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Visit our website at www.stpaulcnj.org Year of Mercy November 20th, 2016
ST. PAUL ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH MANY CULTURES, MANY COUNTRIES, MANY LANGUAGES IN ONE BODY: ST. PAUL’S FAMILY
TODAY’S GOSPEL The rulers sneered at Jesus and said, “He saved others, let him save himself if he is the chosen one, the Christ of God.” Even the soldiers jeered at him. As they approached to offer him wine they called out, “If you are King of the Jews, save yourself.” Above him there was an inscription that read, “This is the King of the Jews.” Now one of the criminals hanging there reviled Jesus, saying, “Are you not the Christ? Save yourself and us.” The other, however, rebuking him, said in reply, “Have you no fear of God, for you are subject to the same condemnation? And indeed, we have been condemned justly, for the sentence we received corresponds to our crimes, but this man has done nothing criminal.”
EL EVANGELIO DE HOY El pueblo permanecía allí y miraba. Sus jefes, burlándose, decían: "Ha salvado a otros: ¡que se salve a sí mismo, si es el Mesías de Dios, el Elegido!". También los soldados se burlaban de él y, acercándose para ofrecerle vinagre, le decían: "Si eres el rey de los judíos, ¡sálvate a ti mismo!". Sobre su cabeza había una inscripción: "Este es el rey de los judíos". Uno de los malhechores crucificados lo insultaba, diciendo: "¿No eres tú el Mesías? Sálvate a ti mismo y a nosotros". Pero el otro lo increpaba, diciéndole: "¿No tienes temor de Dios, tú que sufres la misma pena que él? Nosotros la sufrimos justamente, porque pagamos nuestras culpas, pero él no ha hecho nada malo".
MASS SCHEDULE Saturday: 5:30pm Sunday: 7:30am, 9:30am, 11:30am, and 1:00pm (Spanish) Weekdays: 8:00am Mass is celebrated in the St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta Chapel in the Parish House. Holy Days: 8:00am and 7:30pm Confessions: Saturdays from 4:15pm-5:00pm
DEVOTIONS Novena in Honor of the Immaculate Conception: Monday after the 8:00am Mass. Chaplet of Divine Mercy: Wednesdays after the 8:00am Mass. Mass and Novena for Our Mother of Perpetual Help: Wednesday at 7:30pm in the Church and gathering every 3rd Wednesday of the month. (Parish Hall) Prayer for Vocations: Friday after the 8:00am Mass. Eucharistic Adoration: First Friday of the month from 8:30am to 6:00pm.
PARISH OFFICE Pastor: Fr. Leonardo Jaramillo, Ph.D. Address: 231 Second Street Clifton, NJ 07011 Office Hours : 9:00am to 3:00pm. Closed for lunch from 12:00pm to 1:00pm Phone: (973) 340-1300 ***Fax: (973) 340-2083 E-mail: stpaulchurchcnj@verizo
SERVED BY Pastor…………....Rev. Leonardo Jaramillo Ph.D …………....Ext 13 Deacon ……..………………….……................................Joseph A. Puskas Deacon, D.R.E…………..…...…………….…….................Héctor Casillas D.R.E Assistant…………………..…..….Kathy Militello….….....Ext 11 Youth Ministry…………………..........Camilo and Luisa Betancourt Secretary…….…….......................................Sonia Almonte…….Ext 10 Bookkeeper.……...……….…….............Mildred López.……..…Ext 12 Volunteer Psychologist………………….…………..……....Ingrid Díaz Credentials: MA, MSW, LCSW, Ph.D. Music Minister ……………….......…...............................John Portscher Cantor……………………..………….....……................Valerie Bernhardt Family Choir……………….…………..….….................Tony and Ida Uri Spanish Choir…………….…..….....….......Luis and Esperanza Pérez Saxophonist …………...…..…..………..…...…….....…....……. José Parra Trustee.………………………..…................….....................James Anzaldi Trustee …………………………....................................Raymond Cramer
Members of our staff are fluent in English & Spanish
OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE NOVEMBER 20TH, 2016
Luke 23:35-43
PARISH OFFICE Address: 231 Second Street Clifton, NJ 07011 Office Hours: 9:00am to 3:00pm Closed for Lunch 12:00pm to 1:00pm Phone: (973) 340-1300 Fax: (973) 340-2083 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.stpaulcnj.org Pastor: Fr. Leonardo Jaramillo, Ph.D.
