Fourteenth Sunday After Pentecost 2 September 2007

MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK

Saturday 8:00 AM September 1st + The Deceased Members of the Piliero Family req. by Mr. &

Mrs. Joseph TreVelino 5:00 PM The Living & Deceased Members of Mater Ecclesiae Sunday 8:30 AM September 2nd + Margaret Carey req. by Classmates 11:00 AM + George & Elsie Knopf req. by Westdyke Family Monday 8:00 AM September 3rd + John Spearing req. by Mr. & Mrs. Walter Conner Tuesday 8:00 AM September 4th + James Gordon req. by The Higgins Family Wednesday 7:30 PM September 5th + Peter Nitsche req. by Son Frank, Kelli & Family Thursday 8:00 AM September 6th In Thanksgiving to St. Anne & Our Lady req. by The

Maldonato Family Friday 7:30 PM September 7th + Mary Coppa req. by Dr. & Mrs. Evan Thomas Saturday 8:00 AM September 8th Michael & Kathryn Higgins Anniversary Intentions req. by

Kathryn Higgins

Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary

September 8

THIS WEEK’S LITURGICAL CALENDAR

AND READINGS FOR MASS Sunday September 2nd II Class Fourteenth Sunday After Pentecost Readings: Galatians 5, 16-24 & Matthew 6, 24-33

Monday September 3rd III Class Saint Pius X, Pontiff & Confessor Readings: 1 Thessalonians. 2, 2-8 & John 21, 15-17

Tuesday September 4th IV Class Votive Mass of the Blessed Virgin Mary – Health of the Sick Readings: Proverbs 8, 22-35 & John 2, 1-11

Wednesday September 5th III Class Saint Lawrence Justinian, Bishop & Confessor Readings: Sir 44, 16-27; 45, 3-20 & Matthew 25, 14-23

Thursday September 6th III Class Votive Mass of Christ the Eternal High Priest Readings: Hebrews 5, 1-11 & Luke 22, 14-20

Friday September 7th FIRST FRIDAY III Class Sacred Heart of Jesus Readings: Ephesians 3, 8-19 & John 19, 31-37 8:00 AM Lauds Followed by All Day Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 7:00 PM Benediction 7:15 PM – 7:30 PM Confessions 7:30 PM Mass (NO ALL-NIGHT ADORATION)

Saturday September 8th II Class NATIVITY OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY Comm. Saint Hadrian, Martyr Readings: Proverbs 8, 22-35 & Matthew 1, 1-16

Saint Pius X September 3

"…instaurare

omnia in

Christo"

Ephesians 1, 10

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Remember the Sick:

Please pray for Fr. H. L. Brignac, Fr. John Byrnes, Fr. Daniel Kehoe, Fr. Rodell, Fr. Robert Skurla, Joseph Arleth, Alfred Bailey, Louis Bailey, Michael Bazikos, Mary Bernard, Alexandra Bilotti, Dan Bonacorsi, Gerry Bonsall, Michael Bowes, Chris Breen, Anne Byrne, Milvia Cacich, John Canfield, William Canfield, Catherine Canfield, Kelsey Canfield, Robert Caromano, Gloria Cascino, Carolyn Casey, The Casey Family, John Robert Conner, Jenna Lynn Cook, Patrick Corrigan, Joseph DiSanto, Lucy Donofrio, Gerard Dowdall, Cynthia A. Downing, Lulu Downing, Vincent Durso, Dan Estrada, Rebecca Faubus, Larry Ferringo, Luke Ferringo, Theresa Ferringo, Kathy Field, Rob Field, Matthew Flynn, Diane Foster, Gus Friedel, Joseph Gerage, Gordon C. Gladden, Ann Graziano, Barbara Hale, Kathleen Hess, John & Velma Horcher, Viola Iuliucci, Mary Jablonski, Barry & Mary Johnson, Robert A. Kauffmann, Pauline Keys, Merlyn Kinsey, Gregory Kuczykowski, Jr., Jerry Levine, Grace Linkmeyer, Nancy LaMarche, Agnes B. Lamendola, Gay Lauria, Patricia Lennon, Guy Luongo, Emilio Marini, Delores McElroy, Tina McGinnis, Barbara Murphy, Zachary Myers, Clayton Myers, Nancy Numair, Pam O’Brien, Doug Pallidino, Diane Passarello, Michael Pozanski, Carol Rader, Christina Razzano, Marion Rosetti, Robert Roysdon, Stephen Rukke, Vicki Sanchez, Kaylin Schiffer, Harold Scull, Dr. Michael Smith, Virginia Smith, Kathleen Snyder, Helen Taylor, Ralph Taylor, Ethel Thomas, David Tillstorm, Joseph TreVelino, Mania Tucholski, Mary Usher, Zenon Waszczuk, Michael Weimer, Florence Wiechecki, David Wurm. P.S. Please let us know when someone has become well, so that we may update the list.

