Our Mission Statement “Recognizing that we are the Body of Christ, the Catholic Community of Our Lady of the Mountain is called to live the Gospel. We desire to express our commitment to this call through praise-filled celebration, which culminates in our being sent into the community to actively reach out to others. Thus, we seek to grow in Christian love.”

2 East Springtown Road, Long Valley, NJ 07853 908-876-4395 ~ Fax 908-876-3744 www.ourladyofthemountain.org

Staff Rev. Msgr. Joseph J. Goode, Pastor cell 973-945-4045 email pastor.olm@comcast.net Rev. Daniel Chajkowski, Parochial Vicar cell 908-455-2588 email frdanc@comcast.net Rev. Slawomir Tomaszewski, Parochial Vicar email frslawomir@comcast.net Parish Bookkeeper – Joanne Solecki email olmjs@comcast.net Parish Secretary – Kim Smith email olmkims@comcast.net Ministries Altar Servers, Tara Ligos. .................................. 876-4395 Baptism Preparation, Jim Jones ....................... 876-4395 Children's Liturgy, Debi Pinelli ......................... 813-1982 Ch. Trustees, Herb Mitschele, Bruce Haskell, Al Leier Columbiettes, Nancy Lennon ............................ 852-9362 Eucharistic Ministers, Cindy Jones .................... 684-0661 Evangel.,Renny Hodgskin, Jim McMenamin .... 876-4395 Food Pantry Director, Traci Geraghty .............. 876-4003 Gift Shop, Fran Clary ........................................ 852-5779 Hospitality, Martin/Gerry/Brian Grogan .......... 452-5110 Knights of Columbus, John Clary ..................... 852-5779 Lectors, Chris Latran ......................................... 852-9341 Music/Choir Director, Robin Paradise… .... 973-600-7434 R.C.I.A., Nick Ardito ................................. 908-452-5434 Rosary Altar Society, Linda Richartz ............... 876-9601 Sacristan, Linda Richartz .................................. 876-4395 Ushers, Father Joe ............................................. 876-4395 Visiting Ministry, Deacon Bob Head ................. 684-8399 Vocation Liaison, Father Joe ........................... 876-4395 Weddings, Kim Smith ....................................... 876-4395 Youth Ministry, ................................................. 876-5024 ministrytoyouth@comcast.net

Parish Office Hours Monday ~ Friday, 9:00AM – 3:00PM Labor Day ~ Memorial Day

Served By Rev. Msgr. Raymond Lopatesky, Weekend Assistant Rev. Edward Davey, Senior Priest Assistant Rev. Msgr. Peter McHugh, Senior Priest Assistant Deacon Thomas P. Gibbons Deacon Robert C. Head Deacon Nicholas Ardito Deacon James Jones Religious Education Program Director: KellyAnn Tell 908-876-4003 email dreolm@comcast.net Grades K-6 September ~ April - Sundays Grades 7-10 September ~April - alternate Mondays FOR EMERGENCIES ONLY during class times, on Sundays or Mondays, please call 908-876-5024

Mass Schedule Saturday 5:00PM and 7:00PM Sunday 7:45AM, 9:15AM, 10:45AM, 12:15PM

12:15PM Teen Mass, 1st Sunday of the Month, October ~ March.

Weekdays 9:30AM Monday ~ Friday Holy Days Vigil 7:30PM

Holy Day 9:30AM and 7:30PM Parish Registration: Registration forms are available in the office or can be found on the church website Sacrament of Reconciliation (Penance) Saturday 4:15PM or by appointment. Baptism The sacrament of Baptism is celebrated every Sunday at 1:30PM (with a few exceptions). Please call the Parish Office to schedule a time. A Baptism Preparation class is required for first time parents. Marriage One of the parties must be a bona fide member of the parish for at least one year prior to making arrangements. Arrangements should be made at least one year in advance. Hospital Visitation Please notify the Parish Office when a member of the family is in the hospital or homebound.

