May 22, 2016 Saint Mary`s Parish 17 Pompton Avenue Pompton

May 22, 2016 Saint Mary`s Parish 17 Pompton Avenue Pompton

Schedule for Masses
and Para-Liturgical Service (PLS)
Saint Mary’s Parish
17 Pompton Avenue
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
973-835-0374
MONDAY thru FRIDAY—7:30 AM (Church)
SATURDAY—9 AM (PLS) (Prayer Room)
Reconciliation—4:30 - 5:00 PM (Church)
www.stmarys-pompton.org
SATURDAY EVE VIGIL—5:00 PM, 7:00 PM (Church)
Welcome! We are a community of faith.
SUNDAY
7:30, 9:00, 10:30 AM, 12:00 Noon, 5:00 PM (Church)
9:00 AM—Spanish Mass (Downey Hall)
10:30 AM—Interpreted for hearing impaired (Church)
10:30 AM—Family Liturgy (Downey Hall)
May 22, 2016
The Most Holy Trinity
May 22, 2016
10 Minutes - Gospels on AFF website......5
Adult Faith - Deuteronomy......................5
Adult Faith - Isaiah .......................................5
Adult Faith Vision Videos.............................5
Annual Fund Campaign 2016......................9
A Taste of St. Mary’s Cookbook.................5
Baptisms.....................................................3
Carnival - 2016..........................................8
Clothing Drive...........................................5
Collection Update....................................14
Contact Us..................................................2
Daily Readings for the Week....................7
Deceased Names........................................3
Elementary Religious Education.............7
Eucharistic Celebrations..........................3
TO CONTACT US:
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Faith Direct................................................7
Hispanic Catholics -10 things to know.....12
Ignatian Spirituality Retreat....................9
Memorial Day Schedule...........................3
Memorial Vigil Lights...............................2
Military Personnel Names........................3
Ministerio Hispano de Santa María....10/12
Ministry News............................................8
New LGBT Ministry being formed.........9
Offering Cards -Bread & Wine...............3
Parish Pictures........................................13
Pathways Counseling Center...................9
Prayer Requests........................................3
RCIA......................................................................8
Rosary Devotion..................................................2
Spanish Ministry News..........................10/12
Special Needs Ministry News...................7
Stephen Ministry - Caregivers.................4
St. Mary’s School News............................7
Sunday Readings/Perspective................14
The Parish Store........................................9
The Pastor’s Desk.....................................4
The Trinity.................................................7
Trip - Christmas on Danube....................4
Vocations - Franciscan..............................6
Volunteer Interpreters Wanted..............12
Weddings....................................................3
Weekly Calendar.......................................2
Youth Ministry.............................................6
St. Mary’ Parish
17 Pompton Ave.
Pompton Lakes NJ 07442
FOOD PANTRY - Jerry Provost, Director. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.831.4442
[email protected]
HISPANIC MINISTRY - Milagros Anto . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.0374x703
[email protected]
Telephone:
973.835.0374
FAX:
973.835.8173
MUSIC MINISTRY - Craig & Dorothy Limey. . . . . . . . . 973.835.0374x158
Web Site: www.stmarys-pompton.org
[email protected]
E-mail: [email protected]
ACCOMPANIST - Carrie Stewart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.0374 x192
[email protected]
PASTOR - FR. FRANK SEVOLA, OFM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.0374x708
OUTREACH & GRANT DEVELOPMENT MINISTRY
[email protected]
Jacqueline M. Rose. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.513.3325
ASSISTANT TO THE PASTOR - Anne Silversey.................973.835.0374x145
[email protected]
[email protected]
R.C.I.A. - Stephen Kass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.879.3102 PAROCHIAL VICARS
[email protected]
Fr. Richard Husted, OFM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835-0374x710
SCHOOL - Carol La Salle, Principal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.2010
[email protected]
[email protected]
Fr. Joe Juracek, OFM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.0374x285
SOCIAL JUSTICE - Jacquelyn Schramm . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.0374x191
[email protected]
[email protected]
Fr. Gonzalo Torres, OFM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973-835-0374x702
SPIRITUAL DIRECTION
[email protected]
Beverly Joan Delleart, Certified Spiritual Dir . . . . . 973.835.0374x709
ADULT FAITH FORMATION - Fr. Joe Juracek, OFM . . 973.835.0374x285
[email protected] [email protected]
YOUTH MINISTRY - Jennifer Ferraioli. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.5594x103
CHRISTIAN CAREGIVING
[email protected]
Beverly Joan Delleart, Certified Spiritual Dir . . . . . 973.835.0374x113
Confirmation - Patricia Newton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.5594x160
[email protected]
[email protected]
Stephen Ministry, Journey with Cancer Ministry, Military Outreach
Religious Education 6,7,8 - Mary Ann Werner. . . . . . . 973.835.5594.161
[email protected]
DEACONS - Hal Clark, Thomas Kimak. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.0374 High School Youth Ministry - Michael Macalintal . . 973.835.5594x117
DISABILITIES MINISTRY - Marie Cioletti. . . . . . . . . . . . .973.835.7750x181
[email protected]
[email protected]
ELEMENTARY RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Alma Banta, Director. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.7750,x102
[email protected]
Debbie Borroto -Rel. Ed. Administrative Asst. . . . . . . . 973.835.7750x130
[email protected]
ELEMENTARY RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Alma Banta, Director. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.7750,x102
[email protected]
DATE/MINISTRY
­ .TIME PLACE
Debbie Borroto -Rel. Ed. Administrative Asst. . . . . . . . 973.835.7750x130
MON—May 23
[email protected]
Weekly Calendar
Rosary Devotion
Medical Assistance Program
ELL Classes
Church
Carnevale Center
Carnevale Center
on Mondays in church [Rosary brochures available.]
TUES—May 24
5:00 PM
7:00 PM
7:30 PM
“The rosary is the prayer which God, through His Church and Our Lady,
has recommended most insistently to us all as a road to and gateway of
salvation.”
Servant of God Lucia Dos Santos [from Rosary Gems]
JustFaith Centering Prayer
Secular Franciscans Meeting
7:00 PM
7:30 PM
Carnevale Center
Carnevale Center
9:45 AM
11:00AM
7:30 PM
Carnevale Center
Carnevale Center
Carnevale Center
Rosary Devotion—Please join us for the 5:00 PM Rosary
T
Memorial Vigil Lights
here is one Memorial Vigil Light available. The cost for
a vigil light is $100; it will stay lit for one year. If you are
interested in a vigil light in memory of a loved one, please stop
at the Parish Center and fill out a request form.
