Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

From Father Jim“But God formed man to be imperishable; the image of his own nature he made him. But by the envy of the devil, death entered the world, and they who belong to his company experience it…He took the child by the hand and said to her… ‘Little girl, I say to you arise!’ The girl a child of twelve, arose immediately and walked around. At this they were utterly amazed.”

We have been told from the first book of the bible that we are made in the image and likeness of God. We have been offered the gift of life and we strive to preserve life in all its forms. The late Cardinal Bernardin of Chicago called us to have a ‘consistent ethic of life.’ He teaches us as Catholics that we are opposed to abortion, capital punishment, nuclear war and euthanasia. Were he alive today, I am sure he would include immigration.

These are signs today of the envy of the devil who introduced death into our world. Respect for life is respect for rights. The denial of these rights is the work of the devil. As we admire the compassion of Jesus for the little girl of twelve, so we are called to defend the rights of the unborn, victims of injustice and the elderly.

Only when we respond to the evils around us will we return to live in the image of his own nature. Now is the time.

We extend our condolences and prayers to the families of those who have recently died:

Mrs. Carol V. ScarboroughMs. Stephanie Shelton

The Parish Office will be closed on Wednesday, July 4th and Thursday, July 5th. Have a safe

and happy Independence Day!!

Daily Mass on July 4th will be at 9:00am

July 2, 2018- - -8:30 am--------Christine Dunn

July 3, 2018- - - St. Thomas, Apostle8:30 am--------Joseph Tesoriero

July 4, 20189:00 am--------Tony Sniadowski

July 5, 2018- - - St. Elizabeth of Portugal8:30 am--------Alma Jose

July 6, 2018- - - St. Maria Goretti8:30 am --------Margaret Brotkowski

July 7 20188:30 am--------Joseph Amberg5:00 pm--------James Loftus

July 8, 2018 --- Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time7:00 am--------Julian Straus8:30 am--------Harry Blendy9:00 am SJ-----Elsbieta Biedrzycki10:15 am-------People of the Parish12:00 pm------Anthony Mallia

8th Annual Golf ClassicDue to inclement weather, the ICC Golf Classic was postponed! The Rain Date for the Golf Classic is Monday, July 9th at Newark Country Club!!

Spaces for golf are filled, but you can still register for dinner! Join us for a fun-filled day of golf, great food, and some amazing auction items and prizes! Spaces are limited!! Register online at iccparish.weconnect.com or by filling out a registration found in the churches or parish office. Contact the Parish Office at 410-398-1100 for more information.

LITURGYReadings for next week:

14 th Sunday in Ordinary Time

First Reading: Ezekiel 2:2-5Ezekiel is moved to respond to the call of God and to accentuate his teaching with a direct reference to the Word of God.

Second Reading: II Corinthians 12:7-10Paul had questioned the value of his suffering, and God replied, “My grace is enough for you, for strength is made perfect in weakness.” Paul then realized that although he was weak against persecution, he was strong in faith.

Gospel: Mark 6:1-6aJesus could do little for those in his own part of the country, for their lack of faith in him was so great. Therefore, he spent much of his time teaching in neighboring villages instead.

DOES YOUR CHILD NEED TO BE BAPTIZED?

The next Baptism Class is, August 20th, 7:00-8:30 pm in the Parish Center. It’s never too early to prepare for the Baptism of your child. Parents are required and Godparents are encouraged to attend. Contact the Parish Office to register and arrange the date of Baptism at 410-398-1100.

ADORATION FOR VOCATIONS

On the 1st Sunday of each month, exposition of the Blessed Sacrament occurs from 1pm-3pm in IC Chapel. Join us to pray for vocations to priesthood and religious life. The next opportunity is TODAY, July 1st. Contact Dermott Mullan at 410-398-3368.

