On February 24, 2020 the original HVAC unit installed at the time of the FDC construction broke down beyond repair. The old unit lasted 16 years and more than exceeded its working life. With summer time approaching and a lead time to contend with, we ordered a new high efficiency HVAC unit which was installed on June 25, 2020.  The cost of replacement was nearly $150,000. 

Polls of all kinds seem to grab our interest, even if at times we disagree with the results.  We are all unlikely to change our preconceived opinions, whether we’re discussing dish detergents, movies, or the daily stock averages.  Yet we still listen for the poll results.  We want to know what other people think.  We either agree with or reject the results. Now along comes this famous gospel passage from St. Matthew, which can be interpreted as Our Lord taking a poll of His disciples about His identity, in which He uses of Himself that enigmatic title “the Son of Man.”  The Apostles rattle off and answered the various accepted “labels” about Jesus formed from opinions of others. But Jesus’ query was: “Who do YOU say I am?”.

I hope everyone continues to stay safe and healthy. As restrictions are being eased up little by little, thanks be to God, it is my assumption that health situations are also getting better and better. As I have announced last weekend, we were very happy excited to inform you that "In Church" public gathering are now allowed and we all look forward to coming back to church to celebrate the Sacraments especially the Eucharist. There are still some restrictions to be observed and strict guidelines to be followed but at least we would be able to not only receive the Body of Christ in communion but also personally and physically witness and participate in the celebration of the whole Mass. Praise the Lord.

Allow me to first of all congratulate each one of you. My congratulations extends too to your parents, your teacher and the whole faculty staff who have shared their precious time, amazing talents and sacrificial love in all that they do to support you all to reach your goal at this point of your life.

Starting Wednesday, May 13, the Feast of Our Lady of Fatima, we will unlock the doors of our church. You will be able to come and visit and feel the Real Presence of Christ in the Blessed Sacrament. Our Church will be open for private prayers and devotions Monday-Saturday 10:30am to 6pm; Sundays 11am-5pm. We will follow State regulations of only 10 people allowed at a time and observe social distancing. Please wear mask at all time. Masses and other Sacraments are not yet allowed to be celebrated in public until further notice.

Bishop O'Connell to celebrate Mass for health care workers, others on COVID-19 front lines Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., will celebrate a special diocesan Mass of Thanksgiving and Support for health care workers, first responders and essential workers in the battle against COVID-19 May 13 at noon in St. Joseph Church, part of Our Lady of Fatima Parish, Keyport.