Church of St. Theresa

Church of St. Theresa A Caring Community Reaching Out To One Another in Christ Mass Schedule SUNDAY MASSES: Saturday at 5:00 pm Saturday at 6:30 pm (Spanish) Sunday at 7:30, 9:00 (Italian), 10:30 (Family Mass) & 12:15 PM WEEKDAY MASSES: Monday thru Friday: 8:00 & 9:00 am Saturday: 8:00 & 9:00 am Devotions Miraculous Medal & St. Theresa after Monday morning Masses. St. Anthony after Tuesday morning Masses. Exposition & Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament every Wednesday from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, as well as every First Friday from 7:30 to 8:30 PM with silent adoration until 10:00 PM. Recitation of the Rosary every Saturday at 4:30 (before the 5:00 PM Mass) Confessions Saturdays from 4:00 to 5:00 and by appointment Baptisms Baptisms are held on the second Sunday of every month at 1:30 PM. Please call the Rectory at least one month before to make arrangements. Baptismal instructions for parents and Godparents are required. Marriages Call the Rectory at least six months in advance of the wedding date to make an appointment with a deacon or priest. Rev. Niranjan Rodrigo, Parochial Vicar Rev. Thomas D Angelo, In Residence Rev. Robert Imbelli, Weekend Associate Rev. Edmundo Gomez, Weekend Associate Spanish Mass Rev. Robert F. Grippo, Pastor Deacon Anthony P. Cassaneto Mrs. Josephine Fanelli, Principal Mrs. Marie McCarrick, Dir. of Religious Education Dr. Liya Petrides, Music Director 2855 St. Theresa Avenue, Bronx, New York RECTORY: 892-1900/1901 WEBSITE: www.sttheresaparishny.com SCHOOL: 792-3688 FAX: 892-1146 E-MAIL: contact@sttheresaparishny.com RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: 792-8434

CHURCH OF ST. THERESA, BRONX JANUARY 30, 2011 FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME It seems that one of the main difficulties that some people have with the Christian gospel is that it seems to them to be unrealistic. Few of them would deny that Jesus lived a good life or that He said some beautiful things. That, in fact, is the basis of their problem. As they see it, Jesus was so good and His teachings are so beautiful that they simply do not fit in a world such as ours. There is a tendency among some people to think of Jesus as an idealist, a man who saw life, not as it is, but as it ought to be. His message of love, His ethical code and moral standards are marvelous beyond compare. We like to talk about them, sing about them, hear sermons about them; but we re not all certain that they have any real place in what we think of a as the real world. So we come to Mass; and for a few moments inside the four walls of the church, we think about life the way it ought to be. Then we leave this place of refuge and go back out to deal with life the way it is. Jesus is infinite sweetness, vague poetry, universal charm, but the real world is cold, hard, cruel, and greedy. And somehow the two just don t fit. Isn t that how many see it much of the time? In contrast to that concept is the statement of Jesus, I am the way, and the truth, and the life. In other words, our Lord thought of Himself as a realist. As Jesus saw it, His teaching was the way life ought to be; it was the plain truth about the way life is. As He saw it, His life was not a beautiful novelty to be admired and applauded. It was the real thing, the only kind of life that ultimately makes any sense or will really work. He believed and taught that one of the worst things about sin is what it does to the sinner. He said that some people s lives were like tombs, that on the outside they may look neat and tidy but on the inside were rotting corpses and dead men s bones. He told a story about a young man who threw restraint and responsibility to the wind, went his own willful way, and ended up in the pigpen of life. Jesus taught that the only effective way to deal with sin is to face it, confess it, repent of it, and accept the cleansing of forgiveness. Is that a dream world or is it the real world? When Jesus taught us to pray. Forgive us our sins, was He dealing with fact of fantasy? So over 2000 years ago, Jesus was saying things about people that modern psychology continues to confirm. Perhaps we should take Jesus a bit more seriously. It could be that He lived in a real world that most of us have not yet even discovered. On this subject, our Lord had one central theme to which He returned time and time again the fatherhood of God and the brotherhood of man. He believed and taught that the human race is basically a family. And He presented that Concept, not as an ideal, but a fact. God is Father and men and women of all nations are brothers and sisters. That is what Jesus thought and taught about the human race. And in this fragmented, hostile world, that must surely seem an incredibly idealistic thought. Could it be that the real reason behind social strife and misery is the refusal of the human race to face the fact that we re a family? And could it also be that the only way we will ever solve our social problems and differences is on a basis of cooperation and goodwill, just like any sensible family does? So it seems to me that we would be very unwise to think of Jesus as an idealistic dreamer. There is evidence time and again to suggest that Jesus may be the only true realist among us. Jesus told it like it really is: I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father but through me. We will be hosting the New York Defensive Driving Class at St. Theresa s Rectory Meeting Room twice in March! The first class will be held on Saturday, March 19 th from 10AM to 4PM. The second class will be held on Wednesday, March 23 rd and Thursday, March 24 th from 6:30PM to 9:30PM each night! This course reduces up to 4 points on your driver s license and will lower you auto liability and collision insurance premiums by 10% for three years. The cost of this course is only $49. To enroll in either class, please call Chris Morea at 718-824-9698 or visit the Morea Agency located at 2964 Middletown Road, Bronx, NY 10461. Register now, seating is limited! CONFESSIONS are heard every Saturday from 4:00PM to 5:00PM or by appointment in the rectory. ST. THERESA S CARD PARTY COMMITTEE The Card party committee is in the process of getting the card party underway for May and as they have done in the past years, they are asking for donations. Almost everyone receives something for Christmas that they don t want or can t use it s inevitable. If you have something that you don t need, we ask that you consider donating it to our Annual Card party. During these hard economic times, the donations from stores and businesses have dwindled substantially so these gifts truly make a big difference. We can use anything that is New or Unused such as toys to picture frames, candles, perfumes, wallets, etc. Nothing will go unused! Thank you for your consideration and all you do to help make the card party a success! Please remember only New Unused and Unopened Items will be accepted. Please bring your donations to the Rectory.

FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME VOCATION NIGHT Our monthly VOCATION NIGHT continues on Monday, February 17 at 7:00PM at Our Lady of the Assumption Church, Bronx. The night will begin with a Mass for vocations to the priesthood. After the Mass, we will gather for pizza and informal conversation. The night will end at 8:15. Young men in grades 8-12 and college are invited to attend. Your family is also welcome. For more information, please call OLA at 718-829-1706. A LETTER FROM FOOD FOR THE POOR Food For The Poor wishes to thank you for the welcome you extended to Father Iacona on his recent visit to your parish. On behalf of our less fortunate brothers and sisters of Latin America and the Caribbean, we thank you for having shared in their lives. They, and you, are blessed by your generosity. In Christ, The Food For The Poor Family ANNUAL WEDDING MASS CELEBRATION Couples celebrating their 50 th Wedding Anniversary anytime during 2011 are invited to attend the Annual golden Wedding Jubilee Mass with Archbishop Dolan at the Cathedral of St. Patrick, Sunday, May 22 nd at 2:00PM. Pre-registration is required. Please contact your parish for registration. The closing date to register for the Mass is Thursday, May 5 th 2011. This event is sponsored by the Family Life/Respect Life Office of the Archdiocese of New York. Todos Los matrimonies que celebrant sus 50 años de casados en el año 2011 estan invitados a la Misa Anual de Cincuents Aniversario de Bodas. La Santa Misa será celebrada por Arzobispo el domingo 22 de Mayo de 2011, a las 2:00PM en la Catedral de San Patricio. Por favor registrese antes del dia de la celebración. Favor de contactar a su parroquia para registrarse. El último dia para registrarse es el jueves, 5 de Mayo. La ceremonia se presenta por la Oficina de Vida Familiar /Respeto a la Vida de la Arquidiócesis de Nueva York. ST. FRANCES DE CHANTAL PARISH SCHOOL WONDERLAND CARD PARTY St. Frances de Chantal Parish School invites you to our annual Card Party on February 10, 2011 at Villa Barone Manor from 7:00PM-12:00AM. Tickets are $50 per person, and includes a 3 course dinner, open bar, and dessert. Tickets are now available for purchase. Please call 718-892-5359 if you are interested in attending. 2011 ARCHDIOCESAN STEWARDSHIP APPEAL This week marks the beginning of the 2011 Archdiocesan Stewardship Appeal in our parish. You will be receiving a letter from Archbishop Dolan asking for your support of the vital ministries, programs and services provided through the Appeal each year. When you receive your letter, please fill out your pledge card and send it in. Your generosity is greatly appreciated. FIRST FRIDAY This Friday February 4 is First Friday we will have our Holy Hour from 7:30-8:30PM and the church will remain open until 10:00PM for private adoration. FEBRUARY 3 FEAST OF ST. BLAISE PRAYER IN HONOR OF ST. BLAISE O God, deliver us through the intercession of Thy holy bishop and martyr Blaise, from all evil of soul and body, especially from all ills of the throat; and grant us the grace to make a good confession in the confident hope of obtaining Thy pardon, and ever to praise with worthy lips Thy most holy name. through Christ our Lord. Amen Blessing of the throats will be after the 8:00AM, 9:00AM masses and at 3:00PM. ST. FRANCES DECHANTAL PARISH St. Frances DeChantal Parish will begin a Bereavement Support Group, on Tuesday, February 22, 2011 at 7:30PM in the Parish meeting room. If you are interested in being a part of this group please contact Sr. Joan Marie O Leary at 718-792-5500 by February 18. MSGR. SCANLAN HIGH SCHOOL Msgr. Scanlan High School invites all interested 8 th Graders and their families to our Second Open House on Wednesday, February 2, 2011 from 3:00 5:00PM Tour our campus and have a chance to speak with current students and faculty. For additional information please visit our website: www.scalnalhs.edu or call 718-430-0100. On February 2 nd the Church celebrates the feast of the Presentation of the Lord. In 1997, Pope John Paul II declared that this feast be observed as a celebration of consecrated life. When February 2 nd does not fall on a Sunday, the following Sunday would be World Day for Consecrated Life. Next Sunday we will observe this day with a special emphasis on the call to consecrated life in today s world. IRISH FOOTBALL (GAELIC FOOTBALL) Try-Outs for Irish Football will be held at St. Theresa s Gym starting on Saturday, February 5, 2011 from 4-6PM. Shorts and sneakers are required. No Fee for try-outs. Please call the Rectory for more information. EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Takes place every Wednesday afternoon from 4:30 to 5:30PM in the Church. Please come and taste how good the Lord is! Please visit Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament.

