THE LORD’S DAY – MASSES Saturday Evening: 5:30 p.m. Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30 a.m., 12 noon, 7:00 p.m. Sunday: 5:00 p.m. Spanish Mass Weekdays: 6:45 & 8:00 a.m., 12 noon Saturdays, 8:00 a.m. Summer Weekdays: 6:45 & 8:00 a.m. Miraculous Medal Novena: Monday, 7:00 p.m. Eucharistic Adoration: Monday, 12:30-7:00 p.m. Rectory: 219 Bloomfield Ave, Caldwell; Tel: 973-226-0221 Fax: 973-226-2204 Website: www.stalscaldwell.org Email: info@stalscaldwell.org facebook.com/StAlsCaldwell twitter.com/StAlsCaldwell Parish Center: 253 Bloomfield Ave, Caldwell Religious Ed: 973-226-0209 Ext. 31 Fax: 973-226-0923 Jackie Alworth, Rel. Ed. PreK-6th - Ext. 35 Ed Karpinski, Rel. Ed. 7th-8th grade - Ext. 29 Rel. Ed. Email: religioused@stalscaldwell.org RCIA, Sr. Alice Uhl, O.P. - Ext. 30 Homebound Ministry, Sr. Eleanor Uhl, O.P.- Ext 39 Social Concerns, Dee Taylor - Ext. 32

PARISH STAFF INFORMATION Rev. Msgr. Robert E. Emery, J.C.L. - Pastor Rev. Juan Jose Esteban - Parochial Vicar Rev. Thomas F. Blind - Parochial Vicar Rev. Msgr. Michael E. Kelly - Weekend Asst. Rev. Jack Cryan - In Residence Deacon Raj Srinivasa Jackie Alworth & Edward Karpinski - Pastoral Associates for Faith Formation Sr. Alice Uhl, O.P. - RCIA Coordinator Sr. Eleanor Uhl, O.P. - Pastoral Associate Dee Taylor - Social Concerns Joseph J. Wozniak - Organist /Music Dir. Dr. Carmine LoMonaco - Trustee Mary Edwards - Trustee Brian Bambrick - Parish Council President James (Rick) Cahill - Chair, Finance Council

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION (Penance) Saturdays:1:00 pm and by appointment, call the rectory.

SACRAMENT - ANOINTING OF THE SICK Please notify one of the parish priests in the event of serious illness. Communal celebrations of the Anointing will be held twice yearly. PARISH ONLINE GIVING - CLICK THE LINK ON OUR WEBSITE www.stalscaldwell.org

St. Aloysius Parish

March 1, 2020

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 29 (Vigil: First Sunday of Lent) 5:30 pm-Anthony Carracino by Tom Carracino

SUNDAY, MARCH 1 (First Sunday of Lent) 7:30 am-Margaret Vincenti by Joyce Cauda 9:00 am-People of the Parish 10:30 am-Amanda Anne DeVita by Nina Neglia 12:00 noon-Georgianna Brixius by John & Joan Fierro 5:00 pm-Benjamin J. Serico by Family 7:00 pm-Daniel Kelleher by Marianne Autorino MONDAY, MARCH 2 (Lenten Weekday) 6:45 am-Jacqueline A. Beusse 8:00 am-Mike Gardner by Joan Stevens 12:00 noon-Leonard & Antoinette Luciano

TUESDAY, MARCH 3 (Lenten Weekday) 6:45 am-Christopher Novellino by Mom & Dad 8:00 am-Joanna Girkont by Family 12:00 noon-Derrick Paris by Brown Family

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4 (Lenten Weekday) 6:45 am-Patrick Margotta by Christine Flaherty 8:00 am-Maureen Mingle by Marianne Autorino 12:00 noon-Joseph Esposito by USS Ingraham Assn.

THURSDAY, MARCH 5 (Lenten Weekday) 6:45 am-Victor Teixeira DaSilva by Eloise & Richard 8:00 am-James & Therese Kelly by Christopher Kelly 12:00 noon-Gary Schons by George & Betty Hansson

FRIDAY, MARCH 6 (Lenten Weekday) 6:45 am-Richard Wilczewski by Silvia Gazzo 8:00 am-Stella Dougherty by Family 12:00 noon-Edward Ayuso, Sr. by Wife and Son

SATURDAY, MARCH 7 (Lenten Weekday) 8:00 am-William Booth by Tom & Sharon Morrissey 5:30 pm-Joseph DelGuercio, Jr. by Mom & Dad

SUNDAY, MARCH 8 (Second Sunday of Lent) 7:30 am-Michael Papa, Jr. by Family 9:00 am-Stephen Cannavale by Family 10:30 am-Vincent & Peter Baldassarre by Connie 12:00 noon-Anna & Anthony Luppino by Cynthia 5:00 pm-People of the Parish 7:00 pm-Concetta Uzzolino by Jerry & Suzen Jacob

THIS WEEK THE SANCTUARY LIGHT IS:

In Memory of Deceased Members of Matarazzo & O’Brien Families by Matarazzo Family.

