Roman Catholic Church

Office Location Phone Email Website

Parish Office 105 Harrison St., New Milford 201-261-0148 office@sjcnj.org sjcnj.org

Religious Education 105 Harrison St., New Milford 201-261-1144 religioused@sjcnj.org sjcnjre.org

Saint Joseph School 305 Elm St., Oradell 201-261-2388 office@sjsusa.org sjsusa.org

the greenhouse-PreK 305 Elm St., Oradell 201-477-8114 vailc@greenhouseusa.org greenhouseusa.org

MASS SCHEDULE WEEKEND

Saturday 5:00 pm

Sunday 7:30 am, 9:00 am, 10:30 am, 12:00 pm

DAILY Weekdays 7:00 am &

8:30 am

Saturday 8:30 am

HOLY DAYS as announced

Miraculous Medal Novena Monday, 7:00 pm in Mary’s Chapel

Eucharistic Adoration First Wednesday of Month

9 am—5 pm in Mary’s Chapel

SACRAMENTS Confession: Saturday,

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Baptism

Contact the Parish Office. Marriage

Arrangements should be made with a priest at least one year in advance.

Sick/Homebound/Hospital Call the Parish Office.

Christian Initiation of Adults—RCIA

Contact the Parish Office.

PARISH REGISTRATION Contact the Parish Office.

Saint Joseph

PASTOR:

Msgr. David C. Hubba

PAROCHIAL VICARS:

Rev. Andrew Park Rev. Roy Regaspi

DEACON: George Montalvo PASTOR EMERITUS:

Rev. George M. Reilly

Office Hours: Parish: Mon.-Fri.: 9 am—5 pm; Rel. Ed.: Mon –Thurs.: 9:30 am—5 pm (Also by appointment.)

Oradell/New Milford, NJ May 17, 2015

INSIDE:

*2015 CONFIRMANDI—p.4

*PAVER FORM—P. 6 (FOR GARDEN OF SAINTS

& COMMEMORATIVE PATH)

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PRAYER REQUESTS Let us remember those who are ill:

Chuck Giancola, Anthony Navarra, Mike Weber

Let us remember those who have recently died: Teresa Bernardi, Rev. John M. Patricius

Let us remember those serving in the military.

SAINT JOSEPH CHURCH ORADELL/NEW MILFORD, NJ

Saturday 5:00 pm

Sunday 7:30 am 9:00 am 10.30 am 10:30 am MC 12:00 pm

Monday 7:00 am 8:30 am

Tuesday 7:00 am

8:30 am

Wednesday 7:00 am 8:30 am

Thursday 7:00 am 8:30 am

Friday 7:00 am 8:30 am

Saturday 8:30 am 5:00 pm

Sunday 7:30 am 9:00 am 10.30 am 10:30 am MC 12:00 pm

Sunday Collection for Week of May 10, 2015 BASKET PARISHPAY TOTAL

$8,996 $4,021 $13,017

Saint Joseph Parish Staff

Mr. Brendan Walsh/Mrs. Carol Winkler….Parish Trustees Deacon George Montalvo…... Dir. of Religious Education Mrs. Arlene Kennedy…………. Sacraments Coordinator Mr. Monroe Quinn……………... Director of Music

Mr. Tom Meli…………………….. Facilities Director Mrs. Phyllis Vrola………………. Business Manager Mrs. Anne Annunziato……….. Parish Secretary

Mrs. Colette Vail………………… Principal of Saint Joseph School Mrs. Angela Gussoni…………... Vice Principal Mrs. Diane Hellriegel………….. Dir. of Communications/ Bulletin Editor

STEWARDSHIP REFLECTION “Whoever confesses that Jesus is the Son of God, God abides in him, and he in God.” —1 JOHN 4:15

How strong is your faith? When you have an opportunity to defend your faith or clarify a question about your faith, do you do it? Or, do you remain silent so that others don’t think you are weird? Pray for the courage to be strong in your faith and share your witness with others.

BREAD AND WINE INTENTIONS The bread and wine for the

Week of May 17, 2015 is offered in loving memory of

Timothy Curtin as requested by

Tom & Mary Horgan.

