The Roman Catholic Parish of St. Vincent de Paul 250 Bebout Avenue Stirling, New Jersey 07980 Phone: (908) 647-0118 Fax: (908) 647-5992 Parish Office—908-647-0118 In an emergency call 973-222-0720 Parish website: stvincentschurch.org Parish email: [email protected]PASTORAL STAFF Fr. A. Richard Carton, Pastor [email protected]Fr. William (Bill) Mooney Weekend Assistant Elena Bird Zolnick Director of Sacred Music 907-953-0128 [email protected]Vincent G. Clarke, Organist 908-647-4926 Sr. Krystyna Dziadkowiec Pastoral Associate [email protected]Sr. Elsa Jeronimo, C.S.JB. Director of Social Outreach [email protected]Deirdre Nemeth Director of Religious Formation 908-647-0421 [email protected]Amilee Beer Youth Ministry 908-295-8104 [email protected]Peter O’Neill, Deacon 908-647-7258 [email protected]Parish Trustees Alan Tangreti and Timothy Wallisch PARISH OFFICE STAFF Vera Castagna Parish Secretary Maria DeLuca Religious Formation Secretary Teri Kesselmeyer Technology and Communications We are a Catholic community rooted in the Eucharist and committed to the poor. Sunday Mass Schedule (Vigil Mass) Saturday —5:00PM Sunday 8:30AM, 10:30AM and 6:00PM Confession: Saturday at 4PM or other days by appointment. Weekday Mass Schedule 8:30AM Monday - Saturday “It would be easier for the world to survive without the sun than to do so without the Holy Mass.” St. Padre Pio
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The Roman Catholic Parish of St. Vincent de Paul 250 Bebout Avenue
Stirling, New Jersey 07980 Phone: (908) 647-0118 Fax: (908) 647-5992
September 9th and 10th Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time Page Two
SUNDAY COLLECTION REPORT MASS INTENTIONS
MONDAY September 11th 8:30AM The deceased and victims of September 11, 2001 TUESDAY September 12th The Most Holy Name of Mary 8:30AM Barbara Costanzo (Living) Therese McCloskey
Msgr. Patrick Brown WEDNESDAY September 13th
Saint John Chrysostom, Bishop and Doctor of the Church 8:30AM Bob and Kathleen Slyker (Living)
Joseph Romano Emma and Rafael Luna
THURSDAY September 14th
The Exaltation of the Cross 8:30AM John Calabro, Sr. (Living) Ruth Ann Rahe Lena and Duke Dorsi FRIDAY September 15th Our Lady of Sorrows 8:30AM John Seylaz Msgr. Patrick Brown Protection of Babies in the Womb SATURDAY September 16th Saint Cornelius, Pope Saint Cyprian, Bishop 8:30AM John Schlegel (Living) Thomas Ohleth Matthew Tarantino
Twenty-Fourth Sunday
in Ordinary Time
5:00PM (Vigil) Beverly Guldner Rita and Michael Pavlo
Deceased members of the parish
SUNDAY September 17th 8:30AM Anthony LaRezza
Deacon Bill Wagner Deceased members of the Turner Family
10:30AM John Seylaz Richard P. O’Connell
Raymond Brandes
6:00PM Edward Turner Edward J. Cook John Tarabocchia
Daily Mass Readings Monday Col 1:24—2:3; Lk 6:6-11
Tuesday Col 2:6-15; Lk 6:12-19
Wednesday Col 3:1-11; Lk 6:20-26
Thursday Nm 21:4b-9; Phil 2:6-11; Jn 3:13-17
Friday 1 Tm 1:1-2, 12-14; Jn 19:25-27 or Lk 2:33-35
Saturday 1 Tm 1:15-17; Lk 6:43-49
The weekend of September 2nd and 3rd
Total amount in envelopes: $6,718
Loose: $2,442
Online Parish Pay: $3,729
Total Offered : $12,889
Come experience God’s love and the gift of healing. All parishioners, especially those who are ill and the elderly, are invited to a Mass of Healing on Saturday, September 23rd at 10am followed by Brunch prepared by the Knights of Columbus. Please RSVP to the parish office 908-647-0118.
MASS AND ANOINTING OF THE SICK
BISHOP’S ANNUAL APPEAL IN GIVING, WE RECEIVE
The 2017 Bishop’s Annual Appeal is currently underway. This year the theme of the Appeal is “In Giving, We Receive”. By being generous with our God-given gifts, we not only help people in need, but we also help
ourselves. Jesus reminds us of the blessings that come from being good stewards.
