CYCLE B MARCH 28, 2021 St. Andrew the Apostle 27 KRESSON-GIBBSBORO ROAD • GIBBSBORO NJ 08026 ( 856)-784-3878 - VISIT US ONLINE - www.ChurchofStAndrews.org St. Andrew the Apostle WELCOME TO THE CHURCH OF A SPECIAL SACRIFICE FOR THE LORD Please join us in tracing the footsteps of our Lord as we celebrate the Holiest days of our liturgical year. You are invited to make a spiritual retreat by aƩending the liturgies of Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and the Easter Vigil. Please consider making the special sacrifice for the Lord for all the good He has done for you. THE SACRED TRIDUUM CelebraƟng Christ crucified, buried, and risen! Holy Thursday –April 1, 2021 7:00 PM - Mass of The Lord’s Supper Good Friday – April 2, 2021 3:00PM (Passion Service) 7:30 PM StaƟons of the Cross (Tenebrae) Holy Saturday – April 3, 2021 9:00 AM – Morning Prayer & Blessing of Baskets 9:15 AM – Children’s Easter Egg Hunt 8:00 PM—Easter Vigil EASTER SUNDAY MASSES – April 4, 2021 8:00 AM Mass 9:30 AM Mass 11:00 AM Mass We request that you register for Easter Triduum Services and Easter Masses by visiƟng our parish web- site and clicking on this image. The system will allow you to print a registraƟon confir- maƟon. Please bring that with you to Mass. If you have difficulty prinƟng out a registraƟon confirmaƟon, please call the parish office at (856) 784 -3878. Please note: RegistraƟon Forms will ONLY be honored up to 15 minutes prior to the Start Ɵme of Mass. AŌer that, the doors will be opened to the General Public, and RegistraƟon Forms will no longer be honored. Thank you, Msgr. Marucci
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CYCLE B MARCH 28, 2021
St. Andrew the Apostle
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( 856)-784-3878 - VISIT US ONLINE -www.ChurchofStAndrews.org
WELCOME TO THE CHURCH OF
St. Andrew the Apostle WELCOME TO THE CHURCH OF
A SPECIAL SACRIFICE FOR THE LORD Please join us in tracing the footsteps of our Lord as we celebrate the Holiest days of our liturgical year. You are invited to make a spiritual retreat by a ending the liturgies of Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and the Easter Vigil. Please consider making the special sacrifice for the Lord for all the good He has done for you.
THE SACRED TRIDUUM
Celebra ng Christ crucified, buried, and risen!
Holy Thursday –April 1, 2021 7:00 PM - Mass of The Lord’s Supper
Good Friday – April 2, 2021
3:00PM (Passion Service) 7:30 PM Sta ons of the Cross (Tenebrae)
Holy Saturday – April 3, 2021
9:00 AM – Morning Prayer & Blessing of Baskets 9:15 AM – Children’s Easter Egg Hunt
8:00 PM—Easter Vigil
EASTER SUNDAY MASSES – April 4, 2021
8:00 AM Mass 9:30 AM Mass
11:00 AM Mass
We request that you register for Easter Triduum Services and Easter Masses by visi ng our parish web-site and clicking on this image.
The system will allow you to print a registra on confir-ma on. Please bring that with you to Mass. If you have difficulty prin ng out a registra on confirma on, please call the parish office at (856) 784 -3878. Please note: Registra on Forms will ONLY be honored up to 15 minutes prior to the Start me of Mass. A er that, the doors will be opened to the General Public, and Registra on Forms will no longer be honored. Thank you, Msgr. Marucci
From the Pastor’s Desk
Did you know?
The me between Passion (Palm) Sunday through Holy Saturday.
For the past few weeks, I kept telling myself, “I can’t believe that Easter is a few weeks away.” People all around me kept saying the same thing. Lent has passed by quickly, and this weekend we celebrate Palm Sunday. It has been a year since the pandemic became public. Where did the me go? Perhaps the pandemic reminds us to make me for essen al things because me goes by too fast. And, making
me for Jesus during Holy Week is indeed an important thing.
