St. Thomas the Apostle Roman Catholic Church Rectory/Parish Center: (973) 338-9190 . Fax: (973) 338-4224 . Religious Education: (973) 338-7400 School: (973) 338-8505 . Convent: (973) 338-9118 Address: 60 Byrd Avenue, Bloomfield, NJ 07003 . Website: www.stachurchbloomfield.com Rev. Charles J. Miller, M. Div., Pastor Parochial Vicar: Rev. Andrew N. Onyemaobi, M. Div., M.A. PERMANENT DEACONS: Deacon Albert H. Tizzano • Deacon Thomas J. Coyle • Deacon Brian J. Murphy Deacon Dennis J. Besida, Retired Eucharistic Liturgy Pastoral Associate for Elementary Catechetics: Saturday Eve: 5:00pm Tracey Hann Sundays: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30am & 12:00 Noon School Principal: Ms. Joan Ferraer Weekdays: 7:30, & 11:30am DIRECTOR OF LITURGICAL Saturday Mornings: 8:30am Only Holy Days: 7:30, 11:30am & 7:30pm MUSIC MINISTRIES: Nancy A. Cardone Assistant Liturgical Holidays: 8:30am Only Music MinisterS: Kimberley Mesiti Pastoral Associate for Family Sacrament of Reconciliation: (Penance/Confessions) Saturday: 11:00am Marian Devotions: Mondays Novena Prayer 11:30am Mass Liturgy of the Word With Children: Sundays: 10:30am Mass September - June Catholic Community Services Offering Social Service Assistance 1(800) CCS-7413 Fax: 596-3735 & Adult Formation Ministries: Robert P. Miller Coordinator of Youth Ministry: Mr. Timothy Dennin FINANCE CHAIRMEN: Peter Maulbeck, Finance Council Patrick DeCotiis, Finance Committee October 12, 2014 . 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time Twenty-eight Sunday in Ordinary Time October 12, 2014 Masses for the Week Sunday, October 12 Sunday, October 12 7:30 am Mary Manthey - Family 9:00 am Vincent Lupo - Family 10:30 am Philip Lipari - Family 12:00 pm For The People Monday, October 13 8:30 am Al Lang – Bequest Tuesday, October 14 7:30 am Antoinette Alongi - Family 11:30 am Sheree Monetti - Friend Wednesday, October 15 7:30 am Fay DeLorenzo - Bequest 11:30 am Teresa V. Celis - Family First Reading: There is an important contrast in the readings today, between human justice, so much based on revenge and retribution, and the justice of God, which so often seems gratuitous and merciful. Isaiah speaks the words of the Lord to those who accuse God of ‘giving in’ by forgiving the wicked man who turns back to God. God, Isaiah reminds us, is rich in forgiving, and as far away from the human point of view as possible. This is a simple, but deep reading: there are two main sections: first the call to the wicked man to change his ways, with the assurance that he will be forgiven: this can be read with a sense of pleading or appeal. Thursday, October 16 7:30 am Joseph DeLorenzo – Bequest 11:30 am Charles Ofsak - Family Friday, October 17 7:30 am Philip Coyle - Friend 11:30 am Rose Fiordalisi – Friends Saturday, October 18 8:30 am Asuncion A. Flores - Family Sunday, October 19 Gospel: Using a parable, Jesus got the Jewish leaders Saturday, October 18 5:00 pm For The People to admit their error. He described a vineyard owner (God) who sent slaves (prophets) to collect his share of the harvest from the tenants (Jewish leaders). But the tenants killed the slaves. The landowner sent more slaves, but the tenants killed them, too. Finally the owner sent his son (Jesus). Of course, they killed the son. Jesus summarized his point by telling the chief priests and elders that what they had rejected (their place in the kingdom) would now be given to the Gentiles. God has given us a great harvest in our children. The harvest may not be perfect or a bumper crop in all ways, but nevertheless, the harvest is a precious gift from God. Like the greedy tenants, there are things in our lives that would take us away from our responsibilities to our children. What are the things we give in to and how have we justified their interference? Perhaps it is our job. Of course, we need to support our families, but is our lifestyle worth a trade-off in the amount of time we spend with our children? Do our friends, hobbies, ambitions sometimes get in the way of family time? Today’s gospel challenges us to appreciate the fruits of our harvest. Sunday, October 19 7:30 am Michael