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Roman Catholic Church Saint Joseph
PASTOR: Msgr. David C. Hubba
PAROCHIAL VICARS: Rev. Anthony Di Stefano
Rev. John Z. Radwan
DEACON: George Montalvo
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 MC
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
[email protected] Fax #: 201-261-0369
sjcnj.org
Religious Education 105 Harrison St., New Milford 201-261-1144
[email protected] sjcnjre.org
Saint Joseph School
the greenhouse PreK
305 Elm St., Oradell 201-261-2388 [email protected]
sjsusa.org
Second Sunday of Lent ~ March 8, 2020
*NEW MASS GUIDELINES—p, 4
*LENTEN MISSION MAR. 23-24-25
See page 5.
*FISH FRY—p. 9 Oradell/New Milford, NJ
Office Hours: (Parish) Mon-Fri.: 9 am - 5 pm, ~ (Rel. Ed.)
Mon.-Thurs.: 10 am-4 pm (Also by appointment.)
Remembering Our Dear
Friend
PETER GRECO
1962-2020
“Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly...singing psalms,
hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God.”
Col. 3:16
See page 2-3
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SAINT JOSEPH CHURCH ORADELL/NEW MILFORD, NJ
“I will sing unto the LORD as long as I live: I will sing praise
to my God while I have my being.” Psalm 104:33
King George III, Opera legends Cecilia Bartoli and Robert
Merrill, actors Bruce Dern and Angelina Jolie, and author Robert
Fulghum all have one thing in common: they were born on June 4. But
for the Saint Joseph Parish community and countless others, the
most prominent person born on that day is Peter Greco.
Peter passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 22 at the
age of 57. Peter looked a decade younger partly due to his
boundless energy and faith, his Jos. A. Bank suits, his perfect
haircuts and his shining smile.
Peter is irreplaceable, and his absence will be felt in ways we
cannot begin to comprehend.
One of my earliest memories of Peter was at a Music Ministry
Christmas party given shortly after I was hired. Peter brought his
own piano (he would refer to this as “BYOP”) and volunteered to be
the evening’s entertainment. Peter remarked that he didn’t intend
to “steal my thunder” to which I replied, “You sound great. Go for
it!” At this party, a choir member casually mentioned to him that
she loved Barry Manilow. Peter responded by performing the entire
Even Now album, in order. He also played Clair de Lune and many
Broadway favorites beautifully.
It’s almost unheard of for two musicians who play the same
instruments (organ/piano/guitar) to exist in the same ensemble. The
potential for clashing is overwhelming as you occupy the same
musical “space.” Not the case for Rich (Leavy), Peter and Monroe,
dubbed RPM by Peter, which began when an anonymous donor
contributed to the Saint Joseph Music Ministry. Since March 2012,
RPM has played every Sunday at the 12:00 pm Mass as well at the
annual parish Christmas concert. It is a testament to Peter’s gifts
and sensitive musicianship that we thrived and inspired each
other
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FROM THE DESK OF OUR DIRECTOR OF MUSIC Monroe Quinn
“Well done, good and faithful servant!”
to play better. Our mutual goal was to give glory to God, be
appropriate to the music and text of the hymns, and encourage
participation by the congregation. Along the way we managed to
smile a lot.
In addition to the 12:00 pm Mass, Peter played the 10:30 Mass in
Mary’s Chapel for over 20 years, the Miraculous Medal Novena every
Monday evening, and was the Music Minister for our Youth Mass. One
Sunday, while playing his beautiful prelude music prior to the
12:00 pm Mass, a parishioner tapped Peter on the shoulder and asked
(something like) “May 15, 1957?” to which Peter replied while still
playing, “Wednesday.” Peter’s gift with dates and numbers wasn’t a
parlor trick. His texts, emails and comments about people’s
upcoming birthdays, wedding anniversaries and noteworthy dates from
history were his way of celebrating life and those he loved. On my
beloved mother-in-law’s birthday, Peter would text me each year
that he was including her in his prayers. I’m sure he did this for
all he held dear to him. Peter lived the Gospel and teachings of
Jesus. He is in every note I play each Sunday and we are all
blessed to have known him. Please keep Peter’s sister Cindy and his
family in your prayers.
