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SSSAINTAINTAINT JJJAMESAMESAMES the APOSTLE CHURCH
45 SOUTH SPRINGFIELD AVENUE SPRINGFIELD, NEW JERSEY 07081-2301 OFFICE: 973-376-3044 FACSIMILE: 973-376-0560
DEDICATION OF THE LATERAN BASILICA IN ROME
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A Welcoming Community of Faith in the Heart of Springfield November 9, 2014
The Parish is Served by Fr. John D. Gabriel
Pastor [email protected]
Fr. Silvano Kim Parochial Vicar
Fr. John D. Dennehy Weekend Assistant
Fr. Ray Cho Weekend Assistant
Mr. Jerome Bongiovanni Permanent Deacon
Mr. Daniel O’Neill Permanent Deacon
Mr. Arthur Bandel Permanent Deacon
www.saintjamestheapostle.org
SATURDAY, November 8, 2014 5:00PM Philip Citro ~ Citro Family SUNDAY, November 9, 2014 7:30AM Irene & John Mahoney ~ Nancy Mahoney-Rajs 9:00AM Salzano Family ~ Vickie Sayer 10:30AM Maria & Silvio Lombardi/Giuseppe Mazzacuva
~ Rita, Angela & Pasquale 12:00PM Gertrude Schwerdt ~ Family MONDAY, November 10, 2014 7:30AM William Syminiuk ~ Rev. John Gabriel 7:00PM Veterans ~ Saint James Parishioners TUESDAY, November 11, 2014 7:30AM Lucille Purcell ~ Bob WEDNESDAY, November 12, 2014 7:30AM Ernest Dabao III~ Monica Gomes THURSDAY, November 13, 2014 7:30AM Sonia Miller ~ Dolansky Family FRIDAY, November 14, 2014 7:30AM Angelo R. Maggio ~ Maggie Keffer SATURDAY, November 15, 2014 8:00AM Thomas Giaimo ~ Ellen Miller Thomas Giaimo, Jr. ~ Michelle & Dan Adcock Helen Palgan ~ Chipana Family 5:00PM Gene Del Mauro ~ Nieces & Nephews SUNDAY, November 16, 2014 7:30AM Joyce Commens ~ Family 9:00AM Frank De Martino ~ Mirella & Family 10:30AM Leo and John Fadden ~ Anna Marie Quagliato 12:00PM Elyse Di Girolamo ~ Dee & Joe Nahirny 7:00PM For the People of Saint James
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MASSES FOR THE WEEK Dedication of the Lateran Basilica in Rome, Year A
November 9, 2014
REFLECTIONS ON TODAY’S GOSPEL
Worship: 1227
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STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURES Your continued and consistent generosity raised
the following amount
$8,226.00 Jesus says, i t is far better to g ive than to rece ive
WEEKLY MEMORIALS SANCTUARY LAMP
Duane Coan ~ Nancy Caputo
BREAD AND WINE Gene Del Mauro ~ Mother
FLOWERS BY THE TABERNACLE For the People of Saint James
What can keep us from the presence of God? Jesus’ dramatic cleansing of the temple was seen by his disciples as a prophetic sign of God’s action. The temple was understood as the dwelling place of God among his people. When God delivered his people from slavery in Egypt, he brought them through the sea, and finally to Mount Sinai where he made a covenant with them and gave them a new way of life embodied in the Ten Commandments (Exodus 20:1-17). Jesus’ cleansing of the temple is also a prophetic sign of what he wants to do with each of us. He ever seeks to cleanse us of sin and make us living temples of his Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19). Do you want to be holy as God is holy?