W. Pursell - Friend 9:00 am Anthony Meola - Family 10:30 am Arthur Rosamilia - Friend 12:00 pm Denis Cupolo - Family PRAY FOR OUR SICK Danny Burgers, Christine Kuhn, Kiran Fernando, Fr. Peter Funesti, Eileen Doherty, Gloria Franklin, Thomas Harry Shaw, Conchita Melencio, Rudy Luyaod, Sandra Luehra Shaw REST IN PEACE Mildred Biase, Jerry Masin CANDLE INTENTIONS Church: Charles & Nina Ofsak 2 595 HELP YOUR PARISH STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE The main source of operating funds for St. Thomas is our weekly / holyday offertory collections. The information below will show where the Parish is as of October 5, 2014 compared to the budget amount for the year. The break even date is June 30, 2015. The amount needed each week is $17,656 and the amount collected last weekend was $17,410. Budget Amount Year to Date Remaining Amount $900,500 $238,430 $662,070 CHURCH AND SCHOOL FINANCIALLY WITH NO COST TO YOU!!! ******************************* THE TD BANK AFFINITY MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM WILL MAKE AN ANNUAL CONTRIBUTION TO YOUR PARISH, The year to date amount is negative by $ 8,754 as of week number 14 in our budget year. The final collection amount for the last fiscal year ending 6/30/14 was $903,934 vs. $900,500 budgeted for a positive amount of $3,434. USING THEIR FUNDS NOT YOURS!! YOUR PRIVACY IS ALWAYS PROTECTED. THE PARISH NEVER SEES YOUR NAME, ACCCOUNTS, OR BALANCES. Ushers and Greeters Needed CHECK OUT HOW EASY IT IS. AN INFORMATIONAL INSERT WILL BE IN NEXT WEEK’S BULLETIN AND ON THE WEBSITE. Interested in being a Greeter or Usher? Men, women and young adults who are interested can contact: St. Thomas the Apostle Parish School Jeff Monacelli at 973-568-3826, Monacelli@att.net or Debbie Walsifer at 862-307- 5250, d_walsifer@yahoo.com You can also speak with the Head Usher or one of the Greeters before or after mass (give them your name, phone #s and email (as available). Accepting registration for: PK3, PK4, Kindergarten, Grades 2-7 It is easy to do and an important service to your fellow parishioners. Call the school @973.338.8505 for more information or to schedule a tour. Check out our school website: www.stthomastheapostlenj.com from the September Club: to all the parishioners who came to our Rummage Sale on Sept 28th, to the Church Staff for supporting our effort, and a special thank you to the filipino Prayer Group who helped with set-up on Friday Night. The sale was a success. Your support is very much appreciated, and enables us to continue to meet the needs of seniors. WELLNESS MINISTRY: BP Screening Blood Pressure and Glucose Screening will be held at the Parish Center on Sunday Oct. 19, 2014 from 8 am to 12 noon. Everyone is invited. 3 595 STA HOME & SCHOOL is selling Excerpt from REDISCOVER CATHOLICISM SHOP RITE GIFT CARDS 9:45 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. "It is interesting and important to note that the habits that diminish us can be acquired with virtually no effort and are usually the result of acting without any real thought, while the habits that allow us to celebrate and defend the best version of ourselves require real effort and openness to God. These habits could include eating foods that respect and fuel the body --being patient with people when they frustrate you, and making time for prayer and reflection each day. The good news is we can change our habits." Oct 19th Nov 2nd & 16th, Dec 7th & 21st You Receive 100% Cash Value & STA School Earns 5% of EVERY Sale Questions? Call Ed @ 201.921.2244 Men’s Scripture Readings & Reflection All men are invited Monday, October 20 at 7:30 pm to the St. James room for Scripture Reading, Reflection and discussion. The focus will be on the next Sunday readings. Come! Share the Word of God among friends and together learn about our beautiful Catholic faith. Sign Up For Monthly STA Emails! Go to: stachurchbloomfield.com and look for “Monthly Email Signup” under “Quick Links" on the left sidebar OR scan the QR Code below on your smart phone. Come, spend the morning with “Real Women, Real Saints” After entering your email, you will receive a confirmation an