WED—May 25
Bible Study St. Mary’s Seniors
ELL Classes
THURS—May 26
Adult Education - Deuteronomy
Tai Chi
Presentation Trip to Europe
Lost Angels Support Group
Knights of Columbus Meeting
8:00 AM
8:30 AM
7:00 PM
7:00 PM
7:30 PM
Carnevale Center
Carnevale Center
Catherine Spina Hall
Carnevale Center
Carnevale Center
The Most Holy Trinity
May 22, 2016
Eucharistic Celebrations
Para-liturgical Services (PLS)
MONDAY
7:30 AM
May 23
L Fr. Charlie Miller, OFM
TUESDAY
7:30 AM
WEDNESDAY
7:30 AM
May 24
L Bernadette Shea
THURSDAY
7:30 AM
May 26
† Jacqueline Devonmille
† Ray Broglie FRIDAY
7:30 AM
May 27
† Norberto Visto, Sr.
† Prudencio Visto
SATURDAY
9:00 AM (PLS)
May 28
Special Intention
“...a time to be healed...”
May 25
† Bea Kurylchek
Please note: to add a loved one [relative or friend] to the prayer list,
please call the Parish Office at 973.835.0374 - names for healing
will be listed for 30 days.
“...a time to serve...”
7:00 PM
C-Fr. Gonzalo
Special Intention
SUNDAY
7:30 AM
C-Fr. Richard May 29
† Bill Rooney
9:00 AM C-Fr. Richard † Ronald Bandola, Elvira Budesheim † Paula Addice (10th Ann.)
† Mark A. Fram Martino
9:00 AM
Spanish Mass
C/H-Fr. Gonzalo
For the People of the Parish
† Ann Schwesinger † Maria Riotta
† Sylvia Vegas 10:30 AM
Family Liturgy
Downey Hall
C/H-Fr. Gonzalo
For the People of the Parish
12:00 PM
C-Fr. Frank
† Ralph Tarsitano † Deirdre O’Flaherty
5:00 PM
C-Fr. Frank
† Ray Cimera
“...a time to be born...”
Lyla Ruiz, Dorothy Agelis, Anna Harrell, Dalton Florio,
Addison Light, Ashley McKay, Carolyn Colucci
Gene Hiller, Gene Provost, Bill Scully, OFM, Jean Rettus, Nate & Charlie
Gardner, Phyllis Maloney, Tyler Yukow, Kathleen Frisco, Dawn Pettenger, Linda
Garachico, Charlene V., Sandy Vicale, Bella Polanco, Jennifer Casey, Jennifer Moran, Ann Robertshaw, Pam Johannesen, Kevin Bent, Jim Siniscalchi, Baby Ryan McGahran, Jason Mohl, Deborah Cadier, Sandra Torre, Ray
DeMoliner, Lucita Sullivan, Leonard Pugliese, Tim Jones, Tanya Martin, Judy
Haider, Grace McVey, Al Yuschik, Emily Oswald
May 28
† Vincent Ricci
C-Fr. Richard o everything there is a season and...
“...a time to love...”
SATURDAY
5:00 PM
C-Fr. Gonzalo
(Interpreted for the
Hearing Impaired)
T
Tara Darpino and Patrick McHugh
C-Celebrant — H-Homilist 10:30 AM
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Staff Sergeant James Sturla, Iraq — PFC Robert Gumney, US Army, Iraq
1st Lt. Joseph Ross, US Army, Iraq — Lt. Jessica T. Atterbury, US Navy, Afghanistan
Sean Brasel, US Marine, Iraq — Ryan Nicol, Paris Island, SC
Major Lawrence A. (Kip) Rainey, US Marine
PFC Mark Booe, US Army Iraq — PFC Joey Del Vecchio, NYC
Seaman Laura Shehadch, US Navy — Capt. Michael DeMarco, Iraq, 2nd Tour
PFC Henry Lindstrom, US Army Intelligence — Capt. Erin McCormack, Washington, DC
SO Andrew Charman, USN
Airman Jamie Lynn Clayton, US Airforce, Goodfellow AFB, TX
CPT James Hanke, Iraq — Cpl. Tim Taffin, US Marine, Iraq
PFC Nathan Hunt, US Marines, South Carolina
Kristie Atelek, Lakeland Air Force Base, Texas
CMCN Michael LeTennier, US Navy, Little Creek, VA
Joseph P. Roberts, MCS, 29 Palms, CA — PFC Sean Jennings, US Marine, Afghanistan
SPC Sean J. Carey, 10th Mountain Div., US Army, Afghanistan
Corp. Edmund Espanol, US Marine, Afghanistan
SGT Ryan Cronin, US Army, Ft. Riley, KS — SO Chris Sabatini, US Navy
SO Justin Bensinger, US Navy—LCpl. Devin Taranto, USMC
CSM Robert Hammerle, Army, Iraq — Sgt. Mark Ashley, USMC Afghanistan
LTJG Brian Schoenig, Riverine Squadron Three, Yorktown, VA
LCpl Michael Formisano III, US Marines, Afghanistan
LCpl Dylan Sylvestri, US Marines, Afghanistan
SSG Kevin Carey, 3rd Special Forces Group, Afghanistan
SPC Brian R. Sudol, 10th Mountain Div., US Army, Afghanistan
SPC Dean V. Lucas, US Army, Afghanistan — SO David Welsh, US Navy
SGT Ryan J. Heppel, US Marines, Camp Pendleton, CA
SGT Jeffrey L. Calzaretta, US Marines, CLamp Legeune, NC
LCpl Anthony Pellegrini, US Marines, Okinawa
SGT Tiffany Thumann, US Army, Ft. Drum, New York
HM Jaeson Henderson, US Navy, North Carolina
LCpl Steven John Martinelli, US Marines, Arizona
Major Daniel J. Ciccarelli, USMA, Faculty, West Point
2nd LT Lindsey Melia Combs, National Guard, PA
LCpl Brandon Shaffer, US Marines, Japan
LCpl Jake Shovlowsky, USMC, Germany
Cpl Justyn Shovlowsky, USMC, Camp Legeune, NC
“...a time to die...”
Ray Cimera
Memorial Day Schedule
T
here will be one mass on Memorial Day at 9 AM
in church. The Parish Office will be closed for the
Memorial Day holiday; in an emergency, please call
973.839.1975 for instructions.
