1. religion and spirituality
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THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD
JANUARY 4
PRAY THE ROSARY WITH US
Please join us to pray the rosary every morning after daily
mass. And Every Monday night at 8 P.M. a small group
gathers at the church to recite the Rosary. JOIN US! It takes
less than ½ hour and is a wonderful way to end the day.
PASTORAL VISITS TO HOSPITAL
VIGIL
5PM
PETER BROWN/Mr. & Mrs. J. Mancini
ALFONSINA CUTILLO/The Covello Family
SUNDAY
Is 60:1-6; Eph 3:2-3a, 5-6; Mt 2:1-12
8:00
CORNELIO PARDO/Daughter
ROSE WEINER/Kathi Coyne
10:30 TESSIE C. PODESFINSKI/Mr. & Mrs. R.
Podesfinski
GARY PISCAL/Kim & Jonathan Duffy
12:00 KEITH A. BURSEY/The Glozzy Family
CHARLIE FERRARA/Family
7PM
LIVING AND DECEASED PARISHIONERS
MONDAY – 1/5 - St. John Neumann, Bishop
1 Jn 3:22—4:6; Mt 4:12-17, 23-25
8:00
ROSALIA & RUDOLPH ROEHRICH
TUESDAY - 1/6 – St. Andre Bessette, Religious
1 Jn 4:7-10; Mk 6:34-44
8:00
MARGE & PETE FRANCO/Family
WEDNESDAY - 1/7 – St. Raymond of Penyafort, Priest
1 Jn 4:11-18; Mk 6:45-52
8:00
PETER BROWN
THURSDAY – 1/8
1 Jn 4:19—5:4; Lk 4:14-22a
8:00
PATRICE O’ROURKE/Rosanna & Vincent DeBiasi
FRIDAY -1/9
1 Jn 5:5-13; Lk 5:12-16
8:00
ANTONIO & PIERINA SPECIALE
SATURDAY 1/10
1 Jn 5:14-21; Jn 3:22-30
9:00
JOHN MUDIO/Fr. Dan & The IHM Parish Family
VIGIL
5PM
LOUISA PITTARI/Madeline Baltrush
JOAN MASON/The Lauckner Family
SUNDAY 1/11 – The Baptism of the Lord
Is 42:1-4, 6-7 or Is 55:1-11; Acts 10:34-38 or 1 Jn 5:1-9; Mk
1:7-11
8:00
MARY KAY/Joanne & Jessica Bauman
ROSE WEINER/ The LaRose Family
The LaRose Family
10:30 JAMES PURCELL/The Stansfield Family
NICHOLAS CARONE/The Sammartino Family
12:00 HELEN KUHNEN/Fr. Dan & The IHM Parish
Family
CHARLIE FERRARA/Family
7PM
LIVING AND DECEASED PARISHIONERS
Because of privacy laws, the area hospitals no longer notify us
when a parishioner has been admitted. If you would like to be
visited by a priest, deacon or Minister of Communion, please
call or have a FAMILY MEMBER call the rectory at 973-6943400 and let us know the hospital and room number. Also, call
the rectory if you wish to be included in the Prayers of the
Faithful at weekend Masses and the bulletin.
THIS WEEK IN OUR PARISH
Sunday, January 4
8:30 – 10:30am – Rel. Ed – Mr/School
10:30am – Rite of Enrollment – CH
1 – 3pm – Youth Ministry - MC
Monday, January 5:
6:30 – 8pm – Rel. Ed – MR/School
8pm – Novena – CH
Tuesday, January 6:
3:30 – 5:30pm – Rel. Ed – MR/School
8pm – K of C - MR
Wednesday, January 7:
9:45am – Prayer Group – MR
12- 1pm – Zumba – MR
7:30 – 9:30pm – Spec. Olympics – Gym
7 – 8:30pm – Pack # 192 Tigers Mtg. – MR
7 – 8:30pm – Pack # 192 Bears Mtg. – MC
Thursday, January 8:
3 – 5:00pm – G.S. Troop # 94131 Mtg. - MR
7 – 9:30pm – Choir - CH
6:45 – 9pm – B.S. Scouts Troop # 192 Mtg. - MR
Friday, January 9:
Saturday, January 10:
1 – 6:00pm – Confirmation Year 1 Retreat – All facilities
4pm - Confessions – CH
8 pm – AA – MR
THE EPIPHANY
A blazing star knew of his birth
and traveled half around the earth.
