Mass Intentions

SATURDAY, APRIL 13 5:00 pm Eleanor Cervone, Joseph Romano, Peter, Regina & Patty O'Brien, The Peter McLaughlin Family, Vincent & Catherine Vecchiarelli 7:00 pm Aida Jesus, Maria Obdeilda Zapata SUNDAY, APRIL 14 7:15 am The Carl & Elsie Chiarolanzio Family, The Joseph & Agnes Kitchell Family, Toni Chiarolanzio, Angela Toto 9:00 am Joanne Yeager, Orsala Allocca, Charles & Gladys Walker, Pamela D'Amico, John & Pauline Altamura, Anthony Troianello 10:30 am Hank Colbert, George Young, Tony Ferrara, Pietro & Carolina Allocca, Sean Needham 12:00 pm Sam & Margaret Passarella, The Coluzzi Family, Thomas L. DeBiasse, John & Carmela Limone, Madeline & James Primavera MONDAY, APRIL 15 6:30 am Regina Fielding, Marianna Plank 8:30 am Elinor Mantone, Theresa Bell, Theresa Mooney 12:00 pm Jack Jacobi, Robert Hoban TUESDAY, APRIL 16 6:30 am Toni Chiarolanzio 8:30 am Anthony Macri, Dominick Allocco, Joan Lia 12:00 pm Mary Dirlam WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17 6:30 am For the people of the parish 8:30 am Joseph M. Heilmann, Jr., Oscar Doyle, Steve Elias, Sr., Ann & Frank Papa, Carlos Mauricio Bledt, Marcela Bledt -Birthday Blessings 12:00 pm Sam Gisoldi, Helene Carroll, Maureen Snyder THURSDAY, APRIL 18 - HOLY THURSDAY 9:00 am Morning Prayer 7:00 pm Bi-Lingual Mass of the Lord's Supper and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament until Midnight 11:45 pm Night Prayer FRIDAY, APRIL 19 - GOOD FRIDAY 9:00 am Morning Prayer 3:00 pm Liturgy of the Lord's Passion & Death, Veneration of the Cross and Holy Communion 7:00 pm Passion of the Lord (Spanish) SATURDAY, APRIL 20 - HOLY SATURDAY 9:00 am Morning Prayer 12:00 pm Blessing of Easter Food 8:00 pm Easter Vigil with the celebration of the Sacraments of Initiation SUNDAY, APRIL 21 - EASTER SUNDAY 7:15 am Church 9:00 am Church and Auditorium 10:30 am Church and Auditorium 12:00 pm Church and Auditorium 2:30 pm Church (Spanish)

Sacraments

Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing in the name of the Father and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I

have commanded you. (Matthew 28:19-20)

Julie Calaes Scarpin, Sophia Calaes Scarpin, who were baptized April 6, 2019

Dallas John Burrini who was baptized April 7, 2019

For this reason a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh. So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore, what God has joined together, no human being must separate. (Matthew 19:5-6)

Russell Boardman and Katie St. Cyr who were married April 6, 2019

Jack Farina, Jacob Shaw, Francis Murphy, Ricky Carroll, Nicholas De Pierro, Sr., Brad Errington, Helen Pickel, Liz Vacchiano

PRAY FOR THOSE WHO HAVE GONE HOME

TO THE LORD: Lord for your faithful people life is changed not ended. When the body of our earthly dwelling lies in death we gain an everlasting dwelling place in heaven.

FINANCIAL BLESSINGS The weekend collection for Saturday/Sunday, April 6/7 amounted to $26,120.00. Your generosity to our Church is gratefully appreciated.

CHILDREN'S COLLECTION Our children’s collection for Good Counsel Homes for the weekend of April 6/7 amounted to $51.00. Thank you girls and boys for helping.

HOLY WEEK OFFICE HOURS The Parish Offices will close on Holy Thursday, April 18 at 12:00 Noon, be closed Good Friday and also Easter Monday, April 22. The offices will reopen on Tuesday, April 23 at 8:30 a.m.

A Blessed Easter to all!

Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord April 14, 2019

In reflecting on the Gospel reading for the celebration of Palm Sunday of the Lord's Passion I was struck by something that I had never noticed before. In the Gospel account of the Lord's entry into Jerusalem, which begins the liturgy, Saint Luke tells us that Jesus sought out a colt on which no one had ever sat to ride into the holy city. In the Passion narrative, at the heart of the liturgy, Luke ends his account by telling us that Jesus was laid in a tomb in which no one had yet been buried. It was the first time for the colt and a first time for the tomb. To me, this was an invitation to enter into Holy Week as if it was the first time we were hearing the story of Jesus' last supper with his Apostles, his betrayal and trial, his death on the cross, his burial and finally his glorious resurrection from the dead. To engage the celebration of the paschal mystery - the death and resurrection of Christ - with a beginner's mind invites us to be present to the saving act of Jesus Christ in a way that allows us to experience it anew. It invites us to look for things we have never seen before in the sacred rituals of the church and to listen for sacred words that we never heard proclaimed before, speaking to our hearts and souls. Holy Week is not remembering what Jesus did for us over two thousand years ago. The kind of remembering we do in these sacred days is meant to make Christ's sacrifice present to us in the here and now. It is an invitation to surrender to the woundrous love that Jesus Christ showed us on the cross, a love that is stronger than death. We are able to experience all of this in a new way because who we are today is not the same as yesterday. Hopefully these forty days of Lent have formed us a little more fully into a better version of ourselves, bringing us to the threshhold of the Sacred Triduum - Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter - different than when Lent began. We have also been made different by the life experiences that we have had, the trials and tribulations, along with the successes and triumphs that have helped define who we are in this moment. We bring this new version of our self to Jesus Christ who in this time and in this place once again washes our feet and feeds us with His body and blood. Jesus invites us anew to embrace and to kiss His cross, the instrument of our salvation, and to share in the power of His rising from the dead. As a people baptized in Christ and formed at the font of rebirth we renew the promises we made to live, move and to have our being in Him. And so my friends let us be companions on the journey with Jesus, stepping into Holy Week with minds, hearts and souls open to what God will reveal to us in Christ about how He loves us as His sons and daughters - right here and right now.

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Parish Staff

Rev. Msgr. George F. Hundt, Pastor FrGeorge@svmnj.org .................................. ext. 101 Rev. Przemyslaw Gawlik, Parochial Vicar Ms. Anne Marie Gisoldi, Vice Princ./Dir. of Youth Ministry FrPrzemek@svmnj.org ……………………………….. ext. 102 Annemarie.Gisoldi@svmnj.org ................ ext. 300 Deacon Robert Morton Mrs. Barbara Armenti, Director of Music Ministry bobmort2002@yahoo.com ................. 973-361-4528 barmenti@optonline.net ......................... ext. 262 Mrs. Jan Figenshu, Pastoral Minister Mrs. Linda Loria, Church Organist Jan.Figenshu@svmnj.org …………………………… ext. 253 njlal@optonline.net ………………………………….ext. 262 Mrs. Denise Stefanelli, Director of Christian Formation Mrs. Kathy Simonelli, Parish Business Administrator Denise.Stefanelli@svmnj.org .................... ext. 251 Kathy.Simonelli@svmnj.org …………………….. ext.105 Sr. Noreen Holly, School Principal Ms. Maribeth Kenworthy, Parish Secretary nholly@svmsnj.org ................................... ext. 201 maribeth.kenworthy@svmnj.org ……………..ext. 106

Trustees: Mrs. Barbara Doyle and Mr. Joseph Verbaro

SACRED TRIDUUM April 18, 19, 20 - Morning Prayer at 9 am

HOLY THURSDAY – APRIL 18 MASS OF THE LORD’S SUPPER (BILINGUAL) – 7:00 pm

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament until midnight Night Prayer - 11:45 pm

GOOD FRIDAY – APRIL 19 LITURGY OF THE LORD’S PASSION AND DEATH, VENERATION OF THE CROSS AND HOLY COMMUNION

3:00 pm in English: 7:00 pm Spanish HOLY SATURDAY – APRIL 20

Blessing of Easter Food - 12:00 pm Easter Vigil – 8:00 pm

with the celebration of the Sacraments of Initiation EASTER SUNDAY – APRIL 21

Masses of the Resurrection of the Lord: Church: 7:15 am, 9:00 am, 10:30 am, 12:00 pm and 2:30 pm (Spanish)

School Gym: 9:00 am and 10:30 am and Noon Please join us!

