Awake to the Day!

Awake to the Day!
Saint Mary’s Parish
17 Pompton Avenue
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
973-835-0374
Schedule for Masses
and Para-Liturgical Service (PLS)
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 to St. Mary’s! “May we do good works each day
for the sake of Your Kingdom.”
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)
December 20, 2015
Fourth Sunday of Advent
December 20, 2015
4th Grade CCD Prayers for Peace..........7
Bambinelli Sunday Blessing.....................2
Baptism of the Lord Celebration.............5
Baptisms.....................................................3
Bread and Wine.........................................3
Christmas Eve Ushers Needed.................2
Christmas Flowers/Novenas/Oplatki......5
Christmas Mass Schedule - 2015.............4
Christmas Parking....................................4
Collection Update....................................14
Contact Us..................................................2
Daily Readings for the Week....................9
Deceased Names........................................3
Elementary Religious Education.............7
TO CONTACT US:
TABLE OF CONTENTS
EMHC Training Session...........................5
Eucharistic Celebrations..........................3
Faith Direct................................................3
Holy Land Pilgrimage..............................9
K of C Breakfast with Santa....................8
K of C Charity Beefsteak.........................8
Lessons and Carols...................................5
Mass Captains Meeting............................5
Medical Assistance Program....................2
Memorial Vigil Lights.............................14
Military Personnel Names........................3
Ministerio Hispano de Santa María....10/13
Ministry News............................................8
Music Together..........................................7
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Paris Agreement Action............................9
Parish Office Closings...............................4
Pathways Counseling Center...................9
Prayer Requests...................................................3
Spanish Ministry News..............................10/13
Stephen Ministry.......................................7
St. Mary’s School News............................7
The Parish Store........................................9
The Pastor’s Desk.....................................4
Vocations - Franciscan Friar..................14
Weekly Calendar.......................................2
Women’s Day of Reflection........................8
Youth Ministry.............................................6
St. Mary’ Parish
17 Pompton Ave.
Pompton Lakes NJ 07442
ELEMENTARY RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Alma Banta, Director. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.7750,x102
[email protected]
HISPANIC
MINISTRY
Milagros
Anto
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.0374x703
Telephone:
973.835.0374
[email protected]
FAX:
973.835.8173
MUSIC MINISTRY - Craig & Dorothy Limey. . . . . . . . . 973.835.0374x158
[email protected]
Web Site: www.stmarys-pompton.org
ACCOMPANIST - Carrie Stewart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.0374 x192
E-mail: [email protected]
[email protected]
OUTREACH & GRANT DEVELOPMENT MINISTRY
PASTOR - FR. FRANK SEVOLA, OFM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.0374x708
Jacqueline M. Rose, Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.0374x193
[email protected]
[email protected]
ASSISTANT TO THE PASTOR - Anne Silversey.................973.835.0374x145
R.C.I.A. - Stephen Kass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.879.3102 [email protected]
[email protected]
PAROCHIAL VICARS
SCHOOL - Carol La Salle, Principal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.2010
Fr. Richard Husted, OFM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835-0374x710
[email protected]
[email protected]
SOCIAL JUSTICE - Jacquelyn Schramm . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.0374x191
Fr. Joe Juracek, OFM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.0374x285
[email protected]
[email protected]
SPIRITUAL DIRECTION
Fr. Gonzalo Torres, OFM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973-835-0374x702
Beverly Joan Delleart, Certified Spiritual Dir . . . . . 973.835.0374x709
[email protected]
[email protected] ADULT FAITH FORMATION - Fr. Joe Juracek, OFM . . 973.835.0374x285
YOUTH MINISTRY - Jennifer Ferraioli. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.5594x103
[email protected]
[email protected]
CHRISTIAN CAREGIVING
Confirmation - Patricia Newton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.5594x160
Beverly Joan Delleart, Certified Spiritual Dir . . . . . 973.835.0374x113
[email protected]
[email protected]
Religious Education 6,7,8 - Mary Ann Werner. . . . . . . 973.835.5594.161
Stephen Ministry, Journey with Cancer Ministry, Military Outreach
[email protected]
High School Youth Ministry - Michael Macalintal . . 973.835.5594x117
DEACONS - Hal Clark, Thomas Kimak. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.0374 [email protected]
DISABILITIES MINISTRY - Marie Cioletti. . . . . . . . . . . . .973.835.7750x181
Youth Administrative Asst. - Debbie Borroto. . . . . . . . 973.835.5594x138
[email protected]
[email protected]
Weekly Calendar
DATE/MINISTRY
MON—December 21
St. Mary’s Active Seniors
TUES—December 22
JustFaith Centering Prayer
Secular Franciscans Meeting
WED—December 23
Bible Study
­ .TIME 11:30 AM
PLACE
Downey Hall
7:00 PM
7:30 PM
Carnevale Center
Carnevale Center
9:45 AM
Carnevale Center
Medical Assistance Program
T
he clinic will be closed for Christmas on
December 21 and 28.
