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OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL
Pentecost Sunday Volume 2, Issue 21: May 24, 2015 Cover Art: Day of Pentecost
Artist: He Qi
PENTECOST
Our Lady of Mount Carmel 10 County Road Tenafly, NJ 07670 201.568.0545 www.olmc.us The ministry that Jesus began, the disciples were left behind to
continue. But he left them with a promise. A promise that they
would be fully equipped to do the job they were meant to do. The
Spirit would empower them to minister. That was their great
hope. And that is the hope that we have. For this Pentecost, we
celebrate the birthday of a Church that is over two thousand
years old. And that is not just hopeful; it is amazing! An itinerant
preacher and a ragged band of uneducated followers birthed a
community of believers that lives through us today.
Volume 2, Issue 21 Pentecost Sunday Staff Directory Very Rev. Leonard J. Gilman, O. Carm. Pastor
e - frleonard@icloud.com Masses
Daily
Monday – Saturday 8:30 AM
Weekends
Saturday 5:00 PM
Sunday 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 NOON
Holy Days
As announced
Sacraments
The Sacrament of Reconciliation
Saturday 4:00 – 4:30 PM,
or by appointment, please call the Church Office
The Sacrament of Baptism
The second Sunday of each month, except during Lent. Please arrange for
Baptism at least two months in advance.
The Sacrament of Marriage
Please make an appointment with a priest or deacon at least one year in
advance.
The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick
Please call the Church Office to request a visit from one of the parish priests.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Mission Statement
“No matter who you are, no matter what you’ve done,
no matter where you’re from, no matter where you’re going,
no matter how good or bad things seem,
you are always welcome.” New Parishioner? Welcome! Feel free to contact anyone on our staff
regarding the parish and its activities. We
ask that every family in the parish be
registered. Registration packets can be picked
up in the Church Office!
Church Office
Elizabeth Gardner
Office Manager
Mary Ann Nelson
Receptionist
t - 201.568.0545 f - 201.568.3215
e - rectory@olmc.us Roxanne Kougasian
Secretary
t - 201.871.4662
e - 4roxanneolmc@gmail.com
Deacons
Deacon Lex Ferrauiola e - deaconlex@gmail.com Deacon David Loman e - deacondavid@olmc.us Office of Mission Development Elliot Guerra
Director of Mission Development
t - 201.568.1403 e - eguerra@academyolmc.org
Liturgy & Pastoral Ministry Alicia Smith
Director of Liturgy & Pastoral Ministry
t - 201.871.9458 e - pastoralministryolmc@gmail.com
Music Ministry
Peter Coll
Music Director
e - musicdirector@olmc.us Religious Education Office
Sr. Regina M. Chassar, SSJ Director of Religious Education
t - 201.871.4662 e - reled@olmc.us
Academy Michael Bruno Principal
t - 201.567.6491
f - 201.568.1402 e - mbruno@academyolmc.org Facilities Edward McElroy
Facility Director
t - 201.906.4389 2 Volume 2, Issue 21 Pentecost Sunday Pentecost 2015
Dear Parishioners,
Today the Church celebrates the Feast of Pentecost. The disciples were all
gathered together in the upper room. They gathered out of their need to be
together. They gathered more in mourning than in celebration. They were still
suffering from the loss of their beloved leader. And then Pentecost happened!
They had an amazing spiritual awakening. First there was a movement, then a
sound, then a visible sign of the presence of the Holy Spirit among them. The
experience so filled them with the presence of God, that they began to speak in
other languages. They did not have to grope for words to express themselves. The words simply flowed out
of them. It was not babble; it was clear and effective communication. The Spirit proclaimed a marvelous,
inclusive vision without barriers of language, race, nationality, sex, age or class. People not only heard, but
they understood what God was speaking to the Church.