Please return your Lenten Almsgiving donations for the Romero Center Ministries this weekend, either by putting it in the collection basket or dropping it off at the parish office. Thanks, in advance for the support you are providing. As a follow-up to this year’s Lenten Almsgiving outreach, we are investigating a day-of-service at the Center. More information will be provided in a future bulletin and pulpit announcements.

EASTER MASS GREETERS NEEDED

As we celebrate Easter, our church will be welcoming parishioners, members of our community and friends from all over. Please help our Welcoming Committee extend a warm greeting to our mass attendees by volunteering to be a greeter at the Easter mass you plan to attend. Greeters are needed at all masses. Please contact Kathleen McMorrow at (732) 742-9049 to volunteer to be a greeter.

Welcoming Ministry - Welcome Cards

Last weekend, the Welcoming Ministry implemented a new initiative to welcome new parishioners and visitors to our parish. Located at the three entrances to the church as well as in the Ministry Center are postcards of welcome, in both English and Spanish, where you can indicate whether you are interested in joining the parish, are a visitor, are interested in becoming Catholic or have a prayer request. Upon completion of the card, place it in the collection basket or drop it off in the Parish Office at the Ministry Center for processing.

NAMETAG WEEKEND Nametag Weekend returns April 27-28. As always, we need assistance with welcoming our parishioners and distributing nametags at the greeting tables for masses throughout the weekend. Please contact Kathleen McMorrow at (732) 742-9049 to serve as a volunteer at the mass you plan to attend. We welcome members of our youth to assist with nametag weekend to earn volunteer hours.

COME REFLECT AND SHARE

Members of the Pastoral Council will be hosting a series of discernment sessions for parishioners on several topics over the next few months in response to your thoughtful comments to our Parish Survey. The first topic in this series is for those parishioners who find themselves spiritually affected by the clergy abuse scandal that has permeated the Catholic Church. These meetings will be hosted by members of the Pastoral Council and will provide an open and honest forum to discuss this issue. The dates of the sessions are below and space is limited to 12 people per group offered on a first-come, first served basis, and more will be added as the need arises.

Monday evening, April 15, 7:30 - 9:00 pm

Saturday morning, May 4, 10:00 - 11:30 am

Wednesday morning, May 8: 10:00 - 11:30 am

Wednesday evening, May 22, 7:30 - 9:00 pm If you are interested in participating in any of these sessions, please reach out to any member of the Parish Council (partial list below):

Gene Picone: gpicone2358@msn.com

Laura Balogh: LMBalogh@optonline.net John Formica: jrfjr1651@gmail.com

Stewardship

“They took hold of a certain Cyrenian, named Simon, who was coming in from the country; and after

laying the cross on him, they made him carry it behind Jesus.”

Whether Simon entered willingly and compassionately into this service or whether he took up the Cross of Christ with a grudge, we don’t know. What we do know is this: Simon did his part faithfully. He stayed near to Christ, carrying the Cross until our Lord reached Golgotha, the site of His crucifixion. We also know that Simon’s family were among the first of the early Christians. Staying near to Christ, embracing the Cross (quite literally), transformed his life and the life of his family. Where will you place yourself this week? Keeping your distance from all the pain and suffering Christ endured? Or close by, staying near to Him like Simon did? It is when we go near to Christ that we can be transformed by Him. It is by embracing the crosses in our lives, stewarding them well rather than trying to run from them, that we become His true disciples.