F
Bambinelli Sunday
r. Frank will bless the infant from your
Nativity set, this Sunday, December 20, at
2:30 PM in church.
Ushers needed for Christmas Eve
Thursday, December 24 —
4:00, 6:00, 8:00, 10:00 PM and Midnight Masses.
To volunteer, please call:
Peter Alvarez - 973-839-5693 or [email protected]
Fourth Sunday of Advent
December 20, 2015
Eucharistic Celebrations
Para-liturgical Services (PLS)
MONDAY
7:30 AM
December 21
† Renee Wolfarth (13th Ann.)
† Alan Rienstra
† Carol Goin (12th Ann.)
TUESDAY
7:30 AM
December 22
† Joseph Molaro WEDNESDAY
7:30 AM
December 23
† Sylvia Vegas
L E & M Ciser
December 26
Special Intention
SATURDAY
5:00 PM
C/H-Fr. Richard
December 26 - Christmas Novena
† Pasquale Testino (1st Ann.) † Joan Torsney, Laurie Roth
† Joseph Andelora (3rd Ann.)
L Angie & Caroline Destito
7:00 PM
C/H-Fr. Richard
L Bill Rooney
L Maggie Lloyd SUNDAY
7:30 AM
C/H-Fr. Joe
December 27 - Christmas Novena
† Adeline Hazekamp, Doris Mazzotta † Anna C. McGrath (30th Ann.)
† Carmine Buglione (2nd Ann.
† Mario & Russ 9:00 AM C/H-Fr. Joe
† Michael McHugh, Pat Taranto
† Carmine Buglione (2nd Ann.)
9:00 AM
Spanish Mass
C/H-Fr. Gonzalo
For the People of the Parish
10:30 AM
† Joseph Carrigan, John Piscopo † Carmine Buglione (2nd Ann.) † William McClurg † Carol Ann Traynar
C/H-Fr. Joe
o everything there is a season and...
“...a time to be born...”
Payton Decker, Owen Jacobson, Carly Pollaro
Cindy Grecco, Dylan Ackerman, Terry Zosche, Marcia Charnecky, Angela
Saletto, Alan, Patricia Martinelli, Roderick Livelli, Jeff Louisot, Louis Mulligan,
Mike Ciser, Lily Claire Nagele, Mary L. Schramm, Genara Duran, Matthew
Saunders, Jim Lanahan, John J. Keating, Paul Butkus, Larry Setterfield, Stephanie Hernandez, Bill Rooney, Fr. Bill Scully, OFM, Brian Kamer, Lucia Tavella,
Gary F., James R. Fraser, Jim Fraser, Dr. Lauricella, Brianna O’Connor, Henry,
Sammy, Kathleen, Jane & John, Susan, Daniel Sullivan, Barbara W., Greg,
Bev, Joan Puget, Judy Hadar, Pasquale Taranto, Lou, Ray De Moliner, Robert
DiMinno, Ella Romeo, Lois Lyon, Michael Post, Maggie B., Debbie P., Gus
Herkert, Christine Zahn, Lana, Marianne McVeigh, Brian MacFadden, Maggie
Lloyd, David Vasquez, Gabriel Emanuel, Antoine & Rita, Gene Hiller, Dolores
Santen, Carmela Tondo
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...”
C-Celebrant — H-Homilist
(Interpreted for the
Hearing Impaired)
T
“...a time to be healed...”
THURSDAY
December 24 - (Prayer Room)
7:30 AM
† Josephine Winrow
See Page 4 for CHRISTMAS EVE and CHRISTMAS DAY MASSES.
SATURDAY
9:00 AM (PLS)
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10:30 AM
Family Litugy
Downey Hall
C/H-Fr. Richard For the People of the Parish
12:00 PM
C/H-Fr. Frank
† Edna Oldham, Manuel Saavedra † Carmine Buglione (2nd Ann.)