Passion Sunday, formerly called Palm Sunday, marks the start of Holy Week by recalling Christ’s triumphal entry into Jerusalem at the beginning of the last week of his life. A procession and other ceremonies commemora ng the event were held in Jerusalem from the fourth century and were adopted by Rome by the ninth century. At that me, the blessing of palms for the occasion was introduced. Later, in the Middle Ages, a wooden statue of Christ si ng on a donkey, the whole image on wheels, was drawn in the center of the procession. These statues, known as Palmesel or “Palm Donkey,” may s ll be seen in museums in European ci es. In past years, full liturgical observance included the blessing of palms and a procession before the Mass. The Passion- by Ma hew, Mark, or Luke, depending on the year- is read during the Mass of this Sunday. This year, because of the pandemic, we will adapt the ritual to
keep everyone safe but commemorate its importance in other ways. In most countries, genuine palms are una ainable for Passion Sunday, so various other branches are used.
Centuries ago, not only branches but flowers were blessed, and in some countries, the day is called “Flower Sunday.” In La n countries and the United States, palm leaves are o en shaped into li le crosses or other symbolic designs. The faithful reverently keep these in their homes during the year. This custom was originated by a sugges on in the ceremonial book for bishops that “li le crosses of palm be a ached to the boughs wherever genuine palms are not available in sufficient quan ty.”
Holy Thursday, or Maundy Thursday, commemorates the ins tu on of the sacraments of Eucharist and holy orders and
features a foot-washing rite that commemorates Christ’s washing of the feet of the Apostles at the Last Supper. Although this ritual cannot be done this year, we will focus on the gi of the Eucharist, the call to service, and the gi of the priesthood. The term “Maundy” is derived from the La n word mandatum and describes the great commandment of the Lord: “Love one another as I have loved you.” Following the Mass on Holy Thursday, there will be a short procession of the Blessed Sacrament by the ministers to repose the Blessed Sacrament for adora on by the faithful. A er the Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday, the altar will be stripped, and all decora ons except those at the repository shrine will be removed. This ac on symbolizes the body of Christ, which was stripped of its garments. From the La n for “three days,” the Triduum con nues un l Vespers (evening prayer) on Easter Sunday. The period recalls Christ’s ins tu on of the sacraments of Eucharist and holy orders, his Passion and death, and his triumphant resurrec on from the dead. Good Friday commemorates the Passion and death of Christ. The liturgy includes the reading of the Passion according to John, special
prayers for the Church, for an end to the pandemic, for civil rulers and for people of all ranks, the venera on of the cross, and a Communion service. The celebra on occurs in the a ernoon, at three o’clock, the hour that Christ is believed to have died on the cross. The Communion service, held in place of the sacrifice of the Mass, is known as the “Mass of the Presanc fied.” Good Friday has been celebrated from the earliest centuries as a day of mourning, fas ng, and prayer. A er the solemn ceremonies of Good Friday are concluded, the altar is stripped again, the tabernacle is le open, no lights are le burning in the sanctuary, and only the crucifix takes the place of honor in front of the empty tabernacle. On this day, the cross is venerated by genuflec on rather than a bow. A special version of the Sta ons of the Cross will be celebrated at 7:30 PM.
On Holy Saturday, the Sacrifice of the Mass is not celebrated, and Holy Communion may be given to those in danger of death. Tradi onally, Holy Saturday has been a me of preparing at home for the Easter celebra on. The Mass is not celebrated un l the sun sets and the great Easter Vigil begins, the most solemn Mass of the liturgical year.
Since at least the fourth century, Chris anity has marked Holy Week. A er the me of the persecu ons, Chris an emperors of both the East and West issued various decrees forbidding amusements and games. They directed that these days were spent free from worldly occupa ons and en rely devoted to religious exercises. Pardons were granted to those in prison, and many charges in court were dropped in honor of Christ’s Passion.
In the Middle Ages, all secular business was prohibited, and the me was spent in recollec on and prayer. O en, kings and rulers secluded themselves in monasteries. During some eras, no servile work was allowed during the Triduum, and the faithful were to be present at all liturgies. In 1642, Pope Urban VIII, because of the changing condi ons of social life, rescinded this obliga on.