MASS SCHEDULE
SUNDAY 7:30AM ~ 9:00AM ~ 10:30AM ~ 12:00PM
Anticipated Mass ~ Saturday 5:00PM DAILY MASS
Weekdays: Novena 7:10AM ~ Mass 7:30AM Saturdays Novena 7:40AM ~ Mass 8:00AM
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Saturdays at 11:00AM
RECTORY OFFICE HOURS Monday: 9:00AM ~ 7:30PM
Tuesday – Thursday: 9:00AM ~ 5:30PM Friday: 9:00AM ~ 4:00PM Saturday and Sunday ~ Closed
THE PASTOR’S LETTER Father John Gabriel
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Dear Parish Family,
Well, I think we pilgrims are finally beginning to get over our jet lag, and beginning to process in our minds and hearts all of the graces we experienced in Spain and Portugal. Speaking personally, to celebrate Holy Mass for all of our parish intentions in the Cathedral of St. James in Santiago de Compostela was a blessing I will never forget. To be so close to the earthly remains of our patron St. James the Greater was a tremendous feeling, I truly felt his presence with me, and asked him to pray that this parish family who bears his name in Springfield, NJ will truly live with his spirit, a spirit of courage and faith. I had the opportunity in 1998 to visit the Shrine of Fatima, Portugal (where the Blessed Virgin Mary appeared to three shepherd children in 1917) and again I found it to be a holy place of peace. What was different for me this time was that we had the chance to visit the actual homes of Blessed Jacinta and Blessed Francisco Marto and their cousin Lucia dos Santos (the shepherd children). And we were also able to walk in the fields among the olive trees, experiencing Fatima as the children did when Mary came to them. We were able to pray near a statue of the angel of Peace who gave them Holy Communion in the field the year before the apparition (heaven was truly preparing them for their visitation). This was one of the most powerful places for me, away from the busy-ness of the shrine itself I experienced these simple children as flesh and blood people who fell in love with God and our Blessed Mother, and, in intimate communion with them, brought a message of hope to the world. Another highlight of the trip was celebrating Holy Mass on the last day of our pilgrimage in a Church in Lisbon built over the house where St. Anthony of Padua was born (that’s right, St. Anthony was not Italian, he was Portuguese). Many of our parishioners, school children and reli-gious education children, wrote in books your needs and intentions, and we pilgrims prayed for you every day. But after Mass on the last day of our pilgrimage, the sacristan of this Church asked me if the books I was carrying with me were our prayer intentions. When I answered in the affirmative, he motioned for me to follow him. He took me down into the crypt and unlocked the gate to the actual room of St. Anthony’s birth and allowed me to leave our prayer intentions in that room. It was a beautiful moment, and one when I felt especially close to our parish family of St. James. I want to share with you one personal story: a priest friend of mine is very seriously ill with liver cancer, and he was very much in my own prayers on our pilgrimage. A friend of his was praying with him one day and she told him that she was praying for him to St. Gabriel the Archangel, but during her prayers she was distracted because she kept hearing the name “James” in her mind. He was shocked when she said this because, as he told her, at that very moment Fr. John Gabriel (me) was celebrating Holy Mass for him over the tomb of St. James. When he returned to his bedroom after she left, he found a text from me telling him that I had just finished celebrating this Mass. The next day, he received a totally unexpected and positive report from his doctor. Was this all a coinci-dence? Or does God really hear our prayers and respond? I guess we all have to decide that for ourselves. For me, I am continually amazed at the love of our good God. On our own pilgrimage through life He is always there: leading, guiding, loving. May we allow Him to give us all He wants us to receive. And remember, one doesn’t need to travel to far away countries to experience His grace. It is in the present here and now, there for the asking, there for the taking!
In His love,
~ Fr. John
NOCTURNAL ADORATION Saint John the Apostle Church, 1805 Penbrook Terrace in Linden has Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament with Benediction, Homily & Communion every First Friday from 8:30-9:30pm. All are welcome.
PERPETUAL ADORATION Can you volunteer as an Adoration Chapel Adorer? Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Mountainside needs two adorers per hour.
Please contact Irene Ciccarino at 732-574-0064.
MARIAN DEVOTION Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament with Miraculous Medal Novena, Rosary and Benediction takes place on Monday evenings (as scheduled) from 6:45-7:30pm in our Church, Saint James, please feel free to join us.
HOLY HOUR FOR LIFE
Come join us in pray before the Blessed Sacrament on the first Wednesday of the month from 7:30-8:30PM at Holy Spirit Church, 984 Suburban Avenue, Union, NJ.