DAILY READINGS:Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sunday....................Wis 1:13-15, 2:23-24; 2 Cor 8:7,9, 13-15;................................................Mk 5:21-43 or 5:21-24, 35b-43

Monday....................................Am 2:6-10, 13-16; Mt 8:18-22

Tuesday............................................Eph 2:19-22; Jn 20:24-29

Wednesday............................Am 5:14-15, 21-24; Mt 8:28-34

Thursday...............................................Am 7:10-17; Mt 9:1-8

Friday ............................................Am 8:4-6, 9-12; Mt 9:9-13

Saturday ...........................................Am 9:11-15; Mt 9:14-17

Liturgical Ministers for Next Week: July 7 and 8

5:00 pmAltar Servers: Grace B, Nathan S •EM’s: Carol K, Julie M• Lector: Mary Ann E • Ushers: Eileen P, Bill B, Pat C

7:00 amAltar Servers: Ashley D • EM’s: Alan S, Gerald M, Frank S • Lector: William K • Ushers: Charles M, William C

8:30 amAltar Servers: Jeremy M, Layla B • EMs: Don H, Cecilia G, Peter G• Lector: John G • Ushers: Anthony D, Wendel S, Anthony M

9:00 am (SJ)Altar Servers: Alex L, Mitchell H • EM’s: Dorothy D, Larry B, Diane C, Peggy O, Chris H • Lector: Monica V • Ushers: Kevin O, Jule V, Bill D, Jake S

10:15 amAltar Servers: Justin M • EM’s: Gwen D, Richard L, Kathy C, David L, Helen B •Lector: Tina B •Ushers: Bob W, David B, Steve A, James D

12:00 noonAltar Servers: Valerie O, Gabe O • EMs: Grace B, Pat K, Cynthia J• Lector: Frank E • Ushers: Teresa G, Charles C

CHILDREN’S LITURGY OF THE WORD

LITURGYChildren’s Liturgy is for children ages 5-8 ONLY. Children who are not in this category are asked to

remain in church.

There is NO Children’s Liturgy for the summer!Have a great Summer!!

IMMACULATE CONCEPTIONSCHOOL NEWS

The halls and classrooms are quiet and empty. Books and materials are all packed away. Teachers finished their cleaning and paperwork this week and

are off for a rejuvenating, relaxing summer! Please pray for all of our students and staff that they enjoy a happy and safe summer to return to us in September!

The school will be busy for the next couple of weeks with Vacation Bible School and the search for a new principal. Some building work is planned over the summer as well.

The school office hours for June are set. It will be open Monday - Friday from 8:00 - 3:00 through June 22. The week of June 25, the office will be open from 9:00 - 1:00. July and August hours will be posted when the new principal is hired.

You may contact office personnel including the secretary, principal, and advancement director any time during the summer. Phone and email messages will be checked regularly. Other school personnel including teachers, counselor, and nurse are not required to monitor emails throughout the summer.Contact Info: Secretary - (option 1) 410-398-2636;

jwilson@icschoolweb.org

Principal - (option 2) 410-398-2636;

jdinkle@icschoolweb.org Advancement Director - 443-604-8615;

emurphy@icshoolweb.org

Enrollment applications are still being accepted for next school year. Individual tours may be scheduled by contacting the Emily Murphy, the Advancement Director at 443-604-8615. Now is the time to consider the benefits

of a strong faith-based, challenging academic program that Immaculate Conception provides.

FAITH FORMATIONEDUCATION & SACRAMENTS

RELIGION CLASSES FOR GRADES K-8: To ensure a place for your child in the religion classes for next year, you must register now!YOU CAN REGISTER EITHER:- On the Parish Website under Faith Formation - By completing a hard copy of the forms **Note: Finances are never to be a reason not to register! Payment plans / assistance are available if needed.

Did You Know that…-We have a Kindergarten Class that meets on Sunday Morning?-Children must have attended 1st grade to register for 1st

Communion?-Students must have completed Grades 7 AND 8 to register for Confirmation?

