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TWENTY- SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
September 3, 2017
MASS INTENTIONS
Saturday, September 2, 2017 8:15 AM Vocations 5:00 PM John Crowley, Joseph Hammond Sunday, September 3, 2017 7:30 AM Antoinette Rosetti, Barbara Byrne 9:00 AM Roy Sposito, Maureen Michel 11:00 AM John Sullivan, Suzanne Arnowitz Monday, September 4, 2017 8:15 AM Patti & Dick Osterman (Sp. Int.) Tuesday, September 5, 2017 8:15 AM Mary & Gertrude Moore Wednesday, September 6, 2017 8:15 AM Terri & Michael Alexander
Thursday, September 7, 2017 8:15 AM Toni & Bob Brinster (Sp. Int.) Friday, September 8, 2017
8:15 AM Michael Alexander (Sp. Int.) Saturday, September 9, 2017
8:15 AM Annabelle McNamara 5:00 PM Angelo, Carmella, Antonio DeGiacomo, Thomas
Gilhooley Sunday, September 10, 2017 7:30 AM Kenneth J. Hrabovecky 9:00 AM William Nicholson, Jeff Sherman 1:00 AM Chester Kosarek, Sr., Robert H. Lewit, Sr.
CELEBRANTS FOR SEPTEMBER 9th & SEPTEMBER 10th
5:00 PM Rev Henry Schreitmueller 7:30 AM Msgr. John J. Carroll 9:00 AM Rev. Lukasz Iwanczuk 11:00 AM Rev. Edward G. Lambro
PROCLAIMER OF THE WORD Saturday, September 9, 2017 5:00 PM Ann Garcia, Kristen Prescott Sunday, September 10, 2017 7:30 Debbie Goulian 9:00 AM John Berthiaume, Stephen Marchiano 11:00 AM Peggy Tana, Brian McMurray
EUCHARISTIC MINISTER SCHEDULE Saturday, September 9, 2017 5:00 PM Bob Carroll, Richard DeMarco, Marianne Garibaldi,
Denise Hatch, Mary Keane, Patrice Leavenworth Sunday, September 10, 2017 7:30 AM Betty Dominico 9:00 AM Yesenia & Jarod Cohen, Tom Link, Cabrina Potente,
Stephanie Schuckalo, Cherylan Zarpaylic 11:00 AM Joseph Coralluzzo, Dolores Gesumaria, Mary Ann
Grieco, Janine Minardi, Gail Pisarcik, Rich Wolowicz
MEMORIALS – For September 3rd
– September 9th
, 2017
The Sanctuary Lamp in the Church will burn in loving memory of Eileen Davies. The Sanctuary Lamp in the Church will burn in loving memory of Mr. & Mrs. Edward Vern.
For those who have been called home to Christ we pray especially for Dr. William J. Cannon, husband of Judith.
DO IT FOR JESUS
Last Week at Mass: $ 9,614 Automatic Contribution: $ 3,315 (Auto-Contribution Families – 74)
Last Week Total Giving: $12,929 Last Year: $12,895
AUTO CONTRIBUTION Please sign-up for automatic giving, visit our website at
www.olmchurch.org/automatic-contributions
Pastor’s Gratitude: “I am very grateful to Fr. Joseph for preaching at all the Masses last weekend on his mission in India. Fr. Joseph Kochuparampil Devasia, Mission Diocese of Kurnool, Bishop’s House, B-Camp post, Kurnool – 518 002, A. P. India. Email: [email protected], www.safewaterforindia.org”
Parishioner’s response: “I enjoyed listening to Fr. Joseph speak about his missionary communities in India.”
50/50 RAFFLE Thank you to those who took a raffle ticket to help support St. Francis Residential Community in Denville. Whoever has raffle ticket # 3221 took the wrong part of the ticket. If you would return it to Msgr. Carroll he would gladly give you the correct part of the ticket.
RECOVERY MASS Every 2
nd Saturday of the month at 12 noon there is a Recovery
Mass followed by Intercessory Prayers at The Shrine of St. Joseph, 1050 Long Hill Road, Stirling, N.J. [email protected] (973-370-3784).
HAPPY LABOR DAY Labor Day is Monday, September 4. This year we recognize, thank and ask God to bless the millions of people across our country who work every day to take care of their families. We work to put food on the table, to put our children through school to support our parishes and to obtain the basic simple pleasures in life. Thank you Lord for our work; it is our work that makes America great! HOLIDAY HOURS: In observance of Labor Day, Sept. 4
th, the parish office will be closed on Monday.
