St. Andrew the Apostle Church 27 Kresson-Gibbsboro Road, Gibbsboro, New Jersey 08026

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FROM THE PASTOR' S DESK After watching the tumultuous events of the past several weeks, I am certain that we all have become more acutely aware of the racism, oppression and discrimination that exists within our society and our institutions. It intrigues me that we as a society continue to struggle with these issues. Were we not all created in the image and likeness of God? When one particular group perceives themselves as superior, they attempt to make themselves better than God. The underlying problem with racism and prejudice is the core belief that God does not know how to create; that one's myopic perception supersedes the creative hand of God. Hmmm….I am not sure I would want to stand before the judgment seat if I promulgated that type of racial hatred during my earthly life. Our church has been preaching a fundamental truth that is grounded in our doctrine, namely…All life is sacred, from the womb to the tomb.

When my father was a young boy, he was playing on the opposite side of the tracks in Gibbstown in an area known as Dupont village. This was the section of town where most Dupont executives lived, and if you were Italian, you simply were not permitted to enter that section. One of the homeowners in Dupont village saw him playing and came out their back door yelling at this young Italian boy, calling him all the stereotypical names of the day, and told him to get his greasy (you know what) out of here. My father, about the age of seven, felt the racial hatred and did the first thing that came to his mind. He picked up a stone…. hurled it at the man…and ran home as fast as he could. He sat on the back steps and waited for my grandfather to come home to tell him about the incident, expecting to be praised. However, my grandfather was direct with him and told him this is not the way we treat others, despite the way others treat us. He made my father promise never to act like that again. My father was disappointed in my grandfather's advice….but in reality….it was good advice…for it is Gospel advice.

Wouldn’t it be wonderful if when we looked at our neighbor, we would see the creative hand of God in our differences. Did you know that when Msgr. Ciaran O Mearain was Pastor he shared with me that this parish had calculated there were 86 different ethnic

communities that comprised the parish of St. Andrew the Apostle. We are a tapestry of ethnic backgrounds that form a beautiful image of a faithful community of believers. That said, it seems to me that almost every ethnic community that has come into our land has experienced prejudice. I know the many stories of hatred and discrimination against people who are black, white, brown, Catholic, Jewish, Muslim, male, female, able-bodied, disabled, born, and unborn. Whether one community has experienced more hatred and violence than another reminds us that we must all stand together, as one nation under God. Do we really think that the removal of statues will bring an end to racial hatred? It might make some feel good for a moment, but it certainly will not affect cultural change. Perhaps we should put our energy into living the Gospel of Jesus Christ and recognize that all are created in the image and likeness of God, and are called to live by His principles.

What intrigues me about all of this is that the United States is formed as a land of immigrants. Alone among the great nations of the world, Americans define their identity outside the boundaries of geography or common ethnic ancestry. For us there is no fatherland; nor can most of us trace our ancestors back five and six generations or more, as the British, French, Norwegians, and Irish so proudly do. The stories of how my grandparents emigrated into the United States, at 15 or 16 years of age, simply amaze me. They yearned for a life that would bring fulfillment and blessings and were willing to sacrifice everything for a taste of what America might provide. Our ancestors were a people who have come from every corner of the globe, most in the last century, in pursuit of a most noble and remarkable vision – that in this land men and women could live in freedom and liberty with their God-given rights respected.

It is, therefore, a common creed, not common ancestral roots, which binds us together. That creed was best expressed in the Declaration of Independence that announced, "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness." Americans are forever indebted

From the Pastor’s Desk

to those who pledged their lives and fortunes and sacred honor to make this experiment in ordered liberty possible. "Gratitude," G.K. Chesterton wrote, "is the mother of all virtues." As Americans, and as Christians, we have reason to be filled with gratitude at all times; gratitude to God who gave us the opportunity to come to this land and to live in freedom; gratitude to our Founding Fathers who set forth those principles that constitute our creed; and gratitude to following generations who have defended us, and those that still do today.

The history of the past 244 years shows what a difference loyalty to principled beliefs can make. America has never sought wars of expansion. It has sought to liberate and restore those it has defeated. It has shared its bounty and wealth with the poor. It has rescued the suffering. It has done this not because the fatherland orders it, but because of our devotion to human dignity and human liberty demands it. America is different – it is a vision, a noble idea and for that extraordinary difference, Americans should give thanks to God each day and pledge anew to do their duty out of gratitude to Him and to our Founding Fathers.

