Reconciliation throughout Lent 2018 Monday Evenings from 7:00-8:30 PM
February 19th and 26th, March 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th
All will take place in the Church.
Stations of the Cross and Benediction of the Most Blessed Sacrament
Friday Evenings during Lent at 7:30 in the Church
The Parish Ministry Center will be closed on
Monday, February 19th in observance of Presidents’ Day.
7:00 AM and 11:45 AM Mass in the Chapel.
Presidents’ Day
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Bulletin Submissions [email protected] Deadline is Wednesday at 2:00 PM for the following week’s bulletin (ten-day notice). All requests must be submitted in writing (hardcopy or e-mail). Editor reserves the right to schedule, edit or omit articles. Article submission does not guarantee publication. No “ads” are accepted, i.e. for sale, for rent, etc.
Parish “CARES Mobile” Mary Dominianni, *973-256-4109 *Please, no calls after 9:00 PM If you need transportation to keep an appointment, or to visit a relative in a nearby hospital or nursing home, please call Mary.
Visiting the Homebound and Hospitalized Please call the Parish Ministry Center and let us know that a loved one or dear friend is hospitalized or homebound.
Eucharist for the Homebound Agnes Arena, 973-256-5006 If you know of any parishioner who wishes to receive Eucharist at home, please call with the appropriate information, or have them call. We have several trained Eucharistic Ministers for the Homebound available.
Anointing of the Sick or Elderly It is generally best to call while the sick person can participate in the rite. Please call the Parish Ministry Center.
Novenas after Masses Tues.: St. Anthony & Mary, Mother of God; Thurs.: St. Jude
Marriage 973-256-5200 x-10 Arrangements must be made at least 1 year in advance.
Infant Baptism 973-256-5200 x-10 We strongly suggest you prepare for your baby’s baptism by attending the preparation class at least 2 months before your baby’s baptism. Both parents are required to attend. Please call the Parish Ministry Center for dates of upcoming sessions. Pre-registration is required to attend a session.
JPIC (Justice, Peace, & the Integrity of Creation Committee) Agnes Czaplinski, 973-942-7167 Please call for meeting schedule.
Sunday, February 25th Gn 22:1-2, 9a, 10-13, 15-18; Ps 116:10, 15-19; Rom 8:31b-34; Mk 9:2-10
1. What struck you most from this week’s readings? 2. Why do you think it struck you? 3. What ideas do you find most challenging in the text? 4. Were there any readings you don’t understand? 5. Is there any part you find difficult to accept or agree with? 6. What from the readings do you find memorable? What do
you think you will remember and carry within you in the future?
Weekly Calendar Sunday, February 18th Monday, February 19th - Presidents’ Day
Parish Ministry Center is closed 7:00 AM -
11:45 AM - Mass - Chapel Mass - Chapel
Tuesday, February 20th 6:30 PM - Mary’s Rosary Circle
Wednesday, February 21st
Thursday, February 22nd 7:30 PM - Adult Choir Rehearsal
Friday, February 23rd 5:30 PM - Knights of Columbus Dinner
Saturday, February 24th Sunday, February 25th 10:30 AM -
3:00 PM - Faith Formation Classes - Gr. 1-4 Faith Formation Classes - Gr. 7-8
4:00 PM - Children’s Choir Rehearsal
2/22 - California Pizza Kitchen
5/2/18 - Tricky Tray “Vegas Style”
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Mass Intentions
Sunday, February 18th 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM -
11:30 AM -
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM -
Robert Hoffman Marco Monaco Marion Csigi, Tom Tinnerello and Joan Tinnerello, Joseph, Ida, Marie and Matthew Carlone People of the Parish Edgar Santos Rodriguez