SATURDAY January 14, 2017 5:00PM Paul Shernce Paul Arabas John McNary Louis Girgenti 7:00PM OLM Parishioners SUNDAY January 15, 2017 7:45AM Mary Kris 9:15AM Daniel DePaul Anna Balestrieri 10:45AM Linda Gallagher Patricia Guichard Joseph Meola 12:15PM Nancy Miklius Martin Brett MONDAY January 16, 2017 9:30AM Maria Costeira TUESDAY January 17, 2017 9:30AM Margaret “Peggy” Rowland WEDNESDAY January 18, 2017 9:30AM Christian Unity THURSDAY January 19, 2017 9:30AM Peter Stanzione FRIDAY January 20, 2017 9:30AM John Krayniak (31st Ann) Warren “Toby” Rowland President Donald Trump & Vice President Michael Pence SATURDAY January 21, 2017 5:00PM Paul Arabas 7:00PM OLM Parishioners SUNDAY January 22, 2017 7:45AM Rosaline, Kathy & Joann Peach 9:15AM Michael Schubick For the Unborn 10:45AM Linda Gallagher Michael A. Feula 12:15PM Maureen Garry Paul Uhl

January 7-8 $ 7,737.10 Monthly $ 330.00 Solemnity of Mary $ 193.00 Our Lady’s Cupboard $ 125.00 Total $ 8,385.10 Grocery Card sales for 2016 $93,110.00 with a profit of $4,655.50 Faith Direct Donations in December $10,696.00 THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!! Reminder: If you attend Mass at either St. Luke’s or St. Mark’s you can drop your Our Lady of the Mountain envelope in the collection basket and it will be credited as your donation to Our Lady of the Mountain.

Faith Direct The twelve days of Christmas culminate with the celebration of the wonderful feast of Epiphany. I am thankful for all the generous gifts that you provide to our parish, but I realize that you cannot be with us every Sunday of the year. Please consider using our secure electronic giving program, Faith Direct. Faith Direct will automatically process any offertory or second collections donations of your choosing. Visit www.faithdirect.net and use our church code: NJ568 Thank you for your continued support of our parish family! God Bless You, Fr. Joe

Mass Ministers

SATURDAY, January 21 5:00PM Rev. John Andrew Lector: Dolores Reagle Ministers: B. & K. Hartman, B. Haskell, C. & M. Huson, N. Ochwat,

M. Parsons, C. Petronella, K. Smith Servers: SERVERS NEEDED 7:00PM Rev. John Andrew Lector: Barbara Froetscher Ministers: Ann & Paul Greszczak, A. Lane, G. Wagner Servers: SERVERS NEEDED SUNDAY, January 22 7:45AM Rev. Msgr. Joseph J. Goode Lector: Bob McLoughlin Ministers: F. Iervolino, C. & P. Latran, A. & J. Leier, W. Lublanecki,

L. Mazzei, S. & L. Polakowski Servers: SERVERS NEEDED 9:15AM Rev. Msgr. Raymond Lopatesky – Dn. Bob Lector: Linda Richartz Ministers: P. Head, F. & M. Kessler, M. Levens, A. Mackie, B.

McGuire, B. McKevitt, K. Nelson Servers: SERVERS NEEDED 10:45AM Rev. Msgr. Raymond Lopatesky Lector: Josephine Mazzeo Ministers: B. & G. Grogan, K. Jusko, S. & V. Lombardo, D. Meyer, L.

Monteforte, C. Sturla, H. VanOrman Servers: SERVERS NEEDED 12:15PM Rev. Daniel Chajkowski – Dn. Nick Lector: Janet Marino Ministers: K. Doskotz, P. Hodgskin, G. & J. Narnajo, J. Scala, I.

Vieira Servers: SERVERS NEEDED

MASSES AT ST. MARKS

SATURDAY, January 21 5:30PM Rev. Msgr. Joseph J. Goode – Dn. Jim SUNDAY, January 22 8:00AM Rev. Daniel Chajkowski 9:30AM Rev. Daniel Chajkowski 11:00AM Rev. Msgr. Joseph J. Goode – Dn. Tom

