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Visit our website at www.stpaulcnj.org February 19 th , 2017 ST. PAUL ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH MANY CULTURES, MANY COUNTRIES, MANY LANGUAGES IN ONE BODY: ST. PAUL’S FAMILY TODAYS GOSPEL Jesus said to his disciples: "You have heard that it was said, an eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth. But I say to you, offer no resistance to one who is evil. When someone strikes you on your right cheek, turn the other one as well. If anyone wants to go to law with you over your tunic, hand over your cloak as well. Should anyone press you into service for one mile, go for two miles. Give to the one who asks of you, and do not turn your back on one who wants to borrow. "You have heard that it was said, you shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy. But I say to you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, ……………………………. EL EVANGELIO DE HOY Jesús, dijo a sus discípulos: Ustedes han oído que se dijo: Ojo por ojo y diente por diente. Pero yo les digo que no hagan frente al que les hace mal: al contrario, si alguien te da una bofetada en la mejilla derecha, preséntale también la otra. Al que quiere hacerte un juicio para quitarte la túnica, déjale también el manto; y si te exige que lo acompañes un kilómetro, camina dos con él. Da al que te pide, y no le vuelvas la espalda al que quiere pedirte algo prestado. Ustedes han oído que se dijo: Amarás a tu prójimo y odiarás a tu enemigo. Pero yo les digo: Amen a sus enemigos, rueguen por sus perseguidores; …………………………. MASS SCHEDULE Saturday: 5:30pm Sunday: 7:30am, 9:30am, 11:30am, and 1:00pm (Spanish) Weekdays: 8:00am Mass is celebrated in the St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta Chapel in the Parish House. Holy Days: 8:00am and 7:30pm Confessions: Saturdays from 4:15pm-5:00pm DEVOTIONS Novena in Honor of the Immaculate Conception: Monday after the 8:00am Mass. Chaplet of Divine Mercy: Wednesdays after the 8:00am Mass. Mass and Novena for Our Mother of Perpetual Help: Wednesday at 7:30pm in the Church and gathering every 3 rd Wednesday of the month. (Parish Hall) Prayer for Vocations: Friday after the 8:00am Mass. Eucharistic Adoration: First Friday of the month from 8:30am to 6:00pm. PARISH OFFICE Pastor: Fr. Leonardo Jaramillo, Ph.D. Address: 231 Second Street Clifton, NJ 07011 Office Hours : 9:00am to 3:00pm. Closed for lunch from 12:00pm to 1:00pm Phone: (973) 340-1300 ***Fax: (973) 340-2083 E-mail: [email protected] Web site : www.stpaulcnj.org RECTORY Address: 124 Union Avenue Clifton, NJ 07011 Phone: (973) 772-0117 E-mail: [email protected] MOTHER CABRINI CENTER Address: 97 Washington Ave. Clifton, NJ 07011 SERVED BY Pastor…………....Rev. Leonardo Jaramillo Ph.D …………....Ext 13 Deacon ……..………………….……................................Joseph A. Puskas Deacon, D.R.E…………..…...…………….…….................Héctor Casillas D.R.E Coordinator……………..…..….Kathy Militello…..….....Ext 11 Youth Ministry…………………..........Camilo and Luisa Betancourt Secretary…….…….......................................Sonia Almonte…….Ext 10 Bookkeeper.……...……….…….............Mildred López.……..…Ext 12 Volunteer Psychologist………………….…………..……....Ingrid Díaz Credentials: MA, MSW, LCSW, Ph.D. Music Minister ………………......................................John Portscher Cantor……………………..………….....……................Valerie Bernhardt Family Choir……………….…………..….….................Tony and Ida Uri Spanish Choir…………….…..…............Luis and Esperanza Pérez Saxophonist …………...…..…..………..…...…….........……. José Parra Trustee.………………………..….....................................James Anzaldi Trustee …………………………....................................Raymond Cramer Members of our staff are fluent in English & Spanish SEVENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME FEBRUARY 19 TH , 2017 Matthew 5:38-48