MASS OF NATIONS SOLEMNITY OF
OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE
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SACRAMENTAL LIFE AT ST. PAUL
BAPTISM: Baptisms in English are celebrated every 2nd Saturday of the month at 1:00pm and 2nd Sunday during Mass at 9:30 and 11:30am. Baptisms in Spanish are celebrated every 4th Saturday of the month at 1:00pm and 4th Sunday at 1:00pm (Spanish Mass). Parents and Godparents are required to attend one Baptismal Preparation Class, if Godparents are not registered parishioners in St. Paul Church, they must bring a sponsor Letter from their parish. First requirement is that the parents must bring an original birth certificate when meeting with Fr. Leonardo to schedule a Baptism.
RECONCILIATION: The sacrament of Reconciliation is celebrated every Saturday from 4:15pm to 5:00pm in the Church. Personal appointments may be made by contacting the parish office. MARRIAGE: The sacrament of matrimony is celebrated Friday from 1:00pm to 4:00pm, Saturday from 1:00pm to 3:00pm and Sunday from 3:30pm to 5:00pm. We must be contacted one year prior to the date of the wedding. In your initial meeting with Fr. Leonardo couples must bring the following documents: updated Baptismal, First Communion, and Confirmation certificate. SACRAMENT OF THE SICK: The sacrament of the sick is celebrated during the 5:30pm Mass on Saturday. If you wish to be anointed during the 5:30pm Mass, or if you prefer other arrangements, please contact the parish office. In cases of illness, please notify us if you or a family member would like to receive Holy Communion at home. The pastor visits the sick twice a month. Please notify the Parish Office at 973-340-1300. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: The Religious Education Program provides religious formation and sacramental preparation for children of our parish in Grades 1 through 11. For more information contact our Parish Office. RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION (RCIA) FOR ADULTS: A process of Liturgical and Spiritual formation for those seeking to receive the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. For more information contact our Parish Office.
BAUTISMO: En Inglés el segundo Sábado del mes a la 1:00pm y el segundo Domingo durante las Misas de 9:30am y 11:30am. En Español celebramos el Bautismo el cuarto Sábado del mes a la 1:00pm y el cuarto Domingo a la 1:00pm dentro de la Eucaristía. Es un requisito que Padres y Padrinos asistan a una clase de Preparación Bautismal antes de celebrar este Sacramento, si los Padrinos no están registrados como miembros de la Parroquia de San Pablo, deben traer una carta en la que indique que ellos asisten a Misa o son miembros activos de otra Parroquia. Los padres deben traer el certificado original de nacimiento del niño(a) a la primera cita con el Padre Leonardo.
CONFESIONES: El Sacramento de la Reconciliación o Confesión es celebrado todos los sábados de 4:15pm hasta las 5:00pm en la Iglesia. Si desea una cita personal con el Sacerdote, por favor llamar a la oficina. MATRIMONIO: El Sacramento del Matrimonio es celebrado Viernes de 1:00pm hasta las 4:00pm; Sábados de 1:00pm a las 3:00pm y Domingos de 3:30pm a 5:00pm. Los documentos que deben traer son: Certificado original de Bautismo, Primera Comunión y Confirmación. Las parejas de novios deben empezar a prepararse con un año de anterioridad. Para mayor información, por favor ponerse en contacto con el Padre Leonardo in la Oficina Parroquial. UNCIÓN DE LOS ENFERMOS: El Sacramento de la Unción de los enfermos es celebrado durante la Misa de 5:30pm el día Sábado. Si usted desea ser ungido durante esta Misa o en otra ocasión por favor póngase en contacto con la Oficina Parroquial.
En caso de una persona enferma, por favor déjele saber a nuestra Parroquia, si usted o un miembro de su familia desean recibir la Santa Comunión en su casa. El Párroco visita a los enfermos dos veces al mes. Por favor, notifique a la Oficina de la Parroquia al 973-340-1300. EDUCACIÓN RELIGIOSA: El Programa de Formación Religiosa ofrece la formación tanto religiosa como la preparación a los Sacramentos para niños y niñas de nuestra Parroquia en los grados 1º al 11º. Para mayor información contacte nuestra oficina Parroquial. RITO DE INICIACIÓN CRISTIANA PARA ADULTOS (RICA): Es un proceso de formación litúrgico y espiritual para aquellos que buscan recibir los Sacramento del Bautismo, Confirmación y Eucaristía. Para mayor información por favor, ponerse en contacto con la Oficina Parroquial.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN GETTING YOUR CHILD
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NEWLY BAPTIZED:
Amelia Leah Flores
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NEWLYWEDS:
Andrey Eduardo Fonseca and Stefanie T. Vargas
Message from our Pastor:
In 1941, President Franklin D. Roosevelt addressed to Congress: “We look forward to a world founded upon four essential human freedoms. The first is Freedom of Speech and Expression, everywhere in the world. The second is Freedom of every person to Worship God in his own way, everywhere in the world. The third is Freedom from Want, everywhere in the world. The fourth is Freedom from Fear, anywhere in the world.”