Monroe
“Praise him with the blast of the trumpet, praise him with lyre
and harp, Praise him with timbrel and dance, praise him with
strings and pipe. … Let everything that has breath praise the Lord!
Allelulia!” Psalm 150: 3-4, 6
Peter’s guitar in a place of honor at his funeral Mass.
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SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT ~ MARCH 8, 2020
On Saturday, February 29, 2020 Saint Joseph Church was filled to
capacity. Not a seat remained empty, not even those in the choir
loft. Everyone present had come to remember and honor a man of whom
it could truly be said “was a good man, filled with the holy Spirit
and faith.” (Acts 11:24) Peter Greco was indeed such a man. Peter,
who passed away suddenly on February 22, was a member of our parish
music ministry since 1996. He was beloved by all who knew him. And
even if you didn’t know him personally, you knew his glorious
music. The bible quote mentioned above continues, “And a large
number of people was added to the Lord.” That can also be said of
the effect of Peter’s music: it’s beauty touched our hearts,
nourished our souls, and brought us all closer to God. When Peter’s
dear sister, Cindy, stood up at the funeral to bravely and
eloquently give a family remembrance of Peter, she spoke of how the
best gift she ever received was when her parents brought baby Peter
home from the hospital. She added that Peter continued to be a gift
to her all his life. “Gift” was the perfect word to describe Peter.
He himself was gifted by God with an amazing talent. No one knew,
when a 5-year-old Peter started to learn piano after hearing his
cousin Lisa practice, that he would become a true musical genius.
Peter was a self-taught musician who played 14 instruments entirely
by ear. His talent made him in demand at parties and celebrations,
at nursing homes and restaurants, in a duo with Domenick Panfile,
in a jazz group and in a rock band. But the place he may have been
the happiest playing and singing was in church. Peter often shared
a favorite quote attributed to St. Augustine that “he who sings,
prays twice.” He loved the feeling of church music, both
traditional and folk. He once beautifully summed up how the music
of our faith made him feel when he pointed to the statue of the
Madonna behind the choir and said, “I think the Lord’s music makes
the Virgin Mary and Baby Jesus smile.” Peter played for many years
at our 10:30 Sunday Mass in Mary’s Chapel. He played for our 12
noon Sunday Mass as well, joined by our music director Monroe Quinn
and drummer Rich Leavy in a trio Peter dubbed RPM (which you can
read more about in
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Monroe’s moving tribute on page 2). His music graced our weekly
Miraculous Medal Novena. He also served in the music ministries of
Sacread Heart Church in Haworth and St. Therese in Cresskill. Peter
clearly took to heart the words of Psalm 33: Sing to him a new
song; skillfully play with joyful chant. For the Lord’s word is
upright; all his works are trustworthy. He loves justice and right.
The earth is full of the mercy of the Lord.
Peter’s music touched old and young alike. In addition to
playing at the Saint Joseph School kinder-garten graduation for 25
years, he helped the little ones rehearse and even rewrote lyrics
to popular songs to make them a perfect fit for the young singers.
In recent years, Peter had become the musical director for our
monthly Teen Mass working with the youth of our parish. The teens
immediately recognized Peter’s gifts and offered their own tribute
to Peter with such comments as, “You were extremely talented in so
many ways. You impacted my life and many others’ greatly.” And “you
brought joy to everyone around you.” Peter Greco was not just a
gift to his family: he was a gift to all of us. As his obituary so
beautifully said, he was “an accomplished professional musician who
generously shared his exceptional talents throughout the community,
touching countless lives with his passion for music and love of
God, family and innumerable friends. He brought genuine and
limitless joy, light and love to whomever he met.” It is so fitting
that Peter’s funeral Mass, with its wonderful music and scripture
readings celebrating God’s love and how we must love one another,
became a gift to all of us in attendance. As Monsignor Hubba said,
it was a “moving experience and a heartfelt and affectionate
tribute to Peter.” And when we heard these words in the Gospel, it
felt as though they were a message directly from Peter himself: “As
the Father has loved me, so I have loved you.” Thank you, Peter,
for loving us, for sharing all your remarkable gifts with us. Thank
you for being a gift yourself. We are all the better for having had
you in our lives. As we prayed in the Prayer of the Faithful, “We
give thanks for the love and kindness you showed in your life,
Peter; may you know the perfection and fulfillment of that love in
heaven.”
