Farewell to our Fr. Frank and Fr. Joe 08-20-17SA.pdfAugust 20, 2017 Saint Mary’s Church 17 Pompton...

August 20, 2017

Saint Mary’s Church17 Pompton Avenue

Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442973-835-0374

www.stmarys-pompton.org

All are Welcome! Do Good Works Each Day— Pray, Serve, Give

Farewell to our Fr. Frank and Fr. JoeWell, we all know that time

doesn’t stand still and the time has come again for changes here at St. Mary’s!

We must bid fond farewell to two of our friars as they go on

to new responsibilities.

Fr. Frank is heading to Boston as Guardian at

Saint Anthony Shrine, and Fr. Joe has been assigned

to St. Anthony Church in Butler as Pastor.

We thank them both for all they have given to St. Mary’s in their time here with us and we wish them much success as they carry out the important work of their new positions!

Pace e Bene, Fr. Frank and Fr. Joe!

Please join us at the 12 Noon Mass this Sunday

directly followed by a reception in Downey Hall!

Mass Schedules and Para-Liturgy Service (PLS)

MONDAY thru FRIDAY—7:30 AM [Church] SATURDAY—9 AM (PLS) [Prayer Room]

Reconciliation—4:30 - 5:00 PM SatuRdayS [Church]SATURDAY EVE VIGIL—5:00 PM, 7:00 PM [Church]

SUNDAY 7:30, 9:00, 10:30 AM, 12:00 Noon, 5:00 PM [Church] 9:00 AM—Spanish Mass [Downey Hall]10:30 AM—Interpreted for hearing impaired [Church]10:30 AM—Family Liturgy [Downey Hall]

TABLE OF CONTENTS

TO CONTACT US: St. Mary’s Church Phone: 973.835.0374 Web Site: www.stmarys-pompton.org 17 Pompton Ave. FAX: 973.835.8173 email: [email protected] Pompton Lakes NJ 07442 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/St-Marys-Church-Pompton-Lakes-1098116753569696/?fref=ts

20th Sunday in Ordinary Time August 20, 2017

Altar Servers Meeting ............................. 9Baptismal Aftercare Volunteers .............. 5Baptisms ................................................ 3Bread and Wine ...................................... 3Collection Update ................................... 6Community News ................................. 14Contact Us .............................................. 2Daily Readings for the Week ................... 9Deceased Names .................................... 3EMHC Training Sessions .......................... 4Eucharistic Celebrations.......................... 3Faith Direct ............................................. 7

Food Pantry - Help Needed ..................... 8Franciscan Discernment ........................ 14Funeral Servers Meeting ......................... 9K of C Upcoming Events .......................... 9LGBT Ministry ......................................... 8Memorial Vigil Lights .............................. 2Military Personnel Names ...................... 3Ministerio Hispano de Santa María .....10-12Ministry News .....................................8/9Missionary Cooperation Appeal ..................5Offering Cards - Flowers/Bread & Wine ......2Parish Life Pics ...................................... 13

Pastoral Ministry Info ............................. 7Pathways Counseling Center ................... 9Prayer Requests ...................................... 3 Religious Ed/Faith Formation ......................7Special Needs Ministry [Giants/Jets]........ 7 Stephen Ministry Fall Training ................ 5St. Mary’s Carnival Update ..................... 6 St. Mary’s School ............................................7 The Parish Store ..................................... 9The Pastor’s Desk ................................... 4Weekly Calendar .................................... 2Youth Ministry ..........................................6

PASTOR - Fr. Gonzalo de Jesús Torres-Acosta OFM . .973.835.0374x702 [email protected] ASSISTANT TO THE PASTOR - Anne Silversey 973.835.0374x145 [email protected] VICAR Fr. Richard Husted, OFM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .973.835-0374x710 [email protected] CHRISTIAN CAREGIVING Beverly Joan Delleart, Certified Spiritual Dir . . . . . 973.835.0374x113 [email protected] Stephen miniStry, Journey With CanCer miniStry, military outreaCh DEACONS - Hal Clark, Thomas Kimak. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .973.835.0374 FOOD PANTRY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.831.4442 [email protected] MINISTRY - Milagros Anto . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.0374x703 [email protected]

MUSIC MINISTRY - Craig & Dorothy Limey . . . . . . . . . 973.835.0374x158 [email protected] aCCompaniSt - Carrie Stewart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.0374 x192 [email protected]. - Stephen Kass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.879.3102 [email protected] EDUCATION/FAITH FORMATION Mary Ann Werner, Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.7750 x102 [email protected] Debbie Borroto -rel. ed. adminiStrative aSSt. 973.835.7750x130 [email protected] - Carol La Salle, Principal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.2010 [email protected] JUSTICE - Jacquelyn Schramm . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.0374x191 [email protected] KITCHEN - Patricia Brady. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.839.2896 [email protected] NEEDS MINISTRY - Liz Schoonmaker. . . . . . . 973.835.7750x181 [email protected] DIRECTION Beverly Joan Delleart, Certified Spiritual Dir . . . . . 973.835.0374x709 [email protected] YOUTH MINISTRY - Jennifer Ferraioli . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.5594x103 [email protected] Confirmation - Patricia Newton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.5594x160 [email protected] high SChool youth miniStry - Tim Malone . . . . . . . . . 973.835.5594x117 [email protected]

Weekly CalendarMON—August 21AA Step Meeting 1:00 PM Carnevale CenterRosary Devotion 5:00 PM ChurchMedical Assistance Program 7:00 PM Carnevale CenterAA-Spanish 7:30 PM Carnevale Center

TUES—August 22AA Book Meeting 1:00 PM Carnevale CenterCentering Prayer 6:45 PM Carnevale CenterMeditation, Faith & Self Esteem 7:00 PM Carnevale Center NARANON Meeting 7:30 PM Van Vooren RoomSecular Franciscans Meeting 7:30 PM Carnevale CenterNA Meeting 7:30 PM Catherine Spina Hall WED—August 23NA HOW Meeting 7:30 PM Van Vooren Room

There is one Memorial Vigil Light available. The cost for a vigil light is $100; it will stay lit for one year. If you are

interested in a vigil light in memory of a loved one, please stop at the Parish Center and fill out a request form.