I hope that this coming Thursday when we share our Thanksgiving meal with loved ones, that we can take a few minutes to think about the Freedoms that we take for granted and thank God that we are fortunate to be able to enjoy them.
I am Thankful… I can walk. There are those who have never taken their first step. I am Thankful… I can see the beauty all around me. There are those whose world is always dark. I am Thankful… I can hear music playing. There are those who entire life has been spent in silence. I am Thankful… My heart can be broken. There are those who are so hardened they cannot be touched. I am Thankful… I can move about freely and express my beliefs. There are those who live in constant fear. I am Thankful… I have been loved. There are those for whom no one has ever cared. I am Thankful… I can work. There are those who have to depend on others for their most basic needs. I am Thankful… For the opportunity to help others. There are those who have not been so abundantly blessed as I. I am Thankful… For being part of the loving community of Saint Paul Church. There are those who are outcasts and are left without the gift of community. May God Bless you.
Fr. Leonardo Jaramillo, Ph.D
Mensaje de nuestro Pastor:
En el 1941, el Presidente Franklin D. Roosevelt se dirigió al Congreso diciéndoles: “El mundo ha sido creado sobre cuatro esenciales libertades: La primera es la Liberad de Hablar y de Expresión, en todos los rincones del mundo. La secunda es la Libertad que las personas tienen de Alabar y Rendir culto a Dios en diferente maneras, en todos los rincones del mundo. La tercera libertad es la Libertad a Desear, en todos los rincones del mundo y la cuarta es la Libertad a estar Libre del Miedo.
Espero que este próximo Jueves cuando compartimos nuestra cena de Acción de Gracias con nuestros seres queridos, que podamos tomar unos minutos para reflexionar en las libertades que poseemos y dar gracias a Dios por lo afortunados que somos de poder disfrutar de ellos.
Doy gracias porque puedo caminar. Hay quienes nunca no han podido dar su primer paso. Doy gracias porque puedo ver la belleza que me rodea. Hay quienes viven en un mundo de oscuridad. Doy gracias porque puedo oír la música. Hay quienes han pasado la vida en el silencio. Doy gracias porque mi corazón se rompe. Hay quienes no les palpita el corazón. Doy gracias porque puedo expresarme libremente. Hay quienes viven con un miedo constante. Doy gracias porque he sido amado. Hay quienes no han tenido a alguien a quien le importe. Doy gracias porque puedo trabajar. Hay quienes tienen que depender de otros para sus necesidades básicas. Doy gracias porque tengo la oportunidad de ayudar a otros. Hay quienes que no han sido tan bendecidos como yo. Doy gracias por tener la fortuna de pertenecer a esta comunidad linda de San Pablo. Hay quienes son marginados y se quedan sin el regalo de la comunidad. Que Dios los bendiga.
Padre Leonardo Jaramillo, Ph.D.
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SATURDAY, November 19, 2016 8:00am: **Asking God’s protection for Seth Ramkissoon, who is going to the Air Force** 5:30pm: Joe, Stasi and Janice Snyder, Enrico and Clara Bemonti
SUNDAY, November 20, 2016 Mass of Nations Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe 7:30am: Edmund Kopacz, Jennifer Almodovar, Martin Paulitska, George Gerardi, Helen Loden **In Thanksgiving for Luz Ortiz on her Birthday** 9:30am: Vincent E. Gallo (1st Ann), Faustino Urbano, Barbara Webber, Oscar Huamani (1st Ann), 11:30am: St. Paul Parishioners 1:00pm: **NO SPANISH MASS**
MONDAY, November 21, 2016 The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary 8:00am: Ruth Worhach, Laura Eromenok
TUESDAY, November 22, 2016 Saint Cecilia, Virgin and Martyr 8:00am: **In Thanksgiving for Tony and Ida Uri on their 24th Wedding Anniversary**
WEDNESDAY, November 23, 2016 In Chapel Saint Clement I, Pope and Martyr; Saint Columbian, Abbot; Blessed Miguel Agustin Pro, Priest and Martyr 8:00am: George Gerardi 7:30pm: Miguel Ramirez (1st Ann)
THURSDAY, November 24, 2016 In Church Thanksgiving Day Saint Andrew Dung-Lac, Priest and Companions, Martyrs 9:00am: St. Paul Parishioners, Faustino Urbano, Carlos Rodas,