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A TIME TO SEEK
A TIME OF WAR & PEACE
We pray for all defending our freedom…
Luis Fonseca, Arthur Raymond, Frank Wulff, Aric Patten, Jack Lober, Stacy Enyeart, A.J. Carlucci,
David Bugel, Aaron Pluto, Samuel Lillie, Tim Arentz, Stephen Patricco, Sean Curran,
Phillip Patten, Lt. Sean P. Eadie, Shane Fenton
For all seminarians on the road to priesthood, especially:
Luis Fernando Diaz, Hermes Diaz, Danny Pabon, Peter Carey, Joseph Furnaguera, Michael Preston,
Zachary Devoe, Andres Polanco, Sebastian Obanco, Joseph Gurliaccio, Diego Arce, Dhanush Canisius,
Harlan Acosta
THE PRAYER CORNER
“To everything there is a season and a time for every purpose…”
A TIME TO HEAL
For all who are sick and suffering………
Bea Giacobbe, Brian Mather, Marc Conte, Rita Dilly, Alice McCarthy, Martha Kitsch, Nicholas Angelous,
Kay Corcoran, Maria Patania, Doris Heimall, Susan Sullivan, Doris Porter, Tom Hogan,
Antoinette Pacifico, Eva Brownfield, Richard McNelis, Charlotte McNelis, Kyle Noonan, Walter Mathias, Fr. Peter Funesti, Joseph Schubert, Jean Comerford, Ronald Alaniz, Honorise DeSisto,
Mary Syrydynski, Connor Smith, Kamoce Wans, Ana Harper, Sr. Rosanne Treston, Irene Baranski, Sandra Turlowicz, John Rendiero, George Ondish,
Molino Marabello, Anthony Armenio
Dear Saint James Parish Families, As we approach the first anniversary of Monsignor William Hatcher’s passing, I have a dream and plan of dedicating and renaming the Upper Auditorium to Mon-signor William Hatcher Hall. Many memories were created by Monsignor Bill as he attended all of the school and parish functions held in the auditorium. His laughter resonates in many of us today.
Our goal is to raise money to obtain a plaque to recognize the dedication of the Hall. In time, as money is donated, I am looking to paint, install new flooring and update the facilities in the front of the auditorium. A memorial board with the donor’s name will also be placed in the auditorium. Please send donations to the par-ish or school office marked “Monsignor Hatcher Hall”. Check should be made payable to “Saint James” and mark the memo: Hatcher Hall.
Tax receipts will be provided upon request.
Thank you for your thoughtful generosity, Father John Gabriel & Parish Staff
A TIME TO REMEMBER
Duane Coan, Heidi Charles, Fay Heady, Michael Nahirny, Neil Caggiano
…..and all who have gone before us
A TIME TO DIE
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HUMAN LIFE AND DIGNITY
“A man, even if seriously sick or prevented in the exercise of its higher functions, is and will be always a man ... [he] will never become a 'vegetable' or an ‘animal’. The intrinsic value and personal dignity of every human being does not change depending on their circumstances.“ ... Pope John Paul II, 2004
To live in a manner worthy of our human dignity, and to spend our final days on this earth in peace and comfort, surrounded by loved ones—that is the hope of each of us. In particular, Christians hope sees these final days as a time to prepare for our eternal life with Christ. The life and dignity of every person must be respected and protected at every stage and in every condition even when our loved ones suffer from debilitating or terminal illnesses. The U.S. Bishops’ policy statement To Life Each Day with Dignity, addresses the Catholic position on assisted suicide and how, as followers of Christ, we take care of the needs of the seriously ill. To read the document go to http://ww.usccb.org; scroll down to Pro Life Issues and then select Euthanasia from the list on the left.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2014 5:00 – 7:00PM IN THE GYM.
All teens in grades 7-12 are invited and welcome!
Join us for dinner and fellowship We will conclude with our Sunday evening Mass at 7:00 PM in the Church. All families are welcome!
We looking forward to seeing you!
Check our parish website for future dates: www.saintjamestheapostle.org
WE NEED YOU! If you are a young adult and would like to volunteer with our youth ministry program please contact Kim Mailley, Coordinator of Youth Ministry, at [email protected] or 973-951-1631.
Come, Be a Part of Something Great!
