OUR LADY OF SORROWS ST. ANTHONY

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1 The Parish Family of OUR LADY OF SORROWS ST. ANTHONY Two Churches One Family Our Lady of Sorrows Church 3816 East State Street Ext. St. Anthony Church 626 South Olden Avenue Parish Office & Mailing Address (Located in the Hall at Our Lady of Sorrows Church) 3816 East State St. Ext., Hamilton, NJ Parish Office Hours (Closed Sundays and holidays as announced in the bulletin) Mon. - Thu., 9:00 am - 12:30 pm; 1:45-8:00 pm Fri., 9:00 am - 12:30 pm; 1:45-4:30 pm; Sat., 8:30 am - 12:30 pm Phone: Fax: Website: info@ols-sa.org SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2015 Rev. Msgr. Thomas N. Gervasio... Pastor Rev. H. Todd Carter... Parochial Vicar Rev. Jean R. Felicién... Parochial Vicar James Challender, Deacon Luders Desiré, Deacon Kevin O Boyle, Deacon Joseph Jaruszewski, Deacon Jeffery Pierfy, Deacon Joseph Novak and Michael Stewart... Trustees Donald E. Costantino... School Principal Mariyam Francis... Religious Education Director Mary O Boyle... Pre-School Director Susan Commini... Pastoral Outreach Michael Amantia... Music Ministry Doris Cordero... Parish Secretary Clara Gioe...Financial Secretary Denise Mikics...Bulletin & Calendar Gérald Charmant... Haitian Ministry RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE 3816 East State St. Ext. Phone: Fax: Report student absences by calling , ext. 2 OUR LADY OF SORROWS SCHOOL 3800 East State St. Ext. Phone: , ext. 1 Fax: OUR LADY OF SORROWS PRE-SCHOOL 3710 East State St. Ext. Phone: Fax: WORSHIP & SACRAMENTAL LIFE (OLS) Our Lady of Sorrows Church (SA) St. Anthony Church WEEKEND MASSES Saturday... 4:00 pm (SA), 5:00 pm (OLS) Sunday...8:00 & 10:00 am (SA), 7:30, 9:00, & 11:00 am (OLS) Creole Mass: 6:30 pm (SA) HOLY DAYS OF OBLIGATION Vigil of Holy Day...7:00 pm (SA) Holy Day12:15 pm (SA), 6:30 pm (Creole) (SA), 7:00 am & 7:00 pm (OLS) WEEKDAY MASSES Monday - Friday...7:00 am (OLS), 8:00 am (SA) Wednesday... 6:30 pm (Creole) (SA) Saturday... 9:00 am (OLS) Civil Holiday Masses as Announced ROSARY Monday - Friday... 7:30 am (SA) 1st Sunday of Month, January - June... 9:30 am (SA) 1st Sunday of Month, July - December... 8:30 am (OLS) WEEKLY NOVENAE Miraculous Medal... Mondays, after 8:00 am Mass (SA) St. Anthony... Tuesdays, after 8:00 am Mass (SA) BAPTISMS 1st Sunday... 11:00 am (SA) 3rd Saturday...10:00 am (Creole) (SA) 2nd & 3rd Sundays... 12:15 pm (OLS) RECONCILIATION Saturday... 3:00-3:45 pm (SA), 3:45-4:30 pm (OLS) Also by appointment

2 MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK MONDAY, NOVEMBER 30 OLS 7 AM Mary Kowal ~ E & C Cicchetti Parveen Iqbal ~ M & A Francis SA 8 AM Louise Perilli ~ P Graziano Elio Pocino ~ V & M Zita and Family TUESDAY, DECEMBER 1 OLS 7 AM Phyllis Lawryk ~ B Brennan Pat Sabo ~ J & D Halloran SA 8 AM John Bresnen Jr ~ Family The Pocino Family ~ Elio WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2 OLS 7 AM Bill Schultze ~ G & F Barnock Carol Amico ~ B Brennan SA 8 AM Sr M Michele RSM ~ M Carroll Mauro Campo ~ G Iucolino & M Polito THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3 OLS 7 AM Raymond Scirgova ~ F Gioe Howard Faulkner ~ W Faulkner Jr SA 8 AM Teresa Laverty ~ F Wagner Nana Lou Nicastro ~ Ploth Family FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4 OLS 7 AM Robert R Albright Sr ~ Volpe