† Catherine Tummino, Joan Puget
5:00 PM
C/H-Fr. Frank
† Carmine Buglione (2nd Ann.) † Rosemary Carr
Marine Christopher J. Leone, Afghanistan
Jonathan R. Bonney, 1st Batt., 15th Inf. Reg., Iraq
CPT Brendan O’Brien, US Army — Spec. James Lennon, Iraq
James Heller, US Army, Ft. Gordan, GA — SO Andrew Charman, USN
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 — Patrick Brasel, US Navy
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
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, Monterrey, CA— SO David Welsh, US Navy
SGT Ryan J. Heppel, US Marines, Camp Pendleton, CA
Cpl Michael C. Yodice, US Marines, Camp Pendleton, CA
SGT Jeffrey L. Calzaretta, US Marines, Deployed
LCpl Anthony Pellegrini, US Marines, Okinawa
SPC Tiffany Thumann, Army Military Police, 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
“...a time to die...”
Emily McDonough
T
he Bread and Wine this week have been donated
in loving memory of Michael D’Agati, Love,
Mom and Dad.
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!
Fourth Sunday of Advent
December 20, 2015
The Pastor’s Desk
Dear Friends,
May the Lord give you peace!
Today we celebrate the Fourth Sunday of Advent and we hear
the beautiful gospel story of the Visitation. The pregnant Mary—
literally the God-bearer—goes to visit her cousin Elizabeth who
is also with child. Hers is John the Baptist, the Herald of Jesus.
These two holy women meet and rejoice in one another’s presence
and in the great things God has done for both of them. Elizabeth
greeted Mary with the words, “Blessed are you among women,
and blessed is the fruit of your womb.” Mary burst forth with the
song of praise which we call the Magnificat, beginning, “My soul
proclaims the greatness of the Lord.” We are told that even John
the Baptist, still unborn, leaped for joy in his mother’s womb. Thus
we are shown, side by side, the two women, one seemingly too
old to have a child, but destined to bear the last prophet of the Old
Covenant, of the age that was passing away; and the other woman,
seemingly not ready to have a child, but destined to bear the One
Who was Himself the beginning of the New Covenant, the age that
would not pass away. Salvation is brought forth because these two
unlikely women trusted in God and said yes to their role in the plan
of salvation. May we take Mary and Elizabeth as our role models
and do what God asks of us!
Let me take this opportunity a few days early to wish you all a
very Merry Christmas! On behalf of Fr. Joe, Fr. Richard and
Fr. Gonzalo and all our staff, I wish all of you a very Merry
Christmas! I look forward to seeing you all at Christmas Mass.
Remember to get here early and bring a friend who maybe hasn’t
been back to church in a while!
Enjoy this last wild week before Christmas and know that you
are in our prayers! Next Sunday we will celebrate the Feast of
the Holy Family and on January 1, we will celebrate the Feast of
Mary the Mother of God and all the wonderful new beginnings she
represents for us!
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Christmas 2015
Christmas Eve—Thursday, December 24
4:00 PM - Church, Catherine Spina Hall, Gym
4:00­PM - Downey Hall (Family Liturgy)
6:00 PM - Church
8:00 PM - Church
8:00 PM - Downey Hall (Spanish Liturgy)
10:00 PM - Church
Midnight Mass - Church
Christmas Day—Friday, December 25
7:30 AM Church
9:00 AM Church
10:30 AM Church
12 Noon Church
No Evening Liturgy
To assure seating we suggest that you arrive early for our
Christmas Liturgies.
Please be aware of special traffic patterns which are detailed
elsewhere on this page.
Masses for the Feast of Mary, Mother of God
(New Year’s)
Thursday, December 31
Vigil, 5:00 PM
Friday, January 1, 2016
9:00 AM & 12 Noon
No Evening Liturgy
Lessons and Carols
Presented by St. Mary’s Music Ministry
Sunday, January 3, 2:30 PM
Have a great week, and once again—Merry Christmas!
Pace e Bene,
Fr. Frank Sevola, OFM, Pastor
Fr. Frank can be reached at [email protected]
Christmas Parking
(Please observe all parking directives.)
Parish Office Closings
For Christmas: The Parish Office will close Wednesday,
December 23 at 1:00 PM and reopen at 9:00 AM, Monday,
December 28.
For New Year’s: The Parish Office will close Wednesday,
December 30 at 1:00 PM and reopen at 9:00 AM, Saturday,
January 2.
ENTER from Pompton Avenue Youth Center driveway ONLY.