O
ffering cards for the Bread and Wine for the
Liturgy of the Eucharist are available at the
Parish Office. These make wonderful remembrance
gifts; the suggested donation is $35.
The Most Holy Trinity
May 22, 2016
The Pastor’s Desk
Dear Friends,
May the Lord give you peace!
Although you will see me around today, I’ve been away all week
visiting my mom. I am very grateful to all of you who ask for her
and are praying for her. She is doing well and adjusting to life
without my dad. My mom has always been a positive and forwardthinking woman and that is a great gift and blessing for her these
days! Thanks again!
Last Saturday (May 14), we finished up all our First Communion
celebrations. I’d like to congratulate all our students who received
First Communion and I’d like to thank Alma Banta and all the
teachers who prepared our children. The celebrations were all
great!
We also celebrated Confirmation on April 29 and May 6.
Congratulations to all our youth who were confirmed and thanks to
Pat Newton, the Youth Ministry staff and all of our confirmation
coordinators and retreat team members who prepared our youth
for confirmation!
This is college graduation season and I know we have many college
graduates in the parish. Congratulations to all of you and best of
luck as you move on to the next chapter of your life. You will be
in our prayers.
Today we celebrate the Feast of the Holy Trinity. The Trinity is
all about an intimate relationship. It is the Great Mystery of Three
Persons in One God. The Holy Trinity, therefore, makes all our
relationships sacred. Our families and our friendships form the core
of our relationships, but there is so much more. Our relationship
with strangers, acquaintances, the Church and the entire world
must all be informed by the Holy Trinity. They must be mutual,
life giving and welcoming, just like the Holy Trinity. On this great
feast take some time to give thanks to God for your most intimate
and life-giving relationships. At the same time, take some time to
thank God for the relationships in your life that you don’t think
about very often. Finally, take some time to thank God for your
relationship with the Church and the world. Do all you can to make
them mutual, life giving and welcoming!
Thanks for a great week and best wishes for a great one to come!
Pace e Bene,
Fr. Frank Sevola, OFM, Pastor
Fr. Frank can be reached at [email protected]
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Christmas on the Danube with
Fr. Gonzalo
featuring a 6-night Danube River Cruise
Departure Date: November 27
9 Days • 19 Meals (7 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 7 Dinners)
Highlights: Vienna ● Passau ● Regensburg ● Nuremberg ●
Christmas Markets ● Rothenburg ● Würzburg
Rates Per Person
Double $3,549, Single $3,849
*Included in Price: Round Trip Airfare, Cruise, Air Taxes,
Hotel Transfers
For more information call Betty Houston, Cardinal Tours
973-835-0177 - [email protected]
Trip Presentation:
Thursday, May 26, at
7:00 PM at the Carnevale Center. If you book and
make your deposit the night of the presentation, you will
receive a $100 savings.
“THE BEFORE, DURING & AFTER PEOPLE”
Loneliness, homebound, chronic illness, financial difficulties,
role of a caregiver, living in a nursing home, aging issues,
relocation/moving transitions, marital/family struggles….all concerns
Stephen Ministers
Consolation care before/during/after the funeral,
downsizing/job loss,separation/divorce, health challenges…
Grief/Bereavement Care For All Life’s Losses
When you or a loved one are told “You have cancer…”
Journey With Cancer Ministers
For those deployed & their families
Military Outreach Ministers
Our caregivers have completed an extensive formation program and
commit to continuing education. They provide emotional and spiritual
support through confidential, one-to-one, same-gender care. They
are resourceful with referrals to professional/community resources.
Above all, they are faith-filled, compassionate, hopeful and
dedicated. OFFERED ON A NO-FEE BASIS
CALL TODAY: Beverly Delleart, Ministry Director, at
973.835.0374, ext. 113
Showing Christ by
Serving Others
“By this all men will know
that you are My disciples.”
John 13:35
The Most Holy Trinity
May 22, 2016
“A Taste of Saint Mary’s Cookbook!”
BOOKS AVAILABLE ONLY BY ORDERS
RECEIVED BY JULY 1!
Form & instructions available:
• Stop by the Parish office or
• www.stmarys-pompton.org click “Cookbook Orders”
• Payment by check, credit/debit card accepted.
$15 Price includes One(1) Cookbook and One(1) E-Book
RECIPES CAN BE SUBMITTED UNTIL
JUNE 15…IT’S EASY!
Form & instructions available:
• Stop by the Parish office or
• www.stmarys-pompton.org, click “Recipes Wanted
For New Cookbook”
Questions?? Call Elaine Gangeri 973.819.3539 or
Blake Pra Sisto 973.835.0937
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St. Mary’s School Presents
Our Semi-Annual Clothing Drive Fundraiser
Dates: Saturday — June 4, 4:30 PM -7:00 PM
Sunday — June 5, 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Place: St. Mary’s Parking Lot
Items may include:
Clothing (useable and wearable men’s, women’s & children’s)
Accessories (handbags, belts, scarves, ties, hats, etc.)
Shoes (bagged separately)
Soft Household Items (bedding, curtains, tablecloths, towels, etc.)
Bicycles and Hard Toys (Toys must be boxed separately)
PLEASE PLACE ALL YOUR ITEMS IN
PLASTIC GARBAGE BAGS
Clothes are NOT turned into rags.
Clothes are sent to South America,
Africa and Eastern Europe
“Like us” on Facebook!
C
GOT 10 MINUTES?
heck out our webpage [under Adult Faith Formation]
and learn about the Scriptures. These short videos
(under 10 minutes) explain the basic teachings of the
text. A new video will be up every week. Check it out!!
THE BOOK OF DEUTERONOMY
Presenter: Fr. Joe
Thursdays June 9, 16, 23, 30
8:00 - 9:30 AM in Carnevale Center Room 203/204
7:00 - 8:30 PM in Carnevale Center Room 101/102
VISION VIDEOS: Movie of the Week
E
ach week our Adult Faith Ministry will be listing videos
(with a Christian perspective) which will be available at
the Parish Office - videos can be borrowed for two nights - call
the Office to assure their availability. Second video:
Molokai, The Story of Father Damien
Presenter: Paul Sansone
Tuesdays, June 7, 14, 21, 28 at 7:00 PM in the
Carnevale Center Rooms 009 and 010
We will read and discuss some of the major passages in
the first part of Isaiah (Isaiah 1-39) to understand what his
message meant to the people of his own time and to the
earliest Christians, who re-read these prophecies as
illuminations of the life of Jesus.
