St. Rose of Lima Church 312 Ridgedale Avenue East , New Jersey 07936 www.saintroseoflimachurch.org

The Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time October 25, 2015

A few months ago our parishioner, Mike Cincotta, mentioned to me that Emmanuel Presbyterian in Whippany was closed last year and their building is going to be demolished soon. He encouraged me to take a look at their pipe organ, because they were giving it away. We paid a visit to play the organ with its pastor, Rev. Howard Currie and I was astounded by the beauty of its sound. I also realized that this organ and its pipes would fit perfectly on the left side of our choir loft, but it would require a full restoration to move it from that church to St. Rose. It has 10 ranks of pipes, including chimes and trumpets for a grandiose sound and a two-manual console. Father Owen was instrumental in facilitating the acquisition and all phases of planning this project. Churches spend hundreds of thousands of dollars building organs, which when cared for, will last generations. Once installed, this organ is going to be worth around $100,000.00, but because we don’t have to pay for the pipes and console, it will cost only a third of that amount to rebuild it. We have chosen the well known organ builders and restorers, the Peragallo Company, to install our new organ. Psalm 150, 1-4: “Praise ye the Lord. Praise God in His Sanctuary: praise Him in the firmament of His power. Praise Him for His mighty acts: praise according to His excellent greatness. Praise Him with the sound of the trumpet: praise Him with the psaltery and the harp. Praise Him with the timbrel and dance: praise Him with stringed instruments and organs.”

Diego Badilla, M.Mus.

I have a dear friend Jan Kennedy who originally comes from Short Hills who has been a wonderful benefactor to this parish for many years. I had taken care of her beloved mother Corinne during her illness and celebrated her Funeral Mass upon her death. Every year Jan contributes to the needs of our parish in memory of her mom. On Tuesday, October 13th, Jan invited Fr. Matthew and me to spend the day at her home in southern New Hampshire. The leaves were at their peak and we had a beautiful afternoon driving through the countryside. We offered Mass for Jan and after dinner returned home. Jan was aware that we had been gifted with an organ but that it would cost $35,000.00 between moving it, installing it, etc. Fr. Matthew and I were thrilled when she gave us a check for the entire cost in memory of her beloved mother Corinne. Our RCIA sessions have begun. We have a wonderful group of people. We have three Protestants who seek entry into the , two Catholics who need First Holy Communion and Confirmation, and three Catholics who need Confirmation. If you know of any other people who would like to be baptized Catholic, Protestants who would like to convert or Catholics who would like to receive Holy Communion or Confirmation, please contact Fr. Matthew or me. A big thank you to Deacon Vin and Peggy for coordinating Bishop’s Annual Appeal again this year. Thanks to everyone in our parish who has prayerfully sacrificed to this most worthwhile endeavor. The loss of a loved one is an incredibly painful time in our lives but it’s very important to get the help and support to try and live a joyful, hopeful life be it in a different way. We start our bereavement series on Wednesday, October 28th at 7:00pm in the parish offices. If you or someone you know would like to be able to process their feelings and to find support in a Catholic-Christian environment, please call or email Stephanie Politi to register.

Father Owen THE ALTAR BREAD AND WINE For this week are offered in loving memory of Raymond Rosati

Sunday, October 25th Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time From : Family

7:30 People of the Parish Edward Hannigan, Rose Kennedy SANCTUARY LAMP – CHURCH 9:00 John Arthur Sullivan, John Lupo 10:30 In Thanksgiving for Lawrence Caruso, Edward Serra A reminder of the Divine Presence in the Eucharist 12:15 Marie Lobritto, Alfred Burns burns this week in memory of: 7:00 Kenneth Pfeil, Michael Calabro Monday, October 26th Weekday George G. Gerstorfer 9:00 Cathy Santiago, Frances Stampone th From: D’Onofrio Family Tuesday,October 27 Weekday

