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MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 8:30 am The Macri & Storino Families, Marilyn Hamilton 12:10 pm John A. Forte, Sr., Bridget Molloy, Charles & Gladys Walker TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 8:30 am Michael & Joseph Roberto, George Pickel, Ethel Crawn, Angela & Carmine Toto, Sr. 12:10 pm Eva Dangler, Giuseppe Pugliese, Marie Haskins WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 8:30 am Maria & Amelia Bufano, Antonio Olive, Katherine Fahey 12:10 pm Frank Leary, Theresa Gero, Mary Jane Tyler THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1 8:30 am Daniel Kenny, Thomas Vecchione 12:10 pm Edward Rochford, Joseph Foglia, Jay Erard FRIDAY,OCTOBER 2 8:30 am Francis Stiner, Ethel Crawn, Dave Odell 12:10 pm Emile Erard, Theresa Gero, Marie Magnier SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3 8:30 am Pat Storino, Ryan Zapotosky, Thomas Vecchione 5:00 pm Minnie & Anthony Sapio, Theresa Gero, Margaret Casamassa, The Bartinek Family, Pauline Margerison 7:00 pm The Vargas & O'Connor Families, Natalia Miranda SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4 7:15 am The Gaetano Ammirato Family, Rose Zboyan, Lee Monica, Phyllis Giannone, Oscar Gonzalez 9:00 am Jeanine Hundt, Stephen Hardgrove, Jr., John & Josephine Forte, Angelina Bassolino, Gilda Ricca 10:30 am Anthony Allocco, William Smith, Colleen Maguire, Anna & Joseph O'Brien, Thomas Keegan 12:00 p.m. Joseph De Marzo, John & Carmela Limone, Catherine Vecchiarelli, Santa Rega, Mary Guerriero
The Altar Bread and Wine For the Week of October 4 - 10, 2015
are in memory of:
John Kosakowski, Jr.
PARISH SACRAMENTAL AND PRAYER
Go therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you.” (Matthew 28:19-20)
We welcome into the Roman Catholic Church those who were baptized:
Isabella Michele Kelly, Thomas James Kelly, IV September 19, 2015
“For this reason a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh. So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore, what God has
joined together, no human being must separate." (Matthew 19:5-6)
We congratulate the couple who celebrated the Sacrament of Marriage in our church last weekend:
Gregory Lowe & Kristen Filangeri September 18, 2015
“Is anyone among you suffering? They should pray. Is anyone among you sick? They should summon the presbyters of the church, and they should pray over them and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord.” (James 5:13,14)
PRAY FOR THE SICK Joan Burke, Mikey Nichols, Fr. Ron Sordillo, Charlotte McVeigh, Richard Reilly, Skip Bohse, Kristen Powers, Michelle Garrubbo, Noah Stanzione, Muriel Rafter, Susan Zuzuro, Nancy Ann Roberts, Laura Walsh, Madeline "Sookie" Lepre, Faye Kruger, Francis Murphy, Jeff Burton, Kristen Curcio, Bruce Merli, Bob Donnelly, Michael Lo Bosco, Annette McVeigh, Jack Vander Meulen
FINANCIAL BLESSINGS
The weekend collection for Saturday/Sunday, September 19/20 amounted to $21,130.00. Your generosity to our Church is gratefully appreciated.
CHILDREN'S COLLECTION
Our children’s collection for Sammy's Friends Foundation for the weekend of September 19/20 amounted to $129.00. Thank you girls and boys for helping.
SEPTEMBER 27, 2015 TWENTY-SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
St. Vincent Martyr Youth Ministry
This weekend marks the beginning of Youth Ministry at St. Vincent Martyr. We refer to Youth Ministry as a “Process” rather than a “Program.” From the U.S. Bishops’ document, Renewing the Vision, Youth Ministry is defined as an ongoing faith formation through which adolescents and their families live out their baptismal call within the life of the parish. Three goals have been established to help guide us in this approach.