Latin Classes

Are you interested in learning Latin? Mater Ecclesiae now offers a Latin class

based on scripture for beginners of all ages. This is the perfect opportunity for parishioners who never studied Latin in school to learn the classic language of the Mass. The sign-up sheet is in the Narthex.

The Mater Ecclesiae Pro-Life Apostolate Meets the third Thursday of each month.

The Next Meeting is September 20th, 7:30-9:00 PM.

Blessed Imelda Veils

Beautifully handcrafted with love by a young lady from our parish, these fine

quality veils in assorted colors and styles are available in the

Padre Pio Gift Shop. Stop in and check out the display.

(She is raising funds to enable her to pursue her vocation. Please support

her endeavor. )

DRESS CODE

We want to foster the greatest reverence and respect for Our Lord at Mater Ecclesiae. Our attire is an outward expression of our love for the Lord and shows how important He is to us. It is also a sign of our respect for the House of God. Therefore, one should always wear their “Sunday Best” to Mass: modesty, good taste and common sense should prevail. Accordingly, the following rules apply:

• NO SHORTS, EVER, FOR MEN, WOMEN OR CHILDREN.

• Women: No revealing clothing, low necklines, short skirts or bare midriffs. Please dress modestly with dignity and self-respect. We highly suggest that women wear a head covering.

• Men: No tattered, soiled work clothes, old jeans or gym clothes. Please wear “business or business casual attire” to set a good example for our young men and boys.

Mater Ecclesiae Council #12833 meetings are held on the 2nd & 4th Mondays of the month at 8:00 PM in the Knights of Columbus Room. The Scriptural Rosary and

Prayer for Vocations are said at 7:30 PM in the Church before each meeting. All members are encouraged to attend. New members are welcome.

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Franciscan Missionary Sisters of the Infant Jesus To Visit Mater Ecclesiae for Mission Co-Op Sunday

Next weekend, September 8-9, the Franciscan Missionary Sisters of the Infant Jesus will speak at all Masses. A second collection will be taken to benefit the work of the sisters. We ask you to be generous in supporting the sisters in their missionary work by contributing to the special collection. The sisters will be available after the Masses next weekend to answer any questions and share a little about their missions.

THE RECTORY OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED MONDAY SEPTEMBER 3RD FOR LABOR DAY. THE OFFICE WILL REOPEN ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4TH.

Coming this October 20th:

The First Annual Mater Ecclesiae Craft Fair!

Events Include: • Gift Baskets • Martha’s Attic Thrift Shop • Raffles • Face Painting • Indoor Craft Bazaar

Food & Refreshments for sale Free Parking

Our first annual Craft Fair is on Saturday, October 20, 2007 from 9 AM - 2:30 PM. We are accepting applications for crafters. Space will be rented at $25 per 8 foot table. Please email Jen at memcraftfair@yahoo.com for more information and an application.

Martha’s Attic Donations

All donations for Martha’s Attic will only be accepted on the following dates in the vestibule of Bishop DiMarzio Hall:

Saturday & Sunday, September 1 & 2, 9 AM – 4 PM.

Look for the signs on the doors to BDM Hall. DO NOT LEAVE DONATIONS IN ANY OTHER AREA OF THE CHURCH!

Additional drop-off dates will be announced in future bulletins. Your generosity is appreciated!

All of the proceeds from Martha's Attic will be donated to Mater Ecclesiae!

Coming Next Week September 9:

“Modesty for Today” A Presentation for All Ages

Concerned about the

“modesty” issue?