JANUARY 30, 2011 PLEASE PRAY FOR THE RECENTLY DECEASED MEMBERS OF OUR PARISH AND THEIR FAMILIES PAT MANNINE, GIOVANNI PISANO & HANNELORE TAORMINA "Blessed are they who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when they insult you and persecute you and utter every kind of evil against you (falsely) because of me. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward will be great in heaven." -Mt 5:10-12 THE SANCTUARY LAMP BURNING NEAR THE TABERNACLE THIS WEEK IS IN LOVING MEMORY OF IRMA ORRICO LOVE, FRANK & FAMILY THIS WEEK S ALTAR BREAD IS IN LOVING MEMORY OF ORAZIO & GIOVANNA LAPIETRA LOVE, CLARA & ALBERO LAPIETRA SATURDAY JANUARY 29, 2011 5:00PM Thomas Ponticelli 6: 30PM Restituta Rodriguez SUNDAY JANUARY 30, 2011 7:30AM Gloria Cardone 9:00AM Domenico & Vincenza Carovillano 10:30AM John Sinishtaj 12:15PM Horaho Marrano MONDAY JANUARY 31, 2011 8:00AM Peter Larose 9:00AM Carmela Frangella TUESDAY FEBRUARY 1, 2011 8:00AM Emily & Frank Tanzillo & Doreen Falantano 9:00AM Bettina Carroccetto WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 2, 2011 8:00AM Frank DiLapi 9:00AM Luke Sweeny Sr. THURSDAY FEBRUARY 3, 2011 8:00AM Vincenzo Frangella 9:00AM Blanche Bilancia FRIDAY FEBRUARY 4, 2011 8:00AM Lucia Campione 9:00AM Santo Asscenzio SATURDAY FEBRUARY 5, 2011 8:00AM MaryAnn Cicero 9:00AM Lucia, Alberta Mipri & Family 5:00PM James & Helen Traynor 6:30PM Pro-Populo SUNDAY FEBRUARY 6, 2011 7:30AM Pro-Populo 9:00AM Maria Antolino 10:30AM Charles Addario & Sarah Marino 12:15PM Fransico Polanco FEBRUARY 2 PRESENTATION OF THE LORD All-powerful Father, Christ your Son became man for us and was presented in the temple. May He free our hearts from sin and bring us into your presence. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit one God forever and ever. Amen SALESIAN HIGH SCHOOL Salesian High School will be hosting its Open House Information Nights on Tuesday, February 8 and Wednesday, February 9 from 7:00-8:30PM. All students and families are welcome and eighth graders who have been accepted to Salesian may come to take a second look or to even register to be part of the Class of 2015. For more information, please call 914-632-0248. The Sick of Our Parish: Joseph Albano, Marie Albano, Nicholas Bambina, Debbie Beers, Philip Carone, Richard John Colesanti, Peter Corbo, Raymond & Dennis Dandrea, Rosemary Davis, MaryAnn DiBattista, Sal Duscio & Family, Joseph Fazon, Josie Frisina, Edward Griffin, Jeanine Iovino, Jacquelyn Joy, Patricia Kiernan, Stella Kim, Nettie Iemma, Joseph Klucinec, Theresa Lando, Salvatore Lanza, Annie Liecht, James Magrino, Maryann Maiorana, Theresa Marcellino, Jeanette Martone, Vincent Mastrogiovanni, Raymond & John Matta, Sharon Frankel-Mormoyale, John Motts, Joseph & Marie Motts, Theresa Neglia, Vera Pozzuoli, Angela Piccinni, Louis Quattrucci, Rita Rinaldi, Nilda Samday, Rose Tanzi, Carmen Torrellas, Carol Tucciarone, Alphonse Vasti, PETITION BOOK Have you noticed our Petition Book in the vestibule of the Church? Every Saturday, before the 5pm Mass, the petitions entered in the book for that week are brought up to the altar of the Blessed Mother, where they remain for all the weekend Masses. Please pray for these intentions.

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