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

Rev. Dennis E.Reiff, Pastor 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.

May 5, 2013 6th Sunday of Easter Rectory Hours Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The Rectory is closed between 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. Rectory Phone Numbers (973) 667-2580 (973) 661-1623 Fax: (973) 667-0648 Emails olmcnutley@optimum.net olmcreligion@optimum.net 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.

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Saturday May 4 7 a.m. Maria Fabiano 8 a.m. Placido and Angela Belleza 5 p.m. Thomas Finetti Sunday May 5 7 a.m. Helena Oertel 8 a.m. Frank and Matilda Strimike 9:15 a.m. The Carpenter and Basini Families 10:45 a.m. Matilda and William Vitiello 12:15 p.m. People of the Parish Monday May 6 7 a.m. Ronald Mendoza 8 a.m. Philip Moscariello Tuesday May 7 7 a.m. Victor Grieco, Sr. 8 a.m. Michael Ciriello Wednesday May 8 7 a.m. William A. Bradley, Jr. 8 a.m. Maria Thu Nguyen 7 p.m. Frank and Josephine Gawron Thursday May 9 7 a.m. Nancy and Louis Ferraro 8 a.m. Gusseppa and Emilio Pennetti Friday May 10 7 a.m. Helen La Vista 8 a.m. Sophie Bogacz Saturday May 11 7 a.m. Richard Cook 8 a.m. Fred Conforto 5 p.m. Antonetta Rotunda Sunday May 12 7 a.m. Selmira Romero Rodriguez 8 a.m. Angela Candiloro 9:15 a.m. Grace and James O’Hara 10:45 a.m. Rose Greco 12:15 p.m. Idalia Gobaira Lorenzo (Mother’s Day Remembrance)

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

Bread and Wine offering this week in Loving Memory of Albert Grillo

Our Collection for April 28 was $5,079. Ultimately, it is the Lord who receives your

gift with heartfelt appreciation.

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. The next Baptism is on Sunday, May 19 at 2 p.m. The next Baptismal Instruction Course is Sunday, June 9 at 2 p.m. There is a pro-cessing fee of $25.

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 Rectory during business hours. Please return com-pleted form and a donation of $25.

Prayers for Health ReasonsPrayers for Health ReasonsPrayers for Health ReasonsPrayers for Health Reasons Regina Basiak, Josephine Benimeo, George Berkovich,

Lucy Calvanese, Cindy Coviello, Phyllis Cross, Ana Marie de Vera, Donald Di Benedetto, Joshua Di Costanzo, Helen Ferguson,

Grace Fiore, Joan Gabriele, Connie Garcia, Barbara Hahn, James Hamilton, Gloria Klima,

Lucille, Eve McKay, Madeline Micael, Michael O’Connor, Stephi Pawelek, Hoyt Peavy,

Maria A. Penaranda, Evelyn Perry, Isabella Piccininno, Albert Reyes, Jocelyn Reyes, Marie Rispoli, Dean Sawruk, Stephen Sawruk, Mariana Toledo, Joan Tomol, James Tressito.

Masses for 2014 The Mass Book for 2014 is now open. 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 some-one available. Please note that we still have 2013 Mass-es 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.

♦ 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).

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Sunday, May 5: Filipino Mass, 3 p.m. Monday, May 6: Handicraft, 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 7: Infant of Prague Novena, 7:30 p.m., Choir Practice, 8 p.m., K of C, 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 8: Ascension of the Lord Vigil Mass, 7 p.m. Thursday, May 9: The Ascension of the Lord; 7 and 8 a.m. masses/Collection (Holy Day of Obligation). May 11/12: Collection for the Church in Latin America Sunday, May 12: First Holy Communion, 12:15 p.m. Monday, May 13: Women’s Auxiliary, 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 14: Infant of Prague Novena, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 15: YANA, 7:30 p.m. Sunday, May 19: Assessment Collection; Baptism, 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 21: Infant of Prague Novena, 7:30 p.m., Choir Practice, 8 p.m., K of C, 8 p.m. Sunday, May 26: Utility Collection; 50/50 Drawing, 1 p.m. Monday, May 27: The Rectory is closed (Memorial Day) Tuesday, May 28: Infant of Prague Novena, 7:30 p.m., Choir Practice, 8 p.m.

Dates to Remember

The Archbishop’s Annual Appeal The Archdiocese of Newark’s Office of Human Concerns works to spread the Gospel’s challenge of our need to care for the poor and the marginalized with-in our society. It does this by making presentations in parishes, schools and religious education programs about the importance of Catholic Social Teaching, specific social issues and the importance of service in the life of the Church. The Office of Human Concerns also works with youth groups from both the Archdiocese of Newark and nation-ally who are looking for service projects and an oppor-tunity to reflect on their experiences. During the last two summers, over 80 young people from around the country will come to the Archdiocese to serve the poor with ser-vice projects in our shelters, parishes and soup kitchens. This Office creates a greater awareness of the important social issues of the day such as poverty, climate change and fair housing by providing information to parishes and practical ways to be involved in making positive changes to the world. Thank you for your support of the Archbishop’s Annual Appeal, which makes the Office of Human Concerns a reality! Pencils and AAA envelopes are located in the church pews and in the back of the church.

Religious Education Please Note... Registration for the 2013-2014 school year has begun. Information and forms have been given to the children. Forms are also available on our website. First Holy Communion Children will receive their First Holy Communion on Sun-day, May 12 during the 12:15 p.m. Mass.

