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Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church 120 Prospect Street, Nutley, New Jersey 07110

Rev. Dennis E.Reiff, Pastor Rev. Malachy Odoh, Parochial Vicar Deacon Aldo Antola, Pastoral Associate Sr. Mary Rose Conforto, MPF, Religious Ed. Director Thomas Rudomanski, Pastoral Council President Andrew Cardona, Music Director Masses Weekday Masses 7 a.m. and 8 a.m. Sunday Saturday Evenings: 5 p.m. Sunday: 7 a.m., 8 a.m., 9:15 a.m., 10:45 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. Misang Pilipino First Sunday, 3 p.m. Devotions Infant of Prague Novena Tuesday - 7:30 p.m. Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Novena

Wednesday following 7 a.m. and 8 a.m. Masses First Friday Devotions 8:30-9:30 a.m. Sacrament of Reconciliation Weekdays after 8 a.m. Mass Saturday - 4 p.m.-5 p.m.

December 16, 2012 3rd Sunday of Advent Rectory Hours Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The Rectory is closed between 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. for lunch. Rectory Phone Numbers (973) 667-2580 (973) 661-1623 Fax: (973) 667-0648 Emails [email protected] [email protected] Website www.olmc-nutley.org Marriages Please schedule at least ONE YEAR in advance of your wedding. Pre-Cana and other instruction sessions are re-quired. Sacraments of Healing Please notify the parish office if someone is ill at home or in the hospital. Baptisms We request parents attend a Baptism Instruction Session before the birth of their child. The Sacrament of Baptism is usually celebrated the third Sunday of each month, except during Lent (when we will not celebrate the sacrament until Easter). All Baptisms are scheduled in person at the Rectory. Parish Membership All are welcome to join our Par-ish Family. Parish policy re-quires registration to partici-pate in Baptism, Marriage and Religion Classes. Please notify the office when a change of address or move occurs.

Our mission as a holy parish is to communicate and to celebrate the life and spirit of Jesus by our word and actions in order to build a dynamic, loving, caring and outreaching community of faith.

December 16, 2012 ~ 3rd Sunday of Advent

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Saturday December 15 7 a.m. George Williams 8 a.m. Ethel Mileski 5 p.m. Joseph Adamkiewicz Sunday December 16 7 a.m. Irene Linehan 8 a.m. People of the Parish 9:15 a.m. Howard Lungren and Deceased Members of the Laudati Family 10:45 a.m. Salvatore Rotunda 12:15 p.m. Marie Andolino Monday December 17 7 a.m. Camillo Rispoli 8 a.m. Judith Mae O’Keefe Tuesday December 18 7 a.m. Vincent and Blanche Rapp 8 a.m. Michael Ciriello Wednesday December 19 7 a.m. Rev. Edward Haber, 4th Pastor 8 a.m. Robert Blasi Thursday December 20 7 a.m. Ken, Janice, and Mandy Stoyack 8 a.m. Frank Candiloro Friday December 21 7 a.m. Virginia Antola 8 a.m. Idalia Gobaira Lorenzo Birthday Remembrance Saturday December 22 7 a.m. Barbara Mileski 8 a.m. Livia Di Iorio 5 p.m. Lawrence Ilaria Sunday December 23 7 a.m. Florence Bissell 8 a.m. Gennaro Pennetti 9:15 a.m. The Kostra and Sawruk Families 10:45 a.m. Carmela Mele 12:15 p.m. People of the Parish

The Sanctuary Light honoring the Eucharistic Presence of Our Lord in the Tabernacle is lit this week In Loving Memory of Frank Candiloro

Bread and Wine offering this week in Loving Memory of Idalia Gobaira Lorenzo

Altar Flowers are donated this week in Loving Memory of Rose Greco

The collection for December 9 was $5,811.

Ultimately, it is the Lord who receives your gift with heartfelt appreciation.

