SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM A Pre-Baptismal Class is held the third Monday of each month at 700 pm in the parish office To register for the class please call 973-627-0313 Both parents are encour-aged to attend the class before the birth of the baby The Sacrament of Baptism is administered weekly at the 1215 pm Mass and a Baptismal Ceremony at 130 pm Families are required to be active contributing parishioners of St Ceciliarsquos Parish for 2 months prior to the childrsquos baptism date
SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY Arrangements are to be made at least ONE YEAR in ad-vance The date should not be set until the priest has been consulted
SACRAMENT OF THE SICK Urgent calls will be attended to at any time of the day or night If there is anyone at home or in the hospital who cannot get to Mass and the Sacraments because of illness or old age please inform one of the priests or call the Parish Office
90 Church Street
Rockaway New Jersey 07866
Parish Office 973-627-0313 Website wwwst-ceciliaorg Fax 973-627-4811 To Contact Fr Zig Ext 12 or speplowskioptonlinenet School 973-627-6003 CCD Office 973-627-0313 Ext 17
Saint Cecilia Parish
MASSES
Weekends
Saturday 430 pm 700 pm Sunday 800 am 915 am
1045 am and 1215 pm 500 pm (Vietnamese)
Holydays
800 am and 730 pm Weekday Schedule
Monday - Friday 630 am amp 800 am
Saturday 800 am followed by Novena
Confessions
Saturdays 330 pm to 400 pm and 630 pm
Any time by appointment
Susan Brennan TRUSTEE
James Gallagher TRUSTEE
Rev Sigmund Peplowski PASTOR
Rev Cerilo Javinez
PAROCHIAL VICAR
Rev Mateusz Darlak PAROCHIAL VICAR
Deacon Paul Willson
Mrs Janet Maulbeck BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR
and YOUTH PROTECTION SAFE ENVIRONMENT
COORDINATOR
Mr James Clancy
DIRECTOR OF FAITH FORMATION
Mrs Ann Mitchell
PRINCIPAL
Mrs Diane Boykow
CEMETERY ADMINISTRATOR
Mr Charles Linnell
MUSIC DIRECTOR
PARISH PRAYER LIFE NOVENA OUR LADY OF THE MIRACULOUS MEDAL AND OUR LADY OF FATIMA Saturday morning after the 800 am Mass BIBLE STUDY Will resume after Labor Day
CHARISMATIC PRAYER GROUP Tuesday evenings at 745 pm (Hayes Hall ) PADRE PIO PRAYER GROUP Will resume after Labor Day HOLY HOUR Will resume after Labor Day ADULT FAITH FORMATION RCIA Will resume after Labor Day ROSARY PRAYER GROUP Monday through Sat 730 am
Parish Summer Office Hours
Monday thru Thursday 830mdash430
(Lunch 1200mdash100)
Friday 830 to 1100mdash until Labor Day
CERTIFICATE OF ELIGIBILITY All Catholic Churches in the United States require from
Catholics serving as a Godparent for Baptism or a sponsor
for Confirmation a certificate of eligibility This document
certifies that the Godparentsponsor is a registered member
of the parish attends Holy Mass approaches the sacra-
ments regularly and contributes to the support of the
Church via the Sunday offering envelope program or
ldquoParish Payrdquo It is the responsibility of the individual to
meet these requirements as listed in the Code of Canon
Law 874
The people of St Cecilia Parish are asked to pray for the following people serving our country in the armed services SmE3 Andrew Clifford LCpl Aleksandr Killeen Joseph Giannetti US Navy Lance Corporal Dennis Wuest Capt Kel-
ley E Robbins Pvt USMC Diego Usma Major Glenn E Martinez Sgt Brian Whalen Capt Anthony Odierno Cpl Kong V Nguyen Cpl Jim Van Valen LCPL Anthony Eres-man Sgt Paul J Willson PFC Cano Janeth Sgt Bob Autrey Col William Paliwada Sgt 1st Class (E7) Sam Co-lon PFC Marylyn Rivera-Sachez Cpl Edward C Thomp-son Major Kevin M Nash Lt Amy Cronin Lt Col John L Medeiros Jr Sgt Daniel Healy Marine Keith Leitner Sgt Spencer Lopez PFC Taryn Kemp Jeffrey Braunhausen E7 Joseph Grimsey Bill Maloney Greg Bloete Gian Carlo Bruzzese Spc Christopher Little PFC Brittany Martindell PO1 (E6) Matthew Fitzgerald SA Justin C White Matthew amp Daniel Rosica Mark Leonard Sr Armn Ashley Valetta Sgt John Wisnofsky Cpl TJ Finn Sgt Kristopher Faber Capt Vincent Presto Airman First Class William Kussler Spc Gregory Villaneuva and Cpl Casey W Lyness We ask God the Father of us all through the intercession of St Mi-chael the Archangel to protect all the men and women in our Armed Forces to bless them in their efforts toward bringing peace and justice to our world May they be brought back safely to those they love
580-St Cecilia
Ethan Chandra Dean Wayne Campbell Doris
Cusick Carol Centonze Jane Gorcica Sam Sessa Hank Brown Carol Ferrante Jim Golden Karen Niles Noel Wadleigh Joanna Sacco David Cicchine Teresa DrsquoAtria Derek Bascharow Debbie Malc Grace McDermott Joe Horvath Jr Elvira Bugaoan Pat Heady Owen Peter Byrne
Tia Maddaloni Mason Walker Steussing Susan Mejia Derek Bascharow Isabel Rattay Donna Cooke Tom Hull Kathleen Fazio Kristin Wich Kyle Johnson Kate Darlington Jake Mi-chael Miraldi Cheryl Anne Bornemann Sean Nolan Maryann Hughes Peggy Eileen Miars Ray Kennedy Richard Corcoran Madison Rose Leslie Demetrius Barbee Lucille Bardi Frances Finn Dorothy Murray Virginia Cousins Madlyn Long Stepha-nie Lewis Florence Clements Kimberly Dugan Gale Sessa Paul Minetti Marguerite Buggy Mike Murray Carmen Liuzza Jr Helene Turner Michael Turner Ruben Lorenzo Michael Alva-rez Mina Simmons-Jones Victoria Santana Joe Maulbeck Mary Merz Dolores Faulkner Marion amp Philipp Cables Patricia Smith Schulman Ethan Anderson Vincent Fortunato Joyce Turner
THE WORD OF GOD
Here are the readings for next Sunday
110 2 Kgs 442-44 Ps 14510-11 15-16
17-18 Eph 41-6 Jn 61-15
Page 2 July 22 2018 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Monday July 23 Saint Bridget Religious 630 ammdashSpecial Intention 800 ammdashLaura Cristina Vargas req by Diana Fernanda Leon Tuesday July 24 Saint Sharbel Makhluf Priest 630 ammdashSpecial Intention for the sick 800 ammdashRyan Scott DeVito req by Susan Ely Maiella Wednesday July 25 Saint James Apostle
630 ammdashSpecial Intention for increased vocations to the priesthood 800 ammdashVicari Family req by Diane Garafano Thursday July 26 Saints Joachim and Anne Parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary 630 ammdashSpecial Intention for World Peace 800 ammdashBarbara Kucynda req by Fr Zig Friday July 27 Weekday 630 ammdashSpecial Intention for our Holy Father the Pope 800 ammdashCraig Slanovec req by the McDonnell Family Saturday July 28 Weekday 800 ammdashVillamor Tolentino req by Antonita DeJesus Sunday July 29 Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time 430 pmmdash Veronica Morgante req by Betsy Amicucci
Elinor Gormley req by Chris amp Allison Stahl
700 pmmdash Margot amp Felix Sanchez req by Family
Denis Klus req by the Zarzycki Family
800 ammdash Ruth L Petsko Jakimer req by Pam amp Mike Masucci
Villamor Tolentino req by Lita Perez 915 ammdash Waclaw Ptak amp Jozef Nowobilski John Lombardo req by the Nelson Family 1045 ammdashKathy Nolan req by friend Bobbie Gary Yacavino req by Linda Murphy amp Family
1215 pmmdash50th Wedding Anniversary of Pat amp Tom Degnan
The Sanctuary Lamp is burning for
Steve Golda
requested by
wife Georgian amp Family
ST CECILIA CHURCH COLLECTION GOALS
Week Ending 70818 CollectionmdashChecks $ 173800
Collectionndash Cash $ 999200
ParishPay Electronic Giving $ 233646
Total Weekly Collection 1406646
Yearly Collection Goal (BUDGET) $ 81400000
Weekly Goal $ 1470588
Weekly Collection Surplus (Deficit) $ ($63943)
Year To Date Surplus (Deficit) $ ($74910)
ST CECILIA CHURCH COLLECTION GOALS
Week Ending 71518 CollectionmdashChecks $ 304600
Collectionndash Cash $ 866150
ParishPay Electronic Giving $ 233646
Total Weekly Collection 1404396
Yearly Collection Goal (BUDGET) $ 81400000
Weekly Goal $ 1470588
Weekly Collection Surplus (Deficit) $ ($66193)
Year To Date Surplus (Deficit) $ ($141103)
PARISH EVENTS
ST CECILIA SENIOR CLUB NEWS AND EVENTS
580-St Cecilia
Please be advised that all the ldquoSenior Eventsrdquo are open to everyone 55 and over from
St Cecilia amp Sacred Heart Parishes Tuesday August 7thmdashRegular Meeting 11 am set up 12-1 social hour coffee amp cake
1-2pm meeting bingo amp cards afterward Tuesday August 14thmdashSands Casino Price $25mdashSlot Playmdash$20mdashFoodmdash$5 Sunday Sep 16 thru Friday Sept 21
Wildwood Crest Stay at the popular and historical Caribbean
Motel for 5 nights amp 6 days Includes hot breakfast every day dinners
plus a pizza party and a BBQ wine amp cheese parties a gala
evening of dinner show and dancing at Convention Hall Lewes Ferry
to Delaware for shopping a day at Resorts Casino with bonus
whale watch Cape May a show at the Performing Arts Center and more
For more info call Lorraine 973-366-6871 Donrsquot forget about the St Cecilia Seniors Adventure of The Seas on May 17 2019
For more info Call Alice Koller 973-627-8558
Page 3 July 22 2018 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
MASS CARDS We are asked to pray for the dead The best way to do this
is to have a mass celebrated in memory of a loved one
Stop in or call the Parish Office 973-627-0313
~Offering $1500~
BAPTISM CLASS ndash A meeting of all those wishing information
and scheduling for a baptism will meet on Monday evening Au-
gust 20th in the Saint Cecilia Parish office at 7 orsquoclock in the eve-
ning Father will be present to conduct the information session
and answer questions regarding the celebration of the sacrament
PADRE PIO PRAYER GROUP - The Padre Pio Prayer
Group will resume following Labor Day
NEW WOMENS GROUP Women at the Well The Women at the Well meet the FIRST SATURDAYS of each month These evenings are meant to serve as spiritual and social refreshment for women The evening begins with a potluck dinner followed the Rosary quiet prayer and end-ing with dessert and socializing Registration is required by emailing Jennifer Nelson amp Faith Rose at wellwithmysoul17gmailcom with your name par-ish and email address This group is open to those outside the parish as well Bring a your Rosary and a friend
St Cecilia amp Sacred Heart Parishes
Summer Bible Camp had a successful week
with over 40 children learning about Jesus
with the help of many teens and adults
Thank you to all
MASS changes for Mercy amp Mary Retreat
August 11th
Due to a scheduled retreat at our parish on Saturday
August 11th morning Mass will be held at 730 am