The fourth-century biblical scholar Jerome said
Isaiah was not so much a prophet as an evangelist, because
he so clearly recounted the mysteries of Christ and the
Church that he seemed to be compiling a record of things
that have already taken place, rather than prophesying
about what was to come.
The Most Holy Trinity
May 22, 2016
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Contacts: 973.835.5594
Middle School Religious Education /Middle School:
Mary Ann Werner, ext. 161 [email protected]
Confirmation: Pat Newton, ext. 160 [email protected]
http://www.facebook.com/stmarysym
High School Youth Minister: Michael Macalintal, ext. 117
https://twitter.com/#!/stmarysym
INSTAGRAM: stmarysym
Director: Jennifer Ferraioli, ext. 103
[email protected]
[email protected]
To register for any youth ministry event or program, visit:
https://registration.stmarys-pompton.com/custom/?CFID=28322355&CFTOKEN=87570748
HOPE
Youth Band has rehearsal this Thursday in the Carnevale Center at 6 PM!
BRIDGES RUN will be on Wednesday night, May 25. Registration is live, so please be sure to sign up, for this is a smaller event!
For more information visit the YM HOPE webpage.
MIDDLE SCHOOL RELIGIOUS ED
8 grade Summer Registration There are spots available
th
for the 2nd week, July 5-8, for those children who will be entering
8th grade in September. Questions? Contact Mary Ann Werner.
6th & 7th Grade Religious Education Registration – opens
on June 6 for those entering the 6th or 7th grade in September. 6th
grade session is September 11/12 to December 11/12 and 7th grade
session is January 8/9 to April 9, 2017.
8th grade Leader Meeting – Monday, June 6, 7-9 PM in the
Carnevale Center, Room 101/102. Please make every effort to
attend.
CONFIRMATION
T
he Youth Ministry sends out a huge THANK YOU to
Bishop Marconi, Father Frank, the Friars, the Music
Ministry, the Knights of Columbus, the catechists, the retreat
team and the family and friends of our 2016 Confirmation
candidates. It is the work and blessings of the entire parish
that make the Confirmation program and ceremony possible
and we thank you for all you do!
ATTENTION PHASE 1 CANDIDATES!
Remember your report due dates:
• Confirmation Name and Sponsor Selection report was due May 15.
• Formation Journal reports are due June 6.
• REMEMBER you will not be able to register for Phase 2 of
Confirmation if all your Phase 1 requirements are not reported.
ATTENTION CURRENT 8TH GRADERS: Will you be starting
your freshman year of high school in September 2016? Are you
interested in celebrating the sacrament of Confirmation? You and
a parent/guardian are invited to St. Mary’s Confirmation Orientation
being held tonight Sunday, May 22, at 7:00 PM in Downey Hall.
Information about the Confirmation program, requirements and
registration will be presented at this meeting.
HIGH SCHOOL
Movie Night is Wednesday, May 25, in the Youth Center at
7:00 PM.
We still have spots open on our summer service projects to
Mt. Iranaeus and St. Francis Inn. Please contact Mike if you are
interested in joining and taking advantage of this wonderful opportunity!
Our final Youth Mass of the year will be on June 5, 5:00 PM.
Our Antioch Retreat will be held on July 22-24, and will
take place on campus! This is open to all high school students;
registration will begin on June 6.
The Most Holy Trinity
May 22, 2016
Elementary Religious Education
Grades 1-5
Hours: Monday through Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Closed Friday
“LET’S START HEAVEN HERE”
For detailed information about Grades 1 through 5,
please go to stmarys-pompton.org (under Ministries - Religious
Education)
Attention! 4th Grade CCD Parents!
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St. Mary’s School News
Five of our seventh grade students were invited to attend the
Paramus Catholic High School Leadership Conference
on May 12. The Conference offers students the opportunity
to interact with student leaders from other schools as well
as Ambassadors from Paramus Catholic. The day consisted of small
group workshops, lunch and a general session. Congratulations to:
Katie Nixon, Savannah Susen, Jenna Tedeschi, Zachary Heske and
Matthew Luehs.
Carol La Salle, Principal
St. Mary’s Grade 5 Peace Camp is part of our 5th Grade Religious
Education program (one week of Peace Camp for students entering
5th Grade in September, 2016)
Each Peace Camp is Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
(except July 4) - Peace Camp dates for Grade 4 are:
Monday, June 27 - Friday, July 1
Tuesday, July 5 - Friday, July 8 (till 4:00 PM)
Monday, July 18 - Friday, July 22
Monday, July 25 - Friday, July 29
Camps are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
We are in need of adults to act as individual group facilitators;
for questions or to volunteer, please call 973.835.7750.
Special Needs Ministry News
Needed! Special Needs Volunteer!
St. Mary’s Special Needs Ministry is in search of a Fundraiser
Coordinator for its annual Giants/Jets Raffle.
This is the ONLY fundraiser for this ministry which serves our most
vulnerable ones. Please call Marie Cioletti, Special Needs Director,
973.628.8473 or email: [email protected]
TRINITY
W
e begin every Sunday Liturgy with the sign of
the cross: "In the name of the Father and of
the Son and of the Holy Spirit." Often the gesture we
make with those words becomes rote, even meaningless
because we do it so automatically. Yet, this gesture is
one of the most basic and profound signs of our faith.
The gesture of crossing ourselves not only praises the
Trinity but makes a powerful statement about who we
are. How carefully do we make the sign? How aware
are we of the implications of "signing" ourselves? This
gesture could be so much more powerful if it were done
with attention and reverence. Since today is Trinity
Sunday, perhaps we should make a special effort at
signing ourselves with attention and devotion. Instead
of trying to "explain" the Trinity, we might take more
care at expressing our belief by the way we make the
sign of the cross.
Fr. Richard, OFM
Together we can change peoples lives!
Daily Readings for the Week
T
o enroll in FaithDirect , either go to www.faithdirect.net, call 866.507.8757 [St. Mary’s Code is
NJ 23] or mail an enrollment form [available in the Parish Office].
Thank you for your support!
The Most Holy Trinity
Sunday: Prv 8:22-31; Rom 5:1-5; Jn 16:12-15
Monday: 1 Pt 1:3-9; Mk 10:17-27
Tuesday: 1 Pt 1:10-16; Mk 10:28-31
Wednesday: 1 Pt 1:18-25; Mk 10:32-45
Thursday: 1 Pt 2:2-5, 9-12; Mk 10:46-52
Friday: 1 Pt 4:7-13; Mk 11:11-26
Saturday: Jude 17, 20b-25; Mk 11:27-33
The Most Holy Trinity
May 22, 2016
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Ministry News
Food Pantry News
We appreciate your generous contributions of food,
supermarket gift cards and checks for the Food Pantry;
as always, we thank you all - you are truly a blessing to
this ministry!
