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GOOD SHEPHERD RC CHURCH 48 Tranquility Road (Route 517) Mailing Address: P.O. Box 464, Andover, NJ 07821
Parish Office: 973-786-6631 Parish Fax: 973-786-5233 [email protected] www.goodshepherdrc.org
Who are we? A Christian Community founded in the Roman Catholic tradition, we endeavor by word and deed
to continue the life and work of Jesus Christ.
Clergy
Parish Office Hours M-Th 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM; F- 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Parish Secretary Mrs. Mary Louise McGuinness Parish Bookkeeper Mrs. Barbara Cornwell Parish Trustees Mrs. Marie Bilik Mr. Carl Beaulieu Financial Advisory Council Mrs. Miriam Nolan Mr. John Ursin Faith Formation Mrs. LindaMarie Klekner 973-786-6415 Coordinator, Grades 1-7 [email protected] Rev. Michal Jan Szwarc 973-786-6631 Coordinator, Grades 8-10 [email protected] Mrs. Allison Holdt 973-786-6415 Administrative Assistant [email protected]
Music Ministry - Director Mrs. Dawn Donnelly 908-852-2050 [email protected] Organist Ms. Grace Schmiedhauser Organist/Cantor Ms. Judy Consentino Cantor - Ms. Kathy Gratacos Parish Cemetery Administrator 973-786-5811 862-266-5780 (cell) [email protected] Cemetery Address Airport Rd. (Rt. 603) at Creek Rd. Green Township School Offices Rev. George A. Brown School (Pre-K to Gr. 4) 973-729-9174 Pope John XXIII Middle School (Gr. 5 to 7) 973-729-1967 Pope John XXIII High School (Gr. 8 to 12) 973-729-6125
Directory
Pastor Rev. Timothy Dowling [email protected] Pastor Emeritus Rev. Msgr. Martin McDonnell [email protected] Parochial Vicar Rev. Michal Jan Szwarc [email protected] Deacons Rev. Mr. Thomas Sullivan 973-262-1067 Rev. Mr. Keith Harris 973-786-5058 Weekend Assistant Rev. Edward Reading 732-793-6704
First time here? Welcome! We’re glad You’re here.
Please check our website to find the registration form and
contact the office. See You next week!
MASS SCHEDULE
Saturday --- 5:00 PM Sunday ------ 7:30*, 9:00, 10:30 AM, Noon *(during Lent through Labor Day) Weekdays - 7:30*, 9:00 AM *(during Lent only) Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession)Saturday: 4:00 - 5:00 PM or by Appointment Sacramental Information Please call the Parish Office or visit our website
TWENTY-FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME SEPTEMBER 20, 2020
TWENTY-FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME SEPTEMBER 20, 2020
Saturday, September 19, 2020 5:00 PM Margaret & John Cafasso
Sunday, September 20, 2020
9:00 AM Sandra Fredricks 10:30 AM Josephine Volastro 12 Noon James J. Garrigan, Jr.
Daily Mass September 21 - 25 @ 9:00 AM
Monday William Stenger Tuesday Mary Greco Wednesday Albert Roche Thursday Donald Szurley Friday Pasquale Giliberti Saturday, September 26, 2020
5:00 PM August Specht
Sunday, September 27, 2020 9:00 AM Amelia Stukes
10:30 AM Patrick Faherty 12 Noon Arthur Ottimo
SCRIPTURE READINGS
First Reading: Isaiah 55:6-9 As high as the heavens are above the earth, so high are God’s ways above our ways.
Second Reading: Philippians 1:20c-24, 27a Writing from prison, Paul is thinking of his death, and longing for complete union with Christ.
Gospel: Matthew 20:1-16a This is a story about the generosity of God, which soars above human standards.
COLLECTION BREAKDOWN: September 8 - 14:
Many thanks to all of our parishioners who respond each week to the needs of our parish and who make their weekly offering a part of their budget. May God bless you for your generosity.
Scripture reflection with Fr. Tim
+ Pause + Reflect + Act +
1) What is the proper attitude and disposition we should have toward God, whose ways and thoughts are far greater than our own?
2) What does Paul’s confidence in life after death say about St. Paul’s faith?
3) Consider one thing about the world that you’re sure could be done better. Then take it to prayer and ask God to direct your heart in this matter.
4) Where is your sympathy in this Gospel story? What does it tell you about God and yourself?