9:00 Teresa Wasielewska, Nancy Nazarro th Wednesday, October 28 Sts. Simon & Jude TABERNACLE CANDLES 9:00 Joseph Cappucci, Kathy Latour Thursday, October 29th Weekday For the week are offered in loving memory of: 9:00 Nick DeFinis, James & Ena Moran Susan & Anthony Riolo th Friday, October 30 Weekday From: The Giordano Family 9:00 Maria Finelli, Marie Hannigan st Saturday, October 31 Weekday 9:00 Mass to the Blessed Mother Vigil 5:30 Linda Yandy (7th Ann.), Frank Rosamilia st We remember and give God thanks for our beloved Sunday, November 1 All Saints 7:30 People of the Parish dead especially Nancy Rose Fieno (7th Ann.), Vecchiarello Family Ignatius Alvich 9:00 Cesare & Josephine Prosperi, Dr. Jameson

10:30 Lisa Vasalo, Josephine Riccio 12:15 Joseph Franchino, Al Burns Congratulations to the Parents of our newly Baptized: 7:00 Margaret Lomio, Frances Stampone Gianna Veronica Varellie

Rosary Prayer Intentions for October Jaxon Joseph Gossweiler Glorious Mysteries: That all Catholics will respect the Alexandra Rose Pelletier dignity of life.

Sorrowful Mysteries: In Thanksgiving for the visit of BEREAVEMENT our Pope and his safe return to the . Father Owen and Stephanie Politi will be starting our next Joyful Mysteries: That all Catholics will strive to Bereavement Group here at St. Rose. Our first meeting will practice the Holy Father’s invitation to be faithful be on Wednesday, October 28th at 7:00pm in the Church disciples. Office. Subsequent meetings will usually be held on Luminous Mysteries: That Alex and all seminarians at the Gregorian as Wednesdays. We are planning for the sessions to continue they begin their academic year, will be in our prayers. most weeks through December and January. If you have any questions or plan to come to these sessions please register Our Sick: Please remember in your prayers those in ASAP by emailing Stephanie Politi at our parish and community who are ill, especially: [email protected].

Adrianna , Maria Ravanno, Felix Terrero,

Dean Everetts, Lena Raimo, Sandy DiMassi, Mary Jo Corey, Frank DiMatteo, Anita Drescher, Carmine Sarno, Jessica Petti, Mary Edwards, Pat DeDeo, Fr. Fred Walters and George Catrambone

ENVELOPES FOR ALL SOULS In the pews are the envelopes for All Souls. Please list the names of your loved ones who have died. All the envelopes will be placed on the Altar during the month of November and all those listed will be remembered at every Mass during the month. Please drop the envelopes in the collection no later than October 25th. Fr. Owen, Jan Kennedy and Fr. Matthew while visiting in New Hampshire. 2015 CONFIRMATION NEWS Zumbathon for Jessica Petti 9th Grade: Your next class night is a special event and will take place on Oct. 25th. Students are to arrive no later than 5:00pm through the Academy lobby doors for their class. Parents should attend Mass with their child. Students will be dismissed at the end of the 7:00pm Mass 10th Grade: Your next class night will take place on Nov. 1st Students are to arrive no later than 5:15pm through the Academy lobby doors. Parents should attend Mass with their child. Students will be dismissed at the end of the 7:00pm Mass. Your sponsor essays are due on this night.

YOUTH CENTER HALLOWEEN PARTY

Youth Group – is open to all high school age Fr. Matthew saying opening prayers and blessing to Jessica students.7:00pm – 9:00pm in the Youth Center. Join us for a and her family. night of Fellowship. Halloween Party: Tuesday, Oct. 27th 7:00pm Costumes, Fun and Food Please bring a non-perishable food item and/or $1.00 donation. Any questions, or if you would like to volunteer to bring or donate refreshments or to be a Youth Center chaperone for any of these events, please contact Stephanie Politi at [email protected].

Ray Boswell Pottery Mini-Retreat October 25th 5:15pm in the St. Rose Gym

Confirmation Program Welcomes all Parishioners to an Inspirational Event. For 30 years, potter, teacher, and artist Mike Vernotica, Erminia and Kayla Mulholland, Mike Petti, Ray Boswell has shared his unique merging of creativity and Cristina Pignataro and Lisa Paradiso. spirituality with thousands of adults and children. Please join us.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS Our classes have begun. You may still submit registrations. The form is available on our parish website. Registrations received will be processed and class assignments will be sent by email. Our class schedule and Mass Leaders of Prayer: October 25 Cycle 2 Gr. 1 Mrs. Kolcz & Gr. 7 Mrs. Mitchell Catechists and Student Leaders of Prayer are asked to be in the church at 8:30am. We look forward to seeing you in class!!! Over 65 people came out to support our fellow parishioner, Jessica Petti, in her battle against leukemia Confirmation Students Donate to Parish Food Pantry