The Bishop’s Annual Appeal supports four causes: our Catholic Charities agencies; seminarian education, Nazareth Village, our diocesan priests’ retirement residence; and our inner-city area elementary schools. You can help make this year’s Appeal an even greater success by making a generous pledge today.
Every gift is important, valued and changes lives. Whatever you do to help is a profound blessing!
September 9th and 10th Page Three
This week we observe the 100th anniversary of the 5th apparition of Our Lady to the children at Fatima. This is how the event was recorded by one of the visionaries, Lucia, “A crowd estimated at 20,000 observed atmospheric phenomena similar to those of the previous apparitions: the sudden cooling of the air, a dimming of the sun to the point where the stars could be seen, and a rain resembling iridescent petals or snowflakes that disappeared before touching the ground. This time, a luminous globe was noticed which moved slowly and majestically through the sky from east to west and, at the end of the apparition, in the opposite direction. The seers saw a light and immediately following this, they saw Our Lady over the holm oak.
Our Lady: Continue to pray the Rosary to obtain the end of the war. In October, Our Lord will also come, as well as Our Lady of Sorrows and Our Lady of Mount Carmel, and Saint Joseph with the Child Jesus, to bless the world. God is pleased with your sacrifices, but He does not want you to sleep with the ropes; wear them only during the day. (The children were wearing ropes around their waists as a sacrifice for sinners.) Lucia: They have requested me to ask you for many things, for the cure of some sick persons, of a deaf-mute. Our Lady: Yes, I will cure some, others not. In October, I will perform a miracle for all to believe. And rising, she disappeared in the same manner as before.” From the writings of Sr. Lucia. Pope Francis has granted a plenary indulgence opportunity for the 100th anniversary of the Fatima apparitions throughout the centennial year. To the faithful who visit with devotion a statue of Our Lady of Fatima solemnly exposed for public veneration in any church, oratory or proper place during the days of the anniversary of the apparitions, the 13th of each month from May to October 2017, and there devoutly participate in some celebration or prayer in honor of the Virgin Mary. In addition, the faithful must pray the Our Father, recite the Creed and invoke Our Lady of Fatima. The Act of Consecration to Our Lady of Fatima will be prayed at the 8:30AM Mass on Wednesday, September 13th. For the 100th anniversary of the final apparition on Friday, October 13th Mass will be offered at 8:30AM and at 7PM. After the 7PM Mass we will have the candlelight procession with the statue of Our Lady of Fatima. Please mark the date and time so that as many as possible, especially families and children, may participate in this special observation and devotion to Our Blessed Mother. We continue to pray for our sisters and brothers in the wake of Hurricane Harvey. The tendency to move on to the next event can be great if we are not caught in the middle of such devastation. For those who have been directly affected it will take much longer to come back to any resemblance of life as usual. As mentioned at Mass last weekend, the Bishops of the United States have asked that a special collection be taken in each parish to assist the work of Catholic Charities in aiding those displaced and in need in the aftermath of the Hurricane. The collection will be taken here at all Masses next weekend, September 16th and 17th. Please be as generous as your means allow. Please continue to pray for those who mourn their loved ones, for those whose homes and personal belongings have been destroyed, for those who have been displaced, for those who are overwhelmed, and for those who are there to assist and offer hope.
As we observe the anniversary of September 11, 2001 let us also prayerfully remember those who died, those who so heroically gave their lives for others, the first responders and all who aided in recovery efforts, and the families who still carry the burden of grief from that day. Let us pray and act for peace in our time, in our homes, communities and among nations in a world fraught with tension. The oldest known prayer addressed to the Mother of God was found on an ancient Egyptian papyrus dating from around the year 250. Today, known in the Church as the Sub tuum praesidium, the prayer is believed to have been part of the Coptic Vespers liturgy during the Christmas season. Originally in Greek, the prayer is best translated as:
Beneath your compassion, We take refuge, O Mother of God: do not despise our petitions in time of trouble: but rescue us from dangers, only pure, only blessed one.
May we offer this prayer often during these days that we may know the tender love and intercession of the Blessed Virgin. Be assured of my prayer for your families and you daily, especially at Holy Mass, the joy and privilege of my life. Peace,
Fr. Richard
Rescue us from dangers, only pure, only blessed one.
September 9th and 10th Page FourREADINGS FOR NEXT SUNDAY
First Reading: Sirach 27:30—28:7 Sirach advises all to forgive the faults of their neighbor. Only by forgiving the sins of others, can a person expect to be forgiven his sins.
