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Visit our website at www.stpaulcnj.org August 27th, 2017

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

TODAY’S GOSPEL Jesus went into the region of Caesarea Philippi andhe asked his disciples, "Who do people say that the Son of Man is?" They replied, "Some say John the Baptist, others Elijah, still others Jeremiah or one of the prophets." He said to them, "But who do you say that I am?" Simon Peter said in reply, "You are the Christ, the Son of the living God." Jesus said to him in reply, "Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah. For flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but my heavenly Father. And so I say to you, you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church, and the gates of the netherworld shall not prevail against it. I will give you the keys to the kingdom of heaven. Whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven; and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven." Then he strictly ordered his disciples to tell no one that he was the Christ.

EL EVANGELIO DE HOY Al llegar a la región de Cesarea de Filipo, Jesús preguntó a sus discípulos: "¿Qué dice la gente sobre el Hijo del hombre? ¿Quién dicen que es?". Ellos le respondieron: "Unos dicen que es Juan el Bautista; otros, Elías; y otros, Jeremías o alguno de los profetas". "Y ustedes, les preguntó, ¿quién dicen que soy?". Tomando la palabra, Simón Pedro respondió: "Tú eres el Mesías, el Hijo de Dios vivo". Y Jesús le dijo: "Feliz de ti, Simón, hijo de Jonás, porque esto no te lo ha revelado ni la carne ni la sangre, sino mi Padre que está en el cielo. Y yo te digo: Tú eres Pedro, y sobre esta piedra edificaré mi Iglesia, y el poder de la Muerte no prevalecerá contra ella. Yo te daré las llaves del Reino de los Cielos. Todo lo que ates en la tierra, quedará atado en el cielo, y todo lo que desates en la tierra, quedará desatado en el cielo".

MASS SCHEDULE Saturday: 5:30pm Sunday: 7:30am, 9:00am, 11:00am, 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 Chapel 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

TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME AUGUST 27TH, 2017

Matthew 16:13-20

MT 14:22-

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

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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:

Leonardo Yudiel Vasquez, Aiden Elijah Jimenez, Richard Cruz Moreno Mendoza

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NEWLYWEDS:

Brian Andrew Zai and Annavy Do Nguyen

REPAIRS TO THE ORGAN PIPES


SATURDAY, August 26, 2017 8:00am: St. Paul Parishioners 5:30pm: Agnes Provost, Rhonda Provost, Diane Reilly, Nancy De Francesco

SUNDAY, August 27, 2017 7:30am: Houda Sabeh 9:00am: John Hilla Jr., Natalia and Ricardo Caicedo 11:00am: Houda Sabeh 1:00pm: Carlos Rodas, Hernán Ortiz, Jose Pacheco, Jose Restrepo, Limver Paz, **Acción de Gracias a Santa Ana**

MONDAY, August 28, 2017 Saint Augustine, Bishop and Doctor of the Church 8:00am: St. Paul Parishioners

TUESDAY, August 29, 2017 The Passion of Saint John the Baptist 8:00am: Elaine Carr, Rodolfo Lupena

WEDNESDAY, August 30, 2017 8:00am: Jose Pacheco 7:30pm: Rosa Ruberto

THURSDAY, August 31, 2017 8:00am: St. Paul Parishioners

FRIDAY, September 1, 2017 8:00am: Lucila Cura

SATURDAY, September 2, 2017 8:00am: Annamae Holly 5:30pm: Rosalia Russo, Susanna Mannina, Diane Reilly, Jack Gutjahr, Fidel and Estela Del Rosario

SUNDAY, September 3, 2017 7:30am: Edmund Kopacz 9:00am: Concetta Seragusa, Phyllis and John Hilla Sr., **In Thanksgiving for Robert and Sandra Moore on their 50th Wedding Anniversary** 11:00am: St. Paul Parishioners 1:00pm: Edrian Peguero (1r Aniversario), Miriam Giraldo, **Acción de Gracias por los 94 años de Vida de Jose Cardona**

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 Memory of ... 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: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-5, 8b-10; Psalm 149:1b-2, 3-4, 5-6a and 9b; Matthew 23:13-22 Tuesday: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8; Psalm 139:1-3, 4-6; Mark 6:17-29 Wednesday: 1 Thessalonians 2:9-13; Psalm 139:7-8, 9-10, 11-12ab; Matthew 23:27-32 Thursday: 1 Thessalonians 3:7-13; Psalm 90:3-5a, 12-13, 14 and 17; Matthew 24:42-51 Friday: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8; Psalm 97:1 and 2b, 5-6, 10, 11-12; Matthew 25:1-13 Saturday: 1 Thessalonians 4:9-11; Psalm 98:1, 7-8, 9 Matthew 25:14-30 Sunday: Jeremiah 20:7-9; Psalm 63:2, 3-4, 5-6, 8-9; Romans 12:1-2; Matthew 16:21-27