Monday, February 19th
Tuesday, February 20th
Wednesday, February 21st 7:00 AM -
11:45 AM - Marcela and Eufresino Tampos Frank Ochab
Thursday, February 22nd 7:00 AM -
11:45 AM - People of the Parish Carleigh Jones
Friday, February 23rd 7:00 AM -
11:45 AM - Teresa Lo Girato Rose Frasso
Saturday, February 24th 5:00 PM - Joseph Garcia, Marie Gentile, Robert Rento, MD
Sunday, February 25th 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM -
11:30 AM -
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM -
Eric Chang, Jr. (Liv.) Cindy Nausid (Liv.) Gaetano Di Benedetto, Francesco and Concetta Di Irio and Malfada Di Mimi, Joseph La Valle, Jr. Mary O’Donnell Por las intenciones de toda la comunidad (Spanish Mass)
7:00 AM - 11:45 AM -
7:00 PM -
7:00 AM - 11:45 AM -
Ida Carlone (4th Anniv.) People of the Parish Welcome Home to Healing - Reconciliation
People of the Parish Carmine Natale
Saturday, February 17th 5:00 PM - Joseph Zoppo (4th Anniv.) and
Edward Mateer (53rd Anniv.) Nieves Ranin, Vito DelGuercio
In Memoriam, Over the Past 20 Years February 17, 1997 to February 23, 2017
Louise M. Kennedy 02 17 1997 Robert M. Henson 02 17 1999
Jean Tosso 02 17 2003 Florence Ver Danik 02 17 2004
Robert Barone 02 17 2008 Salvatore Sofia 02 17 2013
Karen Liscio Mc Grath 02 18 1999 Tito M. Tuazon 02 18 2010
Michael Deutsch, Jr. 02 19 2000 Michael P. Handago 02 19 2007
John Ciarfella 02 19 2009 Ida Carlone 02 19 2014
Helen C. Buchner 02 19 2015 Michael M. Mitchell 02 20 1997
Alfred Russo, Sr. 02 20 2008
Lillian Fiore 02 20 2011 Helen Boeckle 02 21 2000
Minerva Alicia Ibbara Steck 02 21 2006
Marie Consalvo 02 21 2012 John J. Urchak 02 21 2012 Sophia Dutcher 02 21 2015
Eugenia Praleika 02 21 2017 Arthur J. Dancey 02 22 2006 Ellen Schopperth 02 22 2008
James Tibbatts 02 22 2009 John J. Byrne 02 22 2012
Helen M. Kramsack 02 23 2001 Helen Capitanelli 02 23 2002
William Adam Wachowic 02 23 2013 Anthony Librizzi, Sr. 02 23 2015
Maintenance Collection (2nd Collection on the 3rd Sunday of the month)
Helps defray the costs of rebuilding not covered by insurance and for the general improvement of parish buildings: Saint Francis Hall, Blanche Timm Center, and the School Building. Thank you for your generosity.
Please Pray for Our Sick
Don Barone Corinne Barrett
Donald Capanear Lottie Cappetta
Aidan Carter Domenica Chiricollo
Barbara Choma Rachael Cornetta Vincent Corsaro Juan D’Orville
Esther DeFilippis Rachel DePadova
Anthony Ditorie Steven Domalewski Marlene Dominianni
Ethel Fortino Michael Foschini
Phil Furino Betty Gallagher
John Giordano Bernie Giuliano
Sue Grotz Oleh Haluszka
John Luski Tatyana Lyon Cheryl Marino
Benny Martinez Elaine McGough
Rose Mary McGraw Brenda McWeeney
David Minchin Carlos Moroen David Murray
Michael N. Mary Nease Laura Nicoll
Janet O’Donnell Ricky Orefice
Rosemary Pannone Gloria Papciak Diann Puccio
Bishop Frank Rodimer Matthew Scholtz Theresa Shields
Jeff Sigle Mary Lou Sigle Anthony Sisco
Gisella Sisti Jay Spellman
Jacqueline Stevens Robert Stevens
Ira Stormer Denise Swanteck
John Tomasi Janet Wright Marilyn Yutko
Tabernacle Candle Aniana and Telesforo Castolo
This Lenten season, each Catholic parish in the Diocese of Paterson will have Confession available every Monday evening from February 19th through March 19th from 7:00 PM-8:30 PM. If you have been reluctant to come to the Sacrament, have been away for some time or just found it difficult to get to a Saturday afternoon Confession time, this is a wonderful opportunity to re-connect with Christ and His Church. Don’t be afraid! Information will be provided. Ask the priest to help you. Experience the gracious mercy of God!