January 15, 2017 ~ 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

IN THE SPIRIT OF JOHN THE BAPTIST… In the Gospel St. John he writes about the reaction of John the Baptist upon seeing Jesus coming for baptism. He calls out in recognition that Jesus is the promised one, the Lamb of God, the redeemer and hope of all his people. The significance in encounter for us is that it reminds us that we too are to be people who recognize the presence of Jesus among us. Christmas gave us time to reflect upon the wonderful love that God has for us by letting Jesus be born into human nature. The reason however that Jesus was born among us was his birth was only the beginning of the sign of God’s love. Jesus by his life, death and resurrection completes what Christmas only began. Once we recognize Jesus present in our lives, we are called to go forth and announce his presence to others. Our own baptisms were a sign of our recognition of Jesus. Our baptism like Jesus’ sends us forth to announce the Good News. This is not a simple task. Some people do not accept what Jesus stands for. There are still people whose hearts have been hardened by sin and selfishness. To be a follower of Jesus, whom we recognize as God among us, means that each day our words and actions should allow people to see that we do all things in love because of the love that God has given to us through Jesus. This is not always easy. It is a challenging task to proclaim of the Good News of Jesus to a world that often does not want to hear it. But do not be afraid for Jesus is with us…Fr. Joe CONGRATULATIONS TO SECOND GRADERS… They received the Sacrament of Reconciliation for the first time Saturday morning. Keep this special parish group of young people in your prayers as they now begin their preparation for the Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist that they will receive in May… THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK… "Let each of us accept the truth of the following statement and try to make it our most fundamental principle: Christ's teaching will never let us down, while worldly wisdom always will. Christ Himself said that this sort of wisdom was like a house with nothing but sand as its foundation, while His own was like a building with solid rock as its foundation." — St. Vincent de Paul -- worked among the poor in Paris. WHY WE ARE CATHOLIC… We are Catholic because we believe: The presentation of Jesus in the temple shows him to be the firstborn Son who belongs to the Lord. With Simeon and Anna, all Israel awaits its encounter with the Savior-the name given to this event in the Byzantine tradition. Jesus is recognized as the long-expected Messiah, the "light to the nations" and the "glory of Israel", but also "a sign that is spoken against". The sword of

sorrow predicted for Mary announces Christ's perfect and unique oblation on the cross that will impart the salvation God had "prepared in the presence of all peoples". The Catechism of the Catholic Church 529 ST. LUKE CATHOLIC PRESCHOOL PROGRAM… Registration for the 2017-2018 School Year Will be held during the months of January and February 2017 Tuesday through Thursday from 12 to 1 pm at the Preschool If that time doesn’t work, you can bring the Registration To the St. Luke Office Forms are located in the Gathering Room and Can also be accessed on the St. Luke website at www.stlukeparishlv.com Upon Registration, a $50 non-refundable check is required to Reserve your child’s enrollment. If you have any questions, please e-mail us at preschool@stlukelv.org WHY CATHOLIC… We are Catholic because we believe: The flight into Egypt and the massacre of the innocents make manifest the opposition of darkness to the light: "He came to his own home, and his own people received him not." Christ's whole life was lived under the sign of persecution. His own share it with him. Jesus' departure from Egypt recalls the exodus and presents him as the definitive liberator of God's people. Catechism of Catholic Church #530

Grocery Gift Cards This weekend Grocery Gift Cards are on sale after all masses in the gathering room. Please consider supporting our scholarship program for our graduating seniors and college students. See the last page of the bulletin for an explanation of how it works.

Roses for Life Weekend

In recognition of the upcoming March for Life on Friday, January 27th, the Knights of Columbus will be distributing Roses for Life stickers after all of the Masses and collecting voluntary goodwill offerings that will go directly to fund local charities such as CareNet and Birth Haven. If you would like more information on this year's March for Life, you can contact Pat Gibbons at patgibb@gmail.com or 908.414.0963.

2016 Bishop’s Annual Appeal If you have not yet responded to the 2016 Bishop’s Annual Appeal, there is still time to do so as the 2016 appeal funds are used to support ministries and programs through the end of the diocesan fiscal year on June 30th. Your gift is a great blessing and valued so we can serve Christ by serving his people. For your convenience, you can make an online gift at www.2016.appeal.org

To All 9th & 10th graders Upcoming Service Opportunities

Teen Mass Details found on website under

Ministries/High School Youth Ministry Next Meeting January 18th

7:30 – 9:00 PM

Youth Ministry Coat Drive Have an extra coat hanging in the closet?

The High School Youth Ministry is collecting new and gently used coats (all ages & sizes!) for the Father English Center.

Hats, scarves, gloves, and all winter outer wear is also needed. Drop off in the bins in Gathering Room Saturday, January 21

thru Sunday, January 29. Any questions, please call the H.S. Youth Ministry office at

908-876-5024.

