Roman Catholic Church Saint Joseph

THANKSGIVING

INTERFAITH PRAYER SERVICE and

FOOD/COAT DRIVE THIS WEEKEND

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PASTOR: Msgr. David C. Hubba

PAROCHIAL VICARS:

Rev. Roy Regaspi Rev. Anthony Di Stefano

DEACON: GeorgeMontalvo

PASTOR EMERITUS:

Rev. George M. Reilly

MASS SCHEDULE

Saturday 5:00 pm Sunday 7:30am, 9 am,

10:30 am, 12 noon

DAILY Weekdays 7:00 am

& 8:30 am Saturday 8:30 am

HOLY DAYS as announced

Miraculous Medal Novena

Monday, 7:00 pm in Mary’s Chapel

Eucharistic Adoration First Wed. of Month

9 am—5 pm in Mary’s Chapel

SACRAMENTS

Confession: Saturday, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Baptism Contact the Parish Office

Marriage Arrangements should be made

with a priest at least one year in advance.

Homebound/Hospital Call Parish Office

Christian Initiation of Adults—RCIA Contact Parish Office

PARISH REGISTRATION Contact Parish Office

Office Location Phone Email/Fax Website

Parish Office 105 Harrison St., New Milford 201-261-0148 office@sjcnj.org Fax #: 201-261-0369

sjcnj.org

Religious Education 105 Harrison St., New Milford 201-261-1144 religioused@sjcnj.org sjcnjre.org

Saint Joseph School

the greenhouse PreK

305 Elm St., Oradell 201-261-2388 office@sjsusa.org sjsusa.org

November 18, 2018 Oradell/New Milford, NJ

Office Hours: (Parish) Mon-Fri.: 9 am - 5 pm; (Rel. Ed.) Mon.-Thurs: 10 am-4 pm (Also by appointment.)

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SACRAMENT OF

MARRIAGE

November 11, 2018

Alfred Russo &

Allison Fischer

A THANKSGIVING PRAYER

Let us pray… God our Father, graciously accept from your humble people a thankful heart and spirit. Everything we have and are able to share

with others ultimately comes from your love of your creations. Often we think that everything we have is our own creation; we ask you this day to create in us a spirit of gratitude, that we may always know that all good gifts come from you. We ask this through Christ our brother, in the power of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

“TAKE A TAG” SHARE THE SPIRIT OF

CHRISTMAS

What better way to prepare our homes and hearts for

Christmas than to share the blessings of that holy season with those in need.

Our Giving Trees, an Advent tradition at Saint Joseph Parish, will be placed in the main entrance of the Church and at the Harrison

Street entrance on November 21. Please take a tag from the Giving Tree, purchase the requested gift and then place the wrapped gift, with tag attached, under the tree the next time you come to Mass. The tag you take from the tree is very important. It tells our office staff and the agencies we are helping for whom the gift is meant. It is extremely important that the tag you took from the Giving Tree be attached securely

to the wrapped gift so that it will reach the correct person on Christmas. All Giving Tree Gifts need to be returned no later than Sunday, December 16. You may place them under the tree in church or drop them off at the Rectory/Parish Office.

You can help support programs that address the causes of poverty and provide a sustainable future for those who are struggling across the country. In addition, 25% of funds collected remains in our diocese to fund local anti-poverty projects. Please consider how you can support this collection and work on the margins. You can make a donation TODAY (or next Sunday) by writing your check out to “Saint Joseph Church,” memo it “Campaign for Human Development,” and drop it in the collection basket or at the rectory/parish office, or you can use your parish envelope or make your donation through our online giving program. More information about the Catholic Campaign for Human Development can be found at www.usccb.org/cchd/collection

In the United States, one in seven people lives in poverty.