FRIDAY, November 25, 2016 Saint Catherine of Alexandria, Virgin and Martyr 8:00am: George Gerardi
SATURDAY, November 26, 2016 8:00am:**In Thanksgiving for the health of Joanne Vidal** 5:30pm: Rosa and Gioacchino Anile, Vito and Antonina Sgroi, Dorothy Puskas, Calogero Mistretta (5th Ann)
SUNDAY, November 27, 2016 First Sunday of Advent 7:30am: Herbert and Cecelia Darragh, Jennifer Almodovar, George Gerardi, 9:30am: Joseph E. Wolak, Maria Klettlinger, Casandra Brincka, John Coman (1st Ann), 11:30am: Carrie DeMari, Fe Wakaary, Helen Loden 1:00pm: Carlos Rodas, Maria Elvia Acosta de Rodas
The Sanctuary Lamp will be lit in Memory of... St. Paul Church Parishioners Host and Wine is offered in Memory of... St. Paul Church Parishioners The Candles on the Main Altar are in Memory of... St. Paul Church Parishioners The Flowers on the Main Altar are in Memory of ... St. Paul Church Parishioners The Blue Candle on Mary’s Altar will be lit in Memory of … St. Paul Church Parishioners The flowers on Mary’s Altar are in Memory of… St. Paul Church Parishioners
READINGS FOR THIS WEEK Monday: Revelation 14:1-3, 4b-5; Psalm 24:1bc-2, 3-4ab, 5-6; Luke 21:1-4 Tuesday: Revelation 14:14-19; Psalm 96:10, 11-12, 13; Luke 21:5-11 Wednesday: Revelation 15:1-4; Psalm 98:1, 2-3ab, 7-8, 9; Luke 21:12-19 Thursday: Revelation 18:1-2, 21-23; 19:1-3, 9a; Psalm 100:1b-2, 3, 4, 5; Luke 21:20-28 Friday: Revelation 20:1-4, 11—21:2; Psalm 84:3, 4, 5-6a and 8a; Luke 21:29-33 Saturday: Revelation 22:1-7; Psalm 95:1-2, 3-5, 6-7ab; Luke 21:34-36 Sunday: Isaiah 2:1-5; Psalm 122: 1-2, 3-4, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9; Romans 13:11-14; Matthew 24:37-44
NOVEMBER ENVELOPE SCHEDULE
GOD’S PLAN FOR GIVING: COLLECTION FOR NOVEMBER 13th, 2016
Please notify an usher if the Mass you are attending is in memory of a friend of family member, and you will like to bring the Gifts to the Altar in the Offertory Procession.
11/20 Weekly 11/27 Weekly 11/20 Maint. & Repairs 11/27 Military Services 11/24 Thanksgiving Offering
Memorials This Weekend 19th, 20th
MT 21:33-43
MT 14:22-33
MT 13:24-43
Regular Collection $ 5,399.00 Young Children’s $ 29.00 Novena $ 78.00 Total $ 5,506.00
“In every way I have shown you that by hard work of that sort we must help the weak, and keep in mind the words of the Lord Jesus who himself said, “It is more
blessed to give than to receive.” (Acts 20:35) Thank you for your generosity!
(IF ANYONE IS INTERESTED IN A MASS INTENTION FOR A
LOVED ONE PLEASE CALL OUR PARISH OFFICE)
AN INVITATION TO OUR PARISH COMMUNITY St. Paul Church would like to invite its loving and dedicated parishioners to include St. Paul Church in their last Will and Testament as an act of loving kindness, gratitude and service to our parish community for years to come. St. Paul Church is open to receive the blessings given by its parish community and is grateful for your generosity. May God bless you always.
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C A T H O L I C
H U M O R
ST. PAUL CHURCH YOUTH MINISTRY Our next youth ministry meeting will be on Wednesday, November 30th at 6:45pm in the Mother Cabrini Center. We welcome all the youth of our parish to come and join us and bring a friend!
COMMUNITY PRAYERS PRAYERS FOR FIREFIGHTERS, POLICEMEN, AND
THOSE SERVING IN THE MILITARY may they be strengthened by knowing that Jesus Christ is with them always especially; Douglas Aquino, Kevin Aquino, Christopher McQuade, Matthew Mulick, Jeremy Brubaker, Matthew Valderama, Joseph Puskas II, Samantha Eromenok, Brian Eromenok, Erin Kidd, Kevin Fitzpatrick, Joseph Belfi, Fernando Rodriguez, Juan Perdomo, Anais Calderon, Christopher Calderon, Stephen Prandy, Lorenzo Urbano, Joseph Domicolo, Jake Castro, Marci Mann, Christopher & Matthew Molino, Carlos & Patricio Archila, Steven Green, Jose Carrero, Tom Scangarello Jr., Javier Cruz, William Fernandez, Rudy Ruiz, Wesley Delgado, Michael Genchi, Christopher Ashey, and William Fernandez. May they be comforted by our continual prayers for their safety. Let us pray to the Lord.
