Parish Community of Our Lady of Lourdes 390 County Road 523 P.O. Box 248 Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889 Phone: 908.534.2319 Fax: 908.534.5670 Web: ollwhs.org PARISH STAFF PASTORAL ASSOCIATE Mrs. Joline Frank x 12 pastoralassociate@ollwhs.org PARISH CATECHETICAL LEADER Mrs. Liz Systo x 17 faithformation@ollwhs.org DIRECTOR OF SACRAMENTS & SPIRITUALITY (tots through teens) Mrs. Nina Forestiere x 20 sacraments@ollwhs.org LITURGICAL MUSIC DIRECTOR Mr. James Cole x 19 music@ollwhs.org PASTORAL EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT Mrs. Doreen Budris-Kovacs x 13 parishadmin@ollwhs.org PASTORAL FINANCE ASSISTANT Mrs. Christine DeLessio x 14 finance@ollwhs.org PASTORAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Ms. Bridget Hackman x 15 bulletin@ollwhs.org PASTORAL SECRETARY Ms. Madeline Fisher x 21 receptionist@ollwhs.org YOUTH CATECHESIS SECRETARY Mrs. Margaret Sanguiliano x 18 MAINTENANCE Mr. Colman Connolly VISITATION HOURS CHURCH Daily 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. SACRED HEART CHAPEL Monday to Thursday 8 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Friday 8 A.M. to 1 P.M. PENANCE Saturday 4:15 to 5 P.M. and by appointment CLERGY PASTOR Very Rev. Leonard F. A. Rusay x 11 pastor@ollwhs.org PASTORAL SUPPORT Rev. Joseph Murphy Rev. Greg Uhrig DEACONS Mr. Al Adolfo Mr. Charles Paolino OFFICE HOURS MONDAY TO THURSDAY 9 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. FRIDAY 9 A.M. to 1 P.M. FAITH FORMATION YOUTH FAITH FORMATION Religious education classes are held from September through April, for students in the First through Fourth grades on Monday and Tuesday from 4:30 to 5:45 P.M. and for students in the Fifth through Eighth grades on Monday and Tuesday from 6:30 to 7:45 P.M. Registration occurs every spring to prepare for the coming year s program. CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS The process where those inquiring about becoming a Roman Catholic are invited to journey with Church members in sharing their faith, while discerning God s call to conversion. Please contact the parish for further information. PARISH MEMBERSHIP New members should contact the Parish Office to pre-register for an Evening of Welcome at which time the process of formally becoming a parishioner will be initiated. We receive many requests for certificates of sponsorship for Baptism and Confirmation. Certificates can only be given to registered members of the parish that actively practice their faith. Members are those who regularly attend Mass and participate in and support the life of the Church. SACRAMENTS BAPTISM The Rite of Baptism is celebrated on the first Sunday of the month following the 11:00 A.M. mass and the third Sunday of the month at the 11:00 A.M. liturgy, except during Lent. Parents must attend an obligatory preparation session prior to the child s birth. Arrangements for a Baptismal date are made at that session. MATRIMONY In accordance with Diocesan policy, couples wishing to be married at OLL must participate in a one-year preparation program, which includes FOCCUS, Pre-Cana, God s Plan for a Faith-Filled Marriage and required paperwork. Please confirm the date with the Church prior to making other plans. Marriages take place on Fridays and Saturdays no Sunday weddings. SACRAMENT OF THE SICK Contact the office to arrange for this sacrament of healing. LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS WEEKEND LITURGIES Saturday 5:30 P.M.; Sunday 8:00 9:30 and 11:00 A.M. WEEKDAY LITURGIES 8:30 A.M. except Thursday at 12:00 P.M. HOLY DAYS OF OBLIGATION Please refer to the Bulletin PRAYER OPPORTUNITIES Spiritual Direction - Individual directed prayer life is offered by our Priests and Pastoral Associate. Charismatic Prayer Group - This prayer community meets Tuesdays at 7 P.M. in the Sacred Heart Chapel. 10/2012