Second Reading: Romans 14:7-9 Paul stresses that no one is his own master; we are responsible to the Lord, and we belong to him in both life and death.
Gospel: Matthew 18:21-35 This narrative points out the difference between mercy and justice. When Peter asks how often he should forgive someone who wrongs him, Jesus answers, “…not seven times: I say seventy times seven times.” Jesus then narrates the story of the king who was merciful to his official by forgiving him all his debts, but this same official showed no mercy to his own servant.
PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS
Those who serve in the military: Nick Ragazzo, Stephen J. Campbell, Sean Milde, Frank Fasano, Richard Lister, Eric Leverone, Jay Donato, Frank Messina, Eileen Murphy, Peter Giovanni, John E. Siedler IV
Those who are ill:
John Daglian, Parker Watson, Annette McGrory, Mary Bigelis, Marian Zoll, Lou Aroneo, Patrick Bergin, Joseph Rota, Nelson Vitorino, Lynne Coombs, Lucy Bustillos, Paula Matchen, May Hill, Caitlin Shea, Bill Wallisch, Larry and Aileen Oster, Nanci Gamba, Elizabeth Early, Serenity Rose Apuzzo, Helen Munro, Mary Keller, and Eric Binner.
Those who have died to this world Requiescat in Pace
May all the faithful who have departed this world rest in your eternal peace. Amen
The Votive candle before the statue of the Blessed Mother is in memory of
Mary Dallesio.
THE RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS
The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) is a process through which adults may become full members of the Roman Catholic Church. The RCIA is immersed in revealing the treasures of our faith to those who seek and yearn for a deeper life in Jesus. If you or someone you know is not baptized or is baptized in another Christian tradition and is being called to enter the Roman Catholic Church, the RCIA process is for you. If you are a baptized Catholic adult but have not received Confirmation this is also for you. For more information please contact Fr. Richard.
Life Ministries welcomes you to their first meeting of the new season on
Monday, September 11th at 7:30pm in the Church Meeting Room. Help plan for this
year’s Pro-Life activities in our parish. WE NEED YOU!
For information call Helen at 908-647-6521. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Children (and their mothers, fathers and others in need of healing) is this weekend. Please pray for an end to legal abortion in our
country. Rachel’s Vineyard, Lumina and Sisters of Life offer retreats and counseling.
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 40 Days for Life begins September 27th and
ends on November 5th. Prayer vigils will be outside Planned Parenthood, 196 Speedwell Ave., Morristown. Your prayer and sacrifice matter in the fight for LIFE. Further information can be found at www.40daysforlife.com/Morristown.
Couples who were married in 1967 and 1992 are warmly invited to celebrate their 25th or 50th Wedding Anniversary with the Church of Paterson. Bishop Serratelli will be the main
celebrant at Mass at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Paterson on Sunday, November 5th at 4:00pm. Arrangements can be made by contacting the parish office. Registrations will be accepted through Tuesday, October 17th. Information from the Office of Family Life will be sent to you once your registration is processed.
SILVER AND GOLD ANNIVERSARY MASS
GETTING READY FOR SUNDAY
Join Fr. Richard for a deeper insight into the Scriptures for Sunday Mass. By gaining an understanding of the context and culture within which they were written, the upcoming Sunday Readings will take on a more profound and richer meaning for you. Weekly discussions will begin on Thursday, September 14th from 1pm to 2:30pm and repeated on Thursday evenings from 7:30pm to 9:00pm in the Pastoral Center Library.
St. Vincent de Paul’s 15th Annual Women’s Retreat,
Fr. Dennis Berry, from the Shrine of St. Joseph, will be this year’s Spiritual Director for the
Retreat which will take place on Friday, September 15th through
Sunday, September 17th. The Retreat will be held at Delbarton Retreat
Center, Mendham, NJ. Space is limited. Registrations due this week!
The fee is $215 which includes single or double room accommodations and 5 meals.
Registration is available online at https://stvincentschurch.org/2017-registration.
For questions please call the Parish House 908-647-0118
Gather for Prayer, Food and Fun
Come join us before the Blessed Sacrament with your whole family at 7pm in the Church on Friday, September 15th to pray the Rosary. It is intended that we will meet on the 3rd Friday of each
month and that pizza and fun activities for families will take place after prayer, Adoration and Benediction.
“The Rosary is the prayer that touches most the Heart of the Mother of God...and if you wish peace to reign in your homes, recite the family rosary.” St. Louis de Montefort.