ost merciful mother, you came to tell us of your compassion through St. Juan Diego, whom you called the littlest and dearest of your sons. Give your strength and protection to all who live in poverty today, especially the young, elderly, and vulnerable. Plead for them to the Father, that they might experience the Divine Love tangibly in their daily lives, and that all who work for justice on behalf of the poor might grow in fortitude and humility. In these ways, manifest your charity and concern in our lives, that the weeping of humanity may be heard, and all our suffering, pain, and misfortune may be filled with divine comfort and healing. May we always know the peace of being in the cradle of your arms, and bring us safely to your son, Jesus. Amen

CATHOLIC CAMPAIGN FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT

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THIRTY THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME ~ NOVEMBER 18, 2018

FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK

Damien Chazelle’s recent film First Man, which has won high praise from movie critics, is an account of Neil Armstrong, the first man to set foot on the moon. I haven’t seen the picture, but look forward

to doing so. Besides offering thrilling scenes recreating the July 20, 1969 lunar landing, it explores Armstrong’s family life, including the wrenching way it was affected by the loss of his and his wife Janet’s two-year-old daughter Karen to cancer. Armstrong was both a swaggering supersonic test pilot and a man of considerable self-effacement. His biographer, James R. Hansen, recalled that in the days when Armstrong was a renowned test pilot, “Neil was notorious in his car pool. Betty Love, one of the riders, told me that Neil sat back in the driver’s seat like he was in an easy chair and crossed his left leg over his right knee. He once ran an air-police truck into a ditch. When Neil showed the MPs his I.D., instead of bawling him out, they saluted him. And yet, this celebrated pilot was also unassuming. After the Apollo 11 mission, when photographer Yousuf Karsh and his wife met Armstrong for lunch, Neil questioned the couple about the many countries they had visited. Mrs. Karsh said to him, “But Mr. Armstrong, you’ve walked on the moon. We want to hear about your travels,” to which Armstrong replied, “But that’s the only place I’ve ever been.” Neil Armstrong was a devout Christian. When he visited the Old City of Jerusalem and stood by the Hulda Gate, which leads up to the Temple Mount, he asked whether Jesus had walked on the same steps. When he was assured that this was so, Armstrong said, “I have to tell you, I am more excited stepping on these stones than I was stepping on the moon.” Steven Greydanus, who was recently ordained a permanent deacon for our Archdiocese, is an esteemed film critic and the founder of “Decent Films.” He recently characterized the Armstrong biopic in these beautiful and discerning words:

… First Man is ultimately more about the “man” than the “first.” It’s the story of a dedicated engineer and a gifted pilot who knew and accepted that his commitment to the program and the goal might cost him his life. But it’s also the story of a fragile human being who was never the same after a defining tragedy, who loved his daughter to the moon and back.

Msgr. David Hubba

“Longing for Light… We Wait in Darkness”

PRAYER SERVICE —NOVEMBER 30

God’s Word Alone Has the Power to Save Us

The Church of the Archdiocese of Newark invites all to gather at the Cathedral Basilica for a PRAYER SERVICE led by

Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R. in recognition and hope for the

victims of clergy abuse and their families and for the Church on

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30 7:30 pm Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart

(89 Ridge Street, Newark, NJ 07104)

Saint Joseph’s Father Anthony will be attending. We hope many of our own parishioners will be able to join in this very special Advent prayer experience. If you would like to carpool, please see Fr. Anthony or call the Parish Office/Rectory at 201-261-0148 so we can help with arrangements.

THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE & COAT DRIVE

—taking place THIS WEEKEND NOVEMBER 17-18

Donations must be brought to the Rectory Garage by 1:30 pm on Sunday, November 18. Non-perishable food products and new or gently-used coats (all sizes) are appreciated.

JOIN US TODAY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18

at 4:00 PM THANKSGIVING INTERFAITH PRAYER SERVICE Saint Joseph Church will welcome our own parishioners along with members of neighboring houses of worship for the annual prayer service to offer thanks to God for all our blessings. REFRESHMENTS & FELLOWSHIP will follow the service. Our choir will join their voices with members of the other choirs in this lovely prayer service. We hope many Saint Joseph parishioners will come to help us give thanks with our neighbors!

