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1 Lloyd Avenue ~ Florham Park, New Jersey 07932 OFFICE HOURS
The office is open Monday-Thursday from 8:30 to 2:30 p.m.
Rev. Thomas Rekiel, Administrator Rev. Krzysztof Liwarski, Parochial Vicar Rev. Frederick Walters, Pastor Emeritus Rev. Philip-Michael Tangorra, Weekend Assistant Deacon Peter M. Fiore Deacon William Ward, Retired Virginia Akhoury, Pastoral Minister Dawn Sacco Paskalides, Holy Family School Principal Director of Religious Education, Anne Giedlinski Director of Music Ministry, Randy Hertzog Youth Minister, Jason Marx Parish Bookkeeper, Barbara O’Connor Parish Secretary, Celeste Walsh
RECTORY [email protected]
Phone 973-377-1817 Fax 973-377-6350
www.holyfamilyfp.org
HOLY FAMILY YOUTH MINISTER
SCHOOL 973-377-4181
Www.holy-family-school.org
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
973-377-3101 [email protected]
MAINTENANCE COUNCIL Ralph Aurilia - 973-951-6508 Gene Miranda - 973-583-2469 Roger Siara - 973-822-1661
FINANCE COUNCIL Ralph Aurilia 973-951-6508 Bob Cottam 973-887-1232 *Anne Feith 973-966-1314 Peter Fiore 917-880-9601 Gene Miranda 973-583-2469 Roger Siara 973-822-1661 *Michael Prokop973-301-0678 Bob Scirocco 973-377-1387 Fred Summa 973-822-3362
*Parish Trustee
SEVENTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME-JULY 24 2016
Sunday Mass Schedule Saturday 5:30 pm
Sunday 7:30, 9:00, 10:30 am, 12:00, 7:30 pm
Daily Mass Schedule
Monday-Saturday, 8:15 am
Holy Day Schedule Vigil Mass, 7:00 pm
7:30, 9:00 am, 12:10, 7:00 pm
Mass Schedule
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Monday, July 25, 2016 8:15- Bill McNerney -Mary Raab Tuesday, July 26, 2016 8:15 - Jeanne Grivalsky - Special Intention - Fanni Nalon Wednesday, July 27, 2016 8:15 - Anna Prokop - Special Intention Thursday, July 28, 2016 8:15 - In Thanksgiving Friday, July 29, 2016 8:15 - Linda Markey, 1st Anniversary Josephine Petrone, 1st Anniversary Mary Walters
PRAY FOR THE SICK Please pray for our parishioners, relatives and friends who are ill: Alison Walters Soderburg, Brian Connolly, Fr. Fred, Alyssa Blatt, Peggy Schneyer, John Mahoney, Kate Monteforte, John Schneyer, Linda Ryan, Stephen Matuszek, Bernie Dorn, III, Carol Padden, Ramona Baumgaertner, Theresa Veverka, Steven Reich, John Veverka, Dave Kreutzer, Mary Ann Senko, Fr. William Santeliz, Curt Price.
PLEASE REMEMBER IN PRAYER those serving in the armed forces: Major Timothy Renahan USA Sgt. Jared K. Nucci, USA
Matthew Manzione, USA AS1 Brian Schramm, USN HT2 Thomas Dwyer ESWS, USN Master Sgt. Jennifer Sweetin USAF PFC Patrick Montuore USMC Lt. Stephen Scirocco USMC
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM - First, second, third and fourth Sundays of each month at 1:30pm. Baptism preparation for parents first Tuesday of the month. Phone rectory for details and information. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION - Saturdays, 4:30 to 5:15pm. HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL - An environment for growth in faith, values and knowledge. Tiny Tots (2 1/2 yrs. old) through 8th grade. For further information, please call the school office, 973-377-4181. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION - A program of religious instruction for grades 1 through 8. Confirmation preparation for high school students. For further information, call the Religious Education Office, 973-377-3101. SOCIAL MINISTRIES Ministry to the Homebound: Ginny Akhoury, 973-377-2315 Mary Scirocco,973-377-1387 Ministry to the Hungry: Anne Platoff, 973-822-0430 Sharon Carr, 973-568-5932 Hospital Visitation: Ginny Akhoury, 973-377-2315 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS - Dr. McDowell Council - For information, call Charlie Pane 862-368-8585. For Hall rentals, call Ralph Aurilia at 973-301-0297. PRO-LIFE MINISTRY - Frank and Barbara Tinari, 973-822-0084. Important Contact Information: New Jersey Right to Life (njrtl.org) 732-562-0562. CENTERING PRAYER meets at 7:30 p.m. in the O’Connell Room (convent) on Monday nights. ROSARY is prayed each day at 7:50 a.m. (before the 8:15 Mass). MIRACULOUS MEDAL NOVENA is prayed on Mondays after the 8:15 a.m. Mass. EUCHARISTIC ADORATION The Blessed Sacrament will be exposed for veneration on the First Friday, after the 8:15 mass until 10:00 a.m., and every Thursday after the 8:15 mass.