email with a link; click on it & you’re set! If you do not see a confirmation email, check your SPAM or Junk folder. Women’s Morning of Reflection “If you are what you should be, you will set the world on fire.” -St. Catherine of Siena You can also print your email on the line below and drop in the collection basket. Saturday, November 15 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Herron Hall Open to ALL Women Email: __________________________________ Donation $12.00 (light breakfast & lunch included) St. Thomas Prayer Shawl Ministry ------------------------------------------ Our next meeting will be held on November 17 at 11:30 AM in the Parish Center's St. Peter’s Room. These meetings give our members a chance to pray and work together—to exchange patterns and ideas. As we approach the winter we are hoping to increase our supply of hand made scarves and hats of every size to send to the local shelters. A prayer shawl or lap robe, which can be had for the asking, may be comforting to someone limited in activity or going through a difficult time. To request a shawl please call the Parish Center or drop by our meeting to speak to a member Make check payable to: St. Thomas the Apostle Church Please detach here and include with your donation Name:___________________________________ Address:_________________________________ _________________________________ Phone:___________________________________ E-mail:___________________________________ th Registrations before November 8 are appreciated Send to: 60 Byrd Ave., Bloomfield, NJ 07003 Or drop it at the Parish Center If you have any questions, call: Sr. Arleen at 908-272-2872 Judy Nitkowski 973-338-1974 Let us continue to pray for those making shawls and those who receive them. 4 595 Finding God in All Things SPIRITUAL DIRECTION Inviting all active or inactive nurses And volunteers to join the WELLNESS ministry of St. Thomas and be a part of a loving team. Spiritual Direction Helps You: -Grow in deeper intimacy with God. -If you are struggling with your faith or Church issues -When life presents decisions, transitions and challenges -When struggling through the pain of illness, abortion issues, losses, sadness, confusion -Finding other ways to pray when prayer has become difficult or dry -To savor God’s loving presence or seeming absence Contact: Loida Togonon 201-618-7590, Gerry Neville 973-207-3199, or Milette Padilla 973-487-0843 Register Your Stop & Shop Card Today! Welcome to the start of a new school year and a year of A+ School Rewards. Starting October 3, 2014 through March 19, 2015. St. Thomas the Apostle School will have the opportunity to earn cash through the Stop & Shop A+ School Rewards Program. If you registered your card last year, you DO NOT need to re-register this year. You can visit the website to verify correct school assignment. It affirms God’s unconditional love and acceptance of all; regardless of race, gender, age, sexual orientation, or economic status. The director listens and asks questions to assist you in your process of spiritual growth. Spiritual direction develops a deeper relationship with the spiritual aspect of being human. If you did NOT register your card last year, All you have to do is: -Log on to www.stopandshop.com/aplus select CUSTOMER REGISTRATION, enter your Stop & Shop Card information and Our St. Thomas the Apostle ID # 08625. Call: Anna Graziano, cSD (973) 338-9538 annagraziano08@gmail.com Also offering the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius All calls and appointments confidential St. Thomas the Apostle Mission Statement OR Return this form to the school to the attention of Sheila Rossi: The Roman Catholic faith community of St. Thomas the Apostle recognizes God’s call to be a sign of His Kingdom in the communities we serve. We respond to this call by: 13-Digit Stop & Shop Card Number: __________________________________________ Last Name: __________________________________________ † Leading people to a deeper relationship with Christ by providing opportunities for spiritual growth, renewal, education, the celebration of the Sacraments, and the worship of God in the