PARISH MINISTRIES AND SERVICES SPONSORSHIP

PARISH MINISTRIES AND SERVICES SPONSORSHIP

PARISH MINISTRIES AND SERVICES
St. Joseph Parish
Fr. Alfonso Condorson, Pastor
Deacon Gary Newton, RCIA Inquiries
Deacon Gustavo Sandoval, Spanish Baptism Classes
Sr. Lucia Flores, Pastoral Assistant, Spanish RICA
Maritza Alvarez, Music Ministry
Kathy Champignon, Religious Education
Mary Ellen Kirchman, Administrative Assistant
Joe Lynch, Bookkeeper
Jorge Romero, Facility Operations
Martha Rovitto, Spanish Secretary
Holy Savior Academy
The Middlebrook Deanery Catholic School
(Grades Pre-K through 8)
[email protected]
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[email protected]
(732) 317-8544
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149 South Plainfield Avenue, So. Plainfield, NJ 07080
Mrs. Melinda Hanlon, Principal
(908) 822-5890 www.holysavioracademy.com
 Parish Services
Parish Office: Open Monday through Thursday 9 AM-4 PM (closed 12-1:30 PM for lunch), Friday 9 AM-1 PM.
Parish Center and Chapel of the Nativity: 124 East Second Street
Church: Mountain Avenue and East High Street
Parish Office: (732) 356-0027 Parish Fax: (732) 356-8092 Emergencies: (732) 356-8936 Website: www.sjcbb.net
 Sacraments
Baptism: English Baptisms will be officiated on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month at 1:30 PM in the Church.
Spanish Baptisms will be officiated on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month at 1:30 PM in the Church. Contact the
Parish Office to schedule. Attendance at Baptism class is mandatory. The Baptism must be scheduled before you
attend Baptism class.
Marriage: Weddings celebrated Saturdays and Friday evenings, but not Sundays. You must contact a priest 9 months
before the planned date, and reservation of a wedding time is suggested even earlier.
Penance: Saturday 9-10:00 AM (Chapel); Wednesday 6:30-7 PM (Church). Other times on request.
Confirmation, First Eucharist, First Penance: Though immediate preparation is given before receiving these sacraments,
children are expected to receive a Catholic upbringing in their families. This includes formal religious education classes
and regular Sunday worship in the years prior to and following the reception of these Sacraments.
 Devotions
Marian Novena: Saturdays following the 8:15 AM Mass in the Chapel.
Eucharistic Adoration: First and Second Friday, Adoration following 8:30 AM Mass; Benediction: 1st Friday in
English; 2nd Friday in Spanish, 1:00 PM in the Chapel.
SPONSORSHIP ELIGIBILITY
TO BE OR NOT TO BE . . . A SPONSOR FOR BAPTISM OR CONFIRMATION
The opportunity to walk with another in Faith, whether a child or an adult is an awesome privilege. It is cause for serious consideration
on the part of those who ask another to witness with their lives to what it means to be a Catholic, and for those who accept this
responsibility. It is important to think carefully about your selection and decision. The person to be considered a Sponsor must be at
least 14 years of age and have themselves completed the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation), and are leading
a life in harmony with the Faith and Tradition they are called to witness. A Godparent/Sponsor cannot be the mother or father of the
one to be baptized. If married, their marriage must be recognized as “valid” by the Catholic Church. They must be attending Mass
regularly, that is, every Sunday and Holy Day of Obligation.
They will need to obtain a Certificate of Eligibility signed by their pastor. Being properly registered at one’s parish is an important first
step. Consider carefully your invitation and response. There is more involved to this than simply standing at the Baptismal Font. It is a
lifelong commitment. If you have questions, speak with one of the parish priests who can guide you correctly.
 Call the Parish Office EARLY, even before your child’s birth to obtain information that will help you in selecting suitable godparents.