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Visit our website at www.stpaulcnj.org February 19th, 2017

ST. PAUL ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH MANY CULTURES, MANY COUNTRIES, MANY LANGUAGES IN ONE BODY: ST. PAUL’S FAMILY

TODAY’S GOSPEL Jesus said to his disciples: "You have heard that it was said, an eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth. But I say to you, offer no resistance to one who is evil. When someone strikes you on your right cheek, turn the other one as well. If anyone wants to go to law with you over your tunic, hand over your cloak as well. Should anyone press you into service for one mile, go for two miles. Give to the one who asks of you, and do not turn your back on one who wants to borrow. "You have heard that it was said, you shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy. But I say to you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, …………………………….

EL EVANGELIO DE HOY Jesús, dijo a sus discípulos: Ustedes han oído que se dijo: Ojo por ojo y diente por diente. Pero yo les digo que no hagan frente al que les hace mal: al contrario, si alguien te da una bofetada en la mejilla derecha, preséntale también la otra. Al que quiere hacerte un juicio para quitarte la túnica, déjale también el manto; y si te exige que lo acompañes un kilómetro, camina dos con él. Da al que te pide, y no le vuelvas la espalda al que quiere pedirte algo prestado. Ustedes han oído que se dijo: Amarás a tu prójimo y odiarás a tu enemigo. Pero yo les digo: Amen a sus enemigos, rueguen por sus perseguidores; ………………………….

MASS SCHEDULE Saturday: 5:30pm Sunday: 7:30am, 9:30am, 11:30am, and 1:00pm (Spanish) Weekdays: 8:00am Mass is celebrated in the St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta Chapel in the Parish House. Holy Days: 8:00am and 7:30pm Confessions: Saturdays from 4:15pm-5:00pm

DEVOTIONS Novena in Honor of the Immaculate Conception: Monday after the 8:00am Mass. Chaplet of Divine Mercy: Wednesdays after the 8:00am Mass. Mass and Novena for Our Mother of Perpetual Help: Wednesday at 7:30pm in the Church and gathering every 3rd Wednesday of the month. (Parish Hall) Prayer for Vocations: Friday after the 8:00am Mass. Eucharistic Adoration: First Friday of the month from 8:30am to 6:00pm.

PARISH OFFICE Pastor: Fr. Leonardo Jaramillo, Ph.D. Address: 231 Second Street Clifton, NJ 07011 Office Hours : 9:00am to 3:00pm. Closed for lunch from 12:00pm to 1:00pm Phone: (973) 340-1300 ***Fax: (973) 340-2083 E-mail: [email protected] Web site : www.stpaulcnj.org

RECTORY Address: 124 Union Avenue Clifton, NJ 07011 Phone: (973) 772-0117 E-mail: [email protected]

MOTHER CABRINI CENTER Address: 97 Washington Ave. Clifton, NJ 07011

SERVED BY Pastor…………....Rev. Leonardo Jaramillo Ph.D …………....Ext 13 Deacon ……..………………….……................................Joseph A. Puskas Deacon, D.R.E…………..…...…………….…….................Héctor Casillas D.R.E Coordinator……………..…..….Kathy Militello…..….....Ext 11 Youth Ministry…………………..........Camilo and Luisa Betancourt Secretary…….…….......................................Sonia Almonte…….Ext 10 Bookkeeper.……...……….…….............Mildred López.……..…Ext 12 Volunteer Psychologist………………….…………..……....Ingrid Díaz Credentials: MA, MSW, LCSW, Ph.D. Music Minister ……………….......…...............................John Portscher Cantor……………………..………….....……................Valerie Bernhardt Family Choir……………….…………..….….................Tony and Ida Uri Spanish Choir…………….…..….....….......Luis and Esperanza Pérez Saxophonist …………...…..…..………..…...…….....…....……. José Parra Trustee.………………………..…................….....................James Anzaldi Trustee …………………………....................................Raymond Cramer