AUG/SEPT ENVELOPE SCHEDULE

GOD’S PLAN FOR GIVING: COLLECTION FOR AUGUST 20th, 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 26th, 27th MT 21:33-43

MT 14:22-33

MT 13:24-43

Regular Collection $ 3,830.00 Second Collection $ 1,632.00 Assumption $ 1,371.00 Candles $ 202.00 Young Children’s $ 14.00 Novena $ 94.00 Total $ 7,143.00

8/27 Weekly 9/03 Weekly 9/10 Weekly 9/17 Weekly 9/17 Maintenance & Repairs

Jesus 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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ST. PAUL CHURCH YOUTH MINISTRY Our next youth ministry meeting will be on Wednesday, August 30th 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: Margaret Bernhardt, Elizabeth DaCunha, Giovanna Miceli,

Frank Messina, Marilyn Mays, Marina Regino, Catherine Murphy, Linda Cotroneo, Angela Kelly, Katie Mamay, Clare Messina, Carlos Saldarriaga, Vincent Lodato, Francisca Maldonado, Mathew Rinkerman, Maria Graceus, Gene Iler, Felicia La Bozette, Erin Kenney, Robert Clark, Ladonna Ackerman, Richard Murray, Gloria Cruzado, Tom

Felipe, Anne Marie Gitin, Rosemary Cinderella, Ryan Halupka, Flor Angela Garzon, Sara Hernandez, Sharon Golembiewski, Marie Marranzino, Wayne Carbona, Jorge Vallejo, Marc Gallichio, Ruth Vargas, Margie Schwieghardt, Ruben Diaz, Alma Dickinson, Maria Van Dorn, Evelyn Mack, Gerry Meola, Lijia Salinas, Celina DeGraaf, Lewis Morgan, Eugene Jurewicz, Jessica Hernans, Mateo Cardenalle, , Brian Beirne, Gary Davila, Maryanne Ciallella, Honorio Gomez, Enna Braciaglano, Leonore Triolo, Catherine O’Brien, Marie Kennedy, Cheryl Martinelly, John Krumpfer, Wdsying Osorio, Dolly Ramirez de Salazar, Joseph Archer and Agnes Roe. Let us pray to the Lord.

We pray especially for those that recently passed away in our Parish: Edith Szabanos, Geraldine Jones, Jose Restrepo, Houda Sabeh and Jose Pacheco .

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

In today’s Gospel we encounter the first use of the word “church” in the gospels. The Greek word ekklesia is only found here and in Matthew 18. While common in Acts and the New Testament letters, it is rare in the gospels. The term “kingdom of heaven/God” is what Jesus announces rather than the church.

Caesarea Philippi was the site of a shrine to the Greek god Pan. Previously called Paneas, it was part of the territory of Herod the Great and there was a shrine there dedicated to the emperor Augustus.

There was a shrine there dedicated to the emperor Augustus. Herod’s son Philip rebuilt the city and named it after Caesar Augustus and himself. Thus it is at a location where the Roman emperor is venerated as a god that Jesus’ identity as the “Son of the living God” (v.16) is revealed and acknowledged. In the text of Isaiah the prophet is sent by God to declare that there is to be a new “master of the palace” (v.15), replacing Shebna, who has displeased the Lord. He is to be replaced by Eliakim. Like Peter in today’s gospel Eliakim is to receive authority to rule. “I will place the key of the House of David on his shoulder” (v.22). He will be given authority over the people.

Paul reminds the Romans that God’s ways are “unsearchable” (v.33), for we cannot know the mind of God. The mysteries of God are beyond our comprehension. Quoting the Hebrew prophets he reminds us that no one can know “the mind of the Lord” (v. 34, based on Is 40:13) nor can we give anything to God that would put God in our debt (v. 35, cf. Jb 41:3 in Greek). It is God who has called and saved us, “To him be glory forever” (v.36). For Reflection: Why do you think Jesus preached “the kingdom” instead of “the church”? Though God’s ways are “unsearchable,” is there a way that scripture and prayer can bring us closer to beginning to understand God’s mind?

