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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2020 CHURCH MEMORIALS 5:30 P.M. Ted Luciani Church Candle in memory of Jim Spina requested Mary Ann Schaffer by Evelyn Spina Richard Johnson Church Candle in memory of Jim Spina Patricia McEntee Walther requested by Evelyn Spina Mary Norton Taylor SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2020 WEEKLY COLLECTION 7:30 A.M. Parishioners Sunday, February 2, 2020 - $4,682.00 Teresa & Victor Croley Thank you for your continued support. Ted Sagan 10:00 A.M Noreen Kaiser WEEKLY REFLECTION Intentions of Mossimo LaPadula Dear Friends in Christ, 12:00 P.M. Jennie Montgoris “You are the light of the world….” Jim Spina Light allows people to see. We can’t see without MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2020 light. show the world how much God 8:00 A.M. Joseph & Gea Giavannone loves them and what has done to restore their TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2020 relationship with him. 8:00 A.M. Gloria Gardella A light bulb has no other purpose, nor do we! THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2020 Lights are used to mark streets. Ever been through a 8:00 A.M. Edward Garruto FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2020 town when the power was out? It’s very confusing 8:00 A.M. Intentions of Halina LaPadula and unnerving. Airport runways are marked with SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2020 landing lights. Ports have their channels marked by 5:30 P.M. Ted Luciani channel markers. MaryAnn Schaffer All these lights show the way to the desired Intentions of Anton Grim destination. In the same way we Catholics are to Frank O’Donnell – 2nd Anniversary mark the way to heaven, to Jesus. If people follow Intentions of Sarah Skorubski our example, they should be able to please God. SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2020 One of the great things 7:30 A.M. Parishioners about camping out in the Walter Donnelly country is that you can get 10:00 A.M. Clotilda Rapuano – 1st Anniversary 12:00 P.M. Stanislaw Urban away from the city lights Matthew Kelly Henderson and really see the stars. William Higgins Away from the city, a full Pray daily for the safety of our servicemen and moon is bright enough to find women. your way around in the dark. The sky is full of light from the stars. PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS: In a world of darkness, we are those who reflect the Mary Carton Jacob Hicks Estella Soto Ava Rae Nebbia Matthew Polifonte Lois Maskley light we have found in Jesus. Gary Ragusa Herman Koenig Evelyn Means George Link Michael Soojian Valentina Manuele Susan Nichols-Boggio Kevin Kerrigan Ryder Sasso Mike Tidaback Robert Moreno Ray Nyhuis Dorothea King Jerome Foray Sister Annette Schedule for distribution of ashes: Richard Barnett Manuel Esguerra Kenny Sequeira 7 AM – Service Robert Nebbia Christopher Berry Frank Polglaze 9 AM - Sharon Acquaire Noah Lorencovitz Helena Dera 4 PM – Service Florence Grim Anton Grim George Macagnone 7:30 PM - Mass Alex Coronel Alice Roslund Alejandro Salcedo Bernie Shushan Jean’na Wojik Post Patrick Keegan OF THE WORD by the children of the town that they would constantly In the Readings for today, we are write him notes speaking of their affection--hence the reminded of our need to be mindful of origin of exchanging valentines. the health and welfare of those less In the other version of the story, Valentine is working to fortunate than ourselves; and there are heal a blind boy and is arrested by Roman soldiers for his many, not only in far-off countries, work as an “undercover priest”. Valentine is shortly but right here in our own area. thereafter sentenced to die. And yet before he is taken off In the First Reading from the Prophet to be executed, he takes the time to write to the little blind Isaiah (58:7-10), we hear the prophet boy a note explaining to him Jesus' love, enclosing a small chastising the rich and powerful treat. According to this story, when the boy eats the treat people of the 5th century BC for not his eyesight is miraculously restored, and he is able to see looking after the poor, the hungry, the well enough to read Valentine's note--which is, of course, oppressed and homeless. Selfishness and greed were at the exact same moment that Valentine is executed. some of the reasons for the fall of the Jewish monarchy. Valentine’s Day, symbolized by red hot hearts. As we However, he concludes that charity toward those less celebrate various forms of human love, including fortunate can bring much spiritual freedom to the heart romantic love, we realize that it’s God’s most amazing and mind. and everlasting and The Responsorial Psalm, (112:4-9), is a prayer that unconditional love that makes continues the same thought pattern of the blessings that all human love possible. God come to those who share their time, talent and treasures is love. Let us be captivated with those in need. by the heart of Christ, pierced In the Second Reading, Paul tells us something about and opened for love of us. himself. We know, from other writings, that Paul was well May we be more deeply educated and probably well off financially. However, dedicated to a life of love--- to after his conversion, he gave up everything to preach the love God and others, . In doing so, he did not approach people as a generously and selflessly person of power and means, but rather as a poor itinerant preacher. PARISH HAPPENINGS The Gospel Reading is from the Gospel of Matthew (5:13- February & March 16). This short passage follows immediately after Jesus’ 2/15 – 4:30 – 5:30pm - No music pronouncement of the Beatitudes. The symbols of salt and 2/15-16 Ladies Guild Soup Sale – after all Masses light are used here to explain how service to others can 2/24 Youth Group – 6-7:30pm – church hall lead both the giver and the receiver into a closer walk with 2/29 Ladies Guild Potluck Dinner in church hall Jesus Christ. "Salt" has many uses, but the one that we after 5:30pm Mass most often think about is as a food enhancer, to bring out 3/6 – 7 Overnight Adoration the best in food. When we help to bring out the "best" in 3/7 1st Saturday Novena & Rosary 11am someone else, we help ourselves as well. When we help 3/21 St. Joseph Table – after 5:30pm Mass others to "see the light" through our example, we both 3/28 Annual Fish/Chicken Fry (details to follow) gain insight into our role in God's Plan of Salvation.

