Reverend Sean Mc Donnell............................................. Pastor Lisa Dempsey................................................Pastoral Associate
Reverend Milton Camargo ................................ Parochial Vicar Vincent LoBello ....................................................... Deacon
Elizabeth Ventola .......................................... Academy Principal Reverend Francis Duffy .........................Weekend Assistant
Carmen Blandino .................................Parish Council President Edwin Peterson ..............................................................Trustee
RECTORY & ST. MARY’S CEMETERY OFFICE 9 Parsippany Road, Whippany, NJ 07981 Rectory Office is open from 9a.m—3p.m. Monday—Friday
SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE Engaged couples should make arrangements with one of the priests one year in advance of the wedding date.
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
The Parish Community celebrates Baptisms on all Sundays of the month at 12:00 p.m. One preparation session is required for first time parents. Parents should register by calling the Parish Office after the child’s birth.
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
The Sacrament of the Lord’s Forgiveness is celebrated Saturday afternoons at 5:00 p.m. Other times for Reconciliation are announced in the bulletin, and by making an appointment with one of the priests.
SACRAMENT OF THE SICK
The Parish Community celebrates this Sacra-ment at a Special Liturgy during the year or at home anytime.
SUNDAY, January 17th - 2nd Sunday of Ordinary Time7:30 A.M. Helen Vnenvak9:30 A.M. People of the Parish
11:00 A.M. Eddie Raguseo Bridie Van SlyckEleanor Mary ShenuskiMary & Joseph Braviak
THANK YOUWe thank everyone who participated in our “GivingTree” this year - to those who set up/took down thetrees, created and placed the ornaments (therewere over 800!), sorted, wrapped, packed and
delivered. Through your generosity, so many families wereable to celebrate a wonderful Christmas season.Thank you for always giving to those in need!
GOD’S GIFT FOR GIVING
Solemnity of Mary $ 2, 232. 50Feast of the Epiphany $ 7, 137. 22 Last Year $ 6, 857. 00
The Collection for the Christmas Flowers will be in next weekend’s bulletin. Thank you.
Thank you to everyonein our parish family whobrought food and gifts.Your generosity wasgreatly appreciated.Love and Prayers
Fr. Sean & Fr. MiltonJUBILEE- YEAR OF MERCY
" Pope Francis has asked every parish to celebratethis year as a “Jubilee of Mercy” that officially beganon 12/8 and will end on 11-20-16. During theupcoming year, we will be celebrating the “Jubilee- Year of Mercy” here at OLM. Please make sure to
watch the bulletin for upcoming events. How will YOU celebrate this Jubilee Year of Mercy?
9 DAYS FOR LIFE NOVENAThe U.S. bishops invite us to pray for the protectionof all human life. A special novena called 9 Days forLife will take place from Jan 16th - Jan 24th. Sign upto receive daily prayers at: www.9daysforlife.com.
You can also download a free app or join on Facebook. Eachday focuses on a different aspect of respecting each other’sGod-given dignity - from the beginning of life to the end of life.You can pray alone, together with your family or invite others tojoin you.
POVERTY AWARENESS MONTHJanuary is also Poverty Awareness Month.During this month, join the U.S. Bishops, theCatholic Campaign for Human Development and
the Catholic Community of the US in taking up Pope Francis’challenge to live in solidarity with the poor!
CYO 6-9PMSpring Raffle CalendarEnvelope Stuffing7PM Ministry House
CYO 6-9PM 9 Days for Life Novena beginsCYO Parish Ctr. 9AM-9PM
2nd Sunday Ordinary TimeCYO Parish Ctr.