See our bulletin in FULL COLOR on our website: sjcnj.org

CATHOLIC COMMUNICATIONS CAMPAIGN Thank you for your generosity in last week’s collection for the Catholic Communication Campaign. Because of your support, millions of faithful will have the opportunity to deepen their faith through daily resources on the Internet, television, and radio, and in print media. Remember, half of your donations are staying in our Archdiocese to support local communication needs. To learn more about the important work supported by this collection, please visit usccb.org (search “Catholic Communication Campaign”).

May 16, 2015 Patricio Fernandes (6th Anniversary Remembrance)

May 17, 2015 People of the Parish Susan DeCongelio John Dabrowski (Birthday Remembrance) Helen V. Salco Maria Sfoza (1st Anniversary Remembrance)

May 18, 2015 Francas Cusamano John Dempsey

May 19, 2015 Michael Rotolo Timothy Curtin

May 20, 2015 John Connolly Jo-Ann Verrier

May 21, 2015 Stephen R. Mossay Angela Spano

May 22, 2015 Anna Galante Gennaro Izzo (100th Birthday Remembrance)

May 23, 2015 Katie Ann Conway Lenny Borgognone

May 24, 2015 People of the Parish Victoriano Posadas Mary Anne Vencenti Josephine Coppola Timothy Curtin

The Parish Office will be closed

Monday, May 25 in honor of

Memorial Day

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SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER ~ MAY 17, 2015

CATECHISTS NEEDED “A catechist , then, is a Christian who is mindful of God, who is guided by the memory of God in his or her entire life and who is able to awaken that memory in the hearts of others.”

—POPE FRANCIS

Is that you? Please consider becoming one of the special volunteers who make it possible for Saint Joseph Parish to pass on the faith to our next generation. If you’d like to volunteer or just want more information, please contact Deacon George Montalvo at 201-261-1144 or at religioused@sjcnj.org

FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK The learned cultural critic and writer Henry Adams, a descendant of the famous family that

gave our nation two of its earliest presidents, was a man of ironic and skeptical inclinations who deeply distrusted the gross materialism he saw so strongly present in American life at the close of the 19th Century. Contrasting its mighty industrial machinery with power of the spiritual order, Adams concluded that

All the steam in the world could not, like the Virgin, build Chartres.

Mary is our foremost example of how the grace of her son can so captivatingly transform life. While she is the pinnacle of Christian sainthood, she also belongs to all of humanity. Rhonda Chervin, a professor of philosophy and one of America’s most talented Catholic authors, became a Consecrated Widow of the Society of Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity after the death of her husband. Marveling at the influence Mary has had even beyond our religion, she has written that

Even non-Catholics are stunned by you. The famous psychologist Carl Jung responded to the proclamation of the dogma of your assumption by insisting that this was the most important event of the 20th Century! In terms of his own symbolic categories, he thought that you were the archetype of the truly feminine: motherly, valiant, and soaring above the evils of our benighted era of masculine power gone berserk. You bring, instead, beauty, comfort, hope.

Ever since the awesome moment when Jesus, from the cross of his saving death, commended Mary to the care of St. John and proclaimed her as John’s mother, and, implicitly, ours as well, Catholics have confidently approached her through prayer and have humbly sought to imitate her goodness. In Rhonda Chervin’s words:

In personal rather than in cosmic terms we chant your mysteries on the rosary in humble supplication that our own lives might be redeemed: the knots of our being untangled; our loved ones brought to the feet of their savior; our dead hidden in the heart of your Son.

During this Sunday’s 9:00 am Mass, the parish’s new first communicants will crown our statue of the Mother of God. This past Saturday, members of the Legion of Mary did so in Mary’s Chapel. And on Monday at 2:00 pm students of Saint Joseph School will lead a third crowning devotion in the main church. It may be many years since there has been a triple crown in the world of horse racing, but we have a far more important one here every May in the form of our grateful rejoicing in the benefits that come our way because of Our Lady.

Msgr. David Hubba

HELP WITH OUR “WALK-IN DINNER” PROGRAM AT HACKENSACK SHELTER—JUNE 2

On Tuesday, June 2, Saint Joseph Social Concerns Committee will be preparing and serving a hot dinner for approximately 130 people in need at the Bergen County Housing, Health & Human Services Shelter on River Street in Hackensack. If you would like to be a part of this by helping to prepare and/or serve the dinner or by making a donation to help cover the cost, it will certainly be appreciated! “I was hungry and you gave me to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me drink….” Matt. 25:35 God blesses us through the people we serve. To make a donation, please make the check payable to Saint Joseph Church and mark it: “Walk-In Food Program.” Drop it off or mail it to the Parish Office/Rectory at 105 Harrison Street, New Milford, NJ 07646. For more information, call Joan at 201-265-5823.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION FALL REGISTRATION — DUE JUNE 15

Registration forms for Fall 2015 have been emailed to all registered families. Please complete and return your form by June 15 so that your child will be assured of a seat in class. Call 201-261-1144 with any questions.