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UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS

CALENDAR OF EVENTS ST. PAUL CHURCH LEISURE CLUB UPCOMING EVENTS:

* Camp Hope on Wednesday, September 6th, 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. *Next Meeting Wednesday, September 13th Arrive by 12:15pm, sign in and take your seats and socialize. This allows time for all activities. We welcome all those 55 and over to join our club. Meetings are held at St. Paul Church hall at the corner of Union Ave. and Second Street. We have ample parking and an elevator plus a handicap accessible bathroom. *Wednesday-Thursday, November 15th-16th Join us for a Holiday Entertainment Extravaganza in Lancaster, PA. $275 per person/double occupancy. Trip includes deluxe motor coach transportation, 1 night’s lodging, 1 Breakfast, 1 family-style dinner, “The Miracle of Christmas” at Sight & Sound Theatre, a visit to the National Christmas Center, Rockvale Square Outlets or Tanger Outlets, Kitchen Kettle Village, Souvenir gift, luggage handling, all taxes and meal gratuities. Call Jane Decker (973) 684-7340. $25 deposit required at sign up. Balance in full due October 1st. *CANCELLED Caribbean Cruise – March 17th – 27th, 2018. Did not realize that the dates above happens to be during Holy Week therefore, we will plan for another time.

*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

AUGUST 30TH

ST. MOTHER TERESA

HER ESSENTIAL WISDOM—A CALL TO SERVE “I see God in every human being. When I wash the leper’s wounds I feel I am nursing the Lord himself. Is it not a beautiful experience?”—Mother Teresa’s words.

The Rosary Society will open its 2017-2018

season with a meeting on Monday, Sept. 11, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. in the parish hall. We cordially extend an invitation to the women of St. Paul’s parish who have yet to join the Rosary Society as well as to women in our surrounding communities – come be part of a life-long sisterhood devoted to our Blessed Mother and to a mission of benevolence to those in need. All are welcome and we urge you to take the opportunity to join this wonderful ministry of St. Paul’s church. Our numbers are diminishing and we need members to keep this vital ministry strong and active. The new slate of officers will be installed by Father Leonardo at the opening meeting. They are Louise Moccia, President, Dale Ferment, Vice President, Patricia Csatlos, Treasurer and Rosilyn Struller, Recording Secretary. The Rosary Society meets the first Monday after the first Sunday of each month. A brief business meeting is conducted, a planned program or presentation is made followed by light refreshments. Throughout the year we have other events and programs, luncheons and a major annual Fish-N-Chips/Tricky Tray fundraiser. Join us not only for spiritual enrichment but for social enrichment that comes in bonding with your “sisters of the Rosary.” The Lord says, “When one or two are gathered in my name, there am I, in the midst.” Be part of an organization doing the Lord’s work within our parish and help us to keep the Rosary Society the vital ministry it has become. “Once a Rosarian – Always a Rosarian.”

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

MASS AND NOVENA IN HONOR OF OUR MOTHER OF

PERPETUAL HELP 7:30pm (In Chapel)

EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT There will be no Exposition of the

Blessed Sacrament during the Summer months until:

October 6th, 2017

WE NEED YOUR HELP!! ONE OF THE MANY WAYS WE SERVE OUR LORD IS THROUGH OUR PARISH COMMUNITY. WE ARE IN NEED OF ALTAR SERVERS, LECTORS, AND MINISTERS OF COMMUNION. CALL OUR PARISH OFFICE IF YOU’RE INTERESTED. THANK YOU!

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION 2017-2018 Religious Education and RCIA forms are now available and can be found in the vestibule and in the Parish Office. Please submit completed forms with relevant fees and appropriate documentation to the Director of Religious Education at the Parish Office, 231 Second Street, Clifton, NJ 07011 by August 31st.


SPIRITUALITY OF STEWARDSHIP

Stewardship is based on the spiritual principles of the Old Testament and the teachings of Jesus. It is a way of thanking God for all the blessings He has given us by returning to Him a portion of time, talent and treasure. Stewardship can change the spiritual lives of both individuals and the parish as a whole.

