for the blind beggar, he desires to do spiritually for all people— to restore our sight. Remember, friends, you are never alone.

The Rosary Rally to Pray for World Peace and Conversion of Hearts was held on Saturday, October 10, in front of St. Mary of the Lakes Church. To see photos, please click on the News/Events tab above on the home page and then click on Photo Albums.

There was the annual blessing of the animals on Saturday, October 3, at the Church. To see photos, please click on the News/Events tab above on the home page and then click on Photo Albums.

The YES Welcome Back for 9th to 12th graders was held on Sunday, September 27, under the Tent. To see photos, please click on the News/Events tab above on the home page and then click on Photo Albums.

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store is reopened. Please keep in mind that masks are required to enter our store at this time. If you haven’t shopped at the Thrift Store on Jones Road, you’ll be pleasantly surprised at the range of items available. You can purchase quality merchandise including household items, books, and CDs at an affordable price while helping the poor. Every dollar you spend funds programs to help those in need in the surrounding area. For store hours, call St. Vincent’s at 609-953-0021. For more information, click the title above.

The Sunday morning Mass schedule is 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m. (simulcasted), 10:30 a.m., and noon.

If you or someone you know is interested in becoming Catholic, completing the Sacraments of Initiation (Confirmation/Eucharist), or would just like to find out what Catholicism is all about, you are welcome to join us. There is no obligation. Contact Christine Brandt, 609-654-8208 x113

St. Mary of the Lakes will introduce a new ministry for all of our college aged parishioners who suddenly find themselves on virtual learning and far away from their campus communities. An informational meeting and social gathering will be held on Friday, September 18, at 7:00 p.m. on the lawn outside the Emmaus Center. Bring a blanket or lawn chair - we will toast smores around the fire pit! Spread the word, invite a friend and come with ideas on how to make this ministry your own! RSVP to Linda Xerri at 609-654-8208, ext. 111.

To help victims of Hurricane Laura by donating to Catholic Charities, please click on the above title Hurricane Laura Relief.

Please join us Wednesday, September 16, at 6:30 p.m. on the Church Grounds for food and fun around the fire pit and then the first installment of “Unlocking the Mysteries of the Bible.” If you would like to order a workbook (not needed to participate) for the Bible study, please click the title above.

To see photos from the St. Mary of the Lakes Golf Classic on Wednesday, presented by Murphy's Family Markets, please click on the News/Events tab above on the home page and then click on Photo Albums.

The Church is open from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Eucharistic Adoration is open 24/7. The Adoration Chapel is open to one Adorer at a time.

The Parish Office is open from 9:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday though Friday.

Congratulations to the newest members of our Catholic community: Ronald Bailey, Charles Mathews, Danielle Morrison and Melissa Muller, who were received into the Full Communion of the Catholic Church at the 9:00 a.m. Mass on Saturday, August 8. We also celebrate with David Armbruster, Timothy Howell, and Brad Jankowski, who completed their initiation through Confirmation. Our community welcomes and congratulates them and continues to offer them our prayers and support as they continue on their spiritual journey.

There was a Patriotic Prayer Service on Sunday, July 5, after the 8:00 a.m. Mass at the flagpole outside of the Church. There was a raising of the flag for parishioner and veteran Carl Kaufman and taking down of the flag for Rich Szymborski. To see photos from the Patriotic Prayer Service, please click on the News/Events tab above on the home page and then click on Photo Albums.

On Saturday, June 20, the 9:00 a.m. Mass and 9:30 a.m. confessions are cancelled as Father Roy and Father Dan will be concelebrating Father Roy’s brother, Rjoy's, diaconate ordination. To read the Trenton Monitor story on why Rjoy Ballacillo believes having a strong relationship with God is what lies at the heart of his wanting to become a priest, please click the title above.

Volunteers are needed to prune the roses during the summer. Depending on how many volunteers there are will determine how many times you may be asked to prune. Please email frontdesk@smlparish.org or call 609/654-8208 x110 to volunteer. Also, weekly weeders will not be needed this summer as weeding will be done by the landscaper.

To see photos from Mrs. Hofmann’s Kindergarten Home Visits, please go to the News/Events tab above and click on Photo Album.

YES met for the first time since March 16 for Rita’s water ice and Recitation of the Rosary for Peace & Justice. To see photos from YES Rosary for Peace & Justice, please go to the News/Events tab above and click on Photo Album.

Starting Friday, a daily Mass will be offered Monday through Friday at 7:15 a.m. and Monday through Saturday at 9:00 a.m. inside Church. No reservations required. Everyone must wear a mask.