The Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sunday, January 21, 2018

Corpus Christi Parish Willingboro, New Jersey

Established 1959

RECTORY / PARISH OFFICE

63 Sylvan Lane, Willingboro, New Jersey 08046

Phone 609.877.5322 Fax 609.877.1695 HOURS: M thru F: 9:00 AM to Noon; 1:30 to 5:00 PM

E-mail: ccnj@mycorpuschristichurch.com Website: www.ccnj.church

PASTOR Reverend John J. Testa

WEEKEND ASSISTANT Reverend Raymond Lennon, S. V. D.

DEACONS James E. Ayrer (Retired) Michael J. Hagan

PASTORAL MINISTER Sister Robert Marie Green, O. S. F.,

Corpus Christi Convent, 609.871.4226

DIRECTOR OF SACRED MUSIC Renee Hatzold, 609.410.6866

COORDINATOR, RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Jacquelyn Young, 609.871.4680

PARISH LIFE MASSES Daily (M - S): 8:00 AM Weekend: Saturday 4:00 PM; Sunday: 7:30, 9:30, 11:30 AM Holy Days: Please Refer to Bulletin

RECONCILIATION (CONFESSIONS) Saturday: Immediately after 8:00 AM Mass and 3:00 to 3:45 PM, or by Appointment

NOVENA TO OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP Saturday Morning following the 8:00 AM Mass

WEDNESDAY DEVOTIONS TO SAINT JOSEPH Immediately following the 8:00 AM Mass

OFFICE OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Located on the First Floor of School Phone: 609.871.4680 www.religioused@mycorpuschristichurch.com

RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS (RCIA) Please call the Rectory Office at 609.877.5322

BAPTISMS 2nd Sunday of the Month at 1:00 PM. Parents should be registered in the parish. Please call the Rectory two months prior to the Baptism to make arrangements.

SICK CALLS Any time of day or night. Please call Rectory.

MARRIAGE We joyfully welcome your Marriage here at Corpus Christi. The Diocese requires that arrangements be made one year in advance. Please call the Rectory.

PARISH REGISTRATION We welcome new parishioners and newly married couples and ask that you kindly register with us.

THE CHOIRS OF CORPUS CHRISTI Adult, Resurrection, Youth, and Bell. Please contact the Music Director at 609.410.6866.

THE SOCIETY OF SAINT VINCENT de PAUL For Assistance, please contact 609.835.7757

POPE JOHN PAUL II REGIONAL SCHOOL 11 South Sunset Road, Willingboro, NJ, 609.877.2144 Visit us at www.pjpiirs.com

Page Two January 21, 2018 SANCTUARY CANDLE

Week of January 21 : The Correia Family r/b Family

MASSES FOR THE WEEK MONDAY, January 22 8:00 AM Cline Gilley (9th Anniversary) 10:00 AM Karen, Clare & Families TUESDAY, January 23, Saint Marianne Cope, Virgin 8:00 AM Thomas Gentiletti (5th Anniversary) r/b Dad, Sister & Aunt WEDNESDAY, January 24, Saint Francis de Sales, Bishop 8:00 AM Bill Thomas r/b Music Ministry THURSDAY, January 25, Conversion of Saint Paul, Apostle 8:00 AM William Thomas r/b Bob & Ginny Fitzer

(Masses Continued) FRIDAY, January 26, Saint Timothy, Saint Titus, Bishops 8:00 AM Lee Bursley r/b Husband SATURDAY, January 27, Saint Angela Merici, Virgin 8:00 AM Charles “Chuck” Juliana r/b Jeanne Smith 4:00 PM Raymond Luman r/b Helga SUNDAY, January 28 7:30 AM PRO POPULO r/b For The People 9:30 AM Robert Polis r/b Family 11:30 AM Bill Thomas r/b John & Rosemary Chinosi

Collection January 14, 2018 $12,429.50 Same Weekend Last Year $12,584.80 Christmas 2017 $26,056.25 Christmas 2016 $29,551.49

Please take the time to use your envelopes. By doing so we are better able to keep track of your donations. We sincerely thank you for your continued generosity.

From the Pastor:

My dear friends in Christ,

With John's arrest, Jesus continued the Baptist's proclamation: “Repent and believe the good news that God's reign is at hand.” As Jesus preached along the Sea of Galilee, he called four fishermen to be His first disciples. Simon and his brother Andrew immediately responded to Jesus' call. A pair of brothers, James and John, left their family and livelihood to follow Him. Jesus promised His disciples that they would be instruments to spread the Gospel throughout the world. During their journey together, they would discover that there were no half-measures to serving the Lord. Faith demands conversion and repentance, not just once but as a lifelong process. Sometimes faith requires a new way of thinking and a conversion of heart.

