Our Lady of Fatima

Rev. Arlindo Paul Da Silva - Pastor Rev. Virgilio T. Tolentino -Parochial Vicar Rev. Louis A. Mattina - In Residence Rev. A . David Chalackal, C.M.I. - In Residence Deacons: Mr. Stanley Lorenc, Mr. Lawrence Reilly, Mr. William Rider

PARISH OFFICE 50 Van Winkle Place 732-968-5555 Fax: 732-968-5959 E-mail: olfpiscataway@optonline.net Web: www.olfparish.org RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE 50 Van Winkle Place 732-968-5555 Fax: 732-968-5959 Ms. Jeanette Horai, Director Ms. Cora Verdadero - Secretary DIRECTOR OF SACRED MUSIC Mrs. Jean Lyons 732-968-5555, ext. 1111 HOLY MASS

Weekend: Saturday: 5:00 PM Sunday: 7:00, 8:30, 10:00, 11:30 AM & 5:00 PM Filipino Mass - Every 4th Sunday of the month at 2:00 PM in the church Weekdays: Mon., Wed. & Fri: 7:00 & 9:00 AM Tues. & Thurs: 7:00 AM & 7:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM Holy Days of Obligation: 7:00 PM (Vigil); 7:00, 9:00 AM; 12:00 & 7:00 PM PENANCE & RECONCILIATION

Saturday: 4:00-4:45 PM Tuesdays & Thursdays: 6:00-6:45 PM BAPTISM

1st & 3rd Sundays of the month at 1:00 PM MIRACULOUS MEDAL NOVENA

Tuesdays at 6:50 PM EXPOSITION OF THE HOLY EUCHARIST

Everyday (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) in the Eucharistic Adoration Chapel HOLY SAVIOR ACADEMY a Middlebrook Deanery School 149 South Plainfield Avenue, South Plainfield 1-908-822-5890, ext.6

501 NEW MARKET ROAD PISCATAWAY, NJ 08854

The Epiphany of the Lord

Monday – January 8, 2018

7:00AM + Celia Giardino r/o George & Roberta Maurer 9:00AM + Frank & Dorothy Barrett r/o Dave & Gale Zensky:

Tuesday –January 9, 2018 7:00AM + Bruce & Barbara Haythorn r/o Dennis & Sue Ellen Bibby 7:00PM + David Miller r/o Katie Ippoliti

Wednesday – January 10, 2018 7:00AM + Audrey Hoppel r/o Eileen Walsh 9:00AM For the Needs & Intentions of Marceline Keane r/o Art & Eileen McClelland

Thursday– January 11 2018 7:00AM + Dorothy & Steve Dolgos r/o Ray & Bernie Oldroyd 7:00PM For the Needs & Intentions of Debbie Seider r/o Mom & Dad

Friday – January 12, 2018 7:00AM + Dottie Burd r/o Ashley Davidson 9:00AM For the Needs & Intentions of Warren Pasmore r/o Wife - Linda

Saturday – January 13, 2018 8:00AM + Carl & Madeline Ramskow r/o George & Roberta Maurer 5:00PM + Alfons Wehner r/o Family

Sunday – January 14, 2018

7:00AM + Paul & Patricia Goceljack r/o Chipko Family 8:30AM + David Miller r/o Sroczynski Family 10:00AM + Hilda Gomes r/o Lisa Kronicz- Dubinsky 11:30AM + Edward & Phyllis Szesko r/o Family, Frank Bottazzi Jr.,Tim & Sandy Mason, Anna Maria Rubitsotta, Alvaro Daus r/o Glecy & Marvel Abaquita 5:00PM + Dolores Cortese r/o Russell & Georgette Ippoliti Blessed Sacrament has been brought over to the Adoration Chapel in the Parish Center. If you would like to have the Sanctuary Candle lit in either the Church or the Chapel in the name of a loved one please call 732-968-5555 ext. 1104 or just stop into the office.

Altar Flowers: For our Church are always a welcome gift, a means of thanksgiving, or a special way to remember an important event of life or death.