Living as a Christian Steward—Time: Giving of time for Christian stewards include time spent in prayer and worship, in sharing our love with family and friends, and in volunteering for Church and community activities that help others and promote justice. Talent: We share our talents by using the unique gifts God has given us to praise the Lord, spread the Gospel message, and help those less fortunate. Treasure: We give our treasure unconditionally, (without any expectation in return), in proportion to our giftedness, and as an expression of thanksgiving. ¿Qué significa ser un buen Administrador Cristiano? Un administrador Cristiano es un discípulo que vive en gratitud al reconocer y aceptar los dones que ha recibido de Dios y los comparte por amor a Él con su prójimo. Un administrador es el discípulos de Jesús que viven en agradecimiento por el don de la redención recibido de Jesús, el cual es un regalo que no es ganado ni merecido, Jesús libremente ofrece este regalo de su gran amor por nosotros. Un administrador reconoce que lo que tenemos no nos pertenece en sentido estricto. Más bien se nos confía para que se cultive, se administre y se haga crecer en honor a Dios. Por lo tanto, nuestra postura fundamental es una apertura a recibir de Dios y a la voluntad de compartir lo que hemos recibido con los demás, por amor al prójimo para que otros respondan plenamente al amor salvífico de Dios. Ser un buen administrador Cristiano se basa en los principios espirituales del Antiguo Testamento y en las enseñanzas de Jesús. Es una forma de dar gracias a Dios por todas las bendiciones que de Él hemos recibido, devolviéndole a Él en gratitud con una porción de nuestro tiempo, talento y tesoro. Ser un administrador Cristiano puede cambiar las vidas espirituales de los individuos y la parroquia en su totalidad. Viviendo la vida de Administrador Cristiano—Tiempo: Dar de su tiempo puede ser tiempo dedicado en oración y adoración, como también compartir nuestro amor con familiares y amigos. A la vez, siendo voluntarios en actividades de nuestra Iglesia y en la proyección a la comunidad luchando por la justicia. Talento: Compartimos nuestros talentos mediante el uso de los regalos que Dios nos ha dado para alabarlo, difundir el mensaje del Evangelio y ayudar a los menos afortunados. Tesoro: Damos nuestro tesoro incondicionalmente, sin esperar nada a cambio, en proporción a nuestros dones y como una expresión de acción de gracias.

Understanding Stewardship

What does it mean to be a good steward?

The Christian steward is a disciple who lives in gratitude by recognizing and embracing God’s gifts and sharing them in love of God and of one’s neighbor. Stewards who are disciples of Jesus live in thankfulness because we recognize that first we have been given the gift of redemption in Jesus, a gift we do not earn or deserve. Jesus freely offers that gift from His great love for us. Stewards recognize that what we have does not absolutely belong to us in the strict sense. Rather it is entrusted to us to be cultivated so that it grows for the greater honor of God. Therefore, our fundamental posture is openness to receive from God and the resolve to share what we have in love of neighbor so that others come to respond more fully to the saving love of God.


¿Qué significa ser un buen Administrador Cristiano? Un administrador Cristiano es un discípulo que vive en gratitud al reconocer y aceptar los dones que ha recibido de Dios y los comparte por amor a Él con su prójimo. Un administrador es el discípulos de Jesús que viven en agradecimiento por el don de la redención recibido de Jesús, el cual es un regalo que no es ganado ni merecido, Jesús libremente ofrece este regalo de su gran amor por nosotros. Un administrador reconoce que lo que tenemos no nos pertenece en sentido estricto. Más bien se nos confía para que se cultive, se administre y se haga crecer en honor a Dios. Por lo tanto, nuestra postura fundamental es una apertura a recibir de Dios y a la voluntad de compartir lo que hemos recibido con los demás, por amor al prójimo para que otros respondan plenamente al amor salvífico de Dios. Ser un buen administrador Cristiano se basa en los principios espirituales del Antiguo Testamento y en las enseñanzas de Jesús. Es una forma de dar gracias a Dios por todas las bendiciones que de Él hemos recibido, devolviéndole a Él en gratitud con una porción de nuestro tiempo, talento y tesoro. Ser un administrador Cristiano puede cambiar las vidas espirituales de los individuos y la parroquia en su totalidad.

Viviendo la vida de Administrador Cristiano—Tiempo: Dar de su tiempo puede ser tiempo dedicado en oración y adoración, como también compartir nuestro amor con familiares y amigos. A la vez, siendo voluntarios en actividades de nuestra Iglesia y en la proyección a la comunidad luchando por la justicia. Talento: Compartimos nuestros talentos mediante el uso de los regalos que Dios nos ha dado para alabarlo, difundir el mensaje del Evangelio y ayudar a los menos afortunados. Tesoro: Damos nuestro tesoro incondicionalmente, sin esperar nada a cambio, en proporción a nuestros dones y como una expresión de acción de gracias.

