Saturday July 9 5:00 pm Amelia & Sabino Gaito and Sabino, Jr. and

Living and Deceased Members of the Capuano

Family

Sunday July 10

7:30 am For the Intentions of Will Cody

9:00 am David C. MacDonald and John Merner

11:00 am Allen Vohden and Stephen Banyasz, Jr.

Monday July 11

8:00 am Michael J. Ryan and Patricia McCarthy

Tuesday July 12

8:00 am Tom Tyrone and Michael Wisneski

Wednesday July 13

8:00 am Chantal Seyler and Anthony Vitale

Thursday July 14

8:00 am Teresa Elia and Michael Patrick Sheridan

Friday July 15

8:00 am John Taylor Babbitt and Thomas Peterpaul

Saturday July 16

8:00 am Linda Ann Caldwell and Margaret George

5:00 pm Steve and Ralph Sirianni and

Filomena Cangemi

Sunday July 17

7:30 am Charles Howe and Joan Howe

9:00 am Vincent Marino and Patricia Flynn

11:00 am For the Protection of Unborn Babies and their

Families and Maria Luisa Ocampo Weekly Memorials The Lamp burning before the Blessed Sacrament the week

of July 10 is in memory of deceased family members given by

Mr. & Mrs. Matthew Wagner.

The Candles on the altar the week of July 10 are in memory

of Fr. Ron Amandolare.

The Flowers on the altar the week of July 10 are in memory

of Anna McDonald given by the Niebanck Family.

Hear our Prayers for those who are ill especially Robert

Astorino, Anthony LaFerrara, Anthony Cagno, Carmela Cecere,

Will Cody, Leonard Cagno, Jane Cunningham, Joan Stecher

and for all our deceased especially Jane Kilmartin, mother of

Kathy Cannavina.

Mass Schedule July 16th & 17th

Fr. Bob Saturday 5 pm

Sunday 7:30 am and 9 am

Bishop Serratelli Sunday 11 am

Reconciliation (Confession) July 16th

Fr. Bob Saturday 4:00-4:30 pm

Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time July 10, 2016

Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time July 17, 2016

First Reading: Genesis 18:1-10a

The Lord appeared to Abraham, who saw three men standing near his tent. Sensing they were messengers, he hurriedly brought them food and water to refresh themselves. Upon leav-ing, the men told him that they would visit in a year, at which time his childless wife Sarah would have a son.

Second Reading: Colossians 1:24-28

Paul discusses the suffering Christ endured for his Church. He describes his willingness to also endure suffering in Jesus’ name. Paul hopes that through his sacrifices, many people will become complete in Jesus.

Gospel: Luke 10:38-42

Jesus was welcomed into the home of a woman named Martha. She complained to Jesus that her sister Mary sat listening to him instead of helping with the tasks of entertaining. Jesus told Mar-tha that her sister had chosen the more important task, and should be allowed to listen.

If you would like to include yourself or a family member on the

St. Patrick Parish prayer list for those who are ill, please contact

the parish office. Your prayer intention will remain on the parish

prayer list for three weeks unless otherwise requested.

Summer Mass Schedule

Please be advised that we will not celebrate the

Sunday 5:00 pm Mass during the summer

months. We will resume the Sunday 5:00 pm

mass on Sunday, September 11, 2016

We will continue to celebrate all other masses at

their regularly scheduled times during the summer:

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

11:00 am and daily weekday and Saturday morning

masses at 8:00 am.

During the summer months, daily 8 am mass will be celebrated

in the Chapel in the Parish Office Building. Please use the

Washington Avenue entrance.

BAPTISM: Arrangements should be made one month in advance by calling Deacon Joe Wisneski at 973-635-4976. Parents are

expected to attend an instructional session with a Baptism Team. Baptisms are celebrated at 12:30 pm Sundays.

RCIA-RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS: The R.C.I.A. invites non-baptized persons and those baptized into another

faith to participate in a faith journey in preparation for becoming a Catholic. If you are interested in any aspect of R.C.I.A., please

email Deb at Dkuzma@st-pats.org or call her at the parish office at ext. 23.

SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY: Congratulations! In order that we can together plan for your big day, couples should notify the

Church and begin to prepare at least one year in advance of the date. Please email Fr. Bob at Fr.Bob@st-pats.org or call Fr. Bob at

the parish office ext. 22.

MINISTRY TO THE SICK AND HOME BOUND: If a family member or someone you know is recuperating from a hospital stay or is

homebound for any length of time and would like to receive Holy Communion, please let us know. It is a priority for the parish com-

munity to support and be present to those who cannot be with us for the celebration of the Eucharist. If you would like a priest or

deacon to visit a family member who is hospitalized, contact Peggy at Pgentile@st-pats.org or call her at the parish office ext. 25.

SACRAMENT OF ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Please call the parish office at 973-635-0625 to arrange for a priest.

FIRST RECONCILIATION AND FIRST EUCHARIST: Children preparing to receive the sacraments of First Reconciliation and First

Eucharist begin preparation in first grade. To register, visit our website at www.st-pats.org or contact Ginny, vsalvatore@st-pats.org.

St. Patrick Church

Shattered Love (Part I of II)

There are people who question whether lifelong marriage is possible today with the number of marriages ending in divorce. Many marriage experts relay the message to remember that the very things that helped a person fall in love need to be rekindled week after week, year after year; yet, divorce strikes so many good, wholesome families. There is tremendous pain for spouses who set apart as well as children who bear the hardship of a separated relationship. It is seldom anticipated at the beginning of a relation-ship when romance dominates the lives of two people that the relationship will end with much heartache and sadness. Sometimes people who live in the aftermath of divorce fail to recognize that their faith and presence in a believing community is invaluable during this time as it may induce healing from the trauma of divorce. A strong faith and support system renders tremendous value to people in broken relationships in that divorce is exhausting, unpleasant, and costly as it saps much energy out of a person. I ’ve observed the way some friends and acquaintances responded in the wake of divorce as emotions brought forth shock, disbelief, betrayal and even surprise as the anguish in each situation was unmistakable; however, many became thankful for the courage to abandon a relation-ship bombarded with abuse, neglect, and control. It also led me to reshape my relationship with each party. In Vatican City on June 24, 2015, Pope Francis stated, “There are times when it is “morally necessary” for couples to sepa-rate…in some cases separation is inevitable and can even be morally necessary.” In touching upon family breakdown, the Pope add-ed times when he saw divorce as justifiable by saying, “When it comes to saving the weaker spouse, or young children, from more serious injuries caused by intimation and violence, by humiliation and exploitation, by lack of involvement and indifference.” It is com-mon for questions from divorced people to surface. These concerns often pertain to their status in the church. Regretfully, many Catholics believe that divorce is a sin beyond forgiveness, which stems from the approach some clerics and members of the church have taken to divorced people as well as the fact that it is less complex and agonizing for an individual who commits child abuse, theft, or murder to be welcomed at the Lord’s Table than a divorced person who is remarried outside the faith. Since many have given divorced Catholics an unhealthy rap throughout the history of the church, there are divorced people who believe they are not wel-comed in Catholic Churches regardless of the lifestyle that is lived following a divorce. Some even cast aside their Catholic faith for other “Christian” traditions due to church law that prevents remarriage in the faith; especially if an annulment has been filed and re-jected. Others live with resentment due to ill-advised comments that pertain to divorced Catholics. The Gospels illustrate the way Jesus raises the beauty of marriage to a high level as he brings to light equality in relation-ships between a man and woman. This was so unconventional in his era. Jesus also sets the agenda that marriage is a lifetime com-mitment; and frequently blesses unions of marriage as he often refers to a wedding feast as a symbol of God ’s kingdom. Jesus insist-ed on the oneness of marriage and speaks against divorce; however, Jesus spoke against many other matters which do not impose the same “penalty” on Catholics as divorce; or render a composite of perplexing circumstances to address within church law for a Catholic to come to the Eucharistic table if remarriage outside the church takes place. The scriptures indicate that the most common sin Jesus spoke against was the sin of hypocrisy. Compassion and love are the basic principles needed to affirm another to pick up the pieces in the midst of divorce. Alt-hough sometimes it is not hard to point a finger on decisions, actions, and statements that created barriers among two people who once were so much in love, some divorced people live with spiritual starvation at a time when Christ is most needed. In my early years as a priest I recall a loving father who became a committed spouse to his second wife and a fine example to his church. Unfor-tunately the man could never believe in his own goodness due to a rocky relationship in his initial marriage that ended in divorce and the denial of a Catholic annulment. He was a “regular” at daily mass, but never understood an image of God that was merciful and loving. Next week I‘ll address the way the church is challenged to reach out to divorced people so that any anger and hurt within vic-tims of divorce gives way to God’s love. In Christ’s Love, Fr. Bob