1. To empower our young people to live as disciples of Jesus Christ in our world today
2. To draw our young people to responsible participation in the life, mission and work of the Catholic Church
through our parish community
3. To foster the total personal and spiritual growth of each young person within our Catholic Christian
Community of St. Vincent Martyr Parish
Our goal for teens involved in Youth Ministry is for them to experience the 8 components of our process: Evangelization, Community Life, Leadership Development, Catechesis, Prayer and Worship, Justice and Service, Pastoral Care, and Advocacy. By experiencing these 8 components each of our young people has the opportunity to experience a personal encounter with Jesus Christ that focuses on listening for the specific vocation God is calling him or her to live. In our program the parish itself is the structure and the people are the witnessing faith-sharers. So, there is a curriculum and a structure; it is just not expressed or taught in a traditional way. This year we begin with something new. Our opening today involves teens who will actively participate in our parent/teen liturgy with their continual participation in other parish liturgies throughout the year. Their involvement will include teen musicians, Eucharistic Ministers, lectors, altar servers, ushers, and a witness reflection. I am so grateful to all who have stepped forward to take an active role, most especially to Fr. George and Jan Figenshu for their guidance, assistance and leadership. I am constantly amazed and encouraged by the teens in Youth Ministry. Their level of faith and their willingness and enthusiasm to share their own personal faith continues to convince me that this “Process” works. Feel free to contact me if you would like to get involved, as ministering to our teens truly keeps my faith alive!
Anne Marie Gisoldi Youth Minister
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HOW CAN WE PRACTICE MERCY DURING THE JUBILEE YEAR?
PARISH PLANNING MEETING FOR THE
JUBILEE YEAR OF MERCY
September 27 at 3:30 PM in the Media Center
All are welcome!
SAINT VINCENT MARTYR PASTORAL COUNCIL
Our newly formed Pastoral Council held an organizational meeting on the last Monday of August to prepare for its work for the coming year. It's clear that this consultative body of committed parishioners will be using their varied backgrounds, perspectives, skills and talents to help our parish be the very best version of ourself. They are dedicated to their ministry which is to envision, plan, and oversee the implementation of policies and activities that promote sharing the love of Jesus Christ in our prayer, ministry, education and service.
As we have shared before, the Council has as its purpose to: a. Serve as a consultative body to the Pastor b. Prayerfully discern the needs of the parish community c. Establish clear, concise goals and objectives based on the Envision Parish Plan and the emerging needs of the parish community. d. Serve as a vehicle for constructive dialogue with the parish community. e. Identify and call forth the gifts and talents of the members of the parish community. f. Coordinate, encourage and promote parish ministries and activities to be faithful to the call to evangelize. g. Collaborate with the Parish Pastoral Staff and Parish Finance Council in serving the needs of the parish. h. Work to support and implement diocesan policies and directives and to explore Catholic trends. i. Create committees as may be needed to fulfill these purposes. Judging from the hopes and dreams for the council that our members shared at last month’s meeting and from their receptivity to Father George’s vision of how the council can help him and our parish it is clear that good things are on the horizon. Council members welcome and encourage suggestions from parishioners. Members may be contacted by email. The addresses are as follows: Marcela Bledt – [email protected] MaryBeth Bogdanski – [email protected] Gene Cracovia – [email protected] Patty Della Torre - [email protected] Barbara Doyle – [email protected] Jan Figenshu - [email protected] Kevin Flanagan – [email protected] Jean Fuchs – [email protected] Lenore Luckey – [email protected] Carol McCarthy – [email protected] Michael Newman – [email protected] Joanne Novack – [email protected] Jerry Schreck – [email protected] Stan Wisnewski – [email protected] Addresses may also be found on the parish website. Council meetings will be held at 7:30 p.m. in the Library Media Center on the last Monday of each month. All meetings are open to parishioners, and our members are looking forward to seeing you there. Agenda will be published each month.
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Pastoral Council Agenda for September 28, 2015
Call to Order and opening prayer Attendance Old Business Approval of By-laws Consensus regarding Vice-Chair and Recorder positions Terms of members Public Forum New Business Presentations on Tools for Rebuilding Discussion regarding having Council members available on a specific weekend to be available to parishioners. Discussion regarding having other parish committees/councils share their minutes with the Pastoral Council Presentation of parishioners’ concerns/suggestions. Recycling Setting October agenda and closing prayer.
How is our Church Renovation Progressing?
Church Renovation Update
Sunday, October 4th - 6:30 PM in the Parish Auditorium
You are invited to come and share your input with us. 3-fold Goal of the Evening:
See models of our new Liturgical Furnishings: Ambo, Altar and Font
Hear about the good work being done by fellow parishioners on our various committees: The Liturgical,
the Acoustics and the Landscape Subcommittees, as well as our Renovation Committee
Receive an update on the Timeline proposed for the start of our Parish Renovation.
You are invited to stop by the front of the Church (Green Village Road) to see
the outline of our new addition and plaza before the meeting! Save the Date and be a part of creating our worship space!