BUILDING & GROUNDS FINANCE COMMITTEE GREEN THUMB MINISTRY THE SATELLITE OFFICE STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE WELCOMING MINISTRY LITURGY EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Eucharistic Adoration is scheduled from 9:00 A.M. to Noon in the Sacred Heart Chapel on Friday, September 5. The custom of spending an hour with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament arose from the desire of devout souls to give an affirmative answer to the sorrowful question of the Savior in Gethsemane, "So you could not keep watch with me for one hour?" (Mt. 26:40) For more information or any questions, please contact Sue Mobley at 797-3517. READINGS OF THE WEEK Monday: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5; Psalm 119:97-102; Luke 4:16-30, Tuesday: 1 Corinthians 2:10b-16; Psalm 145:8-14; Luke 4:31-37 Wednesday: 1 Corinthians 3:1-9; Psalm 33:12-15, 20-21; Luke 4:38-44 Thursday: 1 Corinthians 3:18-23; Psalm 24:1bc-4ab, 5-6; Luke 5:1-11 Friday: 1 Corinthians 4:1-5; Psalm 37:3-6, 27-28, 39-40; Luke 5:33-39 Saturday: 1 Corinthians 4:6b-15; Psalm 145:17-21; Luke 6:1-5 NEXT SUNDAY S READING First Reading ~ Warn the wicked and try to turn them from their ways (Ezekiel 33:7-9). Psalm ~ If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts (Psalm 95). Second Reading ~ Owe nothing to anyone, except mutual love (Romans 13:8-10). Gospel ~ If two agree about anything for which they pray, it shall be granted to them (Matthew 18:15- PRAYER GROUP DIOCESE OF METUCHEN EVANGELIZATION KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS ROSARY ALTAR GIFT SHOP ROSARY ALTAR SOCIETY ADMINISTRATION & STEWARDSHIP The Catholic Community of OLL celebrates the presence of Christ, welcoming all with love and compassion. We encourage all to learn and live the Gospel through worship, prayer and service, with respect for human dignity, as we continue on our spiritual journey. STEWARDSHIP RECOGNITION Special recognition is given this week to our wedding coordinators, who take time out of their busy weekend schedules to be loving guides for our brides and grooms on their special day. PARISH WEBSITE We have a lot of exciting things to share, so please browse through the many pages of our new website, ollwhs.org. Bookmark the new site and come back soon. Please take a moment and register for our email news! THE SATELLITE OFFICE NEEDS VOLUNTEERS! If you would be willing to offer 15 minutes of your time after the 5:30 P.M. Mass on Saturday or after the 8:00, 9:30, or 11:00 A.M. Masses on Sunday, it would be most appreciated! Responsibilities would include assisting parishioners with Mass cards and signups or accepting forms. Please contact Bridget at 534-2319 x 14 or bulletin@ollwhs.org to volunteer. EUCHARISTIC ADORATION LITURGICAL MINISTERS Altar Servers Eucharistic Ministers Lectors Ministers of Hospitality MUSIC MINISTRIES Adult Choir Children s Choir Youth Choir Bells Cantors Chamber Orchestra USHERS JULY CONTRIBUTIONS In gratitude for the gifts we have received from God, parishioners and visitors made a joyful return to the Lord DATE CONTRIBUTIONS RECIPIENT TITHE 7/6/2014 $11,128.98 LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY $556.00 7/13/2014 $10,212.73 URBAN PROMISE $511.00 7/20/2014 $11,418.23 MT. ST. MARY HOUSE OF PRAYER $571.00 7/27/2014 $10,132.97 NEW EYES FOR THE NEEDY $507.00 ON-LINE $14,616.00 ANDERSON HOUSE $731.00 TOTAL $57,508.91 $2876.00 COMMUNITY LIFE ROSARIAN GIFT SHOP The gift shop will be open by appointment only, for the remainder of the summer. We will re-open on Sunday, September 7. Remember, we have gifts for Baptism, First Eucharist, Confirmation, and Marriage. We also carry patron saint medals, gift ideas for Ordinations, greeting cards for many other occasions, and so much more. Special order items may be ordered at any time, usually arriving within two weeks. Please contact Ruth Stieh at 534-4039 or rastieh@gmail.com for any of your needs. Thank you for your support! KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS K of C will be selling Car Raffle Tickets after all Masses September 6 & 7 to benefit NJ Right to Life. PAGE 2