Memorial Vigil Light

Offering cards for Altar Flowers are available at the Parish Office. These make wonderful

remembrance gifts; the suggested donation is $50.

Offering cards for the Bread and Wine for the Liturgy of the Eucharist are available at the

Parish Office. These make wonderful remembrance gifts; the suggested donation is $35.

FRI—August 25Women’s AA Meeting 1:00 PM Carnevale CenterAA Spanish 7:30 PM Carnevale Center

THURS—August 24AA Men’s Meeting 1:00 PM Carnevale CenterK of C Meeting 7:30 PM Carnevale Center


MONDAY August 217:30 AM † Alan Rienstra, Ernesto Antolin L Gloria Iuso, Bernadette Shea

TUESDAY August 227:30 AM † Jenny Vasquez

WEDNESDAY August 237:30 AM † Jenny Vasquez

THURSDAY August 247:30 AM L Paula Ragucci

FRIDAY August 257:30 AM † Raffaele Maritato † James Menary

SATURDAY August 269:00 AM (PLS) Special Intention

C-Celebrant — H-Homilist

SATURDAY August 265:00 PM † Sabina Grillo, Julio Lopez C-Fr. Gonzalo † Emma Orizola, Alejandro Orizola H-Deacon Tom † Nelly Orizola

7:00 PM † Katherine Yezza C-Fr. GonzaloH-Deacon Tom

SUNDAY August 277:30 AM † Jennifer Casey C-Fr. Gonzalo H-Deacon Tom

9:00 AM † Dorothy & Patrick McHugh Sunday † Sgt. Chris Michael Harris C-Fr. Gonzalo † Sgt. Jonathan Hunter H-Deacon Tom

9:00 AM For the People of the Parish Spanish MassC/H-Fr. Enrique

10:30 AM † Rita O’Connor Kennelly (Interpreted for the † Francis Del Toro Hearing Impaired) C-Fr. Gonzalo H-Deacon Hal

10:30 AM For the People of the ParishFamily Liturgy Downey Hall C/H-Fr. Richard

12:00 PM † Margaret Hickey C-Fr. Richard † Elvira Angela Pobueloes H-Deacon Hal

5:00 PM † Margaret Killner-Collins C-Fr. Richard † Susan Gwiazda H-Deacon Hal

“...a time to be healed...” Rosemary Sevola, Matthew Polifante, Maggie B., Jerome Foray,

Carolyn Amditis, Ralph Pagano III, Patricia Brady, Barbara, Peggy, Eric, Christine, Greg, Rebecca, Hannah, Char, Pam, Frank Croker, Jim Siniscalchi,

Jim Shepard, Mary Shepard, Todd Kayal, Mirand Bohma, Frank San Telente, Dawn, Sarah, Laura, Vince, Judy, Violette, Sharon, Brian,

Angela McClane, Anne Marie Hopkins, Rob C., Kayla, B.C., E.C., Annette, Agnes Farrell, Paula Ragucci, Tom Delleart, Patty, Scott, Nicole, Janet,

Michael, Terry, Mary, Kathleen Holden, Gavin Brady

To everything there is a season and...

“...a time to serve...”Major Lawrence A. (Kip) Rainey, US MarineLt. Jessica T. Atterbury, US Navy, Afghanistan

PFC Nathan Hunt, US Marines, South CarolinaCMCN Michael LeTennier, US Navy, Little Creek, VA

Joseph P. Roberts, MCS, 29 Palms, CA PFC Sean Jennings, US Marine, Afghanistan

SPC Sean J. Carey, 10th Mountain Div., US Army, AfghanistanSGT Ryan Cronin, US Army, Ft. Riley, KS

Chris Sabatini, US Navy SO David Welsh, US Navy SO

Justin Bensinger, US Navy SOLTJG Brian Schoenig, Riverine Squadron Three, Yorktown, VA

LCpl Michael Formisano III, US Marines, AfghanistanSSG Kevin Carey, 3rd Special Forces Group, Afghanistan

SPC Brian R. Sudol, 10th Mountain Div., US Army, AfghanistanCSM Robert Hammerle, Army, Iraq

Sgt. Mark Ashley, USMC Afghanistan SGT Ryan J. Heppel, US Marines, Camp Pendleton, CA

SPC Dean V. Lucas, US Army, Afghanistan LtCol David Dean, U.S. Army, Ft. Hood, TX

LCpl Anthony Pellegrini, US Marines, OkinawaSGT Tiffany Thumann, US Army, Ft. Drum, New York

LCpl Michael Vignuli, US Marines, AfghanistanLCpl Steven John Martinelli, US Marines, Arizona

Major Daniel J. Ciccarelli, USMA, Faculty, West PointHM Jaeson Henderson, US Navy, North Carolina2nd LT Lindsey Melia Combs, National Guard, PA

LCpl Brandon Shaffer, US Marines, JapanLCpl Jake Shovlowsky, USMC, Germany

Cpl Justyn Shovlowsky, USMC, Camp Legeune, NCLCDR Matthew T. Abazia, US Navy

2nd LT. Austin Canning, US Army, Ft. Wainwright, AK2nd LT Joseph Sameski, US Army, Ft. Benning, GA2nd LT Thomas Sameski, US Army, Ft. Gordon, GA

Tyler DeVito, US Navy, Persian GulfLt. James Warren, US Navy, Bahrain

1st Lt. John C. Jensen, US Army - AfghanistanCpl. Brandon Agudelo, US Army, S. Korea

“...a time to be born...” Jared Rivera, Brayden Horcasitas, Daniel Brown, Cian Juan,

Olivia Garcia, Luke Nissan, Isabella Costa, Annabelle Valesio

Please note: to add a loved one [relative or friend] to the prayer list, please call the Parish Office at 973.835.0374 - names for healing will be listed for 30 days.

“...a time to die...”Elena Cardenas de Campos

Eucharistic CelebrationsPara-Liturgical Services (PLS)

The Bread and Wine this week have been donated in loving memory of Cecilia Tarsitano

from The Tarsitano Family.