Family Carmine Pastore ~ R & M Cottrell SA 8 AM Edward Szakacs ~ M/M D Garofalo Elio Pocino ~ E & M Zita SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5 OLS 9 AM Walter Whalen ~ P & G Burton Virgil James Suydan ~ D Bearce & sons SA 4 PM Livio Troiani ~ Daughter Paul Dombroski ~ Children & grandchildren OLS 5 PM Regina Burke ~ M Carroll Elizabeth Mack ~ Daughter V Kelly Rosina Babbitt ~ M Saia Margaret Burgoyne ~ G & J Wilson SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6 OLS 7:30 AM Teresa Laverty ~ B & J Wagner Anthony T Capobianchi~ Bercy Fmily Ida Contento~ J & G Gerrity SA 8 AM Jennie Paglione ~ M/M P Garton Richard Baranowski ~ M/M P Garton OLS 9 AM Salvatore Amico ~ D Crusen Virginia DiMemmo Urlick ~ Family Jeffrey Callahan ~ L & L Nelson SA 10 AM For the People of the Parish OLS 11 AM Helen Michaels ~ J & F Michaels Hazel Pierfy ~ M/M D Pierfy Russell & Elma Amico ~ Family AT YOUR SERVICE NEW? If you'd like to join the parish, please visit the parish office and complete a registration form. We'll give you a supply of numbered envelopes. Their use will ensure that we can provide you with contribution information for income tax purposes and help document your participation in the liturgical life of your parish. PLEASE CALL THE PARISH OFFICE TO ARRANGE FOR: Baptism - Call well in advance to schedule. Matrimony - Call at least a year prior to your planned date. Anointing of the Sick - This is not a sacrament for only those who are at the point of death, but also those facing a serious illness. Holy Eucharist for the Homebound Bereavement Counseling Annulment Process Information RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS - If you want to join the Catholic Church or complete your sacraments of initiation (First Eucharist and/or Confirmation), join us for the RCIA. Weekly classes begin each September. LOW-GLUTEN (0.01%) HOSTS - We provide lowgluten hosts for those with Celiac Disease. Please inform the priest or deacon prior to the celebration of Mass; at communion time, approach the priest celebrant who will have this sacred host. SANCTUARY MEMORIALS - Weekly sanctuary lamps or flowers for Masses may be requested in memory of a loved one or to mark a special occasion. The cost of a lamp is $15; floral arrangements are $75. Please visit the parish office at least a week in advance, so that the dedication may be included in the bulletin. MASS INTENTIONS - Masses should be requested at the parish office; the stipend is $10. Our Mission Statement We are the Parish of Our Lady of Sorrows - Saint Anthony, a Roman Catholic Community; as one Eucharistic Family, we are Christ-centered and Spirit-led. Children of God our Father, we are united by His Love and sustained by the intercession of Our Lady and Saint Anthony. We give witness to our faith in action. 2

3 From the Pastor s Desk Dear Parishioners: Happy New Year! A Blessed Advent! Advent is indeed a time whose beauty is often obscured by the commercialism that surrounds our preparation for Christmas. It is as if we celebrate Christmas before Christmas. As a consequence, the Christmas season is not so much a time of celebration as one of rest and recovery! Let s not allow Advent to pass us by. We surely will be running from one task to the next, one busy day to the next, yet Advent invites us to slow down, to take some time to be quiet