When Jesus stood to walk the sea
its water stiffened suddenly.
The sun knew Him beyond all doubt
for when he died the sun went out.
Earth worshipped too, says Holy Writ
and trembled so that rocks were split.
Thus the world in various ways
gave honor, glory, fear and praise.
Yet some endowed with mind and will
were silent then, are silent still.
SOMETHING SPECIAL
WELCOME
Sometimes we would like to do something special either in
memory of a loved one or for a special occasion or simply to
say “Thank You”. One way we do that is through Mass
Intentions. However, it isn’t always possible to get the day or
date we would like.
With this in mind, we would like to give you the opportunity
to either donate the Bread and Wine we use at all the liturgies
for a week or to light the Sanctuary Lamp in someone’s
memory for a week. The donation is $10. We have a card for
you, either as a reminder or to present to a family. If you
would like to make this donation you can stop by the rectory,
just as you would to reserve a mass.
Just a reminder, we will accept only one donation for bread
and wine and one donation for the sanctuary lamp per week.
We will also announce these intentions in the bulletin.
You enter this Church… not as a stranger, but as a guest of
God. God is your heavenly Father. Come, then, with joy in
your heart and thanks on your lips into God’s presence,
offering God your love and service. Be grateful to the strong
and the loyal ones who, in the name of Jesus Christ, built this
place of worship and to all who have beautified it and
hallowed it with their prayers and praise. Ask God’s blessing
on those who love this house of faith as the inspiration of their
labor, rejoicing in the power of the Holy Spirit, and may that
blessing rest on you, both on your going out and your coming
in.
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The RCIA assists adults on their faith journey to seek a
relationship with the living God and enter a way of faith and
conversation as the Holy Spirit opens their hearts. During this
journey, at the proper time, they will receive the sacraments of
Christian Initiation – Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist.
The group gathers weekly after the 10:30 AM Mass to break
open the Word and is comprised of unbaptized adults,
baptized adults from other Christian traditions, and Roman
Catholics who have not celebrated Confirmation and possibly
First Eucharist. These adults meet in a group setting with
catechists who share faith through prayer, talks and
discussions. Please share this ministry with anyone who you
think may be interested and contact Joanne Calafiore at the
rectory 973-694-3400 or joannecal@gmail.com. You, too,
can plant the seeds of faith with others!
FEED THE HUNGRY
In the past it has been our mission to take a food collection on
the fourth Sunday of the month for the Fr. English Center in
Paterson. During this past Lent we collected on a weekly
basis and shared the food between the Fr. English Center and
the Wayne Interfaith Food Pantry.
It was wonderfully
successful. Going forward the Food Collection Barrel will
be in the vestibule permanently to receive donation that will
be shared with both food pantries. Thank you for your care
for those that go hungry in our community and our Diocese.
PRAY TOGETHER
…With THE CHILDREN OF GOD’S
LIGHT Prayer Group. Women (and
sometimes even men!) have been
gathering – first in homes, then in the
church vestibule, now in the Parish
Meeting Room (every Wednesday at 9:45 AM) – to pray, sing,
rejoice and worship the Lord for more than 25 years! You are
invited to join them every week or any week that the Spirit so
moves you.
PARISH MEMBERSHIP
All adult Catholics should officially register in the parish.
Young adults of working age should register independently of
their parents even if ‘living at home’. We cannot serve you
by issuing letters for sponsorship of Baptism, Confirmation, or
Matrimony, nor give character references for teaching
positions, etc. if we do not know you. All new members of
our faith family are encouraged to come to the parish so we
can meet you. Call the rectory for an appointment. Also,
please notify the parish office of any changes in address,
telephone number, or if you are leaving the parish.
OFFERTORY COLLECTION
To meet the needs of our parish family and to proclaim the
Gospel of Christ Jesus:
Budget requirements: $13,000 each WEEK
- To offer our young people Youth Ministry experiences
- To offer our children a faith-filled program
of learning about Jesus and the Gospel
- To worship with faith and grace at our Sunday Eucharist
- To reach out to God’s people in need have support and
care.
Please remember the needs of our parish ministry in making your
weekly offering. Thank you for all you do to enable the Gospel
to touch the lives of God’s people.
PRAY FOR THE SICK
Please remember the sick and homebound of our parish family in
your prayers during the week: Katherine Ryan,
Bob Ryan, Mary Sudovar, Stan Bednarczyck,
Donald Law, Michael Gossinger, Anna Stadler &
Kurt Spinner.