The Pastor’s Desk

Dear Saint Mary’s Family,

My beloved sisters and brothers:

It is a great honor for me to send my first message as your new servant/pastor. I have been entrusted with the great responsibility of leading you as we continue to build the Kingdom of God here at Saint Mary’s. I beg Almighty God to show us His ways!

For more than a century, since the foundation of our home by the Franciscan Friars in 1906, Saint Mary’s has been known as a place of welcoming, fraternity and discipleship. People well know how busy we are here taking care of God’s children.

As we continue our mission as Franciscan disciples, I appeal to your generosity to reach our goal for our Annual Fund. So far this year, 489 people have made a gift toward our goal of $250,000. To date, we have raised $170,368. This annual fund is vital to the operation of the parish and it helps accomplish so many things that we might not otherwise be able to do. If you’ve never made a gift to the Annual Fund, or if it’s been a while since your last gift, please consider a gift of $25 or more this year. If you have already given this year, thank you for your generosity! Click here to make your gift today:http://registration.stmarys-pompton.com/donation/If you do not have access to a computer, please call the Parish Office at 973.835.0374 and we’ll be happy to forward you additional information

Thanks to your generous sharing of God’s blessings, we can support our ministries. For instance, giving to the Annual Fund enables us to launch new ministries that respond to the needs of our parish, such as the Good Works Gang, Saint Mary’s new adult, team-based outreach. This ministry not only touches the lives of those served but also has an impact on those serving. In the words of Bill Shafer, a volunteer from our first team project where over 91 boxes were packed for a parishioner’s relocation move: “It was truly my honor to work with an amazing group! My perspective of the experience is our discipleship in action to serve our community. To see the pure joy in the recipient’s eyes and hear her say, ‘No one ever helped me like this before and even though I will not remember your names, I will never forget all of you.’” That is God’s will in action. We all became the hands and voice of our Savior Jesus Christ!

EMHC Training Session

Thursday, September 28, 7:00 PM in church.

Are you a confirmed Catholic? Have you been considering becoming a Eucharistic Minister of Holy Communion?Fr. Richard will train new ministers for this very special ministry. Already an EMHC? Join us again for a refresher course or if you have questions. Please call or email Gisela Moore at 973.835.5841, x119 - [email protected]

This weekend, as I begin serving as your new pastor, I want to ask for your prayers, joy and commitment as we continue to build the Kingdom of God.

At Saint Mary’s we are extremely blessed with a great variety of people, gifts, needs and passions. We encounter our Lord daily as we rejoice, suffer and journey with each person that the Lord sends our way. As a community of faith, we have done much for each other. However, we can never take for granted our mission as disciples. Each day is a new opportunity to be the hands and feet of Jesus Christ here on earth in this little corner of the world we call Pompton Lakes.

Every day there are sisters and brothers who come to us looking for food, shelter and other needs that require the assistance of a social worker. We do our best, with ministries like the Food Pantry, Pathways, Stephen Ministries and the direct outreach of the friars. Unfortunately, in some cases, this help is not enough. We are looking for volunteer social workers who wish to donate a few hours of their time to serve our parish in this ministry.

Dear Saint Mary’s Social Worker: Our Lord has given you special gifts; please share them with those in need! Please contact me or Anne Silversey with your answer.

Thanks be to God for your compassionate hearts!

Your brother and servant in Christ in the spirit of Francis of Assisi, Padre Gonzalo

(The Pastor’s Desk is continued in the next column)


MISSIONARY COOPERATION PLAN

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY works well with any schedule! Come be a part of reaching out to our families with newborns!

Do you like to bake from the comfort of your home?Would you be willing to spend a few minutesto drop off a gift package at a family’s door?

Baptismal Aftercare “Care Package” Weekend August 24-26

We will prepare and deliver packages filled with prayers, baked goodies and other surprises of comfort for our “new parents.”

How can you become involved?

Do you enjoy baking? Just give Jill Timony a call at 973.492.7928.

Would you like to drop off a care package at the parents’ front door? Just give Kim Maniscalco a call at 201.424.6777.

Do you like assembling & decorating gift packages? Just give Beverly Delleart a call at 973.835.0374, ext. 113.

Baptismal Aftercare is an outreach initiative within our Christian Caregiving Ministry

We will welcome Fr. Jose Gualberto l. Villasis of the Diocese of Kalibo in the Philippines this weekend,

August 19/20.

Father’s Mission Appeal is seeking our support in providing a comprehensive hospitalization program & pension plan for the retired, elderly and sick priests of the Diocese of Kalibo. You will find an envelope in your bi-monthly packet.

Please be as generous as possible.

Are you a Good Listener?Do You Have the Gift of Compassion?

Do You Desire to Reach Out and Help

Someone in Need?

BE A PART OF OUR CARING COMMUNITYServe as a companion along someone’s journey offering

emotional & spiritual support.

Prayerfully Explore STEPHEN MINISTRY

Pastoral Ministry at Saint Mary’s

• One-to-one Christian Caregiving to those experiencing any one of life’s many challenges (ie: Family/marriage life, life transitions, cancer diagnosis, military care for those serving & veterans).

• Open to all members of our Parish.

• Formation Program and on-going Supervision/Continuing Education provided for your care and support.

• Optional Advance Training available to enter our Military Care Outreach and Journey with Cancer Ministry.

• Formation Program begins in the Fall.

Come Discover and Share your God-given GiftsTo Learn More Contact:

BEVERLY DELLEART, Ministry Director

973-835-0374 ext. 113

[email protected]


http://www.facebook.com/stmarysymhttps://twitter.com/#!/stmarysym

Contacts: 973.835.5594

High School Youth Minister: Tim Malone, ext. 117 [email protected]

Confirmation: Pat Newton, ext. 160 [email protected]

To register for any Youth Ministry event or program, visit: https://registration.stmarys-pompton.com/custom/?CFID=28322355&CFTOKEN=87570748

INSTAGRAM: stmarysymDirector: Jennifer Ferraioli, ext. 103

[email protected]

HIGH SCHOOL CONFIRMATION

CONFIRMATION PHASE 2 LEADERSMark your calendars! We will have a leader meeting on Sunday, August 27, at 6:00 PM in room 101/102 of the Carnevale Center. All leader materials and books will be distributed at this meeting. DON’T EAT BEFORE YOU COME - DINNER WILL BE SERVED!