Members of our staff are fluent in English & Spanish

SEVENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME FEBRUARY 19TH, 2017

Matthew 5:38-48

MT 14:22-33

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SACRAMENTAL LIFE AT ST. PAUL

BAPTISM: Baptisms in English are celebrated every 2nd Saturday of the month at 1:00pm and 2nd Sunday during Mass at 9:30 and 11:30am. Baptisms in Spanish are celebrated every 4th Saturday of the month at 1:00pm and 4th Sunday at 1:00pm (Spanish Mass). Parents and Godparents are required to attend one Baptismal Preparation Class, if Godparents are not registered parishioners in St. Paul Church, they must bring a sponsor Letter from their parish. First requirement is that the parents must bring an original birth certificate when meeting with the pastor or deacon to schedule a Baptism. For more information, please look in the website at www.stpaulcnj.org

RECONCILIATION: The Sacrament of Reconciliation is celebrated every Saturday from 4:15pm to 5:00pm in the Church. Personal appointments may be made by contacting the parish office.

MARRIAGE: The Sacrament of Matrimony is celebrated Wednesday to Friday from 1:00pm to 4:00pm, Saturday from 1:00pm to 3:00pm and Sunday from 3:30pm to 5:00pm. We must be contacted one year prior to the date of the wedding. In your initial meeting with the pastor or deacon, couples must bring the following documents: updated Baptismal, First Communion, and Confirmation certificate. For more information, please look in the website at www.stpaulcnj.org

SACRAMENT OF THE SICK: The sacrament of the sick is celebrated during the 5:30pm Mass on Saturday. If you wish to be anointed during the 5:30pm Mass, or if you prefer other arrangements, please contact the parish office. In cases of illness, please notify us if you or a family member would like to receive Holy Communion at home. The pastor visits the sick twice a month. Please notify the Parish Office at 973-340-1300.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: The Religious Education Program provides religious formation and sacramental preparation for children of our parish in Grades 1 through 11. For more information contact our Parish Office.

RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION (RCIA) FOR ADULTS: A process of Liturgical and Spiritual formation for those seeking to receive the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. For more information contact our Parish Office.

BAUTISMO: Los Bautismos en Inglés se celebran el segundo Sábado del mes a la 1:00pm y el segundo Domingo durante las Misas de 9:30am y 11:30am. En Español celebramos los Bautismos el cuarto Sábado del mes a la 1:00pm y el cuarto Domingo a la 1:00pm dentro de la Eucaristía. Es un requísito que Padres y Padrinos asistan a una clase de Preparación Bautismal antes de celebrar este Sacramento, si los Padrinos no están registrados como miembros de la Parroquia de San Pablo, deben traer una carta en la que indique que ellos asisten a Misa o son miembros activos de otra Parroquia. Los padres deben traer el certificado original de nacimiento del niño(a) a la primera cita con el sacerdote o diácono.

CONFESIONES: El Sacramento de la Reconciliación o Confesión es celebrado todos los sábados de 4:15pm hasta las 5:00pm en la Iglesia. Si desea una cita personal con el Sacerdote, por favor llamar a la oficina.

MATRIMONIO: El Sacramento del Matrimonio es celebrado de Miércoles a Viernes de 1:00pm hasta las 4:00pm; Sábados de 1:00pm a las 3:00pm y Domingos de 3:30pm a 5:00pm. Los documentos que deben traer son: Certificado original de Bautismo, Primera Comunión y Confirmación. Las parejas de novios deben empezar a prepararse con un año de anterioridad. Para mayor información, por favor ponerse en contacto con el pastor en la Oficina Parroquial.

UNCIÓN DE LOS ENFERMOS: El Sacramento de la Unción de los enfermos es celebrado durante la Misa de 5:30pm el día Sábado. Si usted desea ser ungido durante esta Misa o en otra ocasión por favor póngase en contacto con la Oficina Parroquial.

En caso de una persona enferma, por favor déjele saber a nuestra Parroquia, si usted o un miembro de su familia desean recibir la Santa Comunión en su casa. El Párroco visita a los enfermos dos veces al mes. Por favor, notifique a la Oficina de la Parroquia al 973-340-1300.

