Church of St. Jude Blairstown, New Jersey

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2 ST. JUDE CHURCH DECEMBER 16, 2018 THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT P.O. Box N, 7 Eisenhower Road, Blairstown, NJ 0785 Ph. (908) stjudech@ptd.net Web Page: stjudech.org Office hours: Mon. to Thurs. 9:30 AM-Noon and 1-3:30 PM Friday 9:30 AM-Noon Fr. Ronald Jandernoa, pastor Barbara Phillips - Pastoral Associate Office of Faith Formation - Religious Education and Youth Ministry Marie Draghi, PCL Phone # stjudefaithform@gmail.com Beth Thornton, Asst. PCL & Youth Group Coordinator stjudecrosstrainingyouth@gmail.com Director of Music Ministry, Robert Van Dongen Text to MASS INTENTIONS SATURDAY DECEMBER 15 5:00 PM Vigil Donald & Anne Keady r/o the Fritschy Family THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT, Dec. 16 8:15 AM Jacqueline Phillips r/o Mary Mc Crone 10:30 AM Joanne & Peter Wojtach r/o Famiy 5:00 PM Parishioners of St. Jude Church MONDAY DECEMBER 17 9:00 AM Stephen O'Neill r/o Steve & Kathleen Warwick TUESDAY DECEMBER 18 9:00 AM Rose Windaman r/o Mary Mc Crone WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 19 9:00 AM Frank Mc Crone r/o Rita & Tom Gross THURSDAY DECEMBER 20 9:00 AM Robert Hamer r/o Lois & Tim Sullivan FRIDAY DECEMBER 21 9:00 AM Raymond De Angelo - 10th Anniversary r/o his wife Shirley SATURDAY DECEMBER 22 5:00 PM Vigil Albin & Marie Fritschy r/o the Fritschy Family FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT, Dec. 23 8:15 Parishioners of St. Jude Church 10:30 AM Fran Mc Crone r/o the Mc Crone Family 5:00 PM Annamarie Martin r/o Pam & Sandy Chiarelo r/o = request of THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT Zep 3:14-18a; Phil 4:4-7; Lk 3:10-18 Monday: Gn 49:2, 8-10; Mt 1:1-17 Tuesday: Jer 23:5-8; Mt 1:18-25 Wednesday: Jgs 13:2-7, 24-25a; Lk 1:5-25 Thursday: Is 7:10-14; Lk 1:26-38 Friday: Saint Peter Canisius, Priest, Doctor of the Church Sg 2:8-14 or Zep 3:14-18a; Lk 1:39-45 Saturday: 1 Sm 1:24-28; Lk 1:46-56 FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT Mi 5:1-4a; Heb 10:5-10; Lk 1:39-45 Fellowship Café This Sunday Dec Parish Christmas Luncheon will be served after the Live Nativity ST. JUDE - PARISH MISSION STATEMENT We the parish family of St. Jude, as members of the Body of Christ proclaim the Good News of Jesus in our worship, words and deeds. Out of love for God and neighbor, we dedicate our time, talents and treasures to the service of our faith community and to those who are in need SUNDAY OFFERINGS Cumulative Sunday offerings needed July 1 - Nov. 30: $137,984 Actual Cumulative Sunday offerings July 1 - Nov. 30, 2018: $114,136 Amount short of what is needed to cover ordinary exp. $23,856 Average weekly collection needed for operating expenses $6,272 Average Weekly Collection July 1 to Nov. 30, 2018: $5,188 Sunday, DECEMBER 9, 2018 $4,319 ($ through Online Giving) Last Year $4,121 Immaculate Conception, December 8, 2018 $1,350 Last Year $ OUR BLESSINGS ARE FROM GOD Many people tithe 5% to the local parish and 5% to other charitable needs like second collections. By our tithing we proclaim our faith that our blessings are from God, and, with confidence and joy, we give a portion of those blessings to support God s work in our church community. Our secure giving option is accessible through our church website: stjudech.org From the Pastor Gaudete (rejoice) Sunday marks the turning of the Season of Advent, we are getting close to the great celebrations of the Lord s coming. In this Sunday s Gospel St. John the Baptism has words about the coming Christ Now the people were filled with expectation, and all were asking in their hearts whether John might be the Messiah. John answered one mightier than I is coming. I am not worthy to loosen the thongs of his sandals. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire. (John2:14-14). We kindle in our hearts the joy of the coming of our Savior the coming of Christmas. The king is coming let us be prepared. I encourage all to make use of the Sacrament of Reconciliation before Christmas. A Penance Service at St. Jude Church will be held this Tuesday at 7:30 PM. Reflection: Have no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, make your requests known to God. (PHILIPPIANS 4:6) St. Paul reminds us that our God is an abundant God, the ultimate giver of gifts. He promises to give us all that we need. When we trust that God will take care of us, it is easier for us to share what we have been given.