MAIL ONLINE TOTAL
1st Collection $5,180 $2,180 $8,050
2nd Collection Parish Mainte-nance
$1,562 $ ,460 $2,022
PRIEST’S MASS SCHEDULE
SEPT/OCT 5:00 PM 9:00 AM 10:30 AM 12:00 PM
9/19-20 Fr. Tim Fr. Tim Fr. Michal Fr. Michal
9/26-27 Fr. Michal Fr. Michal Fr. Tim Fr. Tim
10/3-4 Fr. Tim Fr. Ed Fr. Michal Fr. Ed
10/10-11 Fr. Michal Fr. Michal Fr. Tim Fr. Tim
* Live stream Masses
The community of Good Shepherd joyfully welcomes
our Newly Baptized:
Chase Steven DiMarzo Son of Kimberly & Michael
Rejoice, for now you are truly a child of God.
CONGRATULATIONS! Erin Dearborn & Kevin Beverly
were united in the Sacrament of Matrimony on September 12, 2020
May the Lord Bless them with many years of a faith-filled and happy life together.
PRAYERS FOR THE DECEASED Please remember in your prayers,
Mary Mohr Kathleen Kuter
Who entered into eternal rest. May their souls eternally Rest in Peace.
Catechetical Sunday September 20, 2020
On Catechetical Sunday, we honor and commission our parish and school catechists who teach and pass
on the Catholic faith each year.
A PRAYER FOR CATECHISTS Loving Father, we pray today for our catechists.
We thank you for their gift of ministry in your Church. Grant them your wisdom that they may grow in the
understanding and teaching of your Word. Grant them also your love
that they may be fruitful heralds of your Word and lead others to love you.
Pour forth your Holy Spirit upon them to grant them wisdom about what is important; knowledge of the truths of
faith; understanding of their meaning; right judgement about how to apply them in life; courage to persevere even in the face of adversity; reverence before all that is sacred
and holy; and that loving zeal which leads others to a transforming encounter with your Son.
We pray this through Christ, our Lord. Amen.
The Wild Goose with Fr. Dave Pivonka 15 Episodes The Wild Goose is a work of the Holy Spirit, which is awakening in the hearts of all those partici-pating God's love and transforming power. This is a love that has been revealed to us by Jesus Christ and that leads us to our heavenly Father. As you walk through this series, pray for the Spirit to breathe life into your heart. Watch the trailer here! https://rb.gy/qvmpls
1. Visit FORMED.org. 2. Click Sign-Up, Select “I Belong to a Parish or Organization”, choose
“Good Shepherd” 3. Enter your name and email and you’re in!
MASS SCHEDULE WE HAVE CHANGES COMING!
BEGINNING IN OCTOBER, LIVESTREAMING WILL MOVE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL
ONLY.
TEST IT OUT NOW SO YOU’RE READY! https://rb.gy/e5hq5n
Click to receive notifications.
Live Stream Mass Schedule: M-F @ 9:00 AM,
Saturdays @ 5:00 PM & Sundays @ 10:30 AM.
Saturday, October 17, 2020 @ 11:00 AM
Come celebrate Mass on our beautiful cemetery grounds. Invite friends and family to the celebration of Mass to pray
and remember the faithful departed. Please bring a lawn chair.
*If it rains, the Mass will be held indoors at GS Church.
THANK YOU! To Adam, Piotr, Steve & Fr. Michal
For installing our new high tech video camera, enabling us to livestream with high quality picture
and sound from many different angles. We appreciate every effort you have put forward to make
sure we stay as up-to-date as possible!
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THANK YOU!
To the three families who made it possible for Good Shepherd to own this incredible
camera and equipment. We are so grateful.
Good Shepherd Catholic Cemetery ~ Annual Mass ~
Please join His Holiness, Pope Francis, who has chosen the following intention
to be prayed for during the month of September.
Respect for the Planet’s Resources: We pray that the planet’s resources will not be plundered, but shared in a just and respectful manner.
HOLY FATHER’S PRAYER INTENTION
STAY CONNECTED WITH US!
FAITH FORMATION NOTES
Gospel Reading, Matthew 20:1-16 In the parable of the workers in the vineyard, Jesus teaches about God's generous mercy. Family Connection The workers in this parable sound very much like squabbling children, comparing what they have each been given and making complaints to the parent. Among children there is a tendency to equate love with gifts and material things. This tendency can devolve into a spirit of entitlement, which runs counter to the spirit of gratitude. Any effort we make to overcome this tendency, to keep love from being en-twined with gifts and possessions, will enable our children to accept completely the love that God gives freely and generously. Observe together any tendency within your family to make comparisons. Are children sometimes heard saying that another child received a greater portion of a favorite food at dinner or dessert? Does one person complain that a parent spends more time with one child over another? Ask if such comparisons are helpful. Discuss together why such comparisons are made. Then read together today's Gospel, Matthew 20:1-16. Consider these questions: Why do the workers grumble? Is the landowner's assess-ment accurate? Unfortunately, we are sometimes like these workers when we make the comparisons we discussed earlier. Conclude in prayer together remembering that love cannot and ought not to be measured. Sit quietly together acknowledging God's great love for each person as individuals and for your family. Pray together today's psalm, Psalm 145, or the Lord's Prayer. (Loyola Press)
Catechetical Sunday September 20, 2020
This year’s theme is I received from the Lord what I also handed on to you. Those who the Commu-nity has designated to serve as catechists will be called forth to be commissioned for their ministry. Catechetical Sunday is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the role that each person plays, by vir-tue of Baptism, in handing on the faith and being a witness to the Gospel. Catechetical Sunday is an opportunity for all to rededicate themselves to this mission as a community of faith.