If we’re not careful, we can so easily dismiss the significance of Pentecost. It is the birthday of the Church. It
celebrates not just the coming of the Holy Spirit that has always been God’s gift to the Church, but also a
fresh outpouring of the Spirit set loose in the world. For the early Christians it became a time of festivity
and joy, reminding them that the promise of the Resurrected Christ had been fulfilled in them.
Pentecost was not a one-time event. The Holy Spirit is poured out on the Church every day. That is where
our Christian energy and purpose comes from. Whatever speaks to us of the genuine things of Jesus Christ
is the Holy Spirit at work in us. How does it come to us? Perhaps it comes as a realization that God is
speaking to us through another person. Perhaps it is as we witness to the power of the Holy Spirit at work
in our life. It may be a moment of realization at the power of God working a miracle of healing in our life as
we let go of the hurts of the past and offer forgiveness to someone. Maybe it happens for us when we accept
God’s power to forgive, and let it work in our life. It may be in the sharing of the peace, or a time when we
were able to go beyond our limitations in speaking to others about our faith. Perhaps it is a time when we
felt overwhelmed by life, and then found the power to do something that we felt was totally beyond our
capabilities. It may be finding that life is taking us in new directions when we thought all the doors had
been slammed in our face. Can we look back on those moments of grace scattered throughout our lives and
see the Spirit of God working in and through us?
The Church needs that kind of renewable energy. Church institutions can be brought back to life again as
their members who once confessed only with their mouths begin confessing with their hearts. It can change
as we return to the covenant we made with God at our baptism. God breathes on us restoring us to life and
truth, to joy and purposefulness, as the Spirit takes control of our very being. It is about reconciliation,
assurance, peace, joy, and purpose. It is a resurrection experience that gives us that sense of new birth. We
need to pray for the Spirit of God to be upon the Church and its people so that we can stand on our feet and
take responsibility.
Pentecost is about life coming together for the common good. Pentecost happens when people of faith share
their faith with one another. It happens when we find ourselves moved to say to one another, “I believe.” It
happens when we grow up and begin to say “yes” to God instead of saying “no.” Then love blossoms. We
become on fire.
May God continue to breathe the fire of the Holy Spirit on us, and may we continue to embrace the Spirit
within us. Amen.
Fr. Leonard+
3 Volume 2, Issue 21 Pentecost Sunday LITURGICAL MINISTERS FOR MAY 30th & MAY 31st
DAILY READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sir 17:20-24; Mark 10:17-27
Sir 35:1-12; Mark 10:28-31
Sir 36:1,4-5a, 1-17; Mark 10:32-45
Sir 42:15-25; Mark 10:46-52
Sir 44:1,9-13; Mark 11:11-26
Sir 51:12cd-20; Mark 11:27-33
MASSES FOR THE WEEK
MONDAY, MAY 25th
8:30 Bruno Graizzaro req. His Family
th
TUESDAY, MAY 26
8:30 Carrier & Wheat Family req. Carrier Children
WEDNESDAY, MAY 27th
8:30 James Kurpiel, Sr. req. His Family
th
THURSDAY, MAY 28
8:30 Bob Rush req. Pat & Bob Farrell
FRIDAY, MAY 29 th
8:30 Marie DiMiglio req. Her Daughter, Jackie
SATURDAY, MAY 30th
8:30 George Dikranian req. Eddie & Paul Tedesco
5:00 George Soldo req. His Family
SUNDAY, MAY 31 st
8:00 Aurora Gonzalez req. Her Daughter, Maria
10:00 George Soldo 12:00 Mary Buzzoni (in celebration of her 100th Birthday) THE BREAD AND WINE
This week the Bread and Wine are in memory of
The Maddaluna Family requested by Trisha & Jerry
Gasparro.
THE SANCTUARY LAMP
This week the Sanctuary Lamp is in memory of
Juan Fernando Bedoyas requested by Flia Soto Soto.
REST IN PEACE
Please remember in your prayers Margaret Albanese,
Caroline Clauser (Sylvia Meo’s mother), Idadell Kuhr
(organist April’s mother) and all the military men and
women who have died this week.