Flowers for the Altar: Can be arranged by calling the Parish Office at 732-968-5555, ext. 1104. The donation is $75.00. Flowers in front of the Blessed Mother or in front of the Tabernacle are $35.00.

Sacramental Preparation a. Pre-Baptism program (Infant Baptisms) (SEE FRONT OF BULLETIN) b. RCIA (Adult Baptism) Unbaptized adults wishing to join the Catholic Church are invited to attend inquiry sessions

leading up to acceptance into the Order of the Catechumenate. Adults who have been validly baptized and wish to complete their Christian initiation within the context of the Catholic

faith community by the reception of the sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation are welcome to experience the catechumenate process with those adults who are preparing for Baptism.

c. Adults who have already received the sacraments of Baptism and Eucharist within the context of the Catholic faith community, and who wish to receive the sacrament of Confirmation must be active and participating members of Our Lady of Fatima Parish. They must also attend the instructional session in preparation for the reception of the sacrament upon the recommendation of the pastor.

d. For children of grade school age, preparation for the sacraments of Reconciliation, First Eucharist and Confirmation is at least a two-year process.

e. Persons wishing to sponsor candidates for the sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation, and those wishing to witness the sacrament of Matrimony, must present a statement of eligibility for sponsorship from their pastor. In order to receive such a statement, one must be at least 16 years of age, a fully initiated member of the Catholic Church, and an active and participating member of his/her parish faith community.

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Sanctuary Lamp in Church Burning This Week:

Sixto Cruz R/O Noel & Mila Gendrano

Sanctuary Lamp in Chapel Burning This Week:

Votive Candles in Chapel Burning This Week:

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES The following items are available for sponsorship on a weekly basis. They may be sponsored in honor of a loved one, living or deceased, or to commemorate an

anniversary or special event. CHURCH

Sanctuary Lamp (next to Tabernacle) Flower Arrangement

(By the Tabernacle osr in front of the Altar) 2 Flower Arrangements (by the Crucifix)

2 Flower Arrangements (By the Blessed Mother statue)

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION CHAPEL Sanctuary Lamp 4 Votive Candles

ADORATION CHAPEL Flower Arrangement in front of the

Blessed Sacrament sssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss

If you would like to place a Flower Arrangement in front of the Blessed Sacrament in the Adoration

Chapel come into the Parish Center Office or call 732-968-5555 ext. 1104 to make arrangements.

HAVE YOU REGISTERED WITH US YET??

If not, please do so as soon possible! It is not only quite painless but also very necessary if we are to know how we can better serve your needs while you are with us. It also saves

everyone from the embarrassing moments that will inevitably occur:

Parishes Require Certificates Of Sponsorship For Godparents & Confirmation Sponsors.

These Will Be Issued Only To Those Who Are Confirmed Catholics; Registered In Our Parish, Regular Participants At Mass, Validly Married In The Church (If Applicable). It Is Difficult To Have To Refuse Anyone But It Has Had To Be Done

At Times (And It Is Never Easy To Do Or To Accept). You Should Be Registered With The Parish At Least Six Months Before We Can

Give You A Certificate To Become A Sponsor. We Look Forward To Meeting You.

