CHURCH OF ST. MARY. Serving Closter and Alpine All are Welcome! DEVOTIONS

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1 TWENTY-FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME SEPTEMBER 23, 2018 CHURCH OF ST. MARY Serving Closter and Alpine All are Welcome! ST. MARY PARISH MISSION STATEMENT We the family of St. Mary of Closter, fervently believe in the fatherhood of God whom we come to know through the Lord Jesus Christ. We dedicate ourselves to the promo on of the spiritual and temporal welfare of our parish and our community. To this end, we direct our prayers to God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit through Mary the Blessed Mother and Patroness of our parish family. PARISH STAFF AND CONTACTS Pastor: Rev. Joseph Scarangella, K.H.S Weekend Associate: Rev. Ranees Anbukumar Rayappan, S.M.A. Permanent Deacon: Deacon James P. Tobin Director of Music: Louis Scarpa Director of Stewardship: Louis Scarpa Cantor: Joseph Fritz Director of Religious Educa on: Gail Ferraiolo Parish Secretary: Grace Ditzel Business Admin./Parish Bookkeeper/ Local Safe Environment Coordinator: Canice Cristofole Religious Educa on Secretary: Maria Matos Parish Trustees: Pamela Derfus and John Hernandez and assisted by the Pastoral Advisory Board and Financial Council WE INVITE YOU TO CELEBRATE THE EUCHARIST Saturday (An cipated Sunday Mass) :00 PM Sunday :30 AM, 9:30 AM & 12:00 PM First Sunday of July through Labor Day Weekend :30 & 11:00 AM Weekdays (Monday through Saturday) Holy Days & Civic Holidays As announced the Sunday before First Fridays :00 PM - Healing Mass and Blessing SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Saturday :15-4:45 PM First Friday :30 PM or call for an appointment DEVOTIONS Eucharis c Adora on: Monday - 7:00-8:00 PM and as scheduled. Holy Hour: Thursday, 7:30 PM - Church Marian Devo ons: Miraculous Medal Novena and Recita on of the Rosary: Saturdays a er Mass. Informa on regarding Sacraments, Parish Ministries and Care of the Sick & Homebound can be found on our website. To arrange bap sms or weddings call Father or the parish office. Please like us on Facebook: facebook.com/stmarycloster PARISH OFFICES Kindly no fy the Rectory Office if you change your address or move from our parish community. Please see our website for Parish Calendar and more informa on about Sacraments and Parish Life. RECTORY: 20 Legion Place, Closter, New Jersey Parish Website: RECTORY OFFICE HOURS: Monday through Thursday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM (Closed for lunch between 12 Noon & 1:00 PM) CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT AND RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: CENTER HOURS: 20 Legion Place, Closter, New Jersey Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM and by appointment reled@stmarycloster.org