 New parishioners are asked to come to the Parish Office and fill out a Census Form. Individuals and families must be registered and
practicing here for at least six months before applying for sponsorship.
 If you have changed your address or other information, please contact the Parish Office at (732) 356-0027 so that we can update
our records.
IN THE HOSPITAL?
If you or someone you know is sick in the hospital or nursing home for an extended stay, please contact the parish office. We will do our
best to have someone make a pastoral visit and bring communion. Please note that the Hospitals or Nursing Homes do not notify us,
and we rely on the family to inform us of this information. Thank you for your assistance.
Holy Family of
Jesus, Mary and Joseph
NEXT SUNDAY’S READINGS
Epiphany of the Lord
Reading 1: Isaiah 60:1–6
The glory of the Lord shines upon you.
Reading 2: Ephesians 3:2–3a, 5–6
The Gentiles are coheirs of the promise.
Gospel:
Matthew 2:1–12
We saw his star at its rising and have
come to do him homage.
Sunday, December 28, 2014
THIS WEEK
* * * No Religious Education * * *
Classes resume the week of January 5
FRIDAY, JANUARY 2, 2014
9:00 AM
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
In the Chapel of the Nativity
1:00 PM
Benediction (in English) in the Chapel
of the Nativity
SATURDAY, JANUARY 3, 2015
6:00-7:00 PM Spanish RICA in the Library
6:00-9:30 PM Spanish Prayer Group in the Chapel
SUNDAY, JANUARY 4, 2015
11 AM-1 PM RCIA in the Upper Room
MASSES FOR THE WEEK
MONDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2014
8:30 AM Teresa Beirne, request of family
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 30, 2014
8:30 AM Bill Kayan, request of Ray Gleason
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 31, 2014
8:30 AM Edward Zujkowski, request of Dorothy
Gaglia
4:00 PM Ann Bodor, request of Robert and Eleanor
Burrows
THURSDAY, JANUARY 1, 2015
8:30 AM Carmella Ford, request of
Mrs. A.D. Romano and family
10:00 AM Eileen Slater Head, request of Ed and
Terry Schurdak
12:00 PM Juan Sepulveda, request of Maribel Alfaro
FRIDAY, JANUARY 2, 2015
8:30 AM Brian Fabino, request of Katherine and
George Anderson
SATURDAY, JANUARY 3, 2015
8:30 AM People of the Parish
5:00 PM Helen Zielinski, request of Riccioli Family
SUNDAY, JANUARY 4, 2015
8:00 AM Charles M. O’Donnell, request of Ann and
John Kosco
10:00 AM Brian Jacus, request of his Dad
12:00 PM Remigio Rodriguez, request of wife, children
and family
JANUARY CIAM MEETING
The January CIAM meeting will take place on Monday,
January 5 in the Community Room. Cookie trays for
the homebound will be assembled.
QUESTION OF THE WEEK
“…as the Lord has forgiven you, so you must
forgive.” - COLOSSIANS 3:13
Forgiveness – one of the hardest things for people
to do. It’s amazing how long we can hold a grudge
or be angry with someone. As we celebrate the
feast of the Holy Family, take this opportunity to
give the gift of forgiveness to someone - maybe
someone in your family, maybe a friend, maybe a
co-worker or neighbor or, maybe yourself. Pick up
the phone or text someone.
SANCTUARY LAMP MEMORIAL
PRAYER FOR OUR
SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN
December 22 - 28, 2014
In memory of
Assunta and Francesco Mauro
Request of family
Queen of the Holy Rosary, we implore you to bless
our military forces at home and abroad. Guide their
steps into the way of peace. Amen.
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SUNDAY OFFERING
NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS
The Week Ended December 14
Although there is nothing in the Bible or notable in
Christian tradition about New Year’s resolutions,
many good stewards take advantage of this time of
year to become closer to the Lord.
