Roman Catholic Church Saint Joseph

PASTOR: Msgr. David C. Hubba

PAROCHIAL VICARS:

Rev. Roy Regaspi Rev. Anthony Di Stefano

DEACON: GeorgeMontalvo

PASTOR EMERITUS:

Rev. George M. Reilly

MASS SCHEDULE

Saturday 5:00 pm Sunday 7:30am, 9 am,

10:30 am, 12 noon

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 Wed. of Month 9 am—5 pm in MC

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.

Homebound/Hospital Call Parish Office

Christian Initiation of Adults—RCIA Contact Parish Office

PARISH REGISTRATION Contact Parish Office

Office Location Phone Email/Fax Website

Parish Office 105 Harrison St., New Milford 201-261-0148 office@sjcnj.org Fax #: 201-261-0369

sjcnj.org

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

Saint Joseph School

the greenhouse PreK

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

The Resurrection of the Lord ~ April 21, 2019 Oradell/New Milford, NJ

Office Hours: (Parish) Mon-Fri.: 9 am - 5 pm; (Rel. Ed.) Mon.-Thurs: 10 am-4 pm (Also by appointment.)

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SAINT JOSEPH CHURCH ORADELL/NEW MILFORD, NJ

RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS (R.C.I.A.)

As the Church welcomes our catechumen and candidates in the grace of God (shown left with Father Anthony and our Saint Joseph RCIA Team) to full initiation, please keep them in your prayers that they may continue to be nurtured with the Word of God and the Cross of our Savior.

LOOKING AHEAD TO OUR 2019-20120 RCIA

RCIA is an opportunity to learn more about Catholicism and become fully initiated in the Catholic Church. Anyone interested, as well as any Catholic adult who would like to be confirmed, should email Fr. Anthony at fatheranthony@sjcnj.org or call 201-261-0148 x 13.

FEEDING THE HUNGRY

Members of our Social Concerns Committee pose with just some of the bags of groceries donated to our annual Lenten Food Drive by our parishioners. Donat-ions were brought to the food pantries at St. John’s in Bergenfield and Ascension in New Milford.

SING A NEW SONG The Saint Joseph Children’s Choir is accepting new members! All students grades 3-8 are welcome to join. This is a great way to have fun and give glory to God! For further information, please contact Director of Music, Monroe Quinn at quinnm@sjcnj.org

A SPECIAL INVITATION SPIRITUAL PILGRIMAGE

TO ITALY ROME ▪ ASSISI ▪ FLORENCE

November 4-13, 2019

Dear Friends: I would like to invite you on a very exciting pilgrimage to tour some of the most beautiful parts of Italy: Rome, Assisi and

Florence. This excursion is designed to allow you to experience firsthand the deep religious sentiments of these areas as well as the cultural and gastronomical riches of Italy. It would truly be my pleasure to share with you this spiritual and cultural Italian experience! Please watch this bulletin for all the Information you’ll need. Fr. Anthony

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EASTER SUNDAY THE RESURRECTION OF THE LORD ~ APRIL 21, 2019

FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK

Easter, the supreme feast of our religion, is about the resurrection both as it applies to Jesus and to us. When we are baptized we

already begin to share in the death and resurrection of the Lord through the gift of sanctifying grace, the life of faith, hope and charity that God wants us to develop all through our time on earth. And then, throughout eternity, we are meant to experience a wondrous transformation that promotes us, in our spiritual and bodily reality, to the fulfillment of life with God in Heaven. St. Augustine’s massive book The City of God, one of the greatest works of Catholicism and of Western Civilizatiion, has a passage that highlights this meaning of Easter masterfully:

… there are two regenerations, … the one according to faith, and which takes in the present life by means of baptism; the other according to the flesh, and which shall be accomplished in its incorruption and immortality by means of the great and final judgment—so are there also two resurrections—the one the first and spiritual resurrection, which has place in this life, and preserves us from coming into the second death; the other the second, which does not occur now, but in the end of the world, and which is of the body, not of the soul, and which by the last judgment shall dismiss some into the second death, others into that life which has no death.

And so, Easter is about both a delightful future prospect that cannot be surpassed and about the strong challenge and joy of living in God’s ways. Jesus reminded us of this second reality in his parable of the barren fig tree (in Lk 13, 6-9), with its insistence that God expects us to produce good fruits with the gifts he has given us. St. Cyril of Jerusalem, whose writings have an important place in the Church’s Easter reflections, has reminded us that

It is for God, then, to plant and water but for you to bear fruit; for God to give his grace but for you to receive and preserve it.

Pope Paul VI, who was recently raised to the ranks of the saints, once noted something that is at the heart of our Easter joy:

The Lord’s Resurrection is not an isolated fact, it is a fact that concerns the whole of mankind; from Christ it extends to the world; it has a cosmic importance … the source of meaning of the human drama, the solution to the problem of evil, the origin of a new form of life, to which we give the name of Christianity.

May all of you have a joyous Easter.