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2015 Confirmandi Congratulations to the 104 newly confirmed young people who were sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit at Saint Joseph Church on May 8-9, 2015. “Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of these faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love.”

Salvatore Emilio Albanese Michael Victor Aparri Sophia Rose Artusa Ali John Ayoub Vanessa Ann Bell Aprile Cid Bertomo Kristen Nicole Bevacqua Gianna Addison Bossone Elizabeth Joy Braun Noelani Maria Bonomo Kenneth Anthony Callaghan Kaitlyn Rose Carberry Kristen Grace Carolan Shannon Rae Christensen Danielle Sales Claros John Patrick Concannon Kayley Patricia Coss y Leon Nicholas Patrick Cavo Brian Joseph Cox Joseph Anthony Criscuolo Anthony Charles Dargis Emily DeLorenzo Caitlyn Elizabeth Devine Sebastian Ulysses Diaz Julia Katherine DiBenedetto Matthew Peter DiBenedetto Matthew James Doran Sophia Adelaide Doyle Michelle Kathryn Eckert Kevin Grant Erban Juliana Esoldi Kyle Stephen Finkel Shannon Clare Fowler Sarah Rose Galucci Katelyn Elizabeth Gillies

Richard William Gneiding Ian Kevir Gomez Conor Patrick Harte Brianna Kennedy Hay Ryan Cassidy Heiser Veronica Holly Jaochico Zachary Matthew Kay Maeve Brighid Kelly Nicholas Joseph Klein Daniel Patrick Lennox Mary Bernadette Lombardi James Anthony Lucinese Victoria Rose Magliula Christopher James Magner Alexander Timothy Malone Christina Nicole Mari Kenneth Marino Katerina Raquel Martillo Camila Martinez Fiona Marie Matthews Chenoa Malaya Matulac Cunningham Andrew Paul Mayer Lillian Mary McGough Julie Anne McGovern Jack Xavier McGrinder Caitline McLaughlin (Saint Peter the Apostle Parish)

Jerolyne Meregildo Stephen Joseph Mills Andrew Michael Moran Jessica Morgan Moskal Sophia Rose Mottola Mikayla Carol Nagle Michael Vincent Nobile Kyra Leigh Norman

Rebecca Christina Perez Sophia Rose Perez

Jennie Rose Perrone Jessica Perrone Ryan Martin Picinic Joseph Preston Prendergast Danielle Renee Prisendorf Thomas Patrick Quinn Liam Michael Reilly Alexander Mark Rivera Michael Angelo Rizik Laura Nicole Rizik Thomas Alexander Robalino Emily Jacey Robertson Isabella E. Rosenkranz Tyler John Russell Ryan Elizabeth Sargenti Sophia Margaret Scelzo Eve Mireille Schoenberg Julia Lynn Scipioni Michael Vito Serrano Andrea Regina Silva Andrew John Sklavounos Nigel John Soler Daniel Patrick Stewart Allison Elizabeth Supino Travis William Talarico Stephen Michael Tan Noah Stephen Tetro Brenna Catherine Tracy Julia Anne Tracy Vincent John Tricarico, Jr. Olivia Marie Tumino Christopher ErnestVerrico John James Wapelhorst

A TREAT FOR MUSIC LOVERS —JUNE 5

Come hear conductor Matthew Savery(son-in-law of parish members Maria and Bob Viscardi) and internationally known guest violinist Alexander

Markov perform Vivaldi’s “Four Seasons” and Tchaikovsky’s “Serenade for Strings” at New York City’s Carnegie Hall on June 5 at 8:00 pm. Tickets are available at the Box Office (57th Street and 7th Avenue) or online at

carnegiehall.org

OUR PARISH “DAY OF SERVICE”

PLANNING MEETING—MAY 19 Our next Parish Day of Service is scheduled for October 17, 2015. If you would like to help our parish and make a difference in the community, please come to the planning session on Tuesday, May 19 at 7:30 pm in the lower school library. We are looking for your ideas for new service projects. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend!