MARIAN PILGRIMAGE Join us for a pilgrimage to Washington, DC on Oct. 21
st to visit
the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. This spiritual journey includes: Mass-Bishop Serratelli, Confessions, Catechetical Presentations, Rosary, Devotional Time, Divine Mercy, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and more. One-day and overnight options are available. Contact John Ramsden at 973-519-3992, [email protected] or Joe Coralluzzo at 201-274-6688, [email protected].
JUNIOR CHOIR Children in grades 4 to 8 are encouraged to join the Junior Choir which rehearses every Tuesday from 4:30 – 5:30pm and sings at every 9:00am Mass. Please talk to Michael Pierce or send him an email: [email protected]
THANK YOU FROM GOOD COUNSEL HOMES Good Counsel Homes and Debbie DuHaime thank the parishioners of Our Lady of the Magnificat for their generous support to help young moms and their babies in need. Your parish donated $5,538.84 to Good Counsel. Thank you so much for your kindness and loving support. Please check out GoodCounselHomes.org for more information.
We pray especially for our parishioners, relatives and friends.
Andy Borinski James Commarato Jennie Drew Michael Fitzpatrick, Sr. Nancy Florio Rosemarie Geraghty Joseph Maher Greg Meehan, Jr. Bill Myers Jesus Serrano Peggy Spreen Debora Stonitsch Katherine Thompson Fred Weber Terry Wickham
1ST ANNUAL
Women’s Cornerstone Retreat Friday, October 20TH thru Saturday, October 21ST
SPACE IS LIMITED MAKE YOUR RESERVATION TODAY
Cornerstone is a 25-hour retreat which provides the opportunity to reflect, renew and strengthen your faith while meeting and sharing with women of our community. Please join us!
Registration forms are in the Narthex or For more information please contact
Cyndy Fuhro [email protected]
“THE LOVE OF CHRIST” When we are faced with difficult circumstances sometimes we find ourselves over-reacting out of fear and worry. In today’s gospel we find the apostle Peter rebuking Jesus when he hears Jesus describe the Passion He will suffer. Peter refuses to accept Jesus’s words and thus becomes an obstacle to Christ, causing Christ to admonish him. Are you an obstacle to others? Do you refuse to speak Christ’s truths out of fear of rejection? In both our 1
st & 2
nd readings we hear that both writers’ suffered for
preaching God’s word. Jesus sets us straight showing us the way of Salvation when He tells us “Deny yourself, pick up your cross and follow me: for whoever loses his life for my sake will find it.” To be a follower of Christ takes real courage because Christianity is counter-cultural. Do you want to win the approval of this world, or the approval of God? You must keep your final destination in mind for in the end only the opinion of Our Lord really matters. Today Christ asks you to accept your suffering, carry your cross and reap your reward in heaven. Christ suffered, so do not be surprised when suffering comes your way. You must participate in God’s plan by doing all that you can, and then you must “let go and let God”. This is the precise time to practice trusting in God’s great mercy. Do not allow your pain or disappointments to define you but be transformed; seeking always what is good, pleasing and perfect. LET YOUR ENTIRE LIFE BECOME A TESTIMONY TO THE GREATEST LOVE OF ALL, THE LOVE OF CHRIST! Want to become Catholic or complete your Sacraments? Please join us on Thurs., Sept. 14, 7pm in the Parish House for our first RCIA meeting. For information call Msgr. Carroll, 973-838-6838 x100 or Carol Mangani at 973-283-2218. Date Topic Presenter 9/14/17 Welcome & Sacraments Jim McKeon of Initiation Overview
OLM LADIES GUILD Mark your calendars! The Guild is going to kick off what hopes to be another fun and successful year at our first meeting on Sept. 11 at 7:30pm in the Ryan Rm. Please join us to help plan our year. NEW MEMBERS ALWAYS WELCOME!
Congratulations to our August 26th
Raffle Winners! 1
st Prize - $400 – Christine Cabana
2nd
Prize - $300 – Thomas Carvagno 3
rd Prize - $200 – LucyAnn Scorzo
4th
Prize - $100 – Jordan Jed & Sheena Finamore
SAVE THE DATE Don’t miss the chance to increase your own spirituality by learning the famous “Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius.” Please join us on Fri., Sept. 15
th at 9:30am in the Ryan Rm. as
we journey into a deeper understanding of the “Spirit of Consolation” and the “Spirit of Desolation” and their effects on our daily lives. St. Ignatius has provided us with spiritual tools which enable and promote spiritual growth. Save the date! For more information call Carol Mangani at 973-283-2218.