in the presence of the Lord, to reflect with gratitude on the blessing we have received. Might I suggest a few Advent activities? Join us for our two-evening mini-advent retreat under the direction of Archbishop Harry J. Flynn of Minneapolis-St. Paul on December 7 and 8. Participate in our Adopt a Family Project. Take some time on Thursdays to pray before the Blessed Sacrament (following our 7:00 a.m. Mass through 6:00 p.m.). Use our Advent reflection books, available at the doors of our churches. May Advent draw you ever closer to the Lord. With affection, Msgr. Gervasio Stewardship Report Due to an early bulletin deadline, the amount of the November 22 collection will be reported next week. The Tradition of the Advent Wreath This weekend, the Church begins celebrating the season of Advent, a time to anticipate the birth of Christ, the Light of the World. Our parish will continue its tradition of inviting families to carry the lighted Advent candle in procession at the beginning of each weekend Mass. If your family is interested in participating in this special tradition, please arrive at church 20 minutes before Mass starts and let the deacon know that you are interested in carrying in the Advent candle. Liturgical Celebrations this Week Mon., Nov. 30 St. Andrew Thu., Dec. 3 St. Francis Xavier Fri., Dec. 4 St. John Damascene 3 Mesaj ki soti nan biwo Kire-a Frè-m ak Sè-m yo: Bòn Ane! Bon Tan Lavan! Lavan se vre yon tan ki bèl e ki souvan kache nan komèsyalizasyon ki antoure preparasyon nou an pou Nwèl la. Se kòm si nou selebre Nwèl anvan Nwèl la. Kòm yon konsekans, sezon Nwèl lan se pa tèlman yon tan nan selebrasyon kòm youn nan repo ak rekiperasyon! Se pou nou pa kite tan Lavan an depase nou. Nou siman pral kouri sòti nan yon travay ak lòt, yon jou okipe ak yon lòt, ankò Lavan envite nou pou nou ralanti, pran yon ti tan pou nou rete trankil nan prezans Seyè a, pou nou reflechi ak rekonesans sou benediksyon ke nou te resevwa yo. Banm ba nou kèk ide sou kèk aktivite Lavan? Mwen enviten vini nan retrèt Lavan nou an anba direksyon Achevèk Harry J. Flynn nan Minneapolis-St. Pòl jou kap 7 Desanm ak 8 Desanm nan. Patisipe nan pwojè Adopte yon Fanmi nou an. Pran kèk tan jou jedi yo pou vin lapriyè nan pye Sen Sakreman an (aprè lanmès 7:00 nan maten an pou rive 6:00 pm). Itilize ti liv refleksyon Lavan nou yo, ki disponib nan tout pòt nan legliz nou an. Se pou tan Lavan an mete nou pi pre Seyè a. Rosary Altar Society News Avèk afeksyon, Msgr. Gervasio Christmas Wreath Fundraiser All prepaid orders should be picked up after Mass on Saturday, December 5, and Sunday, December 6, in the Church Meeting Room at Our Lady of Sorrows and the Church Hall at St. Anthony. Thank you for your support of this successful fundraiser! Sunday, December 6 Corporate Sunday will be held at the OLS Campus. All parishioners are invited to join us at 8:30 a.m. when we recite the rosary for world peace, an end to terrorism, an end to abortion, for the Pope, the personal intentions of all those present and for the intentions of all Rosarians throughout the world. We then attend the 9:00 a.m. Mass as a group. Special Notice of Meeting Date Change Monthly Meeting - Monday, December 14 Our general meeting and Christmas Social will be held in the Church Meeting Room. Joyce Farina and her hospitality committee will provide us with refreshments.

