OUR LADY MOTHER OF THE CHURCH 209 Woodcliff Avenue ~ Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677 www.motherofthechurch.org Our Mission Called by our baptism and nourished by the Eucharist, the parishioners of Our Lady Mother of the Church, acknowledge our mission to teach, share and live the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Inspired by the Holy Spirit, we create a welcoming environment, enthusiastically gather and worship to praise God, and strive to imitate the life of Jesus as we reach out beyond our own faith community. PENTECOST SUNDAY ~ MAY 23, 2021 Fr. Sean Manson, Pastor Parish Directory Weekdays Patricia Keenaghan, Monday-Thursday 8:30am Fr. Siffredus Rwechungura, Director of Religious Education Fridays During Lent 8:30 am Parochial Vicar (201) 391-7400 and 12:00 pm [email protected] Stan Fedison, Deacon Weekends Deborah DiPiazza, __________________________ Faith Formation Aide Saturday 5:30pm & Parish Office Hours 8:00 pm (in classroom) Monday - Wednesday Domenick Panfile, Sunday 8:30am, 10:30am & 6:00 pm Director of Music 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Thursday and Friday Judi Quinn, Administrative Secretary Holy Days 9:00 am - 2:00 pm (201) 391-2826 See bulletin for schedule of Masses [email protected] Vito Delzotto, Reconciliation Parish Council President Saturday 4:30 pm to 5:00 pm This weekend we celebrate the Solemnity of Pentecost. After the Res- urrection the Apostles were still doubtful, even though the Risen Christ had appeared to them for forty days. It was not enough for them to have met Christ Risen in person, they were still fearful and had doubts. They were locked in the upper room, socially distanced from others out of fear. We are in the same situation. This past year we have been in lock- down, we have been socially distanced. The confusion we experience is described in the first reading of the Vigil Mass of Pentecost – when the people had turned away from the East and became, literally, “disoriented”, they no longer understood one another, there was mass confusion. This is the experience of Babel – confusion, doubt, fear, panic. Pentecost is the antidote to this virus. The Holy Spirit, who descended upon the Apostles, con- firmed in their hearts the love of God, and allowed them to speak a language that all could under- stand. This language is Love. The gift of the Holy Spirit gives us the capacity to love, and love conquers all fear, doubt, panic, worry and confusion. Come Holy Spirit, Fill the Hearts of thy Faith- ful, enkindle in Us the Fire of Thy Love. This coming Thursday, May 27th we will celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation with our 27 Can- didates. Bishop Michael Saporito will preside the Liturgy at 6:30pm. Please pray for the Candidates. Monday, May 24th is our Parish Feast Day, the Memorial of the Virgin Mary under the title Mother of the Church - “Beata Mariæ Virginis, Ecclesiæ Matris”, Instituting this memorial, Pope Francis said: ‘As a caring guide to the emerging Church Mary had already begun her mission in the Upper Room, praying with the Apostles while awaiting the coming of the Holy Spirit (cf. Acts 1:14). In this sense, in the course of the centuries, Christian piety has honored Mary with various titles, in many ways equivalent, such as Mother of Disciples, of the Faithful, of Believers, of all those who are reborn in Christ; and also, as “Mother of the Church” as is used in the texts of spiritual authors as well as in the Magisterium of Popes Benedict XIV and Leo XIII.’ Join on Monday, May 24th at 7:00pm for us for a Special Mass in honor of Our Lady Mother of the Church. Mass will be followed by the Rosary, Benediction, and a light reception in the McCarthy Center. Saturday May 22 For everything there is a season and a time for St. Rita of Cascia every purpose under heaven.” 5:30 pm Henry Fiorillo Ecclesiastes 3:11 Sunday May 23 Pentecost Sunday “A time to be healed” 8:30 am Anne Witte Parish sick list: Marie Barrett, Mr. & Mrs. Bischoff, 10:30 am Emilio Reyes Francesca DeMarco, Arlene Desposito, Deacon Stan Fedi- 6:00 pm Antonia Hroncich son, Angela Fiorino, Carol Franco, Trevor Giesberg, Tom Monday May 24 Harrington, Jennifer Hartmann, Brad Jones, Joachim Jung, Blessed Virgin Mary, Vivienne Knopp, Ivy LaRegina, Genna Lepore, Julia Ger- Mother of the Church aghty, Rosemary Levin, Robert Libonati, Jessica Livingstone, 8:30 am Sebastino Sorice Nat Lucarello, Terry Racanelli, James Ranazzo, Bill 7:00 pm Special Mass for OLMC Reynaldos, Tim Rice, Carol Schmidt, Tara Shankman, Bro. Tuesday May 25 Kevin