The Diocese of Paterson is hosting the 2017 Marian Pilgrimage this October. The trip will take place on Saturday, October 21st. We urge you to participate in this year’s Diocesan Pilgrimage to the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception.
There are two options to choose from: a two day trip which includes visits to the St. Jude Shrine, the Baltimore Basilica and the National Shrine in Washington DC; or the one full day trip. We ask that you sign up as soon as possible for this Pilgrimage as space is limited.
For further information and to sign up please contact Vera or Sr. Elsa at the Parish House 908-647-0118 or by email [email protected] or [email protected].
Our first Bridges Run to New York City is Friday, September 22nd. The link to donate needed food and
supplies is www.perfectpotluck.com Coordinator: Bridges
Password: 2323 Monetary donations will also be accepted. Thank you
in advance for your generosity to the homeless.
MOMS GROUP MEETING Please join us for our quarterly meeting on Wednesday, September 13th from 7:30pm to 9:00pm in the Pastoral Center Library. Members of our Parish Twinning Committee, Lynne Vreeland and Amy O’Mullan, will speak about their trip to St. Paul’s Parish in Haiti. This will be a great opportunity to learn more about our sister parish.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL FAITH FORMATION
The registrations for 1st through 10th grade Faith Formation are due!
The 2017-2018 schedule and registration form are available o n - l i n e a t h t t p s : / /s t v i n c e n t s c h u r c h -o r g . s i t e s . ec a t ho l ic . com /registration. The sessions offered are as follows:
There will be an Open House on Sunday, September 10th from 1pm to 2pm
in the Faith Formation Center.
A meeting has been scheduled in the Library of the Pastoral Center for Tuesday, September 19th at 7:30pm for the members of the Haiti Parish Twinning Committee and any parishioners interested in finding out more about this project. At the meeting a report will be given on the visit to the parish of St. Paul by those who were there, an update on the progress of the project, discussion pertaining to the visit of Fr. Theo the pastor of St. Paul which will take place from September 22nd to October 2nd, and fundraising plans for the support of the project. For more information and to see pictures of our recent visit to Haiti please see the parish website. “Each individual Christian and every community is called to be an instrument of God for the liberation and promotion of the poor, and for enabling them to be fully a part of society. This demands that we be docile and attentive to the cry of the poor and to come to their aid.” Pope Francis
Monday, September 25th 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Pope John XXIII High School, Sparta Bishop Serratelli will host the first
“Pizza Night for Women.”
This event will be open to high school and college-age women discerning their vocation.
For details, please contact the office of the Delegate for Religious at 973-777-8818 ext. 207 or
by email to [email protected]. Come join Bishop Serratelli and our Religious
Sisters from the Diocese of Paterson for Adoration, Reflection, fellowship
...and of course, pizza.
CATHOLIC FILIPINO MINISTRY
The Diocesan Commission for Catholic Filipino Ministries invites you to the annual celebration
honoring their two Filipino saints: San Lorenzo Ruiz and San Pedro Calungsod on Sunday,
September 24th. Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Arthur Serratelli at 3:00pm at the
Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, 381 Grand St., Paterson.
There will be a “salo-salo,” a welcoming Filipino reception and fellowship at the Bishop Rodimer Center
immediately following the Mass. Please email DCCFM at [email protected] for
more information.
OUR PARISH HAITI PROJECT
Tryouts for CYO Basketball will be conducted on the following dates: for 5th/6th grade boys-Sept. 11th and 13th from 6pm to 7:25pm; for 7th/8th grade boys-Sept. 11th and
13th from 7:30pm to 9pm; for 5th/6th grade girls-Sept. 12th and 14th from 6pm to 7:25pm; and for
7th/8th grade girls-Sept. 12th and 14th from 7:30pm to 9pm.
Games are only on Sundays so if you are not on a team or can fit Sundays in please stop by.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL CYO BASKETBALL
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will resume on the First Friday in October. Please prayerfully consider volunteering one or more hours to be present during Adoration. Contact Christine Regnault 908-872-4444 to offer your time.
CONGRATULATIONS
Helen O’ Mullan is the parish recipient of the Vivere Christus Award this year in recognition of her dedication to the life of the parish, the ministry of the Gospel and her advocacy on behalf of life, especially that of the unborn. The award will be presented today (September 10th at 3:30 PM) by Bishop Serratelli at the Cathedral in Paterson. Prayer filled congratulations to Helen.
