COME AND SEE!

During this 75th anniversary of our parish, I want to share with you a meditation on these two words given by Saint Philip the Apostle, to Nathanael. "Come and See!" (Jn1:43-50). Early in this passage Jesus invites Saint Philip to follow Him. And as a result, Philip invites Nathanael with the same exact words that Jesus used when he asks the first two apostles Andrew and Peter to follow him, Come and See! We can ask ourselves what Nathanael saw when he went and found Jesus? The passage states that he saw: "the Rabbi, the son of God, the king of Israel"(Jn1:49). But he also found someone who saw him first and admires him even though he already has a preconceived notion that nothing good can come from Nazareth. Saint Philip’s invitation to Nathanael was elaborated with two verbs, to come and to see. Basically, for Nathanael that "come" invites him to move out of his comfort zone and meet someone that was already lovingly waiting for him and he was not expected to reach. And to "see" refers to acquiring a clear understanding of the powerful truth of this person, Jesus of Nazareth, who is truth itself, and wants him to become one of his disciples. These two words that came from the mouth of Saint Philip to Nathanael have been resounding as well for seventy-five years in our parish community. These two words have been given to those ahead of us, and to each of us, every time we read the sacred scripture and at the breaking of the bread on this altar. These words have been the invitation to discover not just something but someone who is lovingly waiting to transform our life and the life of those to come. But, it is up to us to invite them in the same way that Philip did to Nathanael. What are you waiting? Come and See! Fr. Julio

JUBILEE YEAR 2018 The Year of our Lord 2018 is our parish Jubilee commemorating 75 years of fulfilling our mission of Opus Christi –which is Latin for Christ’s Work. During the decades our parish has been love in action, bringing good news through spiritual, service and social ministry Jesus said to our parish patron St. Philip, “Whoever believes in me will do the works I do and even great works.”John 14:22

Our Jubilee Prayer Rejoicing in you, O Lord, with thankful hearts we pray as. We Remember gratefully our pastcompanions on the Journey who sacrifice inspires us. We Celebrate the good news of love in actionthat empowers spiritual, service and social ministry. We Believe in God’s providence as faithfulstewards who continue Christ’s work usingthe Keys to the Kingdom.

Amen

WEB SITE AND FACE BOOK INFORMATION Share you e-mail with us so as not to miss any of the good news about our celebrations. Visit stphilip.org/jubilee to be included in our email list. Like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/stphilipclifton.

BIBLE STUDY The next Bible Study 8 week series begins on Monday, February 5 at 11 AM in the Molloy Center and ends on Monday, March 19. We will study the Gospel of St. Mark. It is the shortest of the four gospels and is likely the first to have been written. It gives us more details of Jesus's ministry than the others in a vivid style. Jesus is the Son of God who came to save humanity by sharing and giving his life for us. The gospel will help us all spiritually during the Season of Lent.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION The next class for grades 1 – 6 is February 4th and 25th The next class for grades 2 and 7 – 10 is January 21 Denise Pannullo for Grades 1 - 8 at 973-779-1439 Victoria Velasco for Confirmation at 973-798-8772

YOUTH GROUP Beginning in January, the Youth Group meetings will be moved to Sundays at 11 AM. The next meeting will be January 28th.

NST. PHILIP PREPARATORY SCHOOL Second grade students are embarking on a letter-writing mission tracking the adventures of Flat Stanley. Students write friendly letters to family member, and monitor where Flat Stanley has traveled. Students in grades four through eight are working hard and preparing to take 2ndquarter exams the week of January 15-22. We are pleased to announce the Class of 2018 theatrical production of Disney’s My Son Pinocchio Jr. Auditions begin the week of January 22. Please save the dates for our performances April 26 and 27, 2018.

SAINT PHILIP PREPARATORY SCHOOL

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OPEN HOUSE Tours Available

JANUARY 29 – February 2, 2018 Please call for an appointment

Monday – Thursday 9-11 and 1 – 2 Friday 9-11

973-779-4700

BOY SCOUT TROOP 21

BLOOD DRIVE SUNDAY, JANUARY 14, 2018

8:30 AM – 1:00 PM

ST. PHILIP’S AUDITORIUM

WALK INS ALWAYS WELCOME

FREE CHOLESTEROL AND GLUCOSE SCREENINGS

WEIGHT: AT LEAST 110 LBS. - - - BRING ID WITH SIGNATURE

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AND DRINK PLENTY OF WATER

MINISTRIES AND ORGANIZATIONS

GOOD NEWS FOR PARENTS Join us on Sunday, January 21stat 9:00 AM in the Russo Room for parents to hear about how we can help you as people both in your lives and in your roles as parents. Julia Gabriele, Family & Executive Coach, will facilitate along with members of our Pastoral Staff. Future session dates:

February 11, March 18, April 22, May 6 When was the last time you had a moment to take care

of yourself? All are welcome BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT & MINISTRY MONDAY NIGHT WIDOW & WIDOWERS GROUP: A social group for widows and widowers. Next meeting: January 22ndat 6:30 PM in the Molloy Center. SPOUSE BEREAVEMENT GROUP: A support group for people grieving the death of their spouse. Next meeting: Tuesday, January 23rdat 7:00 PM in the RUSSO ROOM. Contact Dr. Rachel Rengifo at 201-500-2068. COLUMBIETTE BLANKET MINISTRY The next meeting of the blanket ministry will be Thursday, January 18th at 9:45 AM in the Molloy Center. For fabric or yarn donations, call Cathie973-471-1265.

