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Sunday 03/20/16 Monday 03/21/16 Tuesday 03/22/16 Wednesday 03/23/16
Palm SundaySpring BeginsRF Family Mass 9:30AMLoaves & FishesBlood PressuresCYO End of Year Dinner4-7 PM Parish Ctr.
No 9AM MassChrismMass7PM St. Philip’sClifton
MARCH 20, 2016PALM SUNDAY
SATURDAY, March 19th - Vigil Palm Sundy5:30 P.M. Mary Natale
Paul KostenkoVeronica Mugavin
SUNDAY, March 20th - Palm Sunday7:30 A.M. Jean McGowan
Christopher Michael SegotJohn & Helen Oexle (32nd Ann)
9:30 A.M. Thomas D’Altrui John LonatyStephen & Regina TibusZofia & Jakub Sienko Sophie Puskar (38th Ann)
11:00 A.M. John Connors Samuel SpinaMichael D’AmbolaMartin Keating, Jr. (3rd Ann)
MONDAY, March 21st- No Mass
TUESDAY, March 22nd -9:00 A.M. People of the Parish
WEDNESDAY, March 23rd - 9:00 A.M. Jane Werner
Richard Finkle (36th Ann)
THURSDAY, March 24th - Holy Thursday8:00 P.M. Mass of the Lord’s Supper
FRIDAY March 25th - Good Friday3:00 P.M. Passion of the Lord
SATURDAY, March 26th- Holy Saturday - Easter Vigil8:00 P.M. People of the Parish
SUNDAY, March 27th- Easter Sunday7:30 A.M. Intention of the Priest9:30 A.M. Intention of the Priest
11:00 A.M. Intention of the Priest
IN MEMORYThe Sanctuary Lamp in the Chapel will burnin memory of Mary & Michael Brosonski andthe Sanctuary Lamp in the Chapel will burn
in memory of Margaret & Richard Larkin at the request ofLinda & Dick Larkin and Family.
GOD’S GIFT FOR GIVING March 13th $ 6, 611. 00
Last Year $ 6, 283. 00
HOLY WEEK 2016 AT OLMMon 3/21 - Chrism Mass 7PM (St. Philip’s Clifton)
Thurs 3/24 - Holy Thursday Morning Prayer 9AM Chapel Mass of the Lord’s Supper 8PM Church Eucharistic Adoration Chapel until 12 Midnight
Fri 3/25 - Good Friday Morning Prayer 9AM Chapel Passion of the Lord 3PM Church
Fish Fry Parish Ctr. 4-7PM Stations of the Cross 8PM in Chapel
Sat 3/26 - Holy Saturday Morning Prayer 9AM Chapel Blessing of Easter Food 12PM Chapel
Easter Vigil 8PM ChurchSun 3/27 - Easter Sunday - 7:30; 9:30 & 11AM Church
FROM OUR BISHOPDear Friends in Christ, Year after year, the world seesthe violence in the Middle East and how Christians arebeing forced to flee this area that is so sacred to ourfaith. It is a tragedy happening right before our eyes.
Because of this, the annual collection for the Holy Land takes oneven greater significance, and so I ask for your support when itis taken on Good Friday. This special collection helps make itpossible for Christians to remain in the Holy Land, including poorand young couples, by building affordable apartments andsupporting schools. It offers medical and social assistance,family counseling, youth centers and employment opportunitiesto many seeking work. it gives them hope at a time when allseems hopeless. The collection also funds the work of theFranciscans who have been entrusted for the last 800 yrs withthe care of Holy Land sites. This is a great blessing to Christianswho lives there and for the countless pilgrims who visit eachyear. Last year alone, capital repairs and improvements weremade to sacred sites in Jerusalem, Nazareth and Mt. Tabor,thanks to our participation in the Holy Land collection. This is animportant way for us Catholics to support the place where ourfaith was born. I ask you to be as generous as possible whenthe Collection for the Holy Land is taken up this Good Friday.
