St. Rose of Lima Church

312 Ridgedale Avenue

East Hanover, New Jersey 07936

www.saintroseoflimachurch.org

FourthSunday of Advent December 18 , 2016

Thanks to everybody who organized and helped with my Mass and celebrations

last Sunday. It truly was a group effort by Fr. Matthew and Deacon Michal, Kamil,

Diego, Jeanne Marie and their respective groups. I was thrilled to see so many people

sing – our young, our youth and our young at heart all shared their gift with generosity

and joy. Deacon Vin and Peggy, our altar servers, Extraordinary Ministers, my own

family each being involved brought to mind the joy and beauty of my role as pastor. How proud I was to

see my beloved family, some longtime friends, and my beloved parishioners, my parish family all there

together to celebrate this beautiful Mass of Thanksgiving with me. I’m so grateful to God for calling me

to the priesthood, for giving me the strength to do His will and for the wonderful gift of being the pastor

of my beloved St. Rose of Lima.

The party at the Park Savoy was outstanding. The staff worked so hard and are so gracious. The

food was delicious and the ambience classy under the direction of Julian Reyes and Laura Shannon. A

big thank you to Vito Cucci, and Barry and Joseph Maurillo, owners of the Park Savoy who, despite our

budget, gave a reception beyond our wildest dreams. What an outstanding place! The afternoon flew by.

I was thrilled to have so many parishioners celebrate with me. It was a joy to have Michael, Fintan and

my cousins together for the party. Fr. Matthew organized a face chat with my sister living in Vietnam

and my sister and her family living in Dublin. It was a huge surprise! Very joyful but a bit of a tear

jerker! I wondered why my brother Jim didn’t face chat and then found out he flew over from Dublin on

Monday as a surprise to spend a few days. A big thank you to Stephanie and Tanya for working so hard

and for Fr. Matthew and to the committee for their many hours of hard work to ensure a perfect

afternoon.

I was so thrilled so many people could come to my party and honored that we had a full house.

My apologies to the many people who were on the waiting list but because of space limitation, couldn’t

attend. This weekend I’ll enjoy the meet and greet with everybody and in a very casual way get to say

thank you for all you do. A big thank you to the committee for this weekend for organizing the meet and

greet. This weekend you will be given a beautiful prayer card as a memento of my anniversary. Please

pray for me. A big thanks to my friends the Leonardis Family who provided the beautiful prayer cards

and paid for the programs last week.

So here we are – one week from Christmas. The children are excited, the adults are busy and

there’s a great feeling of expectant joy in the air. It’s actually very nice to have Christmas on a Sunday

this year. If you’re feeling a little frazzled – just remember that Christmas lasts until the Epiphany. We

can still send cards and gifts even if we’re a little late. The main thing is breathe and enjoy the day. It’s

special because of Jesus’ birth in a simple stable. Let’s not get overly complicated and remember the

reason for the season. God’s love for us is unconditional – let’s pay it forward.

Father Owen

Sunday, December 18th

Fourth Sunday of Advent

7:30 People of the Parish

Margaret Manna, Lucille Cicchino

9:00 Euplio Rinaldi, Sr. Lenore DeCoster

10:30 Jean & Russell Profito, Angela & Michael DeSantis

12:15 Margaret Sarno (17th Ann.), Dean Everetts

7:00 Michael & Mary McHugh, Joan Hanley (2nd Ann.)

Monday, December 19th

Late Advent Weekday

9:00 Charles Sansone, Ronald Sansone

Tuesday, December 20th

Late Advent Weekday

9:00 Bridget Mastras (20th Ann.), Terri Belske

Wednesday, December 21st St. Peter Canisius

9:00 John DeBellis, Daniel Belske

Thursday, December 22nd

Late Advent Weekday

9:00 Anna & Nuncio Pico, Fred Stickel

Friday December 23rd

Late Advent Weekday

9:00 Lisa Ann Zoppi, Jule Albanese (5th Ann.)

