SAINT MARY S PARISH. Fr. James Platania. Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception Dec. 8 Fr. Thomas Nicastro

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1 SAINT MARY S PARISH Christ the King November 26, th Annual Marian Novena 2017 Come and celebrate the Advent Season with Mary, Mother of God St. Mary s Church 17 Monsignor Owens Place Nutley, NJ Day One Nov. 29 Our Lady of China Fr. Jim Worth Day Four Dec. 2 Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal (at the 5:30 pm Mass) Day Two - Nov. 30 Our Lady of Tears (La Madonna delle Lacrime) Fr. James Platania Day Three Dec. 1 Our Lady of Chiquinquira Deacon Diego Navarro Day Five Dec. 3 Our Lady of Knock Fr. Samuel Monaco Day Six Dec. 4 Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage Fr. Jesus Carlo Merino Day Eight Dec. 6 La Madonna del Pozzo di Capurso Fr. Vincent D Agostino Day Nine Dec. 7 Our Lady of Fatima Fr. Richard Berbary Fr. Frederick Miller Day Seven Dec. 5 Our Lady of Pilar Fr. Stanley Gomes Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception Dec. 8 Fr. Thomas Nicastro The Marian Novena will be celebrated each night from Nov. 29 Dec. 8, 2017 at 7 PM in Church. On December 8th, the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, there will be a Solemn Mass at 7 PM in Church, immediately followed by an International Food Celebration in Monsignor Walsh Hall. (Each evening a priest will speak about Mary, under her various International titles.)

2 Weekly Mass Schedule Weekday Masses are held in the Parish Center Chapel Saturday, November 25 5:30 PM Frank & Margaret Gelormini Sunday, November 26 7:30 AM Nicholas and Margaret Marone 9:00 AM John Pandolfi 10:30 AM Joseph C. Lantos 12:00 PM Sophie Bukovec Monday, November 27 7:30 AM Anthony Carchia 12:10 PM Concetta Chiarella Tuesday, November 28 7:30 AM Patrick Shine 12:10 PM William Meola (Birthday) Wednesday, November 29 7:30 AM Charles Popeck 12:10 PM Maria & Thomas Coleman Thursday, November 30 7:30 AM Gregory Cugliari 12:10 PM Jean Marie McDevitt Friday, December 1 7:30 AM Dorothy Duffe 12:10 PM Grace & George Tarantino Saturday, December 2 5:30 PM Marian Novena Sunday, December 3 7:30 AM Judith Picinich 9:00 AM Members of the Rosary Society 10:30 AM Mary & Anthony Mirabelli 12:00 PM Charles Seelman Holy Father's Prayer Intention We pray that Christians in Asia, bearing witness to the Gospel in word and deed, may promote dialogue, peace, and mutual understanding, especially with those of other religions. Want to be part of St. Mary's Social Concerns Ministry? Visit If you know someone coming home for the holidays that would be interested in singing with our music ministry contact Bruce at b.mauro1@yahoo.com Safeguarding Children and Addressing Abuse How to Report Abuse The Archdiocese takes any and all allegations of sexual misconduct by members of the clergy, Religious and lay staff of the Archdiocese very seriously. We encourage anyone with knowledge of an act of sexual misconduct to inform us immediately so that we may take appropriate action to protect others and provide support to victims of sexual abuse. Individuals who wish to report an allegation of sexual misconduct may do so by calling the Archdiocesan Office of Child and Youth Protection at Hosts for each Mass have been donated by The Rosary Society Altar Wine For Each Mass has been donated by The Knights of Columbus For the People of the Parish Men s Prayer Group A Men's Prayer Group meets every Friday morning at 6 AM in the St. Joseph's Center at Holy Family Church. Men from St. Mary's, Holy Family, and other parishes attend regularly. We serve strong coffee and fellowship. Try it, you might like it. For more information contact Bill Arndt at Page 2

3 Parish Christmas Giving Tree Last year, thanks to your love and generosity, we donated over 1,000 gifts and over $2,000 in gift cards to families and children in need in our community and beyond. The Christmas Giving Tree will be in the Church and Walsh Hall beginning Thanksgiving weekend. The tree will be adorned with the gift requests and wishes of those who rely on help during the Christmas season. This year, we have received a request for Gift Cards to various stores in the amount of $25. While a gift card may not be the most fun gift to give, they are great ways to help out families at Christmas time. They allow parents to buy more personal items for their children (underwear, etc) and items for their homes (appliances, bedding, etc). They also allow teenagers and young adults to purchase things that fit their unique styles and tastes. We ask that you again be as generous as possible to help make Christmas a wonderful time for these children, teenagers and adults in need. Helping those in need is simple, but very much appreciated: 1. Take a tag from the tree, 2. Purchase the requested gift (gifts should be new), 3. For Groups 1, 2, 3: Wrap the gift and secure the tag to the outside, so that we can get it to the appropriate person. If it is a gift card, please be sure to put the amount on it. For Groups 4 and 5: Please return gifts unwrapped in a bag with the tag inside. Gift cards should be sealed in an envelope with the tag inside. 4. Return the gift to the church by Friday, December 15, to allow time for sorting and delivery. This year your kindness will help children and adults from the following agencies: 1. Adopt-a-Family of Nutley - Bells 2. Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark - Snowmen 3. Children in Foster Care Blue Ornaments 4. York Street Project of Jersey City - Mittens 5. Covenant House, New Jersey Red Stockings 656 Page 3

