Saint Joseph Roman Catholic Church Oradell - New Milford, NJ

February 26, 2012

Our Parish Mission Statement As a family of faith, Saint Joseph Parish welcomes everyone to encounter Jesus Christ

through Word, Worship, Community, and Service. Guided by the Holy Spirit,

we are changed for the better and sent forth as disciples of Christ to continue his work in the world.

Schedule

Mass Schedule

Saturday 5pm, Sunday 7:30am, 9am, 10:30am, 12 Noon

Weekdays: 7am, 8:30am Saturday 8:30am

Holy Days: As announced in the bulletin

Baptism

Contact the Parish Office before the fifth month of pregnancy

Sick / Homebound / Hospital Ministry

Call the Parish Office

Marriage

Call the Parish Office at least one year in advance

Reconciliation / Confessions

Saturday, 4 pm - 5 pm

Christian Initiation of Adults

Contact the Parish Office

Miraculous Medal Novena:

Monday, 7 pm

Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament

First Wednesday of the Month, 9am to 5:30 pm

Parish Registration:

Contact the Parish Office

Phone Email Website

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

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

The Greenhouse 305 Elm St., Oradell 201-477-8114 vailc@greenhouseusa.org greenhouseusa.org

Religious Education 300 Elm St., Oradell 201-261-1144 religioused@sjcnj.org sjcnj.org

Parish Office Hours: Weekdays 9 am - 4 pm or by appointment

Religious Education Office Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed., & Thurs. 9 am - 5pm

SMALL SHARING GROUPS FOR LENT Our Small Sharing Groups for Lent begin today and will continue for the next five weeks through March 29. Participants will use the book, OPEN OUR HEARTS, written by Sr. Donna Ciangio and Fr. Tom Iwanowski. Each group will meet for about one hour each week to focus on the Gospel for the coming Sunday of Lent.

If you have not yet registered, and would like to be involved, please contact the Parish Office (201-261-0148) (office@sjcnj.org) or register online at (sjcnj.org) by clicking on Newest News on the menu.

Groups will meet and the following times and locations Sunday 10:15am Lower Level of the Brothers Residence, 115 Grand Street (next to the church) Monday 10 am Lower Level of the Brothers Residence, 115 Grand Street (next to the church) Monday 7:30 pm Lower Level of the Brothers Residence, 115 Grand Street (next to the church) Tuesday 1 pm Lower Level of the Brothers Residence, 115 Grand Street (next to the church) Wednesday 9 am Lower Level of the Brothers Residence, 115 Grand Street (next to the church) Thursday 7:30 pm Curry House, Religious Education Office, 300 Elm Street (left of the church)

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Saturday 5:00 pm

Sunday 7:30 am 9:00 am 10.30 am 10:30 am MC 12 noon

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 10:30 am MC 12 noon

February 25, 2012 Susan Elizabeth Schrader

February 26, 2012 First Sunday In Lent People of the Parish Dorothy Gallagher Katherine Jacura Catherine Jacob Edgardo Ladioray

February 27, 2012 Peter Kuchar Deceased Members of The Rolan Family

February 28, 2012 Michael Dinice Robert Coelln

February 29, 2012 Jeanne Aversa Emma & Pasquale Muoio

March 1, 2012 Michael DeSa Intentions of Gail & George Fabiano

March 2, 2012 Irene Bolter For a Special Intention

March 3, 2012 Almerindo Accomando 4th Anniversary Remembrance Susan Elizabeth Schrader

March 4, 2012 Second Sunday In Lent People of the Parish Pauline Smith Deceased members of the Piazza Family Frank Antonini Ralph & Josephine Scarano

BREAD AND WINE INTENTIONS The Bread and Wine for the week of February 26, 2012 is offered for the glory and praise of God. PRAYER REQUESTS

Let us remember those who are ill: Helen O’Brien, Patricia New, John Driscoll.

Let us remember our beloved deceased.

