SAINT MARY S PARISH Twenty-Eighth Sunday of Ordinary Time October 9, 2016 Save the Date for St. Mary s Annual Thanksgiving Day Banquet If you have no one to celebrate with and/or just want to have fun, come and join us for a free dinner and entertainment! When: November 24, 2016 from 12 noon to 2:30 p.m. Nutley Care Kitchen Join St. Mary's as we prepare and serve a meal at the Nutley/Belleville Care Kitchen on Saturday October. 22 nd. We need help with: *getting food *setting up *cooking *serving *clean-up Where: St. Mary s School Gym (16 Msgr. Owens Place, Nutley, NJ) Featuring a delicious meal and entertainment for all From the parishioners of St. Mary s Contact tish_palumbo@hotmail.com or call the parish center Please make your reservation for this dinner by November 15 call Diane @ 973-235-1100 or Marlon/Coco Cadag @ 973-661-0284 Let us know if you need transportation Save the date for the Nutley Ecumenical service being hosted here at St. Mary's November 21st at 7 PM Crop-Walk For Hunger Please join us as we support the Nutley area Crop-walk on Sunday, October 23 rd at 2 PM in the oval at the high school. We are in need of walkers and donors to raise fund for local food banks. 1/2 of the money raised will stay right here to help people in the Nutley-Belleville area.
Weekly Mass Schedule Weekday Masses are held in the Parish Center Chapel Saturday, October 8 5:30 PM Rose Adams Sunday, October 9 7:30 AM Joseph and Edith Del Collo 9:00 AM Rose Shevy 10:30 AM Flora Nicosia 12:00 PM William and Alvena Shergalis Monday, October 10 (Columbus Day) 9:00 AM Daniel Rush Tuesday, October 11 7:30 AM Alice and Al Nortof 12:10 PM Patricia Morrison Wednesday, October 12 7:30 AM Eleuterio Cadag 12:10 PM Nancy Gabriele Thursday, October 13 7:30 AM Sophie Mizdo Ziemba 12:10 PM Richard Genitempo and the Genitempo Family Friday, October 14 7:30 AM Steven Proniewych 12:10 PM Bill Donohue Saturday, October 15 8:30 AM Roberto Siciliano and the Fracasso Family 5:30 PM James and Bertha Brzeczko Sunday, October 16 7:30 AM Frieda Byrne 9:00 AM Catholic Daughters 10:30 AM Jeanne B. Pissott (10 th Anniversary) 12:00 PM Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Plechy This Week s Words of Mercy: "If you judge people, you have no time to love them." Saint Mother Teresa of Calcutta Hosts for each Mass have been donated by the Rosary Society Chapel Lamp in Memory of: Lynda and Guillermo Fernandez (Wedding Anniversary) Holy Father's Prayer Intention We pray that journalists, in carrying out their work, may always be motivated by respect for truth and a strong sense of ethics. We also pray that World Mission Day may renew within all Christian communities the joy of the Gospel and the responsibility to announce it. RCIA Are you or someone you know interested in becoming Catholic or completing the Sacraments? RCIA classes will begin on Tuesday, October 4 at 7:00pm. Please contact Kristen Gawlik in the Parish Center or email kristen@stmarysnutley.org for more information. A Message From Fr. Simon To all my friends at St. Mary's My Second Home, The month of September went very fast. It was filled with many spiritual activities and some fun ones as well. I saw old friends and made new ones. I wish to thank Fr. Rich, Fr. Tom, Fr. Trinidad, and all of you for welcoming me back and all your hospitality. You are most welcome to visit me. It would be such an honor. Please know that my family, my parishioners and I keep you in our daily prayers. Please pray for all of us. Thanking you, I am your grateful friend, Fr. Shamas Simon All Soul s Day Mass of Remembrance A Special Mass of Remembrance will be held on Wednesday, November 2 nd at 7 PM for All Souls. This Mass will include the reading of names of all who have had funerals at St. Mary s in the past year. If you have someone dear to you who has died this past year but whose funeral took place elsewhere, you are welcome to submit that person s name to be read. Call the Parish Center (973-235-1100) or e-mail us at info@stmarysnutley.org with the name by Friday, October 28 th. There will also be a reception immediately following the Mass in Monsignor Walsh Hall. 656 Page 2