4 Mark Your Calendars Now! Advent Mini-Retreat with The Most Rev. Harry J. Flynn Archbishop Emeritus Minneapolis-St. Paul 7:00 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7: St. Anthony Church Tuesday, Dec. 8: Our Lady of Sorrows Church God Bless Our Newly Baptized Nathanael Bryndy Dorante Elisha Dumont Your Christmas Gift Our parish relies very much on the annual Christmas Collection to meet its financial obligations. Your generosity in this annual appeal is very much appreciated. Our faith teaches us that Jesus remains present in his Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity, in the Sacrament that is reserved in the tabernacle. Thursdays Are Days Of Solemn Adoration The Blessed Sacrament will be placed upon the altar following the 7 a.m. Mass until Reposition at 6 p.m. All are invited to answer the Lord s call He wants us give Him the gift of our time. He wants us to come to Him bringing our needs, anxieties, joys, and thanks. Our Lady of Sorrows Church also is open during our office hours. Why not stop for even a brief moment to rejoice in the Lord s Presence? Important Notice If you ordered candy from the Preschool and/or wreaths from the Rosary Altar Society, please remember to pick up your purchases on Sat., Dec. 5, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. or Sun., Dec. 6, between 8:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Candy should be picked up from the OLS Church Meeting Room; wreaths should be picked up from the location you selected on the order form (OLS or SA). Thank you for your support of these fundraisers! 'Tis More Blessed to Give... As you are planning your Christmas giving, please consider being a Tuition Angel. Your gift of support of a Catholic education is one that will be alive for generations. Many families are challenged to meet the tuition needs that accompany their commitment to a Catholic education for their children. Your taxdeductible donation supports students in their daily walk in faith. I personally thank you for your consideration and support of this spiritually rewarding gift of love and faith. On behalf of the OLS school family, I extend my invitation to each of you to attend our next student liturgy. Join us at 9:00 a.m. on December 11 and experience the Mass being planned by our third grade students. Sanctuary Lamps At Saint Anthony In loving memory of Theresa DiFranco Requested by her husband Pasquale In loving memory of Peter J. Bella Requested by daughter Geraldine & son-in-law Lowell Canfield Expectant Mothers Blessing "Most blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb." A special blessing will be given to all expectant mothers in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe on Dec. 13. This blessing will take place at the 10:00 a.m. Mass and 6:30 p.m. Mass (Creole Liturgy) at St. Anthony and at the 11:00 a.m. Mass at Our Lady of Sorrows. If you are expecting and would like to receive this special blessing, please call the rectory office ( ) by Dec. 8, and leave your name. Please arrive 15 to 20 minutes before Mass on Dec. 13 and tell the deacon you re there for the blessing. 4

5 O Divine Jesus, You who taught us to pray to the Lord of the harvest that he send laborers into the harvest, grant to the Church and throughout the world, many holy priests and religious. May they dedicate their talents, their strength, and their zeal to the salvation of souls and the Glory of Your Father! You are cordially invited to Eucharistic Adoration, held at Our Lady of Sorrows Church every Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and to a Solemn Vesper Service to pray for vocations on Thursday, December 10, at 6:30 p.m. The Holy Hour will consist of scripture reading, reflection, and meditation. The evening will close with Benediction. Pray... pray to the Lord of the harvest to send workers into his fields! Please consider joining us your presence and your prayerfulness are important! For further information, please Fr. Carter (htoddcarter@gmail.com). Please Pray for the Sick Joseph Acerra, Bernice Bates, Victoria Bilardo, John Carbonara, Maria Corbett, Ryan Cromwell, Carmella Cronce, Danny DeVito, Ted Dolci, Bill Doran, Rosalie Duvin, Eileen Evans, Suzanne Figueroa, Bud Foley, Keith