instead of 800 am The Retreat concludes on Satur-
day the 11th at 400 pm Please plan accordingly if
you plan on attending the 430 pm Mass as parking
will be a challenge until attendees begin to leave be-
tween 4 and 415 pm
WALKING PILGRIMAGEmdashA walking pilgrimage to
the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa in Doyles-
town Pennsylvania will begin August 9th and commence
from Saints Peter and Paul Church in Great Meadows New
Jersey The 60 mile pilgrimage is 4 days and 3 nights
Holy Mass is celebrated daily along with confession coun-
seling reflection and fellowship For registration and addi-
tional information please go to the website
WwwwalkingpilgrimageusEnglishpilgriminfohtml
7 OrsquoCLOCK SATURDAY VIGIL MASS ndash The Saturday
evening Vigil Mass at 7 orsquoclock will be without musical
accompaniment The Mass will be similar to the celebration
of the weekday Mass with the following 1) the priest will
begin the Mass coming from the sacristy rather than a pro-
cession down the center aisle 2) the faithful are asked to
recite the ENTRANCE ANTIPHON which is found in the
missal beginning on page 3 as the priest makes his way to
the presiderrsquos chair 3) the faithful are asked to recite the
COMMUNION VERSE which is found in the missal begin-
ning on page 106 as the priest is receiving Holy Commun-
ion by drinking the Precious Blood from the chalice
580-St Cecilia
We are online wwwst-ceciliaorg
Page 4 July 22 2018 16th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Parish Summer Office Hours
Monday thru Thursday 830mdash430
(Lunch 1200mdash100)
Friday 830 to 1100
July 2 until Labor Day
ATTENTION MEN ndash A new menrsquos group called FA-
THERS OF ST JOSEPH will be meeting every other Sat-
urday morning at 530 am in the St Cecilia Office Build-
ing The sole aim and purpose of the group is to labor for
the restoration revitalization and redemption of human
fatherhood in order that it may become what it has been
created to be an efficacious icon that directs the human
family to its Father The Fathers of St Joseph gatherings
are not so much meetings as they are mini retreats whose
aim is to communicate the spirituality of fatherhood in a
manner that encourages and inspires fathers to embrace
engage and ndash by the power of the Holy Spirit ndash sanctify
their vocation The next gathering is SATURDAY July
28
2018-2019 Faith Formation Registration K-8th Grade Traditional CCD 9th amp 10th Grade Confirmation
amp Generations of Faith Registration for all religious education classes are now open Forms and program details are available on the parish website and in the parish office Class sizes are limited and are on a first come first serve basis If you have any questions please contact Jim Clancy at 973-627-0310 ext 17 or at stceciliafaithformationgmailcom
Pregnant Need Help
This information is taken from the
Birth Haven website
The agency provides a safe and nurturing environment in
which to carry an unexpected pregnancy to term while
additionally helping the resident learn the tools necessary
to achieve greater self-sufficiency Individuals served by
the organization include both those who intend to raise
their child after delivery and those who opt for adoption
placement Most residents stay at Birth Haven through-
out their pregnancy and up until 6 weeks after the babyrsquos
birth exceptions are made when it is in the best interest
of the mother and infant
Birth Haven bull 4 Academy Street Newton New
Jersey 07860 973-579-7979
FAX 973-579-6831
httpwwwBirthHavenorg
5TH SUNDAY ROSARY ndash You are invited to Sacred Heart
of Jesus Church next Sunday July 29th for the 5th Sunday
of the Month Rosary which will begin at 3 orsquoclock Join us
as we pray the Rosary and the Divine Mercy Chaplet for
families and our own special intentions This is a program
of the Knights of Columbus Council 3359
THANK YOU ndash I take this opportunity to express my
sincere thanks to all the members of Saint Cecilia Parish
who attended the open house at Sacred Heart of Jesus Rec-
tory on Friday July 13th Your kindness and generosity are
such wonderful expressions of your love for the Church
and the support of her priests Thank you so much You
are all in my prayers ndash Father Pawel
SAINT PADRE PIO RELICS COMING TO OUR DIO-
CESE ndash The relics of Saint Padre Pio will be present at
Saint Peter the Apostle Church in Parsippany on Thursday
September 20th from 830 am to 630 pm At 7 orsquoclock in
the evening Holy Mass will be celebrated Please see the
information located on the bulletin board for more details
Healing Mass Assumption Church
29 Jefferson Avenue Emerson NJ 07630
201-262-1122
Friday July 27 2018
730pm
Celebrant Rev Paul Cannariato
They will lay hands on the sick and they will recover Mk 1618
580-St Cecilia
Monday July 23 Tuesday July 24 745 pmmdashCharismatic Prayer Group (Hayes Hall) Wednesday July 25 Thursday July 26 Friday July 27 Saturday July 28 Sunday July 29
DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY NEWS
Page 5 Page July 22 2018 16th Sunday of Ordinary Time
RCIA
Have you been worshiping with us or in another Catholic
Parish
but have never officially taken steps to become Catholic
Is another family member Catholic but not you
and you wonder what is the Faith they are practicing
Were you baptized in the Catholic Church
but have not been attending Catholic Mass for some time
Are you seeking a deeper personal relationship with Jesus
but have not been Baptized or have not received First Com-
munion
or have not been Confirmed in the Catholic Church
Are you dating or engaged to a Catholic person
and concerned what the effect of marrying a Catholic would
be
Are you married to a Catholic and attend Mass
but just donrsquot know what the next step is in becoming a
Catholic
Are you or your spouse a Catholic
but do not have a Catholic wedding
If any of the above questions apply to you
contact Deacon Paul Willson at 973-551-0749
Or leave contact information with Parish Office
Or send an email to pauldwillsongmailcom
VISIT ROME AND THE AMALFI COAST IN 2019 Father Zig is leading a trip to Rome and the Amalfi Coast
of Italy September 5-14 2019 A presentation for all those
interested in this trip will be held on Tuesday evening Se-
pember 18th in Hayes Hall beginning at 700 pm A repre-
sentative from Collette Tours will make the presentation
and answer all questions related to this wonderful trip
Brochures for the trip are now available from the parish
office or the church vestibule
Please visit the kiosk in the vestibule of the church to pur-
chase this CD and others that are available for $400
Thank you to everyone who supports our Gift Card and
Scrip programs This past school year with your help we
raised $30000 for Divine Mercy Academy through our gift
card sales Cards will still be available for purchase over the
summer from the school office during business hours from
the St Cecilia Parish Office Sacred Heart Rectory and after
weekend Masses when volunteers are available Purchases
over the summer will be credited toward our 2018219 fund-
raising efforts As always thank you for your support of
Divine Mercy Academy
DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY
Pre-K through 8th Grade
Come see the difference an academically excellent Catholic
education makes We offer a safe secure amp compassionate
environment with a high level of individualized attention certi-
fied teachers weekly liturgies amp daily Religion class academic
curriculum with all core subjects strong enrollment in all
grades STEM physical education music art Spanish amp li-
brary with technology integrated throughout the curriculum
Before-careaftercareextracurricular activities available
Full day amp Half Day Pre-K3 amp Pre-K4 programs starting at
$2420 year Kindergarten through 8th grade tuition rates as
follows1 child $5030 -2 children $8200- 3 children $9960
per year Schedule a personal tour this summer and see all that
DMA has to offer Currently accepting applications
87 Halsey Ave Rockaway NJ
wwwdmarockawayorg
973-627-6003
580-St Cecilia
ST CHRISTOPHER is one of the most popular Saints of the East and West There are many legends concerning this Saint often confused and contradictory One of the most popular legends holds that St Christopher was a giant who helped people across a raging stream It is believed that he carried the Christ Child across this same stream Hence his name Christopher Christ-bearer He is the patron of motorists and is invoked against storms plagues etc He died a martyr during the reign of Decius in the 3rd century
PRAYER Almighty and ever-living God graciously pour out Your Spirit upon us Let our hearts be filled with that true love which enabled Your holy Martyr Christopher to overcome all bodily torments Amen
Taken from Lives of the Saints Catholic Booking Publishing Company 1999 New Jersey
Page 6 July 22 2018 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
ST CHRISTOPHER Martyr The Same Day July 25mdashPatron of Motorists
My Dear Parishioners
On this 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time the scriptural texts presented for our reflection focus on the image of the good shep-
herd One of the characteristics of the kings of Israel was to be a good shepherd to the nation In the Prophet Jeremiahrsquos
chastisement of the monarch we see that the care of the sheep was not always a primary concern but rather the advancement
of selfish pursuits The Lord expected the kings to provide selfless and sacrificial care for those whom they were to lead
Todayrsquos Gospel shows us the Good Shepherd Godrsquos Only Begotten Son Our Lord Jesus Christ ldquoHe came and preached
peace to you who were far off and peace to those who were near for through Him we both have access in one Spirit to the
Fatherrdquo He came bringing good news of Godrsquos unconditional love for us which He demonstrated by His suffering and
death on the cross for our salvation The Gospel tells us of Jesusrsquo heart being moved as he observes the needs of the people
and He responds with pastoral care
Icons of Jesus the Good Shepherd are among the earliest paintings produced by Christians as evidenced in the catacombs
