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Saturday September 16 5:00 pm Robert Chiarello and Harry Moore
Sunday September 17
7:30 am Catherine Ann Swartz and John Reedy
9:00 am Edward Caraluzzi and Michael Passalaqua
11:00 am Anna Gaydos, Peter Eggermann and
Charles Delaney
5:00 pm Kristina Morris and Caroline Mendalka
Monday September 18
8:00 am Joseph Leonett and Michael Padavano
Tuesday September 19
8:00 am Helen Carney and Viola O’Reilly
Wednesday September 20
8:00 am James Maquire, Sr. and Catherine Broderick
Thursday September 21
8:00 am Robert Coghlan and Nancy Triolo
Friday September 22
8:00 am Virginia Doyle and James Lano
Saturday September 23
8:00 am Walter Kossmann and Marie Maddi
5:00 pm Paul J. Burke and Deceased Members of the
Desouza and Estrada Families
Sunday September 24
7:30 am Patrick Sullivan and Connie Pflueb
9:00 am Patrick J. Breheny, Sr. and Robert Rundle
11:00 am Thomas Chiarello and for the Protection of
Babies in the Womb and their Families
5:00 pm Shannon Kraft Dalbo and Tim Piazza
Weekly Memorials
The Lamp burning before the Blessed Sacrament the week
of September 17th is in memory of deceased family members
given by Mr. & Mrs. Tom Stramara.
The Candles on the altar the week of September 17th are in
memory of deceased family members given by Mr. & Mrs. Larry
Vogt.
The Flowers on the altar the week of September 17th are in
memory of Robert and Thomas Chiarello given by Robin
Chiarello.
Hear our Prayers for those who are ill especially Anthony
LaFerrara, Neiko Pagaling, Judy Latalladi, Carmela Cecere,
Marie Conlan, Mike Mulane, Evey Staromano, Caroline
Palluzzi, Don Tracy, Mary Cecere, Maddie Niebanck, Charlie
Spencer, Eliot Leibowitz, Eileen Keohane, Dino Aquilano,
Laura Flynn, Josh Crucilla, Bob Moore and for all our deceased
especially Herb Cannon.
Monday September 18
Altar Server Training: 3:45 pm; Church
Rosary Group: 6:30 am; Church
Meditation Group: 7:00 pm; Church
Tuesday, September 19
Finance Committee Meeting: 7:30 pm; South Room
Wednesday, September 20
Parish Nurses: 7 pm; North Room
Thursday, September 21
Marian Prayer Group: 10 am; North Room
YM Rite of Invitation: 7:30 pm; Gym
Knights of Columbus Meeting: 8:30 pm; West Room
Saturday, September 23
Pastoral Council Meeting: 8:30 am; South Room
Sunday, September 24
Pancake Breakfast: 8 am-11 am; Gym
Faith Formation: 8:30am, & 10:15am: School
YM Rite of Creed Renewal: 3:15 pm; Gym
8th Grade Faith Formation: 5 pm; Church
THIS WEEK AT THE PARISH
Twenty-fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time September 17, 2017
Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time September 24, 2017
First Reading: Isaiah 55:6-9
Isaiah expresses an urgent plea that all should seek the Lord
and turn to him for mercy.
Second Reading: Philippians 1:20c-24, 27a
In a strongly personal message from Paul while in prison, he
says that he wishes “to be freed from this life and to be with
Christ,” but he realizes that he still has much important work to
do.
Gospel: Matthew 20:1-16a
Jesus tells the parable of the owner of an estate who hires workmen for his vineyard. When, at the end of the day, he pays a full day’s wage to those who worked only one hour, those who worked all day complained bitterly. But the owner says, “I am free to do as I please, am I not?” Jesus reminds us through this parable that “the last shall be first and the first shall be last.”
Mass Schedule September 23rd & 24th
Fr. Bob Saturday 5 pm, Sunday 7:30 am
Fr. Dan Sunday 9 am and 11 am
Fr. Matthew Sunday 5 pm
Reconciliation September 23rd
Fr. Bob Saturday 4-4:30 pm
Parish Support-September 10, 2017
THIS WEEK’S OFFERING…………………………...….$16,959
LAST YEAR’S OFFERING………………………...…….$16,776
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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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.