Juniors and Seniors! There is one more Peer Ministry Training Session this summer on Saturday, August 26, from 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM in Downey Hall! Be sure to check our online registration and sign up today! The cost is $75. This training is required for all new and existing peer ministers!

DID YOU FORGET TO REGISTER for Confirmation? You can register on line or download a registration form from the Confirmation webpage. Please note that beginning September 1, you will need to come into the Youth Ministry office to register in person and will be asked to pay a $25.00 processing fee.

CONFIRMATION PHASE 2 MEETINGS START SOONConfirmation Phase 2 meetings will start September 10 for Sunday candidates and September 12 for Tuesday candidates. This first Phase 2 meeting will be for the candidate and parent/guardian.

July 2017 Sunday and Misc. Midweek Collection $78,726 Faith Direct Monthly 52,047Total Received $130,773

July 2016 Sunday and Misc. Midweek Collection $83,214Faith Direct Monthly 51,092Total Received $134,306

Decrease for July ($3,533)

Please note: There was a snowstorm one weekend in February that impacted the collection.

Collection Update

We are most grateful for your generous support given to the pastoral needs of our parish!

A HUGE THANK YOU from St. Mary’s Youth Ministry for all the amazing and wonderful school supplies that were donated over the past 2 weekends! We are overwhelmed with the great amount of items that were so generously given. They will be put to good use!! Thank you again for your generosity and support!

St. Mary’s 2017 Carnival Update

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!

There was so much to gain in just one week of hard work and dedication from all the volunteers of this year’s Carnival which resulted in a net profit of $36,000! We thank all the volunteers who so generously supported this event by showing up each night ready to do whatever was needed to make our Carnival so successful.

The St. Mary’s Carnival Committee greatly appreciates the time and hard work of our volunteers. Hope to see you all again next year!

Mary Ann Werner, Director 973-835-7750, ext. 102 [email protected]

Religious Education/Faith Formation (Grades1-8)


“LET’S START HEAVEN HERE”

For detailed information about Grades 1 through 8, go to www.stmarys-pompton.org (under Ministries - Religious

Education)

Carol La Salle, Principal

St. Mary’s School

Registration is Open for grades 1–4 and 6-8—1st graders need to register at the Religious Education Office and bring a copy of their Baptism certificate. Online registration for grades 2-4 and 6-8 closes September 1, 2017. First-come, first- served basis.NOTE: After September 1, you will need to come into the Religious Education office to register in person and will be asked to pay a $25 processing fee.

Save the Date!! Catechist Planning Meetings— 6th grade Catechists—Monday, August 28 8th grade Catechists—Wednesday, August 30 3rd grade Catechists—Wednesday, September 6 4th grade Catechists—Thursday, September 7 All meetings are 7:00 – 9:00 PM in Catherine Spina Hall.

Stephen MinistryThe Before, During & After People

Grief/Bereavement CareCompanionship for all life losses

Journey With Cancer When you or a loved one hears “You have cancer.”

Military Care OutreachFor those deployed & their families

Pastoral Ministry at Saint Mary’s

Welcoming New ParishionersTo make you feel at home in our community

Baptismal AftercareExtending our love to new parents

Giggles For God Gatherings for parents with young children

Good Works Gang Service ProjectsParishioners helping Parishioners

THE CARE CONNECTION

To receive care or to volunteerJust call Beverly Delleart, Ministry Director

973.835.0374, ext. 113

[Religious Education Office does not accept credit cards.]

2nd Grade Parents – MANDATORY– Reconciliation Meeting, Wednesday, September 20, 7:00–9:00 PM in Downey Hall, Carnevale Center on Lenox Avenue.

FaithDirect

As you are probably aware, church attendance during the summer months tends to drop off as vacations and

weekend sporting events often conflict. On the other hand, the services we provide within the parish and for the larger community continue year round, as do their associated expenses. Thus, your consistent financial support of our parish is vital to achieving our stewardship mission.

The easiest way to be sure that your gift of treasure reaches us, even when you can’t be here, is through enrollment in our electronic offertory program: Faith Direct. If you have not yet enrolled, please consider doing so this month.

Enrollment forms are available in the church office or you can visit Faith Direct’s secure website www.faithdirect.net to enroll online. Our parish code is NJ23

Congratulations!

Giants Tickets: Ron RadschartJets Tickets: Peter Sarf

Thank you to all who purchased and sold the Giants/Jets season tickets for the Special Needs Ministry. This fundraiser would not be a success without your participation. Thank you.

Giants/Jets Raffle Ticket Winners!

Religious Education/Faith Formation Grades 1-8

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Closed Friday

Special Needs Ministry


Ministry News

What’s Needed Now—Deodorant, Tuna Helper, Parmalot Whole Milk, Ramen Noodles, Pancake Mix, Pancake Syrup, Canned Corn, Spam, Mayo,Cake Mixes and Icing, Canned Potatoes, Salad Dressing, Garbanzo Beans

Food Pantry News

Thank you for your very generous response to this month’s targeted food drive - many families are eating well this month due to YOUR generosity!

Please note: When donating food, check the expiration dates. Outdated food must be thrown out.

LGBT Ministry—PRAY - SERVE - GIVE - All are welcome!

The LGBT Ministry at St. Mary’s is inspired to action by the charism of St. Francis of Assisi to welcome, worship and

witness. By welcoming, celebrating and engaging, we are an example to our Catholic Community in fostering an inclusive environment. We have regular gatherings, social events, guest presenters, days and evenings of prayer and reflection.

Targeted Food Drive: SEPTEMBER 9-10—Coffee, Instant Coffee, Dish Detergent, Ketchup, Mustard, Pudding Snack Packs, Shampoo and Conditioner, Jelly, Peanut Butter

We need BOTH paper and plastic grocery bags. Thank you

Contact us via email: Roy Corson at [email protected].

Outreach—We will be accepting your loose change— no bills—next weekend, August 26 and 27; proceeds from this monthly collection will benefit our Outreach Program.