Diane Hellriegel
GIFTED BY GOD: A GIFT TO ALL OF US
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SAINT JOSEPH CHURCH ORADELL/NEW MILFORD, NJ
FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK
Praying is an amazingly helpful way to deal with life’s varied
challenges, all across the range from stagnation to frantic
busyness or
even to frightening inner turmoil. There are many ways to pray
and, of course, it is supremely beneficial to see how Jesus prayed,
which the greatly respected scholar Robert Louis Wilken summarizes
well:
Jesus sought solitude and often retreated by himself to be alone
with God in prayer. In the course of three chapters the evangelist
Luke says that Jesus went off to be “alone,” departed for “a lonely
place,” “withdrew to the wilderness and prayed,” and went to “the
mountain to pray” (Luke 4:42; 5:16, 6:12). Mark reports that after
healing many people, the next morning Jesus rose “a great while
before day and went out to a lonely place and there he prayed”
(Mark 1:35). More than anything else the frequency and intensity of
his prayer gives evidence of his closeness to God, whom he called
Father.
One way Jesus expressed his friendship for his closest
associates was by teaching them how to pray, whether it was by
giving them the inexhaustible treasure of the “Our Father” or as
today’s Gospel relates, by inviting some of them to accompany him
to a mountain setting to witness his Transfiguration. Some of the
saints have experienced heights of Mysticism in their prayer,
something many other people have at times tasted. But more often,
prayer is far more ordinary in its outward expression. And seeking
out places that are conducive to prayer is a fine idea, even if we
can only take advantage of them every now and then. Our churches
are meant to be special places for prayer. Their decorative
features (such as their windows and statues) can help transport us
to the spiritual realm. And the presence of Our Lord in the
tabernacle makes even the most humbly adorned Catholic church a
favored place for encountering God. Before her conversion to the
Catholic faith, St. Edith Stein visited Frankfurt’s cathedral with
friends and saw something that affected her deeply:
We went into the cathedral for a few moments, and as we stood
there in respectful silence, a woman came in with her shopping
basket and knelt down in one of the pews to say a short prayer.
That was something completely new to me. In the synagogue, as in
the Protestant churches I had visited, people went in at the
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time of the service. But here was someone coming into the empty
church in the middle of a day’s work as if to talk with a friend. I
have never been able to forget that.
Our churches are not only monuments to the belief and generosity
of past parishioners, but sacred places of plentiful spiritual
opportunities.
Msgr. David Hubba
IMPORTANT DIRECTIONS FROM CARDINAL TOBIN
RE: PUBLIC HEALTH CONCERNS AND THE MASS
In light of the coronavirus, the uncertainty of how wide-spread
and impactful it is and/or could be, and as a pre-caution, Cardinal
Tobin has directed the following until further notice:
If you are sick or experiencing symptoms of sickness, you are
NOT obligated to attend Mass, and even out of charity you ought not
to attend.
The Sign of Peace should be exchanged without physical contact.
A smile and nod or a friendly wave are acceptable substitutes for a
handshake.
Distribution of Holy Communion to the faithful from the Cup has
been suspended at this time.
We offer our prayers for all those suffering from the current
outbreak and for scientists, health professionals and public
officials who are serving the common good at this difficult
time.
MESSAGE FROM SAINT JOSEPH SCHOOL
Dr. Paula Valenti, Principal of Saint Joseph School, has
indicated that, should a need arise to address the coronavirus and
the continuity of instruction, teachers will be posting information
to their blogs (at sjsusa.org) and the school and parish
communities will be kept updated. Our students’ health and safety
is our first priority. Staying informed (and taking everyday
preventive actions) are always recommended to minimize the spread
of viruses. The NJ Dept. of Health (NJDOH) has established a 24-hr.
hotline (1-800-222-1222) staffed with healthcare professionals to
answer questions about the coronavirus (in multiple languages.) You
can also check out this websites for additional information:
https//www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/faq.html
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SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT ~ MARCH 8, 2020
2020 LENTEN REGULATIONS The days of BOTH Fast and Abstinence
during Lent are Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. The other Fridays of
Lent are days of Abstinence. On a day of Fast, only one (1) full
meal is permitted, and two (2) smaller meals, which if added
together would not exceed the main meal in quantity. Those between
the ages of 18 and 59 are obliged to fast. On a day of Abstinence,
no meat may be eaten. Those who have reached the age of 14 are
obliged by the Law of Abstinence.