Let us remember all our men and women serving in the military.

BREAD AND WINE INTENTIONS AVAILABLE Bread and Wine dates are available during March and throughout 2012. Bread and/or Wine may be offered in memory of a loved one, for a special anniversary, or any special occasion or intention. Please call the rectory (201-261-0148).

OUR SUNDAY GIVING 2% Plus Because It’s My Parish and I’m Grateful

Our parish’s main source of revenue is the Sunday and holyday collections. Therefore, each Sunday, we publish the amount of the previous Sunday collection. We also include the collection amount needed each week to ensure that the parish remains on a sound financial basis and can continue, and hopefully expand, its many ministries. We thank you for your support and hope that in light of our need, we encourage you to carefully consider your weekly contribution to our parish. Remember your parish depends upon you!

OPERATION RICE BOWL Operation Rice Bowl, which is coordinated through the Religious Education Office, offers a way for us to support those who are less fortunate and face a daily struggle against hunger. The children in our parish have been given Operation Rice Bowl material. We invite our parish community to join in this Lenten program of giving. Operation Rice Bowl materials are available at the entrances of the Church and at the Religious Education Office.

Donations are due by Wednesday, April 4.. Please make all donations in the form of a check payable to: St. Joseph Church and mark Operation Rice Bowl on the check and envelope.

ARCHBISHOP’S ANNUAL APPEAL It’s not too late to make a gift to the

2012 Archbishop’s Annual Appeal.

Your participation helps many, including

those desperately in need.

Please make a generous pledge today. Our parish goal is $62,000 for 2012.

WEEKLY LENTEN DEVOTIONS Lenten Evening Prayer/ Miraculous Medal Novena

Mondays 7 pm Lenten Stations of The Cross

Fridays 7:30 pm

Date Feb. 19

Basket ParishPay Total $9,142 $5,555 $14,697

Total Needed $20,000

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FIRST SUNDAY IN LENT FEBRUARY 26, 2012

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT FROM U.S. CONFERENCE OF CATHOLIC BISHOPS

Sweeping HHS Mandate Stands, Violating Conscience Rights and Religious Liberty

Congress Must Act to Fix the Problem

On January 20, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) reaffirmed a rule that virtually all private health care plans must cover sterilization, abortifacients, and contraception. The exemption provided for "religious employers" was so narrow that it failed to cover the vast majority of faith-based organizations-including Catholic hospitals, universities, and charities, - that help millions every year. Ironically, not even Jesus and his disciples would have qualified for the exemption, because it excludes those who mainly serve people of another faith.

On February 10, the Obama Administration made this rule final "without change"; delayed enforcement for a year against religious nonprofits that were still not exempted (our charities, hospitals, and colleges); and promised to develop more regulations to "accommodate" them by the end of that additional year. But, as explained below, that promised "accommodation" still forces them to pay for "services" that violate their religious convictions.

The original rule that violated our religious liberty so severely has not been changed, but finalized. After touting meaningful changes in the mandate, HHS instead finalized the original rule that was first issued in August 2011 "without change." So the offensive definition of "religious employer"-which excludes our charities, hospitals, and colleges because they serve people of other faiths-is still in place, and those institutions are still subject to the mandate.

HHS has promised some kind of "accommodation," but only after the election. HHS said it would take an additional year to develop more regulations to "accommodate" religiously-affiliated charities, schools, and hospitals that still fall outside the "religious employer" exemption. The impact of these additional rules will not be felt until after the election, the only point of public accountability for the Executive Branch. This eliminates an important incentive for HHS to provide the best protection for religious liberty.

The promised "accommodation"-even at its best-would still force our institutions to violate their beliefs. Under the proposed "accommodation," if an employee of these religious institutions wants coverage of contraception or sterilization directly from the insurer, the objecting employer is still forced to pay for it as a part of the employer's insurance plan. Since there is no other source, the funds to pay for that coverage must come from the premiums of the employer and fellow employees, even those who object in conscience.