Sick Relatives & Friends Catherine Herrle, Suzanne Hanselmann, Jenda Hsu, June Cilento, Mark & Freddy Monzeglio, Estrella Crisostomo, Theresa Simon, Stephen Giordano, Patricia Miller, Eileen McClelland, Cheryl Izzo, Camille Aceto, Beverly Copeland, Edward & Corazon Waga, Justin Treffinger, Anthony Polis, Rosalito Lim, Nolan Richardson, Patrick Croat, Christina Viso, Manuela Cruz, William Richardson, James & Carole Lettieri, Patricia Villaneuva, Concepcion Garcia, Antonia Sibel, Rosemary Melick, Marlene Treffinger, Lorenzo Di Andrea, Michael& Bridie O’Donnell, Rosario Zavala, Bertha Aguilar, Gladys Gonzalez, Jean Cesare, Rosalie Maimone, Benedict Onugha, Paul Baldassarre, Amanda Alemezohu, Jerry Dassaro, Tony Palio, Artie Kaplan, Zenaida Mabanag, Michael Falcon, Ralph & Tony Bengivenga, Mary Lou Mason, Norman Mason, Fe Aurellado, Barbara Duggan, Jo-Ann A. Craig, Osmund Gascon, Stephen & Elaine Shepherd, Rosemarie Steuernan, Barbara Aszuka, Michelle Moorhead, Nancy VanNess, Jacqueline Scherer, Judy DiLeo, Michael Bilowith, Joseph Kovalchick, James Leung, Dennis Bibby Jr., Lillian Ricard, Dolores Wehner, Lourdes Malig, Bridget Laing, Susan Perrella. Please Note: Names of the sick remain in the bulletin for one month. If you wish their names to remain beyond that time, please call the Parish Office. A name is only added to the sick list if called in by a family member.

In Prayer For Those Who Serve

CPO James Adamiak, Jr.–Naval Station Earle, NJ Jeffrey Aguilar - Alaska

LCPL Jhordan Baque – San Diego, CA CPL Nathan Boshen – Reserves, NJ

LCPL Kyle Bickerton – Indian Head, MD MAJ Chad Fitzgerald – USMC Base Quantico, VA SRA Joseph Goldberg – AFB Kunsan, So. Korea.

SSGT Jason Hernandez - Maryland Chaplain, MAJ Timothy J. Hirten– Osan AFB, Korea

LDCR Peter Ketterer – Virginia Beach, VA Chaplain, LT COLONEL Stuart King – Reserves

Robins AFB, GA Chaplain, MAJ Louis A. Mattina – Reserves

Eielson AFB, AK MAJ Antonio Martinez – Ft. Dix, NJ

CPT Ronald Medina – Seoul, Korea A1C Kenneth W. Pine, Lackland AFB, TX Military Basic Training UT Billy Riggio – Witchita Falls, TX

LCDR Wilfred Sa-Onoy – Coast Guard Reserves Washington, D.C.

SGT Nicholas Solomon – Okinawa, Japan SSGT Timothy Spring – Camp Lejeune, NC

SGT Bridger Van Ness – Fort Bragg, NC 3

MEETINGS FOR THE WEEK

Sunday

Rosary Altar Communion Sunday – 8:30 a.m. Mass CCD Classes-10:00 am 11:15 a.m. Choir sings at 11:30 a.m. & 12:00 Midnight Masses Baptisms – 1:00 p.m. – Church Cancelled–Line Dancing–2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Kalahi Basketball–4:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.–Gym Youth Group – 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.- café. Holy Hour for Religious Freedom – 7:00 p.m. – Adoration Chapel Bible Study 7:30 p.m. – Fr. Halbing - Parish Center –

St. Joseph Cottolengo Room

Monday CCD Classes 4:00 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. 6th, 7th & 8th Classes 7:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. Baptism Parents - 7:30 p.m. RCIA – 7:30 p.m. – St. Lorenzo Ruiz Room World Apostolate of Fatima –7:30 p.m. – Fr. McGivney Room

Tuesday Flame of Love of the Immaculate Heart of Mary– 10:30 am-11:30am St. Joseph Cottolengo Room Children’s Choir Practice – 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Church Boy Scouts - 6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. – Cafeteria Lazarus Ministry – 7:30 p.m. – St. Joseph Cottolengo Room Legion of Mary– 7:30 p.m. – Fr. McGivney Room Men’s Basketball – 8:00 p.m.- 10:30 p.m. – Gym

Wednesday Men’s Basketball–6:30 p.m.to 10:00 p.m. – Gym H.I.S. Class – 7:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.

