CHURCH OF SAINT MARY 91 HOME AVENUE RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY 07070 OUR SACRAMENTAL LIFE Eucharist (Obligation Masses) Saturday .................................................. 5:00 pm (Sunday obligation) Sunday....................................... 7:30, 9:00, 10:30 am & 12:00 noon Weekdays Monday, Wednesday, Friday................................................. 7:00 am Tuesday & Thursday ................................................................... 8:30 am Holy Days ............................................................As listed in the bulletin Reconciliation (Confession) Saturday ..................... 4:00 pm or by calling for an appointment BAPTISM: Parents are required to attend the parish Baptism Class and provide the godparent’s sponsorship letters BEFORE the baptism date can be set. Call the Parish Office at 201-438- 2200 for class dates and godparent handbook. MARRIAGE: According to the N.J. Common Policy couples must register at least ONE YEAR in advance. ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Please contact the Parish Office. HOLY ORDERS: Contact the Vocation Office at 973-497-4365. Rev. Michael J. Kreder ............................... Pastor Rev. Michael E. Gubernat ...................................... Parochial Vicar James J. Guida............................................................................... Deacon Richard Bayhan........................... St. Mary High School Principal Ana Maria Castaneda...... The Academy at Saint Mary Principal Betty Hatler .......................................... Parish Catechetical Leader Mary E. Lanni ........................................................... RCIA Coordinator Larry Boland ........................................... Confirmation Coordinator Gerard DeMan ........................................ Director of Sacred Music Linda Verdino & Kevin McLean ......................................... Trustees David Valente .......................... Finance Committee Chairperson Deborah Moran...................................... Administrative Secretary Tom and Kathie Clare....................... Stewardship Chairpersons PARISH DIRECTORY Parish Office .......... 201-438-2200 Fax.......... 201-438-1098 Web..................................................... www.stmaryrutherford.org E-mail .....................................................................[email protected]St. Mary High School .............................................. 201-933-5220 The Academy at Saint Mary ............................... 201-933-8410 Catholic Community Services ............................ 201-440-7077 Religious Formation ................................................ 201-438-2476 We are called to form the Christian Community of Saint Mary Roman Catholic Church; we are protected by our Blessed Mother in whose patronage our parish has been placed under her title “Our Lady of the Rosary.” “Recapture the Dream” A Dream Come True! Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time September 28, 2014
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CHURCH OF SAINT MARY 91 HOME AVENUE � RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY 07070
Weekdays Monday, Wednesday, Friday ................................................. 7:00 am Tuesday & Thursday ................................................................... 8:30 am
Holy Days ............................................................As listed in the bulletin
Reconciliation (Confession) Saturday ..................... 4:00 pm or by calling for an appointment
BAPTISM: Parents are required to attend the parish Baptism Class and provide the godparent’s sponsorship letters BEFORE the baptism date can be set. Call the Parish Office at 201-438-2200 for class dates and godparent handbook.
MARRIAGE: According to the N.J. Common Policy couples must register at least ONE YEAR in advance.
ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Please contact the Parish Office.
HOLY ORDERS: Contact the Vocation Office at 973-497-4365.
Rev. Michael J. Kreder ............................... Pastor
Rev. Michael E. Gubernat ...................................... Parochial Vicar
James J. Guida ............................................................................... Deacon
Richard Bayhan ........................... St. Mary High School Principal
Ana Maria Castaneda ......The Academy at Saint Mary Principal
St. Mary High School .............................................. 201-933-5220
The Academy at Saint Mary ............................... 201-933-8410
Catholic Community Services ............................ 201-440-7077
Religious Formation ................................................ 201-438-2476
We are called to form the Christian Community of Saint Mary Roman Catholic Church; we are protected by our
Blessed Mother in whose patronage our parish has been placed under her title “Our Lady of the Rosary.”
“Recapture the Dream”
A Dream Come True!
Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
September 28, 2014
From the Pastor September 28, 2014
26th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Saints Michael, Gabriel & Raphael, Archangels - September 29 The Holy Guardian Angels - October 2
Since we have two angelic feasts this week, today’s reflection is on the only Preface for Masses in honor of God’s holy Angels. The image above shows [left to right] Saint Michael, Divine Protector and Defender, Prince of the Seraphim, the highest choir of angels; Saint Gabriel, the primary messenger, entrusted with God’s most important messages: those given to Zechariah [John the Baptist’s father] and the Blessed Virgin Mary; and Saint Raphael the Healer, who cured Tobit’s eyes and many afflictions [Tobit 12:11-24] and presented many prayers to God.