SEVERAL SOURCES SHELTERS TO VISIT SAINT JOSEPH
NEXT WEEKEND —MARCH 14-15
Several Sources Shelters has four pro-life shelters for mothers
who seek to give God’s blessed gift of life to their children.
Jesus said of children, “Their angels do behold the Face of God in
heaven daily.” Can you be a child’s earthly Guardian Angel? Pleae
consider donating generously to assist their work when they visit
Saint Joseph Parish next weekend.
POPE FRANCIS NAMES THREE AUXILIARY BISHOPS FOR ARCHDIOCESE OF
NEWARK
Pope Francis has named three new auxiliary bishops for the
Archdiocese of Newark, appointing Abbot Elias R. Lorenzo, O.S.B.,
Rev. Michael A. Saporito, and Rev. Msgr. Gregory J. Studerus, E.V.
“Pope Francis has shown his special concern for the life and the
mission of the Archdiocese of Newark,” said Cardinal Joseph W.
Tobin, C.Ss.R., Archbishop of Newark. “In selecting them for
service as bishops, the Holy Father gives new impetus to this local
Church as we continue to walk forward in faith. I am delighted to
share my responsibilities with these three dedicated missionary
disciples.” Auxiliary bishops support the Archbishop in the
pastoral care of the Archdiocese. Together with Bishop Manuel Cruz,
each of the auxiliary bishops will have responsibility for the life
and mission of the Church in one of the four counties that comprise
the Archdiocese.
VOCATIONS ROSARY —MARCH 12
The Legion of Mary, in conjunction with the Saint Joseph
Vocations Ministry,
invite you to join us as we pray the Rosary for Vocations on the
second Thursday of each month in Mary’s Chapel after the 8:30 am
Mass. This month we will pray for those called to the Spiritual
Single Life.
SOCIAL CONCERNS MEETING —MARCH 12
Our Saint Joseph Social Concerns Committee will meet Thursday,
March 12 at 7:30 pm in the Saint Joseph Retreat House. We would
love to have you to join us! All are welcome. “The presence of
Christ is ministered to each other and becomes tangible in the
community, especially when it is gathered for worship or engaged in
some work of service to those in need." (Father Thomas Keating)
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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 7:00 am 8:30 am
Friday 7:00 am 8:30 am
Saturday 8:30 am 5:00 pm
Sunday 7:30 am 9:00 am 10:30 am UC 10:30 am MC 12:00 pm
PRAYER REQUESTS Let us remember all those who are ill:
Ed Grube, Frank Ciurleo, Riley Suapengco, Janet Enny, Barbara
Piersa, Erin McQuiston, Dorothy Gerbino,
Dr. Margaret Dames, Bob Hudes
Let us remember all those who have died: Peter Greco, Doris
Good, Michele E. Petersen,
Dolores Kelly, Rev. Fabio Brenes-Chaves Let us remember those
serving in our military:
2nd LT Harry Aquino USAF, Lance Cpl. Alexander Banas, 1st LT
Christopher Bascomb, 2nd LT Michael McPherson
1st LT Michael Shuler, PFC David Solinas, Jr.
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BREAD & WINE INTENTIONS
The bread and wine for the week of March 8, 2020
is offered for a speedy recovery for Kathleen Christianson as
requested by her Aunts.
SAINT JOSEPH CHURCH ORADELL/NEW MILFORD, NJ
SUNDAY COLLECTION
Mar. 1, 2020 Mar. 3, 2019 Basket $8,505 $7,349 Electronic Giving
$3,972* $3.701* Total Collection $12,477 $11,050
* Electronic giving appears lower because there are five Sundays
, instead of four, in these months.
GRADE 3 students in our Religious Education program and their
families will be attending the
9:00 am Mass on Sunday, March 15, 2020
SANCTUARY LAMP INTENTIONS Week of MARCH 8, 2020
The sanctuary lamp in the Upper Church burns for a speedy
recovery for
Kathleen Christianson as requested by Pat Kelly.