We are working steadily towards achieving our Parish goal of $225,000. Your contribu ons are truly appreciated and valued at this me of great need due to the economic and social impact of the pandemic. We realize that your financial and family situa on are likely to be adversely affected as well which makes your giving truly an act of love. We s ll have some way to go. If you would like to contribute to the House of Charity, you can visit their webpage— h ps://www.camdendiocese.org/hoc/. It lists different methods of sending dona ons. Your help is certainly more deeply felt and will make a change to your brother or sister in need. 10% of the funds collected up to our goal will remain at St. Andrew’s, and 75% of the funds collected over the goal will remain in our parish for local use. Visit the diocese’s website to learn more about the impact of your gi — h ps://www.camdendiocese.org/hoc/about-the-appeal/
Your kindness and generosity create a ripple effect of love. Thank you for giving from the heart.
From the Pastor’s Desk
Mass and Worship
INTRODUCTORY RITES Gree ng In the Name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. And with your spirit Peniten al Act I confess to almighty God and to you, my brothers and sister, that I have greatly sinned, in my thoughts and in my words, in what I have done and in what I 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 Kyrie eleison Christe eleison Kyrie eleison
First Reading Isaiah 50: 4-7 A reading from the Prophet Isaiah The Lord GOD has given me a well-trained tongue, that I might know how to speak to the weary a word that will rouse them. Morning a er morning he opens my ear that I may hear; and I have not rebelled, have not turned back. I gave my back to those who beat me, my cheeks to those who plucked my beard; my face I did not shield from buffets and spi ng. The Lord GOD is my help, therefore I am not disgraced; I have set my face like flint, knowing that I shall not be put to shame. The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 22 R. My God, my God, why have you abandoned me?
All who see me scoff at me; they mock me with parted lips, they wag their heads: “He relied on the LORD; let him deliver him, let him rescue him, if he loves him.” R.
Indeed, many dogs surround me, a pack of evildoers closes in upon me; They have pierced my hands and my feet; I can count all my bones. R.
They divide my garments among them, and for my vesture they cast lots. But you, O LORD, be not far from me; O my help, hasten to aid me. R.
I will proclaim your name to my brethren; in the midst of the assembly I will praise you: “You who fear the LORD, praise him; all you descendants of Jacob, give glory to him; revere him, all you descendants of Israel!” R. Second Reading Philippians 2: 6-11 A reading from Paul’s le er to the Philippians Christ Jesus, though he was in the form of God, did not regard equality with God something to be grasped. Rather, he emp ed himself, taking the form of a slave, coming in human likeness; and found human in appearance, he humbled himself, becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross. Because of this, God greatly exalted him and bestowed on him the name which is
Mass and Worship above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bend, of those in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. Gospel Acclama on R. Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ. Christ became obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross. Because of this, God greatly exalted him and bestowed on him the name which is above every name. R. Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ. Gospel Mark 14:1—15:47 The Lord be with you. And with your spirit. The Passion of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Mark. Glory to You, O Lord. (see worship aide for a complete set of readings)
LITURGY OF THE EUCHARIST Pray, brethren, that our sacrifice… 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, they 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 to tempta on, but deliver us from evil. Deliver us, Lord… 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, miserere nobis, miserere nobis. (repeat) Lamb of God you take away the sins of the world, dona nobis pacem, dona nobis pacem. Communion Behold the Lamb of God...
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 Sending Hymn
P S . J
O dearest St. Joseph, I consecrate myself to thy honor and give myself to thee, that thou mayest always be my father, my protector, and my guide in the way of salva on. Obtain for me a great purity of heart and a fervent love of the interior life. A er thine example, may I do all my ac ons for the greater glory of God, in union with the Divine Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary! And do thou, O Blessed St. Joseph, pray for me that I may share in the peace and joy of thy holy death. Amen.
A S C My Jesus, I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament. I love You above all things, and I desire to receive You into my soul. Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be separated from You. Amen.
Mass and Worship A FRESH PERSPECTIVE ON THE SUNDAY READINGS
HIS WORD TODAY by Rev. William J. Reilly Most Holy Name Catholic Church, Garfield, NJ
“Even though I should have to die with you I will not deny you. And they all spoke similarly. Then they came to a place called Gethsemane, and he said to his disciples, ‘Sit here while I pray.’ He took with him Peter, James and John, and began to be troubled and distressed. Then he said to them, ‘My soul is sorrowful even to death. Remain here and keep watch.’ He advanced a li le and fell to the ground and prayed.”