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Bread Ma. Teresita Castolo
Recently Deceased Eva Breen Thomas Carmen Giarrusso Eleanor Helm Ann Marie McCall
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My Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Msgr. T. Mark Condon
A biblical reflec on from the Most Reverend Arthur J. Serratelli, S.T.D., S.S.L., D.D., Bishop of Paterson:
LENTEN PASTORAL LETTER 2018
T C : T K C To all the faithful, religious and clergy:
Grace and Peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus. (Ph 1:2)
[1] In the Cloisters, which are part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, there is displayed the Bury St. Edmunds Cross. This highly unusual altar cross dates from the 12th century. It is a Romanesque cross made of ivory with ninety-two intricately carved figures and ninety-eight inscrip ons, adorning its front and back.
[2] On the very top of the front side of the cross stand Caiaphas and Pilate, arguing with each other. The high priest is wagging his finger at Pilate, demanding him to change the charge placed over the head of Jesus on the cross. Pilate refuses. He adamantly stands his ground, poin ng to the placard bearing the charge beneath his feet.
[3] All four gospel writers make men on of this placard. They record the fact that, over the head of Jesus on the cross, this sign read, “Jesus the Nazarene, the King of the Jews.” According to the fourth gospel, Pilate had this charge against Jesus wri en on it in three languages. In La n, the language of human government and power. In Greek, the language of culture and wisdom. And, in Hebrew, the language of religion (Jn 19:17-22). Thus, the three greatest forces of the human spirit unconsciously heralded him who is king not of just one people, but of all na ons.
[4] It was customary for the Romans to write the charge against a man condemned to death on a rough board in bold le ers. On the way to the place of execu on, two Roman solders would walk in front of the prisoner and two behind him. In front of this grim entourage, a man would carry the placard announcing the prisoner’s crime. As Jesus made his way to Golgotha, word about the placard reached the Jewish rulers who had handed Jesus over to Pilate to crucify. They were infuriated. They could not bear to have anyone name him “King of the Jews.”
[5] The chief priests were so hos le to Jesus that, even though they longed to be freed of Roman domina on, they had claimed Caesar for their king in the trial before Pilate. They masked their hatred of Jesus beneath this sudden profession of loyalty to Rome. They wanted Jesus dead at all costs. Pilate was astute enough to understand their hypocrisy. Thus, to publically taunt these hypocrites, he issued his edict of condemna on: “Jesus the Nazarene, the King of the Jews.” And he would not change it.
[6] The kingship of Christ is woven like a golden thread throughout the en re Passion narra ve. In the trial before the members of the Sanhedrin, the chief priests ques on Jesus about the claim that he is the Messiah. The Jews expected the Messiah to be the Son of David, a royal figure who would cast off the yoke of Israel’s oppressors. He would work miracles and establish God’s kingdom on earth.
[7] Before the ques oning of these lawless judges, Jesus remains silent. “Like a lamb led to slaughter or a sheep silent before shearers, he did not open his mouth” (Is 53:7). The Incarnate Word wordless. Witnesses speak against Jesus. Their tes mony is patently false. No grounds can be found to condemn Jesus (Mt 26:59-60). No lie, no falsehood, in thought, word or deed can pass as truth in the presence of Jesus, then and now.
[8] Caiaphas, the high priest, becomes annoyed at the slowness of the court to reach a guilty verdict. He is aware that many were hailing Jesus as the Messiah. Finally, in despera on, he puts Jesus under oath to answer whether or not he is “the Messiah, the Son of God.”
[9] Jesus knew that the people were expec ng the Messiah to be a poli cal figure. For this reason, throughout his public ministry, he carefully avoided claiming the tle of Messiah. He did not wish to s r up the poli cal unrest of his people. Without prudence, courage is foolish.
[10] However, at the end of his life, when the high priest puts Jesus under oath to say whether or not he is the Messiah, Jesus answers in no uncertain terms. Bound and held cap ve, Jesus is now free to speak. No danger at this point of his organizing a rebellion against Rome. No fear that he would command an army to establish a Jewish state.
