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Saint Jude Parish Community Hopatcong, New Jersey

MONDAY: 8:00AM – 3:00PM TUESDAY: 8:00AM – 3:00PM FRIDAY: 8:00AM – 3:00PM

WEDNESDAY: 8:00AM – 2:00P THURSDAY: 8:00AM – 2:00PM SATURDAY & SUNDAY CLOSED

THIS RECTORY WILL BE CLOSED FROM DEC.23-JAN. 1ST.

=======================================FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT

First Reading: 2 Samuel 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a, 16 King David plans to build a temple to honor God. But God tells Nathan the Prophet that instead he will give David rest from his enemies, and ensure that both his house and community will be protected forever. Second Reading: Romans 16:25-27 In this letter of Paul to the Romans, he explains that the gospel reveals the mystery that had been hidden for many ages. Now it has been made known to all, so that they may believe, obey, and give glory through Jesus Christ forever. Gospel: Luke 1:26-38 The Virgin Mary is approached by the angel Gabriel, who tells her that she has been chosen to bear the Son of God. Mary is first afraid, yet shows her unquestioning faith when she simply says, “Let it be done to me as you say.”

READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday Vigil: Is 62:1-5; Acts 13:16-17, 22-25; Mt 1:1-25 or 1:18-25

Night: Is 9:1-6; Ti 2:11-14; Lk 2:1-14 Dawn: Is 62:11-12; Ti 3:4-7; Lk 2:15-20

Day: Is 52:7-10; Heb 1:1-6; Jn 1:1-18 or 1:1-5, 9-14 Tuesday

Acts 6:8-10, 7:54-59; Mt 10:17-22 Wednesday

1 Jn 1:1-4; Jn 20:1a, 2-8 Thursday

1 Jn 1:5—2:2; Mt 2:13-18 Friday

1 Jn 2:3-11; Lk 2:22-35 Saturday

1 Jn 2:12-17; Lk 2:36-40

A FRESH PERSPECTIVE ON THE SUNDAY READING HIS WORD TODAY

By Rev. William J. Reilly Fourth Sunday of Advent December 24, 2017 “Do not fear, Mary. You have found favor with God. You shall conceive and bear a son, and give Him the name Jesus. Great

will be His dignity and He will be called Son of the Most High.” The great moment in the history of salvation, began with the visit of the angel Gabriel and the invitation to be the mother of Jesus. It is not surprising that Mary hesitated, questioned and then consented. Wouldn’t you? Her response ‘I am the maidservant of the Lord. Let it be done to me as you say’ redirected the course of human history. The celebration of the Bethlehem event tonight, allows us not just to recall what happened, but to imitate Mary and permit the Lord to touch our lives in a truly special way. Our traditions and customs are rich as we relive Jesus’ entering our lives again. The Simbang Gabi celebration of Filipino Catholics or Las Posadas of Latin Catholics lead us to the stable cave to meet and adore the Lord of history, the Lord of today. We have been praying ‘Come Lord Jesus’ for the four weeks of advent. Today, we welcome Him with joy. As we celebrate this special night, may we be ready to open our door not just to Joseph and Mary, but Christ who comes to us.

Welcome! New parishioners are asked to register by calling or visiting the parish office or by speaking to one of the parish staff. WHY A CATHOLIC CHRISTIAN SHOULD BE A REGISTERED PARISHIONER The precepts of the Church explained that: we need to belong to a parish (your

parish is the Church in the City where you are domiciled) and to contribute to its support. Everyone should do this (Canon 107). To identify yourself with a worshipping community of faith. Salvation comes to us by God in community. Religion is not meant to be individualistic. Membership in a parish community is the norm. To allow the priest of the parish to know you so that Letters of Recommendation can be given when needed. (Sponsorship/certificates)

SCHEDULE OF MASSES

STEWARDSHIP – A WAY OF LIFE

Dec. 17, 2017 $3672.00 Dec. 18, 2016 3524.00.00

Counters last week were: J. Kenna & F. Sturm

THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY =========================================

SHOP RITE CERTIFICATES ARE AVAILABLE FOR SALE AFTER ALL THE MASSES IN THE VESTIBULE OF THE CHURCH. ST. JUDE’S GETS 5% OF CERTIFICATES .

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ParishPay is now WeShare - Please Verify Your Account Our automated (online) giving program has

changed from ParishPay to WeShare. Parishpay users should follow

“https://www.churchgiving.com/?pc=3vactt03” to verify your new WeShare account. If you run into any issues accessing your account, please contact Customer Service at 1-800-950-9952, Option One (or call the Rectory at 973-398-6377). If you are interested in joining our automated giving program see here: “http://stjudehopatcong.org/giving”

FAITH FORMATION SCHEDULE

MASS FOR ALL STUDENTS AT 9:15 AM ALL CLASSES RESUME ON JAN. 7, 2018

GRADE 1: MEETING ROOM - 10:20 – 11:30 AM GRADES 2 – 4: PARISH CENTER - 10:20 – 11:30 AM GRADES 5 – 7: PARISH CENTER - 4:00 – 5:30 PM

GRADE 8: 7:00-8:30 PM PARISH CENTER CONFIRMATION IS ON SUNDAY EVENING FROM 7:00 – 8:30 PM

GRADE 9: PARISH CENTER GRADE 10: MEETING ROOM

YOUTH GROUP SAINT JUDE’S YOUTH GROUP - Thursday evenings from 7:00 – 8:30 pm in the Parish Center. All teens are

welcome. For more information, please call Janice at (201) 400-1692. Our Youth Group has set

up a Café. Anyone wishing to come by for tea or coffee are welcome to attend.