Concords – 7:30 p.m. – St. Joseph Cottolengo Rm. Our lady of Manoago Committee – 7:30 p.m. – St. Lorenzo Ruiz Room Adult Confirmation Class – 7:30 p.m. – Fr. McGivney Room Charismatic Prayer Meeting – 7:45 p.m. Blessed Margaret Castello Room

Thursday Cub Scouts–7:00pm.-8:30pm Café. Adult Choir Practice – 7:30 p.m. – Church

Friday Jr. Legion of Mary–5:30 p.m.– Fr. McGivney Room. Fishes & Loaves Leaders Meeting – 6:00 p.m. – Cafeteria Fishes & Loaves Volunteers Meeting – 7:00 p.m. Cafeteria Spanish Prayer Group – 7:00 p.m. St. Joseph

Cottolengo Room Girl Scouts 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. – St. Margaret

Castello Room Filipino Choir Practice – 7:00 p.m. – Church Charismatic Prayer Meeting – 8:00 p.m.

Fr. McGivney Room Basketball – 8:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.- gym

Saturday Flea Market – 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. - cafeteria Men’s Basketball–10:00 -1:00 pm Kinilaw Basketball – 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.- Gym Kalahi Basketball – 5:00 p.m.- 10:30 p.m. – Gym

Sunday CCD Classes 10:00 am-11:15 a.m. - School Choir sings at 11:30 a.m. Mass Cancelled–Line Dancing–2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Kalahi Basketball 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. – Gym Holy Hour for Religious Freedom – 7:00 p.m. –

Adoration Chapel Bible Study–7:30 p.m.-Fr. Halbing – St Joseph

Cottolengo Room

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50/50 RAFFLE: Winner Of December 50/50 Was Scott King Who Was The Lucky Winner Of $250.00. Winning Ticket Was Sold In The Parish Office. 50/50 Is Being Cancelled After This Drawing. We Would Like To Thank All The Captains Who Have Faithfully Sold Tickets Over The Years. God Bless You!! Religious Education News: Classes will resume on Sunday – January 7th, 2018.

SAVE THE DATES

Rosary Fundraiser - Wednesday – January 10th – Jozanna’s Restaurant

Middlesex (More Information To Follow) ssssss

Rosary Day Of Recollection – Saturday –

February 17th (More Information To Follow)

Senior Citizens Meeting Will Be Held On February 6th At 1:30 P.M. In The Cafeteria.

We Are A Tithing Parish

Following God’s Plan For Giving COMMENT: “We are called to work in the world without getting caught up in the concerns and cares of the world. We are called to possess lightly. It all belongs to God.” PASTOR’S COMMENT: “This is a time to look back and reflect; a time to look forward and hope. We grow from our experiences and build on the positive. May we recognize the ways that we have been blessed by God and be thankful. May we choose to let go of that which holds us down and take a sure step ahead. Be kind and generous. Be at peace. SCRIPTURE: “Honor the Lord with your wealth, with first fruits of all your produce; then will your barns be filled with plenty, with new wine your vats will overflow.” Proverbs 3:9-10

Capital Campaign Payments And Donations: Please us blue envelopes marked “Capital Campaign” to make payments on pledges and to make new or additional donations toward the renovation of the Church. These envelopes are available at the entrances of the Church and Adoration Chapel. They have also been included in the mailing sent to our parishioners who use our regular offertory envelopes. There are no second or special collections for the blue envelopes. They may be placed in the collection basket, mailed or dropped off at the Parish Center at any time. Also, for those who prefer, On-Line Giving is available for electronic transfer payments and donations. Please see our Parish website at www.olfparish.org for information

“For The Honor of Our Lady And the Glory of God” Pray for God’s Blessing

Through the Intercession of Saint Ann We’ve installed the statue of Saint Ann,

Mother of Mary and grandmother of Jesus. Through the intercession of Saint Ann to whom this

campaign is dedicated, may we face the challenges of our undertaking with courage, cooperation and

generosity for the honor of Our Lady and The Glory of God. Campaign Information as of For the Honor of

Our Lady and the Glory of God

For the Honor of Our Lady and the Glory of God

Campaign Information as of 12/25/17 Monies Pledged $2,212,987.49 Pledges Received 1,890,461.77 Includes online giving of 66,728.75

Total of all monies received 2,267,788.91

This amount includes donations before the campaign & quarterly

interest

Money Received Last Week Cash & Checks $18,429.50 Online Giving 425.00 Total Received $18,854.50

Continue using blue envelopes for payments

& gifts. They have a new name, but the purpose is the same.