PRAY WITH THE SCRIPTURES: EASTER SEASON BIBLE STUDY

The Resurrection Narratives

Please join us for this five part class to reflect and learn about the post-Resurrection appearances of Jesus. Each reading of the Scriptures brings us to a new understanding of God’s WORD for us. Easter is celebrated for 50 days and we can learn and pray with some of the important stories about the Risen Lord. All are welcome

Evening: May 7, 14, 21, 28 and June 4 at 7:15 PM—Parish Media Ctr. Morning: May 8, 15, 22, 29 and June 5 at 9:15 AM—St. Peter’s Rm.

Please bring your Bible!

The Trip of a Lifetime: Make a Pilgrimage to the Holy Land NB: This pilgrimage has been rescheduled for February 2020.

Anytime is the perfect opportunity to travel to the homeland of Jesus. Our pilgrimage, led by Father Darwin Lastra and Jan Figenshu, will change you forever. Each group is a unique and intimate community which allows us to experience the special places of the Gospels in a new and more intimate way. Ask any of our parishioners who have gone on a pilgrimage to the Holy Land and they will agree:: Traveling to the homeland of Jesus changes you forever. The benefits of making this trip are plentiful: experience a spiritual awakening, discover

the land of the Bible, gain a deeper insight and understanding of Scripture. Be transformed in ways you cannot even begin to imagine. Stay tuned for dates and details in the upcoming weeks! This trip is YOUR time. We look forward to experiencing Nazareth, Mt Tabor, the Jordan River, a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee, the way of the Cross, the birthplace of Jesus, the streets of Jerusalem, and witnessing the empty tomb with you. We will stand in the sites of the Scriptures and walk in the footsteps of Jesus. Join us!! You will never be the same and you most certainly will not regret it. For more information, contact Jan Figenshu at jan.figenshu@svmnj.org or ext 253.

PASTORAL COUNCIL

At the March meeting of the Pastoral Council Father George shared that the parish is forming a committee to continue investigating the best security issues as we work with our local police department. The Stewardship mailing and the focus groups regarding the sexual abuse crisis were discussed. Applications for new council members have been accepted and are currently being reviewed. Thank you to those who applied. Ear to the Ground issues were presented.. The main agenda topic will be forming focus group questions based on the results of the Expanding Our Vision Survey. Our next meeting will be on Wednesday, April 24 at 7:30 pm. in the Library Media Center Please note the change in day.

CELEBRATION OF SPECIAL ANNIVERSARIES

April 28, 2019 at 10:30 AM Liturgy If you were married in 1949, 1959, 1969, or 1994, then you are celebrating a special anniversary this year. Our Parish will affirm these anniversaries with a special Mass on Sunday, April 28 at the 10:30

AM Mass. Please contact the Parish Office so we can include you in the celebration. For more information, contact Jan at Jan.Figenshu@svmnj.org or ext 253.

Prayer

SVM ROSARY ALTAR SOCIETY COMMUNION BREAKFAST

Sunday, May 5

9:00 a.m. Mass - Breakfast to follow Guest Speaker: Father Alphonse J. Stephenson

Maestro of Orchestra of St. Peter by the Sea He will be giving a talk entitled

"Follow the Man with the Water Jar" Place: Hanover Manor, 16 Eagle Rock Ave., East

Hanover $35.00 per person

For reservations or more information contact: Joanne Novack 201-572-5650

or Diane Wallace 973-224-2794

COMMUNION BREAKFAST

RAFFLE BASKET DONATIONS

If you would like to donate an item to be included in the raffle baskets at our Communion Breakfast, please contact Bridget Mantone at bmantone@gmail.com or Diane Wallace at diane.wallace36@gmail.com Your donation would be greatly appreciated.

WEEKLY HOLY HOUR AND DIVINE MERCY CHAPLET We are hosting a Holy Hour immediately after the Noon Mass each Thursday. During the Holy Hour we will recite the Chaplet of the Divine Mercy and have some quiet time of reflection. All are welcome to share in this holy hour.

ROSARY SOCIETY

The Rosary is prayed daily at 8:00 a.m. followed by Mass at 8:30 a.m. Let us continue this devotion to our Blessed Mother. Remember the Rosary Altar Society meets every 2nd Monday of the month.

SUNDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY GROUP

Please consider joining the Sunday Night Bible Study Group this spring for 'Love Crosses Boundaries: Jonah and Ruth' on Sunday evenings from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at various parishioners homes. The dates are April 28, May 5, 19, 26, June 2, 9. Books will be provided once you register with Christine Farner at 973-593-9243 or christinefarner@yahoo.com.

Education

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL We are so pleased to announce the date and theme for this year's Vacation Bible School. Please save the dates of July 8-12 for ROAR. The times will be 9:30 am- 12:30 pm. Make VBS the mane event of the summer! This epic African adventure engages the whole herd. At Roar, kids celebrate God's goodness with a ferocious faith that powers them through this wildlife. All incoming Kindergarten - Fifth graders are welcome to attend. All incoming 8th graders and high school students are welcome to be crew leaders. Additionally adult leaders and volunteers will be needed. Registration to follow soon. With questions/concerns and volunteer interest please email mariannepallino@gmail.com or denise.stefanelli@svmnj.org.

YOUTH NEWS

1) Mystagogia team meeting on Thursday evening, April 18 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. in the Youth Center.

2.) Mystagogia retreat for all juniors and seniors on April 27 and 28. All details are located on the website.

FINAL CALL FOR ENROLLMENT AT SVMS

St. Vincent Marty School is approaching full capacity for its pre-school - 8th grade classes for the 2019 - 2020 school year. There are a few remaining spots available in our Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd and 3rd grades, as well as some additional spots in our expanded PreK-3 program. Don't delay your decision to enroll! St. Vincent Martyr School, the oldest Catholic school in the Diocese of Paterson, continues to thrive in an era when many other Catholic schools are struggling. We offer a modern and competitive STEM-based academic program in a faith-filled environment. Our school enrollment exceeds 400 students, with at least two classes offered in each grade. Visit the Admissions page on our website to begin your enrollment journey at www.svmsnj.org. If you have any questions, please contact the school office at 973-377-1104, ext. 202 or 203.

Service

HOPE HOUSE FOOD COLLECTION - CHANGE OF DATE

Our monthly collection for Hope House has been changed to April 27/28 due to the Easter holiday. We accept non-perishable items such as canned goods, paper products, baby formula, diapers, and more. Hope House has acknowledged our previous donation of over 400 lbs. of assorted groceries.

UNIQUE SERVICE OPPORTUNITY

Did you know that there is a cloistered Carmelite community living close to our parish at 189 Madison Ave, Morristown? The Monastery of the Most Blessed Virgin of Mount Carmel was founded in Morristown more than 90 years ago. The 22 nuns living there are either in formation or have professed their final vows. They seek union with God through a consecrated life of prayer and self-sacrifice. The Monastery is independent of the Diocese of Paterson, meaning the sisters' material needs are TOTALLY provided through God's providence. This is where our unique service opportunity comes in. Can you donate food staples and basic supplies like laundry detergent and toilet tissue? Can you provide financial assistance for healthcare costs, utilities and repairs? Can you volunteer time toward making repairs? Are you a skilled trade worker who would be willing to coordinate and complete a service project? Whether it is short-term, one-time or sometimes - there are so many possible avenues for our parishioners to explore as a way to help the Carmelite sisters. Please contact Hattie Alexander, a Lay Carmelite, at 973-349-2118 to get started.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS SCHOLARSHIPS The Knights are offering two $1,500 college scholarships for students attending college as freshman in fall of 2019. Eligible students are children/grandchildren of living or

deceased members (in good standing) of the Knights Council 2248 and students attending college as freshman in 2019. The scholarship process includes providing a high school transcript, description of community service while in high school and a 500 word essay are requirements. The deadline is April 26 by 5:00 p.m. For application or questions contact Larry Palumbo at lpalumbo@falconpartnersllc.com or 973-868-8405.