St. Patrick Church
DACA
In recent weeks DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) has received much press from news reporters as well as Catholic Church leadership, which includes Cardinals and Bishops who made statements pertaining to this social concern. In short, DACA grants “Permission for unauthorized immigrants who were brought to the U.S. as children to work and obtain an education in this country. To qualify they must have entered the country before the age of 16, have resided in it continuously since June 2007, and have committed no serious offenses and pose no threat to public safety.” Presently about 800,000 immigrants frequently referred to as “Dreamers” benefit from this program (22,000 recipients in New Jersey). Cardinal Sean O’Malley, Archdiocese of Boston, com-mented on DACA in a September 1 speech stating, “While the current immigration system is broken and needs to be fixed, DACA though not the solution, is an important step in providing stability for those who benefit from the program…the young men and women and children currently protected by DACA are striving to be productive members of our society, they only want the opportunity to do so.” Cardinal O’Malley concluded by declaring, “The U.S. is indeed a great nation, and I know the contributions made by these young people protected by DACA will help keep it so in the future, so long as they are given the chance.” On September 5, 2017 The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops addressed this concern with the following obser-vations in hope that Congress would find a legislative solution that denounced the decision to terminate DACA. The Bishops ex-pressed the following: “The cancellation of the DACA program is reprehensible. It causes unnecessary fear for DACA youth and their families. These youth entered the U.S. as minors and often know America as their only home. The Catholic Church has long watched with pride and admiration as DACA youth live out their daily lives with hope and a determination to flourish and contribute to society; continuing to work and provide for families, continuing to serve in the military, and continuing to receive an education. Now, after months of anxiety and fear about their futures, these brave young people face deportation. This decision is unacceptable and does not reflect who we are as Americans.
The Church has recognized and proclaimed the need to welcome young people: ‘Whoever welcomes a child such as this for my sake welcomes me. And whoever welcomes me welcomes, not me, but him who sent me.’ (Mark 9:37). Today, our nation has done the opposite of how Scripture calls us to respond. It is a step back from the progress that we need to make as a country. To-day’s actions represent a heartbreaking moment in our history that shows the absence of mercy and good will, and a short-sighted vision for the future. DACA youth are woven into the fabric of our country and of our Church, and are, by every social and human measure, American youth. We strongly urge Congress to act and immediately resume work toward a legislative solution. We pledge our support to work on finding expeditious means of protection for DACA youth. As people of faith, we say to DACA youth – regard-less of your immigration status, you are children of God and welcome in the Catholic Church. The Catholic Church supports you and will advocate for you.”
As people in a land who have bonded in the wake of two devastating hurricanes; so much generosity has flowed through
relief efforts, which include donations, time, and prayers in extending hurricane aid to those in need regardless of their status as U.S. citizens. Those suffering from these disasters welcomed relief from anyone without asking their legal status as a United States citi-zen, which demonstrates love for God and neighbor. In a statement on his papal flight from Columbia to the Vatican, Pope Francis took a clear position on the DACA situation in proclaiming, “Politicians who call themselves pro-life must be pro-family and not enact policies that divide families and rob young people of a future…uprooting young people from their families is not something that will bear fruit.” As Sunday morning’s scripture reading from the Book of Sirach addresses the question,” How do I live wisely?” The author calls all to discover the beauty of all lives through acts of mercy. This never takes away the ability to work, serve in the military, and gain an education.
In Christ’s love, Fr. Bob
Welcome New Parishioners
A warm St. Patrick welcome to those new to our parish espe-
cially Brian, Carla, Mora and Lily Benson. We look forward to
getting to know you!
AROUND THE PARISH
Marian Prayer Group
The Marian Prayer Group offers prayers honoring Mary, the
Mother of Jesus and gather in the North Room of the Parish Office
building at 41 Oliver Street every Thursday at 10 am. We pray for
peace in the world, for the sick and homebound, for deceased
members and friends of our Parish and more. Everyone is wel-
come to join us; come every Thursday or as often as you can. For
more information, please call Barbara at 973-635-8869.
Twenty-fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time September 17, 2017
Eva’s Village-Drop Off this Weekend
Those who signed up to make chili-please bring your
frozen chili to the priests ’ garage this Sunday. Our
volunteers will transport your donations to Paterson.
Please remember to mark the foil/aluminum with the drop off date
before freezing the chili. Rewrap the chili, if possible, with plastic
wrap and include a piece of paper with the drop off date listed if
you are unable to print it on the aluminum. Please don’t leave the
chili in paper bags when dropping off in the freezers. Thank you
for you generosity and remembering those in need!
Pancake Breakfast is Back!