This Week s Music 5:30, 9 AM and 12 NOON Gathering Enter the Journey #651 Gloria Mass of Renewal #866 1 st Reading 2 Kings 5:14-17 pg. 222 Psalm The Lord is Kind and Merciful 2 nd Reading 2 Timothy 2:8-13 pg. 223 R & A pg. 223 Gospel Luke 17:11-19 pg. 223 Creed Nicene Pg. 9 Offertory You Are the Healing #395 Holy Mass of Renewal #869 Mem. Acc. Mass of Renewal #871 Amen Mass of Renewal #873 Lamb of God Mass of Renewal #874 Communion Miracle of Grace #363 Recessional Now Thank We All Our God #198 Super 50/50 Raffle: $9500.00 as of 9/30/16 Open Houses Queen of Peace HS Open House Monday Oct. 24 from 7-8:30 PM, Wednesday Nov. 16th from 7-8:30 PM Queen of Peace HS will be hosting our three Fall 2016 Open House events. Faculty, staff, coaches and students will be available to answer questions and provide tours throughout our facilities. QPHS is a long standing and successful catholic high school close to home that has provided a top quality education to our students for over 85 years. Come see how we can help your child succeed!!! Saint Dominic Academy, Jersey City All are invited to our Open House events on Thursday, October 13 (6-8pm) and Sunday, October 16 (1-3pm). The events will feature club and athletic demos, academic presentations, tours, and complete details about the application process for Grades 7-12. Information about the Academy and its application and admission processes, including the Freshman for a Day program can be found on the website (www.stdominicacad.com). Mount Saint Dominic Academy, Caldwell Open House for 7th and 8th grade girls and families on October26th at 6:30pm. Call 973-226-0660, ext. 1122 for questions or visit www.msdacademy.org. Immaculate Heart Academy Immaculate Heart Academy will be hosting an Open House on Sunday, Oct. 16 from 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. IHA s Open House is a great opportunity to learn about the school, the curriculum, and IHA s artistic, athletic, and extracurricular programs. Members of the administration, faculty, and coaching staff will be on hand to answer questions. A second, evening Open House will be held Nov. 3 at 6:30 p.m. Online preregistration is requested at www.ihanj.com. Bussing is now available for Rockland and Orange County, NY students. Call 201.445.6800 for more information. IHA is located at 500 Van Emburgh Ave., Township of Washington, NJ 07676. Immaculate Conception High School, Montclair Sat., October 22 at 10 AM, Mon., November 7 at 6PM, Wed., January 18 at 6PM, Tues., January 31 at 9AM If You Have Any Questions Or Would Like To Rsvp For The Open Houses, Please Contact The Office Of Enrollment (973) 744-7445, Ext. 24 Admissions@ichspride.org or visit: www.ichspride.org 656 Page 3
Upcoming Religious Education Schedule Sunday, October 9 No Class - Columbus Day Weekend Tuesday, October 11 Class from 3:45-5 PM Sunday, October 16 Class from 9-10:15 AM Monday, October 17 First Penance Parent Meeting - 7 PM in the Church Tuesday, October 18 Class from 3:45-5 PM Serving God and His People at Mass - Youth Altar Servers Serving God isn't just for adults; we are all called to serve God and his people. One of the most important places to do that is during the Saturday evening/sunday liturgy. We are looking for boys and girls in Grade 4 and up to be Altar Servers. We will have a training session on Saturday, November 5 at 11am in the Church. During this training session, we will teach them how to be an altar server, why it is an important role at Mass, and talk about some of the things that happen during the liturgy. Once they are trained, they will be able to serve at any of the Masses that you attend. If you are interested, please email Kristen Gawlik - kristen@stmarysnutley.org with the name of your son or daughter, their grade, a contact number, and what Mass you normally attend. Food Drive Update: Pantry On Sunday, September 25 th, the Parish Pantry took part in the yearly Mend Food Drive. We were very successful and our Parish Pantry supplies have been replenished. We must first thank Nutley Park Shop Rite for their constant support of this event. We are lucky in Nutley to have such a good neighbor. We had dedicated volunteers who helped and sacrificed a beautiful afternoon to distribute flyers to the patrons. They were Andrew Blaskewicz, John Sayson, Helen Donohue, Gen Mc Cutcheon, Pat Rush, Lena Bellapianta, Gail Ferrara, Anna Balagia, Cirill Balangia, Tony Castillo and Betty Roessner. Among the volunteers, I was lucky to have strong young Confirmation Candidates. They were Patrick Helber, Frank Santomauro and Troy Balitter, who not only collected but also helped to transport packages. They were assisted by two other candidates; Joseph Mastandrea and Shannon Granelli, as well as Paul Yanicak, who handled the parish truck to transport the food. All of this was greatly appreciated. I am truly blessed to have so many dedicated, caring people. Thank you for all your efforts! Sincerely, Pantry Coordinator 656 Page 4