Saturday, December 24th

Late Advent Weekday

9:00 Mass Intentions to the Blessed Mother

4:00 Church: John & Irene Haggart, Joyce & Libby Riccio

4:00 Fahey Hall: Kay & Vinnie Vecchiarelli, Sergio Ferreira

6:00: Giuseppe Farro, Nadine Ruta

12:00 Midnight:: Jayne Candura, Michelangelo Colavita

Sunday, December 25th

The Nativity of the Lord

(Christmas)

7:30 Nicholas Garafalo, Vecchiarello Family

10:00 T.C.W. McHugh, Linda Wheelan

12:00 Lou & Anna Montuori, Deceased Members of the

Adessa & Prosperi Families

Rosary Prayer Intentions for December

Glorious Mysteries: That Catholics will keep “Christ” in Christmas this year. Sorrowful Mysteries: For those who find Christmas overwhelming that they will call to mind the true reason for the season. Joyful Mysteries: In thanksgiving for Fr. Owen’s 25 years of priesthood and for continued blessings for him as he serves as pastor at St. Rose. Luminous Mysteries: In gratitude to God our almighty Father for his Son Jesus.

Our Sick: Please remember in your prayers those in our parish and community who are ill,

especially Adrianna Monaco, Lena Raimo, Lillian Caruso, Tom Manna, Layla Morales, Manuela Granato, Helen McHale, Al Rossi and Rose Valli.

Schedule for the Dec. 9:00am Sunday Mass: Dec. 18th 9:00am Mass

Dec. 25th No 9:00am Mass

THE ALTAR BREAD AND WINE

For this week are offered in loving memory of: Muzio Prioletti

From: Family

SANCTUARY LAMP – CHURCH

A reminder of the Divine Presence in the Eucharist burns this week in memory of:

Nadine Ruta From: Renee Davino

TABERNACLE CANDLES For this week are offered in loving memory of:

Nadine Delli Santi From: Renee Davino

ALTAR CANDLES For the week are offered in loving memory of:

Davide Rebelo From: Parents

We remember and give God thanks for our beloved dead especially

Americo Pallante

Charismatic festival of praise

Notre Dame of Mt. Carmel

Wednesday, December 21 at 6:30pm

Join us for a spiritually uplifting hour of Prayer, Praise &

Worship with contemporary Christian music, Adoration and

Benediction.

Fourth Week of Advent: LOVE

The fourth Sunday, the focus is LOVE. All four candles are lit each

evening during this week.

The angel Gabriel said to Mary, “Do not fear, Mary, you shall

conceive and bear a son and give him the name Jesus. Great will be

his dignity and he will be called Son of the Most High.

O Jesus, I believe you were born of Mary and are God’s Son.

Your mysterious coming is beyond understanding. Yet like your

holy mother, Mary, I wish that you come to me, for you promised

you will. Let me serve you in any way I can and know that you are

with me day by day as my life goes by.

Like Mary, your mother, though I know you only by faith, may my

whole being proclaim your greatness and my spirit rejoice in your

favor to me.

O Wisdom, holy Word of God, Jesus Christ, holding all things in

your strong yet tender hands, come and show us the way to salvation.

CONFIRMATION NEWS 9th Grade: The next class night is Sunday, Dec. 18th. Students

are to arrive no later than 5:30pm through the main school lobby

doors. Mrs. Batanjany’s class will be the leaders of prayer at the

7pm Confirmation Mass this week. Please remember that your

Community Service Essays are due on this class night.

10th Grade: The next 10th Grade class night will be held on

Sunday, January 8th. On this night students will take their ACRE

assessment. Please arrive no later than 5:00pm through the main

lobby doors. Students must attend the Mass of their choice on

this weekend.

YOUTH CENTER

Next Youth Group

Christmas Party

Tuesday, December 20th

ROSARY ALTAR SOCIETY Next Meeting Wednesday January 6

th in the Church

beginning with the Rosary at 7pm. Merry Christmas and

Happy New Year to all!

MASS SCHEDULE FOR CHRISTMAS/NEW

YEAR’S

Saturday, December 24th

Dec. 24th 4:00pm Fahey Hall

Dec. 24th 4:00pm Church

Dec. 24th 6:00pm

Dec. 24th 12:00 Midnight

Sunday, December 25th

Dec. 25th 7:30am

Dec. 25th 10:00am

Dec. 25th 12:00 Noon

Saturday/Sunday, Dec. 31st/Jan. 1

st

Dec. 31st 5:30pm

Jan. 1st 7:30,am

Jan. 1st 10:30am

Jan. 1st 12:15pm

Jan. 1st 7:00pm

CHRISTMAS PARISH OFFICE HOURS

Friday Dec.23rd 9:00am – 1:00pm

Monday Dec. 26th Open 9:00am – 3:00

Friday Dec. 30th 9:00am – 1:00pm

Monday Jan. 2nd 9:00am – 3:00pm

In case of a TRUE EMERGENCY, death or funeral,

please call 973-887-5572 and press “2” to reach Fr. Owen

or Fr. Matthew immediately.