Masses for 2013 Masses are scheduled in person Monday-Friday, from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. If you are unable to come before 4 p.m., give us a call, and we’ll try to have someone available. Come to the Rectory to:

♦ Schedule a Mass for a loved one (living or deceased). Offering: Monday-Saturday morning, $10; Saturday, 5 p.m. and Sunday, $15.

♦ Schedule a Special Intention for a loved one (living or deceased).

♦ Make an offering in honor or in memory of a loved one for The Living Flame ($10), Bread and Wine ($25), or Altar Flowers ($30).

Baptism Preparation If you are expectant parents, please arrange to attend our Baptismal Instruction Program before the birth of your child. Baptismal Instruction and Baptisms must be sched-uled in person, at the Rectory. There is a processing fee of $25. The next Baptism is on December 16 at 2 p.m. The next Baptismal Instruction course until January 13, at 2 p.m.

Parish Penance Service Our Parish Penance Service, in anticipation of Christmas is scheduled for Wednesday, December 19 at 7 p.m. Although we hear confessions in the morning after the 8 a.m. Mass, and 4 p.m. on Saturdays, we strongly suggest that you take advantage of this opportunity to receive the sacrament.

Prayers for Health ReasonsPrayers for Health ReasonsPrayers for Health ReasonsPrayers for Health Reasons Regina Basiak, Josephine Benimeo, Lucy Calvanese,

Sr. Mary Rose Conforto, Cindy Coviello, Ana Marie de Vera, Donald Di Benedetto, Joshua Di Costanzo, Helen Ferguson,

Grace Fiore, Joan Gabriele, Connie Garcia, Jean Gerard, Barbara Hahn, James Hamilton, Lucille,

Eve McKay, Madeline Micael, Stephi Pawelek, Hoyt Peavy, Maria A. Penaranda, Irene Pepek, Evelyn Perry, Isabella Piccininno, Albert Reyes,

Jocelyn Reyes Marie Rispoli, Dean Sawruk, Stephen Sawruk, Emma Siciliano, Mariana Toledo, Joan Tomol, James Tressito



Religious Education The OLMC Education Department has resumed Children’s Liturgy. All children are welcome and strongly encouraged as Catholics to attend. Please see schedule below. All masses are at 10:45 a.m.

Children’s Liturgy Schedule: January 13, 2013 March 10, 2013 April 21, 2013

Stewardship We have an obligation to share with others, that which God has given us. Share your time, and talents. Men and women can become involved in the life of our Parish by becoming an Altar Server, Catechist, Choir Member, Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist, Lector, and/or Usher. By taking an active role in the liturgical life, and service of the Parish, you can have a wonderful experi-ence. We are especially in need of men and women to volunteer their time as Lectors and Eucharistic Minis-ters. Feel free to fill out the form on page 5 and drop it in the collection basket or call the Rectory.

Memorialize a Missalette for 2013 You can put the name of a loved one on a Missalette for one year. Forms can be found in Church or picked up at the Recto-ry during business hours. Please return completed form and a donation of $25.

Sunday, December 16: Assessment Collection, Bap-tism, 2 p.m. Tuesday, December 18: Infant of Prague Novena, 7:30 p.m., K of C Meeting, 8 p.m. Wednesday, December 19: Advent Penance Service, 7 p.m. Friday, December 21: Simbang Gabi, 7 p.m. Monday, December 24: Christmas Vigil Mass, 5 p.m., Mass of the Nativity of the Lord, 10 p.m. Tuesday, December 25: Christmas Day Masses, 7, 8, 9:15, 10:45 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. Sunday, December 30: 50/50 Drawing, 1:15 p.m.

Dates to Remember

3rd Sunday of Advent “Have no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, make your requests known to God.” (Philippians 4:6-7) St. Paul reminds us that our God is an abundant God, the ultimate giver of gifts. He promises to give us all that we need. When we trust that God will take care of us, it is easier for us to share what we have been given.

Christmas Holiday Schedule, 2012

Penance ServicePenance ServicePenance ServicePenance Service Parish Penance Service, Wednesday ,

December 19, 7 p.m.

MassesMassesMassesMasses Christmas Eve

Christmas Vigil Mass, 5 p.m. Mass of the Nativity of the Lord, 10 p.m.