In the Community

Sisters of Charity of St. Elizabeth, hosts a "Holy Hour for Peace" in their Chapel on the third Tuesday of every month from 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. The Holy Hour includes short prayers, music and scripture and mostly silence. The next Holy Hour is Tuesday, April 16. Parsippany K of C presents "A Night to Remember The King" Craig Newell's Tribute to Elvis on May 11 at Parish Center of All Saints Academy School, Baldwin Rd., Parsippany. General admission is $20 seniors, veterans, students are $15. For tickets call Pat at 862-309-2410. Madison Senior Services, is offering a trip to see "Beautiful" The Carole King Musical on Wednesday, May 22 leaving from the ice rink parking lot, Rosedale Ave. at 10:45 a.m. Tickets are $75.00 (right orchestra seats). To register online go to register.capturepoint.com/MadisonBorough. Any questions please call 973-593-3095. Assumption College for Sisters, Denville will offer a summer session from May 28 - July 3 which includes The Church: Its Nature and History (3 credits) and Fundamental Moral Theology (3 credits). Cost for a three credit course is $510. and an audited course is $255. For more information please phone 973-957-0188, ext. 106 or email academicdean@acs350.org.

A Family Perspective

Today Jesus tells us "I am among you as one who serves." In accepting the palm branch today, you publicly confirm your baptismal promise to follow Jesus as "one who serves." Selfless service defines a family as Christian.

San Vicente Mártir

Abril 13, 2019

Experiencia Hispana

Rev. Msgr. George F. Hundt,

Párroco x 101 FrGeorge@svmnj.org

Rev. Przemek Gawlik Vicario x102

FrPrzemek@svmnj.org

Deacon Robert Morton, Diácono permanente

Bobmort2002@yahoo.com

Mrs. Jan Figenshu, Asociada Pastoral x 253 Jan.Figenshu@svmnj.org

Mrs. Denise Stefanelli,

Dir. Ed. Religiosa x 251 Denise.Stefanelli@svmnj.org

Ms. Anne Marie Gisoldi, Dir. Jóvenes x 300

AnneMarie.Gisoldi@svmnj.org

Mrs. Kathy Simonelli, Administradora x105

Kathy.Simonelli@svmnj.org

Ms. Maribeth Kenworthy, Secretaria x106

Maribeth.Kenworthy@svmnj.org

La colecta del Pasado 7 de

Abril fue de 338. dólares.

Dios multiplique su

generosidad.

DOMINGO DE RAMOS DE LA PASIÓN DEL SEÑOR Domingo Lk 19:28-40; Is 50:4-7; Phil 2:6-11; Lk 22:14—23:56 or 23:1-49 Lunes Is 42:1-7; Jn 12:1-11 Martes Is 49:1-6; Jn 13:21-33, 36-38 Miércoles Is 50:4-9a; Mt 26:14-25 Jueves Misa Crismal: Is 61:1-3a, 6a, 8b-9; Rv 1:5-8; Lk 4:16-21 Misa vespertina de la cena del Señor: Ex 12:1-8, 11-14; 1 Cor 11:23-26; Jn 13:1-15 Viernes Is 52:13—53:12; Heb 4:14-16, 5:7-9; Jn 18:1—19:42 Sábado Vigilia: Gn 1:1—2:2 or 1:1, 26-31a; Gn 22:1-18 or 22:1-2, 9a, 10-13, 15-18; Ex 14:15—15:1; Is 54:5-14; Is 55:1-11; Bar 3:9-15, 32—4:4; Ez 36:16-17a, 18-28; Rom 6:3-11; Lk 24:1-12

DOMINGO DE RAMOS DE LA PASIÓN DEL SEÑOR

Primera Lectura: Isaías 50:4-7 Isaías describe a un individuo quien ha sido enseñado por Dios a ayudar a otros. También cuenta que está dispuesto a ser azotado y escupido, seguro de que con la ayuda de Dios no será deshonrado. Segunda Lectura: Filipenses 2:6-11 Pablo discute cómo Jesús no exigió semejanza con Dios, sino que tomó forma humana. Se humilló suficientemente como para aceptar morir en la cruz. Dios lo exaltó y quiere que nosotros respetemos el nombre de Jesús y lo adoremos. Evangelio: San Lucas 22:14―23:56 Lucas cuenta detalladamente sobre la última cena de Jesús con los apóstoles, en donde Jesús les dice que pronto sufrirá para cumplir la voluntad de Dios. Luego Jesús oró para que Dios lo librara si lo deseaba. Después de que Judas lo traicionó, fué arrestado. A pesar de que Pilatos no creyó que Jesús fuera culpable de ningún crimen, se lo entregó al pueblo, y sentenció a Jesús a morir en la cruz. Luego de que Jesús fué crucificado, pusieron su cuerpo en un sepulcro nuevo.