Faithfully yours in Christ,
Most Reverend Arthur J. Serratelli, S.T.D., S.S.L., D.D.Bishop of Paterson
Thursday 03/24/16 Friday 03/25/16 Saturday 03/26/16 Sunday 03/27/16
Holy ThursdayOLMA ½ day9AM Morning Prayer8PM Mass of theLord’s SupperAdoration of theBlessed Sacrament until 12AM in Chapel
Good FridayOLMA Closed9AM Morning Prayer 3PM Passion of the Lord 4-7PM Fish Fry Stations of the Cross8PM in Chapel
Holy SaturdayMorning Prayer 9AMBlessing of Food 12PMin ChapelEasterVigil8PM
EasterSundayEaster EggHunt after 11AM Liturgy
For everything there is a Reason and a Timefor Every Purpose under Heaven
...A Time to Heal...Pray for the sick
Giuseppa Casarrubea, Pat Fusco, Ann Y., Connor Davey,Addie Cinquino, Connie Delio, Rita Tironi, Carol, Bob Bark,
Marian Marfan, Angela Cassano, Allen Lebo, Dominic Guida,Daniel Matakitis, Larry C, Carolyn Mangravite, Susan Nicoll,Giovanna Cinquino, John Jaczyinski, Jacqueline Gorman,Shane Hakes, Mike McLaughlin, Bill Van Hall, Luis Ripa, Ralph LeFevere, Pat Conforti, Agnes Ryan, Kip Dangler,
Robert DelPurgatorio, Michael, Fr. Charlie, John Stolfi,Charles Realmonte, Linda Ann Celeste, Roger, Lucille Cocca,
John Strumolo Sr., Cara Coughlin, Shirley Smiecinski, Joyce Ann Michaelson, Stephen Donnelly, Ronnie Noll,
Tom Tomat, Emma Carothers, Bob Roberts, Joseph Mascia, Colton Ford Petronaci, Mark Herkert, Gary Y, James Giannetti,Patrick J. Asay, Jr, Lisa Compas, William Bulman, Fr. William,Kevin Mulligan, Russell Cassella, Michael Smith, Randy Olsen,Arlene Gentile, Marylou Perrini, Michelle White, Patsy Manna,
Bob Peters, James Rutkowski, Felisa Manlapig, Chris Surrago,Richard Virgil, Audrey Sherry, June Surrano, Paul Comerford,Lorraine Azzinnaro, Angela, Pat Rue-an, Angel Lamontagne,
Neal Spickert-Fulton, Generoso Giesullo, Assunta Less, Anita & Armando Geroldi, Antoinette Gleave, Lee Campbell,
Wagner Estivalletti, Christine McGarry, Angelina Martin,Mackenzie Cunnigham, Fran Zubel, Arlene Gentile,
Ann Granziel, Theresa Pentz, John Cordova, Audrey Safin,Jean Marie Petrino, Ann-Marie Andre, and Betty Deren
...A Time to Die...Pray for the dead
Please pray for those buried in St. Mary’s Cemeteryand for those who have died
...A Time for Peace...Pray for peace and our enemies in our world,
in our homeland, and in our Church
RECTORY OFFICE HOURSThe Rectory Office will be closed Good Fridayand the Monday after Easter. The office will beopen M-Th 9AM-4PM Holy Week and Tues-FriEaster Week. Thank you.
OLM’S ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNTOur annual Easter Egg Hunt will follow our11AM Mass on Easter Sunday, right in front ofthe Parish Center. Sign up is available forbabies up to 4 yrs old, 4 - 7 yrs old and 7 yrsold - 10. You may sign up your child by emailing
Lisa at [email protected] .
