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PASTOR Rev. Paul M. Williams, OFM
DEACON Deacon Robert J. Cousar
Marriage: All couples contemplating marriage are asked to give the Pastor at least one year prior notice in order to satisfy all diocesan requirements for marriage. All couples must attend either Pre-Cana Classes or make an Engaged Encounter.
Baptism: Before a child is Baptized, the parents and Godparents must participate in a Pre-Baptismal program. Please call the Pastoral Center to make arrangements.
New Parishioners: Welcome! We encourage new families moving into the area to stop in or call the Pastoral Center and complete a parish registration form. Care of the Sick and Homebound: The Pastor, Deacon, and special ministers of Holy Communion will gladly bring Communion to anyone who is ill or otherwise unable to get to Mass. The Pastor and Deacon make regular visits to local hospitals. Please notify the Parish Office if any parishioner is ill or hospitalized. CHANGE OF ADDRESS, EMAIL, TELEPHONE NUMBER: Contact the Parish Office if your personal contact information changes.
July 31, 2016
Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
► CCD & Adult Catechism Classes will resume in the fall
► July 31 ~ KPC Ladies Auxiliary Meeting, 11:30 am
► August 03 ~ Junior Sodality visit to White House
► August 06 ~ KPC Monthly Meeting, 9:00 am
► August 07 ~ Parish Picnic - “Flip Flop Sunday”
► August 27 ~ Parish Crab Feast
► August 28 ~ Wilmington Diocese Gospel Choir
► October 1 ~ Knights of Peter Claver & Ladies Auxiliary
10th Anniversary Celebration
Office Hours: Tuesday - Thursday, 10 am - 3 pm Friday, 10am - 1pm Parish Secretary: [email protected] Bulletin News: [email protected]
Website: www.stjosephfrenchst.org
1012 French Street, Wilmington, DE 19801
302-658-4535 (Tel) 302-658-2006 (Fax)
THE CRADLE OF AFRICAN AMERICAN CATHOLICISM IN DELAWARE
MASS SCHEDULE
Sunday — 10:00 am Tuesday to Friday — 12:10 pm
Saturday Vigil — 5:00 pm Holy days — As announced
The Church is open for Prayer & Meditation Tuesday—Friday from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Confessions are heard on Saturday at 4:30 pm and by appointment.
Notary Services Available
Upon Request See Loretta Young
Question of the Week
How can I enrich others this week with corporal and spiritual works of mercy, as Pope Francis’ Jubilee Year of
Mercy bids me?
Enjoy the Summer!
Mass Intentions July 31, 2016 — August 7, 2016
Saturday, 07/30 5:00 PM People of the Parish
Sunday, 07/31 10:00 AM
Monday, 08/01 ——— No Mass
Tuesday, 08/02 12:10 PM
Bernard Sammons Requested by Jacqueline Smith Wednesday, 08/03 12:10 PM
Thursday, 08/04 12:10 PM
Friday, 08/05 12:10 PM
Saturday, 08/06 5:00 PM People of the Parish
Sunday, 08/07 10:00 AM † Harold Lucas Requested by Fr. Paul Williams, OFM
PARISH STAFF Pastor: Rev. Paul M. Williams, OFM Deacon: Robert J. Cousar Parish Secretary: Loretta L. Young St. Vincent dePaul Society: Barbara J. Willis Director Religious Education: LaVon Robinson Director of Teen Ministry: Derrick B. Johnson Bookkeeper: Jane Putscher
Introduction to the Liturgy
It is always good to be reminded, as we are in
today’s readings, of what really matters, for our
lives do not consist of our possessions. Today let
us pray that we treasure what is truly important in
our lives—all the people to whom we are called
to reveal God’s mercy and leave the rest to God.