RESPECT LIFE CORNER
Mrs. Patricia Sullivan
Presented by the Saint James HSA
Looking to get a head start on your holiday shopping, or just looking for a fun night out with the girls?
Monday, November 10, 2014 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
Saint James the Apostle School ~ Hatcher Hall 41 South Springfield Ave. Springfield, NJ
YOUTH GROUP NEWS
Mrs. Kimberly Mailley
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PARISH SENIORS NEWS
Mr. James Geoghan President
The Parish Seniors meet on the second Monday of the month at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 60 Harvard St, Summit (off Shunpike Rd). The support by members is important to any club, and the Saint James Seniors is an important part of our parish. If you have any ideas or suggestions for future meetings please let me know. The next meeting is Monday, November 10 at 12:00PM. This is our “Thanksgiving Luncheon” Members must have their $15.00 dues paid. For further information, please call Jim Geoghan at (973) 379-2714.
JOIN THE WELLNESS MINISTRY Wednesday, November 12th at 7:30pm in the
Rectory (Saint John Room)
Do you have any expertise or interested in any of the many aspects of wellness? As a nurse or healthcare provider, would you participate in a parish health fair? Or maybe you have a passion or interest in helping others rally around a healthy quality of life. Can you share your knowledge, interest, and energy by starting a family movement game/activity night, lead a parish group for jogging, exercise, yoga, meditation, or rebalance health wellness? If you have an interest or an idea to promote a healthy parish, please join feel free to join us! Please contact Nancy Mahoney-Rajs with any questions:
Congratulations to our
OCTOBER 400 CLUB WINNERS
# 12 Concetta Consales
$$$ 400 CLUB $$$
WELLNESS MINISTRY
Nancy Mahoney –Rajs, MS, RDN
TURKEY DRIVE Community Food Bank, Hillside, NJ
Saint James Parking Lot Sunday, November 23rd
9 A.M. ~ 1 P.M.
Frozen turkeys, hams, non-perishable food items for Thanksgiving Dinners for those in need.
Please be as generous s your means allow.
JOIN FR. JOHN GABRIEL FOR THE FAMILY ADVENT WREATH MAKING
Sunday, Nov. 23, 2014 ~ Immediately following the 12:00PM Noon Mass
In The School Gym ~ Pre-Registration is Required Parent Must Remain With Their Child(ren) $15.00 per wreath
For additional information or questions please contact Mrs. Caputo, 973-376-2061 or email: [email protected] or Mrs. DePrimio 973-376-5194 or [email protected].
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Please return bottom portion with payment ($15.00 per wreath) by November 12, 2014 to:
Mrs. Caputo, Religious Education Office or Mrs. DePrimio, Parish School Office
Child's Name: _______________________________ Grade: ________________
Amount enclosed: $______________________
CLOTHES DRIVE SPONSORED BY CYO GROUP
November 29/30 in the Gathering Area Mens x-large clothes and coats are especially need but all gently used clothing will be greatly appreciated.
Please contact Kim Mailley with questions: [email protected] or 973-951-1631
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Please note: only non-perishable food can be accepted, fresh fruit and other items needing refrigeration should not be left in the gathering area; clothing and bedding are not acceptable either and for health reasons will be discarded.
Due to the holidays, the next collection will take place the weekend of December 13/14 before the 5:00PM Mass on Saturday evening and between 10:00AM and 12:00PM Noon on Sunday, in the Gathering Area of the Church. Sandwich collections will also take place Monday, December 15 from the School Kitchen between 8:00-11:00AM. Anyone interested in volunteering to help deliver to St. Joe’s please contact Lisa Gillo 908-232-5304 or [email protected].
LILY’S PANTRY 140 BRIAR HILLS CIRCLE, SPRINGFIELD, NJ 07081
The staff and parishioners of St. James mourn the loss and extend our deepest sympathy to the DiMurro Family for their loss of Lily’s Pantry Founder, Anthony DiMurro. The DiMurro Family will keep his legacy and dream alive by continuing to help the working poor of our community. If you would like to honor Anthony through a monetary donation, or if you, or someone you know is in need, please contact Maria at 973-379-8188 for assistance.
May God bless you!