of ancient Rome and the house church at Dura Europus in Syria Jesus who tenderly holds and leads the sheep is the image
of pastoral care which the Church strives to mirror Sometimes the pastors of the Church fall short of this imitation and
many times they succeed Todayrsquos Scriptures provide us once again with the opportunity to remember all those engaged in
offering pastoral care especially our clergy religious sisters and parish lay staff Ministering to Godrsquos People in the man-
ner of the Good Shepherd is the mandate given by our Savior To remind myself and others of this care I placed a statue of
Christ the Good Shepherd in front of our parish office the place where pastoral care should be found I donated the statue in
memory of my parents Zigmund and Rose Peplowski who first showed me the importance of sacrificial love
As is evidenced in todayrsquos Gospel providing pastoral care is real work and Jesus noted that He and the Apostles needed
some time to rest before once again resuming their ministry The Gospel shows us that the work was never ending and that
the need was constant but rest is required The priests and many of the lay staff members are enjoying just a little bit of res-
pite during these summer days as meetings religious education classes etc are on a hiatus Time goes quickly and soon all
will begin again in full swing We do continue to minister during these summer days and provide the pastoral care which is
ongoing
Let us continue to encourage one another to participate in the Sunday celebration of the Eucharist when we are not away on
vacation Our presence and our offerings at the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass are powerful signs of our faith in Christ the Good
Shepherd who laid down His life for our salvation
God bless you
Father Zig
PS ndashIn case you have missed me I have been celebrating the Divine Liturgy at Saint Ann Church in Woodland Park and
Saint Demetrius Church in Cliff Side Park Both parishes are part of the Melkite Greek Catholic Eparchy (Diocese) The
priest is away on vacation and I have been asked to substitute I have biritual faculties from the Holy See to assist in the
Byzantine Church when needed
Parish Office 973-627-0313 internet wwwst-ceciliaorg FAX 973-627-4811 To Contact Fr Zig Ext 12 or speplowskioptonlinenet
School 973-627-6003 CCD Office 973-627-0313 Ext 17
Saint Cecilia Parish 90 Church Street Rockaway New Jersey 07866
The people of St Cecilia Parish are asked to pray for the following people serving our country in the armed services SmE3 Andrew Clifford LCpl Aleksandr Killeen Joseph Giannetti US Navy Lance Corporal Dennis Wuest Capt Kel-
ley E Robbins Pvt USMC Diego Usma Major Glenn E Martinez Sgt Brian Whalen Capt Anthony Odierno Cpl Kong V Nguyen Cpl Jim Van Valen LCPL Anthony Eres-man Sgt Paul J Willson PFC Cano Janeth Sgt Bob Autrey Col William Paliwada Sgt 1st Class (E7) Sam Co-lon PFC Marylyn Rivera-Sachez Cpl Edward C Thomp-son Major Kevin M Nash Lt Amy Cronin Lt Col John L Medeiros Jr Sgt Daniel Healy Marine Keith Leitner Sgt Spencer Lopez PFC Taryn Kemp Jeffrey Braunhausen E7 Joseph Grimsey Bill Maloney Greg Bloete Gian Carlo Bruzzese Spc Christopher Little PFC Brittany Martindell PO1 (E6) Matthew Fitzgerald SA Justin C White Matthew amp Daniel Rosica Mark Leonard Sr Armn Ashley Valetta Sgt John Wisnofsky Cpl TJ Finn Sgt Kristopher Faber Capt Vincent Presto Airman First Class William Kussler Spc Gregory Villaneuva and Cpl Casey W Lyness We ask God the Father of us all through the intercession of St Mi-chael the Archangel to protect all the men and women in our Armed Forces to bless them in their efforts toward bringing peace and justice to our world May they be brought back safely to those they love
580-St Cecilia
Ethan Chandra Dean Wayne Campbell Doris
Cusick Carol Centonze Jane Gorcica Sam Sessa Hank Brown Carol Ferrante Jim Golden Karen Niles Noel Wadleigh Joanna Sacco David Cicchine Teresa DrsquoAtria Derek Bascharow Debbie Malc Grace McDermott Joe Horvath Jr Elvira Bugaoan Pat Heady Owen Peter Byrne
Tia Maddaloni Mason Walker Steussing Susan Mejia Derek Bascharow Isabel Rattay Donna Cooke Tom Hull Kathleen Fazio Kristin Wich Kyle Johnson Kate Darlington Jake Mi-chael Miraldi Cheryl Anne Bornemann Sean Nolan Maryann Hughes Peggy Eileen Miars Ray Kennedy Richard Corcoran Madison Rose Leslie Demetrius Barbee Lucille Bardi Frances Finn Dorothy Murray Virginia Cousins Madlyn Long Stepha-nie Lewis Florence Clements Kimberly Dugan Gale Sessa Paul Minetti Marguerite Buggy Mike Murray Carmen Liuzza Jr Helene Turner Michael Turner Ruben Lorenzo Michael Alva-rez Mina Simmons-Jones Victoria Santana Joe Maulbeck Mary Merz Dolores Faulkner Marion amp Philipp Cables Patricia Smith Schulman Ethan Anderson Vincent Fortunato Joyce Turner
THE WORD OF GOD
Here are the readings for next Sunday
110 2 Kgs 442-44 Ps 14510-11 15-16
17-18 Eph 41-6 Jn 61-15
Page 2 July 22 2018 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Monday July 23 Saint Bridget Religious 630 ammdashSpecial Intention 800 ammdashLaura Cristina Vargas req by Diana Fernanda Leon Tuesday July 24 Saint Sharbel Makhluf Priest 630 ammdashSpecial Intention for the sick 800 ammdashRyan Scott DeVito req by Susan Ely Maiella Wednesday July 25 Saint James Apostle
630 ammdashSpecial Intention for increased vocations to the priesthood 800 ammdashVicari Family req by Diane Garafano Thursday July 26 Saints Joachim and Anne Parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary 630 ammdashSpecial Intention for World Peace 800 ammdashBarbara Kucynda req by Fr Zig Friday July 27 Weekday 630 ammdashSpecial Intention for our Holy Father the Pope 800 ammdashCraig Slanovec req by the McDonnell Family Saturday July 28 Weekday 800 ammdashVillamor Tolentino req by Antonita DeJesus Sunday July 29 Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time 430 pmmdash Veronica Morgante req by Betsy Amicucci
Elinor Gormley req by Chris amp Allison Stahl
700 pmmdash Margot amp Felix Sanchez req by Family
Denis Klus req by the Zarzycki Family
800 ammdash Ruth L Petsko Jakimer req by Pam amp Mike Masucci
Villamor Tolentino req by Lita Perez 915 ammdash Waclaw Ptak amp Jozef Nowobilski John Lombardo req by the Nelson Family 1045 ammdashKathy Nolan req by friend Bobbie Gary Yacavino req by Linda Murphy amp Family
1215 pmmdash50th Wedding Anniversary of Pat amp Tom Degnan
The Sanctuary Lamp is burning for
Steve Golda
requested by
wife Georgian amp Family
ST CECILIA CHURCH COLLECTION GOALS
Week Ending 70818 CollectionmdashChecks $ 173800
Collectionndash Cash $ 999200
ParishPay Electronic Giving $ 233646
Total Weekly Collection 1406646
Yearly Collection Goal (BUDGET) $ 81400000
Weekly Goal $ 1470588
Weekly Collection Surplus (Deficit) $ ($63943)
Year To Date Surplus (Deficit) $ ($74910)
ST CECILIA CHURCH COLLECTION GOALS
Week Ending 71518 CollectionmdashChecks $ 304600
Collectionndash Cash $ 866150
ParishPay Electronic Giving $ 233646
Total Weekly Collection 1404396
Yearly Collection Goal (BUDGET) $ 81400000
Weekly Goal $ 1470588
Weekly Collection Surplus (Deficit) $ ($66193)
Year To Date Surplus (Deficit) $ ($141103)
PARISH EVENTS
ST CECILIA SENIOR CLUB NEWS AND EVENTS
580-St Cecilia
Please be advised that all the ldquoSenior Eventsrdquo are open to everyone 55 and over from
St Cecilia amp Sacred Heart Parishes Tuesday August 7thmdashRegular Meeting 11 am set up 12-1 social hour coffee amp cake
1-2pm meeting bingo amp cards afterward Tuesday August 14thmdashSands Casino Price $25mdashSlot Playmdash$20mdashFoodmdash$5 Sunday Sep 16 thru Friday Sept 21
Wildwood Crest Stay at the popular and historical Caribbean
Motel for 5 nights amp 6 days Includes hot breakfast every day dinners
plus a pizza party and a BBQ wine amp cheese parties a gala
evening of dinner show and dancing at Convention Hall Lewes Ferry
to Delaware for shopping a day at Resorts Casino with bonus
whale watch Cape May a show at the Performing Arts Center and more
For more info call Lorraine 973-366-6871 Donrsquot forget about the St Cecilia Seniors Adventure of The Seas on May 17 2019
For more info Call Alice Koller 973-627-8558
Page 3 July 22 2018 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
MASS CARDS We are asked to pray for the dead The best way to do this
is to have a mass celebrated in memory of a loved one
Stop in or call the Parish Office 973-627-0313
~Offering $1500~
BAPTISM CLASS ndash A meeting of all those wishing information
and scheduling for a baptism will meet on Monday evening Au-
gust 20th in the Saint Cecilia Parish office at 7 orsquoclock in the eve-
ning Father will be present to conduct the information session
and answer questions regarding the celebration of the sacrament
PADRE PIO PRAYER GROUP - The Padre Pio Prayer
Group will resume following Labor Day
NEW WOMENS GROUP Women at the Well The Women at the Well meet the FIRST SATURDAYS of each month These evenings are meant to serve as spiritual and social refreshment for women The evening begins with a potluck dinner followed the Rosary quiet prayer and end-ing with dessert and socializing Registration is required by emailing Jennifer Nelson amp Faith Rose at wellwithmysoul17gmailcom with your name par-ish and email address This group is open to those outside the parish as well Bring a your Rosary and a friend
St Cecilia amp Sacred Heart Parishes
Summer Bible Camp had a successful week
with over 40 children learning about Jesus
with the help of many teens and adults
Thank you to all
MASS changes for Mercy amp Mary Retreat
August 11th
Due to a scheduled retreat at our parish on Saturday
August 11th morning Mass will be held at 730 am
instead of 800 am The Retreat concludes on Satur-
day the 11th at 400 pm Please plan accordingly if
you plan on attending the 430 pm Mass as parking
will be a challenge until attendees begin to leave be-
tween 4 and 415 pm
WALKING PILGRIMAGEmdashA walking pilgrimage to
the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa in Doyles-
town Pennsylvania will begin August 9th and commence
from Saints Peter and Paul Church in Great Meadows New
Jersey The 60 mile pilgrimage is 4 days and 3 nights
Holy Mass is celebrated daily along with confession coun-