Christmas Day

7, 8, 9:15, 10:45 a.m., and 12:15 p.m.

New Year’s Eve 7 and 8 a.m.

New Year’s Day

7 and 8 a.m., and 12 noon

Supplementing Retirement with a Planned Gift Are you nearing retirement or are already retired and are looking to make a year-end gift? If so, a Charitable Gift Annuity can be a way to supplement your retirement in-come and help your parish at the same time. Let the Archdiocese of Newark help you set up a Charitable Gift Annuity by contacting Theresa Lynch in the Planned Giv-ing Office. She can be reached at (973) 497-4042 or by e-mail at [email protected].

A Note From the Mary and Martha Soup Kitchen… Dear Father Dennis, Once again you and your wonderful parishioners have enormously helped the Mary and Martha Soup Kitchen with your generous food donations. As you may know, we were devastated by Hurricane Sandy, were without power for many weeks, lost a good deal of frozen meat and were unable to serve our many clients. Thank God and people such as your parishioners, we are up and running again. Thank you also to Mr. Allen Piccininno for stocking the food, then loading the cars for delivery, Ms. Dottie Bogacz and Mrs. Ann Ciriello for delivery and their volunteer work in the Kitchen. There are also several parishioners to whom we are indebted for their generosity and volunteer work. God bless you and your parishioners in all of your en-deavors and generosity. We are really most appreciative. Sincerely, Patricia Bologna, Volunteer Director



OLIVER’S CORNEROLIVER’S CORNEROLIVER’S CORNEROLIVER’S CORNER Cold Weather Tips for Pet OwnersCold Weather Tips for Pet OwnersCold Weather Tips for Pet OwnersCold Weather Tips for Pet Owners

Never let your dog off the leash on snow or ice, especially during a snowstorm, dogs can lose their scent and easily be-come lost. More dogs are lost during the winter than during any other season, so make sure yours always wears ID tags.

May peace be your gift at Christmas and

your blessing all year through!

~Author Unknown

Support our Parish K of C! The K of C is now selling the 2013 Entertainment Book. For $30, you will receive fabulous savings at local retail-ers like Kohl’s, and K-Mart, area restaurants, and more! The book is also filled with 50% off and 2-for-1 discounts. Call Fred today at (973) 667-7663 to order your 2013 Entertainment Book. They make great gifts!

Get Involved... Adult Handicraft The Handicrafters are taking a little break. Upcoming meetings will be announced in future bulletins. Knights of Columbus Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, December 18 in the Parish Hall at 8 p.m. To join, call Fred, (973) 667-7663 or email Michael at [email protected]. Women’s Auxiliary Meetings are held the second Monday of each month at 1 p.m. in the Church Hall. If you would like to become a member of our group, join us at our next meeting on January 14 or call Linda, (973) 661-0090.

CHRISTMAS WAFERS Traditional Polish Christmas wafers (Oplatki) are available and may be pur-chased at the Rectory or from the ushers when you attend Mass. The Opłatki wa-fers are embossed with Christmas related

religious images, varying from the nativity scene, (especially Virgin Mary with baby Jesus), to the Star of Bethlehem. They are $4 and include instructions regard-ing their use.

Simbang Gabi 2012 Novena Masses In anticipation of Christmas, join in a tradi-tional Filipino celebration called Simbang Gabi. This year’s nine-day celebration will be conducted at the various parishes below: (Our parish celebration will be on Friday, December 21 at 7 p.m.) Sunday, Dec. 16: Holy Family Church, Nutley, 5 p.m. Monday, Dec. 17: Sacred Heart Church, Bloomfield, 7p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 18: St. Anthony’s Church, Belleville, 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 19: St. Thomas the Apostle Church, Bloomfield, 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 20: Holy Name of Jesus Church, East Orange, 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 21: Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, Nutley, 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 22: St. Mary’s Church, Nutley, 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 23: St. Peter’s Church, Belleville, 5 p.m.