5 PM
Servers – Allie Baldini, Estella Baldini, Cate Bosco
Lector – Kathleen Sullivan
Eucharistic Ministers – Ruth Howard, Caleb Shaia,
Max Miller
8 AM
Servers – Dahlia Cousineau, Gavin Cousineau
Lector – Fran Mladjenovic
Eucharistic Ministers – Joan Kroese, Diane Bruno,
Marianne Reilly
10 AM
Servers – Alexander Aborde, Caitlin McGinty,
Lauren Miglietta
Lector – Martin Miglietta
Eucharistic Ministers – Vincent Margiotta,
Martha Candler, James Brooks
12 NOON
Servers – Malcolm Bermudo, Alexjandro Hernandez,
Daniella Hernandez
Lector – John Ogle
Eucharistic Ministers – Anthony Inguaggiato,
Jaga Kokosinski, Maria Luppino
MEMORIAL DAY PRAYER
Lord God Almighty, whose only Son sought not to preserve his
life but to make the ultimate sacrifice so that we might have
abundant life; we remember this day the personal sacrifices made
by many of our fellow citizens in the service of their country. On
this day we pause, however briefly, to remember and recall those
who gave the last measure of their lives for their faith, their
country and their fellow compatriots in arms. The record of their
courage is in the hands of history and the vestige of their lives is
at rest in our memories. Grant that we, and all the citizens of this
land, may have the grace to honor their good deeds as in
righteousness we strive for peace among all the people of God’s
creation. Remembering their sacrifice, we rededicate ourselves to
the tradition of courage that you, our Lord, have instilled in us.
Give us a deep sense of reverence for life that is tempered by a
passionate desire for justice. Continue in us the valor of those
who have woven this tradition into the fabric of our country.
This we pray in the name of Jesus Christ who lives and reigns for
ever and ever. Amen
4 Volume 2, Issue 21 Pentecost Sunday RELIGIOUS EDUCATION REGISTRATION FOR
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CLASSES
Re-registration
Families currently registered in the program will receive
a mailing in June to re-register their child for the 20152016 school year.
Who will plant the dreams
in the minds of the children?
Who will be the love
in the hearts of the children?
Who will give examples
of all that life can be?
New Family Registration
New families to the Religious Education Program are
asked to come in to the Religious Education Office to
register their child. Office hours are Monday through
Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please call the Religious
Education Office at 201-871-4662 to schedule a time that
is convenient for you. We look forward to meeting you!
The Religious Education Program offers classes
according to the following schedule. We have added a
sixth grade class to our Tuesday afternoon option!
Sundays
Mondays
Tuesdays
Grades K-8
Grades 6,7,8
Grades K-6
−Kathy Sherman, CSJ
We would love for you to join our team of catechists!
Please call Sr. Regina at 201-871-4662 for more
information. Many thanks to the catechists who
served in the Religious Education Program this year!
8:45 – 9:55 a.m.
7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
3:30 – 4:45 p.m.
RITE OF CHRISTIAN
INITIATION OF ADULTS
(RCIA)
Students beginning in 4th
grade are invited to be altar
servers. Training sessions
will be scheduled. Please
contact Sr. Regina in the
Religious Education Office
at
201-871-4662
or
reled@olmc.us to register for
this ministry.
In the early Church, when a person sought to become
Christian, he or she was called a catechumen and entered
into a period of intense instruction within the community.
When this period of instruction was completed,
catechumens were baptized and received into “the body of
the faithful.” The Church welcomes into the process of
preparation persons who have never been baptized, those
already baptized in another Christian tradition, or baptized
Catholics who have not received First Eucharist or
Confirmation. If you or someone you know has been
thinking about becoming a member, but would first like
information about the process, please call Sr. Regina at
201-871-4662.
5 Volume 2, Issue 21 Pentecost Sunday ACADEMY NEWS & EVENTS
ATHLETICS
End of the Year Calendar of Events School Band Concert
Tuesday, May 26th at 6:30 p.m.
in the Auditorium
All are welcome!