Fr. Paul
Parish Picnic “Flip Flop Sunday”
Sunday August 7, 2016
12 o’clock til 4:00 pm Green Acres Swim Club
Silverside Road Wilmington, DE
Hotdogs, Hamburgers, Rolls Beverages & Water Ice
provided by Parish
Lip Sync Challenge Featuring Sheila Cavin
Sustaining Hope Capital Campaign - Update
This pass week received our third installment from the Diocese for the Sustaining Hope Capital Campaign. Upon the second quarter of June 30, 2016 close, collections against current pledges totaled $128,585 of which 50.6% or $65,064 is recorded as the parish portion and has been received.
It is critical that you continue to make your payments against your individual pledge so that the parish can realize our goal of new rest rooms and kitchen in the parish hall. We anticipate the receipt of quarterly checks from the Diocese and the amount of these checks will be based on the dollars collected with each respective quarter. My sincerest appreciation to those who have committed to the campaign and continue to make their payments. May God continuously bless you as you give to the parish!
Fr. Paul
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August Kenneth Cunningham 01 Helen Thomas 01 Madeline Porter 03 Bernard Sammons 03 Janelle Mirabeau 04 Michele Hinson 05 Johnae Blyden 06 Ebon Flagg 07 Cameron Granger 07 Terence McDonald 07 John Polk, III 07 James Rossi 07 James Skidmore 07 Deanna Cardenas 08 Angela Pulliam Banks 08 Patricia Fournillier 09 Gray Ramas 09 Anita DiSandro-Cole 10 Matthew Hoey 10 Minnie Lee Newman 12 Debbie Sterling 12 Alyssa Granger 13 Adrienne Hopson 13 Alexis Costa 14 Maketa Jolly 14 Tia Pulliam 15 Stephanie T. Bolden 16 Jolene Tyson 16 Herbert Sterling 16 Lanier Watkins, Jr. 16 Dana B. Willis 16 Erika Caesar 18 Christian Towles 18 Imani Enwerem 19 Mary Mirabeau 22 James Mobley 22 Geraldine Purnell 22 Anthony Dash 23 Chris Cavin` 24 Fallon McClain 24 Serenity Skidmore 24 Gaynell Baynard 25 Aaron Goode 25 Delores Spencer 25 Grant Wycliffe 26 Ethel Barrett 27 Tiffany Mintz 27 Carolyn DiMauro 28 Steven White 28 Kate Rafter 31 Catherine Rossi 31
Note: Apologies if your name does not appear on the birthday list. If this is the case, please call the parish office at 302.658.4535 or
email the parish secretary at [email protected]
Please include your name , birth month, day and year.
Liturgy Schedule ~ August 2016
Saturday, August 6, 5:00 p.m. Herb Sterling ~ Lector Debbie Sterling ~ Eucharistic Minister
Sunday, August 7, 10:00 am Xavier Wycliffe ~ Altar Server Janice Jolly ~ Greeter Gail Rando ~ 1st Lector A. Queen ~ 2nd Lector John Rando ~ 1st Eucharistic Minister Stacey Lowery ~ 2nd Eucharistic Minister
Saturday, August 13, 5:00 p.m. Stephen Thorpe ~ Lector Loretta Young ~ Eucharistic Minister
Sunday, August 14, 10:00 a.m. T. Pulliam ~ Altar Server Bertley Wharton ~ Greeter Earl MacFarlane ~ 1st Lector Jasmine MacFarlane ~ 2nd Lector Delores Spencer ~ 1st Eucharistic Minister Gwen Cavin ~ 2nd Eucharistic Minister
Saturday, August 20, 5:00 pm Vernon Taylor ~ Lector DeAnna Cardenas ~ Eucharistic Minister
Sunday, August 21, 10:00 am Ava Wycliffe ~ Altar Server Sheris Owens ~ Greeter Judy Gallagher ~ 1st Lector Kevin O’Connell ~ 2nd Lector Pat Rafter ~ 1st Eucharistic Minister Lorraine Eckrich ~ 2nd Eucharistic Minister
Saturday, August 27, 5:00 pm Denise Scales ~ Lector Gwen Cavin ~ Eucharistic Minister
Sunday, August 28, 10:00 a.m. Joaquin Ledesma ~ Altar Server Marissa Ledesma ~ Greeter William Ray ~ Lector 1 Herbert Sterling ~ Lector 2 Deborah Sterling ~ 1st Eucharistic Minister Marie Cousar ~ 2nd Eucharistic Minister
Parish Leadership