Pictures from Fr. Owen’s 25th Anniversary

Celebration

Fr. Owen with Clergy

Fr. Owen with his family

Fr. Owen with his family

Fr. Owen giving his thank you speech

The Parish belongs to all of us, and only through the

parish community can we achieve our goals. The

Challenge is Ours!!! ++

OFFERTORY COLLECTIONS December 11, 2016 Sunday Masses $ 8,441.00 Loose Checks $ 1,108.00 Loose Cash $ 889.00 Total Sunday Collection $ 10,438 .00

Christmas Flowers $ 560.00

THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO IS SACRIFICING TO HELP US MEET OUR FINANCIAL

COMMITMENT. MAY GOD BLESS YOU FOR YOUR LOVING HEARTS.

$13,500

Thank You

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS #6504 December 18th - Pancake Breakfast with Santa: 9AM –

12Noon.

January 7th - Past Grand Knights Dinner honoring Chris

Virginio.

February 11th - Wives Appreciation Night

Call Grand Knight Joe Carvagno for more information.

973-887-7696

FOOD PANTRY Thanks to your generous donations we are able to help many people

that come to our Food Pantry. The pantry will now be opened on the

2nd and 4th Saturday of every month. The pantry is in need of

household cleaning supplies, detergent, paper towels, canned

tomatoes, coffee, rice, canned fruit, snacks, crackers The next

time the food pantry will be open is Saturday, January 14

from 10:00-11:30am. If you have any questions or concerns, please

email Isabella Francis at Isabellafrancis2@gmail.com.

A big thank you to Antioch Team leader, Eric Magnifico, who

dressed up as Santa and read a story to our preschool students at St.

Rose Early Childhood Center's Santa Story Hour. Also, thank you to

Confirmation Program students: Hannah Beckett and Kyle

Cunningham for coming to help with this event.

Our Italy Pilgrimage Experience

By Sandra Herder and Donna DiRocco

From our first prayer as pilgrims together on the bus ride to

Newark Airport, to our last prayers on the bus coming home,

the bonding experience with our Lord and the friendships we

made will never be forgotten

Even though we had approximately 5 to 6 hours sleep per

night and the pace of the trip was set at “full speed ahead,” we

still were able to keep up our stamina because Italy does have

a tendency to energize everyone. We experienced mass every

day at various churches and basilicas , one more beautiful than

the next. We looked forward to Father Owen’s masses and

his sermons daily, some of which involved praying for special

intentions for family members as well as deceased loved ones

and the group was very eager to share their testimonies which

many times moved us to tears. We also prayed for the Pope’s

intentions and our parish members back home at St. Rose of

Lima.

Sandra’s highlight of the trip was the viewing of the “Last

Supper” by Michelangelo, Donna's was the Papal Blessing in

St. Peter’s Square given by Papa Francesco. As he rode past

us in his Popemobile, you could feel his holiness and

godliness. It gave us a surreal feeling that only people seeing

him in person could experience and we were fortunate enough

to have this opportunity because of Father Owen, Stephanie,

Dan and Alex’ planning. Also a highlight for both of us was

attending evening prayers at the Pontifical North American

College with Alex and all the seminarians. The view from the

rooftop of the college was amazing as you were able to view

the entire city of Rome along with a magnificent sunset.

We visited just to name a few of the cities; Padua, Milan, Lake

Como, Cinque Terre, Florence, Venice, Assisi and Rome.

Each city had something special to offer, whether it

was architecture, history, landscapes , food/wine, and

artifacts. Needless to say each one of the cities were unique

in their own way and had their individual characteristics which

makes Italy so distinctive.

We knew it was going to be a special trip…but had no

idea how meaningful and inspirational the journey would

become for us. We feel very blessed to have had this amazing

opportunity.