Baptisms

Adriana Belle O’Brien

Daughter of Jonathan and Andrea

J. Edward O’Brien

Son of Jonathan and Andrea

Welcome New Parishioners

A warm St. Patrick welcome to those new to our parish espe-

cially John, Jane, Tom, Ross, John, and Alex McManus. We

look forward to getting to know you!

AROUND THE PARISH

Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time July 10, 2016

MUSIC MINISTRY God-Given Gifts

Does your child wander around the house singing at the top of his/her lungs? Does your teenager belt out tunes while tak-ing a shower? What about you-- do you find yourself humming or singing while you are doing other things? The natural tendency to sing while you are otherwise occu-pied is, I believe, a sign of a gift or inclination of the human spirit and abilities. Not everyone is born with the instinct or even the physiology to sing with little effort and find it enjoya-ble. When we engage in an activity that is positive or useful, and find that we enjoy ourselves while doing it, I believe that joy is there because it is a God-given gift. We enjoy doing things in which we can succeed. We feel strong and free when we are effective at something that seems to flow naturally from our spirit. If you have a child or a teenager who shows musical inclina-tion, or if you yourself enjoy singing or know someone who does, that skill might blossom with the opportunity to use it for the benefit of others. St. Patrick Church has many opportuni-ties to share singing or skill on musical instruments. We have two choirs for adults, the opportunity to serve as cantor or sing solos, a choir for K-3rd grade, a boys choir and also a girls choir for 3rd-8th grade, a teenager choir, and instrumentalists who all play or sing at masses. We also have a student choir for school masses. Musical direction and instruction is provided in a caring way that will allow you to proceed at your own pace. Our musicians care for each other like good friends and family. Choir rehearsals resume in September. Please prayerfully consider whether you or someone you know might enjoy this ministry. All you need to start is an inclination. Where you will go has yet to be discovered! Please contact Maggie Hanson soon if you are interested.

Love to all, Maggie Hanson, Music Minister maggiehansonmusic@gmail.com

YOUTH MINISTRY

Registration is now open for all high school

youth including those entering into 9th grade.

Please go to our parish website at www.st-pats.org and click

on the Faith Formation tab at the top of the webpage and then

click on grades 9-12. The Youth Ministry webpage can also be

accessed under Quicklinks, Youth Ministry on the left hand

side of the page. If you have any questions, please call the

St. Pat’s Youth Ministry office at 973-635-0625 ext. 28.

The Youth Ministry office will be closed on Fridays during the

summer months. We will maintain regular office hours Monday

through Thursday.

Maggie Grady, Youth Minister

Eva’s Village

This weekend, July 10th, consider signing up to

prepare chili for Eva’s Village. Sign up and everything

you need to know about helping with this ministry will

be in the church lobby! Make it a family project! Take a set of

the pans provided with the accompanying recipe and instruc-

tions. Return the two pans of chili you’ve prepared and frozen

the following weekend. It’s that easy! The food we provide is

much needed and greatly appreciated.

Prom Dress Drive ~ As prom season comes to a close, be

sure to save your dresses! St. Pats will be hosting a Prom Drive

next weekend, July 16th and 17th, to help girls who cannot afford

to purchase a prom dress. Dresses will be donated to the Father

English Center in Paterson, New Jersey.

Drop off any new or gently worn dresses

and accessories at the Fr. Ed Center

before and after all masses the weekend

of July 16th and 17th. Thank you for your

generosity!