CELEBRATING 5th, 25th, or 50th WEDDING ANNIVERSARY?
The Archdiocesan anniversary liturgies for those celebrating
five, twenty-five and fifty years of Christian marriage in the year
2020 will be celebrated by Cardinal Tobin in the Cathedral Basilica
of the Sacred Heart in Newark on the following dates:
April 19, 2020 at 3:00 pm (25 years and 5 years) May 3, 2020 at
3:00 pm (50 years)
We extend our warmest congratulations to those who are
celebrating one of these special anniversaries and hope you will be
able to attend the liturgy. Please be sure to notify our parish
secretary Gerry Carolan no later than April 10 so we can send your
name to the Archdiocese.
March 7, 2020 George Talarico (Living—Birthday)
March 8, 2020 People of the Parish Almerindo Accomando Judene
Maron Baglieri Mate Skroce Apolonio Tumang
March 9, 2020 Dolly Errico Salvatore Caruso
March 10, 2020 Frank Piersa Lani Schiller
March 11, 2020 Frank Culotta Maura Glacken
March 12, 2020 Noreen Doby Sundell For the Living and Deceased
Members of the Prior & Plinio Families
March 13, 2020 Kate Murphy Angela Trepicchio
March 14, 2020 In Thanksgiving for a Special Intention Mary
Bernadette Sweeney
March 15, 2020 People of the Parish Gerald Burns Susan De Rosa
Lydia Ruiz Michael O’Brien
2020 ANNUAL APPEAL ARCHDIOCESE OF NEWARK
This weekend you will be asked to make a pledge to help support
the many ministries of the Archdiocese. Your gift will help fund
programs and ministries that proclaim the Gospel, pass on the
Faith, care for the poor and
vulnerable, form future priests and support retired clergy.
Thank you very much for your support!
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CORNERSTONE XXVIII MEN’S: MARCH 27-28
Sign-up for our 28th Annual Cornerstone Retreats! Pick up a copy
of the flyer
(available in the literature racks or on our parish website
sjcnj.org) and consider joining us for this very special 26-hour
retreat to be held in our very own Parish Retreat House (behind the
church).
40 Days For Life is a community-based campaign that draws
attention to helping unborn babies and putting an end to abortion
through prayer, fasting, and standing in vigil outside the places
where abortions are performed. Please consider giving one hour a
week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, or Saturdays through April 4th,
joining others in a peaceful prayer vigil across from Hackensack
Women’s Choice at 10 Zabriskie St from 7:00 am —2:00 pm. For more
information or to sign up, contact
SEPARATED/DIVORCED HEALING MINISTRY—MARCH 9
The Separated and Divorced Healing Ministry will continue its
Enrichment Program for anyone who is separated and/or divorced and
needs emotional and spiritual support. The meeting will take place
in the Jackson Room of the lower church. (Enter via Harrison Street
door—room is first on left.) Meeting is at 7:30 pm. Additional
meeting dates are: March 16, 23, 30. For further information,
contact Annette Ziegler at [email protected] or call/text
201-663-0794.
IT IS NOT TOO EARLY TO START THINKING
ABOUT SAINT JOSEPH’S 2020-2021 RCIA!
RCIA is an opportunity to learn more about Catholicism and to
become fully initiated into the Catholic Church. Anyone who would
like to inquire about becoming a fully initiated Catholic through
the sacraments, or any Catholic adult who would like to be
confirmed is welcome and may contact Fr. Anthony at
[email protected] or call 201-261-0148 ext. 13.
Visit us on our websites: CHURCH: sjcnj.org SCHOOL: sjsusa.org
RELIGIOUS ED.: sjcnjre.org
SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT ~ MARCH 8, 2020
THIRD SATURDAY MASS FOR RECOVERY AND HEALING
(with Anointing of the Sick) —MARCH 21
All are welcome to the Church of St. Mary at 20 Legion Place,
Closter, NJ for the Third Saturday Recovery and Healing Mass on
Saturday, March 21 at 12:00 noon. The annual Anointing of the Sick
will be offered. This special monthly Mass is offered for the
support , healing and recovery of those directly afflicted with a
substance use disorder, as well as those affected by the abuse of
alcohol and/or drugs. An open support group, Meeting of Hope, will
follow the Mass. Refreshments will be served. For information,
please call 201-768-7565.