EDUCACIÓN RELIGIOSA: El Programa de Formación Religiosa ofrece la formación tanto religiosa como la preparación a los Sacramentos para niños y niñas de nuestra Parroquia en los grados 1º al 11º. Para mayor información contacte nuestra oficina Parroquial.

RITO DE INICIACIÓN CRISTIANA PARA ADULTOS (RICA): Es un proceso de formación litúrgico y espiritual para aquellos que buscan recibir los Sacramento del Bautismo, Confirmación y Eucaristía. Para mayor información por favor, ponerse en contacto con la Oficina Parroquial.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN GETTING YOUR CHILD

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NEWLY BAPTIZED:

Edivel Carolina Reyes Moya, Edward Reyes Jr. and Angel Joel Flores Moya

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NEWLYWEDS:

Joshua J. Aviles and Amanda Mojica

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SATURDAY, February 18, 2017 8:00am: Filomena Bambalan 5:30pm: Gloria Kolodziej, Carmine Damiano (16th Ann), Francesca Damiano, **In Thanksgiving for the Health of Willy Caicedo and Andy Mendez

SUNDAY, February 19, 2017 Seventh Sunday of Ordinary Time 7:30am: Gloria Kolodziej, Monsignor Patrick Brown 9:30am: Andrea Marano (27th Ann) 11:30am: Assunta Cupillari, John DeGraaf, Helen Loden, Juan Carlos Pozuelos 1:00pm: Orlando González Gerardo Palacio, John Link, Monsignor Patrick Brown

MONDAY, February 20, 2017 8:00am: Pat Juliano

TUESDAY, February 21, 2017 Saint Peter Damian, Bishop and Doctor of the Church 8:00am: Ruth Worhach, Wanda Hango

WEDNESDAY, February 22, 2017 The Chair of Saint Peter the Apostle 8:00am: Monsignor Patrick Brown 7:30pm: St. Paul Parishioners

THURSDAY, February 23, 2017 Saint Polycarp, Bishop and Martyr 8:00am: Georgiann Roth

FRIDAY, February 24, 2017 8:00am: Margaret Hannaway

SATURDAY, February 25, 2017 8:00am: St. Paul Parishioners 5:30pm: Natalia Caicedo, Sonia Surca, Victoria and Felix Surca

SUNDAY, February 26, 2017 Eighth Sunday of Ordinary Time 7:30am: St. Paul Parishioners 9:30am: Ann Kattwinkel, Andrea Cushing, Nina Surich 11:30am: James Carabello (16th Ann), Anthony Mustac, Domenico Oricchio, 1:00pm: Carlos Rodas, Hernan Ortiz, Gerardo Palacio, Carmen Falquez (7o Aniversario), Besabeth Valdez

The Sanctuary Lamp will be lit in Memory of... St. Paul Church Parishioners Host and Wine is offered in Memory of... St. Paul Church Parishioners The Candles on the Main Altar are in Memory of... St. Paul Church Parishioners The Flowers on the Main Altar are in Thanksgiving for ... St. Paul Church Parishioners The Blue Candle on Mary’s Altar will be lit in Memory of … St. Paul Church Parishioners The flowers on Mary’s Altar are in Memory of… St. Paul Church Parishioners

READINGS FOR THIS WEEK Monday: Sirach 1:1-10; Psalm 93:1ab, 1cd-2, 5; Mark 9:14-29 Tuesday: Sirach 2:1-11; Psalm 37:3-4, 18-19, 27-28, 39-40; Mark 9:30-37 Wednesday: 1 Peter 5:1-4; Psalm 23:1-3a, 4, 5, 6; Matthew 16:13-19 Thursday: Sirach 5:1-8; Psalm 1:1-2, 3, 4 and 6; Mark 9:41-50 Friday: Sir 6:5-17; Psalm 119:12, 16, 18, 27, 34, 35; Mark 10:1-12 Saturday: Sirach 17:1-15; Psalm 103:13-14, 15-16, 17-18; Mark 10:13-16 Sunday: Isaiah 49:14-15; Psalm 62:2-3, 6-7, 8-9; 1 Corinthians 4:1-5; Matthew 6:24-34

FEBRUARY/MARCH ENVELOPE SCHEDULE

GOD’S PLAN FOR GIVING: COLLECTION FOR FEBRUARY 12th, 2017

Please notify an usher if the Mass you are attending is in memory of a friend of family member, and you will like to bring the Gifts to the Altar in the Offertory Procession.

