Our annual "Big Game" sub-sandwich find raiser is back and orders are now being taken now. See HERE for more information, including online ordering.

March 12th: Our annual St Patrick Day corned beef sit-down dinner back, with a take-out option. Complete homemade dinner: including Corned Beef, Cabbage, Carrots, Colcannon Potatoes, Dessert (beer and wine included). All proceeds go toward Parish repairs and upgrades. See HERE for full details.

We have officially kicked-off the implementation of our $150k security grant (2021 FEMA Nonprofit Security Grant Program) with the issuance of the first of several Request-for-Proposals (RFP). The first phase is focused on surveillance cameras, alarms, and building access control systems. This will be followed by a Door RFP later this year that targets the replacement of many aging doors across all three buildings, including the main doors of the church. Would you like to get involved? We could use your help (no experience necessary). Contact safety@stjudehopatcong.org to reach us. See HERE for full details.

Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney has announced that the Diocese of Paterson will be launching a yearlong celebration of the Year of the Eucharist in 2022 to encourage the faithful to develop a greater love and appreciation of the Eucharist, “The source and summit of our faith.” It will begin on Sunday, Jan. 9, the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord. Learn more HERE.

Our Family Faith formation celebration is this Sunday (19-Dec) beginning with 9:00AM Mass and then proceeding up to the Parish Center for a light breakfast and lesson. There will be no classes until January 2, 2022. Have a blessed and healthy Christmas

The parish business office will be closed December 24 through January 3, 2022. Wishing all a Blessed Christmas and a Happy New Year.

On Sunday 9-January the St. Jude K. of C. will be holding their annual "After Christmas, Christmas Party" in the Parish Center. Please make your $25 brunch payment by 3-January. See HERE for full details.

John Gregory Armeno passed away at the age of 83 on November 23, 2021, at VNA Hospice, St. Clare’s Dover, with his loving family by his side. He was a long-time parishioner and supporter of Saint Jude Church. He served as a Cantor, Lector, Usher, CCD and Confirmation Teacher. John's Life Celebration will include visiting on Sunday November 28, 2021 from 2:00 - 7:00 PM at the Leber-Lakeside Funeral Home, 150 Landing Road, Landing, NJ. A Funeral Mass will be offered on Monday November 29, 2021 beginning at 11:00 AM at St. Jude RC Church, 40 Maxim Drive, Hopatcong, NJ.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear friend Kathleen Barger on November 1 after a brief illness. We grieve at her leaving us so suddenly, but we know she is with all the Saints and Angels and her beloved husband Tommy. The Funeral will be at our parish on Friday, November 5th at 11:00 am.

For 2021, All Saints Day (Monday 1-Nov) is not a Holy Day of Obligation, however there is a 7 PM mass on Monday in addition to the regular 8 AM daily mass.

Come join our Church Family at St Jude’s Pot Luck Dinner. Thursday November 18th @ 6:00 pm in the Parish Center. Bring a hot covered dish, enough to  feed your family plus 1 other friend. This event is a great way to get to know your fellow parishioners and build a stronger community. See HERE for further details and to RSVP.

Parish Halloween Costume Party and Dinner, featuring comedy hypnotist Gary Conrad Only $20 per person. See HERE for full details.

Our new 4-camera permanent live streaming solution debut at the 9 AM mass on 22-August. Thanks to all who contributed both financially and with their time/talent to making this system possible. This was a parishioner-led effort, allowing your dollars to go farther. A particularly thanks to Rob Bond (design and installation), Tom Gilmore (Gilmore Electric, installation), and Rich Hoer. MORE

There will be great food, lots of games for all and a chance to reconnect with good friends. Admission is free! Please RSVP HERE by September 7th

Our annual Holiday Craft Fair returns this year in October. Please mark your calendar for Saturday October 23, 2021 (10 AM to 4 PM) . Vendors: Registration is now open. See HERE for full details. Get our Flyer HERE

Click HERE to download, complete, and print the family registration form for the 2021-2022 year. Classes will be in person this year. Return the completed form to the Faith Formation office at the St Jude Rectory. Please return no later than August 1st. The fee for this year is $150.00 for the family ($175 after August 1st). Please contact Lillian with questions (973-398-6377)

For all of those in good health, the dispensation from the obligation to participate in Sunday Eucharist is lifted effective on the Vigil of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, June 5, 2021. See HERE for full details including a video message from Bishop Sweeney

The Catholic Bishops of New Jersey, are lifting the dispensation of the Sunday and Holy Days Mass obligation beginning on Saturday, June 5, 2021, and Sunday, June 6, 2021, Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. We welcome the Christian faithful to return to the regular participation in the Sunday Eucharist. See THIS LETTER for more details.

We would like to invite everyone to celebrate the Divine Mercy Sunday during the Prayer Service at 3 PM. At 2:30 PM you will be able to receive the sacrament of confession. During the Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament we are going to pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy, and pray for our families and our country.