I did not depict our Guardian Angels, although Jesus did assure us: “… every child’s angel in heaven always looks upon the face of my heavenly Father.” {C.f. Matthew 18:10] So if ordinary children have a Guardian Angel, why should we doubt every person has an angelic attendee, interceding for us and watching over us? Yet notice who the focal point and central figure is - and who are not highlighted - in this Preface for use on angelic feast days:
Preface: God is glorified through the Angels
It is truly right and just, our duty and our salvation, always and everywhere to give you thanks,
Lord, holy Father, almighty and eternal God, and to praise you without end
in your Archangels and Angels.
For the honor we pay the angelic creatures in whom you delight
redounds to your own surpassing glory, and by their great dignity and splendor you show how infinitely great you are,
to be exalted above all things, through Christ our Lord.
Through him the multitude of Angels extols your majesty, and we are united
with them in exultant adoration, as with one voice of praise we acclaim:
The Angels: Our Heavenly Role Models. While Angels are of a different and much higher reality than we are, they still instruct us - by their example - how to serve our common Creator. Here are three of the main ways in which Angels ‘show us the way‘ that leads to heaven:
Angels Constantly Praise God. At every Mass we literally ‘join the Angels in their endless song of praise’ as we sing the Sanctus or Holy, Holy, Holy - the Canticle the Bible says the Angels endlessly sing in worship around God’s throne. [C.f. Isaiah 6:1-3 & Revelation 4:1-8:5] Scripture also says the Angels sang God’s praises when He created the world [Job 38:7], when He sent His Son into the world [Hebrews 1:6], and when Jesus ascended back into heaven [1 Timothy 3:16.]
However, just as the Sanctus ends and the Mass goes on - and the Mass eventually ends and life goes on - we must keep the hymn of praise going in the way we live our life! And we must learn from the fallen Angels [aka ‘Devils’] to keep God the center of our life … or else!
Angels Share God’s Word With Others. While the Archangel Gabriel had the unique honor of revealing God’s plan of salvation to our Blessed Mother, all Angels direct everyone’s attention to God and to His Christ. As did the Angels on that first Christmas night, we must help all know and see that ‘Jesus is the reason for the season’ as the saying goes. As Angels pointed to His empty tomb and declared, ‘He is Risen!’ we must stand in the face of death and proclaim that Christ is risen and living among us. And just as the Archangel Raphael brought hope and comfort to those in need of healing, so must we!
Angels Keep Watch Over Others. As Israel journeyed through the desert, the Archangel Michael defended and protected them; now he safeguards the Church. Many say the Father sent Michael to strengthen Jesus during His distress in the Garden of Gethsemane [Luke 22:43.] And as I noted above, Jesus said every little one has a Guardian Angel. To whom can you be like a Guardian Angel? Do you always defend and protect the Church? Does the way you pray and sing at Mass truly give angelic praise and honor to God’s majesty and glory?
With God’s love and my prayers,
Reverend Michael J. Kreder
The Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
September 28, 2014
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2014
5:00 p.m. Alice Helble
Requested by Lorraine & Joseph Russo
James Mulcahy
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2014
7:30 a.m. Raymond and Violet Dziadosz
9:00 a.m. Jan Russo
Ruth Sager
10:30 a.m. Rose Peague
Tommy Grehan
12:00 noon Linda Carlson
Requested by Cousin Betty Carroll & family
Mary Lou Petrozelli
Thelma Montan
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2014
7:00 a.m. Robert M. Caughey
12:00 noon Prayer Service
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2014
8:30 a.m. Anna and Al Chirichella
12:00 noon Prayer Service
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2014
7:00 a.m. Helen Mallen - 1 Anniversaryst
Dawn and Brian Letsche - 30 Anniv.th
12:00 noon Prayer Service
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2014
8:30 a.m. James Mulcahy
12:00 noon Prayer Service
FIRST FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2014
7:00 a.m. Salvatore Pantozzi
12:00 noon Prayer Service
FIRST SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2014
8:30 a.m. John, Meri & John Kmech, Jr.
5:00 p.m. Walter Warren Mannion
Frederick S. Conlin, Jr.
PRAY FOR OUR MILITARY
DREW NAPOLI
CAPT. DANIELLE REID
PAUL FEDORISIN
SGT. ERIK KARLON
Next Sunday’s Scripture Readings
27TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Ezekiel 18:25-28 (136A)
Psalm 25:4-5, 6-7, 8-9
Philippians 2:1-11 or 2:1-5
Matthew 21:28-32
SANCTUARY OFFERINGS
The SANCTUARY LAMP which burns near the
Tabernacle in Church, the reminder of the Lord's
Presence in the Most Holy Eucharist will burn in
memory of MARY CARDILLO LECK. Requested by the
Sr. Alice Cardillo, M.M.
The ALTAR BREADS which will become the Body
of our Lord Jesus Christ at the Masses celebrated in
Church during the week will be offered in memory of
PETER NAJAWKO. Requested by Gabriella Najawko.