LITURGY CORNERThis is the week Christians around the world callHoly. It begins with joyously shouted “Hosannas” ofthe Jews and ends with the peace filled “He has
been raised” of the angel. Between Palm Sunday and EasterSunday we celebrate in word and sign the central mysteries ofour Faith. On Thursday we recall the gifts of Holy Eucharist andHoly Orders given to the Church for its nourishment andgrowth. The beautiful scene of Christ washing His Apostles feetat the Last Supper is re-enacted. We are reminded of thatmysterious anomaly of our Christian living: “Whoever wishes tobe the greatest among you must learn to serve the others.”Friday we recall the painful death of Our Savior on the cross. So many scenes for our reflection are presented in the readingof the Passion. Just before bowing His head in death Heconfidently called out to His Father: “Into your hands Icommend my spirit.” Each day we are called to entrustourselves into the caring hands of God. At the Easter Vigil onSaturday evening, we begin the celebration of Christ’sresurrection from the dead. Through word and sign, throughfire, darkness, light and water we recall the history of oursalvation now complete in this day’s feast. The “He has beenraised” of the angel is now the “You will be raised” of Christ. Iinvite all of you to enter into the “holiest of weeks” by joining usas a parish family at our celebrations. Search for the one thingin your life that will lead you home to the Father’s Love withoutany detours. That path is not always clear and well lit, but withthe help of God you can find it and reach the victory. Find theway to heal and feel the Father’s love in all you do. Have amost blessed Holy Week ! Lisa
FAITH AT HOMEWhat are you doing for Holy Week this year? It’s OKif your list includes coloring eggs, photos with theEaster Bunny, etc. There’s nothing wrong with secular
Easter activities, but it’s important to remember that there isalso a profound spiritual basis for the holiday celebration. Ourremembrance of the death and resurrection of Jesus makes HolyWeek the most sacred time of the year for Catholics. CelebratePalm Sunday by making crosses out of palms. Before coloringEaster Eggs, let children write messages on the eggs to celebratethe true meaning of Easter, like “Christ is Risen”, “Alleluia”,“Jesus loves us”. Emphasize the importance of service on HolyThursday by helping someone in need. When you help yourfamily experience the spiritual significance of Holy Week, yourEaster celebration will be a day of great joy! Enjoy your week!
CHRISM MASSBishop Serratelli will celebrate our Paterson Diocese’sChrism Mass this Mon, 3/21 7PM at St. Philip’s Churchin Clifton. The procession will begin at 6:45 PM. All are
invited and encouraged to attend this special Liturgy.
OLM ACADEMY UPCOMING EVENTSA “Cabaret” fundraiser will be held on Fri 4/8 in theParish Ctr. “Grandparents Day” 4/27. This yearthey will present “The Lion King” on 5/18. Ticketsare $10 pp. Please contact OLMA Office for furtherinfo 973-887-2611.
UPCOMING EVENTS AT OLM“Easter Egg Hunt” following the 11AM Mass on EasterSunday, Health Ministry Program: “Think of MeWhen...During this Jubilee Year of Mercy”, Sat 4/23 3-5PM. Caring & Sharing “Baby Shower” for SeveralSources 4/24 12PM, “Annual Mother’s Day Raffle” 4/30-5/1; Celebration of First Eucharist 5/7 11AM & 2PM andOLM Annual Parish Family Picnic 5/15 1-4PM (raindate5/22) at Blackbrook Park. Please mark your calendars andwatch for more information about these upcoming events.
RELIGIOUS FORMATIONReligious Formation sessions will resume onTues 3/29 and Sun 4/3.
As part of their preparation for First Eucharist, ourCandidates and their families will present the gifts atthe following liturgies:
5:30 Lorraina Ventura 9:30 Riley Marcus
11:00 Emily deRonde
CALENDAR RAFFLE NEWSCalendar raffle winners for March 13th - 19th 2016
Sunday Frances DiGiacomo $ 100Monday Alma Martin $ 50Tuesday Christopher Petrillo $ 50Wednesday Cathy Gril $ 50Thursday Helen Mietlowski $ 50Friday Joseph Barbato $ 50Saturday Dennis Fashano $ 50
Congratulations to the winners. Remember, you must bein it to win it! Tickets are drawn after the 9:30 AM Liturgyon Sunday in the Academy Foyer. Extra books areavailable at the rectory and after Mass on Sat/Sun.REMEMBER YOU MUST BE IN IT TO WIN IT!