There is no exemption for objecting insurers, secular employers, for-profit religious employers, or individuals. The U.S. Bishops defend religious liberty for all, and so have repeatedly identified all the stakeholders in the process whose religious freedom is threatened by the mandate-all employers, insurers, and individuals, not just religious employers. Now, all insurers, including self-insurers, must provide the coverage to any employee who wants it. In turn, all individuals who pay premiums have no escape from subsidizing that coverage. And only employers that are both non-profit and religious may qualifty for the limited "accommodation."

We urgently need legislation to correct the mandate's threats to religious liberty and conscience rights. The Respect for Rights of Conscience Act has been introduced in Congress (H.R. 1179, S. 1467) to ensure that those who participate in the market for health insurance "retain the right to provide, purchase, or enroll in health coverage that is consistent with their religious beliefs and moral convictions."

ACTION: Contact your U.S. Representative by e-mail, phone, or FAX letter: •Call the U.S. Capitol switchboard (202-224-3121) or call your Members' local offices. •Send your email to Congress through (www.usccb.org/conscience). •Additional contact info can be found on Members' web sites at (www.house.gov) and (www.senate.gov)

MESSAGE: "Please co-sponsor and support the Respect for Rights of Conscience Act (H.R. 1179, S. 1467). The Obama administration's decision to mandate coverage of sterilization and contraceptives, including drugs that can cause an abortion, makes passage of this measure especially urgent. Please ensure that the religious liberty and conscience rights of all participants in our nation's health care system are respected."

Now is the time to build co-sponsors and support. Please act today! Thanks!

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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS Classes resume regular schedule this week .

CONFIRMATION PROGRAM NO Preparation Session Sunday, February 26.

The Remaining Confirmation Preparation Sessions are: March 4, 11, 18 and 25

GRADE 7 & 8 UPCOMING EVENTS RECONCILIATION SERVICE FOR GRADE 7 Next Wednesday, March 7, there will be a special Reconciliation Service for Students in Grade 7 of the Religious Ed Program. RECONCILIATION SERVICE FOR GRADE 8 The Reconciliation Service for Grade 8 students of the Religious Ed Program will take place on Wednesday, March 14 at 4 pm. On both days, the service will begin at 4 pm in the Upper Church. Please make every effort to attend. Parents/Guardians are encouraged to attend.

RETREAT NIGHTS Grade 7 Retreat Night is Friday evening March 16 Grade 8 Retreat Night is Friday evening March 30

LITURGIES TO CELEBRATE 50TH - 25TH - 5TH ANNIVERSARIES

The Archdiocese of Newark will once again be honoring those couples in our Archdiocese who will be celebrating five, twenty-five or fifty years of Christian Marriage in the year 2012. It is our desire that every couple in the Archdiocese

deserving of such recognition be present at the appropriate liturgy. The presence of a large number of couples give favorable witness to the strength and stability of Christian Marriage in today’s society. We hope you will be one of our couples attending these special liturgies at the Cathedral.

The anniversary liturgies will be celebrated by Archbishop John J. Myers in the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark on the following dates: 50th Wedding Anniversary Sunday, May 6, 3pm Mass 25th Wedding Anniversary Sunday, June 3, 3pm Mass 5th Wedding Anniversary Sunday, June 3, 3pm Mass (25th & 5th Anniversaries are at the same Mass)

Registration is required. Please stop by the rectory office to register. Deadline registration is April 16 for 50th Anniversaries and May 16 for 25th and 5th Anniversaries.

SAINT JOSEPH LEISURE CLUB A trip to the Resorts Casino on Monday, March 19 with the Leisure Club. The cost is $24, with a bonus cash back. The bus will leave the Knights of Columbus Hall, on River Road in New Milford, at 9 am and will return at approximately 8 pm. For reservations and more information call Ann May (201-261-5265).