ALTAR SERVERS Please be sure to sign up for Weekend Masses and Special Events via Signup Genius on the parish website, www.holyfamilyfp.org. Select Altar Servers under the Groups/Ministries tab. Select Schedule and follow the links under the Schedule to sign up to serve at masses and/or Special Events. Check website for upcoming events.
Saturday, July 30, 2016 8:15 - Carolyn Francy, 1st Anniversary 5:30 - Bill McNerney Sunday, July 31, 2016 7:30 - Carl Krah - Mary Raab 9:00 - Imelda Sanico 10:30 -Mary Walters - Michael O’Brien 40th Anniversary - Jane Salamone 12:00 - Bess Salerno 7:30 - Anthony Pryer, Sr.
Mass Intentions
PARISH EMAIL MAILING LIST The parish has a email mailing list. The purpose of this is to quickly provide interested parish-ioners with important news and announcements are time sensi-tive or notices of interest to parishioners who might be away on business or vacation. To subscribe simply email [email protected] and your email address will be added to the list.
If you are interested in becoming an On Line Contributor please go to the Parish website and follow the directions there to sign up.
UPCOMING EVENTS September 18th: Parish Picnic October 2nd : Coffee and Cake Sunday October 8th: Parish Dinner Watch the bulletin for details!
Marriage Encounter Call Sal and Sylvia Vassallo at 1-800-823-5683 for information or to register.
CATHOLIC CHARITIES Please help support our local programs by donations of clothing, shoes and household items in our donation bin located in the parking lot.
Catholic Engaged Encounter Call 973-691-1561 or e-mail [email protected].
THE SANCTUARY LAMP will burn in memory of Michael Limma.
PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR DECEASED Mary Elizabeth Quirk, (mother of Pat Frankoski). Jonathan Kopec, (son of Edward and Linda Kopec).
A televised Sunday Mass is now airing on ABC Family from 6:30 to 7 a.m. each Sunday morning. For more infor-mation, go to www.TheSundayMass.org. MASSES AROUND THE COUNTRY - www.masstimes.org
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We have contracted with Liberty Home Improvements, Inc. to replace the front steps of the church.
Monday, July 18th -Monday, July 25th the entrance to the front of the church will be closed.
This is the final phase of a three part improvement project at the church. To date we have replaced the handi-cap ramp, and repaired the broken sidewalks around the church, school and rectory.
This final phase will cost $26,800.
If you would like to make a contribution to the cost of the new steps you can use the emergency envelope from your packet or use a plain envelope and mark church steps on the envelope.
I thank you for your continued generosity to Holy Family Parish. Fr. Thomas
Liberty Home Improvements Inc.
UPDATE ON CHURCH IMPROVEMENTS
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TITHING This week’s collection was $10,082.00, (last year was $8,076.00). Thank you for your continued generosity.
Thank you for your support of the Food Pantry. This week’s item are complete pancake mix and syrup. Remember we cannot accept ex-
pired items. Sharon Carr @973-568-5932, or Anne Platoff @ 973-822- 0430.
