THE PARISH OF SAINT MATTHEW/OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP November 15, 2015 THIRTY THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME SAINT MATTHEW OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14 5:00 pm Genevieve Tarant (decd) req. by Daughter Gene SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15 Olga Maletz (decd) 7th Anniversary req. by Niece Phyllis Richter 9:00 pm Jaren Fernan (liv) Special Intentions 12:00 pm Elizabeth Kiddon (decd) req. by Her Sister Jean MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16 6:45 am Inez Picani (decd) req. by Josephine Paradiso 9:00 am Ann & Eugene Fernan Special Intentions TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17 6:45 am Angela Di Rubbo (decd) req. by Owen Peterson 9:00 am Decd Members of Anello Family req. by Liz Costanzo WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18 6:45 am Melendez & Trentacoste Families req. by Linda Spagnuolo 9:00 am Sadie Usher (decd) THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19 6:45 am Patrick Ryan (decd) req. by Kathleen & Patricia Ryan 9:00 am Mikolaj Drozd (decd) req. by Drozd Family FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20 6:45 am Jason Vanterpool (decd) req. by Chris Cushman 9:00 am Helen & John Wargo (decd) req. by Daughter Mildred Hufnagel SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21 9:00 am Bob Schnibbe Sr. (decd) req. by Anne Schnibbe 5:00 pm Nathaniel & Mabel Pollock (decd) req. by Daughter Claudia SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22 Theresa Choolfaian (decd) req. by Marisa & Joseph Pennine 9:00 am Tony Grascia (decd) req. by Grascia Family 12:00 pm Fay & Daniel Tonto (decd) req. by Mr. & Mrs. Virga SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14 5:00 pm Estelle Frie & Family (decd) req. by Katherine & Jerry McCarthy SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15 8:30 am 10:30 am James & Winifred Williams (decd) req. by Roemer Family MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17 WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18 THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20 SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21 Pilar Surla (decd) req. by Ybay Family 5:00 pm Decd Members of Fister Family req. by Fister Family SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22 8:30 am Mary DeLasho (decd) req. by Barbara Sansolo 10:30 am Christina Buckley (decd) req. by The Ryan Family
First Reading: Daniel 12:1-3 Daniel discusses the end of the world, a time when the dead shall rise and everyone will be judged. He warns that some shall be an everlasting horror and disgrace. But he promises that some will live forever, and the wise will shine brightly to lead others to justice. Second Reading: Hebrews 10:11-14, 18 Priests repeatedly offered sacrifices that were unable to take away sin. But through Jesus one sacrifice, our sins were forgiven, leaving no need for other offerings. Gospel: Mark 13:24-32 NOVEMBER 15, 2015 - THIRTY THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Jesus told his disciples that many signs would be seen before the end of the world. He explained that the earth would pass away but his words would not. He also told them that neither the angels nor himself, but only his Father knew when this would take place. WEEKLY COLLECTIONS THANK YOU VERY MUCH! SAINT MATTHEW November 8th 2015 2014 Weekly Collection..........$4617 $4637 Maintenance Collection....$2034 $1930 Adult Attendance...... 482 523 OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP November 8th 2015 2014 Weekly Collection.......$3532 $3328 Adult Attendance.........327 462 A FRESH PERSPECTIVE ON THE SUNDAY READINGS Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time HIS WORD TODAY by Rev. William J. Reilly Every priest stands daily at his ministry offering frequently those same sacrifices that can never take away sins. But this one offered one sacrifice for sins and took his seat forever at the right hand of God, now he waits until his enemies are made his footstool. For by one offering he has made perfect forever those who are being consecrated. Where there is forgiveness of these, there is no longer offering for sin. On the day of our baptism we were anointed with the holy chrism, and told that we share with Jesus in His ministry of priest, prophet and king. Christ, whose name means the Anointed One, received us as member of His Kingdom, the church. He is the prophetic voice, speaking for God and is God. He is the priest, whose continuing sacrifice we participate in at every mass. We have been consecrated, set apart to do great works for the Lord. We are concluding the Year of Consecrated Life, honoring those religious, men and women, and consecrated virgins for their commitment and witness. With them, we live our consecration to build the Kingdom of Jesus Christ. God asked St. Francis to rebuild His church. Francis namesake, our Holy Father was set out to do the same, and calls us to work with him to make it happen.
