The Church of the little flower

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1 IN MEMORY~ His Lord said to him, Well done, you good and faithful servant: you have been faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things: enter you into the joy of your Lord. Saturday September 17, :30pm- Jim Giambalvo by his wife Earlene Sunday September 18, :30am- Angelina Testa by NLT and family 9:30am- Barbara Forrester by Walter Forrester 11:30am- Carlos Cardenas by Isabel Cabrera Monday September 19, :00am- Edward Fuhrmann, Sr. by Matt and Lara Donohue Tuesday September 20, am- Madeline Maione by Nadine and Bob Tokash Wednesday September 21, am- Deceased members of the Terrezza family Thursday September 22, am- Intentions of the Newman family Friday September 23, am- Mary Penn by her family Saturday September 24, am- Anthony and Mary Ann Manganelli by their family 5:30pm- Bob McCabe by Emma Militante and family Sunday September 25, :30am- Joseph Cardiello by his family 9:30am- Jerimiah Harrington by his family 11:30am- Ascencion Cabrera by Isabel Cabrera and grandchildren This week s altar bread and sacramental wine are donated in memory of Jim Giambalvo by his wife Earlene. IF YOU OR A FAMILY MEMBER NEEDS GLUTEN FREE HOSTS AT MASS, PLEASE CONTACT THE RECTORY. GOD BLESS OUR MILITARY ~ Andrew James Giambalvo Lance Corporal U.S. Marine Corp, Michael Russo Jr. Captain U.S. Army, William C. Toft Captain U. S. Army, Craig Brzeczkowski Spc., Nicholas Ragazzo, John Ninivaggi, U.S. Army LTJG, Patrick R. Smith U.S. Coast Guard and John Manganiello U.S. Coast Guard. Keep them in your prayers to recognize their sacrifice. # GETEXCITED! Little Flower has launched a Little Flower Parish Twitter account. Follow us THIS WEEKEND IN OUR PARISH There will be a blessing of the catechists at all Masses and a second collection for parish fuel and utilities expenses. FEED YOUR FAITH PICNIC - As we say good-bye to the summer and hello to fall, Little Flower invites you and your families to our Feed Your Faith opening picnic on Sept. 18 (rain date: Sept. 25). We'll enjoy an afternoon of food (featuring SuzyQue s Barbeque), fun and games starting at 12:30pm. No charge but free will offering appreciated. FIRST WEEK OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION! CLASSES BEGIN ON SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 th. BABY FOOD AND DIAPER DRIVE Sponsored by Community Outreach to benefit St. Joseph s Social Service Center in Elizabeth. QUARTERLY MINISTRY LEADERS MEETING September 18 th at 7 pm in the Upper Church.

2 PARENT SESSION FOR PARENTS OF CHILDREN WISHING TO BE CONFIRMED IN OCTOBER September 18 th at 1:30 pm in the cafeteria. This information session is for the parents of current eigth graders, who are interested in making their Confirmation. THIS WEEK IN OUR PARISH RECONCILIATION is celebrated each Saturday from 4-5 pm and Monday from 7-8 pm in the cry room of the Upper Church. JUNIOR CHOIR Mondays at 4:45pm YOUTH CHOIR Wednesdays at 4:45 pm ADULT CHOIR Wednesdays at 7:30pm HEALING THE GRIEVING HEART Mondays beginning Sept 19 th at 7 pm in room 1H. BIBLE STUDY Tuesdays at 7 pm in room 2H. MIRACULOUS MEDAL NOVENA Tuesdays after 9 am Mass. DIVINE MERCY Fridays after 9 am Mass if there is a funeral at 10 am, Divine Mercy is at 3 pm. FOOD PANTRY Fridays 12-2 pm & Saturdays 9-11 am. Visit our food pantry page at to volunteer, to see a list of stocked items or to donate online. MEN ON THE JOURNEY Saturdays at 7:45 to 8:45 am in room 1H in the school. Doors open at 7:30 am. Questions? Call Jack O Grady at PRAYER CHAIN If you are in need of prayers, for any reason, call the rectory with your request or prayerchain.lf@gmail.com NOVENA TO SAINT TERESE The celebration of our Patron Saint begins on September 22 nd. We will pray the Novena prior to all Masses and will conclude with the veneration of her relic after Mass on October 1 st and 2 nd. If you would like a copy of the Novena, call or stop by the rectory. Send me a rose! NEXT WEEKEND IN OUR PARISH The baby food and diaper drive continues. Thank you for your support! Come meet our new Pastoral Associate, Margaret Manning, after the 9:30 Mass. Refreshments will be served. If the day is bright and sunny look for Margaret outside the Upper Church. If it s rainy, the reception will be held in the cafeteria. COMMUNITY OUTREACH FALL RAFFLE TICKET SALE BEGINS. You will be reciving your tickets in the mail. The drawing is Sunday, October 23 rd after the 9:30 Mass. Make sure to return your LUCKY TICKETS! PARENT SESSION FOR PARENTS OF CHILDREN WISHING TO BE CONFIRMED IN OCTOBER September 25th at 1:30 pm in the cafeteria. This information session is for the parents of current eigth graders, who are interested in making their Confirmation. CONFIRMATION REHEARSALS September 25 th : 6pm for those making their Confirmation at 10 am. 7:30 pm for those making their Confirmation at 2:30pm.