PRAYER
FIRST FRIDAY HOLY HOUR October 2 - 12:45 - 1:45 p.m. in the Church
Can you not watch one hour with me?
Holy Hour is a form of devotion inspired by Christ's words to the Apostles in Gethsemane: Can you not watch one hour with me? Following the 12:10 p.m. Mass, join us for Holy Hour which will include Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, hymns, scripture readings, recitation of the Rosary and time for silent prayer and will end with Benediction. Come join in this peaceful Eucharistic Adoration of Our Lord.
SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE
We ask for your prayers for the following couples who will celebrate the Sacrament of Marriage in St. Vincent Martyr Church during the month of October:
Matthew Ciampi & Samantha Davis October 2, 2015
Austin Galano & Jennifer Peiffer
October 4, 2015
Darius Matousek & Alison Kronenfeld October 10, 2015
2015 Bishop's Annual Appeal Serving Christ Amount Us
It is important that when you give to any charitable organization, you are confident that the funds are used wisely. Be assured that your gift to the Bishop's Annual Appeal supports four causes: our Catholic Charities agencies, seminarian education, our inner-city area elementary schools and our priests' retirement residence. Funds are used for no other purpose. Note, also, that all funds raised for the Paterson Diocese stay in the Paterson Diocese. Please make a pledge to the Bishop's Annual Appeal today.
FEAST OF SAINT FRANCIS OF ASSISI (Blessing of Animals)
In honor of Saint Francis of Assisi, we will celebrate the Blessing of Animals (English/Spanish) on Sunday, October 4 at 3:00 p.m. on the back porch of the church. Saint Francis is loved by Catholics and non-Catholics alike. He patterned his extremely simple lifestyle after the life of Jesus. His beautiful prayers and songs provide a map for the way we should live our own lives while giving us a glimpse of heaven. His 'Canticle of Creation," gives praise to God for all of God's creatures, "great and small."
RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is a process
offered to adults who wish to discern their call to full membership in the Catholic Church. Saint Vincent Martyr will host 5 Inquiry Sessions (September 30, October 7,
October 14 October 21, October 28) to help you discern if this is right for you. RCIA is for those: who have never been baptized who have been baptized in another faith tradition who have been baptized Catholic but have not received the Sacraments of Confirmation and Holy Eucharist.
Come and See if God is calling you to become Catholic.
Beginning September 30 at 7:30 PM in the Parish Media Center
St. Vincent Martyr Women's Cornerstone November 6 - 7, 2015
Who attends Cornerstone?
Anyone looking to “jump-start” their sense of belonging in the parish community.
Women who want to connect/reconnect to the Church. Anyone who needs a peaceful weekend and is looking for
an opportunity to step out of their daily routine and to reflect on those things that matter most.
For more information, contact Jan at
[email protected] or 973-377-4000 ext 253 Brochures/Registration available in the Parish Office and
the Doors of the Church.
FALL SCRIPTURE SERIES: THE GOSPEL OF LUKE
Our Fall study challenges us to submerge ourselves in the richness of the Word of God. It is an opportunity to look at the Old and New Testament verses and learn more about the Faith and Times of Jesus. More than just a Bible study, it’s biblical catechesis. This course will be a nice preparation for our Sunday Readings during the Cycle C Year, the Gospel of Luke. If you have never participated in a Bible Study before, take the plunge! For our veterans, this will be our time to prepare for the Year of Mercy! Each class is offered three times each week: Sunday at 6:00 p.m., Tuesday at 7:15 p.m. and Wednesday at 9:15 a.m. We will begin the week of October 4th. Please bring YOUR BIBLE! To register, contact Jan at [email protected] 973-377-4000 ext 253.
CHRISTIANS OF THE HOLY LAND Our parish will once again be visited by the Christians of the Holy Land the weekend of October 3/4. This group of Bethlehemites travels throughout the U.S. and bring the message of those Christians who live in the holy city. Besides sharing their story and plight with us, they also will bring some beautiful olive wood religious articles for you to check out and possibly purchase. The group is lead by Rami M. Qumsieh, KHS who visited us once before. The merchandise sale will take place in the school gym after all the Masses that weekend.
STEP INTO THE FUTURE OF SVMS
To date we have been blessed with $1,712,266.26 from 207 families plus the HSA. We thank you for bringing us closer to our goal of 2 million dollars! To make a gift please make checks payable to SVMS Addition and mail to the Parish Office.
