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Our Lady of the Valley Church
973-694-4585
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Saturdays 4:00-4:30pm
Sacraments of Baptism,
Marriage & Personal
Appointments
Please call the Parish Office
Schedule of Masses
Weekdays
Monday - Saturday 7:30am
Weekends
Saturday: 5:00pm
Sunday: 8:00am, 10:00am
and 12:00 Noon
“The Church is Holy, not just because all are welcome.
The Church is Holy, because all belong.”
Timothy M. Matovina
University of Notre Dame
(paraphrased by Pope Francis at General Audience)
October 14, 2018
630 Valley Ro
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ne - New
Jersey
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OUR PARISH IS SERVED BY WEEKLY MASS INTENTIONS
Weekend of October 20 - 21:
Our Lady of the Valley
5:00pm Father Wells
8:00am Father Duberney
10:00am Father Wells
12:00 Noon Father Wells
Holy Cross
5:00pm Father Duberney
10:00am Father Duberney
The 2019 Mass Intention book is now open. Please stop
by the Parish Office if you would like to schedule an
intention for Mass or the Sanctuary Lamp.
THE TWENTY-EIGHTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME – OCTOBER 14, 2018
Rev. Peter VB. Wells, Pastor
973-694-4585, Ext 7246
[email protected]
Rev. Duberney Villamizar, Parochial Vicar
973-694-4585, Ext 7204
[email protected]
Deacon Vincent Cocilovo
[email protected]
Sister Dorothy Dee, SSJ, Pastoral Associate
Adult Formation/Ministry of Consolation
Ext. 7245 - [email protected]
Judi Cocilovo, Director of Faith Formation / Youth
Ext. 7208 - [email protected]
Office of Faith Formation / Youth
Ext. 7248 - [email protected]
Alyson Suchar, Parish Secretary
Ext 7200 - [email protected]
Barbara Mennella Office Assistant
Ext 7203 - [email protected]
John Peragallo III, Director of Music Ministry
[email protected]
Irene Luberto, Parish Financial Administrator
Ext. 7243 - [email protected]
TRUSTEES OF THE PARISH
Marie Armenio
[email protected]
Mark Peischl
[email protected]
Michael Renaldo (Trustee Emeritus)
Weekend Collection: October 7, 2018
Attendance: 642
Weekend Collection: $7,794.50
Candles/Poor: $252.46
WeShare: $2,564.78
Total: $10,611.74
Thank you for your continued generosity!
WEEKEND COLLECTION
PRESIDER SCHEDULE
Sunday, October 14 8:00am Joseph Caputo
Don Casapulla
Thelma Fernicola
Gaetano & Angelina Ferraro
10:00am Isabela Folgar
Patricia Skillen
Ricky Urdaneta
12:00pm Sister Marie Antonelli PF
(Special Intention)
James Gingerella
Diego Repice
Thomas Sica
Tafaro Family
Monday, October 15 7:30am Albert Cocilovo
Irene Kievit
Tuesday, October 16 7:30am Gavin Brady
(Special Intention)
Anthony Trapanese
(Special Intention)
Miraculous Medal Novena to follow Mass on Tuesday
Wednesday, October 17 7:30am Family of Eller
Frank Pavlica, Sr.
Thursday, October 18 7:30pm Matthew Kirkman
(Special Intention)
Friday, October 19 7:30am For the People
5:00pm Doreen Catalano
Anthony Giannini
Raymond Solowski
Shirley Wicks
Sunday, October 21 8:00am Don Casapulla
Barry & Marcia Collins
Robert Gross
Elsie Scelba
10:00am Daniel & Patrick Duggan
Libero Rubbo
Intentions of Past & Present
Scouts of Troop 108
12:00pm Paul Liskay
George Pfleger
Saturday, October 20 7:30am For the People
2019 MASS INTENTION BOOK NOW OPEN
SILVER & GOLD WEDDING ANNIVERSARY MASS
Registration deadline: Monday, October 15.
Couples who were married in 1968 or 1993, the Diocese
of Paterson invites you to celebrate your 25th or 50th
wedding anniversary during a special Mass celebrated by
Bishop Seratelli on Sunday, November 4, at 3:30pm at
the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Paterson.
Arrangements can be made by contacting the parish
office. Once registered, information from the Office of
Family Life will be sent directly to you.
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After his resurrection he told his disciples:
"Go out and teach all nations, baptizing them
in the name of the Father, and of the Son,
and of the Holy Spirit.”
