Saint Joseph. Roman Catholic Church. PASTOR: Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

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1 Saint Joseph Oradell/New Milford, NJ SAINT JOSEPH SCHOOL CARNIVAL COMING SEPT Roman Catholic Church PASTOR: Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time July 31, 2016 Msgr. David C. Hubba PAROCHIAL VICARS: Rev. Andrew Park Rev. Roy Regaspi DEACON George Montalvo DEACON Edward Maron PASTOR EMERITUS: Rev. George M. Reilly MASS SCHEDULE 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 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 /Fax Website Parish Office 105 Harrison St., New Milford office@sjcnj.org sjcnj.org Fax #: 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 Summer Hours: (Parish Office) Mon-Thurs: 9 am - 5 pm ; Fri-9 am 2 pm; (Rel. Ed.) Mon-Thurs: 10 am-4 pm (Also by appointment.)

2 Saturday 5:00 pm Sunday 7:30 am 9:00 am am 12:00 pm Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 8:30 pm Saturday 5:00 pm Sunday 7:30 am 9:00 am 10:30 am 12:00 pm July 30, 2016 John & Maria Flieger July 31, 2016 People of the Parish Michael Rabbia, Sr. Perry Di Giovanni Vincenzo Alise SAINT JOSEPH CHURCH ORADELL/NEW MILFORD, NJ August 1, 2016 Ellen O Connor (Birthday living) Philip McGough August 2, 2016 Nancy Degand Pat Braun August 3, 2016 Don Casey Phyllis Westlake August 4, 2016 Margaret Murphy Emily & Jack La Be (Wedding Anniversary Remembrance) August 5, 2016 For the living and deceased members of the Prior & Plinio Families Maureen Flynn Columbo (living) August 6, 2016 James Cleary, Sr. Edward & Marguerite Jackson August 7, 2016 People of the Parish Mary Greenan Colleen O Connor (Birthday living) Octavio & Crespina Acero BREAD & WINE INTENTIONS The bread and wine for the week of July 31, 2016 is offered in loving memory of Nora McNicol Birthday Remembrance as requested by Nora Reilly. Bread and Wine Intentions are still available for Open dates include: Sept. 4, 11, 18; Oct. 2, 16, 23; Nov. 20, 27. Stop by the rectory/parish office to reserve your date. Donation is $40 for bread or wine; $80 for both. 2 PRAYER REQUESTS Let us remember those who are ill: Linda Burns, Kristin Kamal, Baby Oliver Kamal, Carmen Jimenez, Felix Matos Let us remember those who have recently died: Maddalena Giansante, Donald Mason Let us remember those serving in the military. SUNDAY COLLECTION Week of July 24, 2016 BASKET PARISHPAY TOTAL $6,960 $3,795 $10,755 Total ParishPay donations are divided into five weeks (instead of four) for the month of July. STEWARDSHIP REFLECTION Take care to guard against all greed, for though one may be rich, one s life does not consist of possessions. LUKE 12:15 The Gospel message today is so contrary to our modern culture where advertising continually tries to convince us that our value lies in the things we possess. Jesus showed us that our true value lies in the way we live our lives. He challenges us to not store up or hoard material possessions, but rather to live a grateful and generous lifestyle. DON T FORGET SAINT JOSEPH CHURCH! As you head off for your summer vacation, please be sure to drop off or mail your parish envelope to the rectory/parish office at 105 Harrison Street, New Milford, NJ before you go (or even when you return). Your support throughout the summer is much needed and greatly appreciated. Visit us on our websites: CHURCH: sjcnj.org SCHOOL: sjsusa.org RELIGIOUS ED.: sjcnjre.org Saint Joseph Parish Staff Parish Trustees Mr. Brendan Walsh/Mrs. Carol Winkler Dir. of Religious Education..Deacon George Montalvo Sacraments Coordinator.Mrs. Arlene Kennedy Director of Music.Mr. Monroe Quinn Youth Minister..Mrs. Donna Cirino Facilities Director...Mr. Tom Meli Business Manager..Mrs. Phyllis Vrola Parish Secretary...Mrs. Geraldine Carolan Principal...Mrs. Colette Vail of Saint Joseph School Vice Principal.Mrs. Angela Gussoni Dir. of Communications/..Mrs. Diane Hellriegel Bulletin Editor