A LETTER FROM FATHER LEN This weekend we put closure to our summer season. After Monday's "last hurrah" of a holiday, we prepare for a new season of Faith Formation, conduct the first meetings for the fall, and return to a full staff at the office. But even though the vacation season is over, it doesn't mean that we have to lose the benefits of our time away. It is important that we give ourselves permission to take time each day for quiet, reflection and rejuvenation. If not, then we are no better than the mice running inside that maze, getting nowhere fast. Use wisely the gifts of summer to make your fall fruitful. Who knows, we might be able to squeeze out a few beautiful weekends before the official beginning of autumn. SPONSOR OF THE WEEK WILLIAM J CALDWELL, ESQ. CARTER, VAN RENSSELAER & CALDWELL, P.C. WEEKLY TITHE 5% of next week s collection will be sent to WOUNDED WARRIOR PROJECT. TABERNACLE LAMPS BURN IN HONOR OF WALTER FLETCHER, NAN MCDONALD, HELEN GOLESKI SACRED HEART LAMP BURNS IN HONOR OF HELEN JAMES ECCLESIASTES 3: To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: a time to be born: Pray for the infants. a time to weep, mourn and die: Christopher O Sullivan Walter Murawski Richard Hoffman a time of war and a time of peace: Please pray for our men and women who are serving our country all over the world. a time to heal: We pray for the sick of our parish. 9:30 A.M. MASS IS BACK NEXT SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 & 7. WEDDING BANNS I LEIGH ANN ZANGARA AND RICHARD MILLER are planning for the Sacrament of Marriage on September 13, 2014. As they prepare to commit themselves to each other, in good times and in bad, as long as they live, we the Parish of Our Lady of Lourdes promise to support this couple with our prayers and encouragement. MASS INTENTIONS AND SCHEDULE MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 ~ WEEKDAY THE PARISH OFFICE IS CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE OF LABOR DAY. John Imgrund, Jr. r/b The Calverley Family TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 ~ WEEKDAY Anetta Campanella r/b Mr. & Mrs. Castrilli 7:00 P.M. Prayer Group, Chapel WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 ~ SAINT GREGORY THE GREAT Joseph Vehec r/b Family 7:30 P.M. Knights of Columbus, Community Hall THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 ~ WEEKDAY 12:00 P.M. Mass: Chester DeStefano r/b Cecilia DeStefano & Family FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 ~ BLESSED TERESA OF CALCUTTA Carole Castine r/b Joe & Irene Stevens SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 ~ WEEKDAY John Nociolo r/b Lorraine Beyer 5:30 P.M. Mass: People of the Parish SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 ~ TWENTY-THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 8:00 A.M. Mass: Deceased Members of the Rosary Altar Society 9:30 A.M. Mass: Ted Roever r/b The DeStefano Family 11:00 A.M. Mass: Michael Drabich r/b Robert & Lori George Mass intentions are subject to change should there be a funeral or if a Celebrant is unavailable. Mass schedule changes will be announced on the parish s voicemail. PAGE 3
BEREAVEMENT GROUP BLOOD DRIVE FUNERAL MINISTRY HOMEBOUND HOSPITAL VISITATION IHN/FAMILY PROMISE JESSE TREE MARTIN HOUSE MIDNIGHT RUN PRAYER CHAIN PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY RESPECT LIFE MINISTRY SHEPHERD S MEAL STARFISH FOOD PANTRY WALK FOR CHILDREN IN NEED OF JESUS ACQUIRE THE FIRE FAMILY LITURGY FAITH FORMATION Adult Children NOAH S ARK SACRAMENTAL PREP Baptism First Reconciliation First Eucharist Confirmation Pre-Cana RCIA RUTH S CIRCLE SPECIAL NEEDS MINISTRY YOUTH MINISTRY COMPASSIONATE CARE & SOCIAL JUSTICE MIDNIGHT RUN Sadly summer is speeding toward September! Midnight Run is eager to collect the travel size toiletries from your summer travels. After all Masses the weekend of September 13 & 14, Midnight Run will be collecting new travel size toiletries. We particularly need SMALL men's deodorants, combs, disposable razors, toothpastes, and toothbrushes. Gallon size zip-lock bags and brand new washcloths would also be appreciated. Please call Mary at 236-8349, if you would like