If God calls you, call us! Religious Teachers Filippini

www.filippiniusa.org Continuing the ministry of Jesus the Teacher Are you being called to share your life in love and ser-vice as a consecrated woman in religious life as a

Sister? Are you willing to allow the Lord to consecrate your gifts, talents and enthusiasm for life to Him, the Beloved? Are you passionately in love with Jesus

Christ? If you have questions or are curious about the prayer, ministry and community life of the Religious

Teachers Filippini, contact Sister Shirlee at stbernadetteconvent@gmail.com

6th Sunday of Easter “…do not let your hearts be troubled or afraid.” JOHN 14:27 When we let the daily pressures of life trouble us, we begin to believe that we are responsible for taking care of everything. This causes us to frantically cling to our time and treasure. Yet, Jesus tells us not to be troubled or afraid. Take a deep breath, pray and place your trust in God. When you do, you will be a better steward of all that God has placed in your care.

Respect Life Our Lady’s Monthly Prayer Vigil for Life is on Monday, May 13 at Assumption Church (29 Jefferson Ave., Emerson). Mass is at 7 p.m. followed by Eucharistic Adoration, Rosary, opportunity for the Sacra-

ment of Reconciliation and Benediction. A brief discus-sion and fellowship will conclude the evening.

As mariners are guided into port by the shining of a

star, so Christians are guided to heaven by Mary.

~Saint Thomas Aquinas

Please be reminded that the Rectory office

is closed between 12:30 p.m. and 1:30

p.m. for lunch. Staff will be

unavailable at this time.

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~OLIVER’S CORNER~~OLIVER’S CORNER~~OLIVER’S CORNER~~OLIVER’S CORNER~ Please help our furry friends who tempo-rarily reside at the Bloomfield Animal Shelter. We would all appreciate your support by donating canned or dry cat and dog food. Collection dates are from May 4-12. Please place your dona-tions in the boxes located in the ves-tibules of the Church Thank you!

Get Involved... Adult Handicraft Our craft ladies are working on sev-eral projects. They will continue to make afghans for our Veterans, and “hug-a-bear” dolls for pediatric pa-tients in local hospitals. Their newest project is crocheting hats for children struggling with cancer. The ladies are in need of light colored yarn. If you wish to donate yarn, please leave it with an usher after masses or drop off at the Rectory during regular business hours. The ladies will be crafting on Monday, May 6 at 10 a.m. They will meet the first Monday of each month thereafter.

New members are always welcome. Knights of Columbus Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, May 7 in the Parish Hall at 8 p.m. To join, call Fred, (973) 667-7663 or email Michael at gk6195@njkofc.org. Women’s Auxiliary Meetings are held the second Mon-

day 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 May 13 or call Linda, (973) 661-0090.

OLMC Website Forgot to pick up a Sunday bulletin? Visit our website www.olmc-nutley.org to check out the latest bulletin, get Re-ligious Education news, Mass sched-ules, find out more information about our various organizations, events etc. Pay us a visit!

A Retreat for the Seriously Ill GENNESARET, a retreat designed to provide a spiritual and temporal oasis for men and women, suffering with a serious illness, will be held the weekend of May 17, 18, and 19 at the Archdiocesan Retreat Center (499 Belgrove Drive, Kearny). The retreat will begin Friday at 1:30 p.m. and end with a closing Prayer Service on Sun-day at 1:30 p.m. The retreat is free. For more infor-mation please call Hilare Reinold, (732) 566 7237.

YANA (You Are Not Alone) Our Parish Bereavement Support Group will meet on Wednes-day, May 15 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 required. All you need is an open mind and an open heart. Let us try to help you through this time of grief.

Annulment Information Evening An Annulment Information Evening is scheduled for Wednesday, May 15, at St. John the Evangelist Church, (235 Harrison Street, Leonia) at 7:30 p.m. A member of the staff of the Tribunal of the Archdiocese of Newark will provide basic information about annulments; the require-ments for annulments and how to begin the process of petitioning for an annulment. There will be an opportunity for questions at the session. Pre-registration is not nec-essary, but for directions, please call the parish at (201) 947-4545.

Memorial Day 2013 Remembrances Memorial Day weekend May 25/26, we will again remember those who were killed in battle (or died as a result of wounds sustained in battle) giving their lives in the service of their country in any of our nation’s conflicts. We are now accepting names of those you wish to remember. Please drop the form below into the collection basket, or bring it to the Rectory no later than Wednesday, May 15. You may also email your request to olmcnutley@optimum.net with Memorial Day, 2013 in the subject line.

Memorial Day 2013 Remembrances

Name of deceased: ____________________________

Rank: _______________________________________

Branch of the military:___________________________ ______________________________________ War/conflict:__________________________________ ______________________________________ Your name:___________________________________ ______________________________________ Your phone number:____________________________ ______________________________________

Please print or type all information.

We cannot be responsible for errors if the

names are not legible.

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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 _____________

Monthly 50/50 Tickets On Sale Now!

Buy your tickets after all weekend masses or stop by the Rectory dur-ing business hours. We’re also looking for volunteers to sell. Congratulations to our April win-ners, Steven and Marybeth Oria, who won $575.00. Next Drawing: Sunday, May 26, 1:15 p.m. Raffle tickets make fabulous gifts for every occasion.

Congratulations to our newest little parishioners Jake Douglas Flavell

and Sofia Dannica Reyes

who were baptized here at OLMC last month.

24/7 Helpline for Mothers of Children with Special Needs Mom2Mom is a peer-support program for mothers of chil-dren with special needs in New Jersey. Directed by the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey–University Behavioral HealthCare, the confidential pro-gram’s focus is on caring for the mental and emotional health of mothers of children with special needs of all ag-es. By dialing the Mom2Mom helpline 877-914-MOM2, callers can: talk to other mothers of children with special needs who have been trained as peer counselors who can offer support; gain access to a Resource Database; and get information on Mom2Mom Support Groups in their area. Mothers can also access live chat on the web-site www.mom2mom.us.com. Spanish-language peer counselors available.