MONTHLY PRAYER WITH MARY —MARCH 14
The Legion of Mary and Auxiliaries invite you to join us for our
Day of Recollection on Saturday, March 14. Immediately after the
8:30 am Mass in Mary’s Chapel we will move to the Retreat House
next door for
the following activities: Meditative Rosary on the Sorrowful
Mysteries Listening to a CD on the Power of Prayer by Fr. Bill
Casey Spiritual reflection The program will conclude at 12:00 noon.
ALL ARE WELCOME.
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP —STARTING MARCH 20
Saint Joseph Parish offers a Bereavement Support Group led by
parishioner John Fuhrman and Sister Josefina Morales for our
brothers and sisters who have lost a loved one through death.
(Anyone interested, including parishioners from other churches, is
welcome.) The purpose of the group is to provide opportunities for
mutual healing in a confidential, educational and spiritual
environment. The group will meet for 8 weeks on Fridays (7:00-9:00
pm) from March 20 through May 22 in the Parish Life Center (268
Grove St, Oradell, NJ—behind the lower school building). There will
be no meeting on Good Friday, April 10. If you would like to
participate, or if you need more information, please contact our
parish secretary Gerry at 201-261-0148.
mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]
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SAINT JOSEPH CHURCH ORADELL/NEW MILFORD, NJ
A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR SHAWL MINISTRY
To Saint Joseph Church’s Shawl Ministry,
Through the expenses of money and time, the St. Joseph Shawl
Ministry provided warmth through winter by knitting and crocheting
scarfs, hats and blankets for those who have no one. Life Source
Services of Oradell delivered all those hand knitted goodies to
centers in need. This picture is of James the boy who couldn't grow
up. Getting a gift is more than James and many like him can only
imagine. The ladies of your Shawl Ministry do this because it
needs to be done. Unfortunately, James passed away shortly after
this picture was taken, but fortunately he knew and still knows he
is loved. To the he Ladies of the Ministry, bless you all: Agnes
O'Gara, Cheryl Helbig, Eileen Scrivani, Barbara Piersa, Gail
Fabiano, Jan Burns, Jeannie Wieme, Joanne Hudes, Katherine Norian,
Lorraine Smith, Marie D. Woke, Janet Humiston, Margaret Walsh,
Irene Galvan, Barbara Lemken
Sincerely, Angela Marsh, Community Liaison Life Source
Services
YOUTH MINISTRY SERVING THEIR CHURCH
AND FELLOW YOUTH AND TEENS
Last Saturday, the Saint Joseph Youth Ministry Team worked with
Ellen Solinas, Youth Minister, and Fr. Anthony, Spiritual
Direc-tor, in preparing and serving at a Holy Hour Experience for
Youth, Teens and Young Adults.
If you missed the chance to join us for this experience, look
for future Eucharistic Adoration opportunities offered by the Youth
Ministry team.
GIRL SCOUTS EARN "MARY, THE FIRST DISCIPLE"AWARD
Two Saint Joseph parishioners and students of Saint Joseph
School were recently recognized at a special Mass at the Cathedral
Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark for earning the prestigious
"Mary, the First Disciple" award. Originally called the "Marian
Medal," this award was created for young women to help them learn
more about Mary and themselves. In their studies and activities,
they meet Mary in Scripture as a young teenager, follow her journey
and watch her grow into the woman known as the Mother of God.
Congratulations to our two Cadette recipients (L-R) Dana Barnes
and Samantha Romanelli.
Saint Joseph Girl Scout Troop 557 will be selling cookies on
March 21-22 after the 5 pm, 10:30 am and 12 noon Masses to support
their endeavors.
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HELP SAINT JOSEPH COMMUNITY
COUNT IN THE 2020 CENSUS
The Archdiocese of Newark encourages you to fill out your U.S.
census form. Beginning in mid-March, you can respond to the 2020
Census online, by phone or by mail. Responding is quick and easy
and you can complete the Census on your mobile device. All
responses are confidential, and by law they cannot be used against
you in any way. Visit 2020CENSUS.GOV to learn more .