All are welcome! Bring the family to the next
Pancake Breakfast, Sunday, Sept. 24 from 8 am
until 11 am in the Fr. Ed Center. Enjoy a deli-
cious breakfast before or after Faith Formation
class! All you can eat for only $6 per adult, $4 for children ages
4-12 and free for children age 3 and under. Maximum cost per
family is $30. Hosted by the Knights of Columbus. Proceeds
benefit their local charitable efforts.
Hello parishioners, God blesses all of us with different gifts. Some of us have the gift of musicality, and some
have even been blessed with the time and means to learn an instrument, or to sing in high school or college. Our parish is looking for people with experience to share their gift in our min-istry. We still have openings and need:
Adult man with choral experience for singing bass/baritone (11:00 choir)
Adult man with choral experience for singing tenor (11:00 choir)
Adult woman with choral experience for singing alto (11:00 choir)
Guitarists for Sat. 5, Sun. 9, and Sun. 5 masses
Bass guitarists for Sat. 5, Sun. 9, and Sun. 5 masses
Instrumentalists of all kinds for all masses
Young adult man to assist and sing with Boys Choir
Young adult to assist and sing with God Unplugged
Thank you for your prayers and support for music in our parish!
Blessings, Maggie Hanson, Music Minister [email protected]
Music Ministry
2017 Bishops Annual Appeal For your convenience, you are able to make an on-line gift to the 2017 Bishop’s Annual Appeal by going to
www.2017appeal.org and following the instructions. You can either make a one-time gift or a pledge with
monthly payments made automatically for your convenience. More and more parishioners are taking ad-
vantage of this option, so please consider using this method today.
Whether it is a pledge, or a one-time gift, or an on-line donation, your support is greatly needed. Every gift
counts! Please participate in the 2017 Appeal!
Walking with Purpose – Starting September 28th
Are you interested in getting together with a group
of women to explore your faith? Join us for 18
Thursday mornings beginning 9/28. Free babysitting
is provided. Cost $100 includes books. Check out
our website for complete details and for registration
forms: st-pats.org/walking-with-purpose. Questions?
Contact Mary [email protected]
Youth Ministry Center Needs
With meetings and activities ready to begin, Youth Ministry can
always use donations of candy and cans of soda, iced tea,
etc. Donations can be marked “SPYM” and dropped off at the
parish offices at 41 Oliver Street. They are very much appreciat-
ed. Thanks in advance.
The devastation caused in the Texas/Louisiana region by Hurri-cane Harvey is staggering. It will take months and even years for people to recover from the storm. As always, our parishioners and those in the diocese want to help where their donations will do the most good. All parishes in the Diocese of Paterson will have a second collection the weekend of September 30 and October 1 to help the victims of Hurricane Harvey. These funds will go directly to Catholic Charities USA. A network has been set up of all the Catholic Charities agencies in Texas, Louisiana and any other affected areas. If you would like to help those affected by Hurri-cane Harvey, there are two ways to donate: Drop a check in the collection basket the weekend of September 30 and October 1 or at the parish office. Envelopes are available at the church doors for your convenience. Please make checks payable to Saint Pat-rick Parish and write “Hurricane Donation” on the memo line. Credit Card donation may be made on our website. Thank you for your generous donations to help those in need.
Faith Formation classes start next weekend, September 24
and September 25. Catechists will email parents whose children
are assigned to their class this week. Please visit our website,
particularly the Parent Resources page under the Faith Formation
tab, for more details.
Marian Pilgrimage
The Basilica of the National Shrine
of the Immaculate Conception
Saturday, October 21, 2017
The Spiritual Journey includes: Holy Mass with Bishop
Serratelli, Confessions in Crypt Church, Catechetical Presen-
tations, Rosary, Devotional Time, Divine Mercy, Exposition of
the Blessed Sacrament.
One-Day Pilgrimage for $49 includes transportation and
gratuity, all day activities at the Shrine, rest stop (going), meal
stop (return), depart Washington at 4:15 pm
Overnight Option departs Friday, Oct. 20 for $259 (double
occupancy) or $335 (single occupancy). Includes a visit to the
Shrine of St. Jude and Baltimore Basilica on Friday, banquet,
Saturday breakfast and accommodations at Westin Hotel in
Falls Church, VA. Contact the St. Patrick Parish Coordinators,
Lucille at [email protected] or 201-970-6250 or Lisa at
[email protected] for more information or to sign up.