to help! FORMATION CATECHISTS NEEDED: MONDAYS: GRADES 2, 3, & 4 ~ 4:30-5:45 P.M.; weekly from September 15 to May 12. Ongoing training is available. Consider team teaching with a spouse or friend. An interview is necessary and volunteers must be parishioners. Contact Liz Systo at faithformation@ollwhs.org or 534-2319 x 17. YOUTH MINISTRY Saturday, September 20-5:30 P.M. Mass followed by trip to Howell Farm Corn Maze 7th grade and up, younger children welcome, if accompanied by a parent. Chaperones and drivers needed. Cost $10 ($8 for children 5 to 9 yrs. old). Howell Farm will donate 50% of any September Corn Maze ticket price back to the OLL Youth Ministry. Click the links on the fabulous, new, parish website to participate in the Youth Mass and for more Corn Maze details and registration. St. Francis of Assisi Day - Saturday, October 4-10:00 to 11:30 A.M. Adult volunteer(s) needed as Event Chairperson to develop, organize, and implement a child/pet event. This is a wonderful way to get involved in the youth ministry with a little time commitment. Mommy & Me Program for 12 mos. to 3 yrs. Adult volunteer needed as a Chairperson to work with Nina to develop and run a program for the toddlers of our parish. Program to run on a weekday morning. Love for the young and teaching experience desired. Friday, October 17 - Array of Hope - Christian Rock Concert - details coming soon. Contact Nina Forestiere at 534-2319 x 20 if you are interested in any of the Youth Ministry Events listed above. RUTH S CIRCLE JOIN US FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 FROM 9:30 TO 11:00 A.M. IN COMMUNITY HALL Come together with fellow women of the parish us as we read, reflect, and discuss Jesus: A Pilgrimage, the current best seller of James Martin s, SJ. He brings the Gospels to life inviting believers and seekers to experience Jesus through Scripture, prayer, and travel. Come to know Jesus as Father Martin knows him: Messiah and Savior, as well as, friend and brother. The book is approximately $18 and can be purchased at Amazon or any other major bookstore. For more information, contact Rosemarie at 638-4771 or rosemariedegeorge@comcast.net. ADULT FAITH FORMATION, FABLES & FAITH: UNDERSTANDING THE GOSPEL WITH AESOP S FABLES TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 AT 10:00 A.M. IN OLD CHURCH HALL Fables delight us and teach us the most important lessons about our lives. As this program shows, they also illuminate the message of the Gospel. You will join one of the leading experts on fables on a 12-part program that uses the fables of Aesop and others to help you deepen and enjoy your Christian spiritual life. As you explore the fables, you will discover novel and engaging methods of understanding humility. You will look at the ways in which the Christian life is magnified by Aesop s fables, but you will also see how the Gospel expounds on virtues that are sometimes absent in fables. If you are looking to deepen your spiritual life while enjoying delightful stories, you will love this engaging program. FROM THE DESK OF CAPTAINS JANGIE JANKIEWICZ AND VICTORIA SPARROW: Noah's Ark will set sail on our first voyage on Sunday, September 14 during the 11:00 A.M. Mass. This program is suited for children ages 3-6 and parents & grandparents are invited to join us on our first voyage. Please meet us in Classroom 10 beginning at 10:45 A.M. We will return to the sanctuary during the collection and join you in the Noah's Ark reserved pews. During our time together your children will hear God's stories, mixed in with music, group projects, or skits! Noah s Ark will be sailing every Sunday, and we hope your children and grandchildren will be able to join us. Also, we are calling Captains and First Mates to help us. No prior experience is necessary just the love of telling God's stories. If you are willing, each week's story has been fully planned with minimal preparation on your part. Send an email to noahsark@ollwhs.org with questions or to join the crew! PAGE 4
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