Please keep Mary, Peter and their families in
your prayers.
PRAY FOR OUR SICK
‘Grant our brothers and sisters comfort in their suffering.
When they are afraid, give them courage, when afflicted,
give them patience, when dejected, afford them hope and
when alone, assure them of the support of your holy
people’.
Nan, Theresa Barrows, Gilda Danza, Carole Danza,
Thomas Ganley, Dorothy Gavura,
Baby Jack Campbell Gifkins, Robert Hogan,
Baby Brayden Knapp, Mary Kraft, Geraldine Lipari,
Baby Ryan Lomuscio, Connie Mehos, Joan Middleton,
Steven Monahan, Maureen Mullaney, Albert Negrete,
Dominica "Mayme" Papa, Marie Thomas,
Anton Tibbe, Georgianna Welch and Albina Zolnowski
RECONCILIATION: 4PM SATURDAY
READERS
Serving as a Reader at our Liturgies is a unique
ministry. If you have the talent and dedication andare available to read at least once a month, pleasecontact Ellen Spaldo, Coordinator of Readers:[email protected]
WHAT IS THE LAZARUS MINISTRY:
"Lazarus" is a group of parishioners who attend
funeral masses to show the support of the parish at
this sorrowful time. They serve as readers, Extra
ordinary ministers of Holy Communion, ushers and
assist in any way necessary. Anyone interested in this
corporal work of mercy is MOST WELCOME to join us
and participate as their time and talent permits.
Please call the Parish Office at (201) 438-2200 for
further details.
ANNULMENT INFORMATION EVENING
An Annulment Information Evening is scheduled for
W ednesday, October 8, 2014, 7:30 PM - Our Lady of Mercy
Church, 40 Sullivan Drive, Jersey City, NJ. A staff member
of the Tribunal of the Archdiocese of Newark will provide
basic information about annulments; the requirements for
annulments and how to begin the process of petitioning for
an annulment. There will be an opportunity for questions at
the end of the session. Pre-registration is not necessary,
but for directions, please call the parish at 201-434-7500.
NOON PRAYER SERVICE
Can you help? We have cancelled our 12noon
Prayer Service on WEDNESDAY and FRIDAY
afternoons until further notice. We are looking for
more volunteers to assist with READINGS and
COMMUNION and if we find them, we can resume
the Prayer Service. Some of our volunteers who have
helped have moved and some have assisted so long
that it's time for other things. Call the parish office
if you are interested in becoming a regular or would
like to be placed on a sub list!
BEREAVEMENT GROUP
Has the loss of a loved one left you depressed, fearful,
anxious or lonely? Perhaps you can find help through
sharing your feelings in the Bereavement Support Group
at the Church of Saint Mary. The first session will be held
on Thursday, October 16th and continues on Thursday
evenings through November 20th. Each session begins at
7:30 p.m. and ends at 9:00 p.m. in the Parish Center
located beneath the Church. Reservations are required
and can be made by contacting the parish office at [201]
438-2200. Deadline: October 13th. We look forward to
meeting you.
2015 MASSBOOK
The MASSBOOK is now open the 2015! Masses can be
reserved by coming to the Parish Center - located beneath the
Church from 9:30am to 4pm. Donations for
Sunday/Holyday/Special Masses have remained at $20.00 and
weekday Masses at $15.00. Consider reserving a Mass for
someone you love and have them remembered at a Mass here
at Saint Mary.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: We are looking for volunteers
to sit BEFORE and AFTER Masses on the weekend of
Saturday, October 4th and Sunday, October 5th in the
Narthex to make these 2015 Masses available to our
parishioners. If you would like help at a particular Mass,
please call the parish office.
RUTHERFORD HEALTH DEPARTMENT
The Health Department will sponsor a Prostate Cancer
Screeming Program for residents 45 years of age and older on
Monday, October 6th beginning at 4pm at 184 Park Avenue.
Appointments are required and can be made by contacting the
Nurses from 9am to 4pm (201) 460-3020 - Monday through
Friday.
A Multi-Phasic Blood Screeming Program is scheduled for
Friday, October 17 and Saturday, October 18. Appointments are
required. Please call the number above. A Pap Screening
Program which includes a breast and pelvic exam and a cervical
smear for a Pap test will be held between 4 and 6pm on
Wednesday, October 29th. Appointments are required. Consetta
Cheatam has volunteered her serives. Fee: $30.00.
ALTAR SERVERS
If you are a third grader or older, you can join the Altar Server
Ministry! As an Altar Server, you join Father Mike and Father
Gubernat and Deacon Jim from a birds-eye view! You can
carry the cross, a candle, or even the priest book. God may be
calling you to help right now. Are you going to answer? If so,
please contact the parish office at (201) 438-2200 or email
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