Saint Augustine of Canterbury Roman Catholic Church

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1 Saint Augustine of Canterbury Roman Catholic Church 45 Henderson Road, Kendall Park, New Jersey Churchweek September 2nd, 2018 Reverend Canon Robert G. Lynam, KCHS, Pastor Deacon Denis F. Mayer Deacon James Rivera Sister Ruthann McGoldrick, SCC, Pastoral Associate Sister Joanne Manns, MPF, Pastoral Associate Sister Mary Louise Shulas, MPF, LHS, Principal/Superior Mr. Edward Modzelewski, Vice Principal Sister Diana Yodris, MPF, Director of Religious Education THE SACRAMENT OF THE HOLY EUCHARIST THE HOLY SACRIFICE OF THE MASS Saturday: Vigil - 5:00 PM Sunday Schedule: 8:00AM 10:00AM 12 NOON 5:00 PM Weekdays: Monday through Saturday: 9:00 AM Holy Day: See Schedule in Bulletin COMMUNION TO THE SICK is taken by Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist on a regular basis to those confined to their homes. Please call the Parish Center. THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM is celebrated on most Sundays at 1:30 PM (not during Lent). A family must be registered in the parish, attend the baptismal preparation class, and cooperate with the regulations established by the parish. Our baptismal class is held on the 2nd Monday of the month at 8:00 PM. Please call the Parish Center to register any time during your pregnancy. THE SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION is celebrated on Saturday between 11:30 AM and 12:30 PM in the Chapel or by appointment. THE SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION is celebrated once a year by the Bishop s delegate, here at St. Augustine. A candidate must successfully complete our Religious Education program. Adult Confirmation is held on Pentecost Sunday and any interested adults should contact the Parish Center. THE SACRAMENT OF THE SICK is administered at home to any Catholic who is seriously ill. Please call the Parish Center. Any parishioner admitted to a local hospital should contact the Catholic Hospital Chaplain through the hospital. A family member should contact the parish when someone is admitted to the hospital. We will gladly pray for any members who are sick, whether at home or in the hospital, at our Sunday Masses; however, it is necessary for the family to request it. THE SACRAMENTAL LIFE OF OUR CHURCH THE SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY is celebrated by the Pastor or one of our deacons. Weddings may be scheduled on Friday evening, Saturday, or Sunday afternoon. Only a ceremony is permitted on Sunday. The pastor will confirm the date so couples should contact the Parish Center at least ONE YEAR in advance. All the necessary information will be sent to you. The attendance at Pre-Cana or an Engaged Encounter Weekend is required. One must be a registered member of the parish. Our parish upholds the Gospel values and the Church s teachings regarding the sacredness of marriage and those couples choosing to live together in contradiction of those values, will receive a simple ceremony and all Diocesan regulations followed. THE SACRAMENT OF HOLY ORDERS and RELIGIOUS LIFE: If you are considering serving God as a priest, deacon, or religious, you may contact your parish priest, deacon, or religious; or phone the Diocesan Office of Vocations at (732) THE DEVOTIONAL LIFE OF THE PARISH: The Liturgy of the Hours is prayed Monday through Saturday at 8:45 AM prior to Mass. Eucharistic Adoration/Devotion is held Monday at 7:00 PM (not on national holidays or during the summer) Novena in honor of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal is prayed on Saturday following the 9:00 AM Mass in the chapel. Devotion in honor of the Sacred Heart of Jesus is prayed on the First Friday of the month following the 9:00 AM Mass. St. Elizabeth s Guild Prays the Rosary after daily Mass. PARISH CENTER: Hours (732) Monday Friday 9 AM- 12 NOON & 1 PM-4 PM 2nd & 4th Thursday daytime -hours Office Closes at Noon Evening Hours: Monday Thursday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM CATHOLIC SCHOOL: RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE: OUTREACH MINISTRY: PARISH CENTER FAX: SCHOOL FAX: WEBSITE:

2 PARISH STAFF Elizabeth DeLuca, Administrative Assistant Kate O Donnell, School Assistant to Pastor Mary Ann Almestica, Secretary Roseanne DeBari, Religious Education Secretary William R. Berg, Director of Music Daria Dragan, Leader of Song Eileen Baylis, Evening Secretary/Receptionist Bobby Beaton, Facility Manager Anthony Beaton, Asst. Facility Manager Rick Parent (Assistant) Debbie Jarosz, School Maintenance PASTORAL BOARD John Golubieski, Kathleen Lakarosky, Trustees Barbara Corio, Elizabeth DeLuca, Byron Dyer, Peter Frein, Donald Joworisak, Sister Joanne Manns, MPF, Deacon Denis F. Mayer, Sister Ruthann McGoldrick, SCC, Edward Modzelewski, Jr., Leilani Okamura, Deacon James Rivera, Sister Mary Louise Shulas, MPF, LHS, Peter Varisco SOCIAL MINISTRIES(Under the patronage of St. Vincent de Paul) Adventures in Reading Joan Hoffmann Archivists/Historians Marc Kollar Bereavement Ministry Deacon Jim Rivera Elijah s Promise Soup Kitchen Barbara Corio Fix-It-Up Ministry John Burke Food Pantry Lorelei Berkery Pat Lombardi Helen Weachock Food Pantry/New Brunswick Marsha & Harold Byron Giving Tree/Giving Cross Janine Rosamilia Hands Across The Sea Rita Taylor Hospital Ministry Barbara A. Corio House of Hope Prison Ministry Paul Dwyer Manna Ministry Lisa Jackson Pat Lombardi Ministry to the Sick Mother s Circle Helen Rivera Nursing Home/Hospital Ministry Sister Ruthann Outreach Ministry Sister Joanne Manns, MPF Parish Breakfast Ministry Tom DeLuca/Jim Crowley Parish Family Ministry Denise Federico Parish Prayer Link Elizabeth DeLuca SOCIAL MINISTRIES-contd. Respect Life Ministry VITA Donna Canvin Len & Laura Riccardi Sanctuary Guild Janine Rosamilia Welcoming Ministry Rita Taylor SPIRITUAL ENRICHMENT MINISTRIES Family Life Ministry Donna DiPane Youth Ministry Colleen Paras parasministry@gmail.com LITURGICAL LIFE MINISTRIES Lectors Denise Avrutik Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist John Taikina Choir Director-(Adult/Young Adult/Youth/Children) William Berg Folk Group John Seber Ushers Joseph Buono Altar Servers Mary Burke, Senior MC Scheduling Austin Forsythe, Scheduling Jason Cordova, Scheduling Caroline Pascasio, Accountability Bridget Lobo, Accountability Alex Romano, Accountability Sacristans Lupe Limjuco, Barbara Corio, Liz DeLuca, Ed Johnson Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Deacon Denis Mayer & the RCIA Team PARISH ORGANIZATIONS Athletic Association Edward Modzelewski, Director Columbiettes Council #6345 Kathleen Michalski, President Home School Association Leilani Okamura, President Knights of Columbus Byron Dyer, Grand Knight COMMUNITY GATHERINGS Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings on Monday Evenings at 8:00 PM in Fr. McGivney Hall MINISTRY TO OUR LITTLE ONES! CHILDREN S MASS is celebrated on the 3rd Sunday of the month at the 9 AM Mass (Oct. - May) RELIGIOUS EDUCATION All children in grades first through eighth must be registered in our Religious Education Program or be attending our School. Call:

3 September 2nd, 2018 Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time SATURDAY 5:00 PM Living & Deceased Members of the Galaro Family: req. The Galaro Family SUNDAY Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00 AM Marta Marie De Bari: req. Roseanne & Nicolo De Bari 10:00 AM Domenic Pagnanelli: req. Tom & Joann DeGaglia 12:00 Noon Robert E. Sedlachek: req. Jack & Lenora Byrne 5:00 PM Romilde Mastandino: req. Pasquale & Sina Sparagna MONDAY St. Gregory the Great 9:00 AM NO MASS TUESDAY 9:00 AM All Living & Deceased Parishioners of St. A s WEDNESDAY St. Teresa Of Calcutta (relic of St. Teresa may be venerated after Mass) 9:00 AM Birthday Intentions of John Quiterio: req. Frederica & Family THURSDAY 9:00 AM Deceased Members of the Pisano Family: req. Joan Campisano FRIDAY First Friday 9:00 AM Purgatorial Society Members SATURDAY Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary 9:00 AM Juan & Zoila Morales: req. Lawrence & Miriam Bruni 5:00 PM Carol O Rourke: req. Her Family SUNDAY Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00 AM Jeanne