Kindergarten – 10th Grade

Grades 4 – all students attend the 9:15 Mass as a class Grade 7 – Monday, January 23rd – 6:00 – 7:15PM Grade 8 – Monday, January 30th – 6:00 – 7:15PM Grade 9 – Monday, January 23rd – 7:30 – 9:00PM Grade 10 – Monday, January 30th – 7:30 – 9:00PM

Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat

Rachel’s Vineyard is a safe place to renew, rebuild and redeem hearts broken by abortion. Weekend retreats offer a supportive, confidential, and non-judgmental environment where women and men can express, release, and reconcile painful post-abortive emotions and begin the process of restoration, renewal, and healing. A Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat will be held from Friday evening, January 27th through Sunday afternoon, January 29th in the Stirling area. To register or for more information, contact Marie at (973)377-1004, ext. 425. All calls will be held in strictest confidence.

Long Valley Columbiettes The LV Columbiettes are having a “WONDERS OF CHOCOLATE” afternoon celebrating Valentine's Day on Sunday, February 12th from 3-5 at St. Marks Church. Details to follow.

Female Self-Defense Class for Teens Two girl scouts from Troop 94100 have created a no-charge female self-defense class for girls run by Washington Township police, with the help of the Township Rec Department. This class will teach physical techniques, security tips, and how to avoid potentially dangerous situations. Two 4-week sessions are available- one for grades 9-12, January 23rd through February 13th, and another for grades 6-8, February 27th through March 20th. All sessions are on Monday’s from 4:30pm-5:30pm at the Senior Center (34 East Springtown Road). If interested, contact the Rec Department by either calling (908) 876-5941 or emailing recreation@wtmorris.net to sign up.

Additional Christmas Flowers

Louise G. Palazzo in memory of Luigi Girgenti, Giovanni & Antoinette Girgenti, Vincent & Charlotte Corvo, martin Volpe, mary & Phhilip Longo, Charlotte Sparling, Jennie & Vincent Mule`, Saverio Palazzo, Louis & Rose Girgenti, Marie Girgenti, Joseph Cottone, John McNary, Angelina & Joseph Palazzo Eugene Striffler in memory of Striffler & Lehman families Matthew DeLaney in memory of Mr. & Mrs. Matthew DeLaney and Mr. & Mrs. Edward Clear

Please Pray for the Sick Please remember to pray for the sick of our parish community who have requested our prayers: Anthony

Arbolino, Arianna Anello, Vic Berzanski, Alex Birdsall, Barbara Blaine, Noah Bonita, Toni Brenner, Tim Burns, Joseph Caruso, Tony Cassano, Ed Chmielewski, David Chung, Eric Clemente, Todd Copan, Gary Davila, Vito Dellibovi, Sean Dolan, Natalia Lyn Dreeland, Mary Ewanyk, Jayden Feichter, Maureen Foley, Pete Gallagher, Baby Antonia Gallardo, Sylvia Granata, Jean Greco, Anabela Guerra,

Andrew Honeycheck, Peggy Hoffman, Laurel Jilek, Debbie Kling, Pam Longo, Raymond Lurker, Jillian Martin, Darlene McHugh, Betty Meyer, Ed Michonski, Kelly Moncofsky, Jesse Nardone, Sean Nicolls, Charlie Noll, Tina Ochwat, Jim Owens, Dennis Paradise, Terese Paragano, Arlene & Chandra Parikh, Stelios & Mary Pispitsos, Tory Pretto, Anthony David Pritchard, Deanna Procuito, Art Quails, Nick Ruggiero,

Heather Ryan, Anne Sacco, Barry Sadloski, Dan Salerno, Jillian Sayre, Pauline Scala, Ed Scervinich, Judy Schellenberg, Connor Scott, Connie Secaras, Paula Smith, Noah Stanzione, Janet Stockton, Bob Taylor, Thomas Tell, Ellin & Frank Uhl, Lil Varga, David Waldmann, Ronald Warner, Theresa Watson, Allen Watts, Adrienne Werner, Roula Zanetta, & Issac Zujkowski

We are currently praying for the sick from the pulpit for 1 month then adding their names to this list in the bulletin.