Family: How often in our busy lives does time with
family get neglected? Resolve to find a special time
with each family member each week. Make sure
that family meals are celebrated frequently. Plan a
special family outing once or twice a month, and go
to Mass together. Resolve that when your spouse
or child speaks, you will truly listen.
Health: Your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit.
Without good health, we lack the energy to serve
the Lord well. Resolve to make that doctor or dentist
appointment. Make one healthy change in your
eating habits. Add a few minutes of extra exercise
to each day’s routine.
Possessions: Want less. Live more simply. Do you
own your possessions, or do they own you?
Challenge yourself to sacrifice something you like
but that you know another person needs more than
you.
Parish Family: Offer your service to the liturgy or a
ministry of your parish in the New Year. Enrich your
parish and your parish experience by becoming
involved.
Money: Take charge of your budget and your
checkbook. Reprioritize your financial goals to ensure that the Lord is coming first in the expenditure
of your wealth. Plan your spending and don’t spend
reactively or impulsively.
Work: Do your best at your chosen profession. Be
honest and faithful. Resolve to find a class or other
forum that will strengthen your knowledge and
expertise. Bring a prayerful attitude to your job.
Ordinary Offertory
Parish Ordinary Expenses*
We operated at a surplus of:
* Annual Weekly Average
$7,452
($6,111)
$1,341
Building and Maintenance
$1,837
Thank you! Your continued support helps
St. Joseph Parish to serve our people more effectively.
RITE OF CHRISTIAN
INITIATION OF ADULTS
If you or someone you
know would like to hear
more about Jesus and His
Church, we invite you to
join us at an RCIA (Rite of
Christian
Initiation
of
Adults) Inquiry Session.
Inquiry Sessions are opportunities to ask questions
about God, Jesus, the Catholic Church, the Mass,
Saints, Sacraments, prayer, etc. The sessions DO
NOT expect or require a commitment to join the
Catholic Church.
In addition, if you wish to be baptized into the
Catholic Faith, or if you are already baptized and
wish to receive the other Sacraments of Initiation, or
you come to us from another faith wishing to
become a fully initiated member of the Catholic
Church then we invite you to attend an inquiry
session. RCIA is the process which will lead you to
Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation.
For more information about sessions in English,
please contact Deacon Gary Newton at
[email protected] or for sessions in Spanish,
contact Sister Lucia at [email protected].
EPIPHANY COOKIES TO
HOMEBOUND
FAMILIES IN NEED
I have become aware of some families in need in
our area and I think it would be very meaningful if
we could offer some readymade food to those in
need. Consequently, if you know of anyone in need,
please refer names, phone numbers or addresses
of people that you think may need help this
Christmas Season.
The CIAM will be assembling cookie
trays to bring to our homebound
parishioners for Epiphany, the
weekend of January 3. Please
donate a dozen or more cookies to
this cause.
It is a wonderful way to let the homebound of our
parish know we are thinking of them during the
holiday season. You can drop your cookies off in
the Community Room the weekend of January 3.
Thank you!
It is part of our calling of Christ to help those most in
need. Please e-mail Sr. Lucia or call her at the
parish office so she can begin to compile a list. She
will also need assistance with distribution of the
food, so any help is welcome.
Thanks, Fr. Al
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NEW YEAR’S MESSAGE FROM FR. AL
NEW YEAR’S MASS SCHEDULE
As we are entering a New Year, it is hard to believe
that we are starting 2015. Time really flies! Whether
we are having fun or not, time goes by. Therefore,
we have to make the best of it. When life gives us
lemons, let’s make lemonade. At times, life gives us
many challenges and we are put to the test. If we
do our best to deal with whatever life gives us, it will
make us stronger. Remember, united we stand. So
as we begin this New Year, let’s try to do our best to
be a more united and stronger community. Christ
welcomed everyone and that is why He was well
loved. We at St. Joseph’s strive to be a welcoming
and loving community. As such, anything we do in
unison makes us more Christ like. May the Spirit of
Christ guide us this New Year, and may 2015 be a
year of love and understanding towards one another.