Do you ever wonder how to apply the Catholic teaching of proper dress in the face of today’s ever-changing

kaleidoscope of fashion?

Join us on Sunday, September 9 in Bishop DiMarzio Hall at 1:00 PM for

an informative and captivating presentation on the challenging subject

of modesty in dress.

Following the talk,

will present a free concert of Sacred and Temporal music

from around the world.

Our Lady Queen of All Hearts Choir

Beginning the day’s activities will be a Pot Luck Luncheon immediately following the 11:00 AM Mass.

If you plan to attend,

we ask that those whose last names begin with A-L bring a drink, a main dish and a side

dish to share. If your last name begins with M-Z, please bring a drink, a main dish and a dessert to share.

CCD Classes to Begin Next Week

CCD Classes meet on the second and third Sundays of each month, September to May at 9:45 AM – 10:45 AM. Grades K-4 meet on the second Sunday and Grades 5-12 meet on the third Sunday of each month.

Bulletin Deadlines: To place an announcement in the Bulletin, or to update the Prayer List, please email: secretary@materecclesiae.org,

or submit a Bulletin Request Form. To publicize an

upcoming Parish event, please send in your information at least two weeks prior to the first bulletin date in which you would like your announcement to run. Bulletins have a week in lead time, so please anticipate your needs and get the announcements in on a timely basis. All Bulletin announcements must be in writing and are subject to the approval of the Rector. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.

CCD FUNDRAISER

Thank You for Your Continued Support!

Don’t throw away those empty printer

cartridges and old cell phones!

Help us get cash for your trash! Drop off your empty inkjet & laser cartridges, used cell phones, and PDA’s in the “Cartridges for Kids” Collection Box in the St. Martha Room. Tell your family, friends, and Businesses. All proceeds benefit the CCD Program.

The Holy Father Collection September 1st & 2nd *Please note date change, our Mission Co-Op Collection will be on September 9th when we are visited by the Franciscan

Missionary Sisters of the Infant Jesus.

Attention Mater Ecclesiae Homeschooling Families A new monthly support group, MENS, is forming at our parish for parents who are homeschooling their children. Meetings will be held once a month and include faith centered educational activities for children, childcare for those not of school age as well as a social, support outlet for moms. If you are interested in learning more or signing up, please join us for a brief meeting in the Bishop DiMarzio Hall after the 11:00 AM Mass on September 2 or contact Kelly Rossino (609)660-8189, tradmom@comcast.com or Kelly Mantoan (856)393-4223, fatface78@yahoo.com.

Convert (RCIA) Classes

We are forming a Convert (RCIA) Class for the Fall 2007 Session: This class is for converts and anyone who would like a refresher course in the Catholic Faith. If you are interested in attending these classes, please call the Rectory Office, 856-753-3408.

September CAP Sessions Announced

The Office of Safe Environment for Children, Youth and Adults is arranging several more CAP sessions. The CAP (Child Assault Prevention Program) sessions are part of the Diocese of Camden’s program of prevention under the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People. These sessions teach attendees the mechanics of reporting child physical and sexual abuse as well as bullying concepts and how to help children feel safe, strong and free.

Over the past years, there have been many of these sessions already offered throughout the diocese. The Diocese of Camden requires all adults in regular contact with children to attend one of the sessions. Diocesan Policy requires adults to attend once every five years.

The following sessions will be offered in September:

1. Tuesday, September 11, 7:00 PM, St. Joseph Church, Swedesboro, Parish Hall, 856-467-0037

2. Thursday, September 13, 7:00 PM, Sacred Heart High School, Vineland, 856-691-4491.

3. Tuesday, September 18, 7:00 PM, St. Stephen School, Pennsauken, Lunchroom, 856-856-662-5935

4. Thursday, September 20, 7:00 PM Our Lady of the Angels, Cape May Court House, Hall, 609-465-5432

5. Tuesday, September 25, 7:00 PM, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, Absecon, Hall, 609-641-1480

To attend one of these classes, please call the CAP registration line in the Office of Safe Environment for Children, Youth and Adults at (856) 583-6165 or email ddiggons@camdendiocese.org to register. Please register at least five days before the session you would like to attend.

In the event of inclement weather, please call the location the day of the session to see if the session is still being held. The telephone numbers are listed above.