Saint Joseph. Roman Catholic Church. Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ November 16, 2014

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1 Saint Joseph Roman Catholic Church Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ November 16, 2014 Oradell / New Milford, New Jersey PASTOR: Msgr. David C. Hubba PAROCHIAL VICARS: Rev. Andrew Park Rev. Roy Regaspi DEACON: George Montalvo PASTOR EMERITUS: Rev. George M. Reilly MASS SCHEDULE SUNDAY Saturday 5:00 pm Sunday 7:30 am, 9:00 am, 10:30 am, 12:00 pm DAILY Weekdays & Saturday HOLY DAYS as announced Miraculous Medal Novena Monday, 7:00 pm in Mary s Chapel Eucharistic Adoration First Wednesday of Month 9 am 5 pm in Mary s Chapel Icon of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception to visit Saint Joseph Church November See page 3. SACRAMENTS Confession: Saturday, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Baptism Contact the Parish Office. Marriage Arrangements should be made with a priest at least one year in advance. Sick/Homebound/Hospital Call the Parish Office. Christian Initiation of Adults RCIA Contact the Parish Office. PARISH REGISTRATION Contact the Parish Office. Office Location Phone Website Parish Office 105 Harrison St., New Milford office@sjcnj.org sjcnj.org Religious Education 105 Harrison St., New Milford religioused@sjcnj.org sjcnjre.org Saint Joseph School 305 Elm St., Oradell office@sjsusa.org sjsusa.org the greenhouse-prek 305 Elm St., Oradell vailc@greenhouseusa.org greenhouseusa.org Office Hours: Parish: Mon.-Fri.: 9 am 5 pm; Rel. Ed.: Mon Thurs.: 9:30 am 5 pm (Also by appointment.)

2 SAINT JOSEPH CHURCH ORADELL/NEW MILFORD, NJ Saturday 5:00 pm Sunday 7:30 am 9:00 am am 10:30 am MC 12:00 pm Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 5:00 pm Sunday 7:30 am 9:00 am am 10:30 am MC 12:00 pm November 15, 2014 Arthur M. Schrader, Jr. November 16, 2014 The People of the Parish Deceased Members of the Prior & Plinio Families Betty Jane Corbett (Anniversary Remembrance) Arsenia V.; Bernadetta; Syliva Karen Gangi November 17, 2014 Anna Fischetti John Dabrowski (Third Anniversary Remembrance) November 18, 2014 Timothy Kehoe Catherine Brady November 19, 2014 Nancy Regaspi Rolando Cruz November 20, 2014 Frank Conti Antonio B. Claveria, Sr. November 21, 2014 Sharon Ogden Brian Patrick Coogan November 22, 2014 Violet Mary Guion Michael Marino November 23, 2014 People of the Parish Ida & Silvio De Nicolo Felice Bartolomeo Deceased Members of the Piazza Family Carmela & Simon Scarano BREAD AND WINE INTENTIONS The Bread and Wine for the week of November 16, 2014 is offered in loving memory of Helen O Brien As requested by the O Brien Family. PRAYER REQUESTS Let us remember those who are ill: Dorothy Sims, Ann Androvett, Quintin Saavedra Let us remember those who have recently died: Rev. Thomas M. Foye Let us remember those serving in the military. Sunday Collection for Week of November 9, 2014 Basket ParishPay TOTAL $8,791 $3,986 $12,777 * The monthly ParishPay collection remains the same but is distributed over five weeks in November. A STEWARDSHIP REFLECTION Well done, good and faithful servant; you have been faithful over a little, I will set you over much. Matthew 25:21 God expects us to nurture and develop the gifts He has given us and then generously give back with increase. He doesn t want us to waste or hoard the gifts He has given us; He expects us to grow our gifts, use them wisely and be generous with them. GIVE THANKS BY GIVING BACK THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE NOV Our parish Social Concerns Committee will again be collecting food for those in need this holiday season. See our Thanksgiving Food Drive Shopping List on page 5 of this bulletin. Clip out the list of items needed and take it with you when you go to the supermarket. You can also give a monetary donation if you prefer. SEE PAGE 5 for details about our parish Thanksgiving Food Drive. VISIT US ON OUR WEBSITES Church: sjcnj.org School: sjsusa.org Religious Education: sjcnjre.org Saint Joseph Parish Staff Msgr. Richard Groncki..Weekend Assistant Parish Trustees....Brendan Walsh & Carol Winkler Deacon George Montalvo... Dir. of Religious Education Mrs. Arlene Kennedy. Sacraments Coordinator Mr. Monroe Quinn... Director of Music Mr. Tom Meli.. Facilities Director Mrs. Phyllis Vrola. Business Manager Mrs. Anne Annunziato.. Parish Secretary Mrs. Colette Vail Principal of Saint Joseph School Mrs. Angela Gussoni... Vice Principal Mrs. Diane Hellriegel.. Dir. of Communications/ Bulletin Editor 2