Change in the Mass Schedule Because the parish does not have a parish council yet, the rescheduling of masses will not happen until after the council is formed. The council will be asked to analyze and adjust the mass schedule. However the 6:45 AM daily mass in Hastings will be cancelled. The last 6:45am Mass will be on December 31st. The rest of the changes will come around Easter. The 2016 Mass book is open until March 18th. ST. MATTHEW CHOIR Anyone who would like to sing in the St. Matthew Choir is welcome to come and join us on Sunday s. Practice begins at 11:15 am and then the choir sings at the 12 noon Mass. No experience is necessary! Questions, see Alice in the Choir Loft. PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS Please keep in your prayers the ill of our parish especially: Peter Rasulo, Christopher Liva, Richard Dosin Sr., Theresa Burns, Rosemarie Distelhurst, John Evans, Rose Antonucci, Connie Antonelli, Kathleen Reilly, Susan Sullivan Manuele, Julia Rae, Mary Michna, Richard Ryan Sr., Ann Mitchell, Angela Perry, Michael Smith, Paula Piluso, and John Trevor Dabenigno And for those who have died marked by the sign of faith, especially: If you know of any parishioners who are ill and would like to be visited by a priest, please contact the rectory. This Week s Candle Memorials : St. Mathew Tabernacle Candle In Memory of John Pezzuto req. by Rose RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS We are about to begin a new group for the RCIA, The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. If you, or someone you know is not baptized, and would like to participate in a process leading to Baptism on Easter Sunday, please contact Fr. Henry this week. ST. STANISLAUS KOSTKA COFFEE HOUR Will continue every Sunday after the 9:00 AM Family Mass. The St. Stanislaus Kostka Society welcomes all parishioners to join them.
THANKSGIVING FOOD COLLECTION for ST. PETER S CHURCH St. Matthew/Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish will be helping our neighboring parish, St. Peter s Church with a food collection to help them provide Thanksgiving meals for those in need in our community. Donations of the following is greatly needed: Stuffing Mix * Cranberry Sauce Canned Vegetables * Canned Yams * Boxed Mashed Potatoes Bread/Rolls * Desserts (Jell-o, Pie Crusts & Filling) Non Perishable donations should be brought to the back of the church by Sunday, November 22nd. CLARIFICATION OF DECEMBER COLLECTION ENVELOPES In your monthly envelopes for November/December there are several envelopes for Christmas. Use the CHRISTMAS FLOWER and the CHRISTMAS COLLECTION ENVELOPES. On the CHRISTMAS FLOWER ENVELOPE list the names of those whom you wish to memorialize. A list will be published with your name & memorial. Do not use the green Christmas Mass remembrance envelope (pictured on the left). St. Matthew Altar Society CALLING ALL ALTAR SERVERS & JUNIOR LECTORS Any child in 3rd grade or higher who wishes to become an Altar Server is encouraged to contact Fr. Matthew Yeboah. Altar Servers practice is held on Thursdays at 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm in St. Matthew Church. Children from both churches (St. Matthews & Our Lady of Perpetual Help) are encouraged to join this important ministry. Anyone who is interested in becoming a Junior Lector is also encouraged to contact Fr. Matthew. The Altar Society will host a Pre -Thanksgiving Bake Sale in the rectory meeting room on Saturday, November 21st before and after the 5:00 pm Mass and before and after all the Masses on Sunday, November 22nd. The Altar Society will also be selling 50/50 raffle tickets and the drawing will take place on Sunday, November 22nd after the 12 noon Mass. Donations of home made baked goods, which can be delivered Saturday after 4pm and on Sunday before all Masses would be greatly appreciated.