🙏 Come adore the newborn King and celebrate the joy of Christmas with us. 🙏
💙 Don’t miss it! ⭐
Tuesday, December 23rd
Simbang Gabi at 7PM
Cathedral
Wednesday-Thursday, December 24th-25th
The Nativity of the Lord (Holy Day of Obligation)
see below for more information
Cathedral
Sunday, December 28th
Conclusion of the Jubilee Year of Hope Mass at 12 PM
Cathedral
Wednesday-Thursday, December 31st- January 1st
The Solemnity of Mary Mother of God (Holy Day of Obligation)
see below for more information
Cathedral
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Pastoral Center & Adoration Chapel Christmas Closed
December 24th-January 2nd
Note: no daily mass on Dec 24th. Only 9AM mass on Dec 26th
see below for more information
Discipleship Opportunity:
33 Days to Morning Glory, Hallow
see below for more information






Simbang Gabi 2025!
Join us in this beloved devotional tradition honoring the Blessed Virgin Mary as we prepare our hearts for the coming of our Lord. 🕯️✨
December 23 • 7:00 PM
Cathedral of St. Francis of Assisi

and they shall name him Emmanuel.-Matthew 1:23


🙌 Don't Miss it! 🔥💙
Friday, December 19th
Advent Penance Service at 6PM
Cathedral
Saturday, December 20th
Christmas Flowers Distribution at 8AM
Pastoral Center
Cathedral Concert Series presents
Handel's Messiah at 7:30PM
Cathedral
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Volunteering Opportunities at St. Francis
Christmas Flowers Distribution
See Below



Join us for a joyful morning of fellowship, food, and Christmas cheer!
Bring a dish to share and celebrate the season together.
📅 Wednesday, December 17
⏰ 9:30 AM
📍 Parish Center
45 Library Place, Metuchen
👶 Children welcome!
📩 Questions? Contact Michelle: chocdabelle@gmail.com
We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 💚✨





🙌 Don't Miss it! 🔥💙
Friday, December 12th
A Night of Hope: Advent Penance Service, Adoration, & Praise & Worship Night at 7 pm
Cathedral
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Volunteering Opportunities at St. Francis
Christmas Flowers Distribution
See Below


🧶 Cathedral Prayer Shawl Ministry
Inspired by Scripture, our Prayer Shawl Ministry hand-crafts shawls to bring comfort, healing, and God’s loving presence to those in need.
We meet the first Tuesday of each month at 10 AM in the St. Joseph Room.
Knit? Crochet? Want to learn?
Contact Eileen Swan at eileenswan@verizon.net
or call the Cathedral Pastoral Center 732-548-0100.

Join us this season as we support our community through our Toy Drive, Coat & Blanket Drive, and gather in fraternity for our Council Christmas Party.
Thank you for helping us share warmth, charity, and Christmas joy! 🎄🕊️
Questions? Email SF.KofC3272@outlook.com

Sing to the Lord a new song, for he has done marvelous deeds.-Psalm 98:1
The Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception is a Holy Day of Obligation
Cathedral Mass times for today will be:
7:00AM | 8:00AM | 12:10 PM | 5:00PM

Monday, December 8 is a Holy Day of Obligation as we honor Mary, conceived without sin.
Join us for Mass at:
7:00 AM • 8:00 AM • 12:00 PM • 5:00 PM
“O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee.” 💙

all flesh shall see the salvation of God.-Luke 3:4, 6



Treat your family and friends to delicious holiday goodies from LaBon Bakery—and support our HSA at the same time!
Choose from mixed butter cookies, struffoli platters, and assorted chocolate-covered pretzels… perfect for gifting or enjoying at home this season. ❤️
📅 Preorder & Prepay by 12/10
📍 Pickup: Thursday, December 18 • 2–3PM • The Breezeway
Scan the QR code on the flyer to order today!
Thank you for supporting our school and students! 🎅🏼🎄🍬

