May 4, 2014 . Third Sunday of Easter

Pastoral Associate for

Elementary Catechetics:

Tracey Hann

School Principal:

Ms. Joan Ferraer

DIRECTOR OF LITURGICAL

MUSIC MINISTRIES:

Nancy A. Cardone

Assistant Liturgical

Music MinisterS:

Kimberley Mesiti

Pastoral Associate for Family

& Adult Formation Ministries:

Robert P. Miller

Coordinator of Youth Ministry:

Mr. Timothy Dennin

FINANCE CHAIRMEN:Peter Maulbeck, Finance Council

Patrick DeCotiis, Finance Committee

St. Thomas the ApostleRoman Catholic Church

Rectory/Parish Center: (973) 338-9190 . Fax: (973) 338-4224 . Religious Education: (973) 338-7400School: (973) 338-8505 . Convent: (973) 338-9118

Address: 60 Byrd Avenue, Bloomfi eld, NJ 07003 . Website: www.stachurchbloomfi eld.com

Eucharistic Liturgy

Saturday Eve: 5:00pm

Sundays: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30am & 12:00 Noon

Weekdays: 7:30, & 11:30am

Saturday Mornings: 8:30am Only

Holy Days:7:30, 11:30am & 7:30pm

Holidays: 8:30am Only

Sacrament of Reconciliation:(Penance/Confessions)

Saturday: 11:00am

Marian Devotions:

MondaysNovena Prayer 11:30am Mass

Liturgy of the Word

With Children:Sundays: 10:30am Mass

September - June

Catholic Community

ServicesOffering Social

Service Assistance1(800) CCS-7413

Fax: 596-3735

Rev. Charles J. Miller, M. Div., PastorParochial Vicar: Rev. Andrew N. Onyemaobi, M. Div., M.A.

PERMANENT DEACONS:Deacon Albert H. Tizzano • Deacon Thomas J. Coyle • Deacon Brian J. Murphy

Deacon Dennis J. Besida, Retired

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Third Sunday of Easter May 4, 2014

Masses for the Week

Sunday, May 4

Sunday, May 4 7:30 am Lena Nisivoccia - Friend 9:00 am Joseph Carlo - Friend 10:30 am For The People 12:00 pm Mr. & Mrs. Carmelo Bruno – Family

Monday, May 5 7:30 am Betty Connolly - Family 11:30 am James Fearon - Wife

Tuesday, May 6 7:30 am Fay DeLorenzo - Bequest 11:30 am Frederick Sisbarro - Friend

Wednesday, May 7 7:30 am Joseph Delorenzo - Bequest 11:30 am Patrick T. Miller - Family

Thursday, May 8 7:30 am Marylou Piazza – Friend 11:30 am Pasquale G. Fazzi - Bequest

Friday, May 9 7:30 am Gina Safonte - Family 11:30 am Frank Korec - 2nd Anniv. - Family

Saturday, May 10 8:30 am Julia & Pasquale Taratini - Daughter

Sunday, May 11 Saturday, May 10 5:00 pm Deceased of Laterza & DeLisio Families - Family

Sunday, May 11 7:30 am All Mothers Living & Deceased 9:00 am All Mothers Living & Deceased 10:30 am All Mothers Living & Deceased 12:00 pm All Mothers Living & Deceased

PRAY FOR OUR SICK

Patrick Murray, Kert Geisert, Nina Ofsak, Sandra Luehrs Shaw,

Danny Burgers, Mary Conte

REST IN PEACE

Mary T. Buchanan

CANDLE INTENTIONS

Church: Bridget Onufre Kochuck Convent: Mary Selfridge

First Reading: This account of the early Church comes like a brief interlude of peace in the dramatic ups and downs described in the Acts of the Apostles. Notice the sequence--the believers devote themselves to “the teaching of the apostles.” to the “communal life,” to “the breaking of the bread”. Out of this way of life flow amazing generosity and a miraculous growth.

■ Responsorial Psalm 118: 118 is a prayer of thanksgiving. In the second weverse, the Church has long heard the voice of Christ, “hard-pressed and ...falling”, who has been raised by the right hand of God.

■ Second Reading: In the formal blessing with which the letter begins, we hear some of the primary themes of this brief exhortation. The community rejoices to have found “new birth” in Jesus Christ. The paradox of the Christian life--already rejoicing in the risen life, even though we do not yet possess it fully--is clearly expressed here. The last words of today’s passage, about seeing and believing, offer a fitting commentary on today’s Gospel reading.