Memorials This Weekend 18th, 19th

MT 21:33-43

MT 14:22-33

MT 13:24-43

Regular Collection $ 3,831.00 Second Collection $ 1,334.00 Candles $ 134.00 Young Children’s $ 76.00 Novena $ 89.00 Total $ 5,464.00

2/19 Weekly 2/19 Eastern & Central Europe 2/26 Weekly 3/01 Ash Wednesday

“In every way I have shown you that by hard work of that sort we must help the weak, and keep in mind the words of the Lord

Jesus who himself said, “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” (Acts 20:35) Thank you for your generosity!

(IF ANYONE IS INTERESTED IN A MASS INTENTION FOR

A LOVED ONE, PLEASE CALL OUR PARISH OFFICE)

AN INVITATION TO OUR PARISH COMMUNITY St. Paul Church would like to invite its loving and dedicated parishioners to include St. Paul Church in their last Will and Testament as an act of loving kindness, gratitude and service to our parish community for years to come. St. Paul Church is open to receive the blessings given by its parish community and is grateful for your generosity. May God bless you always.

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C A T H O L I C

ST. PAUL CHURCH YOUTH MINISTRY Our next youth ministry meeting will be on Wednesday, February 22nd at 6:45pm in the Mother Cabrini Center. We welcome all the youth of our parish to come and join us and bring a friend!

COMMUNITY PRAYERS PRAYERS FOR FIREFIGHTERS, POLICEMEN, AND

THOSE SERVING IN THE MILITARY may they be strengthened by knowing that Jesus Christ is with them always especially; Douglas Aquino, Kevin Aquino, Christopher McQuade, Matthew Mulick, Jeremy Brubaker, Matthew Valderama, Joseph Puskas II, Samantha Eromenok, Brian Eromenok, Erin Kidd, Kevin Fitzpatrick, Joseph Belfi, Fernando Rodriguez, Juan Perdomo, Anais Calderon, Christopher Calderon, Stephen Prandy, Lorenzo Urbano, Joseph Domicolo, Jake Castro, Marci Mann, Christopher & Matthew Molino, Carlos & Patricio Archila, Steven Green, Jose Carrero, Tom Scangarello Jr., Javier Cruz, William Fernandez, Rudy Ruiz, Wesley Delgado, Michael Genchi, Christopher Ashey, and William Fernandez. May they be comforted by our continual prayers for their safety. Let us pray to the Lord.

PRAYERS FOR THE SICK We especially pray for the sick who are suffering in our parish community: Cathy Scyncik, Andrew Sussman, Agnes Espinas, Lucile

Paradiso, Roseanne Rocasanta, Dennis Asti, Margaret Bernhardt, Cathy Telofski, Elizabeth DaCunha, Sofia Hichez, Giovanna Miceli, Frank Messina, Marilyn Mays, Marina Regino, Catherine Murphy, Vinny Wilson, Linda Cotroneo, Angela Kelly, Katie Mamay, Clare Messina, Carlos Saldarriaga, Vincent Lodato, Francisca Maldonado,