those less fortunate. Treasure: We give our treasure unconditionally, without any expectation in return, in proportion to our giftedness, and as an expression of thanksgiving. ¿Qué significa ser un buen Administrador Cristiano? Un administrador Cristiano es un discípulo que vive en gratitud al reconocer y aceptar los dones que ha recibido de Dios y los comparte por amor a Él con su prójimo. Un administrador es el discípulos de Jesús que viven en agradecimiento por el don de la redención recibido de Jesús, el cual es un regalo que no es ganado ni merecido, Jesús libremente ofrece este regalo de su gran amor por nosotros. Un administrador reconoce que lo que tenemos no nos pertenece en sentido estricto. Más bien se nos confía para que se cultive, se administre y se haga crecer en honor a Dios. Por lo tanto, nuestra postura fundamental es una apertura a recibir de Dios y a la voluntad de compartir lo que hemos recibido con los demás, por amor al prójimo para que otros respondan plenamente al amor salvífico de Dios. Ser un buen administrador Cristiano se basa en los principios espirituales del Antiguo Testamento y en las enseñanzas de Jesús. Es una forma de dar gracias a Dios por todas las bendiciones que de Él hemos recibido, devolviéndole a Él en gratitud con una porción de nuestro tiempo, talento y tesoro. Ser un administrador Cristiano puede cambiar las vidas espirituales de los individuos y la parroquia en su totalidad. Viviendo la vida de Administrador Cristiano—Tiempo: Dar de su tiempo puede ser tiempo dedicado en oración y adoración, como también compartir nuestro amor con familiares y amigos. A la vez, siendo voluntarios en actividades de nuestra Iglesia y en la proyección a la comunidad luchando por la justicia. Talento: Compartimos nuestros talentos mediante el uso de los regalos que Dios nos ha dado para alabarlo, difundir el mensaje del Evangelio y ayudar a los menos afortunados. Tesoro: Damos nuestro tesoro incondicionalmente, sin esperar nada a cambio, en proporción a nuestros dones y como una expresión de acción de gracias.

grows for the greater honor of God. Therefore, our fundamental posture is openness to receive from God and the resolve to share what we have in love of neighbor so that others come to respond more fully to the saving love of God.



“A Time to Heal, to Help, to

Forgive.”

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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

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you never read them.

Father Leonardo Jaramillo, Ph.D.

Cordially invites you, as his guest, to celebrate his

25th Priesthood Anniversary Celebrating 25 years of devotion to our Lord

Thursday the 9th of November, 2017

Mass of Thanksgiving at 5:30pm

St. Paul Roman Catholic Church 124 Union Avenue Clifton, NJ 07011

Followed by a reception at: 7:00pm

The Venetian 546 River Drive

Garfield, NJ 07026

Please R.S.V.P. No Later than August 30th, 2017 Seating is limited – first come first serve

(No children allowed)

For questions and reservations please contact: Suzanne Marzouka (201) 410-6346 (English) Raquel González (201) 868-8114 (Español)

Wilson Galarza (201) 919-8797(English/Español)

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Please cut along the dotted line and mail to our Event Coordinator:

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“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I dedicated you, a prophet to the nations I appointed you.” Jeremiah 1:5

NOMINATED FOR THE VIVERE CHRISTUS AWARD

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 10th, 2017 3:30pm

AT THE CATHEDRAL OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST

IN PATERSON, NJ It is an honor and a

privilege to recommend

Barbara Ann Griffith for

the VIVERE CHRISTUS

Award. Barbara is

without a doubt a part of

the mainstay of St. Paul’s.

She and her family have

been active parishioners

of St. Paul’s for over 85

years. Barbara has given

of herself with sacrifice

and humble service. She

was baptized at St. Paul’s,

attended and graduated

from St. Paul’s School,

received First

Communion and

Confirmation at St. Paul’s,

and was married at St.

Paul’s Church. Barbara is

an active member of St.

Paul’s Leisure Club, as

well as its Rosary Society,

where she also served as

Treasurer.

Barbara Ann Griffith

selflessly shares her

talents with St. Paul’s

Family Community, and

her generosity has been a

great blessing for our

Parish community. There

has never been a time in

which a favor has been

of St. Paul’s for over 85 years. Barbara has given of herself with sacrifice and humble service. She was baptized at St. Paul’s, attended and graduated from St. Paul’s School, received First Communion and Confirmation at St. Paul’s, and was married at St. Paul’s Church. Barbara is an active member of St. Paul’s Leisure Club, as well as its Rosary Society, where she also served as Treasurer.

Barbara Ann Griffith selflessly shares her talents with St. Paul’s Family Community, and her generosity has been a great blessing for our Parish community. There has never been a time in which a favor has been asked of her that she has refused. On the contrary, her availability and her generosity goes beyond what is normal for the sake of making sure that God is loved and served in any Parish activity. Her participation seeks to provide the necessary means for members of our Parish to grow in their relationship with God.

Barbara’s dedication and devotion to the Church and its mission is evident in the way she works, and she is deserving of the VIVERE CHRISTUS Award. Thanks Barbara and God bless you!

Fr. Leonardo Jaramillo, Ph.D Pastor

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