FEED MY PEOPLE
Mrs. Lisa Gillo Coordinator
When we feed the poor we feed Christ
NON-PERISHABLE FOOD, SANDWICH AND MEATLOAF
COLLECTIONS
LICENSED DRIVERS NEEDED! We need volunteers ONCE every 6-8 weeks on Monday mornings for pick-ups at Panera’s and deliver to St. Joseph’s in Elizabeth.
ROSARY MAKING MINISTRY
We meet once a month on a Monday morning from 10:00-11:30AM. Donations of beads and other supplies are gratefully accepted. If you have experience, or the desire to join this ministry or would like additional information, please contact Carmela Cocchiaro at 973-921-0787
The next meeting is Monday, November 17
PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
Members of this ministry create handmade shawls and blankets that are delivered to those suffering from illness or grief or to the homebound and the elderly. The shawls are a simple and loving way to provide comfort and support to those in need. They also remind the recipients of the continued prayers of the St. James parish community. It’s a wonderful way to share your talents and bring a bit of joy and hope to a friend. This ministry is open to those experienced at knitting, crocheting and looming, and to those looking to learn and get started.
The ministry will meet on: Wednesday: December 3, 2014
9:00 ~ 11:00 am Thursday: December 4 ~ 7:00 – 9:00 pm
If you know someone who would benefit from the gift of a prayer shawl, please contact the Parish Office.
Meeting location: 22 South Derby Road Please contact Claire Bernstein with any questions: 973-258-4024.
VETERANS MASS Join us at St James Church for a
Special Mass MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10 ~ 7:00PM
To Honor and Thank All Those Who Gave of Themselves in Service to Others
Light Refreshments to follow in the Rectory
NOVEMBER 11, 2014 11:00AM All Veterans are invited to attend the Annual Veterans Day Ceremony at Veterans Park on the Corner of Mountain & Shunpike Aves. With a reception for Veterans immediately following at the Chisholm Center.
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CALENDAR NEWS
Mrs. Maggie Keffer Coordinator
SUNDAY November 9 Religious Education (K-8)-School Home Study Family Retreat-Church Baptism Catechesis-Church MONDAY November 10 Recitation of the Rosary-Church Volley Ball Practice –School Boy Scout Den Meeting-Gym Veterans Mass-Church TUESDAY November 11 Recitation of the Rosary-Church Lazarus Choir Rehearsal-Church Chorister Choir Rehearsal-Church Religious Education (1-8)-School Adult Choir Rehearsal-Church Journey Through the Bible-School WEDNESDAY November 12 Recitation of the Rosary-Church Volleyball Practice –School Wellness Committee Meeting-Rectory THURSDAY November 13 Recitation of the Rosary-Church St. Cecilia Choir-Church Confirmation Rehearsal-Church FRIDAY November 14 Recitation of the Rosary-Church Jr. Girl Scout Meeting-School Confirmation Rehearsal-Church SATURDAY November 15 Angel Pin Sale for Seminarians–Church Recitation of the Rosary-Church Sacrament of Confirmation-Church Sacrament of Confirmation-Church SUNDAY November 16 Angel Pin Sale for Seminarians–Church Religious Education (K-8)-School Boy Scouts-Gym CYO Fellowship-Church Ensemble Rehearsal-Church Evening Youth Mass-Church
SUNDAY 10:00AM 10:30AM 1:15PM MONDAY 7:10AM 3:00PM 6:00PM 7:00PM TUESDAY 7:10AM 10:30AM 3:30PM 3:45PM 7:00PM 7:30PM WEDNESDAY 7:10AM 3:00PM 7:30PM THURSDAY 7:10AM 4:15PM 7:00PM FRIDAY 7:10AM 2:45PM 7:00PM SATURDAY ALL MASSES 7:40AM 10:00AM 1:30PM SUNDAY ALL MASSES 10:00AM 1:00PM 5:00PM 5:45PM 7:00PM
YOUTH GROUP NEWS
Mrs. Kimberly Mailley CYO Youth Coordinator
Check our parish website for future meeting dates: www.saintjamestheapostle.org
WE NEED YOU! If you are a young adult and would like to volunteer with our youth ministry program please contact Kim Mailley: [email protected] or 973-951-1631.