seling reflection and fellowship For registration and addi-
tional information please go to the website
WwwwalkingpilgrimageusEnglishpilgriminfohtml
7 OrsquoCLOCK SATURDAY VIGIL MASS ndash The Saturday
evening Vigil Mass at 7 orsquoclock will be without musical
accompaniment The Mass will be similar to the celebration
of the weekday Mass with the following 1) the priest will
begin the Mass coming from the sacristy rather than a pro-
cession down the center aisle 2) the faithful are asked to
recite the ENTRANCE ANTIPHON which is found in the
missal beginning on page 3 as the priest makes his way to
the presiderrsquos chair 3) the faithful are asked to recite the
COMMUNION VERSE which is found in the missal begin-
ning on page 106 as the priest is receiving Holy Commun-
ion by drinking the Precious Blood from the chalice
580-St Cecilia
We are online wwwst-ceciliaorg
Page 4 July 22 2018 16th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Parish Summer Office Hours
Monday thru Thursday 830mdash430
(Lunch 1200mdash100)
Friday 830 to 1100
July 2 until Labor Day
ATTENTION MEN ndash A new menrsquos group called FA-
THERS OF ST JOSEPH will be meeting every other Sat-
urday morning at 530 am in the St Cecilia Office Build-
ing The sole aim and purpose of the group is to labor for
the restoration revitalization and redemption of human
fatherhood in order that it may become what it has been
created to be an efficacious icon that directs the human
family to its Father The Fathers of St Joseph gatherings
are not so much meetings as they are mini retreats whose
aim is to communicate the spirituality of fatherhood in a
manner that encourages and inspires fathers to embrace
engage and ndash by the power of the Holy Spirit ndash sanctify
their vocation The next gathering is SATURDAY July
28
2018-2019 Faith Formation Registration K-8th Grade Traditional CCD 9th amp 10th Grade Confirmation
amp Generations of Faith Registration for all religious education classes are now open Forms and program details are available on the parish website and in the parish office Class sizes are limited and are on a first come first serve basis If you have any questions please contact Jim Clancy at 973-627-0310 ext 17 or at stceciliafaithformationgmailcom
Pregnant Need Help
This information is taken from the
Birth Haven website
The agency provides a safe and nurturing environment in
which to carry an unexpected pregnancy to term while
additionally helping the resident learn the tools necessary
to achieve greater self-sufficiency Individuals served by
the organization include both those who intend to raise
their child after delivery and those who opt for adoption
placement Most residents stay at Birth Haven through-
out their pregnancy and up until 6 weeks after the babyrsquos
birth exceptions are made when it is in the best interest
of the mother and infant
Birth Haven bull 4 Academy Street Newton New
Jersey 07860 973-579-7979
FAX 973-579-6831
httpwwwBirthHavenorg
5TH SUNDAY ROSARY ndash You are invited to Sacred Heart
of Jesus Church next Sunday July 29th for the 5th Sunday
of the Month Rosary which will begin at 3 orsquoclock Join us
as we pray the Rosary and the Divine Mercy Chaplet for
families and our own special intentions This is a program
of the Knights of Columbus Council 3359
THANK YOU ndash I take this opportunity to express my
sincere thanks to all the members of Saint Cecilia Parish
who attended the open house at Sacred Heart of Jesus Rec-
tory on Friday July 13th Your kindness and generosity are
such wonderful expressions of your love for the Church
and the support of her priests Thank you so much You
are all in my prayers ndash Father Pawel
SAINT PADRE PIO RELICS COMING TO OUR DIO-
CESE ndash The relics of Saint Padre Pio will be present at
Saint Peter the Apostle Church in Parsippany on Thursday
September 20th from 830 am to 630 pm At 7 orsquoclock in
the evening Holy Mass will be celebrated Please see the
information located on the bulletin board for more details
Healing Mass Assumption Church
29 Jefferson Avenue Emerson NJ 07630
201-262-1122
Friday July 27 2018
730pm
Celebrant Rev Paul Cannariato
They will lay hands on the sick and they will recover Mk 1618
580-St Cecilia
Monday July 23 Tuesday July 24 745 pmmdashCharismatic Prayer Group (Hayes Hall) Wednesday July 25 Thursday July 26 Friday July 27 Saturday July 28 Sunday July 29
DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY NEWS
Page 5 Page July 22 2018 16th Sunday of Ordinary Time
RCIA
Have you been worshiping with us or in another Catholic
Parish
but have never officially taken steps to become Catholic
Is another family member Catholic but not you
and you wonder what is the Faith they are practicing
Were you baptized in the Catholic Church
but have not been attending Catholic Mass for some time
Are you seeking a deeper personal relationship with Jesus
but have not been Baptized or have not received First Com-
munion
or have not been Confirmed in the Catholic Church
Are you dating or engaged to a Catholic person
and concerned what the effect of marrying a Catholic would
be
Are you married to a Catholic and attend Mass
but just donrsquot know what the next step is in becoming a
Catholic
Are you or your spouse a Catholic
but do not have a Catholic wedding
If any of the above questions apply to you
contact Deacon Paul Willson at 973-551-0749
Or leave contact information with Parish Office
Or send an email to pauldwillsongmailcom
VISIT ROME AND THE AMALFI COAST IN 2019 Father Zig is leading a trip to Rome and the Amalfi Coast
of Italy September 5-14 2019 A presentation for all those
interested in this trip will be held on Tuesday evening Se-
pember 18th in Hayes Hall beginning at 700 pm A repre-
sentative from Collette Tours will make the presentation
and answer all questions related to this wonderful trip
Brochures for the trip are now available from the parish
office or the church vestibule
Please visit the kiosk in the vestibule of the church to pur-
chase this CD and others that are available for $400
Thank you to everyone who supports our Gift Card and
Scrip programs This past school year with your help we
raised $30000 for Divine Mercy Academy through our gift
card sales Cards will still be available for purchase over the
summer from the school office during business hours from
the St Cecilia Parish Office Sacred Heart Rectory and after
weekend Masses when volunteers are available Purchases
over the summer will be credited toward our 2018219 fund-
raising efforts As always thank you for your support of
Divine Mercy Academy
DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY
Pre-K through 8th Grade
Come see the difference an academically excellent Catholic
education makes We offer a safe secure amp compassionate
environment with a high level of individualized attention certi-
fied teachers weekly liturgies amp daily Religion class academic
curriculum with all core subjects strong enrollment in all
grades STEM physical education music art Spanish amp li-
brary with technology integrated throughout the curriculum
Before-careaftercareextracurricular activities available
Full day amp Half Day Pre-K3 amp Pre-K4 programs starting at
$2420 year Kindergarten through 8th grade tuition rates as
follows1 child $5030 -2 children $8200- 3 children $9960
per year Schedule a personal tour this summer and see all that
DMA has to offer Currently accepting applications
87 Halsey Ave Rockaway NJ
wwwdmarockawayorg
973-627-6003
580-St Cecilia
ST CHRISTOPHER is one of the most popular Saints of the East and West There are many legends concerning this Saint often confused and contradictory One of the most popular legends holds that St Christopher was a giant who helped people across a raging stream It is believed that he carried the Christ Child across this same stream Hence his name Christopher Christ-bearer He is the patron of motorists and is invoked against storms plagues etc He died a martyr during the reign of Decius in the 3rd century
PRAYER Almighty and ever-living God graciously pour out Your Spirit upon us Let our hearts be filled with that true love which enabled Your holy Martyr Christopher to overcome all bodily torments Amen
Taken from Lives of the Saints Catholic Booking Publishing Company 1999 New Jersey
Page 6 July 22 2018 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
ST CHRISTOPHER Martyr The Same Day July 25mdashPatron of Motorists
My Dear Parishioners
On this 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time the scriptural texts presented for our reflection focus on the image of the good shep-
herd One of the characteristics of the kings of Israel was to be a good shepherd to the nation In the Prophet Jeremiahrsquos
chastisement of the monarch we see that the care of the sheep was not always a primary concern but rather the advancement
of selfish pursuits The Lord expected the kings to provide selfless and sacrificial care for those whom they were to lead
Todayrsquos Gospel shows us the Good Shepherd Godrsquos Only Begotten Son Our Lord Jesus Christ ldquoHe came and preached
peace to you who were far off and peace to those who were near for through Him we both have access in one Spirit to the
Fatherrdquo He came bringing good news of Godrsquos unconditional love for us which He demonstrated by His suffering and
death on the cross for our salvation The Gospel tells us of Jesusrsquo heart being moved as he observes the needs of the people
and He responds with pastoral care
Icons of Jesus the Good Shepherd are among the earliest paintings produced by Christians as evidenced in the catacombs
of ancient Rome and the house church at Dura Europus in Syria Jesus who tenderly holds and leads the sheep is the image
of pastoral care which the Church strives to mirror Sometimes the pastors of the Church fall short of this imitation and
many times they succeed Todayrsquos Scriptures provide us once again with the opportunity to remember all those engaged in
offering pastoral care especially our clergy religious sisters and parish lay staff Ministering to Godrsquos People in the man-
ner of the Good Shepherd is the mandate given by our Savior To remind myself and others of this care I placed a statue of