ROSARY ALTAR SOCIETY meet on the 1st TUESDAY, in the Church meeting room at 8:00 PM immediately following the Rosary and Benediction at 7:30 PM in the Church. ==================================== MEN’S GROUP will restart in April. THEOLOGY TABLE WILL RESUME JAN. 9, 2018 SELF DEFENSE CLASS is every Tuesday night in the Church meeting room from 6:30 to 8:00 PM. Call Mike at 973-229-9881 for more information

NOVENA TO OUR MOTHER OF

PERPETUAL HELP Every Wednesday at 8:30 am,

followed with the Holy Mass

ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT EVERY THURSDAY: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM

"The Eucharist is connected with Passion. …To make sure that we do not forget, Jesus gave us the Eucharist as a memorial of his love … When you look at the Crucifix, you understand how much Jesus loved you then, when you look at the Sacred Host you understand how much Jesus loves you now." Saint Teresa of Calcutta

New Year’s

Masses Schedule Monday: Jan. 1(New Year’s Day)

Mass 8:30 – 11:00 AM

SATURDAY 8:30 AM 5:00 PM

Dec. 23 People of St. Jude’s

Jean Grillo SUNDAY 7:45 AM 9:15 AM

11:00 AM 4:00 PM 7:00 PM

11:00 PM

Dec. 24 Maureen Schmidt

Donald Brown Vidal & Teresita Gonzales

SEE LIST OF DECEASED

PARISHIONERS MONDAY

9 AM 11:00 AM

Dec. 25 CHRISTMAS SEE LIST OF DECEASED

PARISHIONERS TUESDAY 8:30 AM

Dec. 26 Dorothy Coale

WEDNESDAY 8:30 AM

8:45 AM

Dec.27 Novena to Our Mother of Perpetual

Help James Hopka

THURSDAY 8:30 AM 3:00 PM 7:00 PM 7:30 PM 8:00 PM

Dec. 28 Kay Meechan

Divine Mercy Chaplet Evening Prayer,

Novena to St. Jude Benediction

FRIDAY 8:30 AM

Dec.29 Kay Hayes

SATURDAY 8:30 AM 5:00 PM

DEC. 30 People of St. Jude’s

Frank Nutley SUNDAY 7:45 AM 9:15 AM

11:00 AM

DEC. 31 Bob Rankin SEE LIST

OF DECEASED

St. Jude’s K. of C. will be holding their After Christmas, Christmas

Party At the Black River Barn Restaurant

Rte. #10, Randolph, NJ. January 21 from 12noon – 4:00pm

Cost $25.00 per person. ALL YOU CAN EAT BRUNCH!!! Each person participating in the Secret Santa Gift Exchange, please bring a $10.00 wrapped gift. For more info, contact Jim at 973-398-0977 or Mike at 973-770-6536. All checks should be received by Jan. 12, 2018 and made payable to Knights of Columbus # 9914 C/O Jim Liptak 7 Lackawanna Trail, Hopatcong, NJ 07843

Anyone wishing to take care of kitchen during Bingo is asked to call Jed at 973-670-8999 after 5:00pm.

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Fr. John J. O’Malley will be visiting our parish, the weekend of Dec. 30-31.

He will speak to us on behalf of Cross Catholic Outreach which

was founded to create a meaningful link between parishes in America and the priests and nuns working in the Church overseas in the Caribbean, Asia, Central and South America.

FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT: A TIME OF HOPE PRAYER “Almighty, eternal, just, and merciful God, give us miserable ones the grace to do for You alone what we know you want us to do, and always to desire what pleases You. Inwardly cleansed, interiorly enlightened and inflamed by the fire of the Holy Spirit, may we be able to follow in the footsteps of Your beloved Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, and by Your grace alone, may we make our way to You, Most High, Who live and rule in perfect Trinity and simple Unity, and are glorified God almighty, forever and ever. Amen.” ~ from Advent and Christmas Wisdom from St. Francis of Assisi “O creator God, Our world is pregnant with the anticipation of the birth of your Son. We are bursting in our preparedness, for the feast of Christmas will soon be here. Everything seems to be in order: the plans are agreed to, the tree is decorated, most of the gifts are wrapped, and we think we are ready. However, Lord, as we pause to offer this prayer, we realize that some things have been rushed, and, in the process, some important things have been forgotten. In this brief moment of quiet, help us to be at least thankful. Help us to appreciate the Word that comes to dwell with us. Help us to hope in the promise of His way, truth, and life. Help us to join with the angels who sing your praise. Grant us the lasting peace of this great season of joy. We pray in the name of our long-expected Lord. Amen.” ~ from The Essential Advent and Christmas Handbook

MONTH 3: I can suck my thumb now!