3 THIS WEEK AT ST. JUDE Sunday, Live Nativity after 10:30 AM Mass Christmas Party Luncheon after Outdoor Nativity During the Christmas luncheon Volunteers will sort and mix the donated cookies for distribution to the food pantry. Monday 10:00 AM Decorate Church, volunteers welcome Tuesday, 4:15-5:30 PM Faith Formation Classes Tuesday 4:30 PM Confessions Tuesday, 7:30 PM Advent Penance Service with visiting priests available to hear confessions Wednesday, 9:30 AM to 11:00 PM Eucharistic Adoration with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament in the Chapel Wednesday 7:30 PM Women s Life Meeting Thursday 5:00 AM to 9:00 AM Eucharistic Adoration with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament in the Chapel Friday 9:45 to 10:15 AM Confessions Friday 12 Noon to 12:30 PM Confessions Saturday 3:30-4:30 PM Confessions Upcoming events Christmas Mass Schedule December 24, Christmas Eve 4:00 PM vigil mass in Church 4:05 PM Vigil Mass in McNulty Hall 9:00 PM Mass during the Night in Church December 25, Christmas Day 9 AM Mass and 11 AM Mass January 11, 6 PM Doors open for Gift Certificate Tricky Tray January 18, 6 AM Bus leaves St. Jude for March for Life in Washington D.C. PRAYER AND DEVOTIONS Adoration, devotions and prayer are open to all. Monday to Friday, 8:15 AM Morning Prayer Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM Rosary Monday, after 9:00 AM Mass St. Jude Novena Wednesday 9:40 AM to 11 PM Adoration in the chapel Thursday 5:00 AM to 9:00 AM Adoration in the chapel First Friday of the month after 9 AM Mass Litany of the Sacred Heart PARISH MEMORIAL SOCIETY Members are enrolled for 12 Masses on the First Friday of the month at 9:00 AM, for a special offering. A special card will be given for each enrollment. To enroll and/or for further information, please check with the parish office. Question of the Week The joy of kindness Reading I: Zephaniah 3:14 18a (promise of a Savior) Reading II: Philippians 4:4 7 (joy and peace) Gospel: Luke 3:10 18 (John calls the people to justice) Key Passage: Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice. Let your gentleness be known to everyone. (Philippians 4:4 5) Adult: To whom have your past acts of mercy and forgiveness brought joy? What act of compassion could you do this week? Youth: What is it like for you to receive compassion and forgiveness from someone? How can you be compassionate toward someone this week? PRAYER REQUESTS Please remember the following who are sick or suffering or need special prayer and have requested that we pray for them: Bette Ann Kolodziej, Helen Naklicki, Mary Chechelo, Todd Quinn, Gladys & Ed Hillyerd, Bob Kolodziej; our brave military and their families serving around the world, George Balcato in the Navy and the Balcato Family, Karen Reddick, Paul Ritter, Julie Repasky, Jim Gilmore, Donna & Bill O'Reilly, Maryanne Lang, Stefan Grande, Livia Coleman, Lucy Radigan, Joan & Andy Straut, St. Jude Giving Tree Preschool students, families and teachers, Carol Moore, John, Doug Fazio, Joseph N. Martinelli, Anne Masey, Danielle Hubler, Timothy Card, Dr. Gary Arvary, Adolf Napholz, Thomas Butler, Timothy Sullivan, James Walsh, John Walsh, Terry Corcoran, Kathleen McCallum, Baby Clare Desmond, Martin Morison, Agnes Suarez, Jean Donohue, Valerie Henderson, Barbara Shepley, Tom Gross, Kathy Gawley, Debbie Alfier, Paul Jandernoa, Mario LaGuardia, David Bratcher, Robert C. Wolff, baby Edwin Song, Richard Cook, James Walsh, Jarvis & JoAnn Knapp. If you would like someone to be on the Prayer List please contact the Parish Office by phone, or by stjudech@ptd.net. We begin a new prayer list every January 1 and July Lighting Hearts on Fire lightingheartsonfire.org Year of preparation for Diocesan Consecration has begun and will conclude with Bishop Checchio consecrating the Diocese on December 12, Bishop Checchio began the special year at Evening Prayer this past Wednesday on the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Host the image of Our Lady for a week More information will come about hosting Our Lady of Guadalupe in your home for a week. The traveling image will be in one parishioner s home at a time. The image will be part of a kit with prayer and rosary. Another image will be designated for faith formation families to host. The image will travel from home to home as part the special year called for by Bishop Checchio to prepare for Diocesan Consecration. Remediation expense The total remediation expense paid out as of November 30 is $77,245. What remains is the expense and work for installing a septic tank. Funds raised towards these expenses We are grateful for the offerings given through Pic-an-Envelope which raised $25,867. Another offering was made for the Remediation/Septic expenses of $ The Bishop s Annual Rebate of $3, will also be used for this. How can you help? More donations are welcome to help cover this expense. Just put remediation on envelope and send in or put in collection. Check bulletin for upcoming St. Jude Gift Card and Gift Certificate Tricky Tray. The proceeds will help with these expenses.