Msgr. David Hubba

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Confessions at 1:30 pm/ Talk at 2:00 pm

April 28—Confessions at 1:30 pm / Talk at 2:00 pm

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR “MEALS WITH A MISSION”—MAY 2

Meals With A Mission is a volunteer organization which provides 20,000 meals monthly for the hungry throughout our local counties. We are looking for volunteers to help prepare meals – all food, recipes, and materials are provided. We have been assigned Thursday, May 2 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm as our initial day to prepare our meal. If you are interested in volunteering this day or other days, please contact Peg Kohli by phone at 201-391-0224 or email tkohli@optonline.net Thank you for considering this worthwhile cause.

DIVINE MERCY NOVENA —begins Good Friday

The Legion of Mary will distribute Divine Mercy Novena pamphlets at the doors of the church after Masses THIS WEEKEND, April 13-14. On each day of the Novena, which begins on Good Friday and goes

until Divine Mercy Saturday (April 27 this year), we will pray for God’s mercy for different purposes. See page 3 for information about our Divine Mercy Sunday prayer service on Sunday, April 28 .

“Do not be afraid! I know that you are seeking Jesus the crucified. He is not here, for he has been raised just as he said.” Matthew 28:5b-6a

THE CREED: ARTICLES OF FAITH

THAT WE CAN BELIEVE IN

—APRIL 25 In celebration and joy of Easter, Fr. Anthony Di Stefano will offer a special presentation and reflection on “The Creed: Articles of Faith That We Can Believe In” on Thursday, April 25 at 7:30 pm in the Saint Joseph Parish Retreat House Community Room (entrance on Grand Street behind the church). Enjoy fellowship over coffee and refreshments afterwards. There is no cost. Everyone is invited!

JOIN SAINT JOSEPH’S NEW YOUTH GROUP

Saint Joseph’s Youth Group (for teens in grades 9-12 from any local high school)

will be meeting every Tuesday from 7:30-9:00 pm in the Curry House. Any questions, please feel free to contact our Youth Minister, Ellen Solinas at ellen@solinas.net (There will be no meetings on April 23 or April 30. Meetings will resume May 7.)

HEART OF A PRIEST Relic Pilgrimage of

St. Jean Marie Vianney’s Incorrupt Heart

—FRIDAY, MAY 3 at the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart

89 Ridge Street, Newark, NJ 07104

Veneration from 9:00 am—9:00 pm

Holy Mass at 7:00 pm Celebrated by Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin

with relic present If you are interested in carpooling to attend the Mass,

please see Fr. Anthony or call him at 201-261-0148 x 13

For the complete Devotional Schedule, go to kofc.org/un/en/resources/events/vianney-poster-newark.pdf

SACRAMENT CELEBRATIONS

The Sacrament of First Eucharist will be celebrated on three weekends in April and May: April 27-28, May 5, and May 11-12. First Communicants will be present at the 5:00 pm Mass on the Saturdays and the 10:30 am and 12:00 pm Masses on those Sundays. If you are able, we hope you will join us at one or more of these Masses to show our children who are receiving the Lord for the first time that Saint Joseph Parish supports them in this important step in their Faith journey.

MORE GOOD NEWS! The Sacrament of Confirmation will be celebrated on Friday, May 3 at 7:00 pm and Saturday, May 4 at 9:30 am and 1:30 pm in the Upper Church.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY Thank you to everyone at Saint Joseph Church who donated to the Halcyon Days Project. All together we raised $703 which will be used at the volunteer-operated women’s center in Athens, Greece. Your generosity fuels our projects so we can support women’s education and provide a safe space for refugees and asylum seekers. If you would like to learn more about the organization or if you would like to make a donation you can find information at https://www.actionforeducation.co.uk/donate Thank you again! —Kelly Glenn

FOR THOSE SUFFERING FROM SUBSTANCE ABUSE Mass will be offered at the Church of St. Mary, 20 Legion Place Closter on Saturday, April 27 at 12:00 pm for the support, healing and recovery of not only the person directly affected by the abuse of alcohol and/or drugs, but also for anyone involved in the life of the alcoholic/addict. A support group, Meeting of Hope, will follow.For information please call 201-768-7565.

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Saturday 8:00 pm

Sunday 7:30 am 9:00 am 10:30 am UC 10:30 am MC 10:30 am Gym 12:00 pm UC 12:00 pm MC

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 9:00 am

8:00 pm

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

PRAYER REQUESTS

Let us remember all those who are ill.

Let us remember all those who have recently died.

Let us remember those serving in the military.

BREAD & WINE INTENTIONS

The bread and wine for the week of April 21, 2019

as donated for a Special Intention

as requested by Flor Alto & Family.

EASTER SUNDAY THE RESURRECTION OF THE LORD ~ APRIL 21, 2019

SUNDAY COLLECTION Due to an early printer deadline, our collection totals for Palm Sunday and Easter will appear in a later bulletin.

STEWARDSHIP REFLECTION “He went about doing good and healing all those oppressed by the devil, for God was with him.” Acts 10:38

On this Easter Sunday, open your hearts to receive God’s love, mercy and forgiveness. God is love and we are made in His image and likeness. Let our lives reflect His light to others. Pray for guidance on how to live your life and give thanks for all that He has given you.