Project LINC—A program of the Aging Services Depart-ment of Catholic Family and Community Services which serves seniors who live in upper Passaic County, taking them to medical and other appointments as needed. Shopping is also available. Call 973.209.0123, ext. 3112 for further details. New volunteers are always welcome!

St. Mary’s Seniors of Pompton Lakes—Join us on a trip to Resorts Casino, Atlantic City on Wednesday, September 6, 12:00 - 6:00 PM. Cost is $20; $25 free slot play. Bus leaves Pompton Lakes 9:15 AM. Call Madeline Morse 973.835.3344 or Jo Usinowicz 973.616.0980.

Soup Kitchen—Help needed to give out pans for ziti and brownies after all masses on September 10; please call Pat Brady, 973.839.2896, and leave your name and phone number.

Rosary Devotion—Please join us for the 5:00 PM Rosary on Mondays in church [Rosary brochures available.]

Please Note—The Targeted Food Drive is held on the 2nd Sunday of each month; the box truck, manned by the Boy Scouts, will be parked in the parking lot for your donations.

The Food Pantry is currently looking for a second driver to drive the box truck to pick up food

once a month. The hours would be on Friday from approximately 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM.

If you can help, please contact the Food Pantry at 973.831.4442 or [email protected]

St. Mary’s Harvest Moon Singles’ Dance—Saturday, September 30, 8:00 PM at the Carnevale Center. $15 admission (tickets sold at the door only), includes beer/wine (limit of two drinks), unlimited nonalcoholic beverages, munchies, door prizes and entertainment by DJ Joey Maniscalco. ALL ARE WELCOME! See you on Sept. 30.

Q: Who eats the food donated to St. Mary’s food pantry?A: 160 Families; 462 people; 38 seniors [age 65+], 50+ single people; 185 children [age 18 and younger]

Q: In what towns do these people live ?A: Pompton Lakes, Wanaque, Haskell, Bloomingdale and Butler, OR any neighboring town that does not have its own food pantry.

They deeply appreciate your donations of food, gift cards, and cash!


Licensed ProfessionaL counseLors and Licensed cLinicaL sociaL Workers Wanted Pathway’s Counseling Center is hiring Licensed Professional Counselors and Licensed Clinical Social Workers. If you or someone you know is looking for a rewarding opportunity to work with children, individuals and families, please contact Dr. Pamela Hall, our Clinical Director, to discuss these opportunities. Please email all resumés to: [email protected]

The Parish StoreReligious Articles & Gifts

326 Wanaque Ave., Pompton Lakes973.835.0009

[email protected]

Summer Hours [July-August]

Tuesday - Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

K of C Upcoming Events

Rat Pack Flashback [with the music of Dino, Frank and Sammy]; featuring Dave DeLuca. Saturday, October 14, 7:30 PM, Carnevale Center.

$25/per person [includes beer, wine, soda, coffee, tea, light fare and desserts].

For tickets or more information www.kofc3801.org or call Jeff Roepke 973.835.3357

K of C Golf Outing, Friday, September 22.

Skyview Golf Course, Sparta, NJ$125 per golfer [includes 18 holes of golf, cart rental, continental breakfast, Deluxe BBQ lunch including beer & soda, wide variety of prizes and giveaways].

Hole-in-one contest and putting contest.

Contact Chris Arts 973.492.2708 or www.kofc3801.org

Altar ServersSeptember is always a month of new beginnings. There

will be a meeting of all our Altar Servers at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, September 13, in the church. We ask all our servers to make a special effort to attend. Anyone who has received their First Communion and would like to become an Altar Server is invited to come to the meeting. Thank you for your faithfulness!

Funeral ServersIt has been some time since we gathered to share thoughts and

questions about this ministry. There will be a meeting of all our Funeral Servers at 7:00 PM, Thursday, September 27, in church. Anyone else who might be interested in this ministry is also welcome to come to the meeting. Your service at funerals makes an important difference. Thank You!

Daily Readings for the WeekTwentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sunday: Is 56:1, 6-7; Rom 11:13-15, 29-32; Mt 15:21-28Monday: Jgs 2:11-19; Mt 19:16-22Tuesday: Jgs 6:11-24a; Mt 19:23-30Wednesday: Jgs 9:6-15; Mt 20:1-16Thursday: Rv 21:9b-14; Jn 1:45-51

Friday: Ru 1:1, 3-6, 14b-16, 22; Mt 22:34-40Saturday: Ru 2:1-3, 8-11, 4:13-17; Mt 23:1-12

Pathways Counseling Center, Inc.16 Pompton Avenue, Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442

973.835.6337

Dr. Pamela Hall, Clinical DirectorCarol Kemmerer Email: [email protected] V. Cupo, Board of Trustees Vice PresidentWebsite: www.pathwayscounseling.orgFax: 973.616.4688

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We offer quality and affordable mental health counseling. Our doors are always open to those in need of counsel, working with you to create a healthier life one person, one couple, one family at a time.

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Ministerio Hispano de Santa MaríaNuestros Líderes Párroco: Padre Gonzalo de Jesús Torres-Acosta, ofm 973. 835 .0374 ext 702. [email protected] del Ministerio Hispano: Milagros Anto 973.835. 0374, ext 703 o 201.841.0269 (lunes a viernes de 4 pm a 9 pm) [email protected] Comité Hispano: Andrés & Digna Mesa, Antonio & Guadalupe Xochipa, Raúl & Nubia Tamayo, Valentín León, Luz A. Quiñones, Lourdes Huertas, Angelina Nuci, Judith Navarro, Carmen Lagunes, Elvira Guerrero, Ana María Cadena, Elaine & Jesús Bandala, Pedro Pérez Rodriguez, Joseph Sánchez.