“IT IS A HOLY AND WHOLESOME THING
TO PRAY FOR THE DEAD”
Please pray for the souls of the departed members of our parish
family.
THE FAMILY CORNER
January
Mt 2:1-12
Like the star in today’s gospel parents are expected to lead
children to Jesus by being clearly “seen” and by “going before
them” with good example. For the sake of the children, be a
“star”.
YOUTH MINISTRIES
If you missed the opportunity to purchase a cookbook or
would like to purchase additional copies, please feel free to
contact Geri Varachi in the school office at 973-694-1225.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS
As the days and weeks of Advent unfold,
all of the children in our religious
education program are preparing their
hearts for the coming of Jesus. The little
ones are helping to keep young neighbors
warm during the cold winter months by
providing new hats, mittens, scarves, and
gloves. Our children in grades 4-8 are filling toiletry kits for
our brothers and sisters at Eva’s Shelter. And with love,
compassion, and a true sense of social justice, our young
people will be making a Christmas donation to help bring
clean water to struggling communities. Our children – your
children – sharing their gifts - making a difference in the name
of Christ Jesus!
Confirmation
2nd Year Candidates: A very important PARENT
MEETING for the parents of 2nd Year Candidates will be
held on Sunday, January 4 at 5pm. Students DO NOT
attend this meeting, it is for parents only. We will be
discussing very important details about our Antioch
Retreat.
1st Year Candidates: All 1st year candidates are required
to attend a DAY RETREAT which will be held on January
10th from 1pm-6pm. The retreat incorporates 5pm Mass
and we ask families to attend that Mass with their
candidates.
High School Youth Ministry
A DODGEBALL tournament will be held for high school
parishioners in grades 9-12 on Thursday, January 29th in
the school gym from 6:30-9:30pm. “Register your team”
(of four) by emailing Cathy
ihmconfirmationprocess@gmail.com or just come watch
the fun! Food, faith & friends… all that’s missing is YOU!
Jr High Youth Ministry
Our next is event is January 16th from 7-9pm. All 7th and
8th graders are welcome!
SAFE ENVIRONMENT
“If any person may have been abused by any priest, they
should immediately contact their local County Prosecutor’s
Office and the Diocese’s Victims Assistance Coordinator:
Peggy Zanello at 973-879-1489. You may also be in touch
with either of the Diocesan Response Officers: Rev. Msgr.
James T. Mahoney, Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia,
973-777-8818 Ext. 205 or Sister Mary Edward Spohrer,
S.C.C., Chancellor/Delegate for Religious, 973-777-8818 Ext.
248. The entire text of the Policy of the Diocese of Paterson
in Response to Complaints of Sexual Abuse is available on the
diocesan Web site: www.patersondiocese.org”.
YOUR PARISH NEEDS YOUR GIFTS
OF MINISTRY
Please consider ministering in our parish as a Lector or
Communion Minister. We are in need of your gifts
and talents so the presence of Christ in Word and
Sacrament can be experienced by all. Please call the
rectory at 973-694-3400.
SEEKING A SPECIAL GIFT
THE GIFT OF LIFE
A fellow parishioner is in need of a kidney. It is not an easy
decision to gift one, but for a person in critical need it is the
gift of life. If anyone would be willing to consider becoming
a donor, or know of anyone who would be willing, please
contact Denise at (973) 519-5969.
All medical and other
expenses will be paid. Please keep this parishioner and his
family, and all in need of organ donations in your prayers.
BEEFSTEAK 2015
ANNUAL BEEFSTEAK DINNER
Friday, February 13, 2015
7:00 PM
in the IHM GYM
Sports/Motivational presentation by Gary Jeter (Giants 19771982) & (Rams 1983-1988)! Question and answer period, a
raffle and a door prize.
Ticket cost is $45.00 per person
Tickets may be purchased by calling (973)696-1854, (973)
694-5541 or the Rectory office at (973)694-3400 M-F, 104pm.
MUSIC BOOKS
DONATION FOR THE NEW LITURGY
MUSIC BOOKS. Forms are available in the
vestibule of the church. Please fill out the form
with your offering ($20 is the usual donation).
IHM KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
FREE THOW COMPETITION
IHM KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS will be sponsoring a Free
Throw Competition for boys and girls
up to 14 years of age (as of January 1,
2015).