THE SHRINE AREA VOTIVES THIS WEEK:

OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY, MOTHER CABRINI, SAINT KATERI TEKAKWITHA:

1. In Memory of Michael Tate by Joan Stevens. 2. Special Intention for Dee Taylor (living) birthday by Margaret Rose. ST. JUDE, ST. ALOYSIUS, ST. PATRICK: 1. Special Intention. 2. In Memory of Wojtek Woloszyn by Cathy & Clare Sullivan.

Votive Lights for Sanctuary & Shrines

Arrangements may be made in person at the Rectory,

Mon. to Fri., 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

THIS WEEK THE BREAD AND WINE IS OFFERED

In Memory of Lucy DelVecchio

Stewardship Reflection: 1st Sunday of Lent “It is written: The Lord, your God, shall you worship and him alone shall you serve.” M 4:10 Tempted between the riches and power of this world and service to God, Jesus chose service to His Father. If we wish to truly follow Jesus, we, too, must decide to turn away from worldly power and riches and put God at the center of our lives. Lent is our time to prune ourselves of earthly things. Ask God how he is calling you to serve.

EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT

Mondays 12:30 pm to 7:00 pm

Come and spend some time with our Lord.

Novena - Monday evenings at 7:00 pm

March 1, 2020

The Ministry of Prayer “To everything there is a

season, and a time for every purpose under

heaven.” (Ecclesiastes 3:11)

“.…A time to be healed….” Sick list: Victoria Aloia, Pusha Bhatia, Caroline Bifalco, Bobbie M. Bowler, Mary Calandra, Joseph Cetrulo, Mary Comer, Marialaina Consolate, Anne Cordasco, Diane Cusic, Michael DeAngelis, Sr., Maxine Diakos, Sophie Donohue, Carol Dwyer, John Dwyer, Susan Eiben, James Fergusson, Filomena Ferrentino, Donna Fitzgerald, Eleanor Fitzgerald, Carol Flink, Rich Foster, Kathy Bonnasi Fuhr, Joann Galinis, Gary Gillen, Jennifer Gilman, Rosa Giovine, Larry Glenz, Agnes Graham, Ambrose Grizzetti, Meena Grizzetti, Gabriel Guillermo, Anne Mary Hayes, Marianne Heesters, Cihan Hazer, Barbara Hellstern, Carly Hofmann, Katie Hofmann, Shannon Hofmann, Janet Hourihan, Dolores Keller, Victor Kolenik, Michael Kovach, Rene L., Mary MacIntyre, Pasquale Mastriani, Donald Moglia, John Natale, Gerry Nolan, David Nowak, Ron Paterson, Sr. Justine Pinto, O.P., Lori Pratt, Charlie Priolo, Marcia Renzetti, Maria Reynoso, Mary Ann Ronga, Alice Rossi, Frank Rossi, James Rotonda, Vera Sax, Rosemary Scott, Giovanni Sereno, Salvatore Sereno, Megan Sheridan, Blanche Tolli, Marie Toohey, Ellen Williams Turso, Bernadette Twomey, Paula Ummarino, Ann Vargo, Angela Vitale, Peg Waters.

“.…A time to die….” Deceased: Carmela Martino.

“..A time for war & a time for peace..” For national and world leaders and for those in the armed services, especially:

Michael Beier, Nathaniel Carmona, Michael C. Howley, Joseph R. Hyer, Beckie Piela,

Michael Piela, Rose Poyourow, Shawn Rice, Edik Serrano, David G. Testa.

Amen

Take this list home with you and use it in your daily prayers.

““Please support our advertisers , They make our

bulletin possible.” Thank you.

OUR FEBRUARY WINNER IN OUR NEW CALENDAR RAFFLE IS:

CAROL CRUMP

Dear Parishioners,

As we begin our Lenten journey, it is good that we reflect on the true meaning of this season. Lived well, Lent can convert the heart and transform a person's life. That's the whole point of the season- to ready us for the miracle of Easter. Lent is a time for self-examination, repentance and reconciliation. Too often, we see Lent in a very negative way, but these weeks are an opportunity to purify our hearts. The joy in Lent comes from our confidence in the resurrection of a Savior who delivered us from sin and restored us to life.