HAPPY NEW YEAR

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BILL PAY: Did you know that individuals can arrange with their bank to make automatic check payments to our church and other charitable institutions? Many of our parishioners use Bill-Pay, a free convenient and hassle free way to make contributions toward the weekly offertory and/or the Parish Capital Campaign. To learn more, contact your bank and ask them about Bill-Pay.

ATTENTION PARISHIONERS THE 2019 Mass Book Will be opened on Thursday – January 18th at 9:30 a.m.

Income And Expenses For The Week Of Dec. 26 –Jan. 1 2 0 18 th st

INCOME & EXPENSES

Church, Parish Center, Rectory and Education- Recreation Center

INCOME: Mass Collection $14,642.00 On-Line Giving 657.00 OLF Athletic Association 5,060.00 Rental 1,738.00 Monthly 50/50 500.00 Donation 280.00 All Other Income 644.00 Total Income $23,521.00 EXPENSES: Payroll 15,390.00 Property Insurance 5,926.00 Medical 6,510.00 Contract Service Maintenance 5,575.00 Priest Pension 2,162.00 Utilities 1,885.00 Monthly 50/50 250.00 All Other Expenses 804.00 Total Expenses 8,502.00 Expenses over Income 14,981.00.00

INCOME AND EXPENSES

Church Renovation INCOME: Capital Campaign Money Received 18,854.50 Total Income 18,854.50 EXPENSES: Church & Chapel expense renovation $ 0.00 Total Expenses 0.00

Christmas Figures Will Be Published In

The Bulletin Next Week.

All are invited to join the Flame of Love Rosary in the Parish Center on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. The Flame of Love is a continuation of the Fatima message-the Triumph of the Immaculate Heart of Mary and

the reign of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The Blessed Mother has said that this grace of the Flame of Love Rosary is the greatest grace given to Mankind since the Incarnation.

ARE YOU SOMEONE OR DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO…Has expressed an interest in

becoming a Catholic? Was baptized Catholic as a child but has not celebrated the Sacraments of Eucharist and

Confirmation? We offer an opportunity to come together in a small group to learn more about our faith. Sessions focus on the teachings, the experience of Church. And on building a personal relationship with Christ as we prepare individuals to Celebrate the Sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation during The Easter season. There are separate sessions for children and youth. You are welcome to participate in the process with your questions, insights and your faith story in a warm accepting setting. For more information contact Bill Fennelly at 732-754-4214 or e-mail bdfennelly@gmail.com Holy Hour Of Prayer For The Dying:

Holy Hour of Prayer for the Dying will be held every Thursday, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Church. The purpose is to offer up prayers for the dying, especially

for those who die suddenly, unprepared to enter eternal life. All are invited to participate in this beautiful weekly devotion.

Line Dancing: Every 1st, 2nd & 5th Sundays of the month. 2:00 p.m. to 4:00

p.m. in the Gym (Recreation Center) with Fr. Virgil Tolentino. Open to all ages. Donation of $5.00 or more per person. Refreshments available for purchase. For information contact Cora at 732-968-5555 ext. 1109.

Freedom & Persecuted Christians: A Holy Hour for Religious Freedom will be held every Sunday at 7:00 p.m. in the Eucharistic Adoration Chapel.

Participants will be invited to silently pray the rosary and other special prayers for the intentions of Christians world-wide who are being persecuted for their faith.

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Fish: Volunteers Needed: Immediate Need: FISH is in need of additional Phone Volunteers to work from home one or two days a month answering calls from clients or donors and setting up appointments for new clients seeking food and/or clothing. Monday thru Friday 9-5. Training and ongoing support is available. Call 732-356-0081 and leave a message for Debbie.