PRAYERS FOR THE SICK We especially pray for the sick who are suffering in our parish community: Cathy Scyncik, Andrew Sussman, Agnes Espinas, Lucile
Paradiso, Roseanne Rocasanta, Dennis Asti, Margaret Bernhardt, Cathy Telofski, Elizabeth DaCunha, Sofia Hichez, Giovanna Miceli, Frank Messina, Marilyn Mays, Marina Regino, Catherine Murphy, Vinny Wilson, Linda Cotroneo, Angela Kelly, James Blakemore, Katie Mamay, Clare Messina, Carlos Saldarriaga, Vincent Lodato,
Francisca Maldonado, Mathew Rinkerman, Maria Graceus, Gene Iler, Florence Rinkerman, Jackie Pou, Debra David, Felicia La Bozette, Erin Kenney, Robert Clark, Ladonna Ackerman, Richard Murray, Gloria Cruzado, Tom Felipe, Anne Marie Gitin, George Vlases, Rosemary Cinderella, Carlos Rodriguez, Ryan Halupka, Flor Angela Garzon, Sara Hernandez, Sharon Golembiewski, Marie Marranzino, Wayne Carbona, Isabel Azona, George Gerardi, Jorge Vallejo, Marc Gallichio, Ruth Vargas, Ana Ortiz, Helen Loden, Margie Schwieghardt, Ruben Diaz, Alma Dickinson, Maria Van Dorn, Evelyn Mack, Ellen DeLosh, Gerry Meola, Lijia Salinas, Celina DeGraaf, Lewis Morgan, James Scangarello, Jim Webber and Eugene Jurewicz. Let us pray to the Lord.
We pray especially for those that recently passed away in our Parish: Alejandrino Oyola, Victoria Veras, John Portscher Sr., Maria Lalama, Michael Hetzer, Michael Corradino, George Gerardi and Helen Loden.
GOSPEL REFLECTION
Throughout Jewish history it was traditional for Jews to demonstrate repentance through washing ceremonies. John the Baptist was preaching repentance for the coming of God's reign. His baptism may have been related to the purifying washings of the Essenes at Qumran near the
was God's anointed one. John answered that his baptism was only a preparation for "one mightier" who would aptize with "the Holy Spirit and fire" (v 16). Although
Jesus had no need of repentance, he entered the murky waters where the people had been baptized, thereby uniting himself with sinful humanity. The baptism of Jesus was another "epiphany," or manifestation of the divine presence. While Jesus was praying, the Spirit descended upon him, and God's voice was heard confirming Jesus as the "beloved Son" (v.22). On Calvary, Jesus would undergo a baptism of fire that would bring salvation to the whole world (Lk 12:49-50). This transforming fire would be poured out on the Church at Pentecost (Acts 2:1-4).
PARISH MINISTRY “As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace.” 1 Peter 4:10
LIFE’S
LITTLE
INSTRUCTI
ON BOOK
After the death of Saul, Israel’s first king, the southern tribes accepted David as king while the northern tribes, known as Israel, refused to accept him for more than seven years. Today’s first reading narrates their ultimate acceptance of David when the “elders of Israel” and David “made a covenant” (5:3). David’s reign is the beginning of a dynasty that will rule in Jerusalem for over four centuries. After the monarchy ceased, biblical Israel looked to the future with the expectation that God would reestablish his rule with a descendant of David.
the future with the expectation that God would reestablish his rule with a descendant of David. For us as Christians, this hope is fulfilled in Jesus.
The letter to the Colossians, thought to have been written by Paul while he was in prison, presents us with an early hymn concerned with Jesus’ identity. As “the image of the invisible God” (1:15), we are told, “all things were created through him and for him” (v.16). As “head of the body, the church” (v.18) Christ has “made peace by the blood of his cross” (v.18), reconciling us to God.
A king dying on the cross is not what the world would expect but that is how our king saved us. Though the inscription announced Jesus as “the king of the Jews” (23:38), the witnesses to his execution mocked him as a false king. Only one person is presented as recognizing Jesus’ true identity, the “good thief” who pleads with Jesus, “Remember me when you come into your kingdom” (v.42). And Jesus, whose death means life, promises him a place “in Paradise” (v.43). For Reflection: Do you recognize Jesus Christ as your King and Lord? How can I better serve my king with my life?