Come, Be a Part of Something Great!
Tuesday, November 18 ~ 7:00PM Saint Joseph Church
767 Prospect Street, Maplewood, NJ Join us for this Musical Mediation; come soothe your soul with songs from the heart for this hour long presentation of spiritual refreshment.
AUTUMN SOLACE A MUSICAL MEDITATION
Fr. Jim Worth ~ Vocals
Mr. Frederick Golz ~ Piano
SECOND COLLECTIONS NOVEMBER 15 – 16, 2014
BLACK & INDIAN COLLECTION/CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES
(Includes Campaign for Human Development, American Bishop’s Overseas Appeal ) Our financial contribution helps to support Catholic American Indian communities on reservations, in rural areas and inner cities. The collection also supports Afri-can American evangelization programs particularly in the south. Catholic Relief Services assists individuals and families affected by natural disasters in all parts of the world.
SPRINGFIELD INTERFAITH ANNUAL THANKSGIVING SERVICE MONDAY, NOV. 24 AT 7:00PM
The First Presbyterian Church, 210 Morris Ave., Springfield, NJ Cash donations are requested to benefit the Springfield First Aid & Rescue Squad
and Non-Perishable Food items for the NJ Food Bank
NO EVENING NOVENA
Monday, November 10, 2014
NO INDIVIDUAL CONFESSIONS
Saturday, November 15, 2014 Sacrament of Confirmation
Please be sure to have your 3rd –8th grader email the quizzes to themselves or parent first, then forward them to [email protected]. Quizzes sent to my email address are blocked and will no longer be received, emails from parents sent to my email are automatically moved into the “trash” and children will not get credit. Families of registered children receiving the Sacraments of Reconciliation and First Eucharist should have received an email from me with the registration for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and First Eucharist. Please contact the Religious Education Office if you have not received the email. First Eucharist Registration Forms will only be accepted at or after the Parent Meeting on Wednesday, November 19 at 7:30PM.
Forms will not be accepted before Nov. 19 Confirmation candidates needing service hours are invited to usher at the 1:30PM Confirmation Masses on Nov. 15. Please contact Mrs. Caputo if you are available. Religious Education is an ongoing formation from Grade 1 (Kindergarten is optional) through Grade 8; with the Sacrament of Confirmation taking place in the Fall of 9th Grade. If your child has not received continuous religious education since receiving the Sacrament of Holy Communion, please call the religious education office. If your child receives special accommodations in public school please let me know.
Office Hours: Tuesdays & Wednesdays 9:00AM-2:30PM
or by Appointment
Available via email: [email protected]
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Mondays are hard. It’s not easy gearing up to start the week all over again, especially when the weekend has been more hectic than restful and we haven’t had an opportunity to step away from the routine for a break. Sometimes, we have to recharge in place. A great way to do just that is to attend Ladies Night Out, this Monday, November 10th from 7-9pm in the school. Join us for a relaxing evening with friends – those from school, parish, and maybe some of your besties that have never been here before – all are welcome! This event is a bonus for the busy multi-tasker, since there will be shopping with a variety of popular vendors, including some of our local businesses. Catching up, slowing down, finding Christmas gifts for that elusive person on your list: not too bad for a Monday night! We are looking forward to welcoming you to our First Annual Ladies Night Out. This Tuesday, November 11th, Veteran’s Day, Saint James students will participate in Springfield Township’s annual remembrance ceremony in Veteran’s Park. Please join us. PreK4 students are also creating pictures and cards for local soldiers in honor of their service to our country. Congratulations to our new alumni who receive the Sacrament of Confirmation this Saturday! The support received at Saint James School and the Parish Sacramental Program have led them to this moment as they celebrate with their peers at two Confirmation Masses, at 10 am and 1:30 pm. We welcome Coadjutor Archbishop Hebda and Retired Auxiliary Bishop Dominic Marconi. Congratulations all!
RELIGIOUS ED NEWS
Mrs. Nancy Caputo Director
PARISH SCHOOL NEWS
Mrs. Patricia Dolansky Principal
WHO COULD USE A FUN NIGHT OUT TO START THE WEEK?