YOUTH MINISTRY
This Week in Youth Ministry
Fall Action Team Meeting: Mon., Sept. 18, 7-9:30 pm in the YMC
Fall Antioch Team Meeting: Wed., Sept. 20, 7-9:30 pm
At St. Vincent Martyr
Freshmen Rite of Invitation: Thurs., Sept. 21, 7:30-9 pm: Gym
Sophomore Rite of Creed: Sun., Sept. 24, 3:15-6 pm; Gym
College Addresses Needed Each year Youth Ministry sends a package to the college freshman who were involved in youth ministry throughout their high school years. If you have a former SPYM member who is now a college freshman, please email Maggie their college address so we can include them.
Mandatory Sophomore Rite of Creed Every sophomore enrolled in the Youth Ministry Confirmation Pro-gram is required to attend the Rite of Creed Renewal. There are 2 sessions being offered: Sunday, September 24
th, 3:15-6 and
Thursday, September 28th, 7:15-9. An email was sent requiring you to sign up for 1 of the 2 sessions. If you have not yet respond-ed, please do so ASAP.
New SPYM Committees and Events
Members are needed-email Maggie if interested!
Out of the Darkness Walk-Sat.. Sept. 23 at Cougar Field from
5:30-6:45 pm. This walk is a journey of remembrance and a walk
that unites a community-a time to acknowledge the ways in which
suicide, depression and mental illness have affected our lives and
our loved ones. SPYM is putting together a team to walk.
Scarves Against Bullying-This group will meet to knit/crochet
scarves in a special color (chosen by the group) and advertise the
group so that people can obtain one of the scarves and sign a
pledge vowing to wear the scarf as an outward sign of their pledge
to stand up against bullying. Knitters and committee members are
needed.
Family Promise Homelessness Group-This group will initiate
collections of wish list items (toiletries, socks, etc.), hold fundrais-
ers, and donate the proceeds to Family Promise Programs.
Fundraising Committee-This committee raises funds for SPYM
events/activities. Meetings are scheduled as needed.
Walking in Solidarity– On Sun., Oct. 8, various houses of worship
in the Chathams will hold this event to raise awareness of teenag-
ers experiencing homelessness and show solidarity with these
teens. The event includes walking to various houses of worship
from 5-10:30 pm for events/activities/speakers and ends with an
optional sleepout on the lawn of Corpus Christi.
News from the Diocese
Silver and Gold Wedding Anniversary Mass
Couples, were you married in 1967 or 1992? You are warmly
invited to celebrate your 25th or 50th Wedding Anniversary
with the Church of Paterson. Bishop Serratelli will be the main
celebrant at Mass at The Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in
Paterson on Sunday, November 5, 2017 at 4:00 pm.
Arrangements can be made by contacting the parish office.
Registrations will be accepted through Tuesday, October 17,
2017. Information will be sent from the Office of Family Life
once your registration has been processed. Congratulations on
this joyous occasion!
Caring for Creation Did you know that the recent St. Patrick’s Annual Picnic aimed to
be Waste Free? The Environmental Stewardship Committee made
a special effort at the picnic this year and over the last decade to
purchase reusable and compostable picnic serving items to reduce
plastic waste. It is especially fitting that we do this during the Sea-
son of Creation, which lasts from September 1 until the Feast of St.
Francis on October 4. If you are interested in joining the Environ-
mental Stewardship Committee, please contact Kathy Abbott at
973-701-1753 or [email protected].
St. Patrick School presents High School Night Wednesday, September 27 from 7-8 pm
Fr. Ed Hinds Parish Center
Representatives from local Catholic high schools will be available
to answer questions. All are welcome to attend.
Catholic High School Open House
Mount Saint Dominic Academy (Women): Caldwell, NJ
Oct. 1 at 12 pm and Oct. 24 at 6:30 pm
973-226-0660 ext. 1122
Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child (Women): Summit
Sept 30 from 9:30-11:30 am
908-522-8109
Regis High School (Men): Manhattan
Sept. 21 at 7 pm, NJ Night at St. Luke’s in Ho-Ho-Kus
212-288-1100 ext. 2057
Seton Hall Preparatory School (Men): West Orange, NJ
Oct. 29 from 12-3 pm
973-325-6640
Union Catholic (co-ed): Scotch Plains, NJ
Oct. 4 at 7 pm
908-889-1600
Villa Walsh Academy (Young Women): Morristown, NJ
Oct. 1 from 2-4 pm
973-538-3680
Morris Catholic High School is pleased to host its annual Col-
lege night on Thurs., Sept. 21 from 6-7:30 pm in the school
cafeteria and library. Over 130 colleges and universities will
be present to give you information and answer questions. In-
terested students and parents from high schools throughout
the area are invited to attend and take advantage of this ex-
cellent opportunity.