Warrior Day!
Track Practice
Monday-Wednesday-Friday
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
at the Tenafly Middle School
Thursday, June 4th
(rain date: Monday, June 8th)
Eighth Grade Graduation
Friday, June 5th at 6:30 p.m.
in the Church
Pre-K 3 Graduation
Tuesday, June 9th at 9:00 a.m.
in the Titus Room
Pre-K 4 Graduation
Wednesday, June 10th at 9:00 a.m.
in the Auditorium
Kindergarten Graduation
Thursday, June 11th at 9:00 a.m.
in the Auditorium
OLMC Track Meet
Sunday, May 31st
10:00 a.m.
Noon dismissals on Wednesday, June 10th /
Thursday, June 11th / Friday, June 12th.
No aftercare.
Last day of school is Friday, June 12th!
6 Volume 2, Issue 21 Pentecost Sunday COMMUNITY OUTREACH Please contact Alicia Smith with any questions,
comments, feedback or ideas at
pastoralministryolmc@gmail.com.
OLMC MOMS’ GROUP
Moms of all ages are invited for tea
and cake on Wednesday, May 27th at
10:30 a.m. in the Parish Auditorium.
Gather with other moms to enjoy
lovely conversation and make plans
for future OLMC events starting in
September. Children are welcome to
attend. See you there!
Thanks to those parishioners who stay
after Mass and tidy the church pews.
We are in need of more volunteers who
would be willing to stay after Mass for
five minutes and neaten the pews.
Thank you!
PRAYER
OLMC is looking for opportunities for
community prayer in addition to our current
novenas that take place every Friday and
Saturday after daily Mass. Please contact
Alicia with ideas, comments, or suggestions
to get our parish praying more in various
community settings. We look forward to
hearing from you!
Pastoral Care for the Sick
Any OLMC parishioner who is in need of a
visit from Fr. Leonard or a Pastoral Minister,
please reach out to Alicia Smith. If you are a
parishioner who wishes to join the Pastoral Care team and
visit a homebound parishioner, please contact Alicia.
County Manor Rehabilitation and
Healthcare Center in Tenafly welcomes
volunteers of all ages to visit their
residents! Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Church is looking to send more volunteers
to spend quality time with the residents.
Please contact Alicia Smith at 201-871-9458 or
pastoralministryolmc@gmail.com or Julia Doerner of
County Manor at 267-402-7476 if you are interested. CHILDREN’S LITURGY OF
THE WORD
Children’s Liturgy of the Word is on
break until September 20, 2015. A huge
and heartfelt thanks to the following
CLOW catechists for being amazing teachers and role
models to the children of OLMC:
Rosanne Ambulo
Bill Angresano
Maggie Angresano
Gabrielle Angresano
April Booker
James Brooks
Banan Flynn
Katie Flynn
Patricia Flynn
Michael Giuliano
Michelle Roux
Christopher Saladino
Regina Saladino
Samantha Saladino
Allison Schippert
Jennifer Schippert
Debbie Solga
Rory Solga
John Sullivan
Anne Thomas
Your service and dedication are greatly appreciated.
God bless you!
The OLMC Senior Group
“CIRCLE OF FRIENDS”
A lineup of monthly activities will
launch in September! We are looking
forward to great times and
companionship! Stay tuned in late
summer for more details!
LECTORS &
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS
The new Eucharistic Minister and Lector scheduling
for OLMC Church running June 20/21 through
September 5/6 is underway. All Eucharistic Ministers
and Lectors are invited to sign up for the summer
schedule. If you wish to join the schedule but have not
received an email with signup information, please
contact Alicia. For all parishioners who are considering
joining this wonderful ministry, now is the time to
contact Alicia to arrange your training in order for you
to be included in the next schedule.
OFFERTORY
GIFT BEARERS
Children and adults of the parish are
invited and desperately needed to
carry the offertory gifts to the altar
during Mass. See an usher before
Mass to sign up for this special job.