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INTERESTED IN A GREAT CATHOLIC SCHOOL

FOR YOUR CHILD?

Come see what makes SJS the Best!

SAINT JOSEPH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE

Tuesday, November 27, Wednesday, November 28

Thursday, November 29 8:00 a.m– 2:45 p.m.

Take a tour of Saint Joseph School during our Open House: Tuesday, November 27 - Thursday, November 29 8 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Meet our Principal Dr. Paula Valenti and see our talented students during the school day. Saint Joseph School provides an exceptional education for students Pre-K - 8th grade including challenging academics with certified teachers; art, music and world language specials; before and after care; and nutritious hot meals.

Saint Joseph School is expanding the Pre-K program for the 2019-2020 year.

Saint Joseph is a National Blue Ribbon School,

accredited by the Middle States Association

of Colleges and Schools, and a Member of the

National Catholic Education Association.

Please call 201-261-2388 for more information or to schedule a tour. Saint Joseph School is located at 305 Elm Street, Oradell, NJ 07649. Check us out on

our website: sjsusa.org

MINISTRY OF MOTHERHOOD "PREPARING YOUR HEART

FOR ADVENT" —NOVEMBER 28

Ministry of Motherhood (M.O.M.)invites all women to an evening of prayerful preparation for the season of Advent on Wednesday, November 28 from 8:00-9:30 pm.

The meeting will be held in the fireplace room at the Saint Joseph Parish Life Center on Grove Street, Oradell (behind the lower school). Join us as we prepare our hearts for the busiest and most blessed time of the year through prayer, reflection and fellowship. Light refreshments, coffee and tea will be served. If you have any questions, please feel free to email us at ministryofmotherhoodsjc@gmail.com or call Jeannie Tenaglia at 201-725-1131. We hope to see you there!

ATTENTION ALL LECTORS! Your 2019 Lector Workbook is available in the upper church (in the Ministers’ Gathering Room at the Elm St. entrance). The book will have your name on it. Please

be sure to pick yours up when they become available and before December 1-2 (the First Sunday of Advent—the start of the new liturgical year).

MISSION TIP TO MEXICO CITY

DONATIONS NEEDED Saint Joseph parishioner Sophia

Mustard, her husband and two children will be joining the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal on a mission trip to Mexico City from November 27-December 3. They will visit and help to feed the over 500 residents of a shelter for homeless women and help to take care of families whose only home is in a dump. Donations are needed, both monetary and supplies. If you like like to make a financial donation, please make out your check to “Hope of the Poor” and drop it in the collection basket. If you would like to help with supplies (there will be a box at the Harrison Street entrance to the church), the following clothing items are needed: gently used men’s pants (waist size 34” or smaller), men’s shoes (size 8 or smaller); travel size toiletries (including shampoo, soap, etc.); nail polish and skin cream for elderly women at shelter. If you have any questions, please call Sophia at 201-688-5412. Thank you!

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Saturday 5:00 pm

Sunday 7:30 am 9:00 am 10:30 am UC 10:30 am MC 12:00 pm

Monday 7:00 am 8:30 am

Tuesday 7:00 am 8:30 am

Wednesday 7:00 am 8:30 am

Thursday 8:30 am

Friday

7:00 am 8:30 am

Saturday 8:30 am3 5:00 pm

Sunday 7:30 am 9:00 am 10:30 am UC 10:30 am MC 12:00 pm

STEWARDSHIP REFLECTION “And then they will see the Son of Man coming in the clouds with great power and glory.” (MARK 13:26) We will all have that day when we are

standing before God and our life is played out like a movie. When this happens and God asks each of us, “What have you done wwith the gifts that I have given you,” how will you respond?