M. Cipriano: req. The Cipriano Family 10:00 AM Carmela DeLuca: req. The Family 12:00 Noon Deceased Members of the Karacand Family: req. Linda Andrejewski 5:00 PM All Living & Deceased Parishioners of St. A s OUR LADY OF FATIMA STATUE This week the Fatima statue will be in the home of the Cynthia Campbell. Please remember to also take the black & green bag which holds the crown with the statue. READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: 1 Cor 2:1-5 Lk 4:16-30, Tuesday: 1 Cor 2:10b-16; Lk 4:31-37 Wednesday: 1 Cor 3:1-9; Lk 4:38-44 Thursday: 1 Cor 3:18-23; Lk 5:1-11 Friday: 1 Cor 4:1-5; Lk 5:33-39 Saturday: Mi 5:1-4a Mt 1:1-16, Sunday: Is 35:4-7a; Jas 2:1-5; Mk 7:31-37 ATTENTION PARISHIONERS The Parish Office will be closed in observance of Labor Day, Monday, September 3. There will be no 9:00 am Mass celebrated on Monday, September 3rd. The office hours in the Parish Center will return to normal. See front page of bulletin for information. Be doers of the word and not hearers only James 1:22 It s easy to understand the definition of stewardship. The hard part is living it! What do you do to live God s Word? Do you share your time in prayer with God? Do you use your talent to help those in need? Are you generous with your financial resources? If not, what are you waiting for? August 26th: $22, Counting Team #5-September 9th Athletic Association-Eddie Modzelewski OUTREACH MINISTRY Be a fountain, not a drain. (Rex Hudler) All those who help the Outreach Ministry are certainly the largest fountains. (Envelopes can be found in the Gathering Area of the Church). MEDITATION FOR SEPTEMBER 2, 2018 Jesus, who is the fulfillment of God s laws and prophets, tells us how to live out God s commandments. Today, we think about the best way to live out God s commandments, passed on to us through Moses, by witnessing God s blessings and presence in our midst. We can go beyond our human traditions and rituals by washing our hearts and getting rid of evil thoughts and desires. We practice it by caring for all who are vulnerable and in need. In the first reading, Moses calls on God s people to witness God s blessings and presence in their midst by keeping His laws and commandments. In the second reading, James asks God s people to follow the Word of God and not the ways of the world. In the Gospel, Jesus warns the Pharisees, scribes and the crowd not to simply observe human tradition and rituals. Rather, they need to look into their hearts and clean out evil thoughts. SPIRITUAL REMEMBRANCE TABERNACLE CANDLES In Memory of John Nemergut Donated by The Family

4 IN MEMORY OF: Maria Camisa Maria Camisa Timothy Mohin William Stone Sandy Fogler Sixto Reyes Paz Tejada Fausto Tejada Dee Lorincz Joann DeFalco Dominic Fama Ellen McDonald Margaret Sichta Anne Devine Lea De Bari THIS WEEKS CALENDAR Monday Parish Office Closed September 3 NO 9:00 AM MASS 8:00 PM AA Meeting Tuesday September 4 2:30 PM Manna Ministry PURGATORIAL SOCIETY ENROLLMENTS AUGUST REQUESTED BY: Agnes Alexander Laura, Stephen, Angela, Emily The Foltiny Family Denis & Carol Mayer Our Parish Family Ferdinand & Maria Reyes Ferdinand & Maria Reyes Ferdinand & Maria Reyes Charlotte & Barry Griffin The Riego DeDias Family Our Parish Family Bob & Eleanor Reiss Our Parish Family Carol, Denis & Gert Our Parish Family PETER S PENCE SPECIAL COLLECTION Next week, September 9th, our second collection will be for Peter s Pence, which provides Pope Francis with the funds he needs to carry out his charitable works around the world. The proceeds benefit our brothers and sisters on the margins of society, including victims of war, oppression, and disasters. Please be generous. For more information visit Wednesday September 5 6:30 PM Handbell Choir Practice 7:45 PM Adult Choir Pratice Thursday September 6 6:30 PM Columbiettes Board Meeting 7:30 PM Bereavement Support Group Friday September 7 7:00 PM K/C Meeting Saturday September 8 9:30 AM Bereavement Ministry Workshop 11:30 AM Confessions Sunday September 9 6:30 PM Cornerstone Meeting Music Ministry Mass Schedule The Music Ministry Schedule for the weekend of September 8 & 9, 2018, the 23 rd Sunday in