EXIT onto Lenox Avenue.
FOLLOW direction of parking attendant for Christmas masses.
DO NOT PARK where there are cones, “No Parking” signs or
solid yellow lines. (These are FIRE ZONES and must be kept
open for emergency vehicles.)
Fourth Sunday of Advent
December 20, 2015
Christmas Flower Envelopes
are on the
windowsills of church and at the Parish Office during
the season of Advent. Donations are being accepted to
help defray the cost of our Christmas decorations; the
names of those in whose memory you are making a donation will
be listed in the bulletin.
Christmas Novena Cards are available on the windowsills of
church and at the Parish Office during the season of Advent.
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Have you had a baby Baptised in
2015?
C
ome celebrate the Baptism of the Lord.
We invite all couples who have had a
Baptism in 2015 to join us at the 5:00 PM
mass, Saturday, January 9, 2016.
After mass you may pick up the Christmas ornament with
your child’s picture on it - we will then gather downstairs
in Catherine Spina Hall for some wine and refreshments.
Babysitting will be available in the VanVooren Room
(right off Catherine Spina Hall).
Oplatki Wafers are available at the Parish Office; these Christmas
wafers are an Eastern European Roman Catholic tradition celebrated
in Lithuanian, Slovak, Polish and Italian families at the Christmas
Eve Vigil. A small donation is appreciated.
Mercy in My Pocket booklet - daily reflection for “Year
of Mercy” [mission to be a witness of mercy] which began
December 8,2015 - November 20, 2016 as declared by Pope
Francis. Please take a booklet for your daily reading.
A Festival of
Lessons and Carols
January 3, 2016
Epiphany of the Lord
2:30 PM in church
Mass Captains Meeting
W
ednesday, January 13, 7:00 PM in church. Please
make every effort to attend this meeting - bring your
concerns/questions.
EMHC Training Session
Wednesday, January 13, 7:30 PM in church. Are you
a confirmed Catholic? Considering becoming a Eucharistic Minister of Holy Communion? Fr. Richard
will train new ministers for this very special ministry.
Please call or email Gisela Moore at 973.835.5841, x119
- [email protected] for either the Mass
Captains meeting or the EMHC training session.
St. Mary’s Chamber Choir
Carrie Stewart, Piano
Craig Limey, Conductor
Featuring music for choir and piano
including works by
Boris Ord, Benjamin Britten,
Phillip Lawson, Casting Crowns,
Thomas Lavoy, Pentatonix
and many more!
Fourth Sunday of Advent
December 20, 2015
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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
mmacalintal@stma rys-pompton.org
[email protected]
To register for any youth ministry event or program, visit:
https://registration.stmarys-pompton.com/custom/?CFID=28322355&CFTOKEN=87570748
CONFIRMATION (cont’d)
HOPE
Youth Band has rehearsal this Thursday night in the Carnevale
Center at 6 PM!
The next HOPE meeting will be on January 6 at 6:00 PM in the
Youth Center!
If you need to register for HOPE, you can find the registration form
on our website!
For more information visit the YM HOPE webpage.
All Candidates - Please Remember your FORMATION
JOURNAL Options:
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January 3, 2016—Lessons and Carols
February 10, 2016—Ash Wednesday Liturgy
March 24, 2016—Holy Thursday Solemn Liturgy
March 25, 2016—Women of Jerusalem
Stations of the Cross
Good Friday Solemn Liturgy
March 26, 2016—Easter Vigil
March 27, 2016—Sunrise Easter Service at Lakeside
YOUTH MASSES—the 1st Sunday of each month at 5:00 PM
MIDDLE SCHOOL RELIGIOUS ED
7th Grade Religious Education begins January 10 & 11, 2016;
have you registered your 7th grader? If not, please do!
SAVE THE DATE! 7th Grade Leader Meeting, Monday,
January 4, 7:00-9:00 PM, 2nd floor, Youth Center.
CONFIRMATION
ATTENTION PHASE 1 CANDIDATES!
•
The December FAMILY GATHERS due date is
December 31! Check your email or the website for details.
•
Phase 1 Confirmation meetings start January 17 (for Sunday
candidates in the Carnevale Center) and January 19 (for Tuesday
candidates in the church). This meeting is for candidates and
their parents!
ATTENTION PHASE 1 CONFIRMATION LEADERS!
We will have our leader meeting on Sunday, January 3, at
6:00 PM in room 101-102 of the Carnevale Center. All lesson
plans and leader materials will be distributed at this meeting.
