Mass Schedule. Holy Days. First Friday - Eucharistic Adoration. Marriage. Miraculous Medal St. Anthony Novena. Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick

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1 St. Francis of Assisi A Capuchin - Franciscan Ministry We, the Parish of St. Francis of Assisi, guided by the Holy Spirit, are a Christian Community called by God to take part in the mission of love and truth in the world. With firm faith in Jesus the Christ and the Holy Gospel, we find our strength through prayer and the Sacraments, that we may become God s servants to our sisters and brothers. Brian Tomlinson, O.F.M. Cap., Pastor Anthony Giudice, O.F.M. Cap., Parochial Vicar Pius Caccavalle, O.F.M. Cap. Sam Frapaul, O.F.M. Cap. Joseph Vrindten, Deacon Alejandro Polanco, Deacon Nancy J. Carucci, Pastoral Associate Natale Tumminia, Trustee Jean Garofalo, Trustee Katty Gallardo, Parish Secretary Mass Schedule Monday Friday: 7:00 AM Saturday: 7:00 AM, 5:30 PM, 7:00 PM (Spanish) Sunday: 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM (Italian Mass), 10:15 AM, 11:30 AM (Children s Mass English), 12:45 PM (Spanish) Holy Days Vigil Mass: 7:00 PM (Spanish) 7:00 AM, 12:00 Noon, 7:00 PM First Friday - Eucharistic Adoration Beginning with the 7am Mass, lasting all day and ending at 7pm with the Holy Hour Mass. Anyone interested in spending an hour with our Lord kindly call the office for a time slot. Miraculous Medal St. Anthony Novena Tuesdays: 7:00 PM Reconciliation Confession Saturday at 4:30 PM or by appointment. Baptism Baptisms will be celebrated on the 1st Saturday of every month in English and on the 3rd Saturday in Spanish. Call the office. Marriage Arrangements should be made one year prior to the marriage. Please contact the Church Office before any social arrangements are made. Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick Please notify us when a member of your family is in the hospital or unable to attend Church and wishes to receive the Sacraments. For Emergencies contact the Rectory ( ) day or night. Padre Pio Academy: 100 South Main Street, Hackensack Padre Pio Academy is accredited by the Commission on Elementary Schools of the Middle States Association of Schools and Colleges, and is sponsored by the Catholic Parish Communities of Hackensack: Holy Trinity, Immaculate Conception (St. Mary), Saint Francis of Assisi and Saint Joseph. Friary School Patricia Vrindten, Music Ministry 50 Lodi Street Pre-K3 8th Grade Principal Rosalie Cauceglia, Hackensack, NJ So. Main Street Anne Dettloff, Organist Hackensack, NJ School Secretary Fax: Angelfound@optonline.net Fax: Religious Ed/RCIA Youth Choir Director Denise & Dana Ramirez Linda Pelaez Dorian - DRE Co-Directors Bingo - Non-Smoking, Wednesday & Friday 7:30 PM, Doors Open at 5:00 PM.