Saturday, January 17, 2015
Registration begins @ 12:30pm
Contest begins @ 1:00pm
Location: Immaculate Heart of Mary School
580 Ratzer Road, Wayne NJ
Please bring a copy of child’s birth certificate
Court shoes or sneakers required
WHERE DO ALL THE BIBLES GO?
Our parish ministry of providing Bibles to
homeless Shelters, Rehab Centers, and
County Jails has revealed a great need.
Quotes from various chaplains and
administrators sum it up: “The residents are hungry for
Bibles,” “All the Bibles are gone
in one day; I’ll take all the Bibles you can deliver.” Please ask
your friends and family for any unused Bibles, check Flea
Markets, Garage Sales, etc. and place them in the
basket in the vestibule. It’s wonderful to see these donated
Bibles in the hands (and, hopefully, the hearts) of those in
need. God bless you.
NEW SOCKS
ZUMBA
Zumba is a Latin inspired dance fitness class
whose aim is to help build strength, improve
motion and posture, and can be adjusted to a
variety of ages. Rita Weiner is a certified
Zumba instructor and a member of ZIN
(Zumba Instructor’s Union). Classes have begun and continue
on Wednesdays @ 12:00 p.m. in the Lower Meeting Room.
The 1 hour class can be modified for YOU! Please wear
sneakers, comfortable clothes and bring water. A $5 offering
to the church is suggested for each class. PLEASE PARK
AROUND THE BLESSED MOTHER’S STATUE….. DO
NOT PARK IN LOWER OR UPPER LOTS AS THE
CHILDREN PLAY THERE DURING RECESS.
BLESSING OF EXPECTANT PARENTS
We, the parish community, share our support, affirmation,
guidance and assistance as you bring to life a new member
among us. As you prepare to welcome a new child into your
family, we, the Church, would like to ready ourselves for the
joy that is yours. We desire to express this joy at the 10:30am
Mass on Sunday, January 25th. We encourage you to have
your family; friends and the child’s chosen godparents come
with you. Please call the rectory if you will be participating in
the blessing.
FOOD CERTIFICATES
Our parish family is grateful to all
who
have
purchased
the
certificates for Market Basket,
ShopRite, Food Town, Corrado’s,
A&P or Stop & Shop. Thank you
for your continuing generosity.
TIME
5:00
8:00
10:30
12:00
7:00PM
LECTOR
C. Smith
E. Covello
D. Blahut
L. Caban
P. Falato
A simple pair of new socks can brighten a
day!
In the rear of the church is a container for
new socks for the people of Eva’s Shelter in
Paterson. This outreach project was developed
by one of our teens, Matthew Renzulli. Matt gifts
us as a communion minister and is always willing to share his
time and energy during our Youth Ministry service projects. I
encourage you to support Matt’s efforts and simply brighten
the day of a person less fortunate than most of us. A simple
pair of new socks is a way to start! The container will remain
in the vestibule as an on-going project.
THE CATHOLIC TV NETWORK
The Catholic TV Network, America’s Catholic Television
Network®, is now available to cable and satellite providers in
our area. Please help provide this upbeat, youthful, and
exciting Catholic network and powerful resource to the people
of our area and the entire nation. To help, simply visit
GetCatholicTV.com as an easy way to petition your cable or
satellite provider. If you are unable to access the internet
please follow up with a postcard or letter to your provider.
Remember the address: GetCatholicTV.com
TRAVEL TOILETRIES
Wondering what to do with all those complimentary hotel
toiletry items you’ve collected? Those bottles of shampoo,
soap, and conditioner along with any other unused travel-size
toiletries (no mouthwash please) will be well-used and much
appreciated by the people of Straight and Narrow. A container
is located in the vestibule for the ongoing collection of these
items.
LITURGICAL ASSIGNMENTS FOR JANUARY 10/11
MINISTERS OF COMMUNION
C. Cronk, P. Gorman, M. Pierce
Deacon Dan, J. Brancone, J. Hintz
N. & Z. Cassanova, L.Ortega, N. Schneeloch, J. Yancy
J. Esser, K. Doyle, C. Mesce
K. Coyne, M. Funge, D. Wolf
ALTAR SERVERS
E. Wolf, C. DeLisa
W. Szumita, C. Szumita
R. Fisher, M. Bikoff
G. Russo, J. SanPascual
A. Terranova, J. French