2 ST. MARY PARISH WORSHIPPING SINCE 1911 MASS INTENTIONS SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 Wis 2: 12, 17-20; Jas. 3: 16-4: 3; Mk. 9: :00 PM Angelica Bettinardi req. by the Bettinardi Family SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 TWENTY-FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Wis 2: 12, 17-20; Jas. 3: 16-4: 3; Mk. 9: :30 AM 9:30 AM 12:00 PM Orlando Toby Tobia req. by the Foley Family All Parishioners Living and Deceased Richard Flammer / req. by Evening Scripture MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 WEEKDAY Prv. 3: 27-34; Lk. 8: Richard Bartkiewicz req. by George and Florence Mertz TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 WEEKDAY Prv. 21: 1-6, 10-13; Lk. 8: Thomas Hills / req. by the Cummings Family From the Pastor Dear Parishioners, A sincere welcome back to all our religious education classes this weekend. I hope and pray that this new year will be one filled with excitement and joy as we begin to learn more about the love our Lord has for each and every one of us. To all the students and parents who may be new to our program, you will see that out catechists and staff are all well trained and prepared to share our faith with all who enter our doors. It s our hope that you will all feel welcomed, not only in our religious education program, but in our parish and church as well. The religious education staff and volunteers are here to help you nourish faith in your children. As you know, we have returned to our regular Sunday mass schedule of 7:30 AM, 9:30 AM, and noon. Due to the extremely low attendance at the 7:30 AM mass, it has been decided that this mass will be celebrated without music. Although all Sunday masses should be celebrated with the same liturgical music and solemnity, without many voices to participate in the singing, at this point we will celebrate this mass without singing or musical accompaniment. th WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 STS. COSMAS AND DAMIAN, MARTYRS Prv. 30: 5-9; Lk. 9: 1-6 Camille Rodino / req. by Pat and Angela Conte THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 ST. VINCENT DE PAUL, PRIEST Eccl. 1: 2-11; Lk. 9: 7-9 John Hartwell / req. by Ree Hartwell FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 ST. WENCELAUS, MARTYR; ST. LAWRENCE RUIZ AND COMPANIONS, MARTYRS Eccl. 3: 1-11; Lk. 9: Mary, James and Andrew Piccione req. by Mary and Bruno Macchiavelli & Family SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 STS. MICHAEL, GABRIEL AND RAPHAEL, ARCHANGELS Dn. 7: 9-10, or Rv. 12: 7-12a; Jn. 1: :00 PM Richard Flammer / req. by Mary Flammer Leonarda Vecchio req. by the Grieco Family SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 TWENTY-SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Nm. 11: 25-29; Jas. 5: 1-6; Mk. 9: 38-43, 45, :30 AM 9:30 AM 12:00 PM All Parishioners Living and Deceased Jack Caldwell req. by the Family of Orlando Tobia Richard Flammer req. by Thom and Grace Calabro THIS WEEK S SPECIAL OFFERINGS Altar Bread In memory of Helen and Jack Pierce. Blessed Virgin Mary Candle Congratulations Ashley and Bob. Sanctuary Candle In memory of Lee and George Hofmann. Last week, on September 14, Cardinal Joseph Tobin, the Archbishop of Newark, invited all the people and clergy to a prayer service at the Cathedral Basilica. Over 2,000 people attended. At the service, we prayed for all those who have been abused by clergy over the years. We prayed for their healing and well being. During the service, we heard the horrific story of a victim of abuse and a call for change and transparency in our church. The Cardinal assured us that the days of business as usual are over. As more revelations about clergy abuse are brought to light, please know that here at St. Mary Parish, every protocol of Protecting God s Children is being followed. The clergy, staff, and catechists here at St. Mary are all deeply committed individuals and have been cleared to serve in their positions. Children in class, or at Children s Liturgy of the Word, are never left unsupervised. Servers and other liturgical ministers are always within view of parents and guardians. Here at St. Mary we are all committed to the protection of all who enter our doors and worship with us, especially our young people. If anyone should have any concerns, please feel free to speak with me or one of our dedicated staff members. I also encourage our religious education families and all who worship at St. Mary s to become engaged in the life of the parish on all levels. Over the next few Sundays we will be reflecting on what it means to be a parishioner. Ultimately, it is about being a follower of Jesus Christ. I ask and pray that the Holy Spirit guide us as we explore the why and how we live this as parishioners. Sincerely in the Lord, Fr. Joe We Pray for the Sick Irene Abad, Paula Bertelloni, Christian Brueck, Fran Caldwell, Dolores Collier, Lee Ann Davito, Lisa Deegan, Desiderio Fernandes, Frank Forte, Ed Koch, Sr. Dominic Marie McDonnell, Carol Munkins, David O Hanlon, John Pagano, Alicia Parent, Joan Pinto, Richard Pinto, Jim Walsh