April 20,2019 HOLY SATURDAY Easter Vigil—People of the Parish

April 21, 2019 EASTER SUNDAY People of the Parish Deceased Members of Schatz Family Cesar & Perfecto Acero Ruth Derych Dominic Tozzi (Wedding Anniversary Remembrance) John Pucci Theresa Piazza

April 22, 2019 Ida Grasso Carolos & Teresa Heredia

April 23, 2019 For the living and deceased members of the Prior & Plinio Families Onofrio Petrella

April 24, 2019 Dora Martiri Mary & Arthur Potter

April 25, 2019 Francisco Eleuterio Tumang Robert Coleman

April 26, 2019 Louis L. Leonardi Fred & Ethel Pedrick

April 27, 2019 Leonor Heredia Ronald Tutrone

April 28, 2019 People of the Parish Roseanne Wapelhorst William Mooney, Sr. Christopher Lubben Mary B. Sweeney (17th Anniversary Remembrance)

GRATEFUL FOR YOUR PRESENCE

We are very glad that you could be with us today on this holiest of days. Whether you are a long term

parishioner of Saint Joseph or a first time visitor, we are blessed by your prayerful presence at our liturgy, and we ask God to bless you in return. We hope that you and your family have a joyful Easter season.

GRATEFUL FOR YOUR SUPPORT

Thank you to all those people who donate so generously to our Easter collection. Your support, especially at this time of year, makes it possible for Saint Joseph Parish to continue to spread God’s word, to celebrate the Eucharist, to offer the Sacraments, and to continue to build the many ministries and charitable activities that are a hallmark of our parish, as well as meet our larger operating expenses.

If you were unable to give what you wanted to give at this Mass, it is never too late to make your donation. You can drop off or mail your contribution to the rectory/parish office any time .

As we watch more and more parishes struggle in these difficult economic times, we want you to know that we are working diligently to keep Saint Joseph strong and able to continue to do the Lord’s work. But we can only succeed if we have your help. Please prayerfully consider giving back to the Lord a portion of what has been given to you.

THERE’S A HOME FOR YOU AT SAINT JOSEPH Become a registered parishioner.

Stop by the parish office or call 201-261-0148.

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Visit us on our websites: CHURCH: sjcnj.org SCHOOL: sjsusa.org RELIGIOUS ED.: sjcnjre.org

ANNUAL LITURGY FOR PARENTS WHOSE CHILD HAS DIED—MAY 3

The 32nd Annual Liturgy for Parents Whose Child Has Died will be held on Friday, May 3 , 2019 at 7:30 pm at Notre Dame RC Church, 359 Central Avenue, North Caldwell, NJ. All parents who have suffered the death of a child of any age are invited to attend with their families and friends. During the Mass, each child will be mentioned by name during the Intercessions. A personal witness will be given after the Mass. You must register here: https://conta.cc/2TzdN4n or call Lauren Egan at 973-497-4327.

PARISH STAFF

Parish Trustees………Mr. Brendan Walsh/Mrs. Carol Winkler Parish Pastoral Council….Dr. Michael Petrella/ Mr. Thomas Kohli Dir. of Religious Education ………Deacon George Montalvo Sacraments Coordinator ………….Mrs. Arlene Kennedy Director of Music ……………………..Mr. Monroe Quinn Youth Minister………………………….Mrs. Ellen Solinas Facilities Director ………………….....Mr. Tom Meli Business Manager ……………….…. .Mrs. Phyllis Vrola Parish Secretary ……………………....Mrs. Geraldine Carolan Principal of Saint Joseph School…Dr. Paula Valenti Vice Principal of SJS…………………...Ms. Lizanne Coyne Dir. of Comm./ Bulletin Editor…...Mrs. Diane Hellriegel

where little scholars begin to blossom

Pre-K 3, Pre-K 4 and Kindergarten

DONATE YOUR GENTLY-USED CLOTHING “In your Easter bonnet with all the frills upon it” are some of the lyrics to a very popular song which reflects the joys of the Easter season. Some people, however, have difficulty experiencing these joys due to their circumstances in life. Catholic Charities aims to help relieve the suffering of many in our society through its various programs. Please help Catholic Charities continue its mission by donating your unwanted clothing to the bin located in our rectory/parish office parking lot. May the spirit of the Risen Christ resound through your generosity. Thank you.

5-DAY TRIP TO VERMONT Ascension Parish (New Milford) will sponsor a 5-day trip to Vermont and New Hampshire from June 7-11. The price of $825 (dbl.), $949 (single) includes 4

nights lodging, 4 breakfasts, luncheon at the Trapp Family Lodge, 3 dinners (including dinner on the Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad), 2 welcome receptions, Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory tour, Stowe Village, Quechee Gorge, Loon Mountain Gondola Ride, and a narrated cruise on Squam Lake where “On Golden Pond” was filmed. $100 deposit will hold your reservation. Cancellation insurance is recommended and available upon request. For more information, call Josie at 201-265-0485 or Anna at 201-387-2631.

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