SUNDAY READINGS TWENTY-SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
First Reading: Numbers 11:25-29 Two men not considered prophets by the people began to prophesize, and this offended those who did not feel they were true prophets. But Moses explained that prophets are chosen by God, not the people. Second Reading: James 5:1-6 James speaks out strongly against people who become rich by cheating their workers. He claims the wealth they have dishonestly collected will be a testimony against them on judgment day. Gospel: Mark 9:38-43, 45, 47-48 Jesus explains to his disciples that it is acceptable for a person who is not part of their group to speak in his name, but he does warn them that anyone who tries to lead his followers astray will be severely punished. Jesus also discusses personal failing and the importance of taking whatever steps are necessary to avoid them.
DAILY READINGS TWENTY-SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Sunday Nm 11:25-29; Jas 5:1-6; Mk 9:38-43, 45, 47-48 Monday Zec 8:1-8; Lk 9:46-50 Tuesday Dn 7:9-10, 13-14 or Rv 12:7-12a; Jn 1:47-51 Wednesday Neh 2:1-8; Lk 9:57-62 Thursday Neh 8:1-4a, 5-6, 7b-12; Lk 10:1-12 First Friday Bar 1:15-22; Mt 18:1-5, 10 First Saturday Bar 4:5-12, 27-29; Lk 10:17-24
ORGAN & TRUMPET MINI MID-DAY CONCERT
SAVE THE DATE!
Monday, October 19 at 1:00 p.m. (after the 12:10 p.m. Mass) featuring our own organist, Linda Loria and parishioner, Rich Gradone. The event is sponsored by the Metro NJ American Guild of Organists.
Save the Date – Fall 2015 October 4 at 6:30 PM Parish Renovation Update:
come and see where we are with the Project! October 15, November 9, December 3 at 7:30 PM
Faith U.: Faith and Land of Jesus – series to learn more about First Century Life
in the Holy Land. November 6-7 Women’s First SVM Cornerstone:
Come to the Feast December 1, 8, 15 at 7:15 PM
CONVERSION: Adult Study Program – following the Call of Christ.
EDUCATION
CHRISTIAN FORMATION Religious Education (K-8th) Registrations are still be accepted for the academic year 2015-2016 for Christian Faith Formation. Please return your pre-printed form or access a new one by visiting our church's website www.svmnj.org to print and complete a blank registration form and read through our brochure to see which program fits best for your family. For further information about enrolling please contact Denise Stefanelli, Director at 973-377-4000 ext. 251 or via email at [email protected] Teachers(Catechists) and Classroom Aides Needed CCD is seeking volunteers for our Traditional Monday Program after school Mondays from 3:30 - 5:00 pm. All training is provided as well as learning tools and resources. No experience necessary- help needed K-5th grade. Sixth Grade Installation Mass Junior High Ministry 6th graders and newly enrolled 7th and 8th graders are invited to attend, along with family and friends, to an Installation Mass on Sunday, October 4 at the noon Mass. A special blessing upon the children will be given, as well as their Youth Bible. Directly following will be their first instructional session at 1:00 pm. Parent Meeting Dates: Family Sunday (New families to program) Parent Meeting- Sunday, September 27 from 10:00 - 11:00 am in the Community Room/School Cafeteria. Traditional Monday Parent Meeting- Monday, September 28 from 4:00 -5:00 pm or 7:00 - 8:00 pm in the Community Room/School Cafeteria. Junior High Ministry Parent Meeting- Sunday, September 27 from 1:00 - 2:00 pm (for 6th and 7th grade) and 2:00 -3:00 pm (for 8th grade) in the Community Room/School Cafeteria. Home Study/Family Cluster Parent Meeting- Sunday, September 27 from 12:00 -1:00 pm in the Community Room/School Cafeteria. First Sacraments (Reconciliation and Communion) Parent Orientation Meeting- Thursday, October 29 from 3:30 -4:30 pm and 7:00 -8:00 pm in the Community Room/School Cafeteria.
YOUTH NEWS
1.) Anyone interested in serving on one of the Alpha teams this year must attend the informative meeting on Monday, September 28 at 7:15 p.m. in the Youth Center. 2.) Fantioch '15 meeting Wednesday, September 30 from 7:00 - 9:30 p.m. in the Youth Center. 3.) The fall Antioch retreat, FANTIOCH, is October 9 - 11. Get your registrations in as we still have a few open spots for registering. 4.) Juniors: Confirmation sponsor forms and Confirmation name forms are due in the Youth Office by October 1...just a reminder. 5.) Anyone who is still interested in registering for Youth Ministry for the 2015 - 16 school year needs to contact Jody Costello at 973-377-4000, ext. 301 or email [email protected].