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Misa en EspañolLos domingos a las 9:00 AM en el Centro Carnevale (10 Lenox Ave, Pompton Lakes, NJ). Durante el año celebramos varias eucaristías en la iglesia principal. Algunas celebraciones son bilingües como la Fiesta de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe, la Vigilia Pascual, y el Día de Acción de Gracias (Thanksgiving)

Rito de Iniciación Cristiana para Adultos (RICA) El propósito primario de RICA es la iniciación de los adultos y niños no bautizados que han llegado a la edad de la razón; sin embargo, el Rito también se extienda a los adultos bautizados pero no catequizados. Los Sacramentos se reciben durante la Vigilia Pascual, en la noche del Sábado Santo. Información: Milagros Anto, o Padre Gonzalo. Los adultos que desean prepararse para los Sacramentos de Iniciación en inglés deben llamar la señora Beverly Kass, Directora de RCIA, al tel 973 229 1134, [email protected]

El Proceso de Encuentro en la pastoral hispana/latina ha sido una vivencia profundamente eclesial. Es motivado por la lectura de los signos de los tiempos y convocado por los obispos, quienes llaman al pueblo hispano/latino à elevar su voz profética. En el contexto de este diálogo entre los obispos y el pueblo se vive una pastoral de conjunto iluminada por una eclesiología de comunión y una vocación misionera que busca llegar hasta aquellos que se encuentran alejados de la vida y de la visión de la iglesia. El objetivo central del Proceso de Encuentro es discernir la respuesta pastoral de la iglesia hacia la presencia hispana/latina y potenciar la respuesta del pueblo hispano/latino como iglesia.

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Clases de Guitarra para adolescentes (8 a 14 años) en el verano con Angelina Nuci. Martes junio 27, julio 18 y 25, agosto 1, 8, 15, 22 y 29 – 5 PM a 7 PM. Carnavale Center- Cuarto 010 – cupo máximo de 10 jóvenes – donación por las 8 clases: $20. Cada alumno debe traer su propia guitarra

Formación de Fe para Adultos- Semillitas de Fe - (Adult Faith Formation)El Grupo Semillitas de Fe promueve el compromiso social y la íntima conexión entre la fe y el amor hacia el prójimo. Se busca el desarrollo spiritual de los que anhelan profundizar la práctica de su fe en un ambiente tan desafiante como el de hoy y en el que somos llamados para la Nueva Evangelización, como nos invita el Papa Francisco: “vayan sin miedo a servir.” Los interesados deben inscribirse con Antonio & Guadalupe Xochipa (973 861 5958). El grupo se reúne el segundo y el cuarto domingos de cada mes a la 6-9PM en el Salón de Conferencias – contiguo a la Capilla (Prayer Room)

20 DE AGOSTO DE 2017—VEINTEAVO DOMINGO ORDINARIOAt that time, Jesus withdrew to the region of Tyre and Sidon. And behold, a Canaanite woman of that district came and called out, “Have pity on me, Lord, Son of David! My daughter is tormented by a demon.” But Jesus did not say a word in answer to her. Jesus’ disciples came and asked him, “Send her away, for she keeps calling out after us.” He said in reply, “I was sent only to the lost sheep of the house of Israel.” But the woman came and did Jesus homage, saying, “Lord, help me.” He said in reply, “It is not right to take the food of the children and throw it to the dogs.” She said, “Please, Lord, for even the dogs eat the scraps that fall from the table of their masters.” Then Jesus said to her in reply, “O woman, great is your faith! Let it be done for you as you wish.” And the woman’s daughter was healed from that hour. Mateo 15:21-28

MARTES 22 DE AGOSTO 2017- Memoria de Nuestra Señora María ReinaHoy, la Iglesia nos invita a mirar a Nuestra Señora como Reina. Pero no como reina con corona de oro, con un séquito distinguido y señorial. Esta Reina es la primera en servir. Como podemos leer en Lucas, a pesar de no comprender totalmente las palabras del Ángel, María dice: «He aquí la esclava del Señor» (Lc 1,38). La Virgen es una señal de cómo Dios mira a la humanidad: la humildad es el primer y último criterio a seguir. Encontramos en su Hijo, Jesucristo, Aquél que vive mejor esta humildad, hasta el punto de entregar su propia vida.

JUEVES 24 DE AGOSTO, 2017 -Fiesta de San Bartolomé, ApóstolBartolomé, también llamado Nathanael, fue uno de los Apóstoles de Jesús. Es mencionado en los tres evangelios sinópticos, siempre en compañía de Felipe. San Bartolomé es el patrón de aquellos que trabajan las pieles, fabrican o usan cuero, guantes, abrigos, cinturones y botas. También de los(as) modistos(as) por llevar su piel sobre los brazos. Es sanador de las convulsiones, crisis espasmódicas y enfermedades nerviosas en general.


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Preparación Matrimonial en español Ante todo les invitamos a HABLAR CON EL SACERDOTE, para acompañarlos en su decisión libre y madura. Esto evita trámites, tiempo y gastos innecesarios. Los requisitos son diferentes depen-diendo de la situación de cada pareja. Información: Padre Gonzalo.

Acompañamiento EspiritualPor favor solicitar una cita con el Padre Gonzalo para poder servirle. Este será un dialogo confidencial y en la presencia del Espíritu Santo. Si usted es bilingüe puede solicitar una cita con cualquiera de los cuatro frailes en la parroquia (Padres Frank, Richard o Joe). También puede hablar con Milagros Anto.

Sacramento de la Reconciliación (Confesión)—En el año realizamos varias jornadas de Reconciliación (Confesión), especial-mente en Cuaresma y Adviento. Todos los sábados a las 4:30 PM un sacerdote está disponible en el confesionario de la iglesia principal para escuchar su Confesión en inglés. Si desea confesarse en español, por favor hacer una cita con el Padre Gonzalo.

Bendición del Hogar, la Oficina y el CarroCon mucho gusto poder servirle. Es hacer presente a Dios en nuestro hogar, lugar de trabajo o vehículo. Por favor comunicarse con el Padre Gonzalo.