3 THIRTY-THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME, NOVEMBER 16, 2014 FROM THE PASTOR S DESK Que bec s Immaculate Conception Cathedral, dating from 1664, was the principal church for a diocese that then included all of France s North American territories, an expanse of land that far exceeded all of Europe in size, extending from the Atlantic Ocean to the great western plains and, southward, down the Mississippi Valley to Louisiana. When a fire damaged the church in 1922, one casualty was a painting of Our Lady created in the 18th century. Sister Mary of the Eucharist, a Sister of Charity of Que bec, painted an appealing replacement for it that now overlooks the cathedral s main altar. You can see it on the front page of this bulletin. A copy of this painting is the visual centerpiece for the current Knights of Columbus Immaculate Conception Prayer Program, which began in August of 2013 and will conclude this December 28. We will have this reproduction on display in the main church at next weekend s Masses. In addition, there will be a special prayer service in Mary s Chapel next Saturday after the Mass, at which the painting will also be shown. Archbishop Ge rald Cyprien Lacroix of Que bec, speaking at the inauguration of this initiative of the Knights of Columbus, said: May Our Lady accompany our Church and all the members of our Order all over the world Like her, we want to be open to the Holy Spirit and available to accomplish God s plan in today s world. And following Our Lady s example, we want to leave with haste as she did, to share the Good News of the Gospel [with] a world that needs the hope and the truth and the love of Jesus Christ. The interfaith Thanksgiving service sponsored by the River Dell Interreligious Clergy Association will take place next Sunday at 4:00 pm at the First Congregational Church of River Edge, located at 109 Continental Avenue (at Kinderkamack Road). This year s preacher is Reverend David Horst, the pastor of Paramus s Central Unitarian Church. The prayers and uplifting music we share will be a fine way to approach the Thanksgiving holiday, as people from a variety of faith traditions thank God together for the blessings they have received, keeping faith with the words of Psalm 20: Sing praise to the Lord, you his faithful ones, and give thanks to his holy name. Msgr. David Hubba See our bulletin IN COLOR at sjcnj.org 3 IMAGE OF OUR LADY OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION TO VISIT OUR CHURCH NOVEMBER A Welcoming Prayer Service when the icon arrives will be held on Saturday, November 22 immediately following the Mass. We will move to the upper church (at approximately 9:00 am) for the Service which will replace our Third Saturday Prayer. The icon will be displayed at all the weekend Masses in the upper church. The Miraculous Medal Novena on Monday, November 24 will be moved to the upper church where we will hold a Closing Prayer Service as part of the Novena. AN EARLY CHRISTMAS GIFT FOR YOU! MARY OF NAZARETH FILM DECEMBER 7 FREE! Did you miss the chance to see the wonderful feature film on the life of Our Blessed Mother or would you like to see it again? You can at no cost on Sunday, December 7, the eve of the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, at 6:30 pm in Mary s Chapel in the lower church. (The cost of the license to show the film has been covered by previous ticket sales. We are now blessed to be able to offer it to the parish free of charge!) Come and see this beautiful, inspiring fulllength film on the life of the Blessed Virgin Mary. CATHOLIC CAMPAIGN FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT COLLECTION THIS WEEKEND For over 46.5 million Americans, there is a thin line between eviction and home, between hunger and Never tire of working for a more just world, marked by greater solidarity! Pope Francis health, between unemployment and work, between anxiety and stability. This line for a family of four is the poverty line $23,283 a year. (U.S. Census Bureau, 2012) The Catholic Campaign for Human Development is dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty by funding community programs that encourage independence. You are essential to its success. Your generous donations will give those in poverty the support they need to make lasting changes. Together, we can make a difference in families and communities across the United States. Please donate prayerfully and generously. If you do not use our parish envelopes and wish to donate, simply put your donation in an envelope marked Catholic Campaign for Human Development and drop it off at the Rectory or mail it to 105 Harrison Street, New Milford, NJ (Checks should be made out to Saint Joseph Church. )