MINISTRY
Announcing the first rehearsal for CHORISTER'S (the children's choir) of St. Vincent's
Wednesday Sept. 30 at 6:15 p.m. in the church - OPEN TO grades 2 - 8
Highlights of the year include a multi-church Children's
CHOIR FESTIVAL to be held on Monday, November 16, 3:30 p.m.
and "Lessons and Carols" Advent concert with combined choirs on Sunday, December 20, 3:00 p.m.
Rehearsals are on Wednesday evenings from 6:15 - 7:15 p.m.
Services are Sundays 9:00 a.m. Mass
Please note: (there is much flexibility with this schedule in terms of children's other activities and/or family events)
Barbara Armenti, Director of Music Ministry 973-966-6260
STITCHER'S GROUP
Do you enjoy knitting or crocheting? Come join the Stitcher's group which meets on the 1st and 3rd Fridays of the month with the next session being October 2. They make a variety of items including, hats, scarves, afghans, etc. with the finished items being donated to nursing homes, babies, VA hospital and more. The group meets in the St. Peter Room of the Ministry Center from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
The Grief Recovery Method® Support Program
Grieving is the most normal and natural response to a loss, but it is the most misunderstood experience. Society wants us to deal with loss as an intellectual response. That is why grief can have a lasting impact on a person’s happiness. Grief is an emotional response to a loss. After your loss, you may have wished that some things had been different, better or more. There were hopes, dreams and expectations that now will never come to pass. The intention of the Grief Recovery Method® Support Program will help you discover what was emotionally left incomplete. If you are willing to make a commitment of time and some work, you will recover and move beyond your grief. Dangler Funeral Home, Inc. offers this program free of charge. To find out more about this program, please join me: Betty Dangler, Certified Grief Recovery Specialist® When: Thursday, October 8, 2015 Time: 7:30 PM Where: Burroughs, Kohr, Dangler Funeral Home 106 Main St. Madison, NJ 07940
R.S.V.P. 973-377-3232 by 10/5/15 Website: danglerfuneralhomes.com
Email: [email protected]
SERVICE
ANNUAL HAITI FOOD DRIVE
The annual food drive for the Missionaries of the Poor in Cap-Haitien, Haiti has begun. This weekend and next (October 3/4) are the collection weekends for those wishing to contribute. As in past years there will be a table outside church after Mass with the food items that are being requested.
A Family Perspective
The words in today's Gospel, "Whoever gives a cup of water in the name of Christ will not lose their reward" hits home. As parents we gain our "reward" when be bring water to a frightened child in the middle of the night, or Kool Aid to parched five-year olds, or hold ice chips to the fevered lips of a spouse. It is that simple and that sacred. In our homes we give until it hurts "in the name of Christ.
San Vincente mártir
“Experiencia hispana”
Rev. Msgr. George F. Hundt, Parroco
x 101
Rev. Darwin Lastra, Vicario
X 102
Deacon Robert Morton, Diacono permanente
X
Deacon Martin Diacono transitorio
X 194
Mrs. Jan Figenshu, Asociada Pastoral
X 253
Mrs. Denise Stefanelli, Dir. Ed. Religiosa
X 251
Ms. Anne Marie Gisoldi, Dir. Jóvenes
X 300
Mrs. Kathy Simonelli, Administradora
X 105
Mrs. Diane Wallace, Secretaria
X 106
Mrs. Patricia Caccavale, Recepcionista
X 100
Mrs. Liz Vacchiano, Sec. Ed. Cristiana
X 252
Mrs. Jody Costello, Sec. Jovenes
X 301
La colecta del Pasado 20 de
Septiembre fue de 253 dólares.
Dios multiplique su generosidad.
Domingo XXVI del Tiempo Ordinario
Lecturas del domingo XXVI del
tiempo Ordinario Primera Lectura: Nm. 11, 25-29 En aquellos días, el Señor descendió de la nube y habló con Moisés. Tomó del espíritu que reposaba sobre Moisés y se lo dio a los setenta ancianos. Cuando el espíritu se posó sobre ellos, se pusieron a profetizar. Se habían quedado en el campamento dos hombres: uno llamado Eldad y otro, Medad. También sobre ellos se posó el espíritu, pues aunque no habían ido a la reunión, eran de los elegidos y ambos comenzaron a profetizar en el campamento. Un muchacho corrió a contarle a Moisés que Eldad y Medad estaban profetizando en el campamento. Entonces Josué, hijo de Nun, que desde muy joven era ayudante de Moisés, le dijo: “Señor mío, prohíbeselo”. Pero Moisés le respondió: “¿Crees que voy a ponerme celoso? Ojalá que todo el pueblo de Dios fuera profeta y descendiera sobre todos ellos el espíritu del Señor”. Segunda Lectura: Sant. 5, 1-6
Lloren y laméntense, ustedes, los ricos,
por las desgracias que les esperan. Sus
riquezas se han corrompido; la polilla
se ha comido sus vestidos;
enmohecidos están su oro y su plata, y
ese moho será una prueba contra
ustedes y consumirá sus carnes, como
el fuego. Con esto ustedes han
atesorado un castigo para los últimos
días.
