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Saint James the apostle church
45 SOUTH SPRINGFIELD AVENUE, SPRINGFIELD, NEW JERSEY 07081-2301 OFFICE: 973-376-3044 FACSIMILE: 973-376-0560
Saint James is served by:
Rev. Joseph F. Barbone, M.A., Pastor
Rev. Jeong Gyeong Kim, Parochial Vicar
Rev. John D. Dennehy, Weekend Associate
Mr. Jerome Bongiovanni, Permanent Deacon
Mr. Daniel O’Neill, Permanent Deacon
www.saintjamestheapostle.org
Sunday Masses
Anticipated Mass ~ Saturday 5:00PM
7:30AM ~ 9:00AM ~ 10:30AM ~ 12:00PM
Daily Mass Weekday: Novena 7:10AM ~ Mass 7:30AM
Saturday