The baby can squint, swallow and move his tongue. He sleeps and awakens. Fingernails and toenails form and he now has his own unique set of fingerprints. Sensitive to touch he will tightly grasp an object placed in the palm of his hand. He breathes amniotic fluid to help develop and strengthen the respiratory system, but he gets oxygen he needs through

the umbilical cord. At the beginning of this month, just nine weeks after conception, he can suck his thumb. DECEASED: Rudy Astore, Michelle Aue, Thomas & Margaret Barger, Warren & Angela Barootjian, , Bill Bartley, Bill Bartley,Jr., Brenton Bassin , Edward & Ann Cafferty, Sylva & Josephine Cancelleri, Francisca Casasnovas, Patrick & Mary Caruso, Joe Castoro, Vito Castoro,Dorothy Coale, Josephine & Leonard Colello, Sr., Edward & Jeanette Connaughton, Charles & Catherine Conzelmann, Ann Conway, William & Josey Cooper, William Cooper, Jr. Sal Cucinella, Sr., John & Mae Cure Sr., John Cure, Louis & Louise D’Amelio, Rose & Joe Davi, Bob DeKleine, Jonathan & William DeLucchi, Edward Devine, Tom & Ethel Devlin, John & Mae Di Gangi, Joseph & Josephine Di Gangi, Maureen Fajfer, Joseph & Mary Gallagher, Lorenzo & Anna Ghiggini ,Vergelita Gonzales, Teresita & Vidal Gonzales, Sr., Antoinette & Anthony Grillo, Grace & Lawrence Grillo, Florence & Herbert Grobe, Sara & Loretta Hanley, Anna Mae Halupka, George & Mary Hatton ,John Herman,Joan Hoer, Nora Hunker, Patricia Darcy Jones, Ricky Kavanaugh , Bob Kenna, Jack Kenna, Michael Kierney, Frank & Mary Korec, , Damiano & Lydia LaPlaca, Florence Lehr, Sylva & Mary Lio, Dominick & Lucia Loffredo, Sr., Annette Loffredo, Mary Lyons, Kay McAdams, Joseph & Agnes McGarry, Father John McGuigan, Michael & Marie Meola, Leone & Giacinta Monzeglio, , Robert & Loretta Newman, Frank Nutley, Patricia & Emmett O’Brien, Elizabeth & Joseph O’Connor, Wayne Orr, Margaret Pizzamenti , Theresa Pompa, Dave Quigley, John & Dorothy Quirk, Bob Rankin, James & Dorothy Reilly, Margarita Rivera, Antoinette & Joseph Romano, Margaret Rosania, Alyssa Ruggieri, Rose Sammarco, Pat Sammaro Joseph & Adele Sandulo, ,Andrea Sanchez, Maureen Schmidt, Steve Schmidt, Philip & Anna Schmidt, John Scotto, Michael & Margherita Scotto, Henry & Lucy Scala, Philip & Henrietta Scully, John & Anna Sobosky, Pat Swanson, Fina Tripppodo, Geraldine Woodard, Robert Woods Sr., Percy & Rose Yates, Marie Yates. Please remember our loved ones who have entered into eternal life, this Christmas.

Every third Sunday of the month, the Blessed

Sacrament will we be exposed after the 9:15am

Mass, and be reposed before the 11:00am

Mass. All are invited to join us in

prayer.

SCHEDULE FOR:

DECEMBER 23-24

DECEMBER 30-31

5:00 PM

D. Armeno C. Delahanty, J. O’Connor,D.

Armeno,M. Coolican

Gabby, Emily & Christopher

7:45 AM

J. Alvarez

T. Walker, P. Wagner, J. Nicolicchia, M. Procacci, D. Silva

Eva Katherine

9:15 AM

Brian Gravett J. Kenna, M. Sturm. O. Betlow, T.Vicedomini, S. Gesregan

Patrick, Matthew, Steven

11:00 AM F. Pepe

A. Bates, M. Kuty, R. Nevins, F. Wimbush

Haily C., Grace

5:00 PM

D. Armeno

C. Delahanty, J. O’Connor,D.

Armeno,M. Coolican

Christopher, Hailey C., Grace

7:45 AM

J. Alvarez

T. Walker, P. Wagner, J. Nicolicchia, M. Procacci, D. Silva

Tyler, Katherine

9:15 AM

B. Gravitt

J. Kenna, M. Sturm, O. Betlow, T. Vicedomini,

S. Gesregan

Matthew, Patrick, Steven

11:00 AM

F. Pepe

A. Bates, M. Kyty, R. Nevins, F. Wimbush

Tyler, Emily, Eva

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