A Mother's Reckoning: Living in the Aftermath of Tragedy

Join us, Tuesday, January 17, 2017 at 7:00pm in the Parish Conference Room as we discuss the book: A Mother's Reckongin: Living in the Aftermath of Tragedy - a powerful and moving memoir written by Sue Klebold, mother of Dylan Klebold, one of the Columbine High School shooters. All author profits from this book will be gifted to mental health research.

OLM Gift Shop 50% off Christmas sale going on now through Sunday, January 29th in our gift shop. Stop by and take a look. NJ CONSERVATORY SYMPHONIC CHORUS NJ Conservatory's Symphonic Chorus began its 2017 spring season on Monday, January 9, inviting adults and teens to sing, with orchestra, at our spring concert in May. Rehearsals are on Monday evenings at 8:00PM at St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 215 Boulevard, Mountain Lakes, NJ. Please call Conservatory at 973-402-2004. Leave your name, address, phone number, and voice part (soprano, alto, tenor, bass) you anticipate singing; your call will be returned. Give us a call and come see us any Monday evening in January. John Corr Family Resources a project of the Religious Teachers Filippini is offering the Financial Peace University founded by Dave Ramsey. This isn’t your typical “money class.” Financial Peace University is practical, entertaining and fun! More than 1.5 million families and individual have taken FPU. What would your life be like if there were no worry or arguments about money? Learn God’s ways of handling money in Financial Peace University Course! The average family completing the course pays off $5,300 and saves $2,700 in just 90 days. That’s an $8,000 change in position in just the first three months! Whether you’re struggling to make ends meet or you’re a millionaire, FPU has something for you. Great for young married couples or even those engaged! And great for those retiring and working to set things right! FPU is based on scripture and is a proven plan that will work for you. Date: February 6 – April 3, 2017 Every Monday for 9 weeks (makeup classes available if you have to miss a week.)Time: 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Place: Villa Walsh 455 Western Ave. Morristown, NJ 07960 Contact: Sr. Mary Beth 916-202-6382Price: $93 Scholarships availableRegister: On-Line https://www.daveramsey.com/fpu/ Or email Sister Mary Beth srmelloyd@gmail.com or call her 916-202-6382 NJ CONSERVATORY BOONTON YOUTH DIVISION PRESENTS WINTER CONCERT NJ Conservatory's Boonton Youth Choruses will present a winter concert, Sunday, January 22, 2017, 6:00PM at Denville Community Church, 190 Diamond Spring Rd., Denville, NJ. Ford Foster will conduct Intermediate Chorus (grades 3-5) and Advanced Chorus (grades 6-11). The adult Chamber Choir, conducted by Edwin Foster, will make a special appearance. Tickets: Adults/$14, Students/$7. A limited number of tickets will be available at the door. Please call Conservatory at 973-402-2004. NJ CONSERVATORY BOONTON YOUTH DIVISION ACCEPTING NEW MEMBERS FOR SPRING SEASON NJ Conservatory's Boonton Youth Division Choruses: Intermediate (grades 3-5) and Advanced (grades 6-11) have openings for new members for spring season. Interviews will be scheduled for Wednesday, January 25, 2017 at First Presbyterian Church of Boonton, 513 Birch St., Boonton, NJ. Please call Conservatory at 973-402-2004 to make an appointment. Rehearsals begin at First Presbyterian Church, Wednesday evening, February 1, 2017, with end of season concert in May.

How Our Lady of the Mountain Gift Card Program Works

When you purchase grocery gift cards OLM received 5% back for every dollar in sales. To illustrate: If 100 parishioners purchased a $200 gift card a month for their food shopping that would mean a profit for OLM of $12,000 a year. You could imagine what the total would be if more families used this gift card program. If you buy a $50 card, you get $50 to spend. It doesn’t cost you anything to participate. The profit we make comes from the supermarket stores. Please consider using food gift cards for our local supermarket stores. SHOP-RITE & WEIS Gift cards will be sold before and after all the Masses on the 3rd weekend of the month. They are also available at the parish office during the week. You can stop in during office hours, or you can call ahead or email olmkims@comcast.net to place an order to pickup. The monies raised through this program go into the OLM Scholarship fund that was established many years ago by Fr. George to help young people in our parish who are in college. These young people can apply to the parish committee each year as we seek to help them in some way with their college expenses. Hundreds of our parish students have benefited from this program and are very grateful. Please help us continue to support their future endeavors.