Perhaps this Independence Day, we might pray for the victims of racial hatred, stop responding with violence, and place the responsibility for equality on all our shoulders. Let's not place our emphasis on tearing statues down but building people up. All of us are who we are because of our past, and it is through faithful

living that we can create a better future. So, let me suggest that if we want an end to hatred, prejudice, racism, and violence, let us turn to Almighty God, get serious about living Gospel values, and offer this prayer for our country:

Almighty God you have given us this great land as our heritage. We humbly pray that we may always remember your generosity and faithfully do your will. Bless our land with honest industry, truthful education, and an honorable way of life. Defend our liberties and strengthen the resolve of all those who have come from various places in the world to make America their home. Lead us to choose the harder right instead of the easier wrong. Help us to appreciate the opportunities that are ours as we struggle to bring harmony to an unsettled world. May we balance our concern for justice with a willingness to display mercy and may our concern for security be tempered with a willingness to take risks that will produce worthwhile change for the good of all people. Let us end senseless violence, and work toward Gospel peace. O Lord, we pray for your guidance as we work together for the best interest of our communities, our nation, our world, and the goal of peace. When times are prosperous, let our hearts be thankful, and in troubled times may our deepest trust be forever in you. Amen. With a loving and grateful heart…. Msgr. Marucci, VF, D.Min.

Good News and Notes

A Note of Gratitude from a Grateful Parishioner...

Introductory Rites

Greeting C. In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. All. Amen. C. The Grace of Our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. All. And with your spirit

Penitential Act I confess to almighty God and to you, my brothers and sisters, that I have greatly sinned, in what I have done and in what I have failed to do, through my fault, through my fault, through my most grievous fault; therefore I ask blessed Mary ever-Virgin, all the Angels and Saints, and you, my brothers and sisters, to pray for me to the Lord our God. Amen

Lord, Have Mercy Lord, have mercy, Christ, have mercy. Lord, have mercy, Gloria Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to people of good will. We praise you, we bless you, we adore you, we glorify you, we give you thanks for your great glory, Lord God, heavenly King, O God, almighty Father. Lord Jesus Christ, Only Begotten Son, Lord God, Lamb of God, Son of the Father, you take away the sins of the world, have mercy on us; you take away the sins of the world, receive our prayer; you are seated at the right hand of the Father, have mercy on us. For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord, you alone are the Most High, Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the Father. Amen.

Mass and Worship

14th Sunday in Ordinary Time July 5, 2020

Liturgy of the Word

First Reading A reading from the second Book of Prophet Zechariah Thus says the LORD: Rejoice heartily, O daughter Zion, shout for joy, O daughter Jerusalem! See, your king shall come to you; a just savior is he, meek, and riding on an ass, on a colt, the foal of an ass. He shall banish the chariot from Ephraim, and the horse from Jerusalem; the warrior’s bow shall be banished, and he shall proclaim peace to the nations. His dominion shall be from sea to sea, and from the River to the ends of the earth. The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

Responsorial Psalm R. I will praise your name for ever, my king and my God. I will extol you, O my God and King, and I will bless your name forever and ever. Every day will I bless you, and I will praise your name forever and ever. R. I will praise your name for ever, my king and my God. The LORD is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and of great kindness. The LORD is good to all and compassionate toward all his works. R. I will praise your name for ever, my king and my God. Let all your works give you thanks, O LORD, and let your faithful ones bless you. Let them discourse of the glory of your kingdom and speak of your might. R. I will praise your name for ever, my king and my God. The LORD is faithful in all his words and holy in all his works. The LORD lifts up all who are falling and raises up all who are bowed down. R. I will praise your name for ever, my king and my God.

Second Reading A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans. Brothers and sisters: You are not in the flesh; on the contrary, you are in the spirit, if only the Spirit of God

dwells in you. Whoever does not have the Spirit of Christ does not belong to him. If the Spirit of the one who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, the one who raised Christ from the dead will give life to your mortal bodies also, through his Spirit that dwells in you. Consequently, brothers and sisters, we are not debtors to the flesh, to live according to the flesh. For if you live according to the flesh, you will die, but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live. The Word of the Lord Thanks be to God

Gospel Acclamation R. Alleluia, alleluia. Blessed are you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth; you have revealed to little ones the mysteries of the kingdom. Alleluia, Alleluia

Gospel The Lord be with you. And with your spirit. A reading from the holy Gospel according to Matthew. Glory to you, O Lord.