(Confirmation continued in next column)
HIGH SCHOOL
Movie Night is this Wednesday at 7:00 PM in the Youth Center!
It will be the last one before the holiday break - we will return in
the new year!
January Journey Team will be meeting this Sunday,
December 20, at 6:30 PM in the Youth Center!
We welcome home all our students returning from their schools
to be with their friends and families this Christmas! May you
have safe travels and warm welcomes as you finish this semester
and we wish all the families in Youth Ministry a very Merry
Christmas!
Fourth Sunday of Advent
December 20, 2015
Elementary Religious Education
St. Mary’s School News
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 http://www.stmarys-pompton.org/Ministry/
Religious%20Education-59-Home/.
CCD Classes –Grades 1st & 2nd – Begin!
All classes are held in the Carnevale Center
from 3:45 - 5:15 PM
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As part of the Year of Mercy called for by Pope Francis, a
Liturgy was celebrated by Bishop Serratelli for the schools of
the Diocese of Paterson. Sixteen student representatives, along
with two teachers from St. Mary’s School, were invited to be
a part of this Liturgy at St. Philip Church in Clifton. It was a wonderful
experience for our students. The Year of Mercy is especially relevant
during this time of unrest throughout the world. Our students are learning
more about this special year through classroom activities and through the
homilies given during the weekly Masses at school.
On behalf of the students and staff of St. Mary’s School, I wish you a
very blessed Christmas.
Sincerely,
Carol La Salle, Principal
Grade 2: Classes begin Monday, January 4 & Tuesday,
January 5.
Parent (only) First Eucharist Meeting with Fr. Frank on Sunday,
January 10, 2:00 PM in church. At least one parent must attend.
“Like us” on Facebook!
At that meeting parents will be given all necessary information
and the date for their child’s First Eucharist Celebration
Grade 1: Classes begin Wednesday, January 6, and Thursday,
January 7.
Parent & child come to the Carnevale Center - children’s names
are called to go to their class - parents remain in Downey Hall for
Parent Meeting.
Children re-join parents in hall at 4:35 PM for Enrollment
Ceremony; children will be dismissed from Downey Hall with
parent at 5:15 PM.
Questions? 973.835.7750
GOING THROUGH
CHALLENGES?
For women & men
Financial struggles? Family worries? Loneliness? New to the
area? Experiencing losses? Cancer diagnosis for yourself or
a loved one? Chronic illness? Returned home after military
service? No matter what has come to your doorstep…care &
resources are available in our parish. Bilingual care available.
OUR PASTORAL MINISTRY CAN HELP YOU.
Call Beverly Delleart, Ministry Director, 973.835.0374, ext. 113
Christian Caregving
Stephen Ministry, Journey with Cancer Ministry, Military Care
All calls confidential. No-fee care provided.
Interested in volunteering in our ministry? Call above too!
Come and Sing with Us!
Opportunities for children ages birth - 5
M
usic Together is coming to St. Mary’s!
The Music Ministry is very excited to
offer a new early childhood music program
for children ages 0-5 and the adults who love
them. Music Together has been the pioneer in developing
a research-based early childhood music curriculum. The
St. Mary’s program will offer both the curriculum of Music
Together and the music of St. Marys in order to provide a
more faith-based experience.
Families will receive a cd of songs and a songbook with
music, lyrics and ideas for making music at home. In addition
they will have access to Music Together’s Family Music
Zone online and they will receive a quarterly newsletter
from Music Together. Classes are held on Tuesdays at 4:00
PM and Wednesdays at 9:30 AM. They begin the week of
January 10.
Registration can be found on the St. Mary’s website. Please
email Dorothy Limey for more information cdlimey@
stmary’s-pompton.org
4th Grade CCD Prayers for Peace
Dear God,
Please let us have world peace. May the poor never starve.
May the homeless find their way home. May the rich never be
greedy. May God watch over all of us! Amen - Mrs. Pacana’s Class
Fourth Sunday of Advent
December 20, 2015
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Ministry News
Food Pantry News
We thank all in the family of St. Mary’s Parish Community
for their prayers, grocery donations and their supermarket
gift cards and monetary support. Without your generosity,
we could not continue to serve all those in need. God bless
you for your Franciscan Heart!