Of course, unless we understand our own sinfulness, unless we understand the urgency of repentance and reconciliation, the Cross makes no sense and the Resurrection makes no sense. The Easter joy that we prepare for is the joy of new life. Unless we believe this, our prayer, fasting and almsgiving are a waste of time. Lent is meant to be an opportunity and a grace, not a burden.

I encourage you to use the Lenten Daily Reflection Booklet that we gave to each family as a gift from the parish (there may still be extra copies at the church doors) to reflect on the Scripture Readings each day. There is also a link on our parish web site to daily Lenten reflections. These are just some of the ways that we can use these forty days to be renewed.

May we use these weeks of Lent to cleanse and ready our hearts so we can receive Jesus Christ this Easter and share in his life. In Christ, Msgr. Emery

YOUTH GROUP

Join Father JJ

Sun., Mar. 8th

8 pm to 9 pm in the Parish Center

All teens grades 8 to 12 welcome!

A Reminder A reminder during the Cold & Flu Season that it is not necessary to shake hands at the Sign of Peace if you feel as though you may be ill or have some cold/flu symptoms. It is always best to use good judgement and common sense in this area. Thank you!

March 1, 2020

Sunday, March 1st 10:00 am Family Catechesis 10:00 am RCIA PC 11:30 am Rosary Altar Society CH 6:00 pm Lenten Small Group PC Monday, March 2nd 12:30 pm-7:00 pm Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 3:30 pm Religious Ed. PreK-6th 7:00 pm Religious Ed Grades 6th –8th 7:00 pm Rosary Altar Society Meeting PC 7:00 pm Italian Festival Meeting PC 7:00 pm Novena CH Tuesday, March 3rd 4:00 pm RCIA PC 6:45 pm AA RMR 7:30 pm Knights of Columbus PC Wednesday, March 4th 4:00 pm RCIA PC 7:30 pm Spanish Prayer Grp/Stations of the Cross CH Thursday, March 5th 4:00 pm Children’s Choir Rehearsals CH 7:00 pm Pastoral Council Meeting PC 7:30 pm Adult Choir Rehearsals CH Friday, March 6th 1:00 pm Lenten Small Group - Marion Manor 7:00 pm Stations of the Cross CH Saturday, March 7th Food Collection Weekend 8:30 am Lectio Divina RMR 1:00 pm Confessions CH 2:00 pm Wedding Workshop CH 7:30 pm AA RMR

Trinity Academy Registration Day & Open House Sunday, March 8th 12:30-3:00 pm St. Aloysius Gym Pre-Register for your Open House tour: Trinityk8.com/open-house

Now accepting applications for 2020-2021, our 30th year! Come on March 8th, take a tour of the school, meet our Principal, teachers, parents and students. PreK | Transitional Kindergarten | Kindergarten | 1st - 8th Grade All are welcome!

Trinity Academy is a Middle-States Accredited, 2015 National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. 235 Bloomfield Ave., Caldwell - 973-226-3386.

Connect with St. Al's Next Weekend We invite everyone to bring their cell phones to Mass next weekend so we can walk you through a very simple process to stay connected to St. Al's through a free service called Flocknotes that will enable the parish to send e-mails or text messages to you to get information to you. We will do this at all Masses next weekend so don't forget to bring your phone!

Saint Aloysius Parish Lenten Soup

Suppers 2020

During the season of Lent you are invited to enjoy a Soup Supper on February 28th and March 20th.

It is an evening for the whole family to share a Lenten meal with other parishioners and families. We will begin with prayer at 5:30. Soup will be served immediately following the opening prayer. Our meal is shared in the parish gym/auditorium. A free willing offering/donations will be sent to various organizations. The menu will include three kinds of homemade meatless soups, fresh bread and crackers, beverages and cookies. In order to prepare for the event we will need to know the number of persons attending. Please complete and return the tear off below to the Rectory or Parish Center and indicate the evenings you will attend and the number of children and adults. Please put Lenten Soup Suppers on the return envelope. -------------------------------------------------------------

Family Name_____________________________

Date of Soup Supper:

March 20th: # attending adults_____ children _______ Please respond by March 13th

Volunteer? Name ___________________ Phone # _________________ Please call Dee Taylor at 973-226-0209 x32 to sign up or for additional information.

