SAINT MARY S PARISH 6 th Sunday of Easter May 21, 2017
Weekly Mass Schedule Weekday Masses are held in the Parish Center Chapel Saturday, May 20 5:30 PM First Communion Sunday, May 21 7:30 AM Ednah Adubato 9:00 AM Dong Tran 10:30 AM Michael Cox (4 th Anniversary) 12:00 PM First Communion Monday, May 22 7:30 AM Alice Owens 12:10 PM Rose Insua Tuesday, May 23 7:30 AM Joseph Cafone 12:10 PM Edward Lombardi Wednesday, May 24 7:30 AM Maria Caiura 12:10 PM Intentions of Arsenio Yaoto, Jr. (Birthday) Thursday, May 25 -Ascension of the Lord 7:30 AM Mary Corrigan 12:10 PM Padre Pio 7:00 PM Monsignor William Hatcher Friday, May 26 7:30 AM Fr. Tom Nicastro (Anniversary of Priesthood) 12:10 PM Frank and Mary Snyder Saturday, May 27 5:30 PM Ospina Reyes Family Sunday, May 28 7:30 AM Frances Klecak 9:00 AM Family Members of the Furey and Zaremba Families 10:30 AM Nicholas Galdo 12:00 PM Gaetano Tom Nicastro (8 th Anniversary) Hosts for each Mass have been donated by the Rosary Society Chapel Lamp dedicated to the Memory of Robert Cardell Sanctuary Lamp dedicated to the Memory of Dr. Sharlene Watts Blessed Mother Lamps dedicated to the Memory of Joanne Paulson Holy Father's Prayer Intention We pray that Christians in Africa, in imitation of the Merciful Jesus, may give prophetic witness to reconciliation, justice, and peace. A Letter From Diego Dear parishioners of St Mary s, In 2012, I arrived in the United States. My first assignment was this great parish of Saint Mary. My goal was to learn the English language and to know the culture. What I found here was much more than that, it was a true family this has been an incredible blessing! With joy I share with you that on Sunday, 21 May I will be ordained a deacon through the laying on hands by Cardinal Joseph Tobin at the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark. The ceremony will be at 12 Noon. It means a lot for a vocation to feel the love and support of those who become our extended family. You are my family, I cannot be more thankful for all your prayers, love and encouragement. I will be saying my first homily on Saturday, May 27th at the 5:30PM Mass. A light reception will follow in the church basement. Thanks once again, and I hope to see you there! - Diego Navarro St. Mary s Prefect Meeting There will be a Prefect Meeting on Monday May 22nd at 7:00 PM in the Parish Conference Room. All prefects are urged to attend. Decisions regarding the Fall fundraiser will be made at this time. Please make every effort to participate as your thoughts and ideas are needed. Blood Drive - May 28 The Community Bloodmobile will be in front of the rectory on Sunday, May 28 th. Please mark your calendars. Thanks to the donor to the December drive. Thirteen valuable units were collected. Can we increase that number for May? 656 Page 2
First Holy Communion For the past three weekends we have had the joy of sharing in the celebration of 81 of our boys and girls coming to the table of the Lord's Supper for the first time. We hope that this is a day that helps them begin their spiritual journey in an even more personal way. Each time that we receive the Eucharist, Jesus gives us His Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity to nourish us on our journey of life. This spiritual food gives us the power to love. Today in the Gospel of John, we hear Jesus tell his disciples that He is going to send them an Advocate to be with them. This Holy Spirit that Jesus promises is given to each of us so that we can follow Jesus command to love one another. Loving people sounds easy, but can be challenging to actually do. We are called to love those that hurt us or are indifferent to us. We are called to love even when it is not convenient or profitable to us. We are called to love and live out God's love each day. That is tough stuff!!! Jesus never promises that it will be easy, but He does promise that He is there with us through it all. He gives us not just a promise, but also the sustenance, His own Body and Blood to go through the twists and turns in life. God also gives us the Holy Spirit to direct us and to give us the graces and gifts that we need to love as He loves us. As we watch these young people, filled with joy and excitement for their First Holy Communion, we welcome them to the table of the Lord s Supper. They have heard the voice of Jesus calling them to this table so that His Body and Blood can nourish them. Let us continue to pray for them that they may always follow Jesus example of love. St. Mary s Rosary Society Invites You to It s Annual Baby Shower Monday, June 12 at 7:30 PM St. Mary s School Cafeteria To benefit Good Counsel Homes shelters for mothers and their babies. Even if you cannot make it to this inspirational evening, we ask that you make a donation to better the lives these children and their mothers. (Items may be placed in the bins in the back of the Church.) Below is a baby-items wish list Checks are also welcome made payable to Good Counsel Homes Gift Certificates: Shop-Rite, Target, Walmart Batteries: AA, AAA, C and D Baby bath, lotions, shampoos, washes Baby detergent (Dreft) Baby Snacks Baby Wipes Bibs (with velcro) Bottle Brushes Clothing: boys all sizes, girls size 7-8 and 10 most needed and toddler sizes Crib mattress pads Crib sheets Diapers: all sizes, size 4 and 5 are most needed; pull-ups sizes 4-6T Diaper ointments: Desitin, A&D Saline nose drops for infants Essentials: care kit, nasal aspirators, medicine dropper, etc. Pedialyte Hooded bath towels and washcloths Grooming kits: nail clippers, nail files, scissors, combs, brushes, etc. Infant Tylenol or Motrin Infant car seats (Greatly Needed; new or used) Mylicon (infant drops for gas) Onesies Pacifiers Rattles Socks No-leak Sippy Cups 656 Page 3