What’s Needed Now—Parmalat Milk (whole & 2%), Spam,
Baked Beans, Peanut Butter, Jelly, Mayo, Oil, Ketchup, Dried
Beans, Canned Potatoes, Canned Peas, Canned Tomato Sauce, Hot
Chocolate, Snack Fruit Cups, Tea, Ramen Noodles, Syrup, Pancake Mix,
Healthy Snacks and Cookies, Crackers, Laundry Detergent, Toothpaste,
Toothbrushes and Toilet Paper.
Knights of Columbus Upcoming Events
Breakfast with Santa Claus
This Sunday, December 20 7:30 AM - 12:00 Noon
Catherine Spina Hall
$8 Adults, $6 Children (children under 5 free)
Breakfast includes Eggs, Sausage, French Toast, Pancakes,
Omelets made-to-order, Juice, Coffee, Tea and More
Targeted Drive—January 9/10—Hearty Soups, Man-
wich, Chili, Baked Beans, Macaroni & Cheese, Beef Stew,
Spam, Chef Boyardee, Rice, Coffee, Tea, Laundry Detergent,
Paper Towels.
19th Annual Charity Beefsteak Dinner
& Tricky Tray
When - Saturday, January 30, 2016, 7:00 - 11:00 PM
Where - Carnevale Center.
SOUP KITCHEN MINISTRY
Calling All Individuals & Families!—Please join us on the
third Saturday of each month to serve a meal to those in need
during our Soup Kitchen Outreach to Sacred Heart Church in
Jersey City. Our next trip to the Soup Kitchen will be Saturday,
January 16, 2016 - reserve your space soon!
Teach your children a hands-on appreciation and understanding of
those less fortunate in the world. All individuals & families interested
in volunteering for (1) one Saturday out of the year are encouraged to
contact Jacqueline Rose, Outreach Director, at 973.835.0374, ext. 193,
or by email at: [email protected]
Cost - still $45 (all-you-can-eat beefsteak dinner, beer, wine,
soda and dessert). Food catered by Giresi Caterers, Lodi. Door
prizes, 50/50 raffle, plenty of dancing.
For tickets - call Chris Arts, 973-492.2708; or purchase online
at secure website: www.kofc3801.org.
Remember to get your tickets early - seating is limited!
Outreach—We
will be accepting your loose change—no
bills—next weekend [December 26-27]; proceeds from this
monthly collection will benefit our Outreach Program.
Prayer Shawls Available—Anyone interested in a prayer shawl
for a special need [to celebrate special joyous occasions, to console those in need, to give hope or to comfort], please contact the
Parish Office at 973.835.0374.
Bible Study - Wednesdays, 10:00 AM - Carnevale Center!
You’re invited to join us; we are a welcoming group open to lively
discussions to enrich our scripture knowledge - everyone welcome!
Women’s Day of Reflection
Presented by Jennifer Edwards
I
s the holiday hustle bustle wearing you down? Need
something to look forward to to beat the “winter blahs?
Save the date for “Christ, our Joy!” a Women’s Day of
Reflection hosted by St. Mary’s Church Adult Faith on
Saturday, January 16, 2016, 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM in
Downey Hall.
Take the time to step away from your usual routines to
enjoy fellowship, meaningful conversation and peaceful
reflection about how we are invited to enjoy true and lasting
happiness with a personal, intimate relationship with Jesus
Christ. For more information and to register online, go to
Online Registration Tab on the St. Mary’s website.
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Pathways Counseling Center, Inc.
973.835.6337
Dr. Pamela Hall, Clinical Director
Office Phone: 732.826.2383
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
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Paris Agreement Action at Statue of Liberty
ust as the Paris climate talks came to an end on Saturday, December
12, 400 people dressed in red drew a spectacular red line around
the Statue of Liberty on a balmy, spring-like day in NYC.
Franciscan Response to Fracking (FRF) joined this action
organized by 350nyc.org to signal the human crisis of climate
change. “We are already standing in the danger zone - it is not out
there somewhere on the horizon,” Jackie Schramm, Coordinator
of FRF said and added, “In the words of Pope Francis, if we as
nations, fresh from the Paris Climate Summit, do not engage in a
‘bold cultural revolution’ now, and unite in word and action, ‘we
are at the limits of suicide.’”
Go to our website www.EarthActions.org for more photos of
this event in color.