LENTEN COLLECTIONS ST. ALOYSIUS PARISH 2020

As we enter the season of Lent, we once again strive to live the Gospel message of feeding the hungry, clothing the naked, and loving those who feel unloved. Each weekend special items will be accepted and distributed to different agencies in the area and for those in need.

Please bring the following items to church during the season of Lent.

March 7th & 8th - “Baby Shower” for children 0 – 3 years Please bring items such as disposable diapers, wipes, baby & kids tear-free shampoo, baby & kids bath soap, baby lotion, wash clothes, towels, etc.

March 14th & 15th - “Personal Care Boxes” Collection for local homeless shelters, Saint John’s in Newark and families in need. Please bring socks for men, women & children, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, soap, tissues, toothbrushes, toothpaste, shaving cream, band aids, combs & brushes.

March 21st & 22nd - “Lenten Loaves & Fishes” Food collection for local shelters, soup kitchens & families with special needs. Please bring salt free items, diabetic food, sugar free items, & gluten free foods. March 28th & 29th - “Good Nutrition Begins with Breakfast” This drive is a good way to help families, the elderly, homebound and soup kitchens provide nutritious food. Please bring hot/cold cereal, canned fruit and fruit juices, breakfast bars, pancake mix, peanut butter and jelly.

April 4th & 5th - “Household Goods Drive” This collection will provide cleaning supplies to families, shelters and soup kitchens. Please bring laundry detergent, paper towels and napkins, cleaning supplies and toilet tissues.

March 1, 2020

Respect Life Crisis/Information (All calls and emails are confidential)

Crisis Pregnancy Helpline/ 1-888-4 OPTIONS Post Abortion Healing/1-877-HOPE 4 ME

(Rachel’s Vineyard Hotline) Birthright/ 1-800-550-4900

THE SACRIFICIAL GIVING OF OUR PARISHIONERS

This Week’s Total 02/16/2020 Week# 34 Y. to Date First Collection 14,921 461,632

Avg. Budgeted 12,192 414,512

This Week’s Total 02/23/2020 Week# 35 Y. to Date First Collection 13,642 475,274

Avg. Budgeted 12,192 426,704

The increase in weekly giving is a blessing for our parish and helps to offset the total parish operating deficit of $125,000. We are grateful for your support!

OUR SECOND COLLECTION NEXT SUNDAY IS FOR……

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

March 1, 2020 Free “7 Last Words” Video Reflection series from

Immaculate Conception Seminary Experience Lent more deeply this year! Join Immaculate Conception Seminary School of Theology for our “7 Last Words” Video Reflection Series offered by our inspiring faculty and administration. Sign up and receive a weekly video reflection and downloadable Reflection Journal to ponder each Word more deeply. Register today at www.shu.edu/lentenseries. New Summer courses from Immaculate Conception Seminary School of Theology Grow in your faith! Interested in learning more about Prayer, Discipleship and Community? Parables of Jesus? God, Beauty and Film? Learn more about all the graduate theological courses offered this Summer! For details and application information, please e-mail theology@shu.edu or call (973) 761-9633.

THE CALDWELL PUBLIC LIBRARY & THE WOMEN’S CLUB OF CALDWELL

Present a special Women’s History Month Event

AMAZING WOMEN OF THE SUPREME COURT Wednesday, March 11th, 6:30PM

Free, but register by calling 973-226-2837. Learn how the unique personalities and

determination of Sandra Day O’Conner, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Sonia Sotomayor & Elena Kagan enabled

them to clarify the intentions of the founding fathers regarding the United States Constitution.

THINK GREEN

This Lent the St. Aloysius Green Team, motivated by Pope Francis, invites all of us to reflect on a certain dimension of conversion: ecological conversion. Pope Francis defines ecological conversion as a healthy relationship with creation which entails a recognition of our errors and failures leading to a desire to change. Each week during Lent we will publish a short reflection to motivate us to respond to “the cry of the poor and the cry of the earth.”

FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT “One does not live by bread alone but by every word that comes forth from the mouth of God.” Matthew 4:4

PRAY “All powerful God, you are present in the whole universe and in the smallest of your creatures. Pour out upon us the power of your love, that we may protect life and beauty.” (Pope Francis) FAST Commit to buying food from local farmers of organic farms as your budget will allow this Lent. ACT Learn about farming methods that prioritize sustainability and the needs of communities: http://bit.ly/agroecologyCIDSE

Peace, The Aloysius Green Team in collaboration with the Maryknoll Office For Global Concerns

FAITH QUEST 2020 FAITH QUEST began in 2007 as part of the Archdiocese of Newark’s New Energies Initiative. The four cluster parishes of West Essex -- St. Aloysius in Caldwell, Notre Dame in North Caldwell, Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament in Roseland and St. Thomas More in Fairfield collaborated to develop an adult education and information program that is held during the Lenten season.