With love and Best wishes, Fr. Al
Wednesday, December 31, 2014
New Year’s Eve
8:30 AM Mass (Chapel)
4:00 PM New Year’s Eve Mass (Main Church)
Thursday, January 1, 2015 – New Year’s Day
Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God
8:30 AM Mass (Main Church)
10:00 AM Mass (Main Church)
12:00 PM Spanish Mass (Main Church)
SCHOOL MASS MESSAGE
FROM FR. AL
I would like to thank everyone who participated in
our school selling liturgy at the Gym on Saturday,
December 13. The attendance was great and I met
many people from different parts of New Jersey
who attended St. Joseph School / Holy Family
Academy. I am very proud of our Parish Council.
They took the time and effort to convert the Gym
into a sacred place for Mass and made the display
of school memorabilia available to all. We have
many parishioners who made this event meaningful
and once again, thank you. We could not have done
it without you. As I said that day in the homily, our
efforts and sacrifices in building a school for our
children will not go in vain. God knows what he is
doing, and now the school that we built will be
serving our community and our children. For those
who went to our school, now you have memories to
share with your kids or grandkids. Thank God, it will
still be a learning institution and our town will be
taking care of it. St. Joe’s will always be a good
memory for us and its legacy will always remain.
Best wishes, Fr. Al
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MUSIC MINISTRY
If God has given you a talent, and you can sing or
play a musical instrument, won't you consider
joining the Music Ministry.
Rehearsals are on Thursdays. We would love to
have some new members.
Thursday rehearsal schedule:
4:30 PM Spanish Choir
5:30 PM Children's Choir
6:30 PM Bell Choir
7:30 PM Adult Choir (instrumentalists)
Please contact Maritza Alvarez at
[email protected]
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will
be held on the first Friday of the month,
January 2, 2015, in the Chapel of the
Nativity following the 8:30 AM mass.
The day will conclude with Prayer and
Benediction at 1:00 PM. Come and rest
in the presence of Jesus.
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LECTURAS PARA EL PRÓXIMO
DOMlNGO
DURANTE ESTA SEMANA
CURSO DE BIBLIA
Es muy importante la formación bíblica para
todos nosotros, de esta manera nadie nos
podrá engañar con sus cuentos baratos.
Todos son bienvenidos a participar del
curso de estudio de Biblia con la hermana Lucía todos
los Miércoles de 6:30 a 8:00 PM. en la oficina parroquial.
Epifanía del Señor
Primera Lectura: Isaías 60:1-6
La gloria del Señor resplandece sobre toda la gente.
Segunda Lectura: Efesios 3:2-3a, 5-6
Por revelación se me dio a conocer este misterio.
Evangelio: Mateo 2:1-12
Le ofrecieron regalos, oro, incienso y mirra.
DIVINA MISERICORDIA
Todos los Jueves a las 7:30 PM. se reunen en la Capilla
el grupo de la Divina Misericordia. Para mas información
llamar a Jorge Romero al (732) 900-4315.
AVISOS A LA COMUNIDAD
CONFESIONES: Las confesiones se realizan en Inglés y
Español los siguientes días:
Sábados de 9:00 a 10:00 AM en la Capilla.
CIRCULO DE ORACIÓN
Todos los Sábados a las 6:30 PM se reúne el círculo de
oración en la Capilla. Para más información pueden
llamar a Gabriela Alpizar al (908) 342-0780 o Maribel
Alfaro al (908) 450-7110. ¡Los esperamos!
Miércoles de 6:30 a 7:00 PM en la Iglesia.
Los Miércoles las confesiones son hasta las 7:00 PM
en punto. Para confesarse en otro momento debe hacer
una cita previa llamando al (732) 356-0027.
ACLAMACIÓN MEMORIAL
FAMILIARES HOSPITALIZADOS
Si tiene algún familiar hospitalizado, y desea visita
pastoral y Eucaristía, por favor infórmelo a la parroquia,
llamando al teléfono (732) 356-0027.