4 Office of Faith Formation and Discipleship for Families Marie Scocca-Draghi, PCL Office Beth Thornton, Assistant PCL & Youth Group Coordinator December Sunday classes: 16th, 23rd* 23rd is Live Nativity Snow Day- if live Nativity and luncheon takes place on the 16th there will be no classes or events on the 23rd December Tuesday classes: 18th Regular Mass attendance is the most vital aspect of Faith Formation. As part of the curriculum Catechists inspire the children to encourage their own families to attend Mass as a Family. LIVE NATIVITY and LUNCHEON Our IGNITE students will be presenting the annual Live Nativity after the 10:30am Mass this Sunday December 16th All are welcome to join us for a hot luncheon to follow in McNulty Hall. 7th Annual Operation Christmas Cookie Anyone interested in donating a dozen of your favorite Christmas cookie recipe are welcome to participate in Operation Christmas Cookie Sunday December 16th! During the Christmas luncheon Volunteers will sort and mix the donated cookies for distribution to the food pantry. Any questions please contact Office for Faith Formation PARISH CHRISTMAS PARTY Our annual Christmas Soup Luncheon is this Sunday, December 16, following the Live Nativity. Santa and Elfie will be on hand to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas! WOMEN S LIFE LIVING IN FAITH EVERYDAY Have you ever felt a need to connect with other Catholic women, but weren't sure how to do it? The women meet on the 1 st an 3 rd Wednesday of each month, at 7:00PM. Our purpose is to provide an opportunity to encourage one another as we reflect on God s word, and discuss how it impacts our daily lives as we struggle to be faithful to Jesus in our turbulent, changing culture. We are inviting women of all ages, married, single, older and younger. Celia Bouffidis at cbouffidis@gmail.com Mary Ho at jiaying22@ptd.net or Join the Choir Music Ministry at St. Jude Church To join the choir or for more information about St. Jude parish choir, contact Bob VanDongen, Director of Music Ministry by texting him at Blessed Mother s Prayer Group You are invited to join the Blessed Mothers Prayer Group, at 7:30 PM in the Chapel on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Everyone is welcome to join us for an hour of prayer and thanksgiving to Our Blessed Mother for all she has done for us and continues to do. Art and Crafts Group at St. Jude Church Thank you to the Arts and Crafts Group for donating craft items to the Ladies Guild bake sale. A special thank you to Paul for his exceptional wood mangers and bird houses, to Liz for her beautiful candles, and Jeannette for her lovely paintings and crocheted items. If you are interested in donating any of your pieces in the future to help the church's various ministries please call Jeannette at (908) St. Jude Book Club Thank you to all who have participated in the St. Jude Book Club. We enjoyed reading and learning about our faith by reading and discussing Beautiful Mercy, Mother Teresa of Calcutta A Personal Portrait, and Resisting Happiness. We look forward to meeting again next year to continue to share and grow in our faith together! Prayer Shawl and Rosary Ministry The Prayer Shawl and Rosary Ministry is looking for volunteers who would like to crochet or knit a shawl for ailing parishioners. This can be done at the convenience of your own home and according to your own schedule. We are also looking for volunteers who would like to make rosaries to be given along with the shawls. This is a great way to share our faith and to give our fellow parishioners comfort from their parish family. If you would like more information about this volunteer opportunity please contact Jeannette at (908) Prayer shawls and rosaries are now prepared to be distributed to parishioners. Do you know a parishioner who is in need of a prayer shawl? Please contact Barbara at the parish office for more information at (908) Christmas Gift Project Take a tag or two off the tree All gifts must be back in the church by this Sunday December 16 th. Gifts returned after Dec. 16 th will not be delivered until after Christmas. Please put all the gift cards in the collection basket. You will be bringing joy too many needy families and individuals. If you take a tag and decide not to buy the item, please put the tag back on the tree. Thank you for all your past and continued support. Your generosity will be greatly appreciated.