Jessica with her son Nico wearing their “Team Jess” shirts On Saturday, October 17, Confirmation students donated over 60 bags of groceries, cases of water, paper towels, etc. These donations Rosary Altar Society will be given to both the Parish Food Pantry and the Youth Center. Thank you Confirmation Students for your community service Next Meeting – November 4th beginning with the Rosary at 7pm. Please remember your donation for the food pantry. project for our Youth Ministry and Confirmation Program. Upcoming Event – November 3rd – Memorial Mass begins at

7pm, reserved seats on St. Joseph side of Church.

The Parish belongs to all of FALL STUDIES PART II us, and only through the SYMBOLON: KNOWING THE FAITH parish community can we achieve our goals. The Wednesdays: 9:30am – 10:45am Oct. 28 Challenge is Ours!!!

Thursdays: 7:00pm – 8:30pm OFFERTORY COLLECTIONS Oct. 29 Will meet in the Cafeteria (under the Church) October 18, 2015 Weekly Tithing Parishioners $ 8,776.00 We will continue to use Symbolon: Knowing the Faith, a program which uses prayer, videos teaching, and discussion to take you School Tithing $ 543.00 through a journey into the timeless beauty and truths of our Catholic Loose Checks $ 330.00 faith and reveals to us God’s incredible love for us. Loose Cash $ 1,466.00 Dr. Edward Sri is the lead teacher in this series filmed on location in Total Sunday Collection $ 11,115.00 , the Holy Land, and Calcutta with the best Catholic teachers. The last sesion will cover the following topic: “Total does not include on-line tithing” The Last Things: What Happens After We Die? World Missions $ 961.00 Join us for an interesting look at our faith. Attendance at Part I was not a necessity. THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO IS Refreshments will be served. Donations accepted to cover costs. SACRIFICING TO HELP US MEET OUR Register for the classes by calling Deacon Vin, 973-334-5858 or FINANCIAL COMMITMENT. email Peggy Leo at [email protected].

$13,500 CAR RAFFLE 2015 Thank You Many thanks to Ron Mayer, Ceil DeFinis, Fusella,

News From Rome Marilyn Hawksworth, Vicki LoSasso, Debbie Riccio, Sophie Spagnolo, Tony Longo, Juanita Nostrame, Louis It is incredible living so close to everything that we read about Giordano, Dot Zoppi, Nicole Zuena, Eddit O’Connor, in Catholic newspapers. Just the other day Cardinal Wuerl, Connie Walsh, Marlene Nigro, Clarita Flores, Kelli the Archbishop of Washington and one of the participants in the Synod on the Family celebrated Mass for us and is staying DiChiara, Elena Scrocco, Michelle Barbieri, Marilyn with us at the College. He is not the only one since most if not Pollard, Kim Gerardis, Neale Baxter, Robin Tobia, all of the American participants are staying with us and head Giselle Mas, Nicole Mackavavitz and Mario Marrano. off every morning to discuss this important issue. It is such an honor to be in the presence of these men who will help to CAR RAFFLE SALES mold the future of our Church in the advice they will give to CAR VALUE: $33,409 Pope Francis. I encourage all of you to follow what is TOTAL SALES: $62,540 happening, but be careful with much of the news you hear, since many news sources are not experts in regards to Church matters. If you are looking for a good site to read I FOOD PANTRY recommend looking at news.via the official website of the Thanks to your generous donations we are able to help Vatican. It will help you avoid all of the misinterpretation that many people that come to our Food Pantry. The pantry sometimes can happen. will now be opened on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of every I must say it was incredible to witness the canonization of two month. The Pantry is in need of coffee, tea, canned new French saints, St. Marie-Azelie Guerin Martin and St. meats and fish. The next time the food pantry will be Louis Martin, her husband. These two saints were the parents open Saturday, November 14th from 10:00-11:30am. If of St. Therese of Lisieux and are great examples of you have any questions or concerns, please email encouraging vocations. They had 9 children all together, but Isabella Francis at [email protected]. only 5 daughters grew up to be adults; all became nuns. It is an incredible story to hear, but reminds us the need to always pray for vocations especially from our own families. So as I Daylight Savings Time ends Sunday, November 1st at close this week, please pray for the Church in from 2:00am. Remember to set your clocks back one hour where these great saints came from, that she may see an before you go to bed on Saturday night. increase in vocations and in Mass attendance. Pray also for an

