Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, 1571 South Martine Avenue in Scotch Plains, invites early risers and early birds to its Sunrise Celebration on Sunday April 4 at 5:30am. The Celebration, which has become a tradition in the parish over the last several years, acknowledges and incorporates elements of two religious cultures represented in its community: those of Italy and of the Philippines.
The Celebration will open with a Mass in the Main Church celebrating the Resurrection with accompaniment provided by a children's "Angel Choir". A breakfast buffet will follow in the Father Byrne Auditorium downstairs, and conclude with Easter Egg Hunts planned to challenge both toddlers and older children (to say nothing of Simon, the parish's Black Labrador mascot).
The festivities should conclude by 7:30am to allow children to catch up with the Easter Bunny at home, and for parents to catch a good nap. The Celebration is free and open to all. Children wishing to sing in the "Angel Choir" are especially invited to call IHM's Director of Religious Education Jeanne Fox for additional details and practice information. For information on the Celebration or for the rest of the Easter Mass Schedule please call the Parish Office at (908) 889-2100 or see the Parish website at www.ihmparish.net.