[11] In response to Caiaphas’ ques on if he is the Messiah, Jesus solemnly proclaims, “I am; and ‘you will see the Son of Man seated at the right hand of the Power and coming with the clouds of heaven’” (Mk 14:62). In his majes c “I am,” Jesus answers
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both parts of the high priest’s ques on. He is the Messiah. He is the Son of God. And, then with great dignity, he proclaims that he will be the final judge and his accusers will stand before his tribunal. These judges, now blinded by their self-interest, are going to see him return in glory as the Son of Man. Self-interest is always the enemy of truth and compassion.
[12] Caiaphas had asked Jesus if he was the Messiah-King. His line of ques oning followed the popular understanding of a poli cal Messiah. In responding, Jesus goes far beyond the expecta ons of his day. He cites the passage about the mysterious Son of Man who comes at the end of me and establishes God’s reign over the whole world (Dan 7:11). In effect, he lays claim not to poli cal power as a king, but to divine authority as the very Son of God Incarnate. He equates himself with God. Truth can never be compromised.
[13] For the Jews who were strict monotheists, Jesus’ claim is blasphemy. He must die (Lev 24:16). He cannot be their divine king. Only the one, true God is. They condemn him to death. The highest truths can become servants of the lowliest deeds when our hearts are hardened and our eyes blinded by self-interest. So many crimes con nue to be done in the name of religion. True religion never breeds hate, only love; never death, only life.
[14] Since the Jews could not impose the death penalty, they bring Jesus to Pilate for sentencing. As is the custom, Pilate carries out his judicial func on, beginning at 5 AM. The chief priests present the only charge that would merit the death penalty in Pilate’s eyes. Jesus is a threat to the power of Rome. Thus, they accuse Jesus of claiming to be a king.
[15] Pilate is a realist. The Passover feast is a me of great na onal expecta ons. If Jesus is truly, as they say, a king, he is a threat to Rome and must be done away with immediately. In responding to Pilate, Jesus proclaims his kingship. But, he distances himself from the popular no on of kingship. He tells Pilate, “If my kingdom did belong to this world, my a endants would be figh ng to keep me from being handed over to the Jews. But as it is, my kingdom is not here” (Jn 18:35). The kingship of Christ is the reign of truth, jus ce and peace that come from above. It cannot be imposed by human force.
[16] Finding Jesus innocent of any kind of poli cal kingship, Pilate appeals to the human sympathy of Jesus’ accusers. He has Jesus taken away and scourged. A cowardly compromise. So brutal was Roman scourging prior to execu on that some individuals died before they could be crucified. Others went mad.
[17] Jesus is stripped, ed to a pillar and scourged with leather straps with sharp pieces of bone a ached. His skin torn, his body drenched in his own blood, the soldiers make sport of him. They robe him in a purple cloak, place a reed in his hand as a scepter and a crown of thorns on his head. They mock him, laughing and hailing him as “King of the Jews” (Jn 19:3). The chief priests, the crowds and a ending soldiers will repeat this same taunt at the foot of the cross. When Jesus is brought back to Pilate, he finds him innocent. Yet, out of fear of losing his own posi on, Pilate hands Jesus over to his enemies to be crucified with the words, “Behold, your King” (Jn 19:14). Beneath the cruel sport of the soldiers and the sarcasm of Pilate, the truth neither could discern: Jesus is a king.
[18] On the cross, Jesus truly dies as king. Before nailing Jesus to the cross, the soldiers offered him wine drugged with myrrh. A common custom offered by these stolid execu oners. Or perhaps a small act of compassion in the midst of untold cruelty. The drug was to help the crucified lose consciousness and thus suffer less in dying. But Jesus refuses to take it (Mk 15:23). This seemingly small no ce is of great significance.
[19] In Proverbs, the queen mother tells her son Lemuel, King of Massa, that the common criminal should take wine in the moment of suffering to forget his misery. But, she warns him that “it is not for kings, Lemuel, not for kings to drink wine; strong drink is not for princes, lest in drinking they forget what has been decreed, and violate the rights of any who are in need” (Prv 31:4-5). Since Jesus is king, he refuses to be drugged. He will accept death with all his facul es intact. On the cross, he is the king giving true judgment to the world.