Parish Council is advisory to the pastor on matters of the church such as the mass schedule, improvements to the building, parish social life, etc. The Council meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 pm and all parishioners are invited. The next meeting is scheduled for September 21. The members are:
Fr. Paul Williams, President Deacon Cousar, Ex Officio
Linda Abili Sheila Cavin Vincent Caesar Kathy Hodges Chantal Jackson Derrick Johnson Deirdre Robinson Damita MacFarlane Doris Matthews John Rando Laura Wharton Loretta Young
The Finance Committee is responsible for helping the pastor with creating and managing the budget and to ensure the parish is fiscally sound. Members are appointed by the pastor and meet quarterly. Current committee members are:
Deacon Bob Cousar, Chair Dana Crumety Judy Gallagher Herb Sterling
Bertley Wharton
Saint Joseph Catholic Church Parish Registration Form
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THANKS FOR BEING HERE!
If you would like to become an active member of Saint Joseph’s Parish we invite you to complete the
Parish Registration form below and place the completed form in the Offertory basket or send to the Parish Office. Someone from the Parish Office will
contact you.
Sunday Morning Fellowship
We’ve been blessed to have the coffee and pastries donated on each Sunday of the month as indicated below.
1st Sunday - Blessed Virgin Mary Sodality 2nd Sunday - Knights of Peter Claver and Ladies Auxiliary 3rd Sunday - Loretta & Leonard Young 4th Sunday - Sandra & Jed Donahue and Kathy & Paul Fahey 5th Sunday - Krispy Kreme donuts hosted by Kathy Hodges
TRIP TO THE BATHROOM
Little people sometimes find it necessary to make a bathroom visit during mass to relieve boredom if nothing else. Fellowship hall and the bathrooms are unsupervised and accessible to outsiders. For the safety of our little ones, their grown-up should accompany them when they take a break. Nothing has happened and we want to be sure it doesn’t.
The Sodality honors the Blessed Mother through prayer. These ladies faithfully pray the rosary each Sunday before mass and they pray continuously for the parish, the city and for individuals in need of the intercession of the Blessed Mother. If you would like to join this ministry, please contact Denise Scales on 302.368.9881.
JUNIOR SODALITY The Jr. Sodality mission statement includes:
having a deeper appreciation and understanding of others by enriching values of respect, responsibility and sharing with the guidance and example of St. Joseph Senior Sodality. Making a difference by bringing joy, love and refreshments to brighten
the lives of others including St. Joseph community and the shut-in, hosting a luncheon for those less fortunate, sharing in the ministries of the church and participating in the Angel Tree
Adopt A Child Program. ALL YOUNG LADIES, 6 TO 14, IN THE DIOCESE ARE INVITED TO ATTEND.
PLEASE CONTACT JEAN TOY, 302-658-2218 FOR INFORMATION. THANK YOU.
Buy gift/ pre-paid cards for a good cause. Please consider buying gift/ pre-paid cards for everyday items & gifts. Proceeds are used to support the mission of the Knights of Peter Claver, such as service to the Church, assistance to the needy and youth scholarship. Order forms are in the back of the church or online. For information, phone 302 598 0448; Email: [email protected] Web: http:kpc.stjosephfrenchst.org.KPC_ScripFundRaisingInfo.pdf
Baylor Prison Ministry: Every Friday morning, parishioners and friends brighten the lives of women who are incarcerated. On the first and third Friday, Fr. Paul celebrates mass. For additional information, please contact Rose Henderson, 302-762-9044.