Mathew Rinkerman, Maria Graceus, Gene Iler, , Jackie Pou, Debra David, Felicia La Bozette, Erin Kenney, Robert Clark, Ladonna Ackerman, Richard Murray, Gloria Cruzado, Tom Felipe, Anne Marie Gitin, George Vlases, Rosemary Cinderella, Ryan Halupka, Flor Angela Garzon, Sara Hernandez, Sharon Golembiewski, Marie Marranzino, Wayne Carbona, Isabel Azona, Jorge Vallejo, Marc Gallichio, Ruth Vargas, Jade Alvarez, Margie Schwieghardt, Ruben Diaz, Alma Dickinson, Maria Van Dorn, Evelyn Mack, Ellen DeLosh, Gerry Meola, Lijia Salinas, Celina DeGraaf, Lewis Morgan, James Scangarello, Eugene Jurewicz, Jessica Hernans, Lidia Barone, Mateo Cardenalle, Sr. Mary Dominic Kopitar and Barbarita Griffith. Let us pray to the Lord.

We pray especially for those that recently passed away in our Parish: Jason Castillo, Mario Castano, Graciela Martínez, Rosendo Reyes, Florence Rinkerman and Monsignor Patrick Brown.

GOSPEL REFLECTION

Throughout Jewish history it was traditional for Jews to demonstrate repentance through washing ceremonies. John the Baptist was preaching repentance for the coming of God's reign. His baptism may have been related to the purifying washings of the Essenes at Qumran near the

was God's anointed one. John answered that his baptism was only a preparation for "one mightier" who would aptize with "the Holy Spirit and fire" (v 16). Although

Jesus had no need of repentance, he entered the murky waters where the people had been baptized, thereby uniting himself with sinful humanity. The baptism of Jesus was another "epiphany," or manifestation of the divine presence. While Jesus was praying, the Spirit descended upon him, and God's voice was heard confirming Jesus as the "beloved Son" (v.22). On Calvary, Jesus would undergo a baptism of fire that would bring salvation to the whole world (Lk 12:49-50). This transforming fire would be poured out on the Church at Pentecost (Acts 2:1-4).

PARISH MINISTRY “As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace.” 1 Peter 4:10

What makes Christians different from others and what makes Christianity distinct from any other religion? It is grace – treating others not as they deserve but as God wishes them to be treated – with loving-kindness and mercy. God is good to the unjust as well as the just. His love embraces saint and sinner alike. God seeks our highest good and teaches us to seek the greatest good of others, even those who hate and abuse us. Our love for others, even those who are ungrateful and selfish towards us, must be marked by the same kindness and mercy which God has shown to us.

us, must be marked by the same kindness and mercy which God has shown to us. It is easier to show kindness and mercy when we can expect to benefit from doing so. How much harder when we can expect nothing in return. Our prayer for those who do us ill both breaks the power of revenge and releases the power of love to do good in the face of evil. How can we possibly love those who cause us harm or ill-will? With God all things are possible. He gives power and grace to those who believe and accept the gift of the Holy Spirit. His love conquers all, even our hurts, fears, prejudices and griefs. Only the cross of Jesus Christ can free us from the tyranny of malice, hatred, revenge, and resentment and gives us the courage to return evil with good. Such love and grace has power to heal and to save from destruction.

CATHOLIC HUMOR

LIFE’S LITTLE INSTRUCTION BOOK 1. Be the first to fight for a just cause.

2. When you have a choice of two exciting things, choose the one you haven’t tried.

3. Remember that no time spent with your children is ever wasted.

4. Give people more than they expect and do it cheerfully.

5. Don’t go looking for touble, nor, buy someone else’s trouble.

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In a country home that seldom had guests, the young son was eager to help his mother after his father appeared with two dinner guests from the office. When the dinner was nearly over, the boy went to the kitchen and proudly carried in the first piece of apple pie, giving it to his father, who passed it to a guest. The boy came in with a second piece of pie and gave it to his father, who again gave it to a guest. This was too much for the boy, who said, “It’s no use, Dad. The pieces are all the same size.”

For Reflection:

Do you know the power of Christ’s redeeming love

and mercy?