3 MINISTRY NEWS RESPECT LIFE The Catholic Perspective on End-of-Life Care and the Dangers of Doctor- Prescribed Suicide - In New Jersey, a Death with Dignity bill is pending, which, if passed, would legalize doctor-prescribed suicide in our state. Yet what does Death with Dignity really mean? What does the church teach about life-sustaining healthcare decisions? On Sunday, October 2, 2016 at 7 pm, guest speaker Jennifer Ruggiero, Director of the Office of Respect for Life Diocese of Metuchen, will present a workshop that addresses the following topics: Advance Directives for Health Care, Nutrition and Hydration, Proportionate Care, Palliative Care, the Dangers of Doctor-Prescribed Suicide Legislation. The workshop takes place in Little Flower s school cafeteria at 7 pm and is free of charge. Please join us to learn more about this important topic. FOOD CARDS BENEFITING LITTLE FLOWER - Please continue to support LFC by purchasing Stop & Shop or Shop Rite cards! Call or text Julie at OR leave a message at the rectory, Always available, painless way to donate to Little Flower, $25.00 each. Donate one to the Little Flower Food Pantry, the homeless ministry or to a charity of your choice. BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY NEEDS MEMBERS Looking for a way to give back to the Lord? The Bereavement Ministry serves the parish and supports individuals and families who grieve the death of a loved one. We plan the Mass of Remembrance, the Blue Christmas Prayer Service and the Loss of Child Prayer Service. We also send cards and deliver a comfort bag to the family contact of the deceased and organize the bereavement support groups offered twice a year. (We do not attend the support group.) We meet the 2nd Monday of each month from September through May. Our monthly meetings are no longer than one hour. Please contact Mariana Terrezza or Maria Politano at: bereavement.lf@gmail.com or call for more information. Altar Linens Preparation Ministry Currently, two ladies from Little Flower prepare the Altar Linens, rotating every other week. This Labor of Love, done in the privacy of your own home, consists of soaking linens, then washing and ironing. A brief training will be offered. We are looking to grow this ministry and share the Blessings. Several volunteers are desperately needed to join us. This would allow each person to rotate every six to eight weeks, depending on the number of angels who say yes to this calling to share our time for our Faith. This at-home ministry is a perfect opportunity for people who want to serve the parish amidst a busy schedule. If you feel the call, please contact Margaret at pastoral110.lf@gmail.com. God Bless you for considering this ministry! AROUND TOWN Join us for this opportunity to reflect on The Holy Year of Mercy: A Faith- Sharing With Reflections by Pope Francis A modern application of Mercy! Pope Francis has focused on the theme of God s mercy since the beginning of his pontificate and has declared an Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy. The Holy Year of Mercy: A Faith-Sharing: With Reflections by Pope Francis is an opportunity to participate in this holy year in a meaningful way. This faith sharing is a reflection on how to apply mercy in your daily life. Each of the sessions features a Gospel passage followed by a homily on that passage given by Pope Francis. Group questions for reflection and discussion focus on both the Scripture text and the homily. Related Scripture passages are included, as well as an action step that can be used in your life to grow in the practice and understanding of God s mercy and His relationship with us. Pope Francis wants the Church to become an oasis of mercy for all.