YOUNG WOMEN IN HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE ARE INVITED FOR PIZZA WITH THE BISHOP
Monday, September 25th
from 7-9 pm. Come join Bishop Serratelli and our religious Sisters from the Diocese of Paterson for adoration, reflection, fellowship and of course, PIZZA! The location is Pope John XXIII High School, Sparta. To respond or for more info call 973-777-8818 ext. 207 or [email protected]
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Catechist meetings in the school building Grades 1-5, Sept. 12, Tuesday, 7 PM. Grades 6-8, Sept. 11, Monday, 7 PM.
CLASSES BEGIN Grades 1-5, Sept. 17 10:15-11:30am, or Sept. 18 4:30-5:45pm Grades 6-8 Sept. 25, Monday, 7-8:30 or Oct. 1, 6:30-8:30pm
Parents - if you have not yet received the calendars in the mail, please contact us. Expect an email shortly that will give you your child’s class assignment.
Sept. 16 and 17 – we will acknowledge Catechetical Sunday. Catechists please be present at the Mass you normally attend for a blessing as you begin your ministry. Parents, please make an effort to thank the catechists for the sacrifices they make to partner with you to teach your child our faith.
PROTECTING GOD’S CHILDREN A 3-hour training session on Oct. 4, 7PM, at OLM. If you work with child at our church in any capacity you must take this training class and fill out other paperwork. Register online at http://www.virtusonline.org/virtus/reg_list2.cfm?theOrgID=16475&theme=0
THE KNIGHTS CORNER
Knights of Columbus
News: All Catholic men in the Parish are welcome to join the Knights. Contact Mike D’Amelio or Ray Duplain or talk to any current member of the Knights.
Exemplifications and new membership: Mike D’Amelio, Grand Knight: 973-800-4915 Ray Duplain, Deputy Grand Knight: 201-741-4073
Calendar: See Parish Website for complete 2017 calendar 9/09 &10: Parish Picnic ALL HANDS ON DECK! 9/13: Officers, 7:15pm; Business Mtg. at 8pm - Ryan Rm 9/17: Breakfast 9/27: Social Mtg. 8pm – Ryan Rm – 1
st DEGREE TONIGHT
OLM LADIES GUILD 4th ANNUAL
MONTHLY RAFFLE 2017-2018
ONLY 200 TICKETS WILL BE SOLD 4 CASH PRISES EVERY MONTH
48 CHANCES TO WIN $100 PER TICKET
Drawing will be held following the 5pm Mass on the last Saturday of each month – Oct. 2017 to Sept. 2018
TWENTY- SECOND
Gospel: Matthew 16:21-27 Jesus tries to make his disciples realize that by following him, they will endure suffering, degradation, and death. He tells them that they must deny themselves and take up the cross in order to be his disciples.
TWENTY- SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
First Reading: Jeremiah 20:7-9 In this particularly poetic passage, Jeremiah complains that while teaching the Lord’s word, he is subjected to insults and derision. He determines to remain silent, but he cannot because the desire to speak the Lord’s name is “like a fire burning in my heart.”
Second Reading: Romans 12:1-2 Paul tells the Christians to make sacrifices to avoid the trappings of the times, and to do God’s will.
Gospel: Matthew 16:21-27 Jesus tries to make his disciples realize that by following him, they will endure suffering, degradation, and death. He tells them that they must deny themselves and take up the cross. in order to be his disciples.
CONFIRMATION IF YOU HAVE NOT YET REGISTERED FOR CONFIRMATION PLEASE Contact Grace Davin 973-283-1212 or [email protected]
SAVE THE DATE – SAT. SEPTEMBER 16TH
! Parent of Incoming Juniors! Please hold the date for Confirmation: Saturday 9/16/17! You should have already received an email with all the details. If you did not receive the information please contact Grace Davin, 973-283-1212 [email protected].
ORGANIZED BY THE OLM KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
SUNDAY., SEPT 10TH
FAITH, GOOD FOOD, & FUN!
11 a.m. Mass (Under the tents)
PICNIC IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING MASS
This year we will pay tribute to those who lost their lives on 9/11. Veterans, first responders, scouts etc. are welcome to wear their uniforms and march in procession to the altar. Please let us know if you will do this. There will be special prayers and hymns commemorating this sad day in our Nation’s history.
PLEASE RSVP ON PICNIC SHEETS IN NARTHEX
YOUR ADMISSION TICKET
IS TO BRING A DESSERT!