Following the last supper, we join the three disciples and Jesus in the garden. We hear His prayer as the apostles fall asleep. The hurt of the betrayal, soon to be followed by the denial filled the heart of Jesus. We are present to support and console Him. Yet all which takes place is to comfort, console and save us. We move from sorrow to gra tude for what the Lord did and does for us today. The Christ who suffered for us, suffers in His peo-ple today. May we find comfort, but also act to ease the hurts of others near and far. Jesus, save us.
Sunday Mk 11:1-10 or Jn 12:12-16; Is 50:4-7; Phil 2:6-11; Mk 14:1-15:47 or 15:1-39 Monday Is 42:1-7; Jn 12:1-11 Tuesday Is 49:1-6; Jn 13:21-33, 36-38 Wednesday Is 50:4-9a; Mt 26:14-25 Thursday Chrism Mass: Is 61:1-3a, 6a, 8b-9; Rv 1:5-8; Lk 4:16-21 Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper: Ex 12:1-8, 11-14; 1 Cor 11:23-26; Jn 13:1-15 First Friday Is 52:13-53:12; Heb 4:14-16, 5:7-9; Jn 18:1-19:42 First Saturday Easter Vigil: Gn 1:1-2:2 or 1:1, 26-31a; Gn 22:1-18 or 22:1-2, 9a, 10-13, 15-18; Ex 14:15-15:1; Is 54:5-14; Is 55:1-11; Bar 3:9-15, 32-4:4; Ez 36:16-17a, 18-28; Rom 6:3-11; Mk 16:1-7
Join us for Our Virtual Family Rosary!
Msgr. Marucci is invi ng you and your family to pray the Hail Mary and record it on video! We’re asking for 50 families to make a video of praying the Hail Mary. Ideally, the video should be filmed in front of an image of the Blessed Mother (either inside or outside). Please contact Jim Hemschoot at [email protected] if you would like to be a part of our Virtual Family Rosary!
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SATURDAY, March 27, 2021 8:00AM + John Mockus r/b Jim & Rita White 4:00PM + EG & Marie Kutty Peter r/b Annie Peter + Kathy Risley r/b John, Jess, Juliette, Jillian Karesh SUNDAY, March 28, 2021 8:00AM + Marie Makley r/b Legion of Mary 10:00AM + Blair Wright r/b The Dawson Family + Megdonio DeVera r/b Gwen DeVera + Johanne Gatta r/b her loving family MONDAY, March 29, 2021 8:00AM + Marie Makley r/b Richard & Dunia Minnium + Margaret Carbonaro r/b Carol Antonelli TUESDAY, March 30, 2021 8:00AM PRO POPULO WEDNESDAY, March 31, 2021 8:00AM + Stanley Olewinski r/b your loving family + John Ottenthal r/b Edward Ottenthal HOLY THURSDAY, Apr 1, 2021 GOOD FRIDAY, April 2, 2021 BLACK SATURDAY, April 3, 2021 EASTER SUNDAY, April 4, 2021 8:00AM PRO POPULO 10:00AM PRO POPULO + Deceased L Living
EASTER SUNDAY APRIL 4 PRESIDER SCHEDULE
8:00 AM Fr. Victorino Coronado 9:30 AM Fr. Michael Rush 11:00AM Msgr. Louis Marucci
(Schedule subject to change)
“TO EVERYTHING THERE IS A SEASON AND A TIME FOR EVERY PURPOSE UNDER HEAVEN . . .
Terri Sweeney Robert Fagan, Jr Kim Simone Joan Geier William Robbins Randy Goldy Mila Bravo Gloria Preuitera Declan Laner Francine Guarino Andrew Urbiztondo Lore a Lipp John Lopinski Brian Horton Dena Miller Sanja Masterson Michael Masterson Nicole Antonelli Alyssa James Licia Boccaforno Eleanor Campanaro Edward Troncone Kirk Tang Lece a Brown Linda Fox Julio Pastrano Carmella Saba n Lawrence Hill Visitacion Urbiztondo Cheryl Kline
Janet Lassby Brian Horton Mary Bauman-Soards Ma McCloskey Jane Mooney Bob Freer Carmella Arme a Luke McShane Carol Antonelli Ed Keefer Nick Smyth Ray McCausland Joseph Caruso & Son Caddie Alfonso Mae Alfonso Do e DiMa a Ma hew Donatucci Linda St. Mar n John Fos k Linda Raymond Wilfredo Esteban Cecila Sarmiento Adelina Reyes Freda Reynolds Danielle Peters Debra Freeman Margie Gallo Dana Galiano
The S burns in honor of FIRST RESPONDERS r/b Parish Staff
The B M burns in honor of SAA CLERGY r/b all Parish Ministries
WEEK OF MARCH 28TH
A Time for Peace... 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 to Die . . .