increase of vocations to both religious life and the priesthood from within your own families, especially following in the KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS #6504 example of St. Therese’s parents. We are blessed to many missionaries coming to serve our Diocese, like Fr. Matthew. Meetings are the 2nd and 4th Mondays at 8:00pm in We must first and foremost seek to encourage vocations from Labrecque Hall our own sons and daughters. 18 and older and wish to join the Knights Saints Marie-Azeilie Guerin Martin and Louis Martin, pray for contact Chris 973-560-1248 us. www.kofc6504.org [email protected] God Bless, Alex www.facebook.com/EastHanoverKnightsofColumbus SCHOOL NEWS LAST SUNDAY OUR CROSS COUNTRY TEAM PRE-K CHILDREN TRAVELED TO WIGHTMAN’S PARTICIPATED IN THE Holy Trinity Interparochial FARM AND THE VERY NEXT DAY THE School Cross Country Invitational. It was a beautiful but KINDERGARTEN CHILDREN FOLLOWED SUIT. very chilly afternoon for our runners: Grade 4 – Bridget They enjoyed beautiful sunny days and each picked out the Montes DeOca, Grade 5 – Michelle Portal; Grade 6 – Michael perfect pumpkin to prepare for Halloween. Cider and donuts Rydzewski; Grade 7 – Julie Prestigiacomo; Grade 8 – Tiahna were part of the package and of course, were thoroughly Mas and Dayana Portal. The first fifteen runners in each race received a medal. Congratulations to Julie Prestigiacomo who enjoyed! We thank their teachers Miss Lorie and Miss Val, th Miss Sandra and Mrs. Bloch, Ms. Robinson and Mrs. Nelson captured the medal for 7 place. A hearty round of applause for choosing this great trip! Our thanks to Mrs. Freeman and for our coach, Mrs. Rydzewski, and manager, Caitlin Mrs. Byron for making all the arrangements including making Rydzewski. sure that we had transportation!

PRE-K STUDENTS ARE PRACTICING PATTERNS IN ALL SIZES AND SHAPES. You can see from our pictures that they are very busy learning all about patterns in Miss Lorie and Miss Val’s class. CALENDAR October 30 Family Fun Night 7-9pm in the gym November 2 All Souls’ Day – 9:00am Mass 6 First Friday Mass – 9:00am COOP High School Test for Grade 8 students

11 Open House for new families 9-11am and SAVE THE DATE!!! November 11th the Academy will be 7-8pm hosting an Open House for new families. Parents are invited Paterson Diocese Interpretive Reading to visit the school and learn about our programs from 9:00 – Tournament – 3pm at St. Patrick’s 11:00am and 7-8pm. If you cannot make either of these times, 16 Home and School Meeting 7pm in Messina please call 973-887-6990 and we will make arrangements for Hall you to visit at another time.

PARISH DIRECTORY Parish Office: 973-887-5572 Fax: 973-884-0476 PARISH EMERGENCY NUMBER Website: www.saintroseoflimachurch.org In case of a TRUE EMERGENCY, death or funeral, after office hours, please call 973-887-5572 and press “2” to reach Father Owen immediately

Pastor Fr. Owen B Moran 973-887-5572 Ext 114 [email protected] Parochial Vicar

Fr. Matthew Kranc 973-887-5572 Ext 125 [email protected]

Fr. Peter Clarke Weekend Assistant [email protected]

Deacon Deacon Vincent Leo Permanent Deacon 973-887-5572 [email protected]