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To advertise in our bulletin, contact Tim Demski at 1-800-888-4574 ext. 3434 or at TDemski@4LPi.com

“SERVING GOD AND COUNTRY” —A MEMORIAL DAY SALUTE

TO OUR HEROES —MAY 25

Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Newark will once again join with approximately 1,000 other Catholic cemeteries nationwide to celebrate “Serving God and Country: A Memorial Day Salute to our Heroes.” With that in mind, Memorial Day Mass celebrations will be held on Monday, May 25 at 11:00 am in the following cemeteries (with the main celebrants as listed): Most Reverend John J. Myers at Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington, NJ Most Reverend Bernard A. Hebda at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, East Hanover, NJ Reverend Monsignor Thomas P. Nydegger at Maryrest Cemetery, Mahwah, NJ Most Reverend Manuel A. Cruz at Saint Gertrude Cemetery, Colonia, NJ Most Reverend Thomas A. Donato at Holy Name Cemetery, Jersey City, NJ Most Reverend John W. Flesey at Christ the King Cemetery, Franklin Lakes, NJ Reverend Philip J. Waters at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, East Orange, NJ

PILGRIMAGE TO SPAIN & PORTUGAL —OCTOBER 12-21

Join Fr. Roy Regaspi on a 10-day pilgrimage to Portugal and Spain to celebrate the 500th anniversary of the birth of St. Teresa of Avila. In addition to visiting the medieval city of Avila, the

church where St. Teresa had frequent visions and the convent that contains her relics, pilgrims will also spend time at Fatima and the Shrine of Our Lady where three local shepherd children saw the Virgin Mary. As Fr. Roy tells us: “Our pilgrimage through Portugal and Spain offers an invitation to look at Faith in Christ through the eyes of mystics and great saints. St. Teresa’s intimate encounters with God offer a challenge to everyone—to see with the eyes of faith and then act courageously. The experience at Fatima and beyond will offer moments of healing in mind, body and spirit.” Departing from Newark, the pilgrimage will travel from Lisbon to Santarem and Fatima (and the Shrine of Fatima), to Alba de Tormes (the burial place of St. Teresa), to Salamanca (“the Golden City”) and Avila, then to Madrid (and the famous Prado Museum), El Escorial (built as King Philip I’s residence, which now serves as a monastery, royal palace, museum and school), and ending at Toledo (the ancient capital that so inspired the famous artist El Greco). For more information, see flyers in the church literature racks or contact Tour Director Buddy S. Deauna at 201-501-8388 or by email at budstravel@gmail.com

HOW TO REPORT ABUSE The Archdiocese takes very seriously any and all allegations of sexual misconduct by members of the clergy, Religious and lay staff of the Archdiocese. We encourage anyone with knowledge of such to inform us immediately so that we may take appropriate action to protect others and provide support to any victim. Individuals who wish to report an allegation may do so by calling the Archdiocesan Office of Child and Youth Protection at 201-407-3256.

MINISTRY OF MOTHERHOOD MONTHLY MEETING—MAY 27

“DRAWING STRENGTH FROM OUR BLESSED MOTHER”

Ministry of Motherhood invites mothers of all ages and stages to our monthly Evening of Prayer on Wednesday, May 27 from 7:30-9:00 pm at the

Parish Life Center on Grove Street (behind the lower school). If you are a busy mom with little time to nourish your spiritual life, come relax, reflect, and enjoy a wonderful and prayerful evening out!

We will be reflecting on ways our Blessed Mother can help us in our role as mothers.

Light refreshments, coffee and tea will be served. Any questions, email us at ministryofmotherhoodsjc@gmail.com or call Maureen Hunt at 908-770-2969 or Jean Tenaglia at 201-261-0595. Newcomers are always welcome!

BERGEN CATHOLIC’S VOCAL ENSEMBLE

HERE AT SAINT JOSEPH

—MAY 27 The Bergen Catholic Men’s Vocal Ensemble will present its

annual Spring Concert at Saint Joseph Church on Wednesday, May 27 at 7:30 pm. Please join us for an evening of wonderful Choral Music as well as solo selections by the talented young men of Bergen Catholic High School. There is no charge.

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