sacred liturgy; Telephone Number: __________________________________________ † Encouraging a commitment to justice and to service of those in need; If you do not know your 13-digit Stop & Shop Card number, call the Card Hotline at 1-877-366-2668 and select OPTION #2. † Promoting good stewardship of our time, talent and treasure; † Building a community of hospitality and support in the daily living out of Christian ideals by nourishing mutual respect and understanding within our Church, our families, our community, and other faith traditions. Don’t forget to encourage your friends and relatives to do the same! It could mean more Cash for our school. 5 595 Food Pantry Listening Committee "The parish is the family of God, a fellowship afire with a unifying spirit," "a welcoming home." There is a Food Pantry at St. Thomas, established to serve the needs of parishioners and others in need. The goal of the program is to provide sustenance to individuals and families who, for many reasons, do not have enough to eat. If you are in this situation simply contact the Parish Center and we'll do our best to assist you. If you know of a parishioner that you feel may have this need, please make them aware of the program and have them contact us. Let us work together to enhance parish life. We welcome all comments, suggestions and concerns; all of which are held in confidence. Send email to: listening@stachurchbloomfield.com Support Group for Those Grieving The Death Of A Loved One Food Collection Sunday is usually the third Sunday of each month, when our parishioners generously drop off Grocery store gift cards in the collection basket in an envelope marked "food pantry" and leave food at the church doors for those in need. If you have lost a loved one to death, we invite you to join us for a series of six sessions of information, mutual sharing & support in a spiritual, caring, confidential setting. Trained facilitators certified by the Family Life Office- Archdiocese of Newark. Our Mission is: Come pray the Rosary -Support spirituality and emotionally those who mourn. -Provide knowledge of the grieving process & resources. -Offer a caring, compassionate, confidential atmosphere. The St. Thomas Rosary Society will meet in Church at 7 p.m. on the following dates: November 3rd, December 1st, January 5th, February 2nd, March 2nd, April 13th, May 4th, June 1st We Meet: Every Wednesday in October, 7:30 p.m., Saint Thomas Room, Parish Center Contact Anna Graziano (973) 338-9538 with questions. Eucharistic Adoration Schedule Senior High Youth Group Oct. 27 Nov. 24 Meetings every Sunday night 7 – 9 p.m. in the Parish Center All High School Youth are Welcome Dec. 29 11 a.m. Holy Rosary 11:30 a.m Holy Mass 12 p.m. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 3 p.m. Chaplet of Divine Mercy 3:30 p.m. Holy Rosary 6 p.m. Angelus 7:30 p.m. Respect for Life Holy Hour HOSPITALITY SUNDAY Next Sunday, The Greeter’s will host Hospitality after the 7:30, 9 and 10:30 Masses in the Parish Center. Join us for coffee, cake, and fellowship with other parishioners. September Club Trip to NJPAC N.J. Symphony “Classic Vienna” Concert Thursday, November 6 11:30 lunch @ Tier 3 Cafe, 1:30 performance $90 Per Person Includes Tickets, Lunch, & Bus The September Club Invites all seniors (55+) to join in fun & fellowship. We meet once a week as well as sponsor special events and trips. The September Club is excited to offer a chance to hear Austrian Composers concert of Strauss, Mozart, and Schubert. We’ll be having a buffet lunch before the performance at Tier 3 Café. 2014 Meeting Dates: October: 20, 27 November: 3, 10, 17, 24 December: 1, 8, 15 Call Beatrice Ucci at 973-661-2920 with questions. Seating is limited. Call Fran Gardella at 973-3376321 or 848-448-4335 to register or learn more. 6 595 JOHN P. MCDERMOTT GENERAL CONTRACTOR KITCHEN - BATHS - WINDOWS - DOORS All Types of Remodeling ATTORNEY AT LAW Auto Accidents • Real Estate •Slips, Fall, Etc. Wills & Estates • Workers’ Compensation •Municipal Court 72 Burroughs Pl., Bloomfield Free Initial Consulation • 429-9211 D.L.P. 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