[20] Despite his intense agony, the crucified Jesus does not curse; he blesses. He does not condemn; he forgives. The thief on the right of Jesus is moved. In the most audacious cry of one dying man to another, he cries out, “Lord, remember me when you come into your kingdom” (Lk 23:42). With the eyes of faith, he acknowledges the deepest truth about Jesus. Jesus is truly a king.
[21] In response to the hear elt prayer of the man crucified on his right, Jesus assures him a place in his heavenly kingdom. There is no sin too great for him to forgive. No ma er what hour we turn from ourselves to the Lord and repent, his arms remain outstretched to receive us into his kingdom.
[22] From the first day of his public ministry, Jesus had preached the coming of the kingdom of God (Mk 1:14-15). What Jesus meant by “the kingdom of God,” he revealed in giving us the Our Father. The second pe on of this prayer is “Thy kingdom come.
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Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven” (Mt 6:10). Typical of Hebrew poetry, the second phrase is parallel to the first phrase. It repeats it, expands it and explains its meaning. Thus, for Jesus, the kingdom of God is not a geographical territory, a na on or people under a theocracy. Rather, it is that state or condi on where God’s will is perfectly done. It is the rule or the sovereignty of God over his crea on and all people.
[23] In Jesus’ ministry, the kingdom of God was truly present. As he said to the Pharisees, “Behold, the kingdom of God is among you” (Lk 17:21). But, only those who totally depended on God were entering it (Mk 10:15). And, so it is today. Only when we allow God to have dominion over our hearts and souls, only when we submit our thoughts, words, deeds and ac ons to his law of love do we enter his kingdom.
[24] A er Peter confesses Jesus to be the Messiah, Jesus instructs his disciples on the necessity of the cross. Then, he says to them, “Amen, I say to you, there are some standing here who will not taste death un l they see that the kingdom of God has come in power” (Mk 9:1) . In a word, Jesus acknowledges that the kingdom, though present in his ministry, had not fully come.
[25] At the Last Supper, Jesus ins tutes the Eucharist as the memorial of his upcoming death and resurrec on. And, then he says, “Amen, I say to you, I shall not drink again the fruit of the vine un l the day when I drink it new in the kingdom of God” (Mk 14:25). Jesus is looking forward at this point beyond his death to the eschatological banquet when the kingdom has come in its fullness.
[26] Jesus’ death on the cross is the moment when he ushers in the kingdom of God in power. A crucified man died exhausted. But, not Jesus. He has strength enough to u er a loud cry before he expires (Mt 27:50; Mk 15:37; Lk 23:46). This is not the cry of an anguished man gasping in relief. It is not the pi ful cry of a helpless vic m giving up in despair. It is something much more profound.
[27] The fourth evangelist tells us that Jesus cries out at this moment the words “It is finished” (Jn 19:30). In Greek, it is just one word (τετέλεσται). It is the shortest of all the words spoken by Jesus on the cross. But, in it is contained the whole meaning of Jesus’ mission.
[28] Jesus had once told his disciples, “My food is to do the will of the one who sent me and to finish his work” (Jn 4:34). In dying, he brings to comple on God’s work. He perfectly fulfills the Father’s will, “becoming obedient to death, even to death on the cross” (Phil 2:8) and ushers in the kingdom of God in power.
[29] Returning to the Father, Jesus cries out in a loud voice. It is the shout of triumph. It is the cry of the Conqueror claiming victory. The ba le is over. The strife is won. Sin is defeated. Death overcome. From Jesus’ pierced heart, grace is given us in abundance to do God’s will.
[30] In dying, Jesus embodies in his very person the kingdom of God. His obedience to the Father establishes the absolute sovereignty of God over all crea on. Through Christ and in him, we enter the kingdom and we are saved. Purpled in his own blood and crowned with thorns, Christ reigns from the cross as King.
Given at the Pastoral Center of the Diocese of Paterson, on Ash Wednesday, the fourteenth day of February, in the year of Our Lord, two thousand and eighteen.