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL REGISTRATION
Registration is being accepted for Tiny Tots through Grade 8. Information about Holy Family School can be obtained by calling 973-377-4181 or visiting the school office for an information packet. Enroll-ment in kindergarten requires the child to have reached his or her fifth birthday by
October 1.
SNOW REMOVAL & LANDSCAPING Yes, it’s that time of the year… we are look-ing for proposals for next year for snow re-moval and landscaping for Holy Family Par-ish. If you or someone you
know is interested, please contact the rectory of-fice at 973-377-1817 or email [email protected].
RELIGIOUS ITEMS FOR THE MISSIONS Ginny Akhoury is collecting religious items, prayer cards, novena booklets, medals, small statues, rosaries (broken ones will be repaired) crucifixes and greet-
ing cards, for distribution around the world. These items will be sent to missions in Africa, India, the Philippines and many other locations. Please leave any contributions in the baskets at the doors of the church.
Registration forms have been mailed out for Re-ligious Education Classes. If you have not re-ceived a form please call Anne Giedlinski at 973-377-3101. Registration forms are due back by August 1st. (Registration forms for Confirma-
tion students will be mailed at the end of July). All children in grades 1-8 should be enrolled in Religious Education and grades 9 and 10 should be enrolled in the Confirmation Program.
WE WELCOME INTO OUR COMMUNITY: Andrew Jace Miranda,
Son of Julio and Tiffany Miranda.
We extend congratulations and God’s blessings to the following couples being married in
August: Michelle Stewart & Justin Christopher.
Family Summer Retreat for parents and their children are be-ing offered at a retreat center near an ocean beach in Duxbury, MA. The dates are July 31-August 5. Contact Deacon John & Peggy Scarfi @845-621-7000. Website: http://www.starof the-searetreats.com/
THE FLORHAM PARK FIRE DEPARTMENT has an urgent need for new volunteer members to keep Florham Park safe. If you are at least 18 years of age, please contact the Chief’s Office at 973-377-3241 to discuss this immediate opportunity.
Bayley Ellard Class of 66 It’s our “50th” Reunion! Where are you classmates? Please call Ann Marie (Sandello) Brady @ 973-714-8638.
Assumption College for Sisters welcomes lay people to regis-ter for theology and philosophy courses for credit or audit and any other course for audit. The cost is $510/course for credit or $255/course for audit. For registration call or e-mail: 973-957-0188 ext. 106 or [email protected]. Classes begin on August 22nd. Position Available: opening for an adjunct instructor for the following course: En 101, College English 1, 3 credits. This course is designed to present a review of grammar and to devel-op skills in writing, reading and critical thinking. Students write essays with a purpose for a special audience, developing skills in expository, descriptive, narrative, and argumentative techniques. Applicant must possess a Master’s Degree in Eng-lish. Please send resume to [email protected]. Applica-tions will be accepted until August 1.
“PETER PAN “ COMES TO TOWN! The Jerry Gibson Memorial Youth Summer Theater presents the ever popular musical “Peter Pan”. Performances will be at Ridgedale Middle School at 7:30 PM on Tues-day, August 2-Saturday, August 6th. There will be a special matinee performance at 2:00 pm on Saturday, August 6th. Tickets may be reserved by calling 973-377-9078. Many of our parishioners are participating in the performances.
OUTSIDE THE PARISH
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL: SUMMER POSITION AVAILABLE We are looking to hire a Math teacher for a two week camp for the middle school students. Please contact the school office at 973-377-1817
BIRTHDAY CONGRATULATIONS! Marie Anzalone a member of Holy Family Parish since 1960
celebrated her 100th Birthday on Tuesday, July 19th ! The borough of Florham Park surprised her with flowers and a
cake to commemorate this special occasion. Here at Holy Fam-ily Marie is a regular at our 10:30 mass and a member of the
Rosary Society. Happy Birthday Marie!
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HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL NEWS Faith, Family, Academic Excellence! VOLUNTEERS
NEEDED TO HELP MOVE
FURNITURE!