FAITH QUEST’s mission is fourfold; to nurture our awareness, deepen our understanding, embrace and enjoy our journey of faith. The three major topics are Prayer & Spirituality, Understanding Sacred Scripture and Faith in Practice. The presenters have all been esteemed members of the Christian community and this year is no exception.

FAITH QUEST 2020 will be held on the following Wednesdays in Lent: March 11th, 18th & 25th & April 1st from 7:30pm-9:00pm at St. Thomas More Church, 12 Hollywood Avenue in Fairfield, NJ.

Prayer & Spirituality March 11th: An Approach to Lent through Ignatian Spirituality, . . . presented by Rev. Andrew Downing, S.J.: The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius offer a path toward spiritual growth; Lent offers a time for us to focus on growth in our Christian lives. At this session, we will look at how the dynamic of the Spiritual Exercises might be used to guide our prayer in Lent, as we follow Jesus into the desert through the Passion to the Resurrection at Easter. Participants will learn some basics of Ignatian spirituality and be given scriptural meditations to use during Lent. Rev. Downing is a Jesuit priest serving Saint Peter’s University teaching in the Theology Department and in Campus Ministry and on staff at St. Aedan’s Parish in Jersey City. March 18th: Help Me Hear Your Path For Me Oh Lord, . . . presented by Ginger Grancagnolo, Ed.D., OPA: We have often heard the phrase, “the power is within . . .listen to the power from within.” But how can we be certain that we are sensing the TRUTH? How can we discern between our imagination and God’s wisdom? We will carefully explore the inner pathways to the heart of God’s love and truth that always awaits us deep within our hearts. Ginger Grancagnolo is a lecturer, author and counselor. She holds a doctorate in Christian ministry and has a background in education, psychology and theology. March 25th: Nunc Coepi (Now I Begin) Discovering again New Life in Christ After the Scandal, . . presented by Rev. Msgr. Joseph R. Reilly: A personal reflection on how we can find Jesus among the “rubble” in which we find ourselves at times. The presentation will focus on the foundation of passion, the staying power of perseverance and the living conviction of courage. Msgr. Reilly, is the Rector of Immaculate Conception Seminary; dean of the School of Theology and member of the Board of Trustees for Seton Hall University. April 1st: Penance: The Scary Sacrament, . . . presented by Rev. Thomas A. Dente: Of all of the seven sacraments, the only one that seems to send a chill down people’s spine is Penance. Why? Where did this sacrament come from anyway? And what’s with the dark booth? Explore the history, theology and pastoral dimensions of the Sacrament of Penance – you may discover it’s not so scary after all . . . Rev. Dente is the Pastor of Notre Dame Church, North Caldwell and Director of Worship Office for the Archdiocese of Newark.

Understanding Sacred Scripture March 11th: “The Beatitudes: What Do They Really Mean?” . . . presented by Ginger Grancagnolo, Ed.D., OPA: Such a truly beautiful Gospel message, but are we really supposed to “be” all those virtues? Don’t they seem unrealistic and even impossible due to the turbulent and unsettling world we live in? These ideas and more will be discussed so we can finally understand what is the real Christian mission these days. Ginger Grancagnolo is a lecturer, author and counselor. She holds a doctorate in Christian ministry and has a background in education, psychology and theology. March 18th: Parables of the Kingdom, . . . presented by Rev. Christopher Ciccarino: Few aspects of Jesus’ teaching are better known than his parables, those brief, vivid, dramatic accounts which He used to teach and challenge His hearers. We will examine briefly three of these accounts, to understand and grapple with how Jesus wanted to redefine the Kingdom of God for His original hearers and for us. Rev. Ciccarino is the Associate Dean for the Seminary and Academic Studies at Immaculate Conception Seminary.