+Arthur J. Serratelli, S.T.D., S.S.L., D.D. Bishop of Paterson
Sr. Joan Daniel Healy, SCC Chancellor
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Sincerely in Christ, Monsignor T. Mark Condon Pastor
T S R L On the Monday evenings of Lent we will once again be celebra ng, “Welcome Home to Healing,” a diocesan ini a ve that provides that a confessor will be available in every parish of the Diocese of Paterson in order to celebrate individual confession and absolu on. Please consider coming back to the Sacrament of Reconcilia on; there is no such thing as having been away from the Sacrament of Reconcilia on for too long – the Lord is always ready to give us the gi of his mercy. As Lent draws closer consider coming to the Sacrament of Reconcilia on on one of those Monday evenings of Lent. So many who have been away from the sacrament for a long me find it to be a truly healing experience that finds them celebra ng Easter with renewed faith and lighter hearts. Taking part in the celebra on of Mass is the best way to begin this Lenten season of grace. Daily Mass, or taking part in Mass at least one addi onal day in the week, can also be the very best way to travel the Lenten journey with a sense of purpose, expecta on, and to open us to the power of God’s grace at work in us.
S C Each Friday evening of Lent, beginning at 7:30 PM, the Sta ons of the Cross will be prayed in the church. This opportunity to reflect upon the Lord’s journey to Calvary will be accompanied by a period of Adora on of the Blessed Sacrament and conclude with Benedic on.
Tricky Tray 2018 “Vegas Style”
Volunteers Needed: If you would like to volunteer, please email MaryRose Stevens at [email protected].
Donations Welcome: 2018 Tricky Tray needs your support! Donate any NEW items that can be used to make
baskets. Be creative and make your own themed basket. Monetary donation and we will shop and make the
basket for you.
Baskets Wanted: Please keep our parish Tricky Tray in mind when you are wondering what to do with those empty baskets.
Please drop off your baskets and NEW donated items at the Parish Ministry Center. If you have any questions, please call MaryRose at 973-703-3844.
Lenten Regulations on Fast and Abstinence
The Lenten regulations concerning fast and abstinence are as follows:
The days of both Fast and Abstinence during Lent are Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. The other Fridays of Lent are days of Abstinence.
On a day of fast, only one (1) full meal is permitted. Those between the ages of 18 and 59 are obliged to fast. On a day of abstinence, no meat may be eaten. Those who have reached the age of 14 are obliged by the law of abstinence. The obligation to observe the laws of fast and abstinence “substantially,” or as a whole, is a serious obligation. The Fridays of the year, outside of Lent, are designated as days of penance, but each individual may substitute for the traditional abstinence from meat some other practice of voluntary self-denial as penance. The time for fulfilling the Paschal Precept (Easter Duty - All the faithful, after they have been initiated into the Most Holy Eucharist, are bound by the obligation of receiving Communion at least once a year) extends from the First Sunday of Lent to the Solemnity of the Holy Trinity.
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Faith Formation Corner
Attention 2nd Grade Parents: As weekly mass is an integral part of our lives as Catholics, it is important that our children attend weekly mass. This is especially important as they prepare for the Sacrament of First Eucharist and equally important after they receive their Sacrament. While our parish offers many masses during each weekend for us to attend, during the next several weeks, we require that all children who will soon receive the Sacrament of First Eucharist, attend the Sunday 9:30 AM mass together as a group. Attending mass together shall begin on Sunday, February 25, 2018 and continue through each of the remaining weekends of preparation.
These dates that your children will be attending 9:30 AM mass together are as follows:
2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29
We require at least one parent or guardian to accompany and stay with the child during Mass. When you arrive, please sign the attendance form that will be located at the front and rear entrances of the church. After Mass please bring your child to their respective classroom for their weekly instruction.
Thank you for your cooperation and support. We Are STILL in NEED of Catechists! Our ability to provide effective programming for so many of our children enrolled in our program is only made possible if we have enough volunteers to serve as catechists. Please carefully review the information in the registration letter with regard to our need for Catechists and return the Catechist Volunteer Form that was enclosed in the registration packet to the ministry center ASAP. If you would like more detailed information about becoming a catechist, please contact Trish at [email protected] or leave a message at the Parish Ministry Center 973-256-5200.