A ride along helper is needed for Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays. The hours would be approximately 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Helper will assist in picking up donations from grocery stores and unloading them at the Food Room. Volunteers must be over the age of 18, able to lift 60+ pounds, be able to commit to a specific schedule and be dependable. For more information contact Lisa at 732-356-0081.

Thank you for considering these volunteer activities. For more information contact Lisa at 732-356-0081.

Anyone who needs help with Food or clothing or would like to volunteer to help others, call 732-356-0081 a Fish volunteer will return your call. Monetary donations may be sent to FISH, Inc. at P.O. Box 08855, Piscataway, NJ 08855

Monthly Flea Market & Garage Sale Will Be Held On Saturday January 13th

The flea market has moved to the SECOND SATURDAY of the month from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. rain or shine, at the Parish Recreation Center parking lot or in the

Cafeteria (during inclement weather). If you’re looking to discard things and/or make some extra money, this is the perfect vending event for you. If you’re looking for great bargains and/or unique items, this is the perfect shopping event for you. We have also recently acquired beautiful images of the Blessed Mother which are for sale. Join us as a Vendor and/or Shopper!! To reserve your space call: 732-735-5472. The cost per (10’ by 10’ space) is only $25.00.

Youth Group Corner The Youth Group welcomes you if you are in 8th-12th grade or between 13-18 years

old. We meet the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month from 6-8pm in the Cafeteria. Join us at the 5pm Mass beforehand if you can. Please contact John Procopio at FatimaYouth1@gmail.com with any questions or join us at the next meeting to check us out.

Fishes and Loaves Café Every 3rd Friday of the month Our Lady of Fatima Church and Fish, Inc. serve individuals and families a hot meal while providing hospitality and fellowship. This monthly supper is a ministry to serve our sisters and brothers in need who reside in the surrounding communities and those who are homeless. Fishes and Loaves Café is a ministry in which we exercise in charity the corporal works of mercy to feed the hungry, give drink to the thirsty and welcome strangers. In addition to volunteers who set up, cook and serve, we ask parishioners to manifest the presence of our Lord by taking time to sit and talk with guests attending the supper.

The next Fishes and Loaves Café will be Friday, January 19th from 5:00PM

– 7:00PM in the cafeteria

If you would like to volunteer in this ongoing ministry, please contact Arlene Sroczynski at 732-563-0449 or email asroczynski@verizon.net. Monetary donations are greatly appreciated and can be made by check to “Our Lady of Fatima Church” and writing in the memo of the check “Fishes & Loaves Café”. Thank you in advance for your prayerful support and participation in living the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. “For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, a stranger and you welcomed me.” Matthew 25:35

OPPORTUNITY FOR FAMILIES OR GROUPS: Fishes and Loaves Café which serves the needy in our area a restaurant quality and style sit down dinner once a month, needs

YOU. Any families, individuals or anyone who works with any groups, the Fishes and Loaves Cafe is looking for people willing to commit to making the centerpieces for one of the months. We need 20 each month. We are not looking for anything elaborate. In the past, we have had origami flowers, tissue paper flowers, pipe cleaner shamrocks and many other beautiful inexpensive centerpieces. Please call Barbara Duggan at 908-561-0555 or e-mail BDUGGAN@aol.com if you can help us.

DO YOU FEEL SAFE AT HOME? It’s not OK for someone you live with to make you feel uncomfortable or frightened, or to keep food, medicine or money from you.

WE ARE HERE TO HELP YOU!! Call Piscataway Domestic Violence Crisis Team Hotline: 732-529-2517.

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WANTED: families that would like to have the

Blessed Mother’s statue visit their home for a week. WHY: The Legion of Mary would like to pray the Rosary with them on Monday evenings. WHO: Contact Cora Verdadero at 732-752-3889. The local Courage chapter can be reached at 732-562-2476. The EnCourage hotline is 732-248-9460. All calls are strictly confidential. Also visit the International website: http://www.couragerc.org. or watch Desire of the Everlasting Hills documentary at: www.everlastinghills.org.