Christ the Good Shepherd in front of our parish office the place where pastoral care should be found I donated the statue in
memory of my parents Zigmund and Rose Peplowski who first showed me the importance of sacrificial love
As is evidenced in todayrsquos Gospel providing pastoral care is real work and Jesus noted that He and the Apostles needed
some time to rest before once again resuming their ministry The Gospel shows us that the work was never ending and that
the need was constant but rest is required The priests and many of the lay staff members are enjoying just a little bit of res-
pite during these summer days as meetings religious education classes etc are on a hiatus Time goes quickly and soon all
will begin again in full swing We do continue to minister during these summer days and provide the pastoral care which is
ongoing
Let us continue to encourage one another to participate in the Sunday celebration of the Eucharist when we are not away on
vacation Our presence and our offerings at the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass are powerful signs of our faith in Christ the Good
Shepherd who laid down His life for our salvation
God bless you
Father Zig
PS ndashIn case you have missed me I have been celebrating the Divine Liturgy at Saint Ann Church in Woodland Park and
Saint Demetrius Church in Cliff Side Park Both parishes are part of the Melkite Greek Catholic Eparchy (Diocese) The
priest is away on vacation and I have been asked to substitute I have biritual faculties from the Holy See to assist in the
Byzantine Church when needed
Parish Office 973-627-0313 internet wwwst-ceciliaorg FAX 973-627-4811 To Contact Fr Zig Ext 12 or speplowskioptonlinenet
School 973-627-6003 CCD Office 973-627-0313 Ext 17
Saint Cecilia Parish 90 Church Street Rockaway New Jersey 07866
PARISH EVENTS
ST CECILIA SENIOR CLUB NEWS AND EVENTS
580-St Cecilia
Please be advised that all the ldquoSenior Eventsrdquo are open to everyone 55 and over from
St Cecilia amp Sacred Heart Parishes Tuesday August 7thmdashRegular Meeting 11 am set up 12-1 social hour coffee amp cake
1-2pm meeting bingo amp cards afterward Tuesday August 14thmdashSands Casino Price $25mdashSlot Playmdash$20mdashFoodmdash$5 Sunday Sep 16 thru Friday Sept 21
Wildwood Crest Stay at the popular and historical Caribbean
Motel for 5 nights amp 6 days Includes hot breakfast every day dinners
plus a pizza party and a BBQ wine amp cheese parties a gala
evening of dinner show and dancing at Convention Hall Lewes Ferry
to Delaware for shopping a day at Resorts Casino with bonus
whale watch Cape May a show at the Performing Arts Center and more
For more info call Lorraine 973-366-6871 Donrsquot forget about the St Cecilia Seniors Adventure of The Seas on May 17 2019
For more info Call Alice Koller 973-627-8558
Page 3 July 22 2018 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
MASS CARDS We are asked to pray for the dead The best way to do this
is to have a mass celebrated in memory of a loved one
Stop in or call the Parish Office 973-627-0313
~Offering $1500~
BAPTISM CLASS ndash A meeting of all those wishing information
and scheduling for a baptism will meet on Monday evening Au-
gust 20th in the Saint Cecilia Parish office at 7 orsquoclock in the eve-
ning Father will be present to conduct the information session
and answer questions regarding the celebration of the sacrament
PADRE PIO PRAYER GROUP - The Padre Pio Prayer
Group will resume following Labor Day
NEW WOMENS GROUP Women at the Well The Women at the Well meet the FIRST SATURDAYS of each month These evenings are meant to serve as spiritual and social refreshment for women The evening begins with a potluck dinner followed the Rosary quiet prayer and end-ing with dessert and socializing Registration is required by emailing Jennifer Nelson amp Faith Rose at wellwithmysoul17gmailcom with your name par-ish and email address This group is open to those outside the parish as well Bring a your Rosary and a friend
St Cecilia amp Sacred Heart Parishes
Summer Bible Camp had a successful week
with over 40 children learning about Jesus
with the help of many teens and adults
Thank you to all
MASS changes for Mercy amp Mary Retreat
August 11th
Due to a scheduled retreat at our parish on Saturday
August 11th morning Mass will be held at 730 am
instead of 800 am The Retreat concludes on Satur-
day the 11th at 400 pm Please plan accordingly if
you plan on attending the 430 pm Mass as parking
will be a challenge until attendees begin to leave be-
tween 4 and 415 pm
WALKING PILGRIMAGEmdashA walking pilgrimage to
the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa in Doyles-
town Pennsylvania will begin August 9th and commence
from Saints Peter and Paul Church in Great Meadows New
Jersey The 60 mile pilgrimage is 4 days and 3 nights
Holy Mass is celebrated daily along with confession coun-
seling reflection and fellowship For registration and addi-
tional information please go to the website
WwwwalkingpilgrimageusEnglishpilgriminfohtml
7 OrsquoCLOCK SATURDAY VIGIL MASS ndash The Saturday
evening Vigil Mass at 7 orsquoclock will be without musical
accompaniment The Mass will be similar to the celebration
of the weekday Mass with the following 1) the priest will
begin the Mass coming from the sacristy rather than a pro-
cession down the center aisle 2) the faithful are asked to
recite the ENTRANCE ANTIPHON which is found in the
missal beginning on page 3 as the priest makes his way to
the presiderrsquos chair 3) the faithful are asked to recite the
COMMUNION VERSE which is found in the missal begin-
ning on page 106 as the priest is receiving Holy Commun-
ion by drinking the Precious Blood from the chalice
580-St Cecilia
We are online wwwst-ceciliaorg
Page 4 July 22 2018 16th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Parish Summer Office Hours
Monday thru Thursday 830mdash430
(Lunch 1200mdash100)
Friday 830 to 1100
July 2 until Labor Day
ATTENTION MEN ndash A new menrsquos group called FA-
THERS OF ST JOSEPH will be meeting every other Sat-
urday morning at 530 am in the St Cecilia Office Build-
ing The sole aim and purpose of the group is to labor for
the restoration revitalization and redemption of human
fatherhood in order that it may become what it has been
created to be an efficacious icon that directs the human
family to its Father The Fathers of St Joseph gatherings
are not so much meetings as they are mini retreats whose
aim is to communicate the spirituality of fatherhood in a
manner that encourages and inspires fathers to embrace
engage and ndash by the power of the Holy Spirit ndash sanctify
their vocation The next gathering is SATURDAY July
28
2018-2019 Faith Formation Registration K-8th Grade Traditional CCD 9th amp 10th Grade Confirmation
amp Generations of Faith Registration for all religious education classes are now open Forms and program details are available on the parish website and in the parish office Class sizes are limited and are on a first come first serve basis If you have any questions please contact Jim Clancy at 973-627-0310 ext 17 or at stceciliafaithformationgmailcom
Pregnant Need Help
This information is taken from the
Birth Haven website
The agency provides a safe and nurturing environment in
which to carry an unexpected pregnancy to term while
additionally helping the resident learn the tools necessary
to achieve greater self-sufficiency Individuals served by
the organization include both those who intend to raise
their child after delivery and those who opt for adoption
placement Most residents stay at Birth Haven through-
out their pregnancy and up until 6 weeks after the babyrsquos
birth exceptions are made when it is in the best interest
of the mother and infant
Birth Haven bull 4 Academy Street Newton New
Jersey 07860 973-579-7979
FAX 973-579-6831
httpwwwBirthHavenorg
5TH SUNDAY ROSARY ndash You are invited to Sacred Heart
of Jesus Church next Sunday July 29th for the 5th Sunday
of the Month Rosary which will begin at 3 orsquoclock Join us
as we pray the Rosary and the Divine Mercy Chaplet for
families and our own special intentions This is a program
of the Knights of Columbus Council 3359
THANK YOU ndash I take this opportunity to express my
sincere thanks to all the members of Saint Cecilia Parish
who attended the open house at Sacred Heart of Jesus Rec-
tory on Friday July 13th Your kindness and generosity are
such wonderful expressions of your love for the Church
and the support of her priests Thank you so much You
are all in my prayers ndash Father Pawel
SAINT PADRE PIO RELICS COMING TO OUR DIO-
CESE ndash The relics of Saint Padre Pio will be present at
Saint Peter the Apostle Church in Parsippany on Thursday
September 20th from 830 am to 630 pm At 7 orsquoclock in
the evening Holy Mass will be celebrated Please see the
information located on the bulletin board for more details
Healing Mass Assumption Church
29 Jefferson Avenue Emerson NJ 07630
201-262-1122
Friday July 27 2018
730pm
Celebrant Rev Paul Cannariato
They will lay hands on the sick and they will recover Mk 1618
580-St Cecilia
Monday July 23 Tuesday July 24 745 pmmdashCharismatic Prayer Group (Hayes Hall) Wednesday July 25 Thursday July 26 Friday July 27 Saturday July 28 Sunday July 29
DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY NEWS
Page 5 Page July 22 2018 16th Sunday of Ordinary Time
RCIA
Have you been worshiping with us or in another Catholic
Parish
but have never officially taken steps to become Catholic
Is another family member Catholic but not you
and you wonder what is the Faith they are practicing
Were you baptized in the Catholic Church
but have not been attending Catholic Mass for some time
Are you seeking a deeper personal relationship with Jesus
but have not been Baptized or have not received First Com-
munion
or have not been Confirmed in the Catholic Church
Are you dating or engaged to a Catholic person
and concerned what the effect of marrying a Catholic would
be
Are you married to a Catholic and attend Mass
but just donrsquot know what the next step is in becoming a
Catholic
Are you or your spouse a Catholic
but do not have a Catholic wedding