Ordinary Time is: Saturday 5:00 p.m. Folk Group Sunday: 10:00 a.m. Organist and Cantor 12:00 noon Organist & Cantor 5:00 p.m. Organist ATTENTION LADIES AN AUTUMN RETREAT BY THE SEA A retreat by the Shore! As Summer is ending and Fall is on its way, the kids are back in school and before the holidays are upon us, what could be better than to take the opportunity to spend some time for yourself on Retreat at the Jersey shore. This year, the retreat will be Friday evening, September 28 to Sunday afternoon, September 30 at St. Joseph s by the Sea in Mantoloking, NJ, a beautiful house on the beach run by the Religious Teachers Filippini, which is fully air-conditioned, featuring private rooms with full bath accommodations between rooms. Join us with Mary Lehmann, Facilitator, on an introductory, nothing strenuous, no yoga experience necessary retreat which may be done in your chair if necessary. She adds If you want to participate in a session or two, or just spend the weekend in your robe and slippers and be pampered, have a room to yourself, read a book, walk the beach, enjoy meals prepared for you and just BE. There is no need to DO. We are human beings, not human doings. The yoga sessions are easy and some can be done sitting in a chair. We do sun salute in the morning but some just like to sit and watch and just listen. The Spirit of God is asking amazing women to gather in this beautiful, peaceful setting to find out how they can transition, just as the seasons transition, in the colorful, whimsical, loving flow of Life. Come to experience the freedom and Peace Jesus had in mind. Come to be yourself. Mass & prayer time will be part of the weekend. Check-in at the retreat house may start at 4:30 pm and the first gathering will be at 8:00 pm. Cost is $245 for the whole weekend, which includes Saturday and Sunday meals. Space is still available, so reserve your space soon by e mail to: Nan at nanmark77@aol.com or Liz at ldeluca@staugustinenj.org. or calling Liz DeLuca at the Parish Office (732) All women are welcome, parishioners and non-parishioners, so bring a friend along. Come away with us, experience the beauty of the shore and the serenity of the sea and refresh your spirit.

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7 Bereavement Support Group For thus says the Lord God, the Holy One of Israel: By waiting and by calm you shall be saved, in the quiet and in trust shall be your strength. Isaiah 30:15 After the funeral, the silence can be deafening. Have you been struggling with the emptiness? Yet the healing work of the Lord takes place in the quiet waiting. Come and share your time of silence with others who are finding God in the shaping of the heart s quiet places. We are offering an eight-week workshop on Saturday Mornings, from 10am to 12 noon in the Augustine Room, from September 11th through October 27th. To register call Deacon Jim or deaconrivera@staugustinenj.org. Presence and solace are available for shaping empty spaces. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION MAILINGS CLASS ASSIGNMENTS Religious Education Students/Parents Class Assignments and Calendar have been mailed. Classes will begin on Wednesday, September 26th. Contact the Religious Education Office if you did not receive your assignment. TEACHER NEEDED Religious Education CCD is in need of a Grade 2 Special Focus teacher. Please contact Roseanne De Bari at the Parish Office. ATTENTION CONFIRMATION CANDIDATES SAINT AUGUSTINE SCHOOL AND RELIGIOUS EDUCATION STUDENTS GROWING IN FAITH JOURNALS DUE WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26th (Please bring them to class) PARISH BREAKFAST RETURNS SEPTEMBER 16, 2018 The Parish Breakfast Ministry is again sponsoring the St. Augustine Sunday Breakfast on the 3rd Sunday of each month after the 8:00 and 10:00 am Masses. Eggs Bacon Hash Browns Muffins Coffee Menu Sausage Pancakes Bagels Juice (orange or apple) Tea The cost is $4.00 (Adults and Children over 12 years) $3.00 (Seniors and Children under 12 years old) Come and join us for good food and great company with other parishioners. Looking forward to seeing everyone there.