Gerner, Lewis Gryziewicz, George Gushue, Eileen & John Haller, Jeff Hoefler, Joan Holman, Stephen Komlosi, Terry Kubinski, George & Jean Lanna, Bernadette Lecato, Jean Magee, Michael T Masick, Mark McGrath, Larry Monte, Angela Moscarello, Barbara Nolan, Cheryl & Tom Noon, Charlotte Nurko, Joseph O'Hara, Mary Passaro, Frank Petrino Jr, Isabella Petrino, Tom Plantier, Catherine Rodenbaugh, Michael Rogers, Rose Salvatore, Baby Michael Schaefer, David Smith, May Spett, Janice Sprink, Joan Staszenski, Brenda Staub- Lust, Tom Valatka, Mary Ann Warner If you would like to be placed on the sick list, please call the rectory office. (If you're calling for someone else, kindly make sure you have their permission.) Please note that names will be removed from the published prayer list after 12 weeks unless other arrangements have been made. OLS Students Share Their Joy Our 60 th Anniversary year has brought with it a year-long celebration of service to our community. Mrs. Denise Gutierrez, the parent of an OLS alumni and a current eighth grade student, is spearheading a year of service. The students at Our Lady of Sorrows school have service to others as a regular part of their school day. They understand what it is to share, volunteer and support others. Each month this school year, we are organizing extra projects that allow us to share the OLS spirit with others. Our Thanksgiving project was planned with a team spirit in mind! After lunch one afternoon, each middle school child in Grade 6 made their way to the cafeteria. Waiting for them, was a class of eager kindergarteners! Each sixth grade student found that special kindergarten student, and together they made placemats and loving messages to add to the Meals on Wheels program. Imagine the joy their efforts will bring to the home of a shut-in as they open their Thanksgiving meal delivered by Meals-on-Wheels! Think about the many gifts this project has brought to our own OLS students. What better way to learn as a young child than on the hand of a loving middle school "older brother or sister"! Our middle school students gain such important life lessons of how to be gentle, how to teach, and how to guide young children. We are building a beautiful world each time we offer our children these priceless opportunities to grow and thrive. Try Our Lady of Sorrows School on for size! It makes such a wonderful fit for some many children. Our world becomes enriched each time a student touches the life of someone else. Find out more about the magic. 5

6 Seniors Activities Senior Club #1 There will not be a December meeting. Our annual Christmas Party will take place on Thursday, December 10, at Padrino's (2252 Kuser Road, Hamilton) from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. at a cost of $22 per person. Flyers have been distributed to all members. For more information, please call Jennie Brogel ( ). Senior Club #2 Next meeting: Tuesday, December 1, at 1 p.m. in the Church Meeting Room. Our next Atlantic City casino trip will be to Resorts on December 2. The bus leaves OLS parking lot at 9:30 a.m. Anyone 21 or older is invited. Cost is $35; you get $25 back in casino credit. If interested, call Doreen Napoleon ( ). New members are welcome to join our clubs. Breakfast Buffet and Santa, Too! Santa will visit the Knights of Columbus Hall (1451 Klockner Rd.) on December 6, when Council #6213 holds its monthly breakfast. Children can have their picture taken with Santa and everyone can enjoy a delicious breakfast of eggs, pancakes, hash browns, sausage, bacon, oatmeal, and tater puffs. Coffee, tea, and orange juice will be served. The buffet, which runs from 8:00 to 11:30 a.m., costs $7 for adults, $6 for seniors, and $5 for children aged Children under 6 years of age eat free. Bring canned goods for a donation to the food bank and receive $1 off your price of admission. AROUND THE DIOCESE You're Invited The Way of Boys: Promoting the Social and Emotional Development of Young Boys 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 2 Princeton Academy of the Sacred Heart 1128 Great Road, Princeton Join us for a presentation by Dr. Anthony Rao, PhD, author and expert on childhood issues, as he discusses how to raise healthy boys in a challenging