Smith, Bob Staab, Tom Woodhour, Eric Vanderleif St. Bede the Venerable; St. Gregory and Bryce Werner VII; St. Mary Magdalene de Pazzi “A time to mourn” 8:30 am Jack D’Ambrosi Wednesday May 26 “A time for war and a time for peace” Tyler Aiello, Ryan Brady, Lcpl. Joseph Ryan and Seamus St. Philip Neri 8:30 am James J. LeBeau Ryan Amen. Thursday May 27 St. Augustine of Canterbury 8:30 am Charles Sackermann 6:30 pm Confirmation Mass Friday May 28 8:30 am Gloria DiBella Saturday May 29 Dear Parishioners, St. Paul VI 5:30 pm Connie Trombetta Thanks ever so much for all your prayers, Sunday May 29 your Mass Cards and your Get-Well The Most Holy Trinity cards. Thanks also to all the children for 8:30 am Matthew DeLuca their prayers as well and also for displaying their amazing 10:30 am Emilio Reyes talents in creating their own original Get Well Cards. 6:00 pm Virginia M. & James T. Horris Thanks to everyone. In deep appreciation Deacon Stan the Man Stewardship of Treasure My Parish, My Family, My Responsibility “Whoever confesses that Jesus is the Son of God, God abides in him, and he in God.” – 1 John 4:15 How strong is your faith? When you have an opportu- nity to either defend or clarify a question about our Our Lady Mother of the Church Catholic faith, do you do it? Or, do you remain silent Prayers for Vocations so that others don’t think you are weird? Pray for the Pentecost Sunday -- May 23, 2021 For an in- courage to be strong in all circumstances and to joyfully creased devotion to the Holy Spirit among our share your witness with others. Receipts From Last Week……......…...…..$3,540.00 young people, as He leads them in their prayer- Parish Giving…………………………...….$ 963.00 ful discernment to discover their vocation in Maintenance………..……………………...$ 20.00 Christ, we pray to the Lord. Register Now For 2021-2022 Faith Formation We look forward to working with you in helping you child grow in the faith. There is one fee ($215) and one form per family. Faith Formation: Grades 1 thru 6 on Wednesdays after Faith Formation News school, 3:45-5:00pm, pending Covid guidelines. If you are regis- tering for grade 1, or for the first time in the program, please provide a copy of your child’s Baptismal Certificate. Lighting Our Faith summer program registration has ended. Youth JAM (Youth Jesus and Mary) Grades 7 and 8. This program meets the second Sunday each month from 4:30pm to 7:00pm, beginning late September 2020 Confirmation Grade 9. This program meets the second Sunday each month, beginning with 10:30 am Mass followed by class ending at 12:30pm. May is Mary’s month in the Catholic Church. It is the Please email: [email protected] if you are month we honor Blessed Mary as the Mother of Jesus new to the parish, have any questions or would like to volun- and our Heavenly Mother. In 2018, Pope Francis de- teer as a Catechist. creed that the Memorial of the Blessed Vir- The Faith Formation Registration Form is at this gin Mary, Mother of the Church be inserted into the link: https://forms.parishgiving.org/form-5431443/ Email Roman Calendar on the Monday after Pentecost (also [email protected] to request for this to be sent directly to you. known as Whit Monday) and to be celebrated every year. This year it is Monday, May 24th. There will be a Important Dates for Confirmation special Mass this day at 7:00 pm. Benediction and Sun., 5/23 Class begins with 10:30 am Mass followed Rosary will follow the Mass. Let’s all celebrate as a by class ending at 12:30 pm parish!. Wed, 5/26 Confirmation Rehearsal at 6:30 pm with Prayer of the Month: The Rosary sponsor ONLY! The Rosary is a Scripture-based prayer. It begins with Thurs, 5/27 Confirmation Mass at 6:30 pm the Apostles' Creed, which summarizes our beliefs of the Question of the Week Catholic faith. The Our Father, which introduces each mys- This week’s question: What feast, in honor of the Mary, is tery, is from the Gospels. The first part of the Hail Mary is celebrated on the Monday after Pentecost? Last week’s the angel's words announcing Christ's birth and Elizabeth's answer: The feast, in honor of the Mary, is celebrated on the greeting to Mary. St. Pius V officially added the second Monday after Pentecost is the patroness of our parish, Our part of the Hail Mary. The Mysteries of the Rosary center Lady Mother of the Church. To enter this week’s raffle, email on the events of Christ's life and His Blessed Mother. [email protected] by 3pm on Wednesday. All There are four sets of Mysteries: Joyful, Sorrowful, Glori- correct answers will be entered in a raffle for a gift card ous and Luminous.