Confirmation Program OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES Please see the following list for possible ministry opportunities that all students can become involved with:
Fr. English Food Pans Please support the Fr. English Center and support a family or two by making a meal for them to enjoy. Food pans and recipes are available during each confirmation session. All pans should be clearly marked with the meal that it contains and they should be brought back to the next month’s confirmation session FROZEN.
Altar Servers This is an important ministry for our parish and your support and involvement once per month is needed! We are in need of servers at all weekend masses. Please contact the Parish Ministry Center (973-256-5200) if you are interested in becoming an altar server.
Lectors Readers Wanted! We are in need of lectors to read once per month during one of our liturgies. Please contact the Parish Ministry Center (973-256-5200) if you are interested in becoming a lector.
Our Music Ministry Needs You! Join us in our Adult and Children’s Choirs as we share our love for the Lord and praise Him through music. For more information, contact Stella at 973-256-5200 x-23 or talk to her after mass.
Faith Formation Assistants Classroom Assistants are needed for our Faith Formation Program. Please contact Trish Filiaci at [email protected] if you are interested in volunteering.
Food Bank Community food bank dates have been set for this year. It is a wonderful ministry and opportunity to work with others to help feed the hungry. For more specific information about dates and what is involved in this ministry, please contact Laura Beausoleil at [email protected].
Special Olympic Events Volunteers are needed for upcoming Special Olympic Events in our area. Please contact Chris Troyano for more specific information: [email protected].
Our Food Pantry Shelves are Bare! Mike Vaclavicek and Ed Kohler, coordinators of our wonderful food pantry, tell us that our shelves are bare. We are in need of boxes of macaroni and cheese, pasta, cereal, jars of pasta sauce, peanut butter, jelly, and canned vegetables. Please help us help those families in need. Simply drop off your kind donations at the doors of the church or at the Parish Ministry Center. Your support goes a long way in helping others.
FOOD PANTRY
Stations of the Cross & Adoration with Benediction
Each Friday evening of Lent we will have Stations of the Cross followed by Eucharistic adoration with Benediction of the Most Blessed Sacrament at 7:30 in the church. Please take some time to make a
visit to church for this most blessed occasion.
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A Special Invitation to the Ladies of the Parish
For every great Catholic men’s organization, there is an equally great Catholic women’s organization. Mark the date, March 21, 2018 at 7:30 PM in St. Francis Hall for a special presentation and open house about the Columbiettes. If you have any questions, please contact Mike Vaclavicek at 973-907-3229.
“An Evening with Sisters” Friday, February 23rd from 7:00-8:30 PM
Morris Catholic High School, 200 Morris Avenue, Denville This event is open to high school and college-aged women to enjoy an evening of conversation, prayer, food and fun! To RSVP and for more details, please email Sister Bernadette McCauley at [email protected] on or before February 20th.
Calendar Raffle Winners! Thank you to all who participated in our Calendar Raffle!
It was a complete success! Congratulations to the following winners!!
Date Ticket No. Winner Prize
2/5 863 Joe Palasti $50.00
2/6 180 Bill or Marie Mead $50.00
2/7 576 Alberta Van Zile $50.00
2/8 25 Dominick Di Domenico $50.00
2/9 265 Ben & Krissy Fierro $50.00
2/10 1309 James Cestone, Jr. $50.00
2/11 506 Mario Barilari $100.00
Misa en Español!!! Tendremos la celebración de la Sagrada Eucaristía en Español todos los domingos 6:30 PM. Te esperamos!!!
Mary’s Rosary Circle We pray the rosary for healing of anyone in need of God’s help, especially for cures and preventions of cancer patients. The circle meets on the first and third Tuesdays of the month, meeting in the Chapel at 6:30 PM. All are welcome to attend—everyone’s prayers are needed.
U.S. Catholic Sisters Against Human Trafficking
Sisters Against Trafficking Bakhita, patroness of kidnapped and trafficked children, was abducted as a child becoming a slave thereby experiencing the meaning of slavery by living it. Pray to St. Bakhita to protect children.
