Our Lady Star Of The Sea Bulletin: What You Might Miss
- 01. Our Lady Star of the Sea Bulletin: Key Updates Explained
- 02. What Is the Our Lady Star of the Sea Bulletin?
- 03. Key Features of the Weekly Bulletin
- 04. Latest Bulletin Updates (February 2026)
- 05. Upcoming Parish Events Schedule
- 06. Parish Financial Transparency Table
- 07. How to Access the Bulletin
- 08. Bulletin Contact Information
- 09. Frequently Asked Questions
- 10. Marist Educational Connection
Our Lady Star of the Sea Bulletin: Key Updates Explained
The Our Lady Star of the Sea bulletin is the weekly parish newsletter for Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church in Cape May, New Jersey, published every Sunday with Mass schedules, liturgical readings, parish announcements, ministry updates, and event information. The current bulletin (February 15, 2026) covers The Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time and includes Ash Wednesday preparations, Lenten retreats, bereavement support groups, and the 2025 Catholic Ministries Appeal progress at 69% of its $147,300 goal.
What Is the Our Lady Star of the Sea Bulletin?
The bulletin serves as the primary communication channel for the parish family, administered by the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales. It provides weekly Mass intentions, lector and Eucharistic minister schedules, financial contributions, sacramental information (Baptism, Marriage, Confession), and ministry meeting details for the Cape May community.
Key Features of the Weekly Bulletin
- Mass Schedule: Saturday 4:00pm; Sunday 8:30am, 10:30am (Live Stream), 6:00pm; Weekdays 11:00am
- Confession Times: Saturday 3:00-3:30pm; Tuesday & Thursday after 11:00am Mass
- Parish Staff Directory: Pastor Rev. John J. Dolan, OSFS; Parish Administrator Terence McGarvey; Ministry Coordinator Martine Simonis
- Weekly Contributions: Ordinary Income $14,040.99; Expenses $33,613.78 (Jan 31-Feb 1, 2026)
Latest Bulletin Updates (February 2026)
The February 15, 2026 bulletin highlights Ash Wednesday preparations (February 18) with three Mass times: 7:00am, 11:00am, and 6:30pm. The parish is also launching a 6-week Bereavement Support Group starting February 17, 2026, meeting Tuesdays 12:30-2:30pm in the de Sales Room.
Upcoming Parish Events Schedule
- February 18, 2026: Ash Wednesday - Start of Lenten Season
- February 21, 2026: 7th grade Confirmation Retreat @ 10am
- February 25, 2026: Chair Yoga (STRETCH BREATHE RELAX) @ 12:00-2:00pm
- March 13-15, 2026: Lenten Retreat "The Way of the Cross"
- March 17, 2026: St. Patrick's Day 50/50 Raffle Draw - $35,000 pot
- May 9, 2026: 2nd grade First Holy Communion
- May 17, 2026: May Crowning - 2nd grade procession @ 9:30am
Parish Financial Transparency Table
| Metric | Amount | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Catholic Ministries Appeal Goal | $147,300.00 | Target |
| Amount Raised (as of 2/4/26) | $101,607.89 | 69% complete |
| Balance Remaining | $45,692.11 | 31% to go |
| Weekly Ordinary Income | $14,040.99 | Jan 31-Feb 1, 2026 |
| Weekly Expenses | $33,613.78 | Jan 31-Feb 1, 2026 |
How to Access the Bulletin
Parishioners can access the bulletin digitally through the parish website at www.ladystarofthesea.org under the Bulletins section, or by texting "OLSOS" to 84576 for Flocknote updates. The current bulletin PDF (February 15, 2026) is available at the parish's Zumu-powered website.
Bulletin Contact Information
For bulletin advertisements or questions, contact Regina Alulis (Bulletin Contact) at ralulis@netscape.net or call the Parish Office at 609-884-5312. The parish office is open Monday-Friday 9:00am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-4:00pm.
Frequently Asked Questions
Marist Educational Connection
While Our Lady Star of the Sea in Cape May is administered by the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales, the Star of the Sea Province name appears in Marist educational contexts across Latin America and Oceania, including new Marist communities in Timor Leste and the Marist Champagnat Institute in Fiji, demonstrating the global reach of Marist pedagogy aligned with Catholic educational mission.
The bulletin exemplifies community-centered Catholic communication, blending spiritual formation with practical parish governance-core principles that resonate with Marist educational values of holistic formation, service, and community engagement across diverse cultures.
Key concerns and solutions for Our Lady Star Of The Sea Bulletin What You Might Miss
Where is Our Lady Star of the Sea located?
Our Lady Star of the Sea is located at 520 Lafayette Street, Cape May, NJ 08204-1487, administered by the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales with parish office at 525 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ 08204.
What are the current Mass times?
Summer Mass schedule: Saturday 4:00pm; Sunday 8:30am, 10:30am (Live Stream), 6:00pm; Weekdays Monday-Friday 11:00am. The last Sunday for summer schedule is September 7, 2025.
When is the next bulletin published?
The bulletin is published weekly every Sunday. The previous week was February 8, 2026, and the current week is February 15, 2026.
How do I register for parish ministries?
Complete the Parish Registration form and place it in the Offertory basket or send it to the Parish Office. For specific ministries, contact Martine Simonis (Ministry Coordinator) at 609-884-5312 ext. 110.
Is the bulletin available online?
Yes, bulletins are available at www.ladystarofthesea.org/olss/Bulletins/ with archives dating back to 2014, including the February 15, 2026 PDF.