QUESTIONS? Contact the religion office at 410-392-3551

HELP US SUCCEED! WANTED: Adult volunteers (parents and others) to teach small groups of young people and Teens or Adults to serve as an Assistant. QUALIFICATIONS: Willingness to communicate about our faith, a love of young people, and a desire to be more involved. Experience is not necessary-training provided! ASSISTANTS ARE NEEDED FOR:Kindergarten: Sunday Morning Gr. 3 & 4: Sunday MorningCATECHISTS ARE NEEDED FOR 7th grade on Sunday 8th grade on Sunday and Wednesday Contact 410-392-3551 or re@iccparish.org to volunteer.

YOUTH MINISTRY & CONFIRMATION CONFIRMATIONIf you will be in 9th grade next year, don’t forget to register for Confirmation. Once registered, you will receive information on service opportunities. YOUTH GROUP: No Meeting today!! Next meeting: July 8th YOUTH MINISTRY WISH LIST : BOTTLED WATER, plastic ware.

LITURGYYOUNG ADULTS GROUP:

This summer there will be a Connections group for young adults (ages 18-30.) ‘Connections’ is an adult faith formation program that inspires Catholics to pursue their spiritual transformation and equips them to be fully devoted disciples of Jesus. Each Connections seminar involves a weekly meeting, personal and group activities, and a discussion with the leader. Contact Maddie Reese at mem. reese1010@gmail.com

ADULT EDUCATIONInterested in a study group? Many opportunities are available. Call the Religious Ed. Office at 410-392-3551.

SOCIAL CONCERNS

OUTREACH Please consider donating non-perishable foods to the Outreach! Thank you for your help, prayers, & donations to this essential ministry!!

CHRISTMAS IN JULY! “It is Christmas every time you let God love others through you.” ~ Mother Teresa Please consider giving generously to OUTREACH during our CHRISTMAS IN JULY CAMPAIGN to restock the shelves with canned fruits and vegetables, pork & beans, peanut butter & jelly and tuna fish. Personal items like hand soap, shampoo, dish detergent, etc are needed as well. Fill up a bag and drop it off at Church or Parish Center at your convenience throughout July. Let’s have a great summer helping our neighbors with love and respect. Thank You!

PARISH & FAMILY LIFE

PARISH COFFEEJoin us for Parish Coffee: Next weekend, July 1st after the 9:00 am Mass at St. Jude’s.

Join us for Parish Coffee, July 8th after 10:15 mass at IC! See you there!

PARISH EVENTS/INFORMATION

Thank you so much for your continuedgenerosity and support to your parish!

Weekly Church Collections: Week of June 10th ICC------------------------------$8,795.00 St. Jude------------------------$1,881.00

Online--------------------------$5,291.00 Total Offertory--------------$15,767.00

We offer electronic giving!How does Online giving benefit you?1. It’s easy, convenient, and safe2. Allows you to give any amount, any time.3. Helps you to track your giving

How does Online giving benefit the parish?1. Creates consistency of giving to help with

financial planning2. Increases the efficiency of processing regular

giving

How to sign up?1. Visit iccparish.weconnect.com 2. Click “Go to Online Giving”

3. Sign up! It’s that easy!JOB OPENING: PRINCIPAL (PRE-K-8)

Immaculate Conception SchoolImmaculate Conception School seeks qualified applicants for the position of PRINCIPAL beginning July 1, 2018. The parish school has an enrollment of 140 students in Pre-K through 8, 26 faculty/staff to minister to the students. Immaculate Conception School provides a faith-filled, student-centered, service-oriented environment that nurtures the whole child, and offers a solid academic program with very positive standardized test scores. For full details, go to www.cdowschools.org/ics.pdf or email mfilippone@cdow.org.

PLANNING FOR ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BAZAAR:The Christmas Bazaar will be held November 10th and 11th and the committee is already working hard to make it a success! Please check this bulletin notice each week to see how you can help. THANK YOU to the people who have stepped forward to join the committee this year and take responsibility for key tasks. We are still looking for someone to oversee decorating for the bazaar and someone for advertising. Also, if your business, family, or group would like to assemble and donate a basket for our theme basket raffle, please contact us. Contact Lisa Kaminski at 410-392-9558 or Jackie Gedz at 410-392-0396.