If any of the above questions apply to you
contact Deacon Paul Willson at 973-551-0749
Or leave contact information with Parish Office
Or send an email to pauldwillsongmailcom
VISIT ROME AND THE AMALFI COAST IN 2019 Father Zig is leading a trip to Rome and the Amalfi Coast
of Italy September 5-14 2019 A presentation for all those
interested in this trip will be held on Tuesday evening Se-
pember 18th in Hayes Hall beginning at 700 pm A repre-
sentative from Collette Tours will make the presentation
and answer all questions related to this wonderful trip
Brochures for the trip are now available from the parish
office or the church vestibule
Please visit the kiosk in the vestibule of the church to pur-
chase this CD and others that are available for $400
Thank you to everyone who supports our Gift Card and
Scrip programs This past school year with your help we
raised $30000 for Divine Mercy Academy through our gift
card sales Cards will still be available for purchase over the
summer from the school office during business hours from
the St Cecilia Parish Office Sacred Heart Rectory and after
weekend Masses when volunteers are available Purchases
over the summer will be credited toward our 2018219 fund-
raising efforts As always thank you for your support of
Divine Mercy Academy
DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY
Pre-K through 8th Grade
Come see the difference an academically excellent Catholic
education makes We offer a safe secure amp compassionate
environment with a high level of individualized attention certi-
fied teachers weekly liturgies amp daily Religion class academic
curriculum with all core subjects strong enrollment in all
grades STEM physical education music art Spanish amp li-
brary with technology integrated throughout the curriculum
Before-careaftercareextracurricular activities available
Full day amp Half Day Pre-K3 amp Pre-K4 programs starting at
$2420 year Kindergarten through 8th grade tuition rates as
follows1 child $5030 -2 children $8200- 3 children $9960
per year Schedule a personal tour this summer and see all that
DMA has to offer Currently accepting applications
87 Halsey Ave Rockaway NJ
wwwdmarockawayorg
973-627-6003
580-St Cecilia
ST CHRISTOPHER is one of the most popular Saints of the East and West There are many legends concerning this Saint often confused and contradictory One of the most popular legends holds that St Christopher was a giant who helped people across a raging stream It is believed that he carried the Christ Child across this same stream Hence his name Christopher Christ-bearer He is the patron of motorists and is invoked against storms plagues etc He died a martyr during the reign of Decius in the 3rd century
PRAYER Almighty and ever-living God graciously pour out Your Spirit upon us Let our hearts be filled with that true love which enabled Your holy Martyr Christopher to overcome all bodily torments Amen
Taken from Lives of the Saints Catholic Booking Publishing Company 1999 New Jersey
Page 6 July 22 2018 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
ST CHRISTOPHER Martyr The Same Day July 25mdashPatron of Motorists
My Dear Parishioners
On this 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time the scriptural texts presented for our reflection focus on the image of the good shep-
herd One of the characteristics of the kings of Israel was to be a good shepherd to the nation In the Prophet Jeremiahrsquos
chastisement of the monarch we see that the care of the sheep was not always a primary concern but rather the advancement
of selfish pursuits The Lord expected the kings to provide selfless and sacrificial care for those whom they were to lead
Todayrsquos Gospel shows us the Good Shepherd Godrsquos Only Begotten Son Our Lord Jesus Christ ldquoHe came and preached
peace to you who were far off and peace to those who were near for through Him we both have access in one Spirit to the
Fatherrdquo He came bringing good news of Godrsquos unconditional love for us which He demonstrated by His suffering and
death on the cross for our salvation The Gospel tells us of Jesusrsquo heart being moved as he observes the needs of the people
and He responds with pastoral care
Icons of Jesus the Good Shepherd are among the earliest paintings produced by Christians as evidenced in the catacombs
of ancient Rome and the house church at Dura Europus in Syria Jesus who tenderly holds and leads the sheep is the image
of pastoral care which the Church strives to mirror Sometimes the pastors of the Church fall short of this imitation and
many times they succeed Todayrsquos Scriptures provide us once again with the opportunity to remember all those engaged in
offering pastoral care especially our clergy religious sisters and parish lay staff Ministering to Godrsquos People in the man-
ner of the Good Shepherd is the mandate given by our Savior To remind myself and others of this care I placed a statue of
Christ the Good Shepherd in front of our parish office the place where pastoral care should be found I donated the statue in
memory of my parents Zigmund and Rose Peplowski who first showed me the importance of sacrificial love
As is evidenced in todayrsquos Gospel providing pastoral care is real work and Jesus noted that He and the Apostles needed
some time to rest before once again resuming their ministry The Gospel shows us that the work was never ending and that
the need was constant but rest is required The priests and many of the lay staff members are enjoying just a little bit of res-
pite during these summer days as meetings religious education classes etc are on a hiatus Time goes quickly and soon all
will begin again in full swing We do continue to minister during these summer days and provide the pastoral care which is
ongoing
Let us continue to encourage one another to participate in the Sunday celebration of the Eucharist when we are not away on
vacation Our presence and our offerings at the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass are powerful signs of our faith in Christ the Good
Shepherd who laid down His life for our salvation
God bless you
Father Zig
PS ndashIn case you have missed me I have been celebrating the Divine Liturgy at Saint Ann Church in Woodland Park and
Saint Demetrius Church in Cliff Side Park Both parishes are part of the Melkite Greek Catholic Eparchy (Diocese) The
priest is away on vacation and I have been asked to substitute I have biritual faculties from the Holy See to assist in the
Byzantine Church when needed
Parish Office 973-627-0313 internet wwwst-ceciliaorg FAX 973-627-4811 To Contact Fr Zig Ext 12 or speplowskioptonlinenet
School 973-627-6003 CCD Office 973-627-0313 Ext 17
Saint Cecilia Parish 90 Church Street Rockaway New Jersey 07866
580-St Cecilia
We are online wwwst-ceciliaorg
Page 4 July 22 2018 16th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Parish Summer Office Hours
Monday thru Thursday 830mdash430
(Lunch 1200mdash100)
Friday 830 to 1100
July 2 until Labor Day
ATTENTION MEN ndash A new menrsquos group called FA-
THERS OF ST JOSEPH will be meeting every other Sat-
urday morning at 530 am in the St Cecilia Office Build-
ing The sole aim and purpose of the group is to labor for
the restoration revitalization and redemption of human
fatherhood in order that it may become what it has been
created to be an efficacious icon that directs the human
family to its Father The Fathers of St Joseph gatherings
are not so much meetings as they are mini retreats whose
aim is to communicate the spirituality of fatherhood in a
manner that encourages and inspires fathers to embrace
engage and ndash by the power of the Holy Spirit ndash sanctify
their vocation The next gathering is SATURDAY July
28
2018-2019 Faith Formation Registration K-8th Grade Traditional CCD 9th amp 10th Grade Confirmation
amp Generations of Faith Registration for all religious education classes are now open Forms and program details are available on the parish website and in the parish office Class sizes are limited and are on a first come first serve basis If you have any questions please contact Jim Clancy at 973-627-0310 ext 17 or at stceciliafaithformationgmailcom
Pregnant Need Help
This information is taken from the
Birth Haven website
The agency provides a safe and nurturing environment in
which to carry an unexpected pregnancy to term while
additionally helping the resident learn the tools necessary
to achieve greater self-sufficiency Individuals served by
the organization include both those who intend to raise
their child after delivery and those who opt for adoption
placement Most residents stay at Birth Haven through-
out their pregnancy and up until 6 weeks after the babyrsquos
birth exceptions are made when it is in the best interest
of the mother and infant
Birth Haven bull 4 Academy Street Newton New
Jersey 07860 973-579-7979
FAX 973-579-6831
httpwwwBirthHavenorg
5TH SUNDAY ROSARY ndash You are invited to Sacred Heart
of Jesus Church next Sunday July 29th for the 5th Sunday
of the Month Rosary which will begin at 3 orsquoclock Join us
as we pray the Rosary and the Divine Mercy Chaplet for
families and our own special intentions This is a program
of the Knights of Columbus Council 3359
THANK YOU ndash I take this opportunity to express my
sincere thanks to all the members of Saint Cecilia Parish
who attended the open house at Sacred Heart of Jesus Rec-
tory on Friday July 13th Your kindness and generosity are
such wonderful expressions of your love for the Church
and the support of her priests Thank you so much You
are all in my prayers ndash Father Pawel
SAINT PADRE PIO RELICS COMING TO OUR DIO-
CESE ndash The relics of Saint Padre Pio will be present at
Saint Peter the Apostle Church in Parsippany on Thursday
September 20th from 830 am to 630 pm At 7 orsquoclock in
the evening Holy Mass will be celebrated Please see the
information located on the bulletin board for more details
Healing Mass Assumption Church
29 Jefferson Avenue Emerson NJ 07630
201-262-1122
Friday July 27 2018
730pm
Celebrant Rev Paul Cannariato
They will lay hands on the sick and they will recover Mk 1618
580-St Cecilia