At that time Jesus exclaimed: “I give praise to you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, for although you have hidden these things from the wise and the learned you have revealed them to little ones. Yes, Father, such has been your gracious will. All things have been handed over to me by my Father. No one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and anyone to whom the Son wishes to reveal him.” “Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart; and you will find rest for yourselves. For my yoke is easy, and my burden light.” The Gospel of the Lord.

Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ. Homily

Mass and Worship

Profession of Faith I believe in one God, the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all things visible and invisible, I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ, the Only Begotten

Son of God, born of the Father before all ages. God

from God, Light from Light, true God from true God,

begotten, not made, consubstantial with the Father; through him all things were made. For us men and for our salvation he came down from heaven, and by the Holy Spirit was incarnate of the Virgin Mary. and became man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate, he suffered death and was buried, and rose again on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures. He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead and his kingdom will have no end. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son. who with the Father and the Son is adored and glorified. who has spoken through the prophets. I believe in one, holy, catholic and apostolic Church. I confess one Baptism for the forgiveness of sins and I look forward to the resurrection of the dead and the life of the world to come. Amen

Liturgy of the Eucharist May the Lord accept the sacrifice at your hands for the praise and glory of his name, for our good and the good of all his holy Church. Amen.

The Lord's Prayer Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us: and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power and the glory are yours now and forever. Amen.

Lamb of God Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world, have mercy on us.

Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world, have mercy on us. Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world, grant us peace.

Communion C. Behold the Lamb of God.

Behold him who takes away the sins of the world. Blessed are those called to the supper of the Lamb. All: Lord, I am not worthy that you should enter under my roof, But only say the word and my soul shall be healed. Concluding Rites and Final Blessing

Mass and Worship

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A word of gratitude to Msgr. Marucci, Fr. Victorino, Msgr. Frey, Deacon Craig and all of the staff and faithful of St. Andrew the Apostle Parish for your love and support and for welcoming me back during these past few months of the COVID pandemic. It was wonderful to return to St. Andrew’s and, while I am sad to be leaving the parish again, I consider it a great blessing to have prepared for my diaconate ordination and to serve at the parish during those interesting four months and for that I will always be grateful! I thank you for the love you have shown to me and I know that you will extend that same love and affection to Deacon Paul. Please keep me in your prayers as I begin my time at Holy Child Parish in Runnemede and know that all of you are in my thoughts and prayers. Until we meet again, may God bless you and Our Lady keep you! I will be keeping my St. Andrew’s email address, so feel free to reach me there as well!

In Jesus and Mary, Deacon Carlo

Good News and Notes

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Have you read any good books lately? BOOK OF THE MONTH: The God Who Loves You: Love Divine, All Loves Excelling God's love is the subject of Peter Kreeft's imaginative and thoughtful book (a revised and updated version of his book Knowing the Truth of God's Love). With unusual clarity, Kreeft points out that the man or woman who begins to glimpse the God who is Creator, Redeemer, and Lover of our souls, will never be the same. He describes Scripture as God's love story and then tells why divine love is the answer to our deepest problems and the fulfillment of our deepest desires. Posing the hard questions about love that rankle the heart, Peter Kreeft never settles for easy answers. He exposes today's superficial attitudes about love to lead people to a deeper understanding of what it means to be loved by God, addressing these issues and many more. FORMED.ORG

Knights of Columbus Mignogna Scholarship Each year the Mignogna family offers a $1000 scholarship to a student in either a Catholic High School or College. Essays are submitted and reviewed by a team of Knights of Columbus from St. Jude council. This year’s winner was Carmela Lozano. Her essay was both moving and inspiring. St. Jude Council wishes her well as she enters college The officers and members of St. Jude council wish to thank the Mignogna family for their generosity and caring.

REPORT SEXUAL ABUSE An independent, toll-free number has been estab-lished by the Diocese of Camden to help callers report cases of sexual abuse by priests, deacons, religious, employees and/or volunteers. Calls are handled by a licensed clinical social worker. In accord with state law, cases of child sexual abuse are reported to the N.J. Division of Child Protection and Permanency and law enforcement. For information or to inquire about counseling and support services, call 1-800-964-6588

Christian Cupboard We continue to assist families with food weekly and are grateful for your food and monetary donations. Last week we assisted twenty-one families. Groceries needs: Syrup Jelly Pancake mix Soup Rice

Jail Ministry St. Andrew’s delivered over 800 facial masks to Camden County Jail in the past several weeks meeting an urgent request to protect the inmate population from the coronavirus. Over 20 volunteers worked rigorously to make the facial masks as quickly as possible to meet the urgent need. Sgt. Kelly emailed to thank our volunteers. “The facial masks are working great! We couldn't have done this job without your support. Thanks so much!”