Support ICC when you shop!Are you in need of some summer vacation supplies? Make sure to visit smile.amazon.com/ch/52-6015220! When you shop at Amazon Smile, Amazon donates a

percentage of your purchase to Immaculate Conception Parish!

Sunday, July 18:20 AM Confessions - SJ1:30 AM Adoration for Vocations

Monday, July 29:00 AM Novena - CH8:00 PM AA Mtg - Caf

Tuesday, July 39:00 AM Holy Hour – CH6:00 PM Liturgy Committee - PC7:00 PM Parish Council - PC

Wednesday, July 4 Parish Office Closed9:00 AM Rosary Crusade/SJ Novena-CH9:30 AM Cantor Rehearsal - IC

Thursday, July 59:00 AM Rosary Crusade - CH6:30 PM Cantor Rehearsal - IC

Friday, July 69:00 AM Rosary Crusade - CH7:00 PM NA – Caf

Saturday, July 79:00 AM Rosary Crusade - CH4:15 PM Confessions - IC7:00 PM NA – Caf

COMMUNITY EVENTS/INFORMATION

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUSBishop Becker Council 2427

443-616-5370 or www.kofc2427.org

Meetings: 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month at 7:00 pm at the Parish Center

COMMUNITY EVENTS/INFORMATIONThe LAOH (The Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians) Help the LAOH feed the hungry!Your $5.00 donation will help support Immaculate Conception Church Outreach and Good Shepherd Church St. Vincent de Paul Society. In return, you get a Boscov’s 25% shopping pass to be used on October 16 for “Friends Helping Friends” Day. Your donation gives you the opportunity to use your 25% discount shopping pass on October 16 at all Boscov’s locations (not valid online). In addition, you are eligible to register to win fabulous prizes; including shopping sprees and more! You can contact a LAOH member or stop by the parish office to pick up your shopping pass.

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION IS AN AFFILIATE PARTNER OF THE FRANKLIN

INSTITUTEAs a parishioner, you get discount pricing for admission and exhibits!! Go to

www.fi.edu/affiliates and enter our organization code: ICCPMGRP. Check out some of the awesome Summer exhibits they are running:Conquering Cancer: New Breakthroughs in Gene Therapy, June 25 As part of our speaker series, Dr. Saar Gill of the University of Pennsylvania is part of a team of researchers who pioneered a revolutionary new treatment for some forms of cancer. Please join us for this inspirational and groundbreaking evening. Science After Hours: 8-Bit, June 26 – Our monthly 21+ event will be themed around video games in June. There will be video game quizzo, a silent disco, live-science shows and much moreSome if their Special Exhibits include:Game Masters: The Exhibition, March 31-September 3: This exhibit is a history of the science and graphic design that goes into creating video games. It’s fun and interactive!

Annual St. Joseph Parish Carnival -MiddletownJoin us for our 20th Anniversary celebration, July 17 thru July 21. Join us for exciting rides, games, and nightly entertainment under the big top! Special children's game area. ONE NIGHT ONLY: July 17, Jungle John's Dino Show, 7-9 p.m. MegaPass-ride all week $45. July 17-18 are Family Nights: $25/night/all rides! Nightlyraffles! Enjoy delicious meals in our air-conditioned Parish Hall beginning at 5:30 pm Tuesday - Thursday. Outdoor dining, rides and games begin at 6:00 pm nightly. FREE admission and parking! For more information, contact the Parish Office at 302-378-5800 or www.stjosephmiddletown.com

Worldwide Marriage Encounter – HOT HOT HOT. Bring some warmth and intimacy to your marriage! The next Marriage Encounter weekend will be

November 2-4, 2018 in Rehobeth Beach, DE. For more information, visit our website www.wwme-delmar.org or to register for the weekend, please call Tony and Linda Massino at 302-220-9833. Don’t Delay!