Catequesis/Preparación para la Primera Comunión en español Este programa consiste de 2 años de preparación de septiembre a junio. Las clases son los martes a las 6:30 PM en el Centro Carnevale (10 Lenox Avenue, Pompton Lakes, NJ, 07442). Requisitos: Partida de Bautismo y tener entre 8 a 13 años de edad. Nuestra directora es Angelina Nuci. Colabora como catequista en este programa Esmeralda Vargas. Información: Milagros Anto, o Angelina Nuci (973.866.8431) [email protected]. Si desea que su hijo(a) se prepare en inglés debe comunicarse con la señora Mary Ann Werner, la Directora Parroquial de Educación Religiosa, al tel 973.835.7750, ext 102, [email protected]

Preparación para la Confirmación en españolEste programa consiste de 2 años de preparación de septiembre a junio. Es un camino juvenil muy interesante y una oportunidad para crecer en la Fe Católica. Requisitos: Partida de Bautismo, certeza de que ha hecho la Primera Comunión, padrinos y estar cursando la escuela secundaria. Las clases son los miércoles a las 6:30 PM en el Centro Carnevale (10 Lenox Avenue, Pompton Lakes, NJ, 07442). Nuestra directora es Milagros Anto. Colabora como catequista Samuel Sánchez; ayudado por Kimberly Díaz, Belinda Orellano–Rojas, Marissa Diaz, Luis y Erick Herrera, Oscar García y Cariño. Información: Milagros Anto. Si desea que su hijo(a) se prepare para la Confirmación en inglés debe comunicarse con la señora Pat Newton, la Coordinadora Parroquial de Confirmación, at 973.835.5594 ext 160 ([email protected])

Visita y Sacramento de Unción de los EnfermosLos enfermos necesitan ser acompañados por su familia. La Iglesia es una Gran Familia. Permítanos organizar la visita semanal, para acompañar, dialogar, escuchar, compartir un tiempo con el enfermo o el adulto mayor que ya no puede venir solo a la Eucaristía. Por favor comunicarse con Milagros Anto o el Padre Gonzalo.

Quinceañeras En México y otros países de Latinoamérica, la celebración de la Quinceañera comienza con una Misa de agradecimiento. La quinceañera llega a la iglesia con sus padres, padrinos y la corte de honor (las damas y los chambelanes). Para más información por favor comunicarse con el Padre Gonzalo

Alcohólicos Anónimos- AA in Spanish at Saint Mary’s Church ¿Sabías que el alcoholismo es una enfermedad progresiva y de consecuencias fatales?Alcohólicos Anónimos invita a la comunidad a las reuniones para hombres y mujeres. El grupo AA en español empezará este viernes 8 de Julio en el cuarto 201 (segundo piso) del Centro Carnevale. Serán 2 reuniones semanales lunes y viernes. de 8:00PM a 10:00PM. En el Centro Carnevale de la Iglesia de Santa María- 10 Lenox Avenue, Pompton Lakes NJ, 07442. ¡Tu familia también sufre! ¿Estás desesperado y no sabes cómo parar de beber? Nosotros te podemos ayudar. No esperes hasta quedarte en la calle ¡NO FALTES TE ESPERAMOS!

Bautismos en español Requisitos: Certificado de Nacimiento del(a) niño(a), padrinos y asistir a una clase antes de la celebración del Sacramento (padres y padrinos). Las clases se dictan en el Centro Carnevale (10 Lenox Avenue, Pompton Lakes, NJ, 07442). Información: Milagros Anto, o Padre Gonzalo. Si desea bautizar su hijo(a) en inglés debe asistir a una clase y llamar a la secretaria parroquial Claire Fagan 973.835.5841, ext 120.

Clases de InglésClases Gratis de inglés en la Iglesia de Santa María - Las clases de inglés para adultos y jóvenes todos los lunes y miércoles 7:30 - 9:00 PM en el sótano del Centro Carnevale. Hablar inglés nos abre muchas puertas. Nuestros voluntarios son maestros profesionales. English Language Learning Classes for adults new to the United States. Mondays and Wednesdays: 7:30 - 9:00 PM, downstairs in the Carnevale Center.

Clases de GEDClases de GED (General Equivalency Diploma) en nuestra Iglesia de Santa María- después de la Misa de español en el Centro Carnevale. Este examen es el equivalente al diploma de la escuela secundaria. Las Clases son en español. Información: Milagros Anto.


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Necesitamos voluntarios para los siguientes ministerios. Nosotros los prepararemos: Ministerio Musical. Es el ministerio de alabanza a Dios por medio del canto. Si quiere ser parte del coro en español, cantando o tocando algún instrumento, por favor comunicarse con nuestro Director Musical, Joaquín Díaz 862 377 1699 [email protected] Ministerio de Proclamadores de la Palabra. Por favor comunicarse con Milagros Anto o Judith Navarro (862 579 0037)

Monaguillos. Los acólitos ayudan al Celebrante (Sacerdote) en el altar durante las misas dominicales, en las bodas y fiestas especiales del año. Son elegibles para este ministerio jóvenes, niños y niñas, desde el quinto año escolar hasta la escuela secundaria que hayan recibido la Primera Comunión, o que se estén preparando para recibirla. En este servicio, los jóvenes crecen en su vida de fe, al mismo tiempo que aprenden a servir a otros en la comunidad. Si está interesado en que su hijo(a) sirva en el Altar por favor comunicarse con las coordinadoras Angelina Nuci (973 866 8431) [email protected]

Ministros de la Eucaristía: Los ministros de la Eucaristía sirven a la comunidad durante las misas de la semana, fin de semana, domingos y días de fiesta, ayudando a distribuir el Cuerpo y la Sangre de Jesucristo durante el rito de la comunión. Coordinador: Ana Cadena (201 665 8020)

Ministros de la Hospitalidad - Ujieres Para nosotros en Santa María, el ministerio de la hospitalidad es muy importante. Nos esforzamos para que todas las personas se sientan bienvenidas a nuestra parroquia. Los ministros de la hospitalidad saludan a todos los que entran en la iglesia, distribuyen los boletines y ayudan a recoger la colecta semanal. Por favor comunicarse con Marissa Díaz (862-668-5515 - [email protected])Ujieres Informes con Valentín León (862 200 3181)

Visita de la Virgen Peregrina:Si desea llevar a casa por una semana la imagen de Nuestra Santísima Madre María para orar por las necesidades de su familia, nuestra parroquia, la Iglesia y el mundo, por favor reservar con Marissa Díaz (862-668-5515- [email protected])