W
e can use paper and re-usable grocery bags (for
the time being we have plenty of plastic bags).
What’s Needed Now—Parmalot Shelf Milk (2% & whole),
Shampoo, Deodorant, Bar Soap, Dish Detergent.
Targeted Drive—June 11-12—Juice Packs, 64-oz Juice,
Parmalot Shelf Milki (2% & whole), Tea, Vegetable Oil, Pasta
& Rice Sides.
Please Note—The Targeted Food Drive is held on the 2nd
Sunday of each month; the box truck, manned by the Boy
Scouts, will be parked in the parking lot for your donations.
Please note: when donating food, check the expiration
dates; we cannot accept expired food.
RCIA
A
re you searching for a church to call your own? Know any
adults who might be interested in joining our Franciscan
Community?
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the
process by which adults are formally received into the Roman
Catholic Church, a process by which those who were never
baptized, were baptized in another Christian tradition or
Catholics who never received Confirmation or Eucharist can
complete the Sacraments of Initiation. This is a wonderful
opportunity to come together in a small group to learn more
about our faith.
For more information, please contact Keith Orotosky,
973.476.44398 or [email protected]
Outreach—We
will be accepting your loose change—no
bills—next weekend [May 28-29]; proceeds from this monthly
collection will benefit our Outreach Program.
Can you Help?—Church dusting and polishing (no
heavy-duty work)—Your help is needed for this important
ministry; it takes only about 1 1/2 hours every three weeks
on Wednesday mornings. Please call the Parish Office
[973.835.0374] and leave your name and phone number if you can help.
2016 Carnival!
July 11-16, 7-11 PM
Become a Lay Franciscan—Men and women of St.
Mary’s
fraternity of seculars meet once a month in the Carnevale
Center. All are welcome!
For further information, email Patrick Hanley at pathanley@
verizon.net or visit http://www.ourladyoftheangelsregion.org/
Lost Angels Bereavement Support Group—Our
next
gathering will be Thursday, May 26, at 7:00 PM in the Carnevale Center. For more information, please contact Donna Andelora
at [email protected] or 973.713.9962.
Prayer Shawls Available—Anyone
interested
in a prayer shawl for a special need [to celebrate
joyous occasions, to console those in need, to
give hope or to comfort], please contact the
Parish Office at 973.835.0374.
Carnival time is coming!
It won't be long before the carnival “comes to town”!
St. Mary's will be transformed into a wonderful site for
FUN, FOOD and FAMILY entertainment.
More than any other parish event, the Carnival requires scores
of volunteers generously donating their time and labor.
Whether you have worked at the carnival for years
or you are new to the ministry,
WE NEED YOU!
Please consider coming out to help out, have fun and meet
new friends. Sign up here!
http://www.stmarys-pompton.org/Ministry/Home%20
Pages-620-Carnival/
Questions? Contact: [email protected] or
[email protected]
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May 22, 2016
New Ministry to be Formed!
LGBT Ministry at St. Mary’s
T
he goal of this ministry is for LGBT people of faith
to explore their spirituality and share their experience,
strength and hope with one another. It will actively provide
and promote faith opportunities to build a community for
those who have experienced spiritual disconnection.
The LGBT Ministry is inspired to action by the charism
of St. Francis of Assisi to welcome, worship and witness.
Please join us on Saturday, June 25, 7:00 PM, Rooms
101/102 at the Carnevale Center for information. Let us
know if you plan to join us by emailing Roy Corson at
[email protected]. We look forward to meeting you!
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Pathways Counseling Center, Inc.
973.835.6337
Dr. Pamela Hall, Clinical Director
Office Phone: 732.826.1231
Carol Kemmerer
Email: [email protected]
Gary V. Cupo, Board of Trustees Vice President
Pathways Counseling Center: 16 Pompton Avenue
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
Website: www.pathwayscounseling.org
Fax: 973.616.4688
“Like us” on Facebook!
Licensed Professional Counselors and
Licensed Clinical Social Workers Wanted
Pathway’s Counseling Center is hiring Licensed Professional
The Ministry of Spiritual Direction
Do you find yourself drawn during this “Year of Mercy”……
• Searching for a path to find more of God in your busy and
complex everyday life?
• Hungry to integrate your faith into your experiences, deepen
your prayer, discover graces and find inner peace?
• Looking for a new perspective on your life and a way to
transform your “ordinary routine” into a “personal retreat?”
Counselors and Licensed Clinical Social Workers. If you or
someone you know is looking for a rewarding opportunity to
work with children, individuals and families, please contact
Dr. Pam Hall, Psy.D, our Clinical Director, to discuss these
opportunities. Dr. Hall can be reached at 732.826.1231. Please
email all resumés to: [email protected]
Annual Fund Campaign
2016
Pray Serve Give
P
lease pray about your gift to St. Mary’s and realize it is more than a
gift; it is a commitment to the ongoing life of our parish.
The Spiritual Exercises
Created in the 16th Century By Saint Ignatius of Loyola
Catholic Retreat Experience in Ignatian (Jesuit) Spirituality
Nourishing Hearts For Over 500 Years!
• Discovering the unconditional, inviting Love & Boundless
Mercy of God
• Reflecting on the Person & Life of Jesus Christ & His Mission
• Connecting your experiences with the Passion & Death of Jesus
to deepen your commitment to Him & live compassionately
• Experiencing the Joy of the Resurrection as the foundation
of our lives
Life-giving, personal retreat adventure!
Compatible with all lifestyles, even busy, time-strapped schedules.
Flexible meeting times.
For information, call Beverly Delleart, Ignatian Spiritual
Director at 973.835.0374, ext. 709 at Saint Mary’s.
“Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam!” –Saint Ignatius Loyola
(All for the glory of God!)
Thank you very much! Fr. Frank Sevola, OFM
Want more information about the Annual Fund? http://www.
stmarys-pompton.org/cuteUploads/2016brochure.pdf
Give to the Annual Fund Here:
http://registration.stmarys-pompton.com/donation/
The Parish Store
Religious Articles & Gifts
326 Wanaque Ave., Pompton Lakes
973.835.0009
[email protected]
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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Ministerio Hispano de Santa María
Nuestros Líderes
Pastor: Padre Frank Sevola, ofm [email protected]
Directora del Ministerio Hispano: Milagros Anto 973.835.