We Have Temporary Envelopes In The Church For Any Parishioner Who May Have Forgotten Their Envelopes.

Sponsor of the Week Without advertisements in our bulletin from

E.M. GAMAO, M.D. Primary Care

Internal Medicine 732-981-9336 – 1032 Stelton Road, Piscataway.

this bulletin would not be possible. We thank our bulletin advertisers who make this weekly publication

possible. Let them know that you see their ad here and thank them as well.

PARISH WEBSITE: Checkout our parish website at www.olfparish.org. It contains the weekly parish bulletin, monthly newsletter, special announcements, information on parish events, inspirational videos and much more. It’s one of the best ways to continually keep up with the latest news from the parish.

Badminton The Badminton Club Has Moved Over To Our Lady Of Mt. Virgin Church In Middlesex Temporarily. If you want to have fun, meet new friends and practice/improve your badminton skills, join us at Our Lady of Mt. Virgin Church in Middlesex Badminton Club every Monday 8:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. & Thursday 8:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Bring your own rackets. Be a member, pay vouchers or pay as you play. One day free trial game upon registration.

Concords (Separated & Divorced Group) They meet on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. Contact: Lucy at 732-968-4093. Clearly

leave your name & number.

Parish Memorial Gift Program: Our parish community has initiated the use of the 2018 edition of our current worship program. These books are financed through gifts and memorials on an annual basis. A gift of $10.00 will memorialize one book.

GIVEN AS A GIFT BY (PLEASE PRINT) ______________________________________ IN THE NAME OF (PLEASE PRINT) ______________________________________

Envelopes Entitled” Parish Memorial Gift

Program” Will Be Available In the Pews. Please Fill In Information & Place the Envelope in the

Collection Basket or Bring To the Parish Office.

Contribution Statements If You Would Like To Receive A Statement Of Your Church Contributions For The Year 2017 For Tax Purposes, Please Fill Out The Information Listed Below And Return By Way Of The Collection Basket Or Drop Off At The Parish Office.

Contribution Statement Please Print All Information

NAME_________________________________

ADDRESS______________________________ Envelope Number (Must Have)_____________ You must fill out this form in order to receive a statement. Please do not call the Parish Office with requests. Thank You. Contribution statements will not be automatically sent out.

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FILIPINO MASS The Filipino Mass is held on the 4th Sunday of the month at 2:00 p.m. Fellowship follows the Mass in the cafeteria. No Filipino Mass On Sunday – December 31st At 7:00 P.M.

The Blue Army World Apostolate of Fatima invites all to come and pray the rosary & hear a reflection the 3rd Monday of the Month at 7:30 p.m. in the Parish Center.

Second Collection - that will be taken up on Sunday – January 14th is the Diocesan Collection “Together in Charity.” Helps to fund the Parish Emergency Assistance Program. Please be as generous as your means allow. 24 Hour Prayer Line: Our Diocesan Office for Persons with Disabilities has a 24 hour prayer line for those who desire prayers for special needs. If you, a family member or friend would like to be remembered in prayer for a temporary or permanent illness, please call us and leave a detailed message at 732-765-6431 or send email to our office at catholicswithdisabilities@gmail.com. We also have a Facebook page that provides daily updates with inspirational reflections for people with disabilities, family members & caregivers. The site also provides endless resources for those with physical, emotional, cognitive, visual, auditory & other special challenges. To access our Facebook page type Diocese of Metuchen Office for Persons with Disabilities. Jesus asks us to demonstrate our love for Him through our generosity to others, in our everyday lives, He calls us to share our gifts of them, talent and financial resources with others. “While we have the opportunity, let us do good to all people – but especially to those of the household of the faith.” (Galatians 6:10) A bequest in any amount given through your estate will strengthen our household of faith. For more information call the Diocesan Stewardship & Development office at 732-562-2433, www.diometuchen.plannedgiving,org