March 25th: What You Never Learned About the Ten Commandments, . . . presented by Rev. James Manos: Because they may seem so harsh to our ear, we fail to realize that they are our key to freedom. They are an entire plan of life that draws us closer to God, which will bring us enduring peace with others and with ourselves. Rev. Manos is the Pastor of St. Luke’s, Ho-Ho-Kus and former pastor of St. Thomas More, Fairfield. Ordained in 1996, he has served as parochial vicar in Newark, Union and Ramsey and as Dean of the West Essex Deanery. April 1st: St. Paul and His Missionary Journeys, . . . presented by Rev. John Gabriel.: From Damascus to Rome, from the Acts of the Apostles to the Epistles: The Life of St. Paul in Sacred Scripture. Rev. Gabriel is the Pastor of St. Paul’s, Ramsey and prior pastor of St. Thomas More, Fairfield.

Faith in Practice March 11th: Building a Monastery of the Heart . . . presented by Judith Valente: How can we experience in our daily lives the peace and prayerfulness that exists in monasteries? A growing number of people are rediscovering a 6th century text known as The Rule of St. Benedict. With its emphasis on listening, community-and-consensus-building, hospitality, humility, simplicity, prayer, and praise, the monastic Rule offers timeless wisdom and many simple practices for living a more balanced life in our 24/7 world. Using video, music, photography, writing and discussion, we will explore how each of us can become an “everyday contemplative.” Judith Valente is the author of four spirituality books and two poetry collections. She is a graduate of Saint Peter’s University and a former staff writer for The Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post; former contributing correspondent to PBS-TV and Chicago Public Radio and senior correspondent at WGLT Radio. One of her most recent books is How To Live: What The Rule of St. Benedict Teaches Us About Happiness, Meaning and Community. March 18th: Women of all ages striving for the perfect work/life balance . . . presented by Christine Boyle: As women, we hear we can have it all by perfectly striking work/life balance. If something is out of sync, then it is the fault of the individual for improperly “weighing” priorities. The content and discussion of this engagement will focus on debunking the myth of work/life balance, deconstructing the self-blame, and shifting away from the hurriedness of life to enjoy the solitude of each moment. Using the Lenten theme of renunciation and the gospel examples of Mary and Martha this discussion will help women in each stage to reframe their daily approaches to experience self-success in their lives, relationships and communities. Christine Boyle is the Director of Campus Ministry at Saint Peter’s University where her work centers on student spiritual development using Ignatian spirituality. She is an alumna of University of Scranton (BA History) and the Jesuit School of Theology at Santa Clara University (M.Div.) March 25th: “The Wilderness Will Lead You” . . . presented by Kathy Detlet. D.Min.: What “wilderness” gets in the way of deepening one’s relationship with God? In this presentation, we will identify what our wilderness might be and hear suggestions for how to continue growing into our authentic selves, our journey with God and our relationships with others. “The Wilderness will lead you to your heart where I will speak . . .” Kathy Detlet is Co-Director of the Caldwell Dominican sponsored Lumen Center at the Motherhouse in Caldwell. Kathy provides parishes and pastoral staffs support through facilitating workshops and days of reflections. She is also a certified spiritual director. April 1st: Catholic Social Teachings: The Word & Worship Connections, . . . presented by Anita Foley: The seven Catholic Social Teachings will be presented within the framework of discipleship, word and worship. These guiding principles which are rooted in scripture and liturgy will be discussed within a prayerful reflection. Anita Foley is the Pastoral Associate, Notre Dame Church, North Caldwell and adjunct professor in the Religious Studies Department at Seton Hall University.

Attendance at prior sessions is not required to benefit from participation at later sessions.

Taking part in FAITH QUEST 2020 is an excellent way to celebrate Lent. To defray expenses, an offering of $5 a session or $15 for the four week series is requested. Pre-registration is also requested to help with logistical planning. For brochure and registration form, go to the St. Thomas More website at www.stmchurch.net or contact St. Thomas More Church at 973-227-0055 or any of the other sponsoring parishes.

St. Aloysius Book Club - Meets on Thursdays at 7 pm on the first floor of the Parish Center. The book selections: March 26th: “The Keeper of Lost Things” by Ruth Hogan April 30th: “Just Mercy” by Bryan Stevenson

As always, Happy Reading. All are invited for good conversation & good company.

St. Aloysius Parishioners you are ever so generous

in your giving. Many local families are blessed

by your support.

Collection Weekend March 14th & 15th Items in need

Crackers, Soup, Canned Fruit, Mayo, Tuna, Cereal, Tea, Parmalat (dry milk), Individual Snacks, Rice and Rice

dinners sides, PB & J, Pasta Sauce, Paper Towels,

Toilet Paper, Napkins.

Please leave your donations in the back vestibule of the church

or bring directly to the rectory.

We do not need canned vegetables Thank you so much for your

continued support.