0374, ext 703 o 201.841.0269 (lunes a viernes de 4 pm a 9 pm)
[email protected] Facebook:
Vicario para la pastoral hispana: Padre Gonzalo de Jesús TorresAcosta, ofm 973.835.0374, ext 702, [email protected].
Comité Hispano: Elkin & Gloria Vargas, Antonio & Guadalupe
Xochipa, Raul & Nubia Tamayo, Valentín León, Luz A. Quiñones,
Lourdes Huertas, Angelina Nuci, Josefina Soperanes, Cipriano
Oropeza, Elizabeth Ramírez, Judith Navarro, Isabel Soperanes,
Mauricio Soperanes, Carmen Lagunes, Aurora & Ramos Díaz,
Elvira Guerrero, Andrés & Digna Mesa, Belinda Orellano –
Rojas, Marissa Díaz, Daisy Moreno and Samuel Sánchez.
Búsquenos en Facebook:
Padre Gonzalo: Fray Gonzalo Torres OFM
Milagros Anto: Milagros Anto
Parroquia-Ministerio Hispano: Parroquia de Santa María_Pompton Lakes
Instagram: FRAYGONZALOTORRES
Twitter:
Gonzalo Torres OFM
Misa en Español
Los domingos a las 9:00AM en el Centro Carnevale (10 Lenox Ave,
Pompton Lakes, NJ). Durante el año celebramos varias eucaristías
en la iglesia principal. Algunas celebraciones son bilingües como
la Fiesta de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe, la Vigilia Pascual, y el
Día de Acción de Gracias (Thanksgiving)
22 DE MAYO 2016 – Solemnidad de la Santísima
Trinidad
“En aquel tiempo, Jesús dijo a sus discípulos: “Aún tengo
muchas cosas que decirles, pero todavía no las pueden
comprender. Pero cuando venga el Espíritu de la verdad, él los
irá guiando hasta la verdad plena, porque no hablará por su
cuenta, sino que dirá lo que haya oído y les anunciará las cosas
que van a suceder. El me glorificará, porque primero recibirá de
mí lo que les vaya comunicando. Todo lo que tiene el Padre es
mío. Por eso he dicho que tomará de lo mío y se lo comunicará
a ustedes”” Juan 16:12-15
Sintamos la mirada de Jesús, que nos habla del amor de Dios Padre
y nos recuerda la misión a la que nos envía el Espíritu Santo. Ojalá
Dios encuentre en nosotros una fe pronta y generosa
Bautismos en español
Requisitos: Certificado de Nacimiento del(a) niño(a), padrinos y asistir
a una clase antes de la celebración del Sacramento (padres y padrinos).
Las clases se dictan en el Centro Carnevale (10 Lenox Avenue, Pompton
Lakes, NJ, 07442). Información: Milagros Anto, o Padre Gonzalo. Si desea
bautizar su hijo(a) en inglés debe asistir a una clase y llamar a la secretaria
parroquial Claire Fagan 973.835.5841, ext 120.
Comunidades Franciscanas de Discernimiento en el
norte de Nueva Jersey
Los frailes franciscanos de la Provincia del Santo Nombre
invitamos a hombres solteros entre las edades de 21 a 45 años,
interesados en conocer más acerca de nuestra vida franciscana,
a que nos acompañen a orar y cenar en alguna de nuestras
fraternidades locales (Butler, Wood-Ridge, Paterson, Ringwood,
and Pompton Lakes). Para más información y reservación, por
favor comunicarse con nuestro Director Regional de Vocaciones
el Padre Gonzalo Torres, OFM [email protected] or
973-835-0374 (ext 702)
“La Provincia del Santo Nombre es una fraternidad evangélica
y misionera llamada a servir en el Este de los Estados Unidos y
en el extranjero. Arraigados en la tradición católica y franciscana,
somos discípulos de Cristo que buscamos llevar el Evangelio a
la experiencia diaria de todas las personas a través del testimonio
franciscano, la predicación popular, la enseñanza y el liderazgo
pastoral. Impulsamos el discipulado cristiano colaborando con
aquéllos a quienes servimos y solidarizándonos con todas las
personas, especialmente las alienadas, los inmigrantes y los pobres.”
Formación de Fe para Adultos (Adult Faith Formation
La justicia brota de la fe es un proceso de formación para hispanos
sobre el compromiso social y la íntima conexión entre la fe y el
amor hacia el prójimo. Esta obra promueve el desarrollo espiritual
de los que anhelan profundizar la práctica de su fe en un ambiente
tan desafiante como el de hoy y en el que somos llamados para la
Nueva Evangelización, como nos invita el Papa Francisco: “vayan
sin miedo a servir.” Los interesados deben inscribirse con el Padre
Gonzalo ([email protected] – 973.835.0374, ext 702).
Catequesis/Preparación para la Primera Comunión en español
Este programa consiste de 2 años de preparación de septiembre
a junio. Las clases son los martes a las 6:30 PM en el Centro
Carnevale (10 Lenox Avenue, Pompton Lakes, NJ, 07442).
Requisitos: Partida de Bautismo y tener entre 8 a 13 años de edad.
Nuestra directora es Angelina Nuci. Colabora como catequista
en este programa Esmeralda Vargas. Información: Milagros Anto, o
Angelina Nuci (973.866.8431) [email protected]. Si desea
que su hijo(a) se prepare en inglés debe comunicarse con la señora
Alma Banta, la Directora Parroquial de Educación Religiosa, al
tel 973.835.7750, ext 102 ([email protected]).
Visita y Sacramento de Unción de los Enfermos
Los enfermos necesitan ser acompañados por su familia. La
Iglesia es una Gran Familia. Permítanos organizar la visita
semanal, para acompañar, dialogar, escuchar, compartir un tiempo
con el enfermo o el adulto mayor que ya no puede venir solo a la
Eucaristía. Por favor comunicarse con Milagros Anto, el Padre
Gonzalo, o Elkin Vargas 973.557.5459, [email protected]
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Preparación para la Confirmación en español
Este programa consiste de 2 años de preparación de septiembre a
junio. Es un camino juvenil muy interesante y una oportunidad para
crecer en la Fe Católica. Requisitos: Partida de Bautismo, certeza
de que ha hecho la Primera Comunión, padrinos y estar cursando la
escuela secundaria. Las clases son los miércoles a las 6:30 PM en el
Centro Carnevale (10 Lenox Avenue, Pompton Lakes, NJ, 07442).