Ministerio Pastoral de San Esteban en Santa María – Saint Stephen Ministry ¿Tiene problemas familiares, o siente soledad? ¿Es usted nuevo(a) en el área? ¿Ha perdido a un ser querido? ¿Ha sido usted o un allegado diagnosticado(a) con cáncer? ¿Sufre de alguna enfermedad crónica? ¿Ha regresado del servicio militar? No importa por lo que está pasando, en nuestra parroquia tenemos la disponibilidad y los recursos para ayudarle. Este ministerio es bilingüe. Llame a Beverly Delleart, Directora del Ministerio Pastoral y Cuidado Cristiano de San Esteban, al 973-835-0374, ext. 113 ([email protected]). Somos el Rostro de Cristo para aquellos que necesitan compañía. Todas las llamadas son confidenciales. No hay cargos monetarios previstos. Interesados en ser voluntarios en nuestro ministerio, por favor llamar al número antes mencionado. También puede comunicarse con el Padre Gonzalo

Se necesitan voluntarios para servir en el COMEDOR COMUNITARIO de la Iglesia del Sagrado Corazón en Jersey City, una vez al mes. La próxima visita será el sábado 19 de agosto. Es una gran oportunidad para brindar nuestra compañía y un plato de comida a personas, incluidos muchos niños, que están pasando por un momento difícil. Informes con el Padre GonzaloO por favor enviar un correo electrónico directamente a: Pat Brady [email protected].

Escuela Católica de Santa María (Pre-Kinder a Grado Octavo)Nuestra Escuela de Santa María (St. Mary’s School) es una comunidad de fe conformada por nuestros alumnos, padres, maestros y frailes franciscanos. Nuestra misión es “educar a los niños en todos los aspectos de la vida, espiritual, emocional, social y académicamente, a través de los esfuerzos de colaboración de los maestros y los padres cuyas, vidas reflejen el mensaje del Evangelio.” Para mayor información por favor llamar al tel 973.835.2010, o escribirle a la secretaria general, la señora Mary Anne Smith, [email protected]. También pue-den solicitar la asistencia del padre Gonzalo. No permitan que el idioma sea una barrera para que sus hijos reciban una buena educación católica. ¡Comuníquense con nosotros!

El Centro de Consejería Pathways es una agencia sin ánimo de lucro dedicada al cuidado de la salud mental. Es un ministerio de nuestra parroquia. Ofrecemos una gran variedad de servicios de salud mental para familias, niños y todas las personas sin importar su religión, edad, raza, u orientación sexual. Las puertas están abiertas para todos los que necesitan consejería. Si usted o algún conocido necesita ayuda visítenos en: 16 Pompton Avenue, Pompton Lakes, New Jersey 07442 [al frente de la iglesia principal] o por favor llame a 973.835.6337 o visite la página web http://www.pathwayscounseling.org/.

Summer English Language Learner (ELL) Program—Programa de Aprendizaje del Inglés de Verano (ELL). Un curso de verano comenzará el lunes, 16 de junio. Las clases se desarrollarán hasta el 2 de agosto y se celebrarán en el centro de Carnevale los lunes y miércoles (excepto la semana del carnaval). Este programa se dedicará a nivel uno (muy poco inglés) y nivel dos (algún comando de inglés). Inscripciones serán el 19 junio.

Despensa de Comida de Santa María. Esta despensa gratuita de comida o Food Pantry es un ministerio de nuestra parroquia que ayuda a aproximadamente 175 familias a la semana (o sea aproximadamente 480 personas entre niños y adultos). Si usted o algún conocido necesita un mercado de emergencia, por favor visite nuestra despensa en 22 Lakeside Avenue, Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442 (en la parte baja del estacionamiento municipal) [email protected]

Programa de Asistencia Médica de la Iglesia de Santa María. Todos los lunes de 7 a 9 PM un grupo de doctores y enfermeras voluntarios atienden las necesidades básicas de las personas que no cuentan con seguro medico. Ellos vienen del Hospital de San José en Paterson. No se necesita cita previa. La clínica se encuentra localizada en el sótano del Centro Carnevale (10 Lenox Ave. Pompton Lakes, NJ) en el salón 003. Se cuenta con un intérprete al español.


St. Mary’s Youth Ministry - Antioch Retreat 2017


“Holy Name Province is an evangelical and missionary fraternity called to minister in the Eastern United States and abroad. Rooted in the Catholic and Franciscan tradition, we are disciples of Christ who seek to bring the Gospel into the everyday experience of all people through Franciscan witness, popular preaching, teaching and pastoral leadership. We foster Christian discipleship by collaborating with those whom we serve and by standing in solidarity with all people, especially the alienated, the immigrant and the poor.”

Northern NJ Franciscan Discernment Community

The Franciscan Friars of Holy Name Province invite single men between the ages of 18 to 45 interested in learning

more about Franciscan Life to join our fraternity for Evening Prayer and dinner (in Butler, Wood-Ridge, Paterson, Ringwood and Pompton Lakes). For more information and reservation, please contact our local Vocational Director, Fr. Gonzalo Torres, OFM at [email protected] or 973.835.0374, ext. 702.

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A Powerful Series on Our Blessed MotherMary: A Biblical Walk with the Blessed Mother is an eight-week series offered at St. Anthony of Padua Church in Butler beginning Thursday, September 28, at 11:00 AM and repeated at 7:00 in the Parish Office.

There is no fee. For more information call Cathy Zittel, 973.838.4656 or email Terri Scarola [email protected].

Pompton Lakes Health Department—Free Hearing Screening—Thursday, September 28, 4-7 PM

S.M.A.C Blood Screening—Saturday, October 14, 8 - 10AMCost: $25. 12-hr fast necessary; pre-registration required. Call 973.835.0143, ext 235 for additional info and tests.

Flue Vaccine Clinics—$15 fee [Medicare Part B - free—Saturday, October 14; Monday, October 23; Monday, November 6. Call 973.835.0143, ext 235 for times and to register.

Carotid Artery & Thyroid Screening—Wednesday, November 1, 10 AM - 12 PM. Call 973.835.0143, ext 235 for appointment.

All tests done at Pompton Lakes Municipal Building, 25 Lenox Avenue.

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