CATHOLIC HUMOR
Thanksgiving is coming.
1. Never admit at work that you’re tired, angry or bored.
2. Don’t make the same mistake twice.
3. Save ten percent of what you earn.
4. Never discuss money with people who have much more or much less than you.
5. Never buy something you don’t
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RELIGIOUS
EDU
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
CALENDAR OF EVENTS ST. PAUL CHURCH LEISURE CLUB UPCOMING EVENTS:
*Sands Casino trip Thursday, December 1st, Cost is $30 per person. Get back $20 in slot money and coupon towards food purchase. Bus will leave St. Paul church 10:30a.m. Please call Jane Decker (973) 684-7340 to reserve your seat on the bus. We need at least 40 people for this trip.
*Camp Hope on Monday, December 5th, Price is $13 per person. Bus leaves at 9 a.m. from the front of St. Paul Church. This month's theme is Holiday Party. Trip includes breakfast, lunch of Chicken Marsala, Sausage & Peppers, Pasta Alfredo, Bread, and Ice Cream, Coffee/Tea, Soda. There are games, bingo, raffles and live music. Call Esther Kenney (973)773-2317 for a seat on the bus.
*Next meeting of St Paul Leisure Club is Wednesday, December 14th 1:00pm-3:00pm. An elevator and handicap- accessible bathroom are available. Folks 55 years and over are welcome to join our club. We will have a short business meeting followed by light refreshments and bingo. We have occasional speakers to address us regarding senior relevant topics. Yearly dues are $10 which are collected up until December.
*Leisure Club's Annual Christmas Party Wednesday, December 21st, at The Brownstone House, 12 'til 4 p.m. Tickets are $38 per person and include a wonderful full-course meal, 1-hr open bar, and delightful music by Mr. Peter Lieberman. A bus is available for $1 cash. Bus will leave from St. Paul Church at 11:30. Contact Joe DeLiberto (973) 772-2912 or Lucille Mason (973) 777-8179 for reservations.
*Members or non-members are welcome to sign-up for upcoming trips. If you are interested, please contact Jane Decker 973-684-7340 or Esther Kenney 973-773-2317
MASS AND NOVENA IN HONOR OF OUR MOTHER OF
PERPETUAL HELP 7:30pm (In Chapel)
10 SIGNS OF A SAFE PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN &
YOUTH
1. Screening of staff/ volunteers.
2. Adults trained in safe environment strategies and signs of abuse. 3. Code of conduct enforced.
4. Open Communicat ion between parents and staff/ staff and
children/ children and parents. 5. Parents a lways W elcome. 6. Children educated in right relationship & what to do if a
relationship isn’t right.
7. Al l children treated with Dignity and Respect. 8. Clear Rules and Expectations. Consistent reinforcement /
consequences 9. Adequate supervision of youth. Team approach---accountability---no 1:1 isolation 10. All abuse is reported
NOVEMBER 23RD
NOVEMBER 20TH
NOVEMBER 24TH
DECEMBER 2ND
MASS OF NATIONS FEAST OF OUR LORD JESUS
CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE
Mass at 11:30am (No 1:00pm Spanish Mass)
THANKSGIVING DAY Mass at 9:00am(In Church)
Our Office will be closed and will re-open
Monday, November 28th
DECEMBER 3RD
DECEMBER 8TH
EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
8:30am-6:00pm (In Chapel)
SOLEMNITY OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION OF
THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
Mass at 8:00am and 7:30pm (In Church)
* December 18th, 2016: Spanish Community and Hermandad de la Virgen Del Carmen
* January 29th, 2017: Religious Education
* February 26th, 2017: Youth Ministry and Leisure Club
* March 26th, 2017: Knights of Columbus
* April 23rd, 2017: Geraci Citizen Group
FAMILY MASS HOSTS
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CHRISTMAS PAGEANT
REHEARSAL 9:00am-11:00am (In Church)
THE ROSARY SOCIETY
NEXT MEETING IS TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6TH
at 1:00pm(Parish Hall)
Holiday Luncheon will be served!!
Holiday Luncheon will be served!!
Holiday Luncheon will be served!!
Holiday Luncheon will be served!!
NOVEMBER 29TH
PASTORAL COUNCIL MEETING
7:30pm (In Parish Hall)
NOVEMBER 22ND
ADVENT SCRIPTURE SHARING
7:30pm (In Chapel)
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END OF THE HOLY YEAR OF MERCY December 8, 2015—November 20, 2016
Let’s continue to do “Good Works” throughout our lives.