Congratulations to the following winners SAINT VALENTINE’S STORY St. Valentine, for whom this of the Calendar Raffle holiday is of course named, Week Seven was an actual historical 2/2 204 50.00 Mark Dondero figure. He was a Roman 2/3 082 25.00 David Vincenti physician who was also a 2/4 451 25.00 Cynthia Valentin Christian priest during the 2/5 636 25.00 Nancy Forni days of the early church. 2/6 077 25.00 Claire Kressaty This was at a time when 2/7 700 25.00 Jose Rivera Christians saw tremendous 2/8 226 25.00 Dave James persecution and many practiced in . There are actually a couple versions of the Valentine’s Day story. One version has it that Valentine was so loved ST. JOSEPH TABLE VESSELS Saturday, 3/14/20 On the altar at Mass, you’ll see a number of what look like It’s here again, St. Francis 5th annual St. Joseph cups, bowls and plates. Each of these vessels has a name Table. We need your help to make it a success as great as and a specific purpose. The first thin you may notice is we had the last 4 years. The food auction will take place that these vessels are all made of precious metals – usually after the 5:30 Mass on Saturday, 3/14. gold or silver. This is important to Catholics, as these Food items be brought to the church vessels hold the Body and . basement between 2PM and 5PM on Saturday, 3/14. The small plate that holds the bread that will be Food items must be securely wrapped with clear consecrated is called a . Altar servers may also hold cellophane for viewing. All items must be labeled. a paten under the chins of those receiving Holy Suggested items: Homemade breads, cakes, pies, . cookies, and your favorite prepared foods. The cup that holds the wine, mixed with water, that will We will accept donations and flower arrangements to become the Blood of Christ is called a . honor St. Joseph on the Table if you cannot cook or attend The vessel that holds the Eucharistic hosts is called a this wonderful event. (si-BOR-ee-um). The ciborium, also made of Coffee will be provided. Sandwiches and bags of precious metal, may look like a chalice, or it may look homemade cookies will be available for sale for you to much more like a bowl. Ciboria (the plural of Ciborium) enjoy while waiting for the auction. usually have a lid. The lid is placed on top when the will sell raffle tickets for wonderful prizes. ciborium is put inside the tabernacle with consecrated Keeping with the theme of the Table, the hosts – the . proceeds will benefit needy families of our Parish and Finally, something you may not always see at Mass is a 25% will go towards the continued upkeep of the small metal container used to transport the to Church’s needs. the sick or homebound who cannot attend Mass. This Please call Giovanna at 973-907-2680, if you vessel, which often looks something like a pocket watch, have any questions. is called a (picks). You’ll notice that the minister who We need ALL of you to participate with cooking, is given the pyx will leave the church immediately to take baking, AND by attending this wonderful event and Communion to those who could not be in the assembly. joining in the fun. Thank you so much for your continued support. LAKELAND NURSING HOME SCHEDULE SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2020 Lenten Mission: 2020 Pat Demarest & Margaret O’Neill

For the last 13 years during the six weeks of , groups have been gathering in parishioners’ homes to discuss SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2020 scripture. This year we will focus once again on the 5:30 P.M. Brenda McWeeney & Lynn Magnini , using the book Psalms II: Praying with Jesus SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2020 from the Loyola Press. The books are $9.00. What 7:30 A.M. Bill Boswell happens is that, as we explore scripture, our love and 10:00 A.M. Debbie Griffin & Giovanna Vollaro understanding of the Lord deepens and our bond with one 12 NOON Joe Darlington & Mary Avella another strengthens. It is a win-win. The groups will begin to meet the last week of February. If you are EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS interested in joining a group, fill out the sign-up slip SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2020 below and place it in the box in the narthex or at the side 5:30 P.M. Peg Carolan & Cesar Vasquez door. More slips are in the narthex. Or call the rectory. SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2020 If you have questions, call Pat Demarest at 973 831 6513. 7:30 A.M. Jason Velante & Sandy Weigand 10:00 A.M. Judy Moran & Al Kunz Lenten Mission Slip 12 NOON Diane Morano & Linda O’Connell

Name:______ALTAR SERVERS SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2020 Phone #:______5:30 P.M. Sean Moebius & Peter Sutula SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2020 E-mail address:______7:30 P.M. Collin O’Keefe Hayden Whitaker Currie Please indicate preferred day of the week and time 10:00 A.M. Nathan & Braden Villavicencio (morning, afternoon, evening) and we will do our best to 12 NOON Diana & Eric Szczecinski accommodate you.