Join us for Sunday Funday June 11, 2017 from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm Rain or Shine This will be a time for our Religious Education Children to Celebrate the end of another year of Faith Formation Come join the fun! Mobile Video Arcade Play Carnival Games for Prizes Enjoy: Hot Dogs Popcorn Ice Cream We hope to see you there! We are Living Stones The Archdiocese welcomed 499 catechumens and 693 candidates at the Easter Vigil on April 15. Catechumens receive the sacraments of initiation Baptism, Confirmation and first Communion during the Easter Vigil, having prepared for this moment through RCIA. Candidates, who are already Baptized, also go through the preparation program to receive confirmation and first Communion. The Parish Renewal Fund, established by the We are Living Stones Campaign, will all parishes to apply for grants to enhance their evangelization efforts as well as Religious Education Programs. Pantry Notice The pantry is thankful for all the contributions we receive from you the parishioners and are most grateful. Occasionally we run low. We would appreciate if you could donate pasta, all kinds are needed except elbow pasta. Thank you. Pantry coordinator First Saturday, June 3 "You at least try to console me..." World Apostolate of Fatima USA. Honor the plea of Our Lady on Dec. 10, 1925 requesting First Saturdays for five consecutive months. Confessions: 10:30-1:30 pm; Rosary w/15 minute meditation 11:30 am; Holy Mass 12:00 Noon. Celebrant Rev. James Kyrpczak. Holy House: 2:30 pm: Children's video & explanation of "Last Vision" sculpture.3:00 pm Divine Mercy Chaplet. Bring your family and friends to answer the call of the Child Jesus: "And have you spread through the world what our heavenly Mother requested of you?our Lady's Blue Army Shrine, 674 Mountain View Road East, Asbury, NJ 08802 (908) 689-1700 ext. 210 www.wafusa.org 656 Page 4
There was great joy in that city. Acts 8:8 Today we skip to the 8th chapter of the Acts of the Apostles for a reading titled: "Philip in Samaria. Philip was one of the assistants chosen by the apostles in chapter 6. Here's the back story: Some of the Jewish community has converted to Christianity. Others are pushing back and persecuting Christians. The most famous of these is Saul who later becomes Paul, after his conversion on the road to Damascus. The Samaritans pay attention to Philip. Unclean spirits are excised and the paralyzed and crippled are cured. This is even before the "big guns" (Peter and John) leave Jerusalem to lay hands on them. They must have been really good Samaritans. (I couldn t resist the pun.) This attentiveness to the word of God leading to great things provides me with the opportunity to share an idea that has been percolating for several weeks. Back in theological school I learned of a concept which affects churches known as The Slow Buffalo. Here s how it works: The group is advised of a need. Everyone mutters an excuse and runs away as fast as possible leaving the slow buffalo with the job. Stories of the vibrant and growing Christian community of Acts cause me to wonder why today s church can be so disconnected from their energy. They also fuel my desire to go beyond my assigned role to ACT more like them. The antidote to the slow buffalo might be found in the fable Stone Soup. The people s attentiveness and willingness to act causes great things to happen. (Soup from a stone.fancy that.) Our social concerns ministry is an e-mail list of 40 people willing to act from time to time in response various needs. Future goals are twofold: 1. Add more people to the list 2. Create a talent bank of skills to be applied to needs that arise Here s what you can do: Add your name and e-mail to our list. Remember "Acts" is not just a name. It is a verb. Blessed to be in ministry WITH YOU 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), Holy Days 7:30 AM, 12:10 AM, 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: 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 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. 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, Greg O Connell, David Nostro, Douglas Reiman, John Thompson and James Zaremba. A Time to Heal For all those who are sick or suffering, especially 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 Robert Gerken Readings for the Week of May 21, 2017 Monday: Acts 16:11-15; Ps 149:1b-6a, 9b; Jn 15:26 16:4a Tuesday: Acts 16:22-34; Ps 138:1-3, 7c-8; Jn 16:5-11 Wednesday: Acts 17:15, 22 18:1; Ps 148:1-2, 11-14; Jn 16:12-15 Thursday: Acts 1:1-11; Ps 47:2-3, 6-9; Eph 1:17-23; Mt 28:16-20 (Ascension); otherwise Acts 18:1-8; Ps 98:1-4; Jn 16:16-20 Friday: Acts 18:9-18; Ps 47:2-7; Jn 16:20-23 Saturday: Acts 18:23-28; Ps 47:2-3, 8-10; Jn 16:23b-28 Sunday: Acts 1:12-14; Ps 27:1, 4, 7-8; 1 Pt 4:13-16; Jn 17:1-11a; or (Ascension) Acts 1:1-11; Ps 47:2-3, 6-9; Eph 1:17-23; Mt 28:16-20 JPPC This Week s Music 5:30, 9:00 and 12:00 NOON Prelude Alleluia, Love is Alive 158 Gathering Rain Down 606 Psalm This is The Day (Haugen) Offertory Because the Lord is My Shepherd 464 Eucharistic Prayer Christ the Savior 916 / 917 / 920 / 921 Communion We Are One Body 506 Recessional Healing River of the Spirit 686 Parish Collections - The May 14 th Collection was $8,668.00. We thank you for your generosity! BINGO Tuesday Evenings with the Early Bird Game starting at 7:15 PM in Msgr. Walsh Hall Good Shepherd Academy (973-667-2049; www.gsanutley.org) 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 (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