PRAYER REQUESTS

Let us remember all those who are ill: Carmen Jimenez, Kurt Strobach, Ray Potter, Baby Casey Risola, Baby Anthony Jackowski, Billy Wallace, Juan Pagan, James McMahon

Let us remember all those who have recently died: George Stratton, Charlie Gutowski, Gloria Pucci,

Msgr. Francis J. Houghton

Let us remember those serving in the military.

BREAD & WINE INTENTIONS

The bread and wine for the week of

November 18, 2018 is offered in loving memory

of the McCaffrey & Walsh Families

as requested by Margie & Brendan Walsh.

THIRTY THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME ~ NOVEMBER 18, 2018

Saint Joseph Parish Staff

Parish Trustees………..Mr. Brendan Walsh/Mrs. Carol Winkler Parish Pastoral Council…………….Mrs. Teresa Glenn Dir. of Religious Education ……….Deacon George Montalvo Sacraments Coordinator …………..Mrs. Arlene Kennedy Director of Music ……………………..Mr. Monroe Quinn Facilities Director ………………….....Mr. Tom Meli Business Manager ……………….…. .Mrs. Phyllis Vrola Parish Secretary ……………………....Mrs. Geraldine Carolan

Principal of Saint Joseph School…Dr. Paula Valenti Dir. of Comm./ Bulletin Editor…...Mrs. Diane Hellriegel

VISIT US ON OUR WEBSITES: CHURCH: sjcnj.org SCHOOL: sjsusa.org RELIGIOUS ED.: sjcnjre.org

SUNDAY COLLECTION Nov. 11, 2018 Nov. 12, 2017 Basket $7,342 $7,338 Electronic Giving $4,793 $4,175 Total Sunday Collection $12,136 $11,511

November 17, 2018 John Dabrowski (Anniversary Remembrance)

November 18, 2018 People of the Parish Marie Jose Manuel Amaral Ivan Piesevoli Al O’Toole Felice Bartolomeo

November 19, 2018 For the living and deceased members of the Prior and Plinio Families Deceased members of the Legion of Mary

November 20, 2018 Hanley & O’Grady Families Florence Kissack

November 21, 2018 Mate Skroce Brian Patrick Coogan

November 22, 2018 Thanksgiving Day Mary Potter

November 23, 2018 Justine Miller Joseph J. Mangan November 24, 2018 John Plinio George Lucckese November 25, 2018 People of the Parish Deceased members of the Tomassi Family Catherine Kim Caterina Aromando Rose Cecchi

THANKSGIVING DAY MASS There will be ONLY ONE MASS on

Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 22) at 8:30 am.

CLOSINGS The Rectory/Parish Office, the Religious Education Office and

Saint Joseph School will all be CLOSED for the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday, November 22 and Friday, November 23.

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SAVE THIS DATE FOR BEAUTIFUL MUSIC

—JANUARY 13

Please mark your calendars for Saint Joseph Church's extremely popular annual Christmas concert "AN AFTERNOON OF CHRISTMAS JOY.” The concert will take place on Sunday, January 13 at 3:00 PM and will feature the Adult and Children's Choirs as well as soloists and instrumentalists who are a part of the Music Ministry at Saint Joseph Church.

DIVORCED/SEPARATED

HEALING MINISTRY NOVEMBER 19

MEETING CANCELED

The Separated/Divorced Healing Ministry will

NOT meet on Monday, November 19. It will resume on Monday, December 5 at 7:30 pm in the Lower Church, Jackson Room, Harrison Street entrance. Newcomers welcome. For further information contact facilitator Annette Ziegler at 201-338-4841.

TOUR SAINT JOSEPH’S

NEW “RETREAT HOUSE” —DECEMBER 8-9

There will be an Open House to view our parish’s new Retreat House after all Sunday Masses (including after the Saturday evening Mass) on December 8-9. The Retreat House is located in what was formerly known as the Brothers Residence (on Grand Street next to the Church). ALL ARE WELCOME. Light refreshments will be served. Please stop by!

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