Corporal Works of Mercy Feed the Hungry, Give Drink to the Thirsty, Clothe the Naked, Shelter the
Homeless, Care for the Sick, Visit the Imprisoned, Bury the Dead
Obras Corporales de Misericordia Dar de comer al hambriento, Dar de beber al sediento, Dar posada al
necesitado, Vestir al desnudo, Visitar al enfermo, Socorrer a los presos, Enterrar a los muertos
Spiritual Works of Mercy
Convert Sinners, Instruct the Ignorant, Advise the Doubtful, Comfort the Sorrowful, Bear Wrongs Patiently, Forgive Injuries,
Pray for the Living and the Dead
Spiritual Works of Mercy
Convert Sinners, Instruct the Ignorant, Advise the Doubtful, Comfort the Sorrowful, Bear Wrongs Patiently, Forgive Injuries, Pray for the Living and the Dead
Obras Espirituales de Misericordia Enseñar al que no sabe, Dar buen consejo al que lo necesita, Corregir al que está en error, Perdonar las injurias,
Consolar al triste, Sufrir con paciencia los defectos de los demás, Rogar a Dios por vivos y difuntos Message from our Pastor:
The Spiritual and Corporal Works of Mercy are charitable actions by which we come to the aid of our neighbor in their spiritual and bodily necessities. It seeks to help alleviate human misery—material deprivation, unjust oppression, physical and psychological illness and death. Such misery is an obvious sign of our inherited human frailty and need for salvation as a consequence of original sin. Everyone is obliged to perform the works of mercy, according to their own ability and the need of their neighbor. It is important to remember that ordinary deeds done every day to relieve the corporal and spiritual needs of others are true works of mercy, if done in the name of Christ.
As this Holy Year of Mercy, declared by Pope Francis, has come to an end, let us remember how the Spiritual and Corporal Works of Mercy should be incorporated as a daily way of living as Disciples of Christ. Mother Teresa once said, “I see Jesus in every human being. Each one of them is Jesus in disguise. I say to myself, this is hungry Jesus; I must feed him. This is sick Jesus. This one has leprosy and gangrene; I must wash him and tend to him. I serve because I love Jesus.”
As members of this beautiful faith community of St Paul’s, let us continue to do “Good Works” throughout our lives. May God bless you. Fr. Leonardo Jaramillo, Ph.D.
Mensaje de nuestro Pastor: Las obras Espirituales y Corporales de la Misericordia son acciones caritativas con las que ayudamos al prójimo en sus necesidades espirituales y corporales. Se trata de ayudar y aliviar la miseria humana en aquellos que sufren de la privación material, opresión injusta, enfermedades físicas y psicológicas, como también la muerte de un ser querido. Tal miseria es un signo evidente de nuestra fragilidad humana y la necesidad de salvación como consecuencia del pecado original. Todos estamos obligado a realizar las obras de misericordia, según nuestra propia capacidad y la necesidad del prójimo. Es importante recordar que obras hechas todos los días para aliviar las necesidades corporales y espirituales de los demás son verdaderas obras de misericordia, siempre y cuando lo hagamos en el nombre de Cristo.
Aunque ha llegado a su fin este año de la Misericordia, tal como lo declaró el Papa Francisco, debemos recordar que las obras Espirituales y Corporales de la Misericordia, se deben incorporar en nuestra vida cotidiana como una forma diaria de vivir como discípulos de Cristo. Madre Teresa, una vez dijo: "Veo a Jesús en cada ser humano. Cada uno de ellos es Jesús disfrazado. Me digo, que este es Jesús hambriento, debo alimentarlo. Se trata de Jesús enfermo. Éste tiene la lepra y la gangrena, debo lavarlo y atenderlo. Yo sirvo porque amo a Jesús".
Como miembros de esta hermosa comunidad de San Pablo, vamos a seguir haciendo "Buenas Obras" a lo largo de nuestras vidas. Dios los bendiga. Padre Leonardo Jaramillo, Ph.D.
Visit our website at www.stpaulcnj.org Year of Mercy November 20th, 2016
“A Time to Heal, to Help, to
Forgive.”
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Thank you for your generosity!
January
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DEDICATION AND HONORARY RESURRECTION WALL
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LIFE’S LITTLE INSTRUCTION BOOK 1. Learn to play a musical instrument. 2. Sing in the shower. 3. Use the good silver. 4. Learn to make great chili. 5. Plant flowers every Spring. 6. Own a great stereo system. 7. Be the first to say “Hello.” 8. Live beneath your means. 9. Buy great books, even if
you never read them.