Dunellen Public School District Child Find Notice The Dunellen School District provides special education and related service to disabled children/students ages three to twenty-one that are in need of special education. If your child demonstrates a delay in communication, motor skills, social/emotional and/or delayed development, he/she may be eligible for special education and related services. For additional information, please contact the Special Education Department at 732-968-0885 ext. 16

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

Sunday Breakfast Beginning in 2018 we will hold the Breakfasts on the 2nd Sunday of the each Month - beginning on January 14th. - St. John’s in Dunellen – 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon. All you can eat for $10.00, children under 5 free. Omelet station, scrambles eggs, bacon, sausage, 3 different pancakes, French toast, potatoes, rolls, Danish, coffee, tea & juice. All are welcome to join us. We would like to thank the OLF community for their support of all our efforts

Council 2544 serves Our Lady of Fatima Church and St. John’s in Dunellen. We are always looking for Catholic men in good standing to join us. If you are interested in learning more about the Knights, our mission and what we are about, please e-mail us at koc2544dunellen@yahoo.com. Also visit us on Facebook at www.facebook.com.Knights of Columbus-2544-Dunellen-Nj

Shopping Reminder!!! We are still collecting General Mills’ Box Tops for Education programs and Tyson A+ programs which will be given to our Deanery School – Holy Savior Academy. Put them in a baggie or an envelope & place in collection basket. DEANERY SCHOOL HOLY SAVIOR ACADEMY, a pre-kindergarten through 8th grade Catholic School located at 149 South Plainfield Avenue, South Plainfield. The school uses technology as an integral part of learning with the emphasis on science, math & religion. We also offer an active athletic program, including cheerleading and financial aid for qualifying families. For more information call 968-822-5890 or visit www.holysavioracademy.com

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1 cup milk (scalded) 1/3 cup bu er  (melted in milk) 

small bowl 

1/4 cup warm water 1 package yeast   1 tsp. sugar 

small bowl 

2 eggs beaten 1/2 cup sugar pinch salt 

small bowl 

Let all ingredients sit about 15 minutes, add 

to flour ‐ mix well  

4 cups flour 

large bowl 

‐ I N G R E D I E N T S ‐ 

‐ D I R E C T I O N S ‐ 

Cycle B 

Gospel Today

The Epiphany of the Lord | Matthew 2:1-12

The 3 are  called wise men, kings, or magi  ‐  they  saw and understood  that  the baby Jesus was truly God. They took a different route home and did not go back to Herod. 

< K D’S > KORNER

Buy a king cake online, at a local store/bakery or make your own.

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The Feast of the Epiphany celebrates God’s revealing Himself to us in the baby Jesus.

CELEBRATE WITH A KING CAKE! King  Cake  season  goes  from  the  Feast  of  the  Epiphany  through  Shrove  Tuesday  (Mardi Gras).  This  round 

“crown” cake, represents the journey of the 3 kings, and is decorated in purple (jus ce), green (faith) and gold 

(power)  icing or sugar. Some cakes have a hidden bean or  ny plas c baby hidden  inside and  the one who 

finds it is “crowned”, or responsible for the next cake.  

Knead on floured  surface,  10 minutes  (add more flour  if  needed). Rub 

dough ball with vegetable oil and place  in covered oiled bowl  in warm 

place to rise, 1 hour or double  in size. Roll flat  into rectangle and brush 

on  oil  or  melted  bu er,  sprinkle  with  sugar  cinnamon.  Roll  into  log 

star ng on  long edge. Form  into ring (crown), pinch edges together and 

let  rise  on  baking  tray.  Bake  350°  for  15  ‐  20 minutes  or  un l  golden 

brown.  

Colored sugar: In a jar add 1/2 cup sugar, 1‐2 drops food color… green or 

yellow or red/blue (purple) and shake well. Decorate with green, purple 

& yellow (gold) cake icing and colored sugar. This cake does not include a 

bean or baby, as in some tradi ons, due to choking hazard. 

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