PILGRIMAGE to the Holy Land
May 23 -- June 2, 2016
Pathway’s Counseling Center is hiring Licensed Professional
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 908.277.2383. Please
email all resumés to: [email protected]
Daily Readings for the Week
Sunday: Mi 5:1-4a; Heb 10:5-10; Lk 1:39-45
Monday: Sg 2:8-14 or Zep 3:14-18a; Lk 1:39-45
Tuesday: 1 Sm 1:24-28; Lk 1:46-56
Wednesday: Mal 3:1-4, 23-24; Lk 1:57-66
Thursday: Morning: 2 Sm 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a, 16; Lk 1:67-79
Friday:
Vigil: Is 62:1-5; Acts 13:16-17, 22-25; Mt 1:1-25 or 1:18-25
Night: Is 9:1-6; Ti 2:11-14; Lk 2:1-14
Dawn: Is 62:11-12; Ti 3:4-7; Lk 2:15-20
Day: Is 52:7-10; Heb 1:1-6; Jn 1:1-18 or 1:1-5, 9-14
Saturday: Acts 6:8-10; 7:54-59; Mt 10:17-22
Join St. Mary’s Church and Cardinal Tours
Led by Fr. Joe
“Land* and Air package” $4080 per person
[double room] *Pricing based on check payment.
The tour visits Bethlehem, Nazareth and
Jerusalem; explore the rich culture that molded the
life of Jesus Christ, while reflecting on the spiritual
and religious significance of the land.
[Breakfast, dinner, transfers and entrance fees to all.]
View itinerary and download Application
at www.israeltour.com/father joe
For additional information contact:
Betty Houston at Cardinal Tours 973.835.0177
or email Betty at [email protected]
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
The 2016 Annual Sunday Missal is now available at The
Parish Store for $4.50. Liturgy of the Hours, Christian
Prayer and Missal Guides for 2016 are also in stock.
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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.
Busquenos en Facebook:
Padre Gonzalo: Fray Gonzalo Torres OFM
Milagros Anto: Milagros Anto
Parroquia-Ministerio Hispano: Parroquia de Santa María_Pompton Lakes
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)
20 DE DICIEMBRE 2015- IV Domingo de Adviento
“En aquellos días, María se encaminó presurosa a un pueblo de
las montañas de Judea y, entrando en la casa de Zacarías, saludó a
Isabel. En cuanto ésta oyó el saludo de María, la creatura saltó en su
seno. Entonces Isabel quedó llena del Espíritu Santo y, levantando
la voz, exclamó: “¡Bendita tú entre las mujeres y bendito el fruto
de tu vientre! ¿Quién soy yo, para que la madre de mi Señor venga
a verme? Apenas llegó tu saludo a mis oídos, el niño saltó de gozo
en mi seno. Dichosa tú, que has creído, porque se cumplirá cuanto
te fue anunciado de parte del Señor.”” (Lc 1:39-45)
VIERNES 25 DE DICIEMBRE 2015- La Natividad del Señor
En aquella región había unos pastores que pasaban la noche en
el campo, vigilando por turno sus rebaños. Un ángel del Señor
se les apareció y la gloria de Dios los envolvió con su luz y se
llenaron de temor. El ángel les dijo: “No teman. Les traigo una
buena noticia, que causará gran alegría a todo el pueblo: hoy les
ha nacido, en la ciudad de David, un Salvador, que es el Mesías,
el Señor. Esto les servirá de señal: encontrarán al niño envuelto en
pañales y recostado en un pesebre”. De pronto se le unió al ángel
una multitud del ejército celestial, que alababa a Dios, diciendo:
“¡Gloria a Dios en el cielo, y en la tierra paz a los hombres de
buena voluntad!” (Lucas 2:1-14)
(Continúa en la siguiente columna)
SÁBADO 26 DE DICIEMBRE 2015- Fiesta de San Esteban
“…Entonces los miembros del sanedrín gritaron con fuerza, se
taparon los oídos y todos a una se precipitaron sobre él. Lo sacaron
fuera de la ciudad y empezaron a apedrearlo. Los falsos testigos
depositaron sus mantos a los pies de un joven, llamado Saulo.
Mientras lo apedreaban, Esteban repetía esta oración: “Señor
Jesús, recibe mi espíritu”. Después se puso de rodillas y dijo con
fuerte voz: “Señor, no les tomes en cuenta este pecado”. Diciendo
esto, se durmió en el Señor. (Hechos 6, 8-10; 7, 54-60)
Las Posadas
Las Posadas se celebran tradicionalmente en México y en el suroeste
de los Estados Unidos. Aunque la tradición varía de lugar en lugar, el
hilo común es la dramatización de la búsqueda de hospedaje realizada
por José y María, camino a Belén para hacerse contar en el censo.