and complex world. The lecture is free and open to the public. Bring a friend. Free parking. RSVP at Christmas in Hamilton Craft Show Saturday, December 13 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Presented by the Ladies Auxiliary of the Colonial Volunteer Fire Co. 801 Kuser Road Hamilton, NJ For more information, call Bernie McTighe ( ) Trenton Diocesan Spiritual Center Mount Holly, NJ FHOP@ verizon.net Advent Retreat Day: Rediscovering Simple Trust In God Thu, Dec 3; 9:30 AM 1:00 PM; $35 (incl book & lunch) Advent is such a special season of grace, often lost in the shuffle of the Christmas rush! Let s travel through Advent this year with St. Thérèse of Lisieux as our guide. You will receive Praying with Thérèse of Lisieux, a book of 15 meditations by Joseph Schmidt, FSC, to lead you through your Advent Season. Advent Centering Prayer Weekend 7 PM Fri, Dec 4, to 1 PM Sun, Dec 6; $130 What an awesome way to spend the first weekend in Advent. It will be amazing grace. Come to the quiet. Growing in Friendship with Mary, Our Mother Tue, Dec 8; 9:30 AM 1:00 PM; $20, lunch included How would you describe your relationship with Mary? Can you imagine her about your age? Would you like to spend this morning immersed in your friendship with Mary and listen to her as she leads you to her Son? What a wonderful way to celebrate her feast today. Personal Retreat Day Wed, Dec 9; 9:30 AM 2:30 PM; $10 ($40 with spiritual direction); please bring a bag lunch. Take a day away from the busyness of your life to rest a while in the Lord and experience God s presence. Come to Francis House for silence, personal prayer and optional spiritual direction. The day begins and ends with a brief prayer together. Silent Directed Retreat Weekend 7 PM Fri, Dec 18-1 PM Sun, Dec 20; $130 $50 nonrefundable deposit due with registration Due to the frantic pace of contemporary life, it is essential for our spiritual and physical health to take time to pray. This retreat offers you the opportunity to experience the graced rhythm of life in which silence and rest restore your body and God revives your soul. Liturgy, spiritual direction and optional contemplative prayer periods are included. 6

7 Mark Your Calendar The Community Christian Choir, known for innovative, spirit-filled Christian music, is hosting two Christmas concerts at 3 and 6 p.m. on Sunday, November 29 at the Robbinsville Seventh Day Adventist Church ( 2290 State Highway 33 in Robbinsville) and one on Friday, December 11, at 7:30 p.m., at St. Gregory the Great Church (4620 Nottingham Way in Hamilton). To date, the choir has raised over $214,000 for various charities. Advent Weekly Holy Hour for World Peace Maris Stella Chapel Maris Stella Retreat Center 7201 Long Beach Blvd, Harvey Cedars Wednesdays, Dec 2, 9 and p.m. Holy hour will provide an opportunity for Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and silent prayer for world peace. No registration needed. For details, call Sr. Pat ( ). Holy Father s December Prayer Intentions Universal: Experiencing God s mercy That all may experience the mercy of God, who never tires of forgiving. Evangelization: Families That families, especially those who suffer, may find in the birth of Jesus a sign of certain hope. You're invited to a continental breakfast with Santa in the St. Francis Medical Center cafeteria (601 Hamilton Ave., Trenton), where pictures with the "jolly old elf" will be taken and more surprises await you for a $5 donation per person. The event will take place from 8:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, December 5. For more information, sdorman@stfrancismedical.org or call Triduum of Mercy Thursdays, December 3, 10 and 17 The Church of St. George 1370 River Road (Route 29) Titusville Twice each day: from 9:30 a.m. to noon and again from 7:00 9:30 p.m. Choose the time that suites your schedule best. Topics December 3 The Quality of Mercy Is Not Strained December 10 Developing the Habit of Mercy December 17 Human Suffering And God s Mercy The formal part of each evening should run about 1 to 1½ hours. The remainder of the time will be for personal prayer, reflection, and reconciliation. Folks should feel free to leave anytime during that period. Come and bring a