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RELIGIOUS

EDU

UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS

CALENDAR OF EVENTS ST. PAUL CHURCH LEISURE CLUB UPCOMING EVENTS: *Next meeting of St Paul Leisure Club is Wednesday, February 22nd 1:00pm-3:00pm. An elevator and handicap- accessible bathroom are available. Folks 55 years and over are welcome to join our club. We will have a representative from the sheriff’s office talk with us about scams. Please arrive by 12:15 so you can sign in. The speaker will arrive at 12:30. This will allow us to play bingo afterward. Reminder: Payment is due for St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon. Bring your checks made out to “St. Paul Leisure Club.”

*Camp Hope on Thursday, March 2nd, Price is $13 per person. Bus leaves at 9 a.m. from the front of St. Paul Church. Trip includes transportation, hot breakfast, hot lunch with dessert, bingo, live music and 50/50 raffle. Call Esther Kenney (973)773-2317 for a seat on the bus.

*St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon on March 15th, 12:00 Noon-4:00pm at The Mountainside Inn, Hazel Street, Clifton. Price is $26 per person. Come enjoy a lovely afternoon with good company, delicious food and fun. Menu is Family Style: Irish Soda Bread, Rolls & butter, Rigatoni Marinara, Green Salad, Soup, Corned Beef & Cabbage, Mashed Potatoes, Chicken, Beer, Wine & Soda and Ice Cream with coffee or tea. Call Jane Decker at (973) 684-7340. *Save the Date: May 17th—19th Trip to Amish Country in Pennsylvania We will go to The Millennium Theater for a wonderful performance of “Jonah”, visit Bird-in-hand Market, an Amish Craft Farm & bakery, have dinner at The Shady Maple smorgasbord, and try our luck at the Hollywood Casino. Prices: $375 double occupancy, $460 single. Includes 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts, 2 dinners, all taxes and meal gratuities, luggage handling and transportation. Monies will be collected in February, March and early April. WE NEED A MINIMUM OF 40 PEOPLE TO COMPLETE THIS TRIP. $25 DEPOSIT REQUIRED AT BOOKING. Call Jane Decker (973) 684-7340 to book your space on the bus.

*Members or non-members are welcome to sign-up for upcoming trips. If you are interested, please contact Jane Decker 973-684-7340 or Esther Kenney 973-773-2317

MASS AND NOVENA IN HONOR OF OUR MOTHER

OF PERPETUAL HELP 7:30pm (In Chapel)

10 SIGNS OF A SAFE PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN & YOUTH

1. Screening of staff/ volunteers.

2. Adults trained in safe environment strategies and signs of abuse. 3. Code of conduct enforced.

4. Open Communication between parents and

staff/ staff and children/ children and parents. 5. Parents always Welcome. 6. Children educated in right relationship &

what to do if a relationship isn’t right.

7. Al l children treated with Dignity and Respect. 8. Clear Rules and Expectations. Consistent

reinforcement / consequences 9. Adequate supervision of youth. Team approach---accountability---no 1:1 isolation

10. All abuse is reported

FEBRUARY 22ND

FEBRUARY 26TH

* February 26th, 2017: Youth Ministry and Leisure Club

* March 26th, 2017: Knights of Columbus

* April 23rd, 2017: Geraci Citizen Group

FAMILY MASS HOSTS

FEBRUARY 25TH

ST. MOTHER TERESA HER ESSENTIAL WISDOM—A CALL TO SERVE

“In the world there are some who struggle for justice and human rights. We have no time for this because we are in daily and continuous contact with men who are starving for a piece of bread to put in their mouth and for some affection. Should I devote myself to struggle for the justice of tomorrow or even for the justice of today, the most needy people would die right in fron of me because they lack a glass of mild…. I do not condemn those who struggle for justice.”—Mother Teresa’s words.

most needy people would die right in fron of me because they lack a glass of mild…. I do not condemn those who struggle for justice. I believe that there are different options for the people of God. To me the most important is to serve the neediest people.”—Mother Teresa’s words.