Durante este año litúrgico estaremos usando la siguiente
Aclamación Memorial:
“Cada vez que comemos de este pan y bebemos de
este cáliz, anunciamos tu muerte, Señor, hasta que
vuelvas.”
VIRGEN PEREGRINA
Las familias que deseen la visita de la Virgen Peregrina
en sus hogares, comunicarse con Oscar e Ivania Rios al
(908) 986-8977- (908) 986-8978.
BAUTISMOS
AYUDA A TU IGLESIA
Ayude a su Iglesia, adquiriendo los certificados de
compra (Gift certificate) de su supermercado favorito
ShopRite, A&P y Pathmark, sin que a usted le cueste un
centavo adicional. Así la Iglesia gana el 5% por
certificado. Se venden a la salida de la Misa los
Domingos o en la semana en la oficina Parroquial de
9:00 AM a 4:00 PM.
Los bautismos se realizan el primer y tercer Domingo de
cada mes a la 1:30 PM. Si usted quiere bautizar a su
hijo/a en los meses de
Enero o Febrero, debe
registrarse para la próxima clase de bautismo del 6
de Enero 2015 a las 7:15 PM. Planifique con tiempo el
bautismo. Las clases son cada dos meses y si no asiste
a la clase no puede bautizar al bebé. Para mas
información, favor ir personalmente los Martes o Jueves
a la oficina Parroquial (donde está la Capilla) de 6:30 a
8:30 PM.
TOME NOTA
• La hermana Lucia, atiende la oficina parroquial los
Lunes y Miércoles de 9:45 a 11:45 AM y de 1:45 a 4:30
PM, Jueves de 2:30 a 9:00 PM. Viernes de 9:45 a 11:45
AM para los que deseen hablarle. Para hacer una cita
con la Hermana llame al teléfono (732) 356-0027 ext. 6.
TOME NOTA
Es muy importante que antes de ir a la clase para el
bautisode su niño/a, la fecha tiene que estar reservada
en el calendario de la Iglesia. No po
dran ir a la clase hasta que la fecha haya sido reservada.
Muchas gracias.
• El Diácono Gustavo Sandoval, está disponible para
aquellas personas que necesiten alguna ayuda
espiritual. Para comunicarse con él, favor llamarle al
teléfono (732) 317-8544.
MUCHAS GRACIAS
La Fiesta de la Virgen de
Guadalupe fue un éxito. Por esto
queremos agradecerle y pedirle
a Dios bendiga a cada una de las
personas que apoyaron con sus
donaciones y sus talentos,
gracias, muchas gracias.
• La Sra. Martha atiende en la oficina Parroquial (donde
está la Capilla) todo lo relacionado con Misas,
bautismos, registros parroquiales y certificados. Ella
atiende en la oficina todos los Martes y Jueves de 6:30
a 8:30 PM y vía telefónica llamando al (732) 356-0027
ext 6.
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SANTÍSMO
MISA DE FIN DE AÑO
Adoración del Santísimo Sacramento se
llevará a cabo el r viernes del mes, Enero 2
en la Capilla de la Natividad después de la
misa de 8:30 am. La jornada concluirá con la
oración y bendición a las 1:00 PM. Venga a
descansar en la presencia de Jesús.
Miércoles, Diciembre 31 2014
8:30 AM Misa (Capilla)
4:00 PM Misa (Iglesia)
AÑO NUEVO
SANTA MARÌA, MADRE DE DIOS
ESCUELA-MENSAJE MISA DE
PADRE AL
Jueves, Enero 1º 2015
8:30 y 10:00 AM (Ingles)
12:00 mediodia (Español)
Me gustaría dar las gracias a todos los que participaron
en nuestra liturgia venta la escuela en el gimnasio el
Sábado, diciembre 13. La asistencia fue genial y me
encontré con muchas personas de diferentes partes de
Nueva Jersey que han ido a la escuela de St. Joseph /
Holy Family Academy.