“TO EVERYTHING THERE IS A SEASON AND A TIME

FOR EVERY PURPOSE UNDER HEAVEN . . .

SATURDAY, July 4, 2020 8:00AM Vicki Sbrocco r/b Harold Sbrocco Rosa Ruggiero r/b Judy Madera

4:00PM Harry Kraus r/b Carole & Ken Aspinall

SUNDAY, July 5, 2020 8:00AM Harry Kraus r/b Anna Droege 10:00AM Benjie Balmores William T. Carson Jr. r/b wife & family Leilani Talosig r/b Family and Friends Jane Kelley r/b The Kuchler Family MONDAY, July 6, 2020 8:00AM John Kane r/b Michelina O’Neill

TUESDAY, July 7, 2020 8:00AM Salvatore Barone

WEDNESDAY, July 8, 2020 8:00AM Arlene Fethergill r/b Richard and Elizabeth Garrity

THURSDAY, July 9, 2020 8:00AM Pro Populo

FRIDAY, July 10, 2020 8:00AM Rev. John March and Rev. Peter Gallagher r/b Msgr. Louis Marucci and Staff SATURDAY, July 11, 2020 8:00AM Vincent Nason r/b The Pflug Family 4:00PM Kara Lemanowicz r/b Grandparents

SUNDAY, July 12, 2020 8:00AM Jason Ryan Sherwood r/b Paula and Theresa Berenato and Family Laura M. DiDonato r/b Di Donato Family 10:00AM John Aragona r/b Marie & Joe DiStefano Rocco J. DiMattia r/b Dorothy DiMattia Deborah Ruggiero r/b Barbara Ruggiero & John Deceased

The Sanctuary candle burns in Honor of Bill Stengel r/b June Stengel

The Blessed Mother candle burns in Honor of Rev. John March and Rev. Peter Gallagher r/b Msgr. Louis Marucci and Parish Staff

Jon Beale Austin Tyler Cole, USMC Robert F. Ianni Vince Setineri, USMC Kristin Leone, USN

John D. Vozzelli Wyatt Williams, USMC Nicholas Grady, USAF Peter Ferro, USN

A Time for Peace...

For Whom Shall We Pray...

Terri Sweeney Robert Fagan, Jr Kim Simone Joan Geier Barbara Curtis George Quinn William Robbins Randy Goldy Mila Bravo Gloria Preuitera Declan Laner Francine Guarino Andrew Urbiztondo Loretta Lipp Bob Monetti James Corbett John Lopinski

Brian Horton Dena Miller Sanja Masterson Michael Masterson Nicole Antonelli Alyssa James Licia Boccafurno Eleanor Campanaro Edward Troncone Kirk Tang Lecetta Brown Linda Fox Julio Pastrano Carmella Sabatini

A Time to Be Healed . . .

Jill Eley Allison Marantz DeMaio Beth Maiatico Cokely Amy Nolan Neimeister Alicia Falcone

Stephanie Mc Shane Allison Bigos DiCioccio

For Those Expecting New Life. . .

A Time to Die…

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LIVE STREAMING OF THE MASS, STATIONS, & HOLY HOURS

St. Andrew the Apostle Parish Live Streams all of its Masses and Services. To Find us…

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Our Livestream Broadcast Schedule is as follows:

MASSES: Daily (Monday-Saturday) @ 8 AM Saturday@ 4:00 PM Sunday @ 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM Distribution of Holy Communion Sunday @ 11:30 AM

ADORATION Daily from 7:30 AM - 10 AM Saturday 9AM - 11 AM (1st Wed. of Month 7:30am-7:30 pm [Holy Hour begins at 6:30 PM])

ROSARY to prevent Covid-19 12 Noon

CHAPLET of DIVINE MERCY 3 PM

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PRESIDER SCHEDULE Saturday, July 11th

4:00PM— Msgr. Louis A. Marucci Sunday, July 12th

8:00AM— Father Victorino Coronado 10:00AM—Msgr. Louis A. Marucci

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