2 MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK Sunday April 19th - 2nd Sunday of Easter 8:00 AM + Mary & Steven Mirra by Cathy Mirra Fr. Peter Nicosia by Dr. & Mrs. Bernard Saccaro 9:00 AM + Carmen Maisano by Carmelo Maisano + Remo Montella by parents + Angelo Carollo by wife + Carlo & Lucia DiTomasso by Family 10:15 PM + Kathryn Thompson by mom Rose + Marguerite & Louis DeLorenzo by children + Servillano Billy Dolina by Family 11:30 AM People of the Parish 12:45 PM + Rosana Arango by Familia Meneses + Manuel Jesus Cuzco + Maria De La Nube Velecela + St. Vicente de Paul + Simeon Rodriguez by La Familia Monday April 20th 7:00 AM + Italia Corvino by Cono & Teresa Savino + Pietro Carfi by Joseph & Carmela Zisa + John Ruffino by Mr. & Mrs. Joe Viola Tuesday April 21st 7:00 AM + Aurelio Tartaglione by Elda Tartaglione + Emma Ingallinera by Terry Dodey 7:00 PM + Miraculous Medal/St. Anthony Novena Wednesday April 22nd 7:00 AM + Evan J. Colella by Marie Turanski + Maria Zisa by Mr. & Mrs. Riotto Thursday April 23rd 7:00 AM + Angie Andreolo by Joyce Andreolo + Anthony & Frieda Roma by Daughter-in-law Viola 7:30 PM + Memorial Mass for Gaetano Mastorana Friday April 24th 7:00 AM All relatives & friends of the Doherty Family by Brian Doherty + Angelina, Antonia & Anthony Vigilanti by Lucia Vigilanti 7:30 PM + Padre Pio Mass Saturday April 25th 7:00 AM + Special Intentions 5:30 PM + Edgard Rund by Tony & Marie Osorio + Gary Menditto by Mike & May D Arminio + Joseph Mansueto by Ginny D Elia & Family + Frank C. Fusco (Ann.) by Anita Fusco & Family 7:00 PM + Special Intentions Sunday April 26th - 3rd Sunday of Easter 8:00 AM + Rose Farmer by Cathy Mirra 9:00 AM + Aurelio Tartaglione by Elda Tartaglione + Giovanna Iozzia by Gruppo Regina Pacis + Quirico Farris by Family 10:15 PM + Michael J. Sutera (Ann.) by Loving wife & Family + Chuck Cielo by sister Pat & Barbara 11:30 AM + Special Intentions 12:45 PM + José Campillo by Iris Campillo + Alfonso Meneses by Familia Meneses 1 Dear Brothers and Sisters: Leo Buscaglia once told a story that happened while he was a professor at the University of Southern California. He had a student who was brilliant and filled with potential. Joel, however, had lost his meaning and purpose for living. Joel had been brought up in the Jewish faith, but like many young people he had wandered away. God had become a meaningless symbol. He had no motivation to live another day and no one could convince him otherwise. So he prepared to take his own life. On his way, he stopped by Leo s office. Fortunately, the good doctor was in. The student told Leo that he had lots of money, clothes and cars. He had been accepted at several of the top engineering schools to work on his Master s degree. He had everything going for him, even good looks. Women circled around him like sharks. Yet he had nothing inside. There was no fire or passion in his belly. He had no vision, no joy, no enthusiasm, no peace, no harmony. Leo said, Before you take your life, I want you to visit some old people at the Hebrew Home which is adjacent to our campus. What for? the young man countered. Leo said, You need to understand life through the eyes of your heart. The eyes of my heart? the young man asked. Yes, you need to experience what it is like to give to those who have lost their connection to a meaningful life. Go to the desk and ask if there are people there who have not been visited for a long time by anyone. You visit them. And say what? the young man asked. I don t know, Leo said, Tell them anything that will give them hope. Notice Leo s strategy we get back what we give. Leo did not see the student for months. In fact, he largely forgot about him. Then one day during the fall, he saw him coming from a bus with a group of seniors, some of whom were in wheel chairs. Joel had organized a trip to the baseball game with a group of his new senior friends who had not been to a game in years. Leo and Joel chatted for a moment. Just before parting Joel said, Thanks for helping me find the eyes of my heart. Leo nodded and smiled. Jesus has told us, You Will know my disciples by the way they have learned to love one another. On This Divine Mercy Sunday, let us resolve to make our lives that much better by improving our behavior to those less fortunate than ourselves. Then we will be known as His Disciples. Love and prayers, Fr. Brian

3 BABY SHOWER FOR BIRTHRIGHT ALL PARISHIONERS ARE INVITED Sponsored by the Secular Franciscans Date: May 2-3, 2009 Place: St Francis Church Time: At all Masses Second Sunday of Easter (Divine Mercy Sunday) April 19, 2009 Who indeed is the victor over the world but the one who believes that Jesus is the Son of God? 1 John 5:5 TODAY S READINGS First Reading With great power the apostles bore witness to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus (Acts 4:32-35). Psalm Give thanks to the Lord for he is good, his love is everlasting (Psalm 118). Second Reading The victory that conquers the world is our faith (1 John 5:1-6). Gospel Blessed are those who have not seen and have believed (John 20:19-31). Padre Pio Academy Registration Padre Pio Academy (the result of the merging of