N DIOCESAN NEWS MARCH FOR LIFE 2018 This year the March for Life will be held in Washington, D.C. on January 19, 2018. It will be the 45th anniversary of the passage of the land mark decision of Roe v. Wade that made abortion legal for the entire country. Mass will be offered at St. Peter’s Church, Capitol Hill at 12:10 PM.

Our people from the Paterson Diocese will board buses to go to Washington, D.C. to show solidarity against abortion and stand for life issues. Buses will be leaving from the parishes listed below: St. Mary - Denville - 973-627-2596 Independent - Chester - Aschlafly@aol.com St. Michael - Netcong - 973-670-7457 St. Joseph - Mendham - 908-347-9660 St. Jude the Apostle - Hamburg - 973-827-8030 St. Vincent de Paul - Stirling - 908-647-0118 St. Vincent Martyr- Madison - 973-408-9042 Our Lady Queen of Peace - Branchville - 973-948-3185 Holy Family- Florham Park - Tinarifr@shu.edu For any other information, please contact Dr. Mary Mazzarella at 973-777-8818 x269.

praY FOR

THE DECEASED: Rose “Lillian” Rossi, Patsy Sinisi THE SICK:Joan Hughes, Silvia Berardo, Lara Buell, Ryan G. Micale, Jayce Mazza, Margaret Sikora, Sister Beverly Aiazzone, Linda Brady, Gus Perez, Joseph Villano, Marie Nattvo, Jennie Marto, Antoinette Van Setters, Alexander Bancey, Derrick Medeiros, Maria Ligato, Philip Kutzenco, Evelyn Wescott, Ana Cabezas, Annette Wanamaker, Daniel Marty, Virgina Mascolo, Christine Carpenter, Robert Wagner, Mildred Nerone, Eugene & Lorraine DeBellis, Bob Rose, Jack Steffans, Barbara Ferry, Fred Van Duyne, Dave Miller, Sr. Giovanni Aiazzone, Maya Hilario, John Pepe, Ron Kuruc, George Biondi, Jack Jaeger, Bill Brady, Samantha Calderone, Katie Gerber, Theresa Buhler, Chloe LoPresti, Cathy Papuzenski, Roberta & Al Dressner, Eloise Stampoulos, Pina Basile, Joseph Pagani, John Hughes, Jim Weis, Loretta Latona, Rita Latona, Eileen Kirschner, Donald Franz

PRIESTS’ SCHEDULE: JANUARY 20/21, 2018 5:30 PM Fr.Joe 8:00 AM Fr. Kevin 10:00 AM Fr. Julio 12:00 N Fr.Matt

PARISH GIVING

CHRISTMAS COLLECTION DECEMBER 25, 2016 $83,444.00 CHRISTMAS COLLECTION DECEMBER 25, 2017 (TO DATE) $82,135.00 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TOTAL SUNDAY COLLECTION JANUARY 8, 2017 $13,791.00 SUNDAY, JANUARY 7, 2018 ENVELOPES $13,401.00 CASH $ 1,453.00 ONLINE GIVING DONATION $ 5,968 .00 TOTAL $20,822.00

SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 1 Sm 3:3b-10, 19; 1 Cor 6:13c-15a, 17-20; Jn 1:35-42

SUNDAY, JANUARY 14, 2018 8:00 Dominic Pagano Angela Coffaro - 8thAnniversary 10:00 Anna Treuer

Patricia Nash Joseph Cero Maura C. Loor 12:00 All the People of the Parish

MONDAY, JANUARY 15, 2018 7:00 NO MASS AT THIS TIME

9:00 Holy Grace Cannon – 3rdAnniversary TUESDAY, JANUARY 16, 2018 7:00 Msgr. Richard Messenlehner 9:00 Charles Elbert WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17, 2018 7:00 Rev. Leo Fanning 9:00 Christopher Cardillo THURSDAY, JANUARY 18, 2018 7:00 Msgr. Thomas Molloy 9:00 Elias Kovach FRIDAY, JANUARY 19, 2018 7:00 Roger Rossnagel 9:00 William P. Daly, Jr. – 2ndAnniversary Susan Sadvary SATURDAY, JANUARY 20, 2018 9:00 Lorenzo J. Marcantuomo, Jr. 5:30 All the People of the Parish SUNDAY, JANUARY 21, 2018 8:00 Anton Hilzendeger 10:00 Steven Salerno – 23rdAnniversary Special Intention: Sy & Regina Kahn Domenico Pagano Felicia & Pietro Mannarino 12:00 Sr. Rene Donohue – 6thAnniversary THE SANCTUARY CANDLE : In Memory of Theodore Vanak 1stAnniversary