For everything there is a Reason and a Timefor Every Purpose under Heaven
...A Time to Heal...Pray for the sick
Giuseppa Casarrubea, Pat Fusco, Ann Y., Connor Davey,Addie Cinquino, Connie Delio, Rita Tironi, Carol, Bob Bark,
Marian Marfan, Angela Cassano, Allen Lebo, Dominic Guida,Daniel Matakitis, Larry C, Carolyn Mangravite, Susan Nicoll,Giovanna Cinquino, John Jaczyinski, Jacqueline Gorman,Shane Hakes, Mike McLaughlin, Bill Van Hall, Luis Ripa, Ralph LeFevere, Pat Conforti, Agnes Ryan, Jackie Olsen,
Robert DelPurgatorio, Michael, Fr. Charlie, Charles Realmonte,Linda Ann Celeste, Roger, Lucille Cocca, John Strumolo Sr.,John Stolfi, Cara Coughlin, Kip Dangler, Shirley Smiecinski,
Joyce Ann Michaelson, Stephen Donnelly, Ronnie Noll, Tom Tomat, Emma Carothers, Bob Roberts, Joseph Mascia, Colton Ford Petronaci, Mark Herkert, Gary Y, James Giannetti,Patrick J. Asay, Jr, Lisa Compas, William Bulman, Fr. William,Kevin Mulligan, Russell Cassella, Michael Smith, Randy Olsen,Arlene Gentile, Marylou Perrini, Michelle White, Patsy Manna,
Bob Peters, James Rutkowski, Felisa Manlapig,Chris Surrago,Richard Virgil, Audrey Sherry, June Surrano, Paul Comerford,Lorraine Azzinnaro, Angela, Bob Bartholomew, Pat Rue-an,
Please pray for those buried in St. Mary’s Cemeteryand for those who have died especially Madeline Guido
and Kevin John Parisi (brother of Fr. Michael Parisi)
...A Time for Peace...Pray for peace and our enemies in our world,
in our homeland, and in our Church
MEN'S CORNERSTONE XVI:"SEND DOWN THE FIRE"
Notre Dame will hold their annua Men'sCornerstone XVI, beginning on Fri eve 1/29 at 6:30pm & ending on Sat, 1/30 at 7:30 with a ClosingMass. Cornerstone is a unique retreat designed to
provide participants an opportunity to revitalize and deepentheir spiritual lives. The retreat lasts approximately 26 hours,All participants are provided sleeping accommodations at theparish, which helps ensure the spiritual continuity of theexperience for everyone involved. Register online atwww.ndcarmel.com. Registration donation: $50.
LITURGY CORNERThis weekend we celebrate the Baptism of theLord. As each New Year approaches, most of usparticipate in the annual tradition of selfappraisal. What have I done with my life duringthe past year? How can I make it better? The
month of January invites us to celebrate with many New Yearresolutions. It’s the second week of January. Have you formedyours? Our life as a member of God’s holy family begins withthe celebration of the sacrament of Baptism. We are Catholic. Most of us were baptized as infants and raised in the faith byour parents. Year by year, as we grew, so also did our faith,nurtured by our family and friends who share our beliefs. Faithis a gift from God, meant to be a part of our lives forever.When we celebrate Christmas each year, we are reminded ofthe greatest gift that God has given to us-His son, Jesus. TheSeason of Christmas moves us from the end of one year to thestart of another. It ends with the birth of a newborn babe andbegins with the celebrations of life in the baptism of our Lord, alife we share with each other. New life and faith grow together. Day by day we move through the year, surrounded by the giftof God’s life. We need to share our gift of faith. To receive agift, to give a gift, to be a gift, this is what God asks of us. Have a blessed week! Lisa
FAITH AT HOME For almost all of us, the Sacrament of Baptism isnot one that we remember at all, unless you werepart of the RCIA program. I know I only have
maybe a couple of pictures from my baptism. In the last 20years, people have brought video cameras and now we havephones that perform the safe function. As we celebrate thisfeast day, why not bring out the pictures/videos and share withyour child about that very special day YOU chose to bringhim/her to the Church to be baptized into our faith. You caneven mark that day in your calendar and each year bring outthe candle they received at their baptism, light it and say aspecial prayer together. This would be especially special forthose young children and teens who are preparing to receivethe next sacraments in their faith journey - Reconciliation,Eucharist and Confirmation. Enjoy your week! Lisa
AN INVITATION TO INQUIREThe Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) willbe beginning soon here at OLM. If you or someoneyou know is considering becoming Catholic, wouldlike to become Catholic or would like to complete
their initiation through the reception of the sacrament ofConfirmation and/or Eucharist, please contact our PastoralAssociate, Lisa at [email protected] or 973-887-0767.Anyone, 16 or older, is welcome and encouraged to participate
OLM ACADEMY UPCOMING EVENTSOLMA will celebrate Catholic Schools Weekbeginning on Sun 1/31 at the 11 AM Mass. Therewill also be a Scholastic Book Fair and a PancakeBreakfast. All are welcome and invited to attend.
UPCOMING EVENTS AT OLMCaring & Sharing “Valentine Dinner Raffle” weekend ofFeb 2nd & 9th. Please mark your calendars.
RELIGIOUS FORMATIONReligious Formation Sessions will resumethis on Sun 1/24 & Tues 1/26.
TEEN NEWSLisa Longo, one of our parishioners and amember of Girl Scout Troop 570, is
participating in a service project for Operation Shoebox. They are collecting donations of small items to be sent tochildren in third world countries such as : washcloth/soapin small plastic container, notepad and pencil/ pens,/crayons, small bowls, cups, spoons, toothbrush with cover,toothpaste, small towels or tissue packet or handkerchiefs,items that would fit in a plastic shoebox. A box fordonations will be in the Academy foyer. As always, yourgenerosity is appreciated. Thank you from Troop 570
ANNUAL MEN’S WEEKEND RETREATBeginning on Fri eve 1/15 - Sun 1/17, please joinmen from our parish family for a retreat at LoyolaRetreat House in Morristown. It will offer you a
time to relax, reflect and get a fresh start for the newyear.For more info, please contact John Hendricks at 973-386-0291 or Brian O’Toole at 973-884-1510.