BY MRS. MARY MCELROY
DID YOUR FAITH GROW UP WITH YOU? Why not take your next STEPS? STEPS is a Graduate Certificate program designed for adult Catholics who wish to pursue a deeper understanding of their faith and to serve the Church, particularly their individual parishes. Upon completion of the program, students have the option of applying their credits toward an M.A. in Pastoral Ministry or an M.A. in Theology. STEPS offers an integrated program of theological work, praxis and spiritual formation to ensure a more professional preparation of its students for Church ministry. Applications are now being accepted for enrollment in our spring semester. (Bachelor’s degree required.) Classes are held at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish in Ridgewood, New Jersey. Spring courses being offered are Major Themes in Christian Ethics and Spirituality of the Old Testament.
For information please contact: Kimberly Mailley, Coordinator of Programs Immaculate Conception Seminary School of Theology, Seton Hall University
400 South Orange Avenue, South Orange, NJ 07079 ● 973-275-2435 ● [email protected]
PASTOR Father John Gabriel 973-376-3044 ext 356
PAROCHIAL VICAR Father Silvano Kim 973-376-3044 ext 357
WEEKEND ASSISTANTS Father John D. Dennehy
Father Ray Cho
PERMANENT DEACONS Deacon Jerry Bongiovanni
Deacon Dan O’Neill Deacon Arthur Bandel
PARISH SECRETARY/BOOKKEEPER Mrs. Jackie Canavan 973-376-3044 ext 111
[email protected] Ms. Rita Maggio 973-376-3044 ext 124
SCHOOL OFFICE 41 South Springfield Avenue Springfield, NJ 07081
Main Office 973-376-5194 :: Facsimile 973-376-5228
PRINCIPAL Mrs. Patricia Dolansky, B.S., M.L.S., M.A.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Mrs. Marilyn DePrimio [email protected]
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE Main Office 973-376-2061 :: Facsimile 973-376-4079
DIRECTOR OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Mrs. Nancy Caputo, M.Ed., Spec. Ed-Autism Cert.
ADMINSTRATIVE ASSISTANT Mrs. Maggie Keffer
MUSIC MINISTRY Ms. Janet Natale 973-376-3044 ext 127
[email protected] Mr. Daniel R. Palko, Organist
YOUTH MINISTRY Mrs. Kim Mailley [email protected]
PARISH TRUSTEES Mrs. Janet Petino & Mr. John Pflug
PARISH COUNCIL [email protected]
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PARISH STAFF INFORMATION
Fr. John Gabriel Coordinator
SACRAMENT INFORMATION
Fr. John Gabriel Coordinator
BAPTISM Communal Baptisms are held on the last Sunday of each month at 1:30pm in the Church. Please see the dates listed below. Please contact the Parish Office for scheduling information.
RECONCILIATION Individual Confessions are heard every Saturday at 11:00am in the Church, or anytime by appointment.
EUCHARIST Communion can be brought to the sick and homebound either at home or in a facility. Please contact the Parish Office to make arrangements.
CONFIRMATION Adult Confirmation for those already Baptized and wish to complete their sacraments are encouraged to contact the Parish Office.
MARRIAGE Couples interested in marriage are asked to call the Parish Office at least one year prior to their desired date so that arrangements can be made.
VOCATIONS Is God calling you to the priesthood or Religious Life? Speak to one of our priests or call the Vocations Office 973-497-4365. Please continue to pray for an increase in vocations.
SACRAMENT OF THE SICK This Sacrament can be administered anytime. We make visits to area hospitals and nursing homes. Please contact the Parish Office.
THE RCIA PROCESS The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is a process where individuals who seek to receive the Sacraments of Initiation or who have never been baptized enter into full communion with the faith. Contact the Parish Office for details.
BAPTISM INFORMATION The catechesis class begins by attending the 12:00pm Mass with instruction about the rite and its meaning following Mass. Godparents are encouraged to attend. Baptism Ceremonies are held at 1:30pm and we ask that everyone arrive by 1:15pm. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a Baptism or catechesis please call the Parish Office at 973-376-3044.
CATECHESIS CEREMONY Nov. 9 Nov. 16, Dec. 28