Nuestra directora es Milagros Anto. Colabora como catequista
Samuel Sánchez; ayudado por Kimberly Díaz, Belinda Orellano–
Rojas, Marissa Diaz, Luis y Erick Herrera, Oscar García y Cariño.
Información: Milagros Anto. Si desea que su hijo(a) se prepare para la
Confirmación en inglés debe comunicarse con la señora Pat Newton,
la Coordinadora Parroquial de Confirmación, at 973.835.5594 ext
160 ([email protected])
RICA
El Rito de Iniciación Cristiana para Adultos (RICA) es el proceso en
el cual los adultos se preparan para recibir los Sacramentos de Iniciación
(Bautismo, Confirmación y 1ra Santa Comunión). El propósito primario
de RICA es la iniciación de los adultos y niños no bautizados que han
llegado a la edad de la razón, sin embargo el Rito también se extienda
a los adultos bautizados pero no catequizados. Los Sacramentos se
reciben durante la Vigilia Pascual, en la noche del Sábado Santo.
Información: Milagros Anto, o Padre Gonzalo. Los adultos que
desean prepararse para los Sacramentos de Iniciación en inglés
deben llamar la señora Beverly Kass, Directora de RCIA, al tel
973.229.1134 ([email protected])
Preparación Matrimonial en español
Ante todo les invitamos a HABLAR CON EL SACERDOTE, para
acompañarlos en su decisión libre y madura. Esto evita trámites, tiempo
y gastos innecesarios. Los requisitos son diferentes dependiendo de la
situación de cada pareja. Información: Padre Gonzalo.
Sacramento de la Reconciliación (Confesión)—En el año
realizamos varias jornadas de Reconciliación (Confesión), especialmente en Cuaresma y Adviento. Todos los sábados a las 4:30 PM un
sacerdote está disponible en el confesionario de la iglesia principal
para escuchar su Confesión en inglés. Si desea confesarse en español,
por favor hacer una cita con el Padre Gonzalo.
Quinceañeras
En México y otros países de Latinoamérica, la celebración de
la Quinceañera comienza con una Misa de agradecimiento. La
quinceañera llega a la iglesia con sus padres, padrinos y la corte
de honor (las damas y los chambelanes). Para más información
por favor comunicarse con el Padre Gonzalo
Acompañamiento Espiritual
Por favor solicitar una cita con el Padre Gonzalo para poder
servirle. Este será un dialogo confidencial y en la presencia del
Espíritu Santo. Si usted es bilingüe puede solicitar una cita con
cualquiera de los cuatro frailes en la parroquia (Padres Frank,
Richard o Joe). También puede hablar con Milagros Anto.
Bendición del Hogar, la Oficina y el Carro
Con mucho gusto poder servirle. Es hacer presente a Dios en
nuestro hogar, lugar de trabajo o vehículo. Por favor comunicarse
con el Padre Gonzalo.
Clases de GED
Clases de GED (General Equivalency Diploma) en nuestra Iglesia de
Santa María - después de la Misa de español en el Centro Carnevale. Este
examen es el equivalente al diploma de la escuela secundaria. Las Clases
son en español. Información: Milagros Anto.
Clases de Inglés
Clases Gratis de inglés en la Iglesia de Santa María - Las clases
de inglés para adultos y jóvenes todos los lunes y miércoles 7:30 9:00 PM en el sótano del Centro Carnevale. Hablar inglés nos abre
muchas puertas. Nuestros voluntarios son maestros profesionales.
English Language Learning Classes for adults new to the United States. Mondays
and Wednesdays: 7:30 - 9:00 PM, downstairs in the Carnevale Center.
El Centro de Consejería Pathways es una agencia sin ánimo
de lucro dedicada al cuidado de la salud mental. Es un ministerio
de nuestra parroquia. Ofrecemos una gran variedad de servicios de
salud mental para familias, niños y todas las personas sin importar su
religión, edad, raza, u orientación sexual. Las puertas están abiertas
para todos los que necesitan consejería. Si usted o algún conocido
necesita ayuda visítenos en: 16 Pompton Avenue, Pompton
Lakes, New Jersey 07442 [al frente de la iglesia principal] o por
favor llame a 973.835.6337 o visite la página web http://www.
pathwayscounseling.org/. Si desea ayuda en español. Por favor
pregunte por la consejera Betty Ortiz-Drace o envíele un correo
electrónico a [email protected]
Escuela Católica de Santa María (Pre-Kinder a Grado Octavo)
Nuestra Escuela de Santa María (St. Mary’s School) es una comunidad de fe
conformada por nuestros alumnos, padres, maestros y frailes franciscanos.
Nuestra misión es “educar a los niños en todos los aspectos de la
vida, espiritual, emocional, social y académicamente, a través de
los esfuerzos de colaboración de los maestros y los padres cuyas,
vidas reflejen el mensaje del Evangelio.” Para mayor información
por favor llamar al tel 973.835.2010, o escribirle a la secretaria
general, la señora Mary Anne Smith, msmith@stmarys-pompton.
org. También pue-den solicitar la asistencia del padre Gonzalo. No
permitan que el idioma sea una barrera para que sus hijos reciban una
buena educación católica. ¡Comuníquense con nosotros!
ATENCION: El programa de asistencia médica de Santa María
NO realizará más exámenes para participar en deportes en
las escuelas. Estos exámenes deben ser hechos por el médico en
cada escuela, y son gratis. Los estudiantes deben asistir a las sesiones
que cada escuela programa para aquellos que quieren participar en
actividades deportivas.
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Programa de Asistencia Médica de la Iglesia de Santa
María. Todos los lunes de 7:30 a 9 PM un grupo de doctores y enfermeras
voluntarios atienden las necesidades básicas de las personas que no cuentan
con seguro medico. Ellos vienen del Hospital de San José en Paterson.
No se necesita cita previa. La clínica se encuentra localizada en el sótano
del Centro Carnevale (10 Lenox Ave. Pompton Lakes, NJ) en el salón
003. Se cuenta con un intérprete al español.
Grupo de Jóvenes Hispanos de Santa María
Este es un nuevo grupo (en español/bilingüe) para jóvenes entre
las edades de 13 y 18 años de edad que quieran crecer en su fe,
sirviendo a su comunidad y trabajando en equipo con otros jóvenes,
de acuerdo al modelo católico y franciscano de nuestra parroquia. Te
invitamos a participar todos los miércoles de 6:00 a 8:00 PM en el
Centro Carnevale, salón 003 (sótano). Informes: Belinda OrellanoRojas (973.800.2604 - [email protected]) o Marissa
Díaz (862.668.5515 - [email protected]).