(Rite of Baptism, Blessing of Water)
We congratulate and welcome those who
were baptized last weekend:
Jayson John Thornton
We congratulate those who celebrated
the Sacrament of Marriage last weekend:
Anthony Elwood Romano/Ashley Rose Zampino
“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:
Joseph Brucato Jr., Chris Camp, Louis Caprio,
Ralph Cicetti, Maggie Corley, Kathy Corrao,
Robert Darpino, Flo Felano, Elvia Gerardino,
Ann Giannini, Josephine Ganz, Fran Ivankovic,
Marie Kelly, Edward LaBarre,
Thomas Leonard, Margaret Luniewski,
Mary Maksuta, Rosa Malfa, Jeff Miller,
Gloria Minnocci, Jenny Moskal,
Donna Ottomanelli, Carl Potter,
Michael Renaldo, Roger Rigolli, Norma Rivera,
Juan Pablo Rodriguez, Josephine Rowbotham,
Kristen Sedlacik, Debbie Sleeman,
Patricia Smith, Paul Tafuri, Michael Waldinger,
Selma Will, and George Wilson
Indeed for your faithful, Lord,
life is changed, not ended,
and when this early dwelling turns to dust,
an eternal dwelling is made ready for them in heaven.
(Roman Missal, Preface I for the Dead)
Pray for the Dead:
Nicholas Cestaro
This week the Sanctuary Lamp burns as a reminder of
the Lord’s presence in the Blessed Sacrament and the
bread and wine offered at the Altar, which become the
Body and Blood of Christ, are given in memory of:
Ignatius & Gloria Seminara
From the Seminara Family
WEEKLY REMEMBRANCE
PARISH’S SACRAMENTAL & PRAYER LIFE
On October 20-21, we celebrate Ministry Fair weekend at
Our Lady of the Valley parish.
Tables and sign-up sheets for each ministry and
committee will be in Rugel Hall after all Masses.
There are many talented parishioners in our parish who
would like to participate in the life of the parish. A
representative from each ministry will be available to
answer your questions.
Please take the first step and join us after all Masses next
weekend. Pray about it and “Come to the Fair.”
Coffee andE will be provided.
MINISTRY FAIR: OCTOBER 20-21
SCRIPTURE STUDY
This fall, the Scripture Group will
examine the Book of Genesis. The
study guide is published by Little
Rock Scripture. The group meets
on Tuesdays from 1:00pm-2:30pm
in the Parish Center. All are welcome to join us in
breaking open the Word and sharing thoughts and
reflections. The study began last week. For further
information contact Sister Dorothy at 973-694-4585
x7245 or email [email protected].
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FAITH FORMATION PIZZA NIGHT WITH THE BISHOP
DOMINICAN COLLEGE OPEN HOUSE
Grades 1-8:
Sunday, October 21, 28
November 4, 18, 25
8:30am - 9:45am
10:30am - 11:45am
*Note: Confirmation II
Special Time for this session only
We appreciate all students arriving on time for class.
Grades 5-8:
Monday, October 22, 29
November 5, 19, 26
7:00pm - 8:15pm
Confirmation I:
THIS SUNDAY - October 14
9:30am - 11:30am
Confirmation II:
Sunday, October 14
1:15pm - 3:30pm
HEALING MASS
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The next social event will be held on Wednesday,
October 24, from 7:00pm - 8:30pm in the Parish Youth
Room. Come enjoy an early Halloween Party with candy,
games, apple cider, donuts, and more!!!
YOUTH NEWS
A Gift to the People of Wayne
What makes IHM a special place? Our educational
program focuses on the individuality of each student and
provides a challenging curriculum that encourages
students to achieve their full potential. The nurturing,
respectful environment allows the children to develop into
confident, well-rounded individuals. IHM’s core strength
is the quality and dedication of its teachers and
consistency and security are critical to the child’s sense
of well-being. Our faculty is devoted and highly qualified.
All of our teachers are NJ state certified with many
carrying advanced degrees. Our teachers average 24
years of teaching experience and faculty turn-over is low,
ensuring that children build solid, long-term relationships
with their teachers.
IHM School is a K - 8 Catholic school serving Wayne
Township and the surrounding communities, with a
separate preschool, SMALL BLESSINGS, for three and
four year olds offering flexible days and hours. For
further information call 973-694-1225.
God’s Creatures Ministry’s
11th Annual Gentle Thanksgiving Dinner!
A full course delicious/compassionate Thanksgiving Dinner by
Chef Steve
Where: Our Lady of Consolation Church
1799 Hamburg Turnpike, Wayne, NJ
(in the building down the driveway on the right)
Price: $40 Adults; $25 Children 6-12 years old
Free Children 0-5 years old
Tricky Tray and 50/50!
BYOB
Elaine Dunn, Director of the Educational Program for the
NJ Bear Group will be our Special Guest.