4 Faith Formation Schedule Sunday, November 26 - No Class for Thanksgiving Weekend Tuesday, November 28 - Class Thursday, November 30 - Confirmation Class Sunday, December 3 - Class & Preparation for First Penance (Students & Parents) Tuesday, December 5 - Class & Preparation for First Penance (Students & Parents) Christmas Craft Show On Sunday, December 10 th, Saint Joseph Regional H. S., Montvale, NJ will be hosting its annual Christmas Craft Show from 10 AM until 4:00 PM, showcasing the talents of over 125 juried crafts people and fine artists. Admission is $2.00. Children and senior citizens (65+) are free. No Strollers Permitted. org Save the Date German Knight 2018 January 20 th More Information to Come! 656 Page 4

5 Today is the final part of a four week series. Each segment has looked at the last Sundays in ordinary time from the perspective of today's gospel. Prior to writing this last segment I clarified my reasoning for being so focused on Matthew s account of the last judgement. Part of the appeal is Matthew himself. The literal title of his day job (tax collector) might not have much cache. But reframe it to he works in finance or call him a numbers man and he suddenly Matthew takes on an importance more in line with the stories he tells. Today s gospel is a case in point. Matthew is the only evangelist to include this story in his gospel account. I am intrigued as to why the compilers of the lectionary chose this gospel to stand next to the gospels for the other 2 years readings for Christ the King: cycle b: Jesus being questioned by Pontius Pilate (John 18:33b-37) cycle c. The Crucifixion (Luke 25:35-43.) Lastly, it might be the wisdom or sense of urgency that comes with maturity (ok...age.) What about you? Perhaps you as I: are tempted to ask Jesus when we saw him hungry, thirsty, imprisoned etc.. find his response to be equally sobering. feel a sense of relief for more time and a chance to do better. Today's music points to the reality of Christ as King of all; particularly the least, the last and the lost; those whom the world overlooks but who are sheep in the eyes of the Lamb of God, the Good Shepherd. Particularly blessed and grateful this Thanksgiving, Remembrance Board We are collecting pictures for our memory boards to be placed in the church during the month of November. To have your deceased loved ones included: Place a photograph in the basket at the main doors of the church. Be sure to put your name and contact info so we can return the photo to you. 656 Page 5

6 St. Mary s Church is served by: Rev. Richard Berbary, Pastor Rev. Thomas Nicastro, Parochial Vicar Ron Ronacher, Deacon Anthony G. Armando, DRE/Youth Minister, armandoa@stmarysnutley.org Bruce Mauro, Music Director, b.mauro1@yahoo.com Patrick Perrone, Trustee Anne Scheidel, Trustee Mass Schedule Sundays 5:30 (Sat. evening) 7:30, 9:00, 10:30, 12:00 Weekdays Masses in Parish Center Chapel 7:30, 12:10 (Monday - Friday), Holy Days 7:30 AM, 12:10 PM, 7:00 PM National Holidays 9:00 AM Parish Business Hours Parish Center: M-F, 9-4 Church Vestibule: Sat. 3-7 PM Sun. 9 AM-1 PM Phone Number: A Time of War and Peace We pray that our troops serving our country may be protected by the Holy Spirit, especially all those listed on the webpage at A Time to Heal For all those who are sick or suffering, especially for all those listed on our webpage at A Time to Die For all those who have been called into Eternal Life, especially Carmella Ferraro, Rose Calabrese, and Gertrude Frank Readings for the Week of November 26, 2017 Monday: Dn 1:1-6, 8-20; Dn 3:52-56; Lk 21:1-4 Tuesday: Dn 2:31-45; Dn 3:57-61; Lk 21:5-11 Wednesday: Dn 5:1-6, 13-14, 16-17, 23-28; Dn 3:62-67; Lk 21:12-19 Thursday: Rom 10:9-18; Ps 19:8-11; Mt 4:18-22 Friday: Dn 7:2-14; Dn 3:75-81; Lk 21:29-33 Saturday: Dn 7:15-27; Dn 3:82-87; Lk 21:34-36 Sunday: Is 63:16b-17, 19b; 64:2-7; Ps 80:2-3, 15-16, 18-19; 1 Cor 1:3-9; Mk 13:33-37 JPPC This Week s Music 5:30, 9:00/10:30 and 12:00 NOON Prelude He Is Exalted B p. 4 Laudate Dominum (12 noon) Gathering Crown Him With Many Crowns 728 Offertory You Gather in the Outcast 618 Eucharistic Prayer Mass of Renewal 867 / 868 / 871 / 872 Communion Behold the Lamb 338 Recessional Soon and Very Soon 574 Confessions Saturdays, 4:30 to 5:15 or by appointment Novenas Miraculous Medal: Mon., 12:00 PM before Mass Our Lady of Perpetual Help: Weds., 7:00 PM in chapel Devotion to the Divine Mercy: Fri., 7:00 PM in chapel First Friday Novena: 1 st Friday of Month, 7:00 PM in the Chapel RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) Adults who wish to receive Baptism, First Communion or Confirmation should contact the Parish Center. Baptisms Baptisms are the third Sunday of each month, at 1:30 PM. Please call at least a month in advance to make arrangements. Baptismal prep classes will now be held on Saturday, the week before Baptisms (the second Saturday of the month), at 1:00 PM in the Parish Center Parish Membership Parishioners should register and should inform the Parish Center when moving from the parish. Parish Collections Will be in the Bulletin on December 3 BINGO Tuesday Evenings with the Early Bird Game starting at 7:15 PM in Msgr. Walsh Hall Good Shepherd Academy ( ; Our Catholic grade school sponsored by the Archdiocese of Newark Religious Vocations If you think you may have a vocation, speak to one of our priests, or call the Archdiocesan Vocations Office ( ). Care of the Sick Communion will be brought to any parishioner confined to home, upon request; those who are seriously ill, or weak from the burden of years, should request the Anointing of the Sick. Urgent calls will be attended immediately. Marriage Contact a priest to make arrangements. The Bishops have directed that the normal preparation time is a year or more. 656 Page 6