7 Volume 2, Issue 21 Pentecost Sunday THE WEEKLY RUNDOWN SIENA HOUSE
Father
Michael Mulhall,
O.Carm.
is here to play
Q uic k 6 !
1. How many years at OLMC?
I was born in Teaneck and lived on West Clinton Avenue. I
was baptized at OLMC (the old church) on July 20, 1940 by
Fr. Aloysius Bandola and ordained in St. Cecilia’s on May 30,
1967. I’ve had many assignments, most of which were outside
of New Jersey. I am completing working on a commentary on
the Carmelite Rule.
2. Favorite movie?
My favorite movie is Jesus of Montreal.
3. A fun/moving/exciting OLMC memory?
The picnic we had here for the feast of Our Lady of Mount
Carmel.
4. Last book you finished?
John of Brienne: King of Jerusalem, Emperor of Constantinople
by Guy Perry.
5. A place you always wanted to travel to?
Naples and to the Carmelite house in Naples.
6. Life advice? Favorite quote?
“Want less than you have and you will always have more than
you want.”
The Siena House Ministry
would like to thank all who
donated to and attended the
5th Annual Ladies Night Out
on Friday, May 8th. A great time was had
by all, and the night was a huge success. It
is with your generosity that we are able to
make a donation of $15,000 to the Siena
House shelter for women and children.
Thank you!
CHILDREN’S CHOIR
&
ALTAR SERVERS
Children’s Choir and Altar Servers are invited
to a THANK-YOU PARTY on Wednesday,
May 27th from 5:00 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. in the
cafeteria. Please RSVP as soon as possible to
Sr. Regina or Mr. Coll.
Coping with Caregiver Stress
will be offered at the
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tuesday, June 9, 2015
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease or a
related dementia can become an overwhelming
experience. Often, caregivers neglect their own
wellbeing because they are devoting so much time
to the responsibilities of day-to-day caregiving.
This program will examine caregiver stress and
offer coping strategies to become a healthier
caregiver.
This program is free and open to the public, but
registration is required. Families may call
1.800.272.3900 to reserve space or go to
www.alz.org/nj and click on the “Community
Education Calendar” link to register online. 8 Volume 2, Issue 21 Pentecost Sunday THE WEEKLY RUNDOWN The altar flowers this week
are given by The Durso Family
in memory of
Ralph and Laura Durso.
Please keep the following people in
your prayers:
RJ Sy
Bernadette Alvarado
Rachel Durso
Jane Guerra
Joyce Hamrah
David Maroldi
Vito Moncello
Jacob Rodsan
June Rossetti
Nicholas Tolliver
Louise Zaleskie
An extraordinary, inclusive film making experience taught by
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all students (both with and without special needs)
www.inclusionfilms.com
For ages 11 to 23
July 27th – August 7th
Monday through Friday
10AM to 3PM
HOSTED BY
Academy of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
The church offices are closed on
Monday, May 25th
in observance of Memorial Day.
Let us remember all the people who died while serving
in our country’s armed forces.
Sacred Heart Novena
Every Friday after daily Mass.
Miraculous Medal & Our Lady of
Mount Carmel Novena
Every Saturday after daily Mass.
Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts
of your faithful and kindle in
them the fire of your love.
Send forth your Spirit and they
shall be created.
And you will renew the face of
the earth.
MEN’S CORNERSTONE
The Men’s Cornerstone group at OLMC has
joined with the groups from St. Mary’s in
Closter and Sacred Heart in Haworth to form
one group that meets every other Wednesday
night at 7:30 p.m. at St. Mary’s in Closter.
Our meetings for next month are June 3rd and June 17th.
Come for the coffee and stay for the sharing of faith and fun!
Please call Michael Giuliano at 201-983-1591 or Bill
Angresano at 201-370-2698 if you have any questions. All
are welcome!
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7 p.m. in the Titus Room
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