Seminarian Mr. Alex Nevitt Theology , North American College, Rome [email protected] Pastor Emeritus Msgr. William McCarthy retired and not in residence Parish Staff Mrs. Gretchen Turner Business Manager 973-887-5572 Ext 115 [email protected] Mr. Diego Badilla Music Director 973-887-5572 Ext 157 [email protected] Mrs. Karen Cunningham Bookkeeper 973-887-5572 Ext 129 [email protected] Ms. Cathleen Seborowski Parish Secretary 973-887-5572 Ext 128 [email protected] Mrs. Angela Burns Parish Secretary 973-887-5572 Ext 152 [email protected] Mrs. Anne Marie Gillespie Trustee Mrs. Jeanne Taylor Trustee Mr. William Nevitt Parish Council President

Saint Rose Academy Pre-School through Grade 8 Ms. Sheila Tomlinson Principal 973-887-6990 [email protected] Mrs. Nancy Byron Academy Secretary 973-887-6990 [email protected] Mrs. Carol Freeman Administrative Assistant 973-887-1801 [email protected] (Pre-School/Pre-K) Faith Formation Mrs. Bernadette Caponegro Director Religious Education 973-887-0357 [email protected] Mrs. Gina Liebhauser Ass’t Coordinator of Religious Ed 973-887-0357 [email protected] Mrs. Tanya D’Souza Religious Ed Adm. Assistant 973-887-0357 [email protected] Mrs. Stephanie Politi Coordinator of Pastoral Ministries 973-599-2944 [email protected] Ms. Lisa Paradiso Youth Ministry and Confirmation 973-599-2944 [email protected] Assistant Mrs. M. Kelly Robertazzi Youth Ministry and Confirmation 973-599-2944 [email protected] Assistant

SACRAMENTS Baptism We celebrate the sacrament of Baptism most Sundays. Parents are welcome to have the Baptism celebrated either at a week-end Mass or at the Liturgy of Baptism at 1:15. To make arrangements for Baptism please call Father Owen or Fr. Matthew. Godparents must be confirmed and be active members of the church and attend Mass regularly. Sacrament of Reconciliation Every Saturday at 8:15 – 8:45 and 4:45 – 5:15 (or by appointment with Fr. Owen or Fr. Matthew). Sacrament of Marriage Please contact Fr. Owen or Fr. Mathew and set up an appointment. Any Catholic couple needs approximately a year to prepare for the Sacrament of Marriage, which includes sessions with the Priest celebrating the marriage and attendance at Pre-Cana conferences. Sacrament of the Sick / Hospital Visits At St. Rose we are strongly committed to the spiritual care of the sick. Because of privacy laws, hospitals and nursing homes are not allowed to release the patient’s religious affiliation. Therefore, we must depend on families of our sick parishioners to inform us of their whereabouts and condition. Please notify the parish office of any need for a home or hospital visit. RCIA The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is a program for people who seek full initiation in the Catholic Church through the reception of the Sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation, which are received at . For information, please contact Fr. Owen or Fr. Matthew at the parish office. PRAYER OPPORTUNITIES PARISH ORGANIZATIONS Miraculous Medal Novena – Following 9am Mass on Saturday Adult Choir – Rehearsal Mondays 9:30am or Wednesdays 8:00pm Devotion to Padre Pio – Following the 9am Mass on Friday Knights of Columbus – 2nd & 4th Monday at 8pm in Labrecque Hall Right to Life – Anne Marie Gillespie [email protected] Rosary Altar Society – 1st Wednesday of the month at 7:00pm in church Secular Franciscan Order - Second Saturday after 9am Mass Adoration to the Blessed Sacrament –Tues. & Wed 8am – 8pm First Saturday Devotion – to Our Lady of Fatima Following 9am Mass Bereavement - 973-599-2944

PARISH GENERAL INFORMATION PARISH OFFICE HOURS - Our clergy and staff will be happy to assist you during the following hours: Monday – Friday 9am - 3pm Summer Hours Monday – Thursday 9am – 3pm. Closed Friday’s July and August New Parishioners - We welcome those who have recently moved to the area. If you would like to be part of the St. Rose of Lima family, please call the parish office to register. Bulletin Deadline – Please kindly submit all bulletin materials to Angela ([email protected]) at the parish office, Please note that in order for articles to be published in next week’s bulletin they need to be submitted no later than 10a.m. of the prior Tuesday. Mass Intentions – Please come into the office or call during regular office hours.