4 SAINT JOSEPH CHURCH ORADELL/NEW MILFORD, NJ DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT THE BLESSED MOTHER AND THE SAINTS? WOMEN'S CORNERSTONE MEETING NOVEMBER 19 As we approach the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary on December 8, we may discover that we have questions about the woman God chose to be the mother of His Son. If you have ever made a Cornerstone Retreat, even at another parish, you are very welcome to attend our monthly meeting this Wednesday evening, November 19, at 8:00 pm in the Knights of Columbus Hall at 199 River Road in New Milford. A wonderful evening of praise and thanksgiving is in store for us as we actively participate in planning our Cornerstone Weekend which is scheduled for March 6-7, Please come. Registrations for our March retreat weekend will be available if you want to invite a friend to it. Help to spread the word that Jesus cares and so do we! See you on Wednesday at 8:00 pm. What s all the fuss about Mary and the saints? many wonder. Do they think she s a goddess? Doesn t all this attention to Mary take away from a relationship with Jesus? What do Catholics really mean when they say they pray to Mary and the saints? What role should Mary play in the life of every believer? To learn the answers to these questions and more, register to view the wonderful videos of the Symbolon series for FREE (as a parishioner of Saint Joseph Church). There is no obligation; just the opportunity to see compelling, high quality videos from any device at any time; to learn the Faith from some of the Church s best teachers; to join a growing group at our parish that is deepening their faith like never before! DISCOVER THE BOY SCOUTING EXPERIENCE AT SAINT JOSEPH PARISH TROOP/PACK 142 If you are looking for your son ages 7 to 18 to have great experiences, make friends, develop skills, learn to help others, build character, explore his faith, gain confidence and have fun then Saint Joseph Boy Scout Troop 142/Cub Scout Pack 142 is the place for him. Contact Jay at , Randy at or Gerard at Just 3 Easy Steps: 1. Go to SymbolonCatholic.org/register 2. Enter our parish code: 76c1be 3. Set up your own username and password That s it! Now you can watch this series at your convenience. For more information, please contact Fr. Roy Regaspi at SAINT JOSEPH PARISH GARDEN OF SAINTS CONTINUES TO GROW Work is continuing on the commemorative path and shrines of the Garden of Saints located behind the parish office/rectory on Harrison Street. In addition to the shrine (with memorial pavers) to Saint Francis of Assisi (not visible in the photo), and the shrine to Saint Anthony of Padua, shown surrounded by beautiful variegated holly and Andromeda plants, workers are now completing the stonework that will support our shrine to Saint Thérèse of Lisieux ( The Little Flower ). In addition to these three saints, the Garden will also include a beautiful area dedicated to the Blessed Mother and our patron Saint Joseph, an area with benches for quiet prayer and reflection, and a finished patio area for parish gatherings and hospitality. Completion of the garden is expected in April. Everyone will be welcome to spend time there enjoying its peace and beauty. If you have any questions about it, please see Facilities Director Tom Meli. All this has been done thanks to the donations of generous parishioners. No parish operating funds have been spent on it. 4

5 THIRTY-THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME, NOVEMBER 16, 2014 CUT THIS OUT TO USE WHEN YOU GO GROCERY SHOPPING BLOOD DRIVE NOVEMBER 30 Life Shared! Life Saved! Please support the Saint Joseph Church Blood Drive Date: Sunday, November 30, 2014 Time: 9:00am to 1:30pm Location: Saint Joseph Lower School Parking Lot One out of three people will need blood. It could be a friend, a family member, or you. FOOD DRIVE AT SAINT JOSEPH NOVEMBER Lord when did we see You hungry, and feed you, or thirsty, and give You drink? Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brethren, you did it to Me. Matt. 25: 37, 40 There is a Sign-Up Board in the Harrison Street foyer of the church. Please sign up there. If you have any questions or would prefer to sign up by phone, please call Joan at Our Thanksgiving Food Drive will take place next weekend. Your generous donations will bless those in need of the Food Pantries at the Church of the Ascension in New Milford and our Brother/Sister Parish of St. Joseph in Jersey City. Donor Guidelines: bring I.D.; weight over 110 lbs.; general good health. Complimentary non-fasting Glucose & Cholesterol screening with every donation. If you prefer, you may make a monetary donation. Please make your check payable to Saint Joseph Church and mark the envelope Food Drive. COMMUNITY INTERFAITH THANKSGIVING SERVICE NOVEMBER 23 The following is a list of items often requested. Please make sure that the food is NOT OUTDATED. Thank you for using your own grocery bags! All are encouraged to attend the annual Community Interfaith Thanksgiving Service sponsored by the River Dell Interreligious Clergy Association, will be held on Sunday, November 23, at 4:00 