friend. For more information call the church at Looking for a Meaningful Christmas Gift? Along with, or maybe instead of, all the material Christmas gifts you will be giving your family and friends this year, how about giving them a gift that might just change their lives, 909 Days that Changed the World? The book is a chronological rendering of the public life of Jesus Christ. Oh, they would never read a book about Jesus, you say. Well, you might be right but get them a book and write a personal note in it. Wouldn t you (and they) be so happy if someday they read the book and it made a difference in their lives? You can Bob Dunne, the author and a member of our diocese who recently made a presentation about his book to our Altar and Rosary Society, at dunnerj3@comcast.net if you would like an autographed copy. You can also purchase one from Leonine Press, Amazon, or Barnes/Noble. The book is $14.95 before sales tax and shipping. 7

8 2015 CHRISTMASTIDE 2016 SACRAMENT OF PENANCE Parish Penance Service Wednesday, December 16 7:00 p.m.: Our Lady of Sorrows Saturday, December 19 10:30 11:30 a.m.: Our Lady of Sorrows 3:00 3:45 p.m.: St. Anthony 3:45 4:30 p.m.: Our Lady of Sorrows SOLEMNITY OF CHRISTMAS Vigil: Thursday, December 24 Our Lady of Sorrows 4:00 p.m. (Church & Gym) & 6:00 p.m. (Church) Solemn Mass at 10:00 p.m. (Church) St. Anthony 4:00 & 6:00 p.m. (English) Solemn Mass at 10:00 p.m. (Creole) Friday, December 25 Our Lady of Sorrows 9:00 & 11:00 a.m. St. Anthony 10:00 a.m. (English & Creole) SOLEMNITY OF MARY, MOTHER OF GOD Vigil: Thursday, December 31 Our Lady of Sorrows 4:00 p.m. St. Anthony 4:00 p.m. Friday, January 1 Our Lady of Sorrows 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. St. Anthony 10:00 a.m. (English) 5:00 p.m. (Creole) 8

9 Adopt-a-Family, Adopt-a-Child for Christmas The Social Justice/Social Concerns Committee once again invites you to share your love and your treasure this Christmas with others in need, and in so doing, keep alive the memory of Deacon Joe Malloy and his wonderful model of Christian discipleship. EASY STEPS TO ADOPTING A FAMILY/CHILD FOR CHRISTMAS 1. Sign Up Online at the parish website (on the website go to Ministries Outreach Social Justice Adopt-a-Family to access form) or fill out the form below including the number of children to whom you can give. Please PRINT all information legibly. Place the paper form in the collection basket or drop it off at the rectory. 2. We will send you your adopted family information, including the name, age, size and gift wish of each child. Requests made online will be answered as soon as possible (1-2 days); whereas, requests made by paper may take up to 1 week to arrive in the US Mail. Please be patient. 3. Please buy (1) toy and (1) item of clothing for each child. Shop for the child as you would for a child in your own family, you do not have to buy the gift that is listed. 4. Please wrap the gifts and label them with the child s name and the assigned donation number. 5. Bring the gifts to the OLS School cafeteria on Sunday, December 13, from noon to 2:30 p.m. THOUGHTS TO KEEP IN MIND Gift wishes are just that the wishes of children who watch the same commercials and want the same things your children and grandchildren want. Some may be too expensive for your budget. DO NOT feel obligated to buy anything that is above your means. You may substitute any suitable, age appropriate gift in place of the Gift Wish. Follow your head and your heart. There are many sites on the internet that list age-appropriate toys. We ask that you do not ask for children of a particular age or sex. Please open your heart to all the children in need. Don t have time to shop or wrap but still want to share with a child this Christmas? Consider donating a gift card to Wal-Mart or Target to give as a gift to a needy teenager. Gift cards can be dropped in the collection basket or at the rectory in an envelope marked ADOPT-A-FAMILY Gift Card Donation. For additional information, contact Kathy McGlinchy at or klm76@optonline.net Adopt-a-Family Program (Please print all information clearly.) Name Street Address City, State, ZIP Home Phone Cell Phone Size of Family you would like to share with Small Family (2-3 children) Medium Family (4-5 children) Large Family (6-8 children) Single Child I would like to save paper and postage. Please my adopted family information to me. I prefer to receive my adopted family information by US Mail. 9