3 EIGHTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME ~ JULY 31, 2016 FROM THE DESK OF DEACON GEORGE George Montalvo, deacon of Saint Joseph Church and Director of our Religious Education Program, is our guest columnist this week. Msgr. Hubba s column will return on August 14. Becoming parents is one of the greatest experiences a person can have in life. It is a gift but a great responsibility too. In a sense, with parenthood we become co-participants in God s creating effort; we fulfill the instruction to multiply that God gave to our forefathers. Nonetheless, parenthood comes with multilevel responsibilities within the family, the Church, and in society at large. It is our duty to educate our children as good members of our families, support them to succeed in life, teach them the faith, and make sure they become good Catholic-Christians and active citizens as well. The Code of Canon Law, which is the law that rules the Church s activities, speaks of this important role of parents: Parents have the most grave duty and the primary right to take care as best they can for the physical, social, cultural, moral, and religious education of their offspring. In the Catechism of the Catholic Church we are reminded of the wonderful responsibilities and privileges that we have as parents. Through the grace of the sacrament of marriage, parents receive the responsibility and privilege of evangelizing their children. Parents should initiate their children at an early age into the mysteries of the faith of which they are the first heralds for their children. As Christian people, it is at the Sacrament of Baptism that parents promise to educate their children in the practice of the faith. At the same time the celebrant prompts parents of their duty to teach their children to keep God s commandments, and to love God and neighbor. The celebrant plainly asks parents, Do you clearly understand what you are undertaking? (Do we really?) Overall, Christian parents assume a great and important responsibility: educate their children to become disciples of Jesus Christ in the Catholic tradition in this society here and now. It is a wonderful challenge, but not an easy one, is it? There are a few important aspects derived from this promise at Baptism: 1. We are called as family to help our children know God, but most of all to love Him and to build a personal relationship with God as father and Jesus (continued above) 3 Christ as brother someone who is close and always present. This is only possible when faith is the priority in families and, as such, is shown by praying together, regularly attending the Eucharist, and speaking about faith at home. 2. We are called as family to participate as an active member of our faith community. The parish community is our spiritual family that helps to support and encourage us in our faith journey, even in those difficult moments. This is achieved when families meet together, participate in a ministry, bring their children to the weekend Eucharist, to the Religious Education Program, attend retreats and other parish-based activities. 3. We are called to make disciples, which is bringing our faith to the streets and to our places of work and schools. Even though it may not be possible at all times to do by word freely or openly (because we might run into problems), we can always proclaim the Good News by witnessing to it through the way we live. Jesus commanded his disciples at the end of his earthly life: Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. (Mt. 28: 19-21) This commandment applies to every baptized person. It is our mission to make disciples for our Lord Jesus Christ. But what is a disciple? According to the Webster Dictionary, a disciple is someone who accepts and helps to spread the teachings of a famous person. For us, being a disciple also includes witnessing to the teachings of Jesus Christ by living our lives in accordance with his Word. Discipleship begins at home and no one can take the place of the parents in instilling it in their children. There are no more powerful examples than when a father teaches his children how to speak to God, when a mother teaches the devotion to Mary, or, despite their busy schedules, families come to Mass every weekend and teach children that Faith is a priority and that God always fits into their busy schedules. Deacon George Montalvo

4 SAINT JOSEPH CHURCH ORADELL/NEW MILFORD, NJ BECOME A WATERING WARRIOR FOR SAINT JOSEPH CHURCH! CATECHISTS NEEDED Catechists are needed for the Fall in the following grades: Sundays (10:10-11:35 am) Grade 3 (2) and Grade 4 (3); Tuesdays (3:45-5:10 pm) Kindergarten (2), Grade 1 (4), Grade 2 (1); Wednesdays (4:45-6:10 pm) Grade 7 (3), Grade 8 (2). A tuition discount is available to anyone serving as a catechist who also has a child in the Religious Education program. Please call Deacon George or Mrs. Arlene Kennedy at if you would like to learn more. Are you looking for something to enhance your experience with the Lord and your church? Do you have 30 minutes a week to spare to do so? The "watering warriors" could use a few extra hands! We water the plants inside the church and outside each entrance. It s simple! All you need is a willing spirit; green thumb not required! Just call Teresa Glenn at EUCHARISTIC ADORATION AUGUST 3 If you want to grow in your faith journey, but can t find the time or don t know where to start, try Relevant Radio Catholic Talk Radio (1430 on the AM dial)! If you are stuck in traffic, don t get frustrated, give 1430 AM a try. Bring peace to your day! Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will be held on Wednesday, August 3 in Mary s Chapel from 9:00 am 5:00 pm. The Legion of Mary invites you to attend. ST. JOHN VIANNEY, THE CURÉ OF ARS SOLEMNITY AUGUST 4 Jean-Baptiste-Marie Vianney, also known as St. John Vianney, was born in France in Even though his education was interrupted by the French Revolution, he worked hard to learn, and he was ordained a priest in Three years later he was appointed parish priest of the Ars parish. He often spent up to 16 hours a day hearing confessions. He died on August 4, 1859 and was canonized by Pope Piux X in He became known as the patron saint of parish priests. The Saint John Vianney Residence in Rutherford, NJ, is a facility for retired priests in our own archdiocese. READ THE CATHOLIC ADVOCATE ONLINE! For the latest news from the Archdiocese of Newark go to: catholicadvocate_ (no spaces). JUNIOR YOUTH GROUP PLANNED ADULT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Do you enjoy working with preteens and teenagers? In September, Saint Joseph will be starting a Junior Youth Group (for students in Grades 6-7-8). Our Youth Minister, Donna Cirino, is looking for adults (age 21 and up) who would like to be part of this exciting ministry. You are cordially invited to join Donna and the adults who have been helping with the Sr. Youth Group to discuss ideas and to plan for a retreat for both the Sr. and Jr. Youth Groups in November. For more information and for the date and time of the meeting, please contact Donna either by at cirinod@sjcnj.org or on her cell at FIRST FRIDAY DEVOTION AUGUST 5 Join us for the First Friday holy hour devotion to the Sacred Heart on Friday, August 5 immediately after the Mass in Mary s Chapel. 4