3 ST. MARY PARISH WORSHIPPING SINCE 1911 Family Fun Day and Oktoberfest th Sunday, September 30, Family Fun Day and Oktoberfest, 2:00 PM 6:00 PM. $25.00 adults, $10.00 children 14 and under, includes dinner and entertainment, BYOB. Flyers available in the vestibules. RSVP by September 21st, checks made out to Church of St. Mary. Congratulations Sue Liddy On September 2nd, 2018, St. Mary's parishioner, Sue Liddy, was inducted into the Closter Hall of Fame. Sue is a record holding high school coach. A mentoree of Coach Liddy wrote on FaceBook: "The best coach in New Jersey sports. Not enough room here to express what she did for me and how she shaped my future. My 8 years coaching college soccer/softball were successful for one reason Sue Liddy. St. Mary's salutes Coach Liddy for her commitment to her students and we are all the better in that St. Mary's is her spiritual home. Blessings to Sue and all those Closterites who make a difference in the lives of others! Welcome New Finance Council Members St Mary's is honored to welcome Ms. Diana Marcellino and Mr. Thomas Calabro, parishioners, to serve on the Parish Finance Council. Both bring a love and familiarity for the parish as well as their understanding of business practices in service to the parish mission. "As Secretary-Treasurer of the Parish Corporation, the Pastor is responsible for the management of Parish finances (canon 532). He is accountable for competent and dependable stewardship. Canon law specifically outlines a requirement that each Parish must have a Finance Council. The relationship between the Pastor and the Finance Council is one of support and collaboration. The Finance Council should be composed of Parishioners. However, persons with expertise in financial affairs and civil law may be drawn from beyond the Parish." Archdiocese of Newark. A full explanation of the role of the finance council is available at rcan.org, search for "parish financial council" in the tool bar. Save the Date: Lector and Eucharistic Minister Breakfast and Practicalities We re happy to be gathering ALL lectors, Eucharistic Ministers for social time, a light breakfast, time to reflect on our important ministries and discuss practicalities. We will re-energize with prayer and inspiration from the Church s profound writings on the Mass. This is an important time to connect and re-charge our batteries as those who minister in God s temple. Saturday, October 6th, 9:30 AM 11:00 AM. Thanks to all who serve in a ministry in helping the parish worship the Lord in reference, dignity and love. The Eucharist is the source and summit of our lives! Please contact Louis Scarpa to RSVP at ministry@stmarycloster.org. THIS WEEK AT ST. MARY PARISH Sept. 23: 10:30 AM 11:50 AM Rel. Ed. Grades K 6 11:15 AM Flash Mob meet Church 12:00 PM Flash Mob at Mass 12:30 PM 5:00 PM Third Order Lay Carmelites Fr. Roger Troy Hall and Church Sept. 24: 10:00 AM Prayer Shawl Ministry Parish Life Room 7:00 PM 8:00 PM Exposition of the Most Blessed Sacrament 7:30 PM 9:00 PM Deepening the Journey Parish Life Room Sept. 25: 3:30 PM 5:00 PM Religious Education Grades 6 7 7:30 PM Parish Choir Rehearsal Church 7:30 PM 9:00 PM Women s Cornerstone Parish Life Room Sept. 26: 9:30 AM 11:00 AM Morning Scripture Sturdy Parish Life Room 7:00 PM 8:30 PM Evening Scripture Study Parish Life Room Sept. 27: 7:30 PM Marian / Eucharistic Holy Hour Sept. 29: 11:0 AM 4:00 PM Joey s Fund Classic Car Show Parking Lot (rain th date is October 6 ). 4:15 4:45 PM Reconciliation Sept. 30: 10:30 AM 11:50 AM Rel. Ed. Grades K 6 10:30 AM 11:50 AM Confirmation Class 2:00 PM 6:00 PM Family Fun Day/ Octoberfest The Meaning and Use of Holy Water We bless ourselves with holy water for three reasons as a sign of repentance of sin, for protection from evil and as a reminder of our Baptism. In making the sign of the cross with holy water, we are mindful that we are called to renew our baptismal promises of rejecting Satan, his works and his empty promises, and to profess our Catholic faith.