A NIGHT OF SACRED MUSIC IN THE IRISH TRADITION

Owen & Moley O’ Súilleabháin with special musical guests— St. Anne’s Contemporary Choir

St. Anne Church in Fair Lawn is hosting a Musical Lenten Reflection at 7:30 pm on Tuesday, February 28. Tickets are $5 at the door. For further information (201-791-1616).

CALLING ALL COOKS WE NEED YOUR FAVORITE RECIPES!

The St. Joseph School community is creating our very own Cook Book. Please help by submitting recipes for your favorite Appetizers, Beverage, Soups & Salads, Breads, Muffins,

Vegetables & Sides, Brunch items, Pasta, Pizza, Main Dishes, Desserts and of course don’t forget your secret family recipes! Please submit recipes to: Christine Maron at (cvmaron@yahoo.com) or Jenn Hill at (gnjhill@optonline.net), or drop them off at the Rectory, there is a green box in the entrance hall. Thank You for your support.

River Dell HS Presents "Willy Wonka" Performances March 22nd & 23rd at 8:00pm March 24th 2:00 & 8:00pm Tickets $15 / $10 seniors / Group Discounts Purchase tickets at River Dell High School 2:30-4:00pm. For further information call (201-599-7211)

The Oradell Book & Needle Woman’s Club BUNCO NIGHT & SILENT AUCTION

Friday, March 23 at 7 pm at the Oradell Borough Hall Meeting Room. Advanced registration of $15 is required by March 15. Mail to: Elaine Dispenza, PO Box 9128, Paramus, NJ 07653. Checks payable to: The Oradell Book & Needle Woman’s Club. Silent Auction prizes include: 5-day stay at the Jersey Shore / Boating Excursion on the Hudson / 4 one-day hopper passes to Disney World. The proceeds will benefit the Club’s many Community Service Projects: Gilda’s Club; Shelter Our Sisters; Adopt-A-Family; Support Programs for our Veterans and Active Military; and Scholarship Program. For information Anne Reynolds (201-262-8181).

THE PARAMUS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL FIRST ANNUAL GOLF & TENNIS OUTING—Monday, May 7 at the Paramus Golf Course details in upcoming bulletins.

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FIRST SUNDAY IN LENT FEBRUARY 26, 2012

WOMEN'S DAY OF REFLECTION, MARCH 3 The Archdiocesan Women's Commission is holding a day of reflection Rise Up and Walk! at Seton Hall University Saturday, March 3. Women will gather for a Lenten day of quiet reflection and fellowship with other faith-filled women. The day begins at 8 am. The keynote speakers are Dr. Gregory and Lisa Popcak, with special guest Sister Marilyn Minter. Holy Mass will be celebrated at 4:15 pm, with Archbishop John J. Myers as the celebrant. Registration is $25 per person. For information and registration forms please go to (rcan.org/womcom), or contact (973-497-4545) or (CatholicWomen@rcan.org)

FINAL OPPORTUNITY TO TAKE PART IN OUR WOMEN’S CORNERSTONE RETREAT

It's almost here! Cornerstone XX begins this Friday, March 2, at 7 pm in our lower school. If you have not yet registered, there is still time and we still have a seat for you at our table! Take some time away from your busy life and join us on this adventure. Each year for the past 19 years has been a great blessing to those who have

participated, and we know that Cornerstone XX will offer the same experience as in the past. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to refresh yourself spiritually and physically. WE WELCOME YOU! To register just call , Barbara at (201-265-5276) or Betty at (201-385-9116).

MEN’S CONFERENCE, MARCH 10 Come, Follow Me! – A Catholic Men’s Conference is Sat-urday, March 10, at Seton Hall University in South Or-ange, NJ. Prayerful, spirit-filled, life changing! The day begins at 8 am and ending at 4 pm. Mass will be cele-brated by Most Reverend Archbishop John J. Myers along with our local Bishops and Priests con-celebrating. A dynamic line-up of speakers is scheduled for this day!