4 The Holy Year of Mercy: A Faith-Sharing: With Reflections by Pope Francis will be offered at Our Lady of Peace Church, Parish Hall, 111 South Street in New Providence on Tuesday evenings from 7:00-9:00pm for 9 weeks: Oct. 11, 18, Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Dec. 6 & 13 th. Invite your friends and family to join us. Be sure to bring your bible. REGISTRATION Fees $11.00 to cover the cost of the chapter study book Please return the completed form with a check made payable to: Our Lady of Peace Church and send it to: Our Lady of Peace Church Rectory, 111 South Street, New Providence, NJ Name(s): Street: City: Home Phone: Zip Cell Phone: Parish Name/ City: Preregistration is necessary as space is limited. Deadline Oct 3 rd EYEGLASSES FOR THE NEEDY The Knights of Columbus, Summit Council (New Providence, Summit and Berkeley Heights) collects used eyeglasses. Donations may be dropped in the box at the rectory during business hours. Join Our Team...Serve the Community and Make a Difference Please consider volunteering your time and talents to BHVRS. All training is provided free of charge. BHVRS also needs Auxiliary members, no medical training required, who can help us during our special events such as our free 1 hour Community CPR classes, our Relay for Life plant sale, food drives, ambulance tours at the holiday tree lighting, which the children seem to enjoy so much, school events as well as helping us at community events where we provide medical standby - GL football games, 5Ks, the BH Street Fair, school events and more. For more information, please stop by the Squad or call and arrange for a visit, or go to BHVRS.org or like us on Facebook. FROM THE ARCHDIOCESE Announcement Regarding Catholic High School Entrance Exam (COOP) Attention families of 8th grade students wanting to attend Catholic High School in fall The Catholic High School entrance exam (COOP) will be given on Nov. 11, Students need to register for this exam starting Sept. 1 by going to calling , or ing support@coopexam.org. Catholic High Schools are holding their annual admissions fair called HS EXPO. At HS EXPO, parents and students can see many schools at once -- college fair style -- from 7:00 pm - 8:30pm on the following dates and places: September Archdiocesan Center in Newark September Visitation Academy in Paramus September Primary Prep/St. Aeden in Jersey City. For more information visit: Catholicschoolsnj.org or call Thanksgiving for Archbishop John Myers On Wednesday, October 12, 2016, a Celebration Mass of Thanksgiving will be said for a number of Achbishop Myers milestone anniversaries in 2016: His 15th Anniversary of Appointment as Archbishop of Newark (July 24) His 75th Birthday (July 26) His 15th Anniversary of Installation as Archbishop of Newark (October 9) His 50th Anniversary of Ordination as a Priest (December 17). During this year the Archbishop also celebrates his 29 th Anniversary of Ordination as a Bishop. Mass will be celebrated at 5:30PM in the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, followed by a Reception in the Chancery. The Archbishop looks forward to seeing you there Contact the rectory to reserve your spot.

5 Jubilee of Mercy special event! Morning of Mercy Mini Pilgrimage! Saturday, September 24, :30 am - 12:30 pm Divine Mercy Parish 232 Central Ave., Rahway, NJ Special Guest Speaker Msgr. Joseph Reilly Missionary of Mercy Come receive the graces of the Jubilee Year of Mercy! At the Morning of Mercy all are invited to receive the grace of a plenary indulgence Available at this special mini pilgrimage Pass through the Holy Door of Mercy Adoration Confession Inspirational talk by Msgr. Joseph Reilly, Missionary of Mercy Holy Mass This special event is open to all - invite your friends and family!