Monday July 23 Tuesday July 24 745 pmmdashCharismatic Prayer Group (Hayes Hall) Wednesday July 25 Thursday July 26 Friday July 27 Saturday July 28 Sunday July 29
DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY NEWS
Page 5 Page July 22 2018 16th Sunday of Ordinary Time
RCIA
Have you been worshiping with us or in another Catholic
Parish
but have never officially taken steps to become Catholic
Is another family member Catholic but not you
and you wonder what is the Faith they are practicing
Were you baptized in the Catholic Church
but have not been attending Catholic Mass for some time
Are you seeking a deeper personal relationship with Jesus
but have not been Baptized or have not received First Com-
munion
or have not been Confirmed in the Catholic Church
Are you dating or engaged to a Catholic person
and concerned what the effect of marrying a Catholic would
be
Are you married to a Catholic and attend Mass
but just donrsquot know what the next step is in becoming a
Catholic
Are you or your spouse a Catholic
but do not have a Catholic wedding
If any of the above questions apply to you
contact Deacon Paul Willson at 973-551-0749
Or leave contact information with Parish Office
Or send an email to pauldwillsongmailcom
VISIT ROME AND THE AMALFI COAST IN 2019 Father Zig is leading a trip to Rome and the Amalfi Coast
of Italy September 5-14 2019 A presentation for all those
interested in this trip will be held on Tuesday evening Se-
pember 18th in Hayes Hall beginning at 700 pm A repre-
sentative from Collette Tours will make the presentation
and answer all questions related to this wonderful trip
Brochures for the trip are now available from the parish
office or the church vestibule
Please visit the kiosk in the vestibule of the church to pur-
chase this CD and others that are available for $400
Thank you to everyone who supports our Gift Card and
Scrip programs This past school year with your help we
raised $30000 for Divine Mercy Academy through our gift
card sales Cards will still be available for purchase over the
summer from the school office during business hours from
the St Cecilia Parish Office Sacred Heart Rectory and after
weekend Masses when volunteers are available Purchases
over the summer will be credited toward our 2018219 fund-
raising efforts As always thank you for your support of
Divine Mercy Academy
DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY
Pre-K through 8th Grade
Come see the difference an academically excellent Catholic
education makes We offer a safe secure amp compassionate
environment with a high level of individualized attention certi-
fied teachers weekly liturgies amp daily Religion class academic
curriculum with all core subjects strong enrollment in all
grades STEM physical education music art Spanish amp li-
brary with technology integrated throughout the curriculum
Before-careaftercareextracurricular activities available
Full day amp Half Day Pre-K3 amp Pre-K4 programs starting at
$2420 year Kindergarten through 8th grade tuition rates as
follows1 child $5030 -2 children $8200- 3 children $9960
per year Schedule a personal tour this summer and see all that
DMA has to offer Currently accepting applications
87 Halsey Ave Rockaway NJ
wwwdmarockawayorg
973-627-6003
580-St Cecilia
ST CHRISTOPHER is one of the most popular Saints of the East and West There are many legends concerning this Saint often confused and contradictory One of the most popular legends holds that St Christopher was a giant who helped people across a raging stream It is believed that he carried the Christ Child across this same stream Hence his name Christopher Christ-bearer He is the patron of motorists and is invoked against storms plagues etc He died a martyr during the reign of Decius in the 3rd century
PRAYER Almighty and ever-living God graciously pour out Your Spirit upon us Let our hearts be filled with that true love which enabled Your holy Martyr Christopher to overcome all bodily torments Amen
Taken from Lives of the Saints Catholic Booking Publishing Company 1999 New Jersey
Page 6 July 22 2018 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
ST CHRISTOPHER Martyr The Same Day July 25mdashPatron of Motorists
My Dear Parishioners
On this 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time the scriptural texts presented for our reflection focus on the image of the good shep-
herd One of the characteristics of the kings of Israel was to be a good shepherd to the nation In the Prophet Jeremiahrsquos
chastisement of the monarch we see that the care of the sheep was not always a primary concern but rather the advancement
of selfish pursuits The Lord expected the kings to provide selfless and sacrificial care for those whom they were to lead
Todayrsquos Gospel shows us the Good Shepherd Godrsquos Only Begotten Son Our Lord Jesus Christ ldquoHe came and preached
peace to you who were far off and peace to those who were near for through Him we both have access in one Spirit to the
Fatherrdquo He came bringing good news of Godrsquos unconditional love for us which He demonstrated by His suffering and
death on the cross for our salvation The Gospel tells us of Jesusrsquo heart being moved as he observes the needs of the people
and He responds with pastoral care
Icons of Jesus the Good Shepherd are among the earliest paintings produced by Christians as evidenced in the catacombs
of ancient Rome and the house church at Dura Europus in Syria Jesus who tenderly holds and leads the sheep is the image
of pastoral care which the Church strives to mirror Sometimes the pastors of the Church fall short of this imitation and
many times they succeed Todayrsquos Scriptures provide us once again with the opportunity to remember all those engaged in
offering pastoral care especially our clergy religious sisters and parish lay staff Ministering to Godrsquos People in the man-
ner of the Good Shepherd is the mandate given by our Savior To remind myself and others of this care I placed a statue of
Christ the Good Shepherd in front of our parish office the place where pastoral care should be found I donated the statue in
memory of my parents Zigmund and Rose Peplowski who first showed me the importance of sacrificial love
As is evidenced in todayrsquos Gospel providing pastoral care is real work and Jesus noted that He and the Apostles needed
some time to rest before once again resuming their ministry The Gospel shows us that the work was never ending and that
the need was constant but rest is required The priests and many of the lay staff members are enjoying just a little bit of res-
pite during these summer days as meetings religious education classes etc are on a hiatus Time goes quickly and soon all
will begin again in full swing We do continue to minister during these summer days and provide the pastoral care which is
ongoing
Let us continue to encourage one another to participate in the Sunday celebration of the Eucharist when we are not away on
vacation Our presence and our offerings at the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass are powerful signs of our faith in Christ the Good
Shepherd who laid down His life for our salvation
God bless you
Father Zig
PS ndashIn case you have missed me I have been celebrating the Divine Liturgy at Saint Ann Church in Woodland Park and
Saint Demetrius Church in Cliff Side Park Both parishes are part of the Melkite Greek Catholic Eparchy (Diocese) The
priest is away on vacation and I have been asked to substitute I have biritual faculties from the Holy See to assist in the
Byzantine Church when needed
Parish Office 973-627-0313 internet wwwst-ceciliaorg FAX 973-627-4811 To Contact Fr Zig Ext 12 or speplowskioptonlinenet
School 973-627-6003 CCD Office 973-627-0313 Ext 17
Saint Cecilia Parish 90 Church Street Rockaway New Jersey 07866
580-St Cecilia
Monday July 23 Tuesday July 24 745 pmmdashCharismatic Prayer Group (Hayes Hall) Wednesday July 25 Thursday July 26 Friday July 27 Saturday July 28 Sunday July 29
DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY NEWS
Page 5 Page July 22 2018 16th Sunday of Ordinary Time
RCIA
Have you been worshiping with us or in another Catholic
Parish
but have never officially taken steps to become Catholic
Is another family member Catholic but not you
and you wonder what is the Faith they are practicing
Were you baptized in the Catholic Church
but have not been attending Catholic Mass for some time
Are you seeking a deeper personal relationship with Jesus
but have not been Baptized or have not received First Com-
munion
or have not been Confirmed in the Catholic Church
Are you dating or engaged to a Catholic person
and concerned what the effect of marrying a Catholic would
be
Are you married to a Catholic and attend Mass
but just donrsquot know what the next step is in becoming a
Catholic
Are you or your spouse a Catholic
but do not have a Catholic wedding
If any of the above questions apply to you
contact Deacon Paul Willson at 973-551-0749
Or leave contact information with Parish Office
Or send an email to pauldwillsongmailcom
VISIT ROME AND THE AMALFI COAST IN 2019 Father Zig is leading a trip to Rome and the Amalfi Coast
of Italy September 5-14 2019 A presentation for all those
interested in this trip will be held on Tuesday evening Se-
pember 18th in Hayes Hall beginning at 700 pm A repre-
sentative from Collette Tours will make the presentation
and answer all questions related to this wonderful trip
Brochures for the trip are now available from the parish
office or the church vestibule
Please visit the kiosk in the vestibule of the church to pur-
chase this CD and others that are available for $400
Thank you to everyone who supports our Gift Card and
Scrip programs This past school year with your help we
raised $30000 for Divine Mercy Academy through our gift
card sales Cards will still be available for purchase over the
summer from the school office during business hours from
the St Cecilia Parish Office Sacred Heart Rectory and after
weekend Masses when volunteers are available Purchases
over the summer will be credited toward our 2018219 fund-
raising efforts As always thank you for your support of
Divine Mercy Academy
DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY
Pre-K through 8th Grade
Come see the difference an academically excellent Catholic
education makes We offer a safe secure amp compassionate
environment with a high level of individualized attention certi-
fied teachers weekly liturgies amp daily Religion class academic
curriculum with all core subjects strong enrollment in all
grades STEM physical education music art Spanish amp li-
brary with technology integrated throughout the curriculum
Before-careaftercareextracurricular activities available
Full day amp Half Day Pre-K3 amp Pre-K4 programs starting at
$2420 year Kindergarten through 8th grade tuition rates as
follows1 child $5030 -2 children $8200- 3 children $9960
per year Schedule a personal tour this summer and see all that
DMA has to offer Currently accepting applications
87 Halsey Ave Rockaway NJ
wwwdmarockawayorg
973-627-6003
580-St Cecilia
ST CHRISTOPHER is one of the most popular Saints of the East and West There are many legends concerning this Saint often confused and contradictory One of the most popular legends holds that St Christopher was a giant who helped people across a raging stream It is believed that he carried the Christ Child across this same stream Hence his name Christopher Christ-bearer He is the patron of motorists and is invoked against storms plagues etc He died a martyr during the reign of Decius in the 3rd century
PRAYER Almighty and ever-living God graciously pour out Your Spirit upon us Let our hearts be filled with that true love which enabled Your holy Martyr Christopher to overcome all bodily torments Amen
Taken from Lives of the Saints Catholic Booking Publishing Company 1999 New Jersey
Page 6 July 22 2018 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
ST CHRISTOPHER Martyr The Same Day July 25mdashPatron of Motorists
My Dear Parishioners
On this 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time the scriptural texts presented for our reflection focus on the image of the good shep-
herd One of the characteristics of the kings of Israel was to be a good shepherd to the nation In the Prophet Jeremiahrsquos
chastisement of the monarch we see that the care of the sheep was not always a primary concern but rather the advancement
of selfish pursuits The Lord expected the kings to provide selfless and sacrificial care for those whom they were to lead
Todayrsquos Gospel shows us the Good Shepherd Godrsquos Only Begotten Son Our Lord Jesus Christ ldquoHe came and preached
peace to you who were far off and peace to those who were near for through Him we both have access in one Spirit to the
Fatherrdquo He came bringing good news of Godrsquos unconditional love for us which He demonstrated by His suffering and
death on the cross for our salvation The Gospel tells us of Jesusrsquo heart being moved as he observes the needs of the people
and He responds with pastoral care
Icons of Jesus the Good Shepherd are among the earliest paintings produced by Christians as evidenced in the catacombs
of ancient Rome and the house church at Dura Europus in Syria Jesus who tenderly holds and leads the sheep is the image
of pastoral care which the Church strives to mirror Sometimes the pastors of the Church fall short of this imitation and
many times they succeed Todayrsquos Scriptures provide us once again with the opportunity to remember all those engaged in
offering pastoral care especially our clergy religious sisters and parish lay staff Ministering to Godrsquos People in the man-
ner of the Good Shepherd is the mandate given by our Savior To remind myself and others of this care I placed a statue of
Christ the Good Shepherd in front of our parish office the place where pastoral care should be found I donated the statue in
memory of my parents Zigmund and Rose Peplowski who first showed me the importance of sacrificial love
As is evidenced in todayrsquos Gospel providing pastoral care is real work and Jesus noted that He and the Apostles needed
some time to rest before once again resuming their ministry The Gospel shows us that the work was never ending and that
the need was constant but rest is required The priests and many of the lay staff members are enjoying just a little bit of res-
pite during these summer days as meetings religious education classes etc are on a hiatus Time goes quickly and soon all
will begin again in full swing We do continue to minister during these summer days and provide the pastoral care which is
ongoing
Let us continue to encourage one another to participate in the Sunday celebration of the Eucharist when we are not away on
vacation Our presence and our offerings at the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass are powerful signs of our faith in Christ the Good
Shepherd who laid down His life for our salvation
God bless you
Father Zig
PS ndashIn case you have missed me I have been celebrating the Divine Liturgy at Saint Ann Church in Woodland Park and
Saint Demetrius Church in Cliff Side Park Both parishes are part of the Melkite Greek Catholic Eparchy (Diocese) The
priest is away on vacation and I have been asked to substitute I have biritual faculties from the Holy See to assist in the
Byzantine Church when needed
Parish Office 973-627-0313 internet wwwst-ceciliaorg FAX 973-627-4811 To Contact Fr Zig Ext 12 or speplowskioptonlinenet
School 973-627-6003 CCD Office 973-627-0313 Ext 17
Saint Cecilia Parish 90 Church Street Rockaway New Jersey 07866
580-St Cecilia
ST CHRISTOPHER is one of the most popular Saints of the East and West There are many legends concerning this Saint often confused and contradictory One of the most popular legends holds that St Christopher was a giant who helped people across a raging stream It is believed that he carried the Christ Child across this same stream Hence his name Christopher Christ-bearer He is the patron of motorists and is invoked against storms plagues etc He died a martyr during the reign of Decius in the 3rd century
PRAYER Almighty and ever-living God graciously pour out Your Spirit upon us Let our hearts be filled with that true love which enabled Your holy Martyr Christopher to overcome all bodily torments Amen
Taken from Lives of the Saints Catholic Booking Publishing Company 1999 New Jersey
Page 6 July 22 2018 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
ST CHRISTOPHER Martyr The Same Day July 25mdashPatron of Motorists
My Dear Parishioners
On this 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time the scriptural texts presented for our reflection focus on the image of the good shep-
herd One of the characteristics of the kings of Israel was to be a good shepherd to the nation In the Prophet Jeremiahrsquos
chastisement of the monarch we see that the care of the sheep was not always a primary concern but rather the advancement
of selfish pursuits The Lord expected the kings to provide selfless and sacrificial care for those whom they were to lead
Todayrsquos Gospel shows us the Good Shepherd Godrsquos Only Begotten Son Our Lord Jesus Christ ldquoHe came and preached
peace to you who were far off and peace to those who were near for through Him we both have access in one Spirit to the
Fatherrdquo He came bringing good news of Godrsquos unconditional love for us which He demonstrated by His suffering and
death on the cross for our salvation The Gospel tells us of Jesusrsquo heart being moved as he observes the needs of the people
and He responds with pastoral care
Icons of Jesus the Good Shepherd are among the earliest paintings produced by Christians as evidenced in the catacombs
of ancient Rome and the house church at Dura Europus in Syria Jesus who tenderly holds and leads the sheep is the image
of pastoral care which the Church strives to mirror Sometimes the pastors of the Church fall short of this imitation and
many times they succeed Todayrsquos Scriptures provide us once again with the opportunity to remember all those engaged in
offering pastoral care especially our clergy religious sisters and parish lay staff Ministering to Godrsquos People in the man-
ner of the Good Shepherd is the mandate given by our Savior To remind myself and others of this care I placed a statue of
Christ the Good Shepherd in front of our parish office the place where pastoral care should be found I donated the statue in
memory of my parents Zigmund and Rose Peplowski who first showed me the importance of sacrificial love
As is evidenced in todayrsquos Gospel providing pastoral care is real work and Jesus noted that He and the Apostles needed
some time to rest before once again resuming their ministry The Gospel shows us that the work was never ending and that
the need was constant but rest is required The priests and many of the lay staff members are enjoying just a little bit of res-
pite during these summer days as meetings religious education classes etc are on a hiatus Time goes quickly and soon all
will begin again in full swing We do continue to minister during these summer days and provide the pastoral care which is
ongoing
Let us continue to encourage one another to participate in the Sunday celebration of the Eucharist when we are not away on
vacation Our presence and our offerings at the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass are powerful signs of our faith in Christ the Good
Shepherd who laid down His life for our salvation
God bless you
Father Zig
PS ndashIn case you have missed me I have been celebrating the Divine Liturgy at Saint Ann Church in Woodland Park and
Saint Demetrius Church in Cliff Side Park Both parishes are part of the Melkite Greek Catholic Eparchy (Diocese) The
priest is away on vacation and I have been asked to substitute I have biritual faculties from the Holy See to assist in the
Byzantine Church when needed
Parish Office 973-627-0313 internet wwwst-ceciliaorg FAX 973-627-4811 To Contact Fr Zig Ext 12 or speplowskioptonlinenet
School 973-627-6003 CCD Office 973-627-0313 Ext 17
Saint Cecilia Parish 90 Church Street Rockaway New Jersey 07866
Parish Office 973-627-0313 internet wwwst-ceciliaorg FAX 973-627-4811 To Contact Fr Zig Ext 12 or speplowskioptonlinenet
School 973-627-6003 CCD Office 973-627-0313 Ext 17
Saint Cecilia Parish 90 Church Street Rockaway New Jersey 07866