Meatloaf Saturday Meatloaf Saturday this month

is March 21st. Please drop meatloaves

to the rectory by 10:00 a.m. on Saturday.

If anyone would like information on this ministry, please call

Howard Hardwick at 973-226-8144.

Need a Ride Around Town?

The Caldwell, West Caldwell, Roseland Senior Bus is available Monday through Friday for rides to Jack’s Foodtown, Shoprite & Stop & Shop as

well as to other local stores, banks and local malls. This is a free service that provides rides

directly from your home to where you would like to go. Please call 973-226-5108 the morning you would like to travel between 8:15 and 8:45 am.

Come and reflect on the upcoming Sunday readings with fellow parishioners and Fr. JJ. This is an opportunity to reflect and to share how God is speaking to you, and to others through the Sunday readings. The main question we ask when we meet is - What is the Good News in these readings? Sometimes it’s a word of comfort, sometimes it’s a word of challenge, but it is always a word of life. Feel free to stop by. We meet every Saturday. Place: Rectory Basement Time: 8:30 am to 9:15 am Upcoming Dates: March 7th, 14th, 21st 28th.

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Sales & DesignKitchen Cabinets

Counter Tops • HardwareHardwood • LaminateVinyl • Tile • Mosaic

Shower DoorsSetting Materials

Radiant Floor Heating

KITCHEN CABINETS & TILE EXPERTS613 Bloomfi eld Ave., West Caldwell

973-228-1900www.BJFloorsandKitchens.com

691 St. Aloysius, Caldwell, NJ (inside) John Patrick Publishing Company, Inc. • 1-800-333-3166 • www.jppc.net

Denise BastanzaPrivate Music Instruction

Piano • Flute • VoiceVerona, New Jersey

(973) 857-4458 Offi ce(973) 454-0070 Cell

Bastanza@verizon.net

FREE ESTIMATES (973) 226-8288Complete Collision & Refi nishing Specialist

Foreign/Domestic Lic # 03626A19 Central Avenue • Caldwell, NJ 07006

Paint • Drywall • Spackle • Tile • Carpentry • KitchensReplacement Windows • Bathrooms • Basements

New Construction • Handywork • Masonry Available

Sal Basile 973-418-7019 Lic. & Ins.

Fresh, Homemade Cakes & Desserts...Made With Love!

5 Smull Ave., Caldwell(Near Bloomfi eld Ave. Corner)

973-403-3233www.mielesbakery.com

Dr. Michael ElassarFamily & Cosmetic Dentistry

501 Bloomfield Ave., Ste. 2E, Caldwell(973) 228-1333

Office Hours By Appointment

DMD

MITCHELLMASONRY

REPAIR SPECIALISTSteps · Sidewalks · Stone

Patios · Repairs · BrickBlock · Concrete

Camillus MitchellParishioner

973.204.6281Free Estimates

TAKE-OUT & DELIVERY

Serving the St. Aloysius Parish

Community(973) 228-9500

Closed Mondays • 3 Hanford Place, Caldwell

Repast Luncheons • Baptisms • Confirmations283 BLOOMFIELD AVE., CALDWELL

973-226-2142

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Redefining Health, Wellness & Beauty

333 Bloomfield Ave., Suite 303Caldwell, NJ 07006

973-556-8133

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“Always Look Your Best!”354 Bloomfi eld Avenue

Caldwell, NJ973.638.1131

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Four Generations ofFuneral Service...

One Standard of ExcellencePaul Ippolito

Dancy Memorial

9 Smull Ave.Caldwell, NJ 07006

973-226-1166

Paul C. Ippolito, IV, ManagerNJ Licensed Funeral Director No. 4050

Anthony J. IppolitoFuneral Director

NJ Licensed Funeral Dierctor No. 4235

www.ippolitofuneralhomes.com

Caldwell JewelersLibby & Carl, Owners

Custom Designed Fine Jewelry • Expert Diamond SettingJewelry Repair • Watch Batteries • All Work Done on Premises

(973) 226-8201375 Bloomfi eld Avenue • Caldwell, NJ 07006

Jack’s Super Foodtown370 Bloomfi eld Avenue, Caldwell, NJ 07006

973-226-2122 PhoneEmail: foodtownstore420@gmail.com

http://www.foodtown.comHours: Sun through Sat 7am to 10pm

FortePizzeria & Ristorante

Voted #1 Take Out in NJ by NJ Monthly Magazine

182 Bloomfield Ave., Caldwell973-403-9411Fax 973-403-9418

OWNED AND SUPERVISEDBY THE PROUT FAMILY

SINCE 1924

370 Bloomfi eld AvenueVerona, NJ 07044

973-239-2060Robert J. Prout, Sen. Dir., NJ Lic. No. 3371Julia R. Prout, Director, NJ Lic. No. 5228