5 EIGHTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME ~ JULY 31, 2016 **SAVE THIS DATE!** JOIN SAINT JOSEPH SCHOOL AT 2016 NATIONAL NIGHT OUT AUGUST 2 AT NEW MILFORD MEMORIAL FIELD New Milford will be hosting a GIANT town-wide block party on Memorial Field, directly behind Borough Hall (930 River Rd.) on Tuesday, August 2 from 7:00 to 10:00 pm. Residents in New Milford and across the nation are asked to lock their doors, turn on outside lights and spend the evening outside with neighbors and police. Among the highlights will be amusement rides, music, food vendors, law enforcement and emergency services displays, ice cream, face painting, dunk tank, displays from the Army, Navy, and Marines, and much more. Stop by Saint Joseph School s table and say hi to Principal Colette Vail! Learn more about our upcoming Carnival (see info opposite), take a look at all the exciting happenings at our school, and take home a Carnival lollipop! Hope to see you there! Do you have a local business or service? BECOME A CARNIVAL SPONSOR $500 Sponsor Package includes a 6-foot promotional banner; 1 sheet of 30 tickets; 1 Sunday Wrist Band (unlimited rides) LOOKING FOR A QUALITY CATHOLIC EDUCATION? Check out $200 Sponsor Package 12x18 Individual Promotional Poster Board $15 $199 Sponsor Package Spot on the All Sponsors Banner SAINT JOSEPH SCHOOL Pre-K 3-Grade 8 For more information or to sign up as a sponsor, contact Saint Joseph School at Visit us on our website sjsusa.org and then call us at to schedule a tour. ENROLL YOUR CHILD IN A NATIONAL BLUE RIBBON SCHOOL Registration is ongoing. Don t wait to start giving your child the best possible foundation for a fantastic future! Saint Joseph School accepts students from 3 years old to Grade 8. Registration for September is now taking place. DON T MISS OUT! Call to arrange a visit 305 Elm Street, Oradell, NJ 5

6 SAINT JOSEPH CHURCH ORADELL/NEW MILFORD, NJ Pick up a brochure in our church racks or at our parish office. Contact Nuovo Tours at or at for details. See our bulletin in FULL COLOR at sjcnj.org RESPECT FOR LIFE INITIATIVE RETREAT-PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND WITH FATHER ROY REGASPI JANUARY 10-20, 2017 Contact your NJ State Senator and Assembly Members and ask them to support A3452/ S2026, the Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act. To find your NJ State Senator and two State Representatives by district/town, visit: Walk in the footsteps of our Savior and His Blessed Mother. Explore the sacred places of His birth, life, death and resurrection. Visit Bethlehem, Cana, Nazareth, Jerusalem, Emmaus, sail on the Sea of Galilee and more. The 11 day trip ($2,800 based on double occupancy) includes: Round trip airfare from New York (includes taxes and fuel surcharge) to Tel Aviv airport and land transportation 9 nights in superior tourist class hotels Hotel taxes and service charges Breakfast and dinner daily Touring by private air conditioned motor coach Daily Mass Services of professional speaking tour escort Retreat, daily Mass, Confessions available Renewal of marriage vows at Cana for couples Renewal of baptismal vows at the Jordan River Baggage handling and hotel taxes OUTSIDE APPEAL REQUEST PROCEDURE The Saint Joseph Pastoral Council has formalized the process for outside organizations requesting to make appeals during weekend Masses. The procedure, guidelines, and a convenient online request form can be found by going to our parish website sjcnj.org clicking on the Contact Us tab and then on Appeal Request. This new process will help the Pastoral Council to effectively evaluate and make decisions about out-ofparish requests for appeals. HOW TO REPORT ABUSE The Archdiocese takes very seriously any and all allegations of sexual misconduct by members of the clergy, Religious and lay staff of the Archdiocese. We encourage anyone with knowledge of such to inform us immediately so that we may take appropriate action to protect others and provide support to any victim. Individuals who wish to report an allegation may do so by calling the Archdiocesan Office of Child and Youth Protection at For more information, call Angelica Villegas at Regina Tours at CATHOLIC ext. 250 or her at 6

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