■ The Gospel: Thomas was absent when the risen Lord appeared and breathed his gift of peace upon the others, and now he stubbornly refuses to believe their testimony. Even seeing will not be enough for Thomas--he wants to put his finger into the nail marks in Jesus’ hands, and to put his hand into his pierced side. Jesus grants his prayer. Thomas proclaims Jesus as Lord and God. The conclusion of the reading is addressed to each of us--the words of the Gospel are written for us, that hearing may lead us to faith and faith to life through Jesus Christ.

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The main source of operating funds for St. Thomas is our weekly / holyday offertory collections. The information below will show where the Parish is as of April 13, 2014 compared to the budget amount for the year. The break even date is June 30, 2014. The amount needed each week is $17,656 and the amount collected last weekend was $22,503.

Budget Amount Year to Date Remaining Amount $900,500 $718,541 $181,959

The year to date amount is short by $5,355 as of week number 41 in our budget year.

CHRISTMAS COLLECTION SHORTFALL

Budget - $85,000 Actual - $73,054 Shortfall - $11,946 TOTAL SHORTFALL TO DATE IS $17,301

Food Pantry

Perhaps not all are aware that there is a Food Pantry here at St. Thomas, established to serve the needs of our parishioners and others in need. The goal of the program is to provide sustenance to individuals and families who, for many reasons, do not have enough to eat. If you are in this situation simply contact the parish office at 973-338-9190 for assistance. If you answer a few questions, we'll do our best to assist you. If you know of a parishioner that you feel may have this need, please make them aware of the program and have them contact us. Food Collection

Food collection is the 3rd Sunday of each month, when our parishioners generously drop off food at the church doors (food can be left at other times also). The next collection date is May 18th.

HOLY NAME MAN OF THE YEAR

Deacon Tom Coyle

A man of true faith and belief who gives of himself each and every day for the community of St. Thomas the Apostle. Come and honor Deacon Coyle at Mass on Thursday, May 15th, 2014 6:30 pm at St. Thomas the Apostle. Following the Mass, there will be a dinner at the Chandelier, Franklin Avenue, Belleville. Estimated time 7:45 pm. Cost for full dinner, beer, wine and soda is $40 per person. Make all checks out to St. Thomas, send to Paul Alongi, 21 Leo Terrace, Bloomfield, New Jersey, 07003 or leave in box at the Parish Center titled Social Committee. Cutoff date is May 9th, 2014.

The September Club Cordially invites all seniors 55 years of age

and older to join us for fun & fellowship.

We meet once a week, as well as sponsor special events and trips. For more information

about our meetings and activities, call Bea Ucci at 973-661-2920.

Meeting Dates: May 5th, May 12th, May 19th,

June 2nd, June 9th, June 16th, June 23rd

Men’s Scripture Reading & Reflection

All men are invited Monday May 5, 7:30 p.m.

in St. James room for Scripture Reading, Reflection and discussion.

The focus will be on the next Sunday readings as well as readings from the book" Rediscover

Catholicism" by Matthew Kelly. You can still pick up a copy at the parish center.

STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE

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EUCHARISTIC ADORATION in 2014

Adoration will be held on: May 19th

Schedule:

11:00 a.m. Holy Rosary 11:30 a.m. Holy Mass 12:00 p.m. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 3:00 p.m. Chaplet of Divine Mercy 3:30 p.m. Holy Rosary 6:00 p.m. Angelus 7:30 p.m. Respect for Life Holy Hour

Excerpt from REDISCOVER CATHOLICISM

"It is interesting and important to note that the habits that diminish us can be acquired with virtually no effort and are usually the result of acting without any real thought, while the habits that allow us to celebrate and defend the - best - version - of - ourselves require real effort and an openness to God. These habits could include eating foods that respect and fuel the body --- being patient with people when they frustrate you, and making time for prayer and reflection each day. The good news is we can change our habits."

STA School Invites parishioners to join Buzzing with Box Tops Drive April 7 - May 16, 2014

The School also wishes to THANK parishioners for submitting

over 970 Box Tops since the end of the fall drive! To submit Box Tops coupons: -check for the expiration dates -clip Box Tops coupons along dotted line -collect them in an envelope or plastic Ziploc sandwich bag -submit envelope to the box dedicated to this collection in the vestibule of the church

Visit www.btfe.com and click on "box tops products" to find a list of participating products.

Each Box Top is worth 10 cents for our school!

Rosary Society

All are invited to pray the Rosary

The Rosary Society will meet at 7 p.m. in the church on May 5 and June 2.

Meetings to follow in the Parish Center

Saint Thomas the Apostle School

Bloomfield’s Catholic School

NEW FAMILY REGISTRATION currently underway

To schedule a tour, please call the school office at 973.338.8505.