Thank you Father Owen, Stephanie and Dan Politi (and an

extra thank you to Dan, our special photographer) for a trip of

a lifetime.

Mrs. Dorothy Stolfi and her class with their get well cards for

the Bishop.

EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Santa Story Hour was tons of fun! The children came dressed

in their cutest Christmas pajamas! There were stories, a Santa

craft and hot chocolate and muffins. Of course, Santa made a

guest appearance. He took time out from his busy schedule to

make time to read Twas The Night Before Christmas to the

children of St. Rose because he heard what good little boys

and girls they are! All left with special gifts from Santa and

St. Rose.

In class this week, the children were busy making special gifts

for their Moms and Dads. We are also busy learning our

songs for our Christmas Concert on Wednesday, December

21st. We are also discussing those children who are less

fortunate than we are and what we can do to help make their

Christmas special.

If you are interested in signing up for St. Rose of Lima

Early Childhood Center, please call to come take a tour

of our facility 973-887-1801! We have schedules for all

your needs: part-time, full day and extended day!

ST. PATRICK SCHOOL Celebrating 145 years, Saint Patrick School, is a parochial

elementry school which includes preschool through eight

grade. We are a nationally recognized as a United States

Department of Education Blue Ribbon School with several

options for preschoolers (ages 3-5) and full day Kindergarten.

We are a STEM school that promotes student critical thinking

and application throughout our curriculum in all grades. Our

vibrant enrichment programs and dynamic (and championship

winning) athletic teams give students many avenues to share

their talents.

We are currently accepting applications for the 2017-18

school year. You are invited to our Open House on Sunday,

January 29th from 12:30 – 2:30pm If you would like more

information, please visit our website at www.st-pats-

school.org or contact the office to schedule a tour at 973-635-

4623.

Everyone is cordially invited to join our diocesan and parish-

sponsored Simbang Gabi (Filipino for “Mass of the Night or

Evening”) celebration in the following parishes near our area:

1. Monday, Dec. 19, 2017 at 7:00pm at St. Vincent de

Paul Church, 250 Bebout Avenue, Stirling. The main

celebrant will be Fr. Richard Carton.

2. Tuesday, December 20, 2016 at 7:00pm at Corpus

Christi Church, 234 Southern Blvd., Chatham, NJ.

The main celebrant will be Fr. Lemmuel Camacho.

This Mass and Novena is coordinated by the Diocesan

Commission for Catholic Filipino Ministries (DCCFM) of the

Diocese of Paterson.

Refreshments immediately follow Mass. For more

information or if you wish to hellp, please coordinate with

Emma at mommilitante@gmail.com for St. Vincent in Stirling

and Fr. Lem Camacho at 973-635-0070 ext. 6, or Ms. Jennie

Braza at 973-979-2355 for Corpus Christi Parish.

PARISH DIRECTORY Parish Office: 973-887-5572 Fax: 973-884-0476 PARISH EMERGENCY NUMBER Website: www.saintroseoflimachurch.org In case of a TRUE EMERGENCY, death or funeral, after office

hours, please call 973-887-5572 and press “2” to reach

Father Owen or Father Matthew immediately

Pastor Fr. Owen B Moran 973-887-5572 Ext 114 omoran@saintroseoflimachurch.org

Parochial Vicar

Fr. Matthew Kranc 973-887-5572 Ext 125 fr.matthew@saintroseoflimachurch.org

Transitional Deacons Rev. Mr. Michal Rybinski 973-887-5572 michal.rybinski@outlook.com Rev. Mr. Andrew Burns aburns@pnac.org

Permanent Deacon Deacon Vincent Leo 973-887-5572 tvleo@carroll.com

Seminarians Mr. Alex Nevitt 2nd Year Theology, North American College, Rome wnevitt@gmail.com Mr. Kamil Kiszka St. Rose of Lima kiszkakamil@gmail.com

Pastor Emeritus Msgr. William McCarthy retired and not in residence

Parish Staff Mrs. Gretchen Turner Business Manager 973-887-5572 Ext 115 gturner@saintroseoflimachurch.org Mr. Diego Badilla Music Director 973-887-5572 Ext 157 dbadilla@saintroseoflimachurch.org Mrs. Karen Cunningham Bookkeeper 973-887-5572 Ext 129 kcunningham@saintroseoflimachurch.org Ms. Cathleen Seborowski Parish Secretary 973-887-5572 Ext 128 cseborowski@saintroseoflimachurch.org Mrs. Angela Burns Parish Secretary 973-887-5572 Ext 152 aburns@saintroseoflimachurch.org Mrs. Anne Marie Gillespie Trustee Mrs. Jeanne Taylor Trustee Mr. William Nevitt Parish Council President