FIRST EUCHARIST Rehearsal - Sept. 28 - Oct. 1 - 4:30pm & 6:00pm as assigned Celebration - Oct. 3rd. at 10:00am & 12:30pm as assigned
CONFIRMATION Rehearsal - Oct. 3rd after 5:00pm Mass - Group 1 Oct. 4th after 12:00pm Mass - Group 2 Celebration - Oct. 5th 6:00pm - Group 1 8:00pm - Group 2 (Candidates to arrive 30 minutes prior)
“AT-HOME” FAITH FORMATION
CLASSES START THE WEEK OF
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27TH
Please visit the website for information on the Faith Formation program and calendars. If you have any questions, kindly contact our office: LindaMarie Klekner for grades 1-7 and Allison Holdt for grade 8 and Confirmation: [email protected] or [email protected] or 973-786-6415
Check your emails for important
information about Faith Formation.
Learning materials Pick-Up dates:
Tues., Sept. 22nd or Wed. Sept. 23rd
Please drop off food pantry donations outside the doors facing the rectory:
Monday - Friday, 9am - 2pm
Thank you in advance!
Tuna fish Oatmeal Beans Canned meat (stew, chili) Canned soup
Canned fruit Shampoo Laundry detergent Condiments (ketchup, relish, mustard, mayo)
Ministry Schedule Please remember to sign the book in the atrium.
Date Time Lectors Eucharistic Ministers
Saturday 9/19 5:00 PM Rick Toma Jim Capobianco Nancy Lucky
Sunday 9/20
9:00 AM Barbara Andreski Bogdan Bienko Rosemary Lotruglio Andy Grinthal
10:30 AM Fran Gavin John Costello Katrina Mulvihill
NOON Bob Pfeiffer Fred Finnan Irene Finnan
Knights of Columbus Rose Sale
The Don Bosco Council of the Knights of Columbus will be conducting its Annual
Rose Sale after all Masses during the October 3-4 weekend in support of
Right to Life organizations in Sussex County. Your generosity is and has always been greatly appreciated.
SILVER WEDDING ANNIVERSARY MASS
The deadline to register is Thursday, October 1st.
The Diocese of Paterson invites you to celebrate your 25th wedding anniversary during a special Mass.
Sunday, November 8, 2020 at 3:30 PM Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Paterson, NJ Bishop Sweeny will serve as main celebrant.
Arrangements can be made by contacting the GS parish office. You will receive additional information from the Office of Family Life once your registration has been processed. Congratulations on this joyous occasion!
2020 Diocesan Ministries Appeal “Love Thy Neighbor”
The 2020 Diocesan Ministries Appeal is officially kicking off this weekend. The theme of this year’s Appeal is “Love Thy Neighbor”. It is a vivid reminder, espe-cially as we all face the COVID pandemic together, that what we do for our neighbors in need, we do for Christ himself. Please support this important cause that helps so many of our brothers and sisters in our Diocese.
The Diocesan Ministries Appeal supports the work of our Catholic Charities, priests’ extraordinary healthcare needs as well as Nazareth Village, our diocesan priests’ retirement residence, urban elementary schools and semi-narian education. For your convenience, you can support the Diocesan Ministries Appeal by making an on-line gift. Simply go to www.2020appeal.org and follow the user-friendly instructions.
GOLDEN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY MASS
Mark your calendars!
The Golden Anniversary Mass is scheduled for April 25th, 2021. This Mass will be for those celebrating their 50th anniversary in the year 2020. Registration for the Golden Anniversary Mass will open in February 2021. A package of information, similar to what you received for the Silver Anniversary Mass, will be sent out at that time.
SAINT PAUL INSIDE THE WALLS Madison, NJ
College Campus Ministry for all College Aged Students
This semester is unlike any other! Some college students may be at home learning virtually. Just because you are home doesn’t mean you have to let go of the college experi-ence. Join other people your age for a variety of events at St. Paul’s including Bible studies, social events and Mass. Sunday Mass for college students is celebrat-ed every Sunday at St. Paul Inside the Walls at 11:00 am.
Contact Fr. Pawel for more info at [email protected]
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