FAMILY MASS During 11:30am English Mass

and 1:00pm Spanish Mass (In Church)

FOCCUS AND SPIRITUAL RETREAT

9:30am to 12:30pm (Parish Hall)

For Engaged Couples who will be getting married here

at St. Paul’s

will be getting married here at St. Paul’s

OUTSIDE OF ST. PAUL

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS REGINA MUNDI COUNCIL #3969

* “Comedy Night with Uncle Floyd” on Saturday March 11th, 2017 6:30pm (Show starts at 8:00pm) at the St. Andrew’s Church Hall on Mt. Prospect Avenue in Clifton. Price is $25.00 per person which includes Buffet Dinner with Coffee, Tea, Water, and Soda. You may bring your own bottle. All proceeds will go towards “Emmaus for Veterans” (Homeless Veterans) Music by Joe Cimo & John Colby. For Tickets call Mary Ann at (973)772-2727.

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Thursday, March 23rd, 2017 From 5:00pm to 7:00pm

(Parish Hall) Donation: Adults $15.00

Children under 12yrs. $7.00

Tickets may be purchased from Louise Moccia 973-478-2605, or

Rosary Society Promoter. Take out is available!

(CATERED BY THE TASTEFULLY BRITISH)

ST. PAUL ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

Fish and Chips Dinner Hosted by the Rosary Society

UPDATING THE RESTROOM BY THE SACRISTY

THANK YOU PARISHIONERS FOR YOUR GENEROSITY IN YOUR “MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS” SECOND COLLECTION WHICH IS A HUGE HELP IN RENOVATING THE BATHROOM NEXT TO THE SACRISTY. MAY GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU ALWAYS!

Fr. Leonardo Jaramillo, Ph.D., Pastor

Visit our website at www.stpaulcnj.org February 19th, 2017

“A Time to Heal, to Help, to

Forgive.”

Please make your donation payable to: St. Paul Roman Catholic Church.

Thank you for your generosity!

January

$155,700.00

DEDICATION AND HONORARY RESURRECTION WALL

Please note that the minimum donation eligible for a plaque is $100.00 and plaque design varies

according to amount of donation made. GOLD DONATION - IN MEMORY OF A LOST LOVED ONE

SILVER DONATION - IN HONOR OF FAMILY/EVENT

$100 - $199 Leaf Plaque $200 - $299 Leaf Plaque w/1 Star

$300 - $399 Leaf Plaque w/2 Stars $399 - $499 Leaf Plaque w/3 Stars

$500 - $749 Leaf Plaque w/4 Stars $750 - $999 Leaf Plaque w/5 Stars

$1,000 - $2,499 Small Rock $ 2,500-$4,999 Medium Rock $5,000- $10,000 Large Rock Over $10,000 X Large Rock

LIFE’S LITTLE INSTRUCTION BOOK 1. Learn to play a musical instrument. 2. Sing in the shower. 3. Use the good silver. 4. Learn to make great chili. 5. Plant flowers every Spring. 6. Own a great stereo system. 7. Be the first to say “Hello.” 8. Live beneath your means. 9. Buy great books, even if

you never read them.

LENT BEGINS…….. MARCH 1st, 2017

MIÉRCOLES DE CENIZA COMIENZO DE LA CUARESMA… 1o DE MARZO DEL 2017

“Todos han salido del polvo y todos vuelven al polvo.”

Eclesiastés 3:20

Mass and Services are in Church as follows:

8:00am Mass in English 12:00pm Liturgy in English 4:00pm Liturgy in English

7:00pm Mass in English 8:00pm Mass in Spanish

“FAST AND ABSTINENCE” “AYUNO Y ABSTINENCIA” .

MASS AND STATIONS OF THE CROSS

MISA Y VIACRUCIS

Every Friday during Lent Todos los Viernes durante la Cuaresma

March 3rd , 10th, 17th 24th, 31st and April 7th at 7:00pm (In Church)

LENTEN SCHEDULE

WELCOME HOME CONFESSIONS SACRAMENT OF RECONCILATION

Every Monday during Lent Confesiones todos los Lunes durante la Cuaresma

March 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th and April 3rd at 7:00pm (In Church) 7:00pm-8:30pm (In Church)