New Energies Holy Family, St. Mary’s, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Advent Penance Services Holy Family Monday, December 17, 7:45 p.m. Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Friday, December 19, 7 p.m. St. Mary’s Friday, December 21, 7 p.m.

Thank You

We want to thank those who supported the Arch-

bishop’s Annual Appeal this year. If you have

not had a chance to finalize your appeal, but

still want to take advantage of your tax write-off

for this year, please do so before December 31,

2012.

St. Mary's Christmas Lessons and Carols Concert Jonathan Ryan, Organist/Choirmaster, and the St. Mary’s Music Program invites you to an evening of Christmas Lessons and Carols with our Schola Cantorum on Sun-day, December 23 at 6 p.m. in the Church (17 Msgr. Ow-ens Place, Nutley). This beautiful Christmas musical evening centers around Scripture readings and beloved Christmas carols. Modeled after the world-famous Lessons and Carols held annually at King’s College, Cambridge in England, it is appropriate for all ages. We hope that you will take advantage of this special oppor-tunity rarely given in our area outside of New York City. A free-will offering will be taken.

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention for December That migrants throughout the world may be welcomed with generosity and authentic love, especially by Chris-tian communities.

ACT OF CONTRITION

My God, I am sorry for my sins with all my

heart. In choosing to do wrong and failing to

do good, I have sinned against you whom I

should love above all things. I firmly intend,

with your help, to do penance, to sin no more,

and to avoid whatever leads me to sin. Our

Savior Jesus Christ suffered and died for us.

In his name, my God, have mercy.



Parish Registration

Our welcome mat is always out. If you enjoy worshipping at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, make us your official Parish by taking a few mo-

ments to register. Please complete the information in the space below and place it in the collection and

we will contact you. All information is kept confidential.

Quick Parish Registration Request

I wish to register as a Parishioner of OLMC

Name: ______________________________ Address: ____________________________ Town: ______________________________ Phone: ______________________________

◊ New Registration ◊ Change of Address

Prayers and Devotion Join Us!

Prayer Group The OLMC Prayer Group meets

Monday-Friday following the 8 a.m. mass.

Devotion to Our Lady of Mount Carmel

Following the Wednesday 7 and 8 a.m. Masses, we meet for Novena prayers.

The Rosary Every day, Sunday through Saturday

just before the 7 a.m. mass.

Infant of Prague Novena Tuesday evenings at 7:30 p.m.

First Friday Devotions

8:30-9:30 a.m. through June.

VOLUNTEER SIGN-UP FORM

Name: _____________________________ Address: ___________________________ Town: _____________________________ Phone: ____________________________ I am interested in the following Ministry(ies):

� Altar Server � Choir � Catechist � Office � Lector � Special Events � Youth Ministry � Extraordinary Minister

of the Eucharist

� Other _____________

Support Group for Those Who are Separated or Divorced Resumes in February Our Lady of Mt. Carmel is beginning another 10-session program, for those who are separated, recently divorced or going through the process of divorce. Our mission is first, to support emotionally and spiritually those who have suffered the loss of the marital relationship, and second, to offer a caring, compassionate and confidential environment for the sharing of experiences. The group size is limited and advanced registration is required - no walk-ins. All sessions will be held on Monday evenings from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Sessions begin in February. To register, contact the Rectory. All calls are confidential and there is no fee in order to at-tend.

Monthly 50/50 Tickets On Sale Now!

Buy your tickets after all weekend masses or stop by the Rectory during business hours. We’re also looking for volunteers to sell. Take some to sell to family, friends, and co-workers. Next Drawing: Sunday, December 30, 1:15 p.m. Raffle tickets make great stocking stuffers!

YANA (You Are Not Alone) Our Parish Bereavement Support Group will meet on Wednes-day, January 9 from 7:30 p.m.-9 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Our Sup-port Group is open to anyone (parishioner or non-parishioner)

who has suffered the loss of a friend, relative or a loved one. There is no charge and reservations are not re-quired. All you need is an open mind and an open heart. Let us try to help you through this time of grief.

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