1. What do you think of when you hear the word hymn? 2. What is a hymn? 3. Is every song we sing at church a hymn? A Google search will teach you more than I know (or care to know) about hymns. Instead, let me explain it by: 1. Looking at the fine print found at the bottom of each song printed in hymnals 2. Comparing a hymn with something that isn t a hymn Take a look at the bottom of hymn #198 where it gives information about the Text. 67, 67, 66, 66: This speaks to the meter of the stressed syllables. Count the syllables; Now thank we all our God (6) With heart, and hands, and voic-es (7.) Sirach 50:22-24 The songs scriptural reference Now bless the God of all who everywere does great things, who raises us up from our birth and deals mercifully with us. (Sirach 5:22) Martin Rinkart A scholar, chorister and future pastor who wrote the words. Catherine Winkworth A British native who translated this and many hymns from German to English. Here is what we learn about the music: John Cruger A musical composer and hymnal editor who composed the hymn tune Nun Danket. The name of the hymn tune is noted to the right of the title. In this case, the tune derives its name from a literal translation of the first words of the original text, Nun Danket Alle Gott. The second way to learn about hymns is by comparing it to something that isn t a hymn. Our communion song #363 provides an excellent contrast. In the interest of space I will let you compare the fine print on your own. A quick glance at the music and a little attention paid when singing reveal several distinct distinctions that separate hymns from songs. Hymns employ simple rhythmic patterns and notes that move stepwise up and down the scale. Songs allow for greater intervals between pitches and more complex rhythms. Miracle of Grace (#363) is very typical of contemporary church musical composition. Now for the challenge question: 4. What is better? Hymns or songs? Once again, a Google search will tell you more than I care to know, read or think about. Let me answer by saying; I have been and continue to be intentional in picking and singing all verses of a hymn as our recessional song. Blessed to be serving at St. Mary s, Knights of Columbus Membership The St. Mary s Knights of Columbus Council #2346 always welcomes new members to join. The Knights of Columbus is a Catholic Men s fraternal organization dedicated to upholding its four key principles: charity, unity, fraternity and patriotism. Those who are interested in more information should call the Council at (973) 667-0104 or email stmaryscouncil2346@gmail.com. Meetings are held the 2 nd and 4 th Mondays at 7:30 PM. The Knights of Columbus Hall is also available for rental; please call with any inquires. The Hall is a great space for repasts, anniversaries and baby/bridal showers! 656 Page 5
St. Mary s Church is served by: Rev. Richard Berbary, Pastor Rev. Thomas Nicastro, Parochial Vicar Anthony G. Armando, DRE/Youth Minister, 973-667-8239 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), 8:30 (Saturday) Holy Days 7:30 AM, 12:10 AM, 7:00 PM National Holidays 9:00 AM Parish Business Hours Mon.-Fri. 9 AM-4 PM Parish Center Saturday 3 PM-7 PM Church Vestibule Sunday 9 AM-1 PM Church Vestibule Phone Number: 973-235-1100 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 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 Kristen Gawlik at the Parish Center or email kristen@stmarysnutley.org. 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 A Time of War and Peace We pray that our troops serving our country may be protected by the Holy Spirit, especially for Patrick Connors, Evan Keating, Collin Keating, Mark Nostro, David Nostro, Douglas Reiman, John Thompson and James Zaremba. A Time to Heal For all those who are sick or suffering, especially Doreen Bryan, Angela Scullion and all those listed on our webpage at http://stmarysnutley.org/prayerpage.shtml A Time to Die For all those who have entered into eternal life, especially Elizabeth Booth, Cassandra Stewart, Ellen Surretsky A Time to be Born For all those who have joined us in Baptism, especially Alexander Joseph Ruiz A Time to Love For all those who have joined in the Sacrament of Marriage, especially Jennifer Munoz and Jason Corian Parish Collections: The October 2 nd Collection was $10,524.00. We thank you for your generous donations! Readings for the Week of October 9, 2016 Monday: Gal 4:22-24, 26-27, 31 5:1; Ps 113:1b-5a, 6-7; Lk 11:29-32 Tuesday: Gal 5:1-6; Ps 119:41, 43-45, 47-48; Lk 11:37-41 Wednesday: Gal 5:18-25; Ps 1:1-4, 6; Lk 11:42-46 Thursday: Eph 1:1-10; Ps 98:1-6; Lk 11:47-54 Friday: Eph 1:11-14; Ps 33:1-2, 4-5, 12-13; Lk 12:1-7 Saturday: Eph 1:15-23; Ps 8:2-3ab, 4-7; Lk 12:8-12 Sunday: Ex 17:8-13; Ps 121:1-8; 2 Tm 3:14 4:2; Lk 18:1-8 Parish Membership Parishioners should register and should inform the Parish Center when moving from the parish. Good Shepherd Academy (973-667-2049; www.gsanutley.org) Our Catholic grade school sponsored by the Archdiocese of Newark JPPC Religious Vocations If you think you may have a vocation, speak to one of our priests, or call the Archdiocesan Vocations Office (973-497-4366). 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