10 OUR LADY OF SORROWS-ST. ANTHONY ROSARY ALTAR SOCIETY CHRISTMAS WREATH ORDER FORM 12 decorated Balsam wreath w/o stand - $15 each 12 decorated Balsam wreath with stand $16 each Name (Please Print) Telephone Number of Wreaths: 12 wreath w/o stand 12 wreath with stand Total Amount Enclosed Location where you will pick up the Wreath (OLS or SA) Put form and your check payable to: "OLS-SA Rosary Altar Society" in an envelope marked Christmas Wreath Order. Place it in the collection basket or drop it off at the Parish Office by November 30. Christmas wreaths will be available for pick-up after all Masses the weekend of December 5-6 at the location you selected. Questions? Call Betty ( ) or Carolyn ( ) 10

11 Christmas Shopping BINGO At Our Lady of Sorrows Come join us for a night of fun! Enjoy each other s company and win prizes that would make perfect Christmas gifts. (Vera Bradley, KitchenAid, Coach, Bose, Lenovo, and more) Hosted by our PTA to benefit OLS School. Date: December 4 Our Lady of Sorrows Parish Center Doors open at 6:00 p.m.; games begin at 7:00 p.m. Enjoy coffee & delicious dessert provided by the PTA. Regular Admission - $5 (Includes one game card for five regular games) Special Admission - $20 (Includes two game cards for ALL regular and special games) Please note: you must be at least 18 years old to play BINGO in NJ. NJ Statute 13: prohibits alcohol from being sold, dispensed, or consumed during bingo games. No alcohol will be allowed on premises. No reserved seating. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, please call GAMBLER. Name: (tickets will be held under this name at the event) Number of Regular Admission Total: Number of Special Admission Total: Please make checks payable to OLS PTA and return this form with payment to: OLS PTA Attn: Deborah Kisselman c/o Brian, Grade East State St. Ext. Mercerville, NJ ORDER FORM CAN ALSO BE FOUND ONLINE AT 11

12 OLS Class of 2016 CLOTHING DRIVE DECEMBER 5 8:30 am - 10:30 am The Class of 2016 is hosting a clothing drive fundraiser that benefits OLS and low income families within the country. Drop-off area is in the Our Lady of Sorrows School parking lot. Your unwanted items help us help our school and others in need! Our goal is to collect 300 bags! Spread the word and share this flyer with family, friends, and neighbors. You can also post it on your social media accounts! Please bring in clean, gently used: Clothing of all sizes Coats Hats Gloves Scarves Belts Pocketbooks Wallets Sheets Curtains Tablecloths Bath Towels Shoes Boots Sandals Stuffed Animals All Items should be in a securely tied bag to help with storage and delivery; no toys, books, or housewares will be accepted. Please contact Denise Gutierrez at Class2016ols@gmail.com with questions E State Street, Mercerville, NJ 12

13 IT'S NEVER TOO SOON The Department of Youth, Marriage and Family Life will host the Annual Diocesan World Marriage Day Mass and Dinner Dance on Saturday, February 13, 2016, at St. Pius X Parish in Forked River. Married couples of all ages will gather for the celebration of the Eucharist with the St. Pius X Parish Community at 4:00 PM. Msgr. Thomas Gervasio, Vicar General of the Diocese, will be the main celebrant for the Mass. Immediately after Mass, appetizers will be served followed by a delicious buffet dinner and dessert; an inspirational talk by Father Jim Grogan, DJ, dancing and so much more. Complementary wine and champagne will be provided (BYO welcome). The cost is $75 per couple. Group reservations are available (4 couples per table). To register, call Jossie at , complete and mail the form to the right, or visit Marriage Encounter In this season of Thanksgiving, why not celebrate your marriage and its many blessings by attending a Marriage Encounter Weekend? The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend will be held January Early registration is advisable as space is limited. Phone for registration and information. Visit us at for more information. 13

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