2016 BISHOP’S ANNUAL APPEAL
CAMPAÑA ANNUAL DEL OBISPO 2016
they are also supported by you since Appeal Funds are used to help meet the cost of priestly formation and education. Please be generous as possible to this 2016 Appeal. For your convenience, you can make an online gift or pledge at www.2016appeal.org and follow the instructions. Whether it is a pledge, a one-time gift or an on-line donation, your support is most welcome and
This past May, after years of study, ten men were ordained to the priesthood for our Diocese. As they prepared for their vocation, they were supported by family and friends. When you make a pledge to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal, they are also
HOT CHOCOLATE AND PANETTONE!!! CHOCOLATADA AND PANETTONE!!!
Sunday, December 18th From 11:30am -3:00pm
(Parish Hall)
Everyone is invited! Todos están invitados! This event is sponsored by the Our Lady of Mount Carmel Brotherhood. *Este evento es patrocinado por la Hermandad de la Virgen del Carmen
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CHRISTMAS PAGEANT
Sunday, December 18th, 2016 during the 11:30am Mass
(In Church)
Come and see our children in the Religious Education program enact the First Christmas.
“Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His love endures forever.”—Psalm 118:1
“Den gracias al Señor, porque Él es bueno; su gran amor perdura para siempre.” —Salmo 118:1
On behalf of St. Paul Church Staff and our Pastor, Fr. Leonardo. We hope you have a beautiful and blessed
Thanksgiving with family and friends!
ADVENT SCRIPTURE SHARING
ST. PAUL CHURCH INVITES EVERYONE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE BIBLE SESSIONS
ON TUESDAYS IN THE ST. MOTHER TERESA OF CALCUTTA
CHAPEL AT 7:30pm
Please call the Parish office to register for the sessions.
Bring your Bible. Please call the Parish office to
register for the sessions.
Almighty and Everlasting God, through your beloved son, King of the whole world, You have willed to restore all things anew; grant in your mercy that all the families of nations, held apart by the wound of sin, may be subjected to His most gentle rule. We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever.
Amen.
PRAYER TO OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE
SAINT PAUL ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION AND ALL PARISHIONERS THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE
PLEASE HELP US PROVIDE FOOD FOR OUR LOCAL FOOD PANTRIES
* 10-12 pound Turkeys (Please deliver to the Parish House no later than November 21st)
* Boxed Stuffing and Packaged Bread Crumbs
* Mac and Cheese
* Canned Food Items (Soups, Fruit, Vegetables, Beans, Yams, Tomatoes, etc)
* Dessert Box (example: Jell-O Pudding, Cookies, Pumpkin Pie)
* 1-2 pounds of Pasta
* Small Bag of Rice
Please make sure all your donations are not expired.
“For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, a stranger and you welcomed me…”
-Matthew 25:35
Family Choir Come join the Family Choir as we worship and enhance the Family Mass Liturgy! The choir is made up of volunteers of all ages (children and adults) who are dedicated, committed to serving, and are fun-loving. All levels of singing are welcome from beginner to advanced. Practices are held Sunday afternoon from 2:30-3:30 p.m. in the Mother Cabrini Center, 97 Washington Ave., Clifton, NJ. The choir sings once a month at the Sunday 11:30 a.m. Family Mass Liturgy from September-April, as well as at the Christmas Concert, and other special events held throughout the year.
Do you play an instrument?
If you play an instrument of any type and would like to share your talents, please join the music ministry.
If you are interested in joining or would like to find out more information, you can send an e-mail to an address listed below, or stop by the Mother Cabrini Center any Sunday at 2:30 p.m. and check it out.
Music Director and Coordinators Tony Uri – [email protected]
Ida Uri – [email protected] Parish Office: Sonia – [email protected]
THANKSGIVING MASS
“GRATEFUL TO GOD IN THANKSGIVING FOR THE BLESSINGS WE HAVE RECEIVED”
WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN US IN A
THANKSGIVING EUCHARISTIC CELEBRATION AT SAINT PAUL CHURCH ON
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 24TH 2016 AT 9:00am
Freedom of Speech
Freedom of Want
Freedom of Worship
Freedom from Fear
NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY
ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 31st, 2016 7:00pm-2:00am (Parish Hall)
SAY GOODBYE TO 2016 AND WELCOME 2017
Donation: Adults: $45.00 Children 4 yrs.—12 yrs.: $20.00
****Call our Parish Office for tickets****
B.Y.O.B.