El salario que ustedes han defraudado
a los trabajadores que segaron sus
campos está clamando contra ustedes;
sus gritos han llegado hasta el oído del
Señor de los ejércitos. Han vivido
ustedes en este mundo entregados al
lujo y al placer, engordando como
reses para el día de la matanza. Han
condenado a los inocentes y los han
matado, porque no podían defenderse.
Evangelio San Marcos 9, 38-43.45.47-48 En aquel tiempo, Juan le dijo a Jesús: “Hemos visto a uno que expulsaba a los demonios en tu nombre, y como no es de los nuestros, se lo prohibimos”. Pero Jesús le respondió: “No se lo prohíban, porque no hay ninguno que haga milagros en mi nombre, que luego sea capaz de hablar mal de mí. Todo aquel que no está contra nosotros, está a nuestro favor. Todo aquel que les dé a beber un vaso de agua por el hecho de que son de Cristo, les aseguro que no se quedará sin recompensa. Al que sea ocasión de pecado para esta gente sencilla que cree en mí, más le valdría que le pusieran al cuello una de esas enormes piedras de molino y lo arrojaran al mar. Si tu mano te es ocasión de pecado, córtatela; pues más te vale entrar manco en la vida eterna, que ir con tus dos manos al lugar de castigo, al fuego que no se apaga. Y si tu pie te es ocasión de pecado, córtatelo; pues más te vale entrar cojo en la vida eterna, que con tus dos pies ser arrojado al lugar de castigo. Y si tu ojo te es ocasión de pecado, sácatelo; pues más te vale entrar tuerto en el Reino de Dios, que ser arrojado con tus dos ojos al lugar de castigo, donde el gusano no muere y el fuego no se apaga”.
Para tener en cuenta! Para todos aquellos que no han sido confirmados, a partir del 12 de septiembre se comenzara a dictar las clases para la preparación del sacramento de la confirmación. Esta preparación se durara 6 semanas. La administración del sacramento de la Confirmacion se dara por el excelentísimo señor obispo Arthur Serratelli en noviembre. Recuerden que después del tiempo de Verano, la Misa en español se estará celebrando los sábados a las 7 pm.
Los Sacramentos
Reconciliación (Confesiones): Todos los Sábados a las 4:00pm o haciendo una cita con uno de los sacerdotes, ya sea llamando a la oficina o hablando con ellos directamente o antes de la Misa en Español.
Unción de los Enfermos:
Para las personas que están gravemente enfermas, hospitalizadas o preparándose para una cirugía, al igual que las personas de edad avanzada un asilo para la tercera edad. Para administrar este Sacramento; Favor de llamar a la oficina de la parroquia para que uno de los sacerdotes administre la Unción de los enfermos.
Cursillo Pre-Bautismal en español: Todos los
segundos Miércoles de cada mes a las 7:30 p.m.
El 4 de Octubre tendremos la bendición de
los animales. Por favor, traigan sus mascotas para que reciban la bendición. La
bendición sedara a las 3 PM.
UNA FRESCA PERSPECTIVA DE LAS LECTURAS DOMINICALES
SU PALABRA HOY
Jesús nos avis
a sobre el escándalo
“Importante el texto evangélico de Marcos que
nos trae, hoy, el XXVI Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario.
Jesús de Nazaret termina refiriéndose al escándalo
sobre los más pequeños.
Difícil asunto que siempre está en siniestra
actualidad. Jesús, además, pide a sus discípulos que
no creen una comunidad cerrada, apta solamente
“para los nuestros” o para unos pocos. Jesús pide que
nos abramos a todos los que predican y hacen
milagros invocando su nombre. Y recuerda a aquellos
que den un vaso de agua a los que siguen el Mesías
que no quedaran sin recompensa. Consejos de una
enorme actualidad que a todos nos afectan.”