Please note correct date
“GRACE & HEALING” FOR THOSE AFFLICTED BY THE OPIOID
CRISIS
WITH KEATON DOUGLAS
--MARCH 18 iTHIRST Initiative Director, Keaton Douglas, who gave
Saint Joseph’s very
well-received Advent Reflection, will present this workshop for
those affected by the Opioid Crisis and their families on
Wednesday, March 18 at 12 noon at Seton Hall University (Bethany
Hall, Room A), 400 So. Orange Ave., South Orange, NJ. Lunch will be
provided. RSVP by March 13 to [email protected]
SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT ~ MARCH 8, 2020
TICKETS ON SALE AFTER ALL MASSES THIS WEEKEND! SAINT JOSEPH
YOUTH MINISTRY
IRISH SODA BREAD SALE
NEXT WEEKEND
—MARCH 14-15 Our Youth Ministry will host an Irish soad bread
sale March 14-15 after all the Masses while supplies last.
Small Bread is $8.00 Large Bread is $10.00
All proceeds will go to help the Saint Joseph Youth
Ministry.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE AT SAINT JOSEPH SCHOOL
PT Pre-kindergarten 3 Teacher Assistant On or about March 30
through to the end of the school year 2020. Must enjoy working with
the pre-k 3 student and have Protecting God's Children (we can help
with that training). Compensation commensurate with experience.
Please send a letter of interest and resume to: [email protected]
PT Pre-kindergarten 4 Teacher Assistant - (Maternity Leave
Replacement) Position to start on or about April 9 through to the
end of school in June 2020. Must enjoy work-ing with the pre-k 4
student and have Protecting God's Chil-dren (we can help with that
training). Compensation commensu-
rate with experience. Please send a letter of interest and
resume
to: [email protected]
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TRIP TO CAPE COD & RHODE ISLAND SPONSORED BY ASCENSION
PARISH
--JUNE 8 (DEPOSIT DUE MARCH 30) Ascension Parish, New Milford,
will sponsor a 5-day trip to Cape Cod and Rhode Island from June
8-12. The price of $979 per person dbl. occ./$1198 per person
single occ., includes 4 nights lodging at The Aiden Hotel at Best
Western, 4 breakfasts, 4 dinners, tour of 2 mansions, guided tour
of Provincetown with whale watching cruise, ferry to Nantucket (w.
tour) and to Martha’s Vineyard (w. tour), guided tour of Hyannis
and the John F. Kennedy Memorial, trip to Mohegan Sun Casino,
luggage handling, all taxes, meal gratuities and motor coach
transportation. Deposit of $100 per person due by March 30. Balance
due April 30. Make checks payable to “Ascension Church.” For
reservations and more information, call Josie at 201-265-0485 or
Anna at 201-387-2632.
A portion of your session fee will be donated to Saint Joseph
School.
MARCH 23-24-25 OUR LENTEN PARISH MISSION
“The Eucharist: The Sacrament of Our Sanctification”
(See page 5 of this bulletin for more information.)
SAINT JOSEPH CHURCH ORADELL/NEW MILFORD, NJ
SAINT JOSEPH TRACK & FIELD 2020 REGISTRATION
The Saint Joseph Track & Field Team welcomes all parish boys
and girls attending Saint Joseph School or who are enrolled in the
parish Religious Education classes (CCD) in grades K-8 to sign up.
We offer an exciting program that stresses the importance of
healthy exercise and provides an opportunity where children learn
and participate in track & field events within the Archdiocese.
Running events to choose from include 50M, 100M, 200M, 400M, 800M,
1600M, & relays. Field events can include long jump, broad
jump, shotput and javelin. Practices are typically held twice a
week and there are generally 3-5 league meets in which our team may
compete. Registered athletes are eligible to compete at meets. A
copy of the registration form can be found on the SJS athletics
website www.sjaaathletics.blogspot.com The registration fee is $70
per child or $110 per family. Registration forms and payments can
be dropped off in the St Joseph lower school office by the
registration deadline of March 29. Parents and volunteers are
welcome to assist at meets or to be assistant coaches. No
experience is required. Direction for volunteers will be provided
by our coaches. For additional information on the track program or
about volunteering, please email Mike Smith at
[email protected]
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