All parishioners who have gone before us due to the COVID—19 pandemic.
Your Ministries at Work
WHAT OUR PALM BRANCHES REALLY MEAN
By Mary Marrocco, Catholic News Service
Now, at Palm Sunday, it’s me to be accounted for. It’s me to take up something. Our Lenten journey has been mainly hidden. We’ve been medita ng, praying, doing works of mercy in secret, fas ng in our own ways — trying, failing, trying again. Now it’s me to act, to take up palms and go out, as the people who welcomed Jesus did. They didn’t stay home and watch him on their newsfeed. They went into the streets, picked palm branches and met him singing Hosanna: “O save us!” Palm branches are reminiscent of victory parades. But more important, they point us to martyrdom, which means “witness.” We are asked to witness Christ, not only in inward hidden ways but also publicly with the way we live. For some, this witness is even unto death. The Cop c Chris ans who were beheaded in 2015 are painted holding palms in their hands, for they showed by their lives who Christ is. They met violence with love. They remind us that being Chris an is not just “all about me” and making myself a be er person — though it does allow and challenge me to become more God-like. Chris anity is also about be ering one’s world, laying down one’s life for others, and in this way following Christ. We see today the joy of le ng Christ in. He is welcomed with exultant joy and singing. How overjoyed we are to know God and to know that God loves us and will never disappear or give up on us. We can’t keep it in, so we have to go out to meet him waving green branches and singing to him. It’s so beau ful, so glorious, it bubbles to the surface and
overflows for the whole city to see. We are welcoming God! More astonishing s ll, we are welcoming humanity. The early Gospel commentators saw the donkeys as a symbol of Christ’s humanity, as with the donkey on which the good Samaritan placed the
wounded traveler. When we see Christ riding a donkey, we see God taking up humanity. Like the donkey, our humanity becomes a bearer of God. Christ enters into Jerusalem in a state of humility, because God enters the world carrying our humanity. Ul mately, then, rejec on of Jesus is not only rejec on of God, but also of humanity, for Christ is truly human as well as truly God. Why should we reject Jesus? Because it’s not easy to be with him. To enter Jerusalem on a donkey, as he did, is not glorious like entering on a fine horse or a jet airplane. Jesus’ donkey ride shows us that this is a journey of humility. It will make us a laughingstock. This journey will lead us through who we truly are as human beings. Along this path, we will find God even in those parts of us that are most frightened to let God in, most resistant to being changed, most inclined to cling to power and fight back. Today as we pick up our palms, we share our joy in Christ. At the same me, we pick up the cross. In the Byzan ne liturgy, as the people pick up the palms they sing: “Today we all take up your cross.” As the perilous journey ends and begins, let’s enter Holy Week together. Let’s risk accep ng the joy of welcoming both God and humanity. God will not disappear on us. He gives us the capacity to love, no ma er what. Let’s not be ashamed of him or of our humanness, but claim them. Let’s look for victory not in pomp and military might but by way of humility, powerlessness, love and forgiveness. Here is true joy. Here is the way to meet the early dawn of Easter Sunday. Let’s be unafraid to wave the palm. To pick up the cross. And to meet the new life that awaits.
S P I R I T U A L L I F E
Your Ministries at Work
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS SCHOLARSHIP The Knights of Columbus St. Jude Council #6551 (St. Andrew the Apostle, Gibbsboro, NJ) is accep ng submissions for the Mignogna Family Memorial Scholarship, a tui on scholarship of $1,000 to a student who is currently a ending a Catholic high school. The Candidates must submit an essay (up to 500 words) on any topic (e.g., the person you admire most, the person who has had a significant impact on your life, what steps you need to take to achieve your dream job, how you are a emp ng to become independent, how you would improve our Church or community, an event that has had a major impact on your life). Essays for these scholarships should be emailed to Steven Mignogna at [email protected] and must indicate the student’s name, grade level, school, parish, home address and telephone number. All essays must be received on or before May 31, 2021. The winner will be no fied in June.