Se necesitan voluntarios para servir en el COMEDOR
COMUNITARIO de la Iglesia del Sagrado Corazón en Jersey
City, una vez al mes. La próxima visita será el sábado 18 de junio.
Es una gran oportunidad para brindar nuestra compañía y un plato
de comida a personas, incluidos muchos niños, que están pasando
por un momento difícil. Informes (en inglés) con nuestra directora
de Servicio Comunitario (Outreach Director) Jacqueline Rose,
973.835.0374, ext 193 ([email protected]). En español:
Elkin Vargas 973.557.5459 ([email protected])- o con el
Padre Gonzalo
Spanish Classes ¿Hablas español? Saturdays from
2 to 5 PM, Spanish Classes by Milagros Anto, Director
of Hispanic Ministry (Tel: 973 835 0374 ext 703 o 201
841 0269)
June 4 (Church’s Hall)
W
Ministerio Pastoral de San Esteban en la Parroquia de
Santa María – Saint Stephen Ministry
¿Tiene problemas familiares, o siente soledad? ¿Es usted
nuevo(a) en el área? ¿Ha perdido a un ser querido? ¿Ha sido
usted o un allegado diagnosticado(a) con cáncer? ¿Sufre de
alguna enfermedad crónica? ¿Ha regresado del servicio militar?
No importa por lo que está pasando, en nuestra parroquia tenemos
la disponibilidad y los recursos para ayudarle. Este ministerio
es bilingüe. Llame a Beverly Delleart, Directora del Ministerio
Pastoral y Cuidado Cristiano de San Esteban, al 973.835.0374,
ext. 113, [email protected]. Somos el Rostro de Cristo para
aquellos que necesitan compañía. Todas las llamadas son confidenciales. No
hay cargos monetarios previstos. Interesados en ser voluntarios en nuestro
ministerio, por favor llamar al número antes mencionado. También puede
comunicarse con el Padre Gonzalo.
e need your skills as an English-Spanish speaker to
be a volunteer interpreter for our FREE CLINIC. If
you: • Are at least 18 years old. • Speak English and Spanish
fluently. • Would like to gain valuable experience and skills
working in a professional medical clinic – even if you have
no medical experience now. • Are conscientious, hardworking, love helping people, and want to feel appreciated.
• Then please contact Rita Kelly ([email protected]) or
Fr. Gonzalo.
The medical assistance program was created in 2001 to provide
medical care to the uninsured and the underinsured in the St. Mary's
Community. It is staffed by physicians, nurses and Spanish
interpreters who volunteer their time to provide this much needed
service. The Medical Assistance Program is open on Monday
nights from 7:00 to 9:00 PM in the Michael Carnevale Center,
10 Lenox Ave., ground floor. No appointments necessary, on a
first-come, first-serve basis.
10 Things to Know about Hispanic Catholics (by Timothy
Matovina)
Despensa de Comida de Santa María. Esta despensa gratuita
de comida o Food Pantry es un ministerio de nuestra parroquia
que ayuda a aproximadamente 175 familias a la semana (o sea
aproximadamente 480 personas entre niños y adultos). Si usted
o algún conocido necesita un mercado de emergencia, por favor
visite nuestra despensa en 22 Lakeside Avenue, Pompton Lakes,
NJ 07442 (en la parte baja del estacionamiento municipal)
[email protected]. Puede llamar a Elkin
Vargas: 973.557.5459
4) Hispanics have deep devotion to Jesus and to his Eucharistic
presence. Nearly half the shrines dedicated to miraculous images in
colonial Mexico are focused on an image of Christ. Most popular
Hispanic traditions during the seasons of Advent and Christmas
and the Triduum during Holy Week center on key moments of the
life of Jesus.
TIMOTHY MATOVINA is professor of theology and co-director
of the Institute for Latino Studies at the University of Notre Dame.
The Most Holy Trinity
May 22, 2016
Ministerio Hispano de Santa María
Jacquelyn Schramm,
St. Mary's Social Justice
Director
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The Most Holy Trinity
May 22, 2016
A FRESH PERSPECTIVE ON THE SUNDAY READINGS
HIS WORD TODAY by Rev. William J. Reilly
The Most Holy Trinity
“Jesus said to his disciples: ‘I have much more to tell you, but you
cannot hear it now. But when he comes, the Spirit of truth, he will
guide you to all truth… Everything that the Father has is mine;
for this reason I told you that he will take from what is mine and
declare it to you.” “….because the love of God has been poured
out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to
us.”
Our faith today tells us two things. The first is the existence of
the Trinity, as the passage of St. John speaks of Father and Spirit
referred to by Jesus himself. The second is that the mystery of the
Trinity is not something not distant from us, but it is within, and
has been “poured out into our hearts.”
Maybe I can bless myself more reverently as I proclaim my faith
in the mystery of God. When I see an athlete rapidly make the sign
of the cross, may it remind me, not of faith, but of what He has
poured into my heart.
When I am looking for direction on a GPS or map, may I be
reminded that it is the promised spirit of Jesus who will guide me.
When I am in doubt, making a decision, may I ask the Spirit, the
gift of the Father and Son, to assist me. I cannot fully understand
this mystery, but can acknowledge it and use it well.
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THE MOST HOLY TRINITY
First Reading: Proverbs 8:22-31—God created Wisdom before
he created the earth or the skies. This spirit stood beside God every
day until the earth was complete, then "found delight in the people
of the earth." This indicates that the spirit of wisdom was later
personified by Jesus.
Second Reading: Romans 5:1-5—Paul says that we are now at
peace with God through our faith in Jesus. We also hope to see the
glory of God. This hope will not leave us disappointed because of
the love God has shown in sending us the Holy Spirit.
Gospel: John 16:12-15—Jesus tells the disciples that when he
leaves them, a Spirit will help guide them to the truth. This Spirit
will announce what he hears from Jesus, rather than speaking on
his own. Everything God has also belongs to Jesus, which is why
those things announced by the Spirit will actually come from Jesus.
Collection Update
April 2016
Sunday and Misc. Midweek Collection $ 70,680
Faith Direct
41,993
Total Received $112,673
We are most grateful for your generous support
given to the pastoral needs of our parish!