EASTER FLOWERSWe are accepting donations for Easter flowersagain this year. The flowers will be used todecorate the Church and Chapel. If youwould like to give a donation for this purpose,
please PRINT or TYPE CLEARLY the names of who youwould like to have it in memory of on a piece of paper andeither put it in the envelope in your Easter packet or placein your own envelope marked Easter Flower Memorials(make sure to put your name and address on the paper)and return it with your donation either in the collectionbasket or rectory by Mar 31st. Thank you.
CAREGIVERS CONFERENCE IN MORRIS COUNTY
United Way Caregivers Coalition is dedicated notonly to honoring the important role caregivers play,
but also to connecting them to resources and information thatempower them to best support their own needs and those oftheir loved ones. If you provide care for a loved one or work tosupport those who do, we have a free conference in April just foryou! Join us to hear valuable information from local experts,learn about local resources, and connect with other caregivers.Join us on Saturday, April 2, 2016 8:30am – 1:00pm at theUkrainian American Cultural Center in Whippany. The workshoptopics will be: •Food and Your Mood: Practical Food Choices forHealthy Bodies, Minds, and Finances presented by MarisaSweeny, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist; Owner of Be Well; •Getting Organized: Tips for Financial Caregiving presented byKimberly Rescorla, Vice President, Senior Trust Officer, U.S.Trust, Bank of America and Private Wealth Management,Princeton HealthCare Systems; •Are You Legally Prepared? AnOunce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Cure presented byDebra Eckert-Casha, Esq., Partner at Casha & Casha, LLC. Alight, complimentary breakfast and lunch will be provided. Formore info and questions about this conference, or to registercontact Stephanie Howland at 973.993.1160, x534. Registrationrequested by March 28.
HOLY HEALTH NEWSSoon you will be able to sign up to attend a veryspecial program sponsored by OLM’s Health Ministry.It is called “Think of Me When...during this Jubilee
Year of Mercy”. Four speakers: Msgr. Francis, a local funeraldirector, a nurse who specializes in home care & hospice andour Pastoral Associate Lisa - will give their own perspective onend of life decisions. It’s the type of presentation that will helpfamilies to make decisions and plan in advance. The programwill be held on Sat, 4/23 from 3-5PM in the Parish Ctr. Lightrefreshments will be served. Everyone is welcome andencouraged to attend. Please put the date on your calendar.Don’t miss this program. And now for spring...
PLANTING YOUR SPRING GARDEN
For the Garden of Your Daily Living...Plant Three Rows of Peas
• Peace of Mind• Peace of Heart• Peace of Soul
Plant Four Rows of squash• Squash gossip• Squash indifference• Squash Grumbling• Squash Selfishness
Plant Four Rows of lettuce• Lettuce be Faithful• Lettuce be Kind• Lettuce be Patient• Lettuce Really Love One Another
No Garden Is Complete Without Turnips• Turnip for Meetings• Turnip for Mass• Turnip to Help One Another
To Conclude Our Garden We Must Have Thyme• Thyme for Each Other• Thyme for Family• Time For FriendsWater freely with Patience and Cultivate with Love.There are many crops in your garden because you reap whatyou sow! (The Artful Farm modified by Marlene Peterson)
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Join our parish family for the annual Easter Egg Hunt immediately following the 11:00 Mass on Easter Sunday, March 27th, 2016, in front of the parish center. In the case of inclement weather, the hunt will be held inside the gymnasium. Children from babies to the age of 10 are invited to participate & we welcome all parishioners to watch the fun & cheer on the participants! In order to properly plan for the event, please return the form below in the Sunday collection baskets/OLM Academy Office or email Lisa [email protected] prior to Easter Sunday. Don’t forget to bring a basket for your goodies!
(cut here) Family Name_______________________________________ Number of Children participating ______ Ages of children participating __________________________
EASTER EGG HUNT!
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