Saint Rose Pre-School Mrs. Lorie Agrifolio Director of ECC 973-887-1801 lagrifolio@stroseacad.org Mrs. Carol Freeman Administrative Assistant 973-887-1801 cfreeman@stroseacad.org

(Pre-School/Pre-K) Faith Formation

Mrs. Stephanie Politi Coordinator of Pastoral Ministries 973-599-2944 spoliti@saintroseoflimachurch.org Mrs. Bernadette Caponegro Director of Religious Education 973-887-0357 bcaponegro@saintroseoflimachurch.org Mrs. Gina Liebhauser Ass’t Coordinator of Religious Ed 973-887-0357 reled@saintroseoflimachurch.org Mrs. Tanya D’Souza Assistant to Coordinator of 973-887-0357 tdsouza@saintroseoflimachurch.org Pastoral Ministries and D.R.E. Ms. Lisa Paradiso Assistant Coordinator of Confirmation 973-599-2944 lparadiso@saintroseoflimachurach.org and Youth Ministry Mrs. M. Kelly Robertazzi Youth Ministry and Confirmation 973-599-2944 krobertazzi@saintroseoflimachurch.org Assistant

SACRAMENTS Baptism

We celebrate the sacrament of Baptism most Sundays. Parents are welcome to have the Baptism celebrated either at a week-end Mass or at the Liturgy of Baptism at 1:15. To make arrangements for Baptism please call Father Owen or Fr. Matthew. Godparents must be confirmed and be active members of the church and attend Mass regularly.

Sacrament of Reconciliation Every Saturday at 8:15 – 8:45 and 4:45 – 5:15 (or by appointment with Fr. Owen or Fr. Matthew).

Sacrament of Marriage Please contact Fr. Owen or Fr. Mathew and set up an appointment. Any Catholic couple needs approximately a year to prepare for the Sacrament of Marriage, which includes sessions with the Priest celebrating the marriage and attendance at Pre-Cana conferences.

Sacrament of the Sick / Hospital Visits At St. Rose we are strongly committed to the spiritual care of the sick. Because of privacy laws, hospitals and nursing homes are not allowed to release the patient’s religious affiliation. Therefore, we must depend on families of our sick parishioners to inform us of their whereabouts and condition. Please notify the parish office of any need for a home or hospital visit.

RCIA The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is a program for people who seek full initiation in the Catholic Church through the reception of the Sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation, which are received at Easter Vigil. For information, please contact Fr. Owen or Fr. Matthew at the parish office.

PRAYER OPPORTUNITIES PARISH ORGANIZATIONS Miraculous Medal Novena – Following 9am Mass on Saturday Adult Choir – Rehearsal Mondays 9:30am or Wednesdays 8:00pm Devotion to Padre Pio – Following the 9am Mass on Friday Knights of Columbus – 2

nd & 4

th Monday at 8pm in Labrecque Hall

Right to Life – Anne Marie Gillespie amgillespie@optonline.net Rosary Altar Society – 1st Wednesday of the month at 7:00pm in church

Secular Franciscan Order - Second Saturday after 9am Mass Adoration to the Blessed Sacrament –Tues. & Wed 8am – 6pm First Saturday Devotion – to Our Lady of Fatima Following 9am Mass Bereavement - 973-599-2944 PARISH GENERAL INFORMATION PARISH OFFICE HOURS - Our clergy and staff will be happy to assist you during the following hours: Monday – Friday 9am - 3pm New Parishioners - We welcome those who have recently moved to the area. If you would like to be part of the St. Rose of Lima family, please call the parish office to register. Bulletin Deadline – Please kindly submit all bulletin materials to Angela (aburns@saintroseoflimachurch.org) at the parish office, Please note that in order for articles to be published in next week’s bulletin they need to be submitted no later than 10a.m. of the prior Tuesday.

Mass Intentions – Please come into the office or call during regular office hours.