Como sabemos, para María ya se acerca el momento del parto, lo
cual implica un viaje difícil para ella.
Esta versión de las Posadas nos lleva en peregrinaje con una familia
migrante de hoy en día que se desplaza entre fronteras. La familia
también procura hospedaje en tierra extraña en un tiempo de gran
carestía. Participamos en esta costumbre solidariamente con nuestros
hermanos y hermanas cruzando fronteras, conscientes de las
divisiones que estos límites han creado. Roguemos para que todos
los pueblos sepamos formar amistades, abrazando el mandato bíblico
de acoger al forastero, “ya que nosotros también fuimos alguna vez
forasteros en tierra extraña.”
Posadas 2015 en nuestras casas del 16 al 24 de diciembre
La primera posada será el miércoles 16 de diciembre a las 7:30pm
en el Centro Carnevale ( 10 Lenox Avenue Pompton Lakes NJ
07442). La última posada será el jueves 24 de diciembre - a las
7:30 PM - Se rezará el Rosario, en el Centro Carnevale.
Jueves 24 de diciembre- Misa de Nochebuena: 8:00 PM
en el Centro Carnevale. Después de Misa se hará el Arrullo al
Niño Jesús.
No habrá Misa en español el 25 de diciembre; por favor
asistir a alguna de las Misas en inglés
Domingo 3 de enero- Misa Epifanía - (Reyes Magos). Después
de Misa habrá un Desayuno Comunitario con entrega de regalos a
los niños.
Trabajando Juntos con Jesús en una relación más saludable
Habrá un retiro para parejas (casadas y no casadas) en el invierno, el
22 y el 23 de enero, comenzando el viernes a las 10 de mañana y terminando
el sábado al medio día. El Padre Jhon Fredy Guarnizo, Párroco de la Iglesia
de La Santísima Trinidad en Jacksonville, Florida, será el predicador. El
Padre Guarnizo tiene un título en periodismo y comunicación social, una
maestría en Divinidad del Seminario de Notre Dame en New Orleans,
Louisiana, y está finalizando otra maestría en consejería de familia. Más
detalles en las próximas semanas.
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Formación de Fe para Adultos
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).
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.
Bautismos en español
Visita y Sacramento de Unción de los Enfermos
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.
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]
Catequesis/Preparación para la Primera Comunión en español
Sacramento de la Reconciliación (Confesión)—En el
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]).
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
(Continúa en la siguiente columna)
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.
Visita de la Virgen Peregrina:
Si desea llevar a casa por una semana la imagen de Nuestra
Santísima Madre María para orar por las necesidades de su familia,
nuestra parroquia, la Iglesia y el mundo, por favor reservar con
Elkin Vargas 973.557.5459
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.
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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.
La última clase de inglés del semestre será el miércoles 16. No
habrá clases durante los meses de enero y febrero.
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, [email protected]. También pueden 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!
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
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]).
¿Quiere ser un fraile franciscano?
Debe tener un status legal de inmigración en los EEUU, ser soltero,
tener entre los 21 y 45 años de edad, tener buen estado de salud física y
mental. ¡Imagínese en el hábito franciscano! Para más información
en español, favor comunicarse con el Padre Gonzalo, Director
Asistente de Vocaciones de los Frailes Franciscanos (Provincia
del Santo Nombre) 1.973.835.0374, ext. 702 Correo electrónico:
[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 16 de enero. 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
El Papa Francisco ha declarado un “AÑO DE MISERICORDIA”
(la misión de ser testigos de la misericordia de Dios), el cual
comienza el 8 de diciembre de 2015, y concluye el 20 de noviembre
de 2016. Los frailes franciscanos de la Provincia del Santo Nombre
ofrecen una oración diaria en el folleto “La Misericordia de
Bolsillo” el cual está disponible este fin de semana. Por favor tome
uno y lea la reflexión diariamente.
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Collection Update
November 2015
Sunday and Misc. Midweek Collection $95,154 Faith Direct Monthly
50,185
Total Received
$145,339
November 2014
Sunday and Misc. Midweek Collection $99,069
Faith Direct Monthly
56,510
Total Received
$155,579
Decrease for November
($10,240)
We are most grateful for your generous support given to the
pastoral needs of our parish!
Memorial Vigil Lights
T
here are a few Memorial Vigil Lights 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 Office and fill out a request form.