MARION HOME PILGRIMAGE PROGRAM
Have you signed up yet for our Marion HomePilgrimage Program? We began our program onthe Feast of the Immaculate Conception 3 years
ago and we will still be continuing it. What better way tocelebrate the New Year than be journeying through it withour Blessed Mother. There is a sign up sheet on thebulletin board at the back of Church. We encourage andinvite each family to sign up for a week to bring OurBlessed Mother into your home. You will pick up Maryafter the 11AM Mass and return her the following weekbefore the 5:30 PM Mass. During the week that Maryspends with in your home, take the time to deepen yourrelationship with Jesus through his Blessed Mother. Praythe rosary together as a family, place a prayer request inthe prayer journal and be drawn closer to our Lord and hisBlessed Mother. Keep a rosary, scapular and pamphlet sothat you can continue your journey with Mary, especiallyas we celebrate this Jubilee Year of Mercy.
2016 SPRING CALENDAR RAFFLE We are in need of volunteers to help stuffenvelopes so we can mail the 2016 SpringCalendar Raffle tickets to OLM
Parishioners. We will meet on Thurs Jan 14th from 7-9PMat the Ministry House (white house directly across from theChapel). If you can help or would like more info, pleasecontact Dick Larkin at: 973-292-0760. Thank you.
ROSES FOR LIFEOn January 23d and 24th The Elizabeth Ann SetonCouncil Knights of Columbus will be having theirannual Roses for Life Drive at all the masses of OurLady of Mercy Church. This drive will be helpingsupport the programs at Birth Haven of Newton and
Several Sources Shelters, two organizations that providetransitional housing and all appropriate support servicesincluding medical for young pregnant women. These youngdistressed pregnant mothers are made to feel wanted and lovedand are supported in a loving caring environment. These youngwomen often have nowhere else to turn to and these twoorganizations provide the help and emotional support needed.The little Rose appliqué we hand out symbolizes our support forLife in all of its stages and our carrying out of Jesus’ admonitionto “take care of the little ones”. So as you leave church on thosedays please help support the Knights of Columbus in this veryworthy cause and may God Bless you for all of your prayers andgenerosity. Please make any checks payable to K of C #6904.Yours in Christ, Elizabeth Ann Seton Council Knights ofColumbus #6904.
43rd MARCH FOR LIFEThis year the 43rd March for Life will be held onFri Jan 22nd in Washington DC. We want tomake sure that our pro-life pilgrimage to our
nation’s capital has maximum impact on our elected leaders;and that our marchers have an opportunity to visit with theCongressional delegations in order to press our pro-lifemessage. Please plan on attending. Your presence, in growingnumbers every year, is the best way to draw attention to thelegacy of Roe vs Wade, and to persuade our leaders toeradicate it from America’s future. (Notre Dame will have a busfor anyone interested in participating. It will leave at 6AM andreturn approx 9:30PM. Fee is $5. For more info or to registerplease call Rosa Fanelli at 973-428-8304)
NJ RIGHT TO LIFENJ Right to Life invites all to attend the 43rd
Anniversary of the Roe vs Wade U.S. SupremeCourt Decision at the State House Steps of theNJ Capital in Trenton on Fri1/22 from 11AM -1PM. Please do not bring signs. Signs will be
provided. For more info, please call 732-562-0562 or [email protected]
NATIONAL SLAVERY AND HUMAN TRAFFICKING
AWARENESS MONTHWomen, men and children in the U.S. andaround the world are subjected to forced labor,domestic servitude and the sex trade at thehands of human traffickers. U.S. CatholicSisters are working together to end this crime.Ending slavery is EVERYONE’S work!
For more info go to: www.sistersagainsttrafficking.org.
ST. PAUL INSIDE THE WALLSReasons to Believe: Why the Catholic FaithMakes Sense: Come here what Catholics believe,why Catholics believe it and how it makes sense
in today’s world. Presented by Fr. Derek Andreson on Sat Jan16 10AM - 12 Noon. Catholicism from Scratch: Adam’sApple (Humanity, Sin and Grace) A course in basicCatholicism for those who need a brush-up, those who missed itthe first time around or those who never heard it before.Presented by Fr. Paul Manning on Jan 23 10AM - 12 Noon. Formore info contact Pat Terranella 973-437-9741 or go directly tothe website www.insidethewalls.org