8 Music Ministry The Folk Group begins this week, September 4th. Rehearsals are on Tuesday evenings at 8:00 p.m. in the Augustine Room We welcome new voices and instrumentalists to the Folk Group. The Parish Choir begins rehearsals September 5th this week, on Wednesdays 7:45 p.m. 9:30 p.m. in the Church. Please speak to Mr. Berg after mass to join this choir. The Handbell Choir begins this week also, September 5th, rehearsing on Wednesdays from 6:30 7:30 p.m. in the Church. We warmly welcome new members. (Knowledge of right from left and keeping the beat are required.) Please see Mr. Berg after mass to join this choir. Contact Mr. Berg at To Our St. A s Families: Welcome back to the school year! The faculty and staff have been working hard over the summer, continuing professional development, preparing their rooms and planning for the year. The opportunities we offer our students are great...from field trips, differentiating for individual needs, to service learning and leadership! We are excited to be part of your child s academic and spiritual growth. I wish ALL our students in our parish the very best year! From students starting preschool to our students headed off to college, this time of year brings excitement and anticipation! My prayer for you is that you grow into the best people you can be, that you recognize your gifts and talents and share them with others, and that you ALWAYS keep Jesus close in your hearts! Blessings to you! Sister Mary Louise Shulas, MPF Principal St. Augustine of Canterbury School LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM In God s Image, the Catholic Faith Sharing Group for gays, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people at Sacred Heart Church, South Plainfield, meets the 2nd Wednesday of every month at 7:00 PM in the Annex Building. Our next meeting is September 12.l The group is open to LGBT adults, 18 and over, and their families. All are welcome for faith sharing, prayer, conversation and support. For more information, contact Fr. John at , ext 125 or the group may be reached by contacting or by ing sacredheartigi@gmail.com. ARE YOU REGISTERED? Are you a registered parishioners at St. Augustine? If you come to St. Augustine regularly and do not use our offering envelopes, you are not considered registered parishioners. Those seeking sponsorship forms for Baptism or Confirmation must be registered parishioners. Registration is also necessary for Baptisms and Marriage. Please contact the Parish Office to obtain registration papers. The Sanctuary Guild is seeking volunteers to assist with the dusting and glass cleaning chores which they do in our Church. The group of volunteers help in keeping our Church clean and neat during the week and would welcome additional volunteers. If you are interested and would like more information or to volunteer, please contact Jan at or Janine at ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CATHOLIC? Or perhaps you are a baptized Catholic who never completed the Sacraments of Initiation (Confirmation and Eucharist). The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is just for you! Gather with others who desire to know the Lord Jesus Christ in the truth of the Catholic Faith, as we undergo catechesis, reflect on the scriptures, and contemplate our call to faith in Christ in preparation for Baptism and/or reception and completion of the Sacraments of Initiation. Meetings are held on Sundays at 8:00 am in Father McGivney Hall (followed by 10:00 am Mass). If you are interested in getting connected, please call the Parish Center Deacon Denis Rest in Peace Margaret Sichta Mother of Paul Sichta 3 Chipper Drive Kendall Park, NJ Lea DeBari Mother of Antonio DeBari Dr. Roberto DeBari 34 Village Road 50 Stonehedge Drive Kendall Park, NJ East Windsor, NJ 08520

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