Ticket price: $25 for adults; $20 for students, seniors,. Priests & Religious free. Breakfast and lunch are in-cluded. For registration please visit our website at (www.rcan.org/menscommission) or contact (973-497-4545) (CatholicMen@rcan.org)

At a parish wide meeting held January 9, 2012 an Executive Summary of our parish strategic plan, Forward in Faith 2016, was distributed. That Executive Summary is being published as a series of bulletin articles so that will it available to all

interested. This is the Sixth Part of that series. This material is also on our website (sjcnj.org)

Executive Summary- Forward in Faith 2016 Please note- Items marked with a indicate top priority that will be worked on during 2012.

V. SHARING THE GOOD NEWS OF JESUS - EVANGELIZATION – Living as a Faith Community

A vibrant parish experiences Christ’s call to share the Gospel and respond with active programs. The parish is involved in the life of the

local neighborhoods and cooperates with others ecumenically and civilly.

1. Promote the awareness and knowledge among parishioners of what evangelization entails and why it is an essential aspect of being sent forth together to bring Christ to others. Integrate the parish’s mission/vision statement into all parish publications.

Conduct a parish-wide census.

Establish a leadership group for evangelization.

Utilize Archdiocesan resources to integrate evangelization into parish life.

Identify opportunities to collaborate with other parishes or local human concerns efforts.

2. Identify ways to engage active parishioners in outreach to current parishioners who do not participate and potential new parishioners in the local communities St. Joseph Parish serves. Actively work to increase parish membership.

Review/revise parish registration forms and process.

Organize a process to assess what attracts people to other parishes.

Develop a parish welcome and information resource.

Publicly welcome new parishioners to the parish.

Schedule gatherings of outreach ministry leaders and volunteers.

Implement ways to use social media to communicate with inactive parishioners and potential new families.

Welcome the diversity of cultures and ethnicity and integrate people/traditions into parish life.

Research/provide resources to aid in outreach efforts/ministries.

STAY UP TO DATE WITH THE LATEST NEWS AND HAPPENINGS AT YOUR PARISH!

VISIT OUR WEBSITES

The Parish Site sjcnj.org

The Saint Joseph School Site sjsusa.org

The Greenhouse Preschool Site greenhouseusa.org

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Compiled by the Liturgy of the Word With Children Committee

The Gospel is the Good News about Jesus. The Gospel Reading for today is from

St. Mark Chapter 1 verses 12-15. The Spirit led Jesus into the desert among the wild animals where he stayed for forty days. During that time the devil came to tempt him but angels watched over Jesus. Soon after John the Baptist was arrested, Jesus travelled through Galilee proclaiming “The king-dom of God is very near! Turn away from sin and be-lieve the Good News.” Jesus stayed close to God and he followed God’s directions every day of his life. He prayed to God during those forty days and when he was tempted by Satan, he passed every test because he said “NO” to every temptation. During Lent, we all give up something that we really like in order to imitate what Jesus did in the Desert. And if we ask God to help us and keep us close to him, we will pass the test every time when we are tempted by the devil to do what we have given up. If we pray to God, he will protect us and keep us close to him.

NOTE TO PARENTS The Liturgy of the Word with Children takes place at our 9am Sunday Mass. During that Mass the younger children are sent forth just before the First Reading and go to the lower church/Mary’s Chapel for their own celebration of God's Word. The readings, homily, songs and prayers are geared to their understanding. The children return before the presentation of the gifts to continue the celebration of the Liturgy with their families. We want God's Good News to be exciting for the younger members of our parish fam-ily. If you would like to help with this committee, you can contact us at (kids@sjcnj.org).

NOTE TO KIDS Be sure to use your special envelopes in the

Sunday collection. You can extra envelopes during the

Liturgy of the Word With Children. Just ask Fr. Tom.

MISSION OF THE WEEK Say a prayer to God every day asking him to help you stay

close to him and say “NO” to doing bad things.