LIFE TEENS UPCOMING ACTIVITY H
(YOUTH MINISTRY) When: Apr 3, 2021, Saturday Where: Salva on Army, Camden What: Deliver candies and baskets Who: LIFE Teens with the Outreach Ministry and whoever wants to help
Loving young people are just what our parish needs to respond to our brothers and sisters in joy and mercy. The LIFE teens are going to the Salva on Army in Camden on Sat, April 3rd at 1pm to help the Easter Bunny deliver candy and baskets to the children of the neighborhood. If you or someone you know would like to join, text Dan Maney @609 706 0981
For God so loved the world that He gave His only son—John 3:16
It’s Holy Week! To start off this sacred week, we will have a change in our schedule. On Tuesday, Dan Palmieri, from JMJ Missions, will join us with a talk on the Events of Holy Week. Please join us for this reflection as we begin our Holy Week journey! On Thursday, we will show a video on the Resurrection, performed by the youth of our parish last year, in pandemic style. It’s amazingly good! Then Jim will lead a discussion on the Triduum. We hope you will join us for this weeks events! Hope to see you in person soon! If you would like to join our zoom group, send an email to [email protected] and I will add you to the list.
Stay safe! See you soon Lots of love!
Your Ministries at Work I ’ C , !
Religion Classes are in Full Swing: Our In-person classes are on Monday at 5pm for grades 1-7. The Tues classes are Online at 5:00pm. Eighth Grade will con nue to meet online on Wednesdays at 5:00pm.
Home School classes are in full swing: These parents have taken on the task of teaching their own children under our supervision and guidance. In March, they will be teaching the Paschal Mystery, the Triduum and Holy Week, and the Resurrec on Accounts in the 4 Gospels.
CONFIRMATION: Eighth Grade classes meet on Wednesdays at 5pm. This year we are using a text that is very well known in Germany, but has not really taken hold in the U.S. It is based on the Youth Catechism (YOUCAT). We started with the existence of God, the Person Jesus, and are now working through the Holy Spirit, some mes called “The Great Unknown”. In fact, it is the Holy Spirit who helps us come to know the Triune God. Next we are focusing on Prayer.
EIGHTH GRADE SERVICE PROJECTS: CASSEROLES are again needed at St. Joseph’s House for the homeless. Each month a recipe will be available to those who commit to the Casserole Service Project. We will also let you know when they are due to be delivered to us at the Parish Center.
RCIA: ARE YOU AN ADULT WHO WOULD LIKE TO RECEIVE THE SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION, OR HOLY COMMUNION, OR ARE YOU SOMEONE WHO IS THINKING OF ENTERING THE CHURCH? We started online classes and discussion groups. Please contact Jim at [email protected] if you would like to “sit in” and see what it is all about, no pressure and no obliga on.
NEW PARENTS WANTING THEIR CHILDREN BAPTIZED Please contact Jim at [email protected]. We can get your required instruc on done via video conferencing and emails.
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MEMO TO: ALL PRIESTS, ALL PARISHES FROM: FATHER ROBERT HUGHES, V.G. RE: JACK CONNORS AND HEARTLAND HOSPICE
We have learned that Catholics in the care of a certain hospice agency have been connected with a minister who is a former priest of Camden Diocese, excommunicated by the Holy See for joining the Old Catholic Church. He ambiguously represents himself as a legitimate priest. While interacting with hospice chaplains of other religious is not a problem, you deserve to see a Catholic priest for the administration of the Sacraments. If you are ever unsure, ask the minister if he is a Catholic priest. Ambiguously names groups like the Old Catholic Church, the Polish Catholic Church, and others are not the same as the Catholic Church. Your parish priests are here to make sure you receive the spiritual care that you need. Call the parish office and please don’t wait until the last minute. If you become aware that Jack Connors is ministering in a parish or to parishioners, please contact the Chancery. Chancery Office, 631 Market St. Camden, NJ 08102 Tel: (856) 756-7900 or (856) 963-2655
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