5 St. Jude Advent Penance Service Tuesday 7:30 PM St. Jude Church Visiting Priests will be available to hear Confessions Prepare the Way of the Lord. Repent and receive God s mercy. DECEMBER FOOD PANTRY ITEMS Peanut butter/jelly Boxed milk Pasta sauces Coffee/tea Canned tuna/chicken Applesauce Oatmeal/cream of wheat Canned fruits Flour/sugar/baking items Gravy Soups/chicken & Beef Broth Salad dressings Mayo/mustard/ketchup Boxed potatoes Olive oil/cooking oil Mac and cheese Cookies & crackers Feminine products Tissues/napkins/paper towels Dish/laundry soap Thank you for your generosity! If you have any questions please Stacey (teams99@ptd.net) or Jenny Dear St. Jude s Family, The Food Pantry Ministry would like to express their sincerest gratitude for your generosity over the Thanksgiving Holiday. Your turkey donations assisted the Blairstown Area in providing 100 local families with a plentiful Thanksgiving Dinner! Thank you and God Bless! Augustinian Recollect Sisters' Baked Goods Sales The baked goods that were ordered are delivered to St. Jude Church this weekend December 15 and 16 for pickup after the masses. Please make checks payable to: Augustinian Recollect Sisters. The sisters will also accept prayer requests and donations. You may send your prayers and donations to: 20 Manunka Chunk Rd, Belvidere, NJ 07823, or drop it off during ordering of the baked goods. For information please contact Robert Ho, (908) , rhmt1998@gmail.com St. Jude Gift Card and Gift Certificate Tricky Tray St. Jude Church - McNulty Hall January 11, 2019 Doors open 6:00 PM Now Accepting Donations of Gift Cards and/or Gift Certificates St. Jude Gift Card and Gift Certificate Tricky Tray to be held January 11th, 2019 (tentative date). Doors will open at 6:00 pm. This tricky tray will benefit St. Jude Church. We are taking donations of Gift Card and/or Gift Certificates to area businesses, restaurants, etc. Any denominations are welcome. If you own a business, a gift certificate towards services would be a great way to market your company. If you wish to make a monetary donation towards a Gift Card or Gift Certificate, we also welcome the donation. Please make a note on the check (for Tricky Tray) payable to St. Jude Church and send to St. Jude Church, PO Box N, Blairstown, NJ. If you have any questions, please contact Marinelle or Rachelle at Someone will be available for donation collections on the following dates: Saturday 12/15 after 5:00pm mass Sunday 12/16 after 10:15am mass Donations in an envelope marked tricky tray can also be placed in collection baskets during all masses Stress in Your Marriage! Do you feel lost, alone or bored in your marriage? Are you frustrated, hurt or angry with your spouse? Are you constantly fighting? Or, do you simply shut down? Have you thought about separation or divorce? Does talking about it only make it worse? Retrouvaille is a Lifeline to Help Couples Heal and Renew their Marriages. The program consists of a weekend experience for married couples (no group discussions) with six followup sessions. UPCOMING WEEKEND: February 8-10, 2019 For more information call the Family Life Office at TO REGISTER: Call Rich & Annette Colasuonno or 3024@retrouvaille.org

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