The Saint Vincent dePaul Thrift Store Boutique is in need of shopping bags. PLEASE give bags from department Stores such as MACY, BOSCOV, NORSTROM and any specialty boutiques. . Saint Vincent de Paul has a Boutique Store in Eastern Maryland and use these type of shopping bags for customers. Please provide Barbara E. Willis with all bags.
Emergency contact == To contact the pastor after hours, call the parish number. The messages are checked every few hours, the first thing in the morning and the last thing at night. When the pastor is away, the parish secretary checks the phone frequently and will notify the pastor if there is a grave situation. RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) The journey of faith is a process that takes time. Please contact the pastor about taking steps leading to initiation as a Catholic Christian. If you know someone who needs special invitation, please inform the pastor. The whole church is built up when an adult embraces the faith. We need to embrace those called by Christ.
St. Joseph’s Parish Life and News
St. Joseph’s Book Club Meets in the Parish Center. Bring your book, a friend, snack, and your insights to this lively discussion group. The Books are: Boys in The Boat by Daniel James Brown date- Monday August 29, 7:00PM Rebellious Life of Rosa Parks by Jeanne Theothars, date - Monday October 24, 7:00PM
Knights of Peter Claver and Ladies' Auxiliary is comprised of over 18,000 Catholic family members. We continue our expansion efforts welcoming all Catholics to join. Our purpose is to render service to God and His Holy Church. If you would like to join our organization please see Grand Knight Vincent Robinson or Grand Lady Brenda Burns.
Stock the Pantry - Catholic Charities Non-Perishable Food Donations
A barrel for non-perishable foods is located in the vestibule of the church. Please help to replenish their food closets by contributing non-perishable food items as well as personal hygiene items such as soap, toothpaste, tooth brushes, etc. To make a cash donation online, visit https://www.cdow.org/ccdonation.html.
The St. Joseph Choir is Recruiting
If you would like to help us celebrate the Mass and get extra credit, (because you know when you sing you are praying twice), please come and join the St. Joseph Choir. We rehearse and sing every Sunday, except 4th Sunday, in the Parish Center Conference Room at 9:15 AM. If you are interested, please see DeAnna Cardenas after Mass or call the Parish Center and leave a message. Thank you!
Wilmington Diocese Gospel Choir WDGC sings at St. Joseph on the fourth Sunday and throughout the Diocese during the year. For information, call Brenda Burns at 302-322-6899.
THROUGHOUT THE DIOCESE
by Susan Vogt, www.SusanVogt.net
MARRIAGE MOMENTS Do you ever bargain with your beloved? "If you watch the kids, I'll be able to do this repair project." OR "If only you could give me 5 more minutes, 1 hour, 1 day to finish this, we could spend some quality time together. It's not bad to negotiate, but keep your end of the bargain. (Gn. 18: 20-32)
PARENTING POINTERS The 4th Sunday in July is Parents Day. Go beyond the "Hallmark Holiday" notion. Perhaps use it as a time to tell your child what it was like for you to await their birth. How did you prepare?
Office for Marriage and Family Life
Vocations Reflection In today’s gospel, Jesus teaches his disciples to pray to the Father with the words “Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.” Learning to listen for God’s will is one of the most important things any of us can do in our lives here on earth. What is God’s will for you? How is He calling you to spend your life? If you think it might be in a religious vocation, please contact Father Norm Carroll, Diocesan Director of Priestly and Religious Vocations (302-573-3113, [email protected]). Be sure to visit our website: www.cdow.org/vocations!