Estoy muy orgulloso de nuestro consejo parroquial. Se
tomaron el tiempo y esfuerzo para convertir el gimnasio
en un lugar sagrado para la misa y hacían la
visualización de objetos de recuerdo de la escuela al
alcance de todos.
Tenemos muchos feligreses que hicieron este evento
significativo y una vez más, gracias, no podríamos haber
hecho sin ustedes. Como dije ese día en la homilía,
nuestros esfuerzos y sacrificios en la construcción de
una escuela para nuestros hijos no fue en vano. Dios
sabe lo que está haciendo, y ahora la escuela que
construimos estará sirviendo a nuestra comunidad y
nuestros hijos.
Para los que fueron a la escuela, ahora usted tienen
recuerdos para compartir con sus hijos ó nietos. Gracias
a Dios, seguirá siendo una institución de aprendizaje y
nuestro pueblo tomará el cuidado de él. St. Joseph será
siempre un buen recuerdo para nosotros y su legado
permanecerá siempre. Mis mejores deseos, Padre Al
CARIDADES CATÓLICAS
Programa de Servicios de Inmigración
Servicios Legales de Inmigración de Bajo Costo
Nuestros consejeros son acreditados en la práctica de la
ley inmigratoria por el gobierno federal:
● Acción Diferida para los que llegaron de niños (DACA)
● Naturalización/ Ciudadanía ● Aplicación para la
Residencia ● Peticiones Familiar ● Estatus de
Protección Temporal (TPS) ● Visa U (Para Víctimas de
Crímenes) ● Auto-Peticiones Para Víctimas de Violencia
Domestica ● Visas ● Consultas Generales ● Y Mas...
¿ESTÁN BUSCANDO LA MANERA
DE INCLUIR A DIOS EN SUS VIDAS?
¡Descubra como hacerlo en un Fin de Semana del
Encuentro Matrimonial Mundial!
El Encuentro Matrimonial Mundial es un programa de 44
horas en donde las parejas pueden alejarse de el
trabajo, los niños, las tareas de la casa y el teléfono para
enfocarse solo el uno en el otro. Si están buscando que
su relación crezca, sea mas profunda, y mas
enriquecida, entonces les gustará la diferencia que
puede hacer en ustedes un Fin de Semana del
Encuentro Matrimonial Mundial. El próximo Fin de
Semana será el 31 de Enero y 1º de Febrero. Para más
información o para inscribirse llame al teléfono (732)
910-3057 ó (201)707-8583.
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MENSAJE DEL PADRE AL
Ahora que estamos empezando un Nuevo Año. No
puedo creer que vamos a empezar el año 2015. ¡El
tiempo realmente vuela! Y no importa si es tiempo bueno
o malo, igual vuela. Por eso, tenemos que hacer lo mejor
que podamos. Cuando la vida nos da algo agrio,
podemos hacer limonada. A veces la vida nos da
muchos desafíos y cuando la vida nos da desafíos, hay
que ponerle buena cara y tratar de hacer lo mejor que
podamos. Recuerden, la unión hace la fuerza. Ahora que
empezamos un Nuevo Año, hagamos lo mejor que
podamos para mantenernos más unidos y más fuertes
en nuestra comunidad. Cristo Jesús recibió a todo
mundo y por eso fue amado mucho. Nosotros como
comunidad de St. Joseph, luchamos para ser una
comunidad amorosa y que da la bienvenida a todos. De
esta manera, cualquier cosa que hagamos unidos en el
nombre de Cristo nos convertirá a la imagen de Cristo.
Que el Espíritu de Cristo nos guie en este Nuevo Año
2015 y que sea un año de Amor y entendimiento para el
prójimo. Con Amor y mis mejores sentimientos,
Padre Al.
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