Pre K3 through 8th grades Middle States Accredited

Full-Day and Half-Day Pre K 3 & 4 Full-Day and Half-Day Kindergarten

Before-Care Programs After-Care Programs

Advanced Technology Jr. High Science / Synergistics Program

Physical Education for all grades Spanish Classes

Art & Music Classes Wide Variety of Extra-Curricular Activities

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STA “300 Club”

St. Thomas the Apostle and your Finance Committee invite you and your friends to participate in our 300 Club. You will find that this Club is better than State Lotteries, Casino Slots, or Bingo. Here is how it works...

ONLY 300 TICKETS AVAILABLE!!! Cost is $100 each.

Prizes are as follows:

1st Prize: $10,500 or 35% of tickets sold 2nd Prize: $ 3,000 or 10% of tickets sold 3rd Prize: $ 1,500 or 5% of tickets sold

----------------------------------------------- Application form

Raffle held on Friday, May 23, 2014.

_______ Ticket(s) for 300 Club @ $ 100.00

Name or Names (please print)

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Address....................................................

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Telephone ( ) ......................................

Make checks payable to St. Thomas the Apostle Church. Winner need not be present to win. Send this form along with your check to: St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 60 Byrd Ave., Bloomfield, NJ 07003 Attention: 300 Club

Church ID # 41-1-16464 Raffle License # RA 3172

Greeters needed -

The only thing required is a welcoming smile and a sincere attitude!

If interested please contact: Debbie Walsifer at 862-307-5250.

Wellness Ministry On call nurses are available on Mondays and every first and third Fridays of the month. If you need help please call the parish center at 973-338-9190 x120 and leave your number. The scheduled on call nurse will reach you. Depending on your concerns, we can offer nursing advice, health counseling and referrals.

In order for the nurse to offer assistance, it is necessary to ask some information about the issue and we want to assure everyone that privacy of each person and the information they share will be handled with strict confidence.

SUPPORT GROUP FOR

THOSE GRIEVING THE DEATH OF A LOVED ONE

If you have lost a loved one, we invite you to join us for a

series of six sessions of information, sharing & support

in a spiritual & confidential setting.

Our Mission is: -Provide a Christ-centered group experience. -Support spirituality and emotionally those who mourn -Provide knowledge of the grieving process and resources -Offer a caring, compassionate, confidential atmosphere for sharing experiences

2014 session dates: Wednesdays-7:30 p.m. May 7, May 14, May 21, May 28

in the Parish Center

Facilitators: Patricia Russillo and Anna Graziano. Please contact the Parish Center or

Anna Graziano (973) 338-9538.

All calls are confidential.

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Saint Thomas the Apostle Parish

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St. Thomas the Apostle Mission Statement

The Roman Catholic faith community of St. Thomas the Apostle recognizes God’s call to be a sign of His Kingdom in the communities we serve. We respond to this call by:

† Leading people to a deeper relationship with Christ by providing opportunities for spiritual growth, renewal, education, the celebration of the Sacraments, and the worship of God in the sacred liturgy;

† Encouraging a commitment to justice and to service of those in need;

† Promoting good stewardship of our time, talent and treasure;

† Building a community of hospitality and support in the daily living out of Christian ideals by nourishing mutual respect and understanding within our Church, our families, our community, and other faith traditions.

THIS IS MY PARISH

It is composed of people like me. We make it what it is.

It will be friendly, if I am. Its pews will be filled, if I help to fill them.

It will make generous gifts to many causes; if I am a generous giver.

It will bring other people to worship and fellowship; if I bring them.

It will be a church of loyalty and love, of fearlessness and faith,

and a church with a noble spirit. if I, who make it what it is,

am filled with these qualities. Therefore, with the help of God

I shall dedicate myself to the task of being all things that I want my parish to be.

Moving? Please let us know. Within the parish – to update Out of parish – to discontinue Call the Parish Center at

(973) 338-9190.

ARE YOU GOING INTO THE HOSPITAL? DO YOU HAVE A FAMILY MEMBER IN THE

HOSPITAL?

We would like to visit our parishioners who are homebound, in the hospital or other health care facility. Because of patient confidentiality laws, however, the only way we can know is if someone informs us.

Call the Parish Center at (973) 338-9190, leaving your name and number so we may return your call, or you may leave the information at the Parish Desk on Sunday mornings.

PARISH REGISTRATION

If you are presently not on our mailing list, receiving envelopes and the various parish mailings, chances are that you are not a registered member of our parish. You are not automatically a registered member because you were married here, if you were brought up here and lived in the parish with your parents–or went to school here. Membership is by formal registration only. Just call the Parish Center at (973) 338-9190 and let us know that you wish to register and the registration form will be mailed to you. Thank you.

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