FOR THE SAKE OF GOD’S CHILDREN
Reporting Allegations of Child Abuse to Authorities 1. Division of Family Services at 1-800-292-9582 2. State Attorney General’s Office 302-577-8310 3. Report to Fr. Paul, Deacon Cousar or Loretta Young 4. Report to Diocese: Vicar General 302-573-3118
Listen to Catholic Forum every Sunday morning at 10:05 a.m. on WDEL 101.7 FM, 1150 AM and www.wdel.com. Next Sunday, July 31st, Local author, Michele Chynowith will discuss her new novel, “The Runaway Prophet.” For photos, information regarding upcoming guests, podcasts and more, “Like” Catholic Forum on Facebook at www.facebook.com/catholicforum. Listen to past episodes of Catholic Forum online at catholicforumradio.libsyn.com or search “Catholic Forum Radio” on iTunes podcasts.
The Cathedral of Saint Peter is celebrating its 200th anniversary this year. This beautiful and historic church is in need of our help. The weekend of August 20 & 21, a special collection for the maintenance and preservation of the Cathedral of Saint Peter will be taken up in all parishes in our diocese. Please be as generous as you can. For more information, including a letter from Bishop Malooly, a message from the Cathedral’s Administrator and a video tour of the Cathedral, go to www.cdow.org.
In the Gospel this week Jesus teaches us to pray the Our Father. He reminds us to ask so we will receive and seek so that we will find. Bring It Home this week by being persistent in prayer. Gather as a family and pray the Our Father together each night asking for a specific intention.
You Can Help Your Marriage – Do you feel alone? Are you frustrated or angry with each other? Do you argue … or have you just stopped talking to each other? Does talking about it only make it worse? Retrouvaille helps couples through difficult times in their marriages. The Retrouvaille Program is endorsed by the Diocese of Wilmington. This program has helped 10’s of 1000’s of couples experiencing difficulties in their marriage. For confidential information about or to register for the August 12-14 program, call 1-800-966-7981 or visit the web site at www.HelpOurMarriage.com.
Please remember and pray for our sick and shut-in, and those who serve in the military
Adia Bracy Donald Evans Margaret Dorsey Nellie Lawrence Rose Henderson
Ronald Toy Joanna Warren Delores Tuller Kendra Denhardt Jessica Fullman
Leta Johnson Frances Reed Roberta Howell Bernard Paskins Donna Scott May
Tanya Wilson Mark Gallagher Arlene Watson Barbara Stacey Jemison Asante
Jeffrey Britton Tony Dash Jane McDonald Giuseppina Fazzone Mary Joan Thompson
Barbara Willis Doris Gallagher Terry McDonald Bernice T. Ashe Gordon Sanders
Ethel Barrett Gerry Reybold Charlie Anderson James Collins
Sean Willis Jean Toy London Louise Simmonds John Thompson
In Our Thoughts and Prayers
The Native American Ministry will be sharing its culture and traditions during the 10 AM Mass on Sunday, October 16, 2016 here at St. Joseph’s. if you would like to assist us with planning this liturgy and for the light luncheon to be held in the hall afterwards, please contact Gail Rando at [email protected] or (352) 445-2350 . Thank you. Everyone is welcome!
Free summer meals for children Who rely on Meals at school will be able to get food over
the summer thru Summer Food Service Program. Program is managed locally by DE Dept o f Ed and targets
children in low-income areas to make sure they have healthy meals. No registration or proof of
eligibility is required. Any child under 18 is fed. To find a Summer Food Service program, call 211.
Save the Date On Saturday, September 17, at St. Helena’s Church
on Philadelphia Pike in north Wilmington, the diocesan Respect Life Committee is sponsoring a
program and fund raiser. There will be workshops at 3:00 p.m. and Mass at
5:00 p.m. followed by dinner. The proceeds from the dinner will go to support the work of 40 Days for Life
and Rachel’s Vineyard. The main speaker at the dinner, homilist at Mass and leader of one the workshops will be Fr. Paul Schenck,
Director of Pro-Life Activities for the Diocese of Harrisburg and a long-time veteran of the Pro-Life movement. And Fr. John McFadden, whom many of
you know, will also present.