St. Francis School & Holy Trinity School) is located at 100 So. Main St., Hackensack. Applications are now being accepted for the school year for grades Pre- K3 through 8. Pre-K3 Little Angels Program offers a full day program from 7:30 AM to 3PM or half day program from 9AM - 12PM. Pre-K4 is a full day program for children who are 4 years old by October 1st, Kindergarten is a full day program and the child must be 5 years old by October 1st, For more information, please call the school office between 9AM and 3PM at SAVE THE DATE St. Francis School will be holding an Over the Rainbow Tricky Tray on Saturday, April 25th, Admission is $10 and it includes coffee, tea & cookies plus a sheet of tickets for prizes. Doors will open at 4 PM. Tickets available at the school. Call beginning March 31st. 2 On Mothers Day, a day to honor mothers everywhere, we invite all parishioners to participate in a very special baby shower. Items needed are: Onesies undershirts Shampoo Regular undershirts Socks Towel sets Sweater sets Receiving blankets Stretch outfits Bibs Wipes Bottle with nipples Powder Diapers (all sizes) A&D ointment Outfits for 2 & 3 year old toddlers If you have any questions, please call Marguerite Cox at Thank you. ARCHDIOCESE OF NEWARK FAMILY LIFE ANNIVERSARY LITURGIES 2009 We are once again preparing the annual tradition of honoring those couples in our Archdiocese who will be celebrating five, twenty-five and fifty years of Christian marriage in the year These anniversary liturgies will be celebrated by Archbishop John J. Myers in the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark as follows: May 31, :00 PM 50 years (Essex & Union) June 7, :00 PM 50 years (Bergen & Hudson) June 14, :00 PM 25 & 5 years (All Counties) Please find the official registration form and instruction sheet as you enter the Church. Once received, we will acknowledge the reservation to the celebrating couple. For more information please call the Rectory. HACKENSACK B.P.O. ELKS #658 Large Hall for RENT for any kind of Party. Ample Parking. Full Bar Available GOOD PRICES 37 Linden Street, Hackensack. Please call Se RENTA salón para fiestas de todo tipo como cumpleaños, bautizos, etc. Tienen disponible una barra amplia. BUEN PRECIO. Para más información sírvase llamar al número

4 SO THAT YOU MAY BELIEVE It is not often that the author of one of the books of the Bible comes right out and tells us directly why he is writing what he is writing. In this Sunday s Gospel reading, taken from the conclusion of John s Gospel, the author tells us that he has chosen to record these events so that you may come to believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that through this belief you may have life in his name (20:31). The letter of John echoes this idea by saying that Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ is begotten by God (5:1) what we might refer to as being born again. Our reading from the Acts of the Apostles for this Second Sunday of Easter shows us exactly what it looks like when believers are born again through faith. SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!!! HOMEBOUND? HOSPITAL? NURSING FACILITY/REHAB CENTER? IF YOU OR ANYONE ARE AWARE OF ONE OF THESE PARTICULAR SITUATIONS, PLEASE INFORM THE CHURCH OF- FICE. WE DO MAKE HOUSE CALLS!!! COMMUNION, PRAYER SERVICE, CONFESSIONS AVAILABLE!!! (201) EXT. 11 GENEROSIDAD La generosidad no consiste en dar mucho, sino en dar a tiempo. Arquidiócesis de Newark, Apostolado Hispano Cartas de San Pablo Lugar: Iglesia San Francisco de Asís los Martes Abril: 21 y 28 Hora: 7:30 PM a 9:30 PM CURSILLO PARA PADRES Y MADRES El Programa de Educación Religiosa está ofreciendo un cursillo para padres quienes deseen aprender cómo educar a sus hijos en la plenitud de fe. El cursillo ofrece consejos y herramientas fáciles para ayudar a padres y madres a realizar un camino espiritual e inspirar la virtud, la disciplina y la esperanza en sus familias. LA CLASE SE REÚNE TODOS LOS DOMINGOS DE 10AM-11:30AM EN EL BINGO HALL. El Rosario de María Rosa Mística los invita a participar con ellos. Si desea más información sírvase comunicarse con Ercilia al o Cipriano CURSILLISTAS No se olviden que los cursillistas de la Iglesia San Francisco se reúnen todos los primeros sábados de cada mes a las 5:45 PM en el Sótano de la Iglesia. -3- Comité Hispano de la Iglesia San Francisco de Asís Rifa en Honor a las Madres Fecha: 10 de Mayo del 2009 Lugar: Sótano de la Iglesia Hora: 2 PM Donación: $2 Se estará rifando un VIZIO 32 LCD FHDTV 1080P Full High Definition Esperamos su participación en este evento LA FAMILIA QUE REZA UNIDA, PERMANECE UNIDA El Grupo de LA VIRGEN DE FATIMA de la parroquia San Francisco de Asís continúa visitando los hogares. Si usted desea ser visitada por la Virgen Madre de Dios y Madre nuestra, escuchar la Palabra de Dios, rezar el rosario y cantar cantos, favor de llamar a los teléfonos de: Lola Santos o Gladys Cobos Grupo de Oración Todos los Martes en el sótano de la Iglesia nos reunimos para orar, cantar y alabar a Dios. Durante el año tenemos diferentes predicadores, misas de sanación, etc. Hora: 7:30 PM. Todos están bienvenidos para compartir con nosotros.