pm, at the First Congregational Church of River Edge, 109 Continental Avenue (at Kinderkamack Road). Faith Communities taking part in the service will include Temple Avodat Shalom of River Edge, First Congregational Church of River Edge, Grace Lutheran Church of River Edge, Central Unitarian Church of Paramus, Saint Joseph Roman Catholic Church of Oradell/New Milford, St. Peter the Apostle Roman Catholic Church of River Edge, and Church of the Annunciation (Episcopal) of Oradell. Baby Food/Formula Baked Beans/ Pork & Beans (Dried or Canned) Beans Bisquick/Pancake Mix /Syrup Cake Mix/Frosting Cereal Coffee/Tea Cranberry Sauce Fruit (Canned) Fruit Juice Gravy Jello/Pudding HARVEST MOON DANCE NOVEMBER 22 Deodorant Dishwashing Liquid Garbage Bags Laundry Detergent Napkins/Paper Towels All are welcome to the Knights of Columbus Harvest Moon Dance at the K of C Hall, 199 River Road, New Milford on Saturday, November 22 from 8:00 pm to midnight. Admission is $20 per person for advanced tickets ($25 at the door). A live band will perform music from the 50s and 60s. Coffee and dessert will be served. You may bring table snacks. There will be a cash bar. For more information and advance ticket sales, contact Bob at Macaroni & Cheese Mayo/Mustard/Ketchup Meat/Fish (Canned) Beef Stew (Canned) Milk (Powdered or Canned) Pasta/Pasta Sauce Peanut Butter & Jelly Potatoes (Canned or Instant) Rice Salad Dressing Soup (Canned) Stuffing Mix Sugar/Salt/Pepper/Etc. Vegetables (Canned) Shampoo Shaving Cream Soap Toilet Paper Toothpaste *Please bring your donations to the Saint Joseph Rectory Garage, before or after any of the Masses next weekend. TURKEYS may be dropped off at that time, or on Monday morning, November 24 before 9:30 am. 5

6 CLEANING OUT YOUR CLOSET? All the clothing, shoes, and small household items that you generously donate and deposit in the bin located in our Rectory parking lot will be sold with the proceeds being used to support the many programs for the needy as provided by Catholic Charities. Tax receipts are available, either paper or to your smartphone. Catholic Charities will report periodically to us on the amount of money generated from our donation bin. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a larger pick up, please call toll free SFIC ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BREAKFAST DECEMBER 4 The Scholarship Fund for Inner City Children invites all parishioners to join them for their Annual Christmas Breakfast on Thursday, December 4 from 9:00 am to 10:30 am at Saint Michael s School, 27 Crittenden Street, Newark. The Annual Christmas Breakfast will give our guests a first hand view of one of our vibrant schools in action. Take a tour, meet some students, enjoy the surroundings and the spirit of a school that changes lives forever. To R.S.V.P. or for more information, call or Barbara Cortes at cortesba@rcan.org SAINT JOSEPH CHURCH ORADELL/NEW MILFORD, NJ 2ND ANNUAL ARCHBISHOP MYERS LECTURE SERIES DECEMBER 3 Noted theologian Dr. Regis Martin will be speaking at Seton Hall University as part of the Archbishop John J. Myers Lecture Series on Still Point: Loss, Longing and our Search for God. Dr. Martin explores the progression experienced through the pursuit of God defined by hope, despite the dilemma of individual solitude and universal judgment. The lecture will be held at 5:00 pm on December 3 in Jubilee Hall Auditorium. Admission is FREE and all are welcome to attend. SUPPORT OUR ADVERTISERS They help to support Saint Joseph Church. Contact Tim Demski at if you d like to advertise. TRAVEL TO THE HOLY LAND WITH FR. ROY JANUARY Join our own Fr. Roy Regaspi on this very special pilgrimage. Walk in the footsteps of our Savior and His Blessed Mother. Explore the sacred places of His birth, life, death and resurrection. Visit Haifa, Jerusalem, Bethlehem, the Sea of Galilee, Nazareth, Masada, the Dead Sea, and much more. For more information, call Fr. Roy at or by at rbregaspi@gmail.com LOVE IS OUR MISSION: THE FAMILY FULLY ALIVE Called together from all over the world in faithful celebration of the family the sanctuary of love and life the World Meeting of Families will take place in Philadelphia from September 22-27, Since its inception by Saint John Paul II in 1994, the World Meeting of Families has strengthened the sacred bonds of families across the globe. Held every three years and sponsored by the Holy See s Pontifical Council for the Family, the World Meeting of Families is the world s largest Catholic gathering of families. Go to worldmeeting2015.org to learn more about this exciting event and see how you can get involved. CATHOLIC ADVOCATE Here is the link to Nov. 12 edition of the Archdiocesan newspaper, The Catholic Advocate Sacrament of Marriage November 7, 2014 Allison Vigliotti & James Galante 6