Windows, RoofingSiding, Decking, Masonry

973-857-1555carolancontractors.com

ed@carolancontractors.com • Instagram & Facebook @carolancontractors

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Stempler Law LLCLarry A. Stempler

Attorney at Law32 Smull Ave., Caldwell NJ

(973) 882-9300

Real Estate BusinessTax Law & Tax Appeals

Commercial & ResidentialZoning & Planning

Business FormationAcquisitions, Sales & Mergers

Estate Planning & Administration Probate Litigation

“Two of the most elegantboutique funeral homes

in New Jersey”468 Pompton Ave. (Rt. 23), Cedar Grove, NJ 07009 • 45 Roseland Avenue, Roseland, NJ 07068

973-239-1489 • www.shookscedargrove.com | 973-226-1111 • www.shookfarmer.com

Joseph M. Shook Jr., ManagerN.J. Lic. No. 3612

Michelle Argast, DirectorN.J. Lic. No. 4828

Angelo’sbarber shopbarber shop

Mr. A. Lotrecchiano416 Bloomfi eld Avenue

Caldwell, NJ 07006(973) 228-9571

Hairsylistfor Men,Women

& ChildrenWed & Sun: Closed

BELMONTDENTAL

You CAN have healthy teethand gums for a lifetime

13 Forest Avenue | Caldwell, NJ862.702.3797

476 Belmont Avenue |Haledon, NJ973.790.4494

New Patient Intro Off er$65.00*

Consultation • Complete Exam X-Rays • Full Treatment Plan

(Valued at $240.00)*99.00 complete to add cleaning to the off er

(Valued at $340.00 with cleaning)

Interest Free Financing available upon requestwww.belmontassociatesnj.com

691 St. Aloysius, Caldwell, NJ (back) John Patrick Publishing Company, Inc. • 1-800-333-3166 • www.jppc.net

Preplanning is simple, affordable & transferableRICHARD J. CODEY, OWNER

NJ LICENSE #3175GARRETT C. JONES, MANAGER/OWNER

NJ LICENSE #3904

WWW.CODEYJONESFH.COM 973-226-669654 ROSELAND AVENUE, CALDWELL, NJ 07006

MASONRY • CARPENTRY • ELECTRICALPLUMBING • HVAC

NJ State Contractors License #13VH08937700Proud Contractor & Construction Company for St. Aloysius Church’s Building Projects

Church’s Wood Floors, New ADA Half Bath, New Tiles in Church Foyer,New Roof & Carpet at Rectory, & New Roof, Floors & Air Conditioners at Parish Center

MICHAEL DEAN CICCARELLI ~ Manager/MemberCELL (973) 951-9858 • OFFICE (973) 571-1041

70 DURRELL STREET • VERONA, NJ 07044

“If You Want Peace, Work For Justice”Saint Paul VI, Pope

Patsyann DiGiacomo, EsquireWills • Living Wills • Powers of Attorney • Probate

Family Law Mediator

11 Park Avenue, Caldwell, NJ 07006-4901(Across from the Caldwell Post Offi ce)

973-228-1963 • www.padesquire.com

We Specialize in Full Automotive Repair & Diagnostic Work With 20 Years Experience191 Eagle Rock Ave., Roseland, NJ 07068

973-228-2003 John KuczkaOwner

T-Shirts • Sweats • Caps862-702-3150 | 125 Roseland Ave, Caldwell, NJ

www.knightembroidery.com

Josephsen Family DentistryJosephsen Family Dentistry31 Harrision Ave., West Caldwell, NJ

www.DrJosephsen.com 973-228-0076

Lifetime Parishioners

Gregory T. Josephsen DMDAlfred P. Josephsen DMD, FAGD, FICOI

Thomas P. Bergwall, Esq.(St. Al’s Parishioner)

165 Passiaic Avenue, Ste. 304Fairfield, New Jersey 07004

973-276-6100info@bergwalllawfi rm.com

Dr. Sean McLaughlin, D.C.Chiropractic PhysicianJames Bonardi, M.P.T.

Physical Th erapist973-403-9911

Fax: 973-403-991225 Greenbrook RoadFairfi eld, NJ 07004