5 If you would like to have a loved one s name mentioned in the bulletin, please call the church office at In addition, if you would like an intention to be added to the Apostolate of Prayer list, please send it via to StFrancisHack@AOL.com. PLEASE PRAY FOR ALL THE DECEASED MEMBERS OF THE PARISH Sunday, April 19th 2nd Sunday of Easter: Divine Mercy Sunday Second collection is for the Fuel Collection Fund 9:00 AM First Communion Celebration 12:45 PM First Communion Celebration Monday, April 20th 7:30 PM SFO Council Meeting/Church Hall Tuesday, April 21st 7:00 PM Miraculous Medal/St. Anthony Novena 7:30 PM Hispanic Prayer Group Thursday, April 23rd Friday, April 24th 6PM - 7:30 PM 8PM - 9:30 PM CALENDAR CCD 1st Communion Practice English/Church CCD 1st Communion Practice Spanish/Church Saturday, April 25th 4:00 PM School Tricky Tray 8AM - 8 PM Confirmation Retreat/Beacon MEMORIAL GIFTS THIS WEEK The Sanctuary Lamp will burn for Gary Menditto Donated by Ginny D Elia & Family The Altar Bread will be consecrated for Frances Bonica Donated by Lucille & Paul Clapps The Altar Wine will be consecrated for Frances Bonica Donated by St. Francis Socialites GIFT CARDS Spring is just around the corner. This means Communion, Confirmation, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Graduation, etc. You can save time, gas, and energy by ordering gift cards for your special someone. Simply complete an order form (found in the Church Vestibule) and return it the following Sunday with your check. Your cards will be ready for your pick-up at the rectory by Thursday or after Mass the following week. Call the Rectory for more information. PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK Jimmy Pumilio, Mercedes Estevez, Rose Ascolese, Virginia, Baby Vincent Ribaudo, Clare, Juan Carlos & Family, James Brower, Cecilia, Christopher Gonzalez, Marla Cohen, Dulio, John Prudente, Mary Noto, Adam & Shirley C., Angie, Elizabeth C, Roberto, Norma, Catherine Leopardi, Daisy, Tessie Vendra, Vivian, Zoila, Fatima, Bob Bark, Jesus, Lolo, Rosa, Nicole Everett. A CHEERFUL GIVER A cheerful giver does not count the cost of what he gives. His heart is set on pleasing and cheering the one to whom the gift is given. CHRISTMAS CLUB This is WEEK #17 of the Christmas Club. Please be sure your name is clearly written on the envelope. REMEMBER THIS IS YOUR GIFT BACK TO YOUR PARISH AT CHRISTMAS. 4

6 COVER SHEET Church name: St. Francis of Assisi Bulletin # April 19, 2009 Date of Publication: April 19, 2009 Number of pages transmitted: 5 Special instructions: Will be away from April 9 to the 19. Please let me know that you have received the bulletin. Thanks and Happy Easter 5