We are looking for parents, parishioners and alumni to help with moving and rearranging
some classrooms and offices in the school. No experience necessary! Please consider donating some of your time to help freshen up
our school!
Please contact the school at 973-377-4181 to volunteer.
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL WISH LIST!
As we move toward the 2016-2017 School Year here are some items that would be so helpful!
DONATIONS
5 Foot Conference Table Orange Safety Cones
VOLUNTEERS Volunteers for landscaping around the School (donate time and foliage!)
LUNCH PROGRAM VOLUNTEERS
Any help you can give will be greatly appreciated. Please call 973-377-4181 for more information or questions.
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Reflec on by Rev. Leonard N. Peterson
Here on this eve of World Youth Day in Poland, and exactly five months from Christmas Eve, I was thinking of Ralphie, the fic onal hero of the popular film “A Christmas Story.” One of his traits exemplifies the no on today’s Gospel upholds for us. Back to Ralph for a moment. If you don’t recognize him, just ask any fan of the movie. He personifies the late storyteller Jean Shepherd, who is also the off-screen narrator. Ralph lives in the Midwest of the 1940’s who loves Christmas and who definitely wants a Red Ryder bb gun rifle under the tree. Working on his parents with persistent effort to get his wish is how I make him an example of today’s Scripture lesson. We need to be persistent in our prayer to have it be effec ve.
We have to admire the persistence of Abraham, who is the Holy Spirit’s chosen example for us in the story from Genesis. Here we see the patriarch engage in a near exhaus ng bargaining session with Yahweh, pushing the Lord to the limit. How many peo-ple will the Lord accept as an apology for Sodom’s misbehavior? Abraham is fully conscious that he is walking on the edge of dis-respect: “See how I presume to speak to my Lord though I am but dust and ashes?” he admits. No overtones of en tlement in his voice. None should be in ours when we pray. But note how Abraham’s persistence wins the day. Abraham, in turn, greatly appreciates Yahweh’s tolerance and jus ce.
In the Gospel Luke first presents us with Jesus’ teaching on the “Our Father.” Certainly there is at least a semester’s worth of con-tent to be “unpacked” in this perfect prayer. Praise of God comes first, then our pe ons.
Then the gospel moves on to Jesus’ lengthy treatment of the need for persistence in prayer. God is not one to be rushed. Nor or-dered to fit our schedule. Our modern American tendency to impa ence is bad enough when we casually disregard the speed limit in our driving, so we dare not do so in our praying. How o en I have heard people complain about God’s metable in re-sponding to their prayer, as if their urgency is to be His also.
Our belief holds that God knows best. Some mes His answer is “No.” But that reply never springs from malice on His part. He is the Supreme One, a er all, who alone knows the grand plan for the world. His love includes our ny part in that plan, set there by His choice to love us. So we are the ones who have to make the a tudinal adjustment because we are so ignorant at mes as to think we are the only persons who ma er.
Many worthwhile things take me. A er all, even Santa at first didn’t like Ralph’s choice of a rifle, when he worried that Ralph “might shoot his eyes out.” But there the rifle was under the tree that Christmas morning, along with the pink pajamas and the rabbit feet slippers.
Once upon a me a woman le her diamond brooch in a hotel. When she got home she remembered her brooch and called the hotel. She told the manager what happened and he went to look for it. He found it, put it in the safe, and returned to the phone to tell her the good news, but she had hung up. So many are like this. We aren’t willing to wait on the Lord.
First Reading: Genesis 18:20-32 Abraham boldly bargains with God down to just ten righteous people found in place to avert the destruc on of Sodom. His persis-tence in prayer brings God’s jus ce to the fore.
Second Reading: Colossians 2:12-14 Against the exis ng errors among the people, Paul stresses the tradi on of Christ, and not those that have led them astray. His stress is on a Chris an’s par cipa on in Christ’s passion, death and resurrec on through bap sm.
Gospel: Luke 11:1-13 We receive a catechesis on prayer in this Luke’s gospel that includes both the Lord’s Prayer and a strong instruc on from Our Lord on the necessity for persistence in our prayer.