Bishop Serratelli’s Pastoral Visit to St. Patrick Parish

On Sunday, July 17, Bishop Arthur J. Serratelli, Bishop of Pater-

son, will be celebrating the 11 am mass here at St. Patrick

Church. This bishop’s visit is part of his annual pastoral visit to

each parish in the diocese. Please feel free to join the communi-

ty in this parish celebration!

Have you ever noticed how nicely dressed our

ushers are each week? They come wearing a

sports jacket, a tie, and often they match each

other (though not intended). When you see

someone that isn’t dressed the same as those

wearing an usher badge, it is because they have

offered to help take up the collection with our ushers. But being

an usher is so much more. They are the first face you see as

you enter our church. They greet our visitors and assure the

environment is set before and after masses. A huge round of

applause and thanks to these dedicated ministers. If you’d like

to join in this special ministry, please contact-that’s right-an

usher, or contact Deb at DKuzma@st-pats.org in the parish

office for more information.

In preparation for the feast day of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, there

will be a Novena on Saturday, July 16 at St. Teresa Church with

investiture of the Brown Scapular to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel

following the 8:30 am morning mass. All are welcome.

Monday, July 11

Rosary: 6:30 pm; South Room, Parish Office Building

Sunday, July 17

Chili Drop Off: 7-10 am; Priests’ Garage

Mass with Bishop Serratelli: 11 am; Church

THIS WEEK AT THE PARISH

St. Patrick Church

SAINT PATRICK SCHOOL

Saint Patrick School: The Benefits of a K to 8 School

Educating students since 1872, Saint Patrick School is rich in tradition and heavily invested in faith and family. Ours is a nur-turing, supportive environment where children grow both aca-demically and spiritually.

One of the benefits of a Saint Patrick School education is the K-8 school environment. Why should you choose the K-8 school model for your child? Leslie Miles White wrote in his 2007 paper Incorporating the Middle School: K-8, a Better Model? that “the K-8 grade configuration supplies a more supportive environment for adolescents, creating a better match for their developmental needs than a middle school grade configuration and requires only a single transition into high school.”

There are clear benefits for a child who attends a K-8 school:

Safety-Parents and children feel safer in a K-8 school as they become older because they are secure in their loca-tion and enjoy continuity.

Fewer distractions-Putting middle school students with younger children keeps out the distractions of high school students and the potential for drugs and other negative outside influences.

Engagement-Studies have shown students do not suffer the same motivational declines in schoolwork and extra-curricular activities when they stay in a K-8 school. Disci-pline problems and absences also are reduced.

Achievement-Research has shown that students do not experience the same academic declines when the middle school transition is eliminated.

A 2014 study of Texas schools found that average pass rates in writing, science, and social studies were higher for students enrolled in K-8 schools than for students enrolled in traditional middle schools. The authors of a 2011 review found that the majority of studies indicated that students who did not transition to typical middles schools did significantly better on GPAs, standardized math and reading tests, and state test composite scores than students who attended middle schools.

As a Pre-K to grade 8 school, we celebrate children and child-hood, making it a faith-filled, positive environment to grow up. At Saint Patrick School, the K-8 setting allows our students to de-velop leadership skills and be role models for younger students. Saint Patrick School provides a loving, nurturing, and supportive environment where children and young adolescents feel safe, can celebrate their faith, challenge themselves and achieve excellence.

For more information on Saint Patrick School or our application process, please contact the school at 973-635-4623, or log on to www.st-pats-school.org. We are currently accepting applica-tions for Fall 2016 for limited openings in some grades.

(Thomas Fordham Institute, Center for Education Reform, American Association of School Administrators)

Faith Formation Rocks!

Help is definitely needed! What are you waiting for? Come join

the band of faith shares and become a catechist! It is fantasti-

cally fun and faith filled. We cannot do his work without YOU!

Still auditioning for K-8th grade program, Please prayerfully

consider this ministry! Email vsalvatore@st-pats.org

or call 973-635-0625x27 with any questions or to volunteer.

Help, we need somebody.

Help, not just anybody. Help,

you know we need someone.

HELP!!!e somebody