We are currently engaged in that new way of thinking within our parish, within our cohort, within our Deanery, and within our Diocese. New ideas that come from the community of The Faithful are what help to make a parish grow. I must admit that the good people of Corpus Christi Parish are never at a loss for ideas. Some are good, some are unrealistic, but at least there is an interest in the future of this parish. I am always willing to listen to whatever you think can make our parish grow. I am always willing to listen to how we can position Corpus Christi to be a viable parish into the future. We have done many wonderful things here (thanks to your work and dedication), and I hope we continue to work together to make our parish a place where people “want” to come to worship, receive the sacraments (like confession) and praise Our Lord.

May God bless you all!

Father John

2018 MARCH FOR LIFE EVENT … TOMORROW Events held in Washington, DC and The Diocese of Trenton as part of the March for Life observance continue with the following:

• Post-March, Pro-Life Mass celebrated by Bishop O’Connell in advance of the Trenton State House Rally scheduled in Saint Mary of The Assumption Cathedral, Trenton, Monday, January 22nd, 9:30 AM.

Bishop O’Connell encourages participation in both the March in DC or the local observances in the Diocese that together provide the opportunity for a strong and prayerful statement of one’s support for human life. Since the favor of a plenary indulgence granted from the Holy See is a privilege, Bishop O’Connell has extended this privilege to include the January 22 Mass at St. Mary’s Cathedral, a “sacred celebration” which brings Diocesan participation in this year’s March for Life events to a close.

END OF YEAR TAX STATEMENTS If you would like to receive a statement substantiating your donations to Corpus Christi Church for the 2017 calendar year, please call the Rectory office at 609.877.5322 to make a request as statements are mailed upon request only.

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VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION BRUNCH Sunday, February 4, 2018

For those of you who so graciously volunteer on a consistent basis (and you know who you are) or serve on any of our Committees, Ministries or Programs, I would like to have this opportunity to thank you and honor you for your selfless dedication to Corpus Christi Parish. Please join us after the 9:30 AM Mass in Bogdan Hall for a delightful Continental Breakfast and wonderful conversation with your friends.

God Bless You … We Appreciate You!

ALTAR & ROSARY SOCIETY Saturday, February 3, 2018

Please join us for the HOLY ROSARY on Saturday, February 3 at 11:00 AM in Bogdan Hall followed by a short meeting and light refreshments. The world is helped with your Rosary prayers. Enjoy a pleasant morning and, as always, we warmly invite you to bring a friend. N.B.: All is weather permitting.

CATHOLIC MEN FOR JESUS CHRIST 2018 MEN’S CONFERENCE

Saturday, February 24, 2018 Join us from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Saint Gregory the Great Parish, 4260 Nottingham Way, Hamilton Square, NJ 08690, 609.587.4477. Registration is now open. To register on-line please go to: www.catholicmenforjesuschrist.org. Many inspiring events throughout the day. Men, please join us.

HOLY CROSS ALUMNI ASSOCIATION … is Calling All Jerry Blavat Fans!!!

The Holy Cross Alumni Assoc. is hosting its Second Annual Dance Party featuring the “Geator with the Heater” on SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2018, 7:00 PM to Midnight at Holy Cross in Delran. Tickets: $50 pp and include Buffet, Beer, Wine & Soft Drinks. Tickets may be purchased on-line at www.newholycross.org or by contacting Karen Krankowski, 609.284.2209. Limited tickets available; this event will sell out quickly so don’t wait! Proceeds benefit the Alumni Scholarship Fund.

RESURRECTION PARISH Designer Purse Bingo, Friday, February 9, 2018

Please join us at Resurrection Parish Center, 260 Conrow Road, Delran at 7:00 PM (doors open 5:30 PM). $25. pp Get your tickets early to guarantee your seat! BYOB & BYOF (food/snacks). 50/50. Door Prizes. Extra game cards/dabbers available. B.Y.O.Dabbers. Reservations available for tables of 10. Tickets at Parish Office or call 856.461.6555 or e-mail parishoffice@resurrection2.org.

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TIME TO GROW WITH US IN FAITH AND KNOWLEDGE!

WE BELIEVE. WE ACHIEVE.

For more information, please call the school 609.877.2144 or visit www.pjpiirs.com

FEAST OF THE PRESENTATION OF THE LORD “Candlemas Day”

AND THE FEAST OF ST. BLAISE

The Feast of The Presentation of The Lord, Candlemas Day, is FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2nd. It celebrates three occasions: The Presentation of The Child Jesus; Jesus’ First Entry into The Temple; and The Virgin Mary’s Purification. We will celebrate in collaboration with Pope John Paul II Regional School with Mass at 10:00 AM in Church (no 8:00 AM Mass on that day). You may bring candles used for religious purposes so that they can be blessed! The Feast of St. Blaise is SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 3rd. The traditional Blessing of Throats will take place immediately following the 8:00 AM Mass AND the 4:00 PM Mass.

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