Los Sacramentos

Reconciliación (Confesiones): Todos los Sábados a las

4:00pm o haciendo una cita con uno de los sacerdotes, ya sea llamando a la oficina o hablando con ellos directamente o antes de la Misa en Español. 973-377-4000 ext. 102.

Unción de los Enfermos: Para las personas que están gravemente enfermas,

hospitalizadas o preparándose para una cirugía, al igual que las personas de edad avanzada un asilo para la tercera edad. Para administrar este Sacramento; Favor de llamar a la oficina de la parroquia para que uno de los sac erdotes administre la Unción de los enfermos. 973-377-4000 ext. 102.

Cursillo Pre-Bautismal en español: Llamando a la oficina y planear una cita con el sacerdote, 973-377-4000 Ext. 102

PARA TENER EN CUENTA… Talentos… Dios nos ha dado a cada uno de nosotros muchos talentos. Por lo tanto, hay que ponerlos al servicio, si usted es bueno en lectura puede unirse al grupo de lectores de nuestra parroquia; tendríamos una práctica; si está interesado por favor llamar al Padre Darwin al 973-377-4000 ext. 102 o ver antes o después de la Eucaristía.

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Devoción Mariana Mayo y octubre son los meses dedicados a la Virgen María. Desde el sábado 6 de octubre comenzaremos nuestra Devoción Mariana con nuestra Virgen Peregrina, elegiremos a cuatro o cinco familias que deseen abrir sus casas para acoger a la Virgen durante una semana, rezar el Santo Rosario y vivir nuestra fe en comunidad. Los motivo para que nos unamos a esta gran devoción mariana y extiendan esta invitación a sus familiares y amigos para que también experimenten el amor maternal de la Virgen María y sus grandes bendiciones. ¡Participa en familia! UNA FRESCA PERSPECTIVA DE LAS LECTURAS DOMINICALES SU PALABRA HOY por el Reverendo William J. Reilly

Domingo de Ramos de la Pasión del Señor 14 de abril de 2019

“Vayan al pueblo que está enfrente y, al entrar, encontrarán un asno atado, que nadie ha montado todavía. Desátenlo y tráiganlo; y si alguien les pregunta: ‘¿Qué están haciendo?’, respondan: ‘El Señor lo necesita.’” Conocemos bien los eventos de Semana Santa. Empezando hoy, se despliegan frente a nosotros de nuevo. Solemnemente concluimos las oraciones, sacrificios, y buenas obras de la Cuaresma. Los días de tridium cuando revivimos el misterio pascual son más que la tradición. Cristo crucificado, rechazado, es real para nosotros hoy. Las instrucciones de Jesús a sus dos discípulos se nos dirigen a nosotros. Si alguien les pregunta por qué están viviendo esta Semana Santa, la respuesta es la misma: ‘El Señor lo necesita.’ Nuestro amoroso Dios no nos pide que simplemente recordemos, sino que nos reta a descubrir la pasión de Cristo en nuestros tiempos. Al pasar por las calles camino al Calvario, muchos lo vieron y continuaron sus labores normales. Otros quizá pensaron que el criminal recibía lo que merecía. Esto fue porque no conocían a Cristo. Para los creyentes, la tragedia de la Vía Dolorosa es seguida por la alegría de la resurrección. Esta no es una semana de fracaso, sino de victoria. La pasión y muerte de Cristo llevan a la gloriosa resurrección. Ojalá que las palabras del evangelio expresen el deseo de Jesús para nosotros esta semana. Que sea nuestra mantra: ‘El Señor nos necesita.’ Que sea esta una semana especial de oración y devoción.