Dinner will benefit people and animals through the Animal
Caregiver/Veterinarian Charity Fund and Hope for Strays
Program.
RSVP: Please send check by November 13
Price increases to $45 after November 13
God’s Creatures Ministry, P.O. Box 3666,
Wayne, NJ 07474
God’s Creatures Ministry is a non-profit organization under
Coalition for
Animals www.Godscreaturesministry.org. For more information,
email
[email protected] or call 973-694-5155.
** No animal suffered for this dinner **
GOD’S CREATURE MINISTRY’S IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL
DEPAUL OPEN HOUSE
DePaul Catholic High School Open House
DePaul is hosting an Open House for prospective
students as follows:
Sunday, October 14, from 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Tuesday, October 30, from 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Register online at www.depaulcatholic.org
Please contact the Office of Admissions for questions at
973-694-3702 x442.
HOLY SPIRIT FUNDRAISER
POCKETBOOK BINGO - Holy Spirit School (330 Newark
- Pompton Turnpike, Pequannock) will be hosting a
POCKETBOOK BINGO on Friday, November 16,
featuring genuine designer Michael Kors and Coach
purses.
Due to the event being sold out last year and long
lines, we will be opening the doors at 5:-00pm and
BINGO calling will start earlier at 7:30pm.
Tickets are $25 per person if purchased by November 3.
Tickets purchased after November 3 and at the door will
be $30 per person. Price includes 10 sheets (10
GAMES) of POCKETBOOK BINGO with 3 chances to
win for each BINGO game. Price also includes coffee,
tea, and dessert.
In addition to the 10 BINGO games, there will be a tricky
tray, 50/50 cash BINGO, a regular 50/50 cash raffle, and
door prizes. Bingo daubers will be available for
purchase. Participants are also welcome to bring food to
have at their table. This is a reserved seating event.
For tickets call Holy Spirit School at 973-835-5680
Monday – Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm. Evenings and
weekends call/text 862-228-3430 or e-mail
[email protected]. Only adults 21 and over may
attend.
All proceeds will benefit the Children of Holy Spirit
School.
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SPIRITUAL REFLECTION
For the love of God!
The Gospel presents a very interesting story, and has rich
spiritual advice for us. To put it simply, God is
worth more than anything else in our lives.
Let us start with the story, which you will have read, the one
about the rich young man. Whoever this man
was, he had “many possessions,” as the Gospel tells us. He seems
to have been of good heart, possessing
humility and a positive opinion about Jesus. Without warning he
runs up, literally runs, to Jesus, kneels down
before him and asks the question, “Good teacher, what must I do
to inherit eternal life?”
Since Jesus always looks for faith in a person, this young man’s
beginning faith must have impressed him.
But Jesus utters a seemingly incongruous reply. “Why do you call
me good? No one is good but God alone.”
How in the world does this answer fit the question? Of course,
one interpretation would be that it does not,
that it is an editor’s mistake.
But I want to suggest a much simpler explanation. Jesus, seeing
the seeds of faith in this man, was trying to
grow that faith. The logic of Jesus' response would be: (1) Only
God is (fully) good. (2) You have called me
good. (3) Maybe you are sensing the Godliness in me.
We are not told of a response from the man, but the story shows
Jesus taking him through the essentials.
Look, he says, you know about the commandments, and he names six
of them. He expects that the man will
say yes, at which point he can lead him further in the love of
God.
The man says much more. “Teacher, all of these I have observed
from my youth.” A wonderful answer.
Jesus’ heart was warmed, which we know because of the rare next
line of the Gospel:
“Jesus, looking at him, loved him.”
Keep in mind that Mark’s is the most terse of the four Gospels.
This sentence is therefore startling, like sun
on a rainy day. Jesus is not just announcing truths to someone
or other, he is carefully building faith in
someone he loves: faith in God and faith in him.
So he tells the rich young man, fondly, what the next step is.
He says,
You are lacking in one thing.
Go, sell what you have, and give to the poor
and you will have treasure in heaven;
then come, follow me.
Disappointingly, this maneuver does not work. “At that statement
his face fell, and he went away sad, for he
had many possessions.” Like you and me, the man was not ready to
go all the way.
Jesus must have been sad too. He says, “How hard it is for those
who have wealth to enter the kingdom of
God!” He then explains to the astonished disciples what he
meant. Simply put, possessions can control your
life. They can become your life and your identity. They stunt
your journey to the highest value there is in life,
God.
What does this Gospel say to you and me? Jesus looks at us and
loves us. Can we gradually let go of those
things that thwart our response of love?
Or must we go away sad?
John Foley, SJ