4 ST. MARY PARISH WORSHIPPING SINCE 1911 Religious Education News Religious Education Classes begin today, Sunday, September 23rd for grades K through 6. Classes for grades 6 and 7 begin on Tuesday, September 25th. There is still room in some of our classes if anyone is still interested. Call for information. What does it mean to be a "parishioner?" Great question! It starts with a desire to follow Jesus Christ, to seek to grow in faith as an individual and a family, to pray together with His Church weekly at Mass, to become active in the mission of the parish outreach and support the parish financially so that her mission of salvation and service may continue. Over the next few weeks, St Mary's will discuss this question at mass, encourage folks to commit and re-commit joyfully and meaningfully as followers of our Lord. Information about registering, joining parish ministries and a financial report are scheduled to be broadcast. Next weekend: parish financial overview at all masses. God bless you and St. Mary's as you "step up to the plate" as a parishioner! Greetings to all! As agreed at our last Deanery meeting in the Spring we have scheduled Dennis Corcoran to offer an introductory workshop on the proven benefits of Family Based Religious Education to our Deanery on Monday, October 1st beginning at 7:00 PM in the Fr. Roger Troy Hall. We thank the parish of St. Mary, for being our host site for this Deanery presentation which will enlighten all on this most valuable tool to evangelize the entire family. How appropriate it is that we gather on the Memorial of St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus, who sought to do great things with great love. As our love empowers each of us, in our unique capabilities, to share, nurture and celebrate with our future generation may we seek the intercession of St. Thérèse as we embark upon this Deanery initiative and come to recognize in our children and their families faith born anew. Animal Blessing and Pet Food Drive October 4th Join us at our Annual Blessing of the Animals & Pet Food Drive on Thursday, October 4th, at 3:30 PM or 7:00 PM. We will gather in the St. Francis Prayer Garden, and the blessing will be held rain or shine. Animals must be on leashes or in carriers. We are sponsoring a pet food drive to benefit the Closter Animal Welfare Society. Attendees are encouraged to bring donations of wet or dry cat/kitten and dog/puppy food. The Magnificat Day is Coming to Brooklyn The Magnificat Day is coming to Brooklyn s historic Kings Theatre on Saturday, October 6th. The day promises to be memorable, filled with uplifting prayer, world-class music, fellowship with the Magnificat family and an opportunity to venerate the relics of St. Therese, the Little Flower, and her parents, Sts. Louis and Zelie Martin. The day will feature keynote addresses from Sean Cardinal O Malley, O.F.M., Cap., Bishop Robert Barron, Fr. Peter Cameron, O.P., and Dr. Scott Hahn. For more information or to register, visit Parish Communication: Keeping You Informed The parish seeks to keep parishioners informed of happenings in areas of Religious Education, ministries, social events and finances. To that end, regular blasts, an active Facebook page and bulletin announcements are being ramped-up. We want to keep you "in the know". Please register with the parish or if you are registered, please send along your address. Currently, about 250 parishioners receive from St. Mary's. Head over to FACEBOOK and FOLLOW our page as well. Send an E to Grace at gditzel@stmarycloster.org with your info. Follow and Like St. Mary's Follow and like St. Mary's on FaceBook. Why? Because the latest news and announcements are posted there and by "liking," St. Mary's we reach more circles of people. Food Pantry We no longer have the ongoing Food Pantry. Please do not leave bags in the vestibules. You are welcome to bring them down to the Closter food pantry. We will have food drives at certain times of the years and will announce them in the bulletin.

5 ST. MARY PARISH WORSHIPPING SINCE 1911 TO BENEFIT ST. MARY S!! RAFFLE Proceeds Donated to St. Mary s A Time of Renewal and Fellowship Join us at Immaculate Conception Church, 211 Summit Street, Norwood, on October 5th at 7:00 PM as Anna Petrillo, Catholic Christian Recording Artist will lead us in an evening of Praise and Worship! Bring the family and neighbors for an uplifting night of fellowship for the Body of Christ in the Northern Valley. A suggested good will offering of $15 will be taken to benefit Several Sources Shelters a shelter that, through God's Grace, saves babies' lives and offers shelter to young mothers while providing education and ongoing compassionate support services. Several Sources also educates young people to make healthy life choices, and provides shelter to women who are homeless, sick and elderly as they are helped to restore their dignity. For more information contact Immaculate Conception at Women s Cornerstone Retreat 2018 Filipino Apostolate of the Archdiocese of Newark (FAAN) th Archbishop Tobin of Newark is concelebrating the 11 Anniversary Mass honoring San Lorenzo Ruiz and San Pedro Calungsod on September 30th at 3:00 PM at the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark, light reception to follow. Park and Ride at the parking lot of Mount Carmel Church, 10 County Road, Tenafly by 2:00 PM. The pilgrimage bus ride is FREE. Space is for 55 seats. Call or text Tet Santamaria at or Meddy Hellman at Calling all women to experience a 26 hour Cornerstone Retreat, Friday and Saturday, October 26th and 27th, here at St. Mary s. The retreat begins Friday, 7:00 PM. Please be here between 6:30 PM 6:45 PM in Fr. Roger Troy Hall. It concludes Saturday around 9:00 PM preceded by a Mass at 7:00 PM. (Families and friends are invited to that Mass. Refreshments to follow after Mass). Delicious meals will be provided, and dress is casual. Sleeping at St. Mary s is a memorable part of the experience, but can be optional. Dress is casual. The retreat fee is $35. Details and the Registration Form can be found in the vestibules of the church. RSVP by October 15th. If you need further information, please contact Paula Bertelloni at or Nancy Torre at

6 St. Mary s Church September 30th 2:00PM - 6:00PM BYOB Oktoberfest Dinner & Entertainment Family # of Adults X $25 # of Children(14 & under) Total Enclosed $ Clip and return to rectory by 9/21 X 10

7 OKTOBERFEST 2018! Full-on Parish Fun with Family, Friends, and Kids It s a FULL-FEATURE afternoon! Awesome German Food by Chef Bob! FOOD KIDS WILL LOVE TOO! Full meal, dessert and soft drinks BYOB for the adults. Bring a nice brew to share with your friends. German Dancers to celebrate Oktoberfest roots! Fudgie the Clown/Monique the Magician will dazzle everyone! Keep the kids busy with entertainment, laughs and activities Make Your Reservation Soon! Return response to Rectory or just contact the parish office at or Grace at gditzel@stmarycloster.org Come out for a few hours and spend time as a parish and neighborhood community. That s the true focus of the Saint Mary Oktoberfest 2018 Saint Boniface, patron saint of Germany, Pray for Us!

8 Today I am Registering as a Parishioner Last Name First Name First Name (spouse) Street Address (spouse) Religion Marital Status (circle) Single Occupation Updating Information Date of Birth Date of Birth City Phone Phone Spouse Married in the Catholic Church Spouse State Cell Cell Divorced Zip Widow In response to God s goodness, I gratefully gift my time and talent to my parish. I would like to know more about serving/participating: Social Events Lector Eucharistic Minister Scripture Study Outreach Parish Finances Religious Education for children (teacher/volunteer) See the parish website for many other opportunities! Music Adult/Student s Choirs Buildings and Grounds Ministry to the Homebound In response to God s goodness, I gratefully gift my financial resources to my parish. E-Giving: Envelopes please send to me Other How much should I give? Each person must decide what a meaningful gift is in light of all that God has first given to us. One stewardship model is for those who are employed to offer one hour s wage for each working adult. Another model is the biblical tithe (10%): 5% given to the parish and 5% to other charitable endeavors. It may be time to re-consider the amount of your weekly offering over the years in light of rising costs to operate the parish. Pray about this! God is always generous. Additional Family Information Dependent Children Gender Date of Birth Baptism Sacraments Received (check) Eucharist Confirmation Please drop this form in the offering basket or return to the parish office. You may pdf to Grace Ditzel, secretary, at gditzel@stmarycloster.org Parishioners are Followers of Jesus Christ

9 Parishioners, followers of Jesus Christ, use their gifts to care for others. You are invited to participate in the mission of St. Mary s! Complete this form indicating the ministry(ies) that you are interested in serving in or those you would like more information for by checking the box, and return it to the parish office. You will be contacted by the ministry leaders. Name: Phone: Altar Servers any young person in fourth grade through high school to serve at Mass. Adult Funeral Mass Altar Servers men and women to assist at funerals Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion - adults who assist in the distribution of the Eucharist. Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion to the Sick adults who bring the Eucharist to those who are homebound or in area nursing homes. Lectors proclaim the Word of God at weekend or weekday Masses. Liturgy of the Word with Children - assist in readings and activities for children during 9:30am Sunday Mass. Religious Education assist parents and the parish in nurturing our children s faith as a catechist (religious education teacher) or assistant. Music - Adult Choir: share your musical talent to give honor and praise God at Sunday Mass. Ability to read music not required. Flash Mob Choir: No rehearsals, show up on designated Sundays to sing. Choristers: children in grades 2 through 8 singing seasonally. Church Cleaning & Decorating tidy the Church after weekend Masses by placing missals back in the book racks, remove flyers and debris from the pews, clean church seasonally for main Holy Days and help decorate. Food Collections assist with seasonal food drives to benefit those in need. Buildings and Grounds Committee use your expertise and organizational skills to help the parish manage its buildings, maintenance timeline, and communicate with contractors. Gardening maintain the outdoor areas with seasonal plantings, pruning, weeding and watering. Inter-Religious Fellowship Shelters St. Mary s helping the homeless at Family Promise, Walk-In Dinner program/hackensack, and Peter s Place/Hackensack. Knights of Columbus a fraternal organization of Catholic men who engage in various works of charity. Outreach identify opportunities and plan activities to provide assistance beyond our parish. Parish Life plan social events to promote community among parishioners. Prayer Shawl Ministry crochet and knit prayer shawls offered to those in need of prayer and comfort. Pro-Life supports efforts to promote the pro-life message of the Catholic Church Social Justice educates and invites parishioners to become involved with Catholic social justice. Social Media/Design assist in promoting the parish mission through marketing and design. Scripture Study/Discussion attend one of our weekly sessions to break open the scriptures Stewardship encourage all parishioners to share their time, talents and treasure. Ushers/Hospitality greet all who come to worship and assist with offertory collection during Mass. Men s or Women s Cornerstone retreat experience, revitalize your relationship with God, renew your own spirit and journey with other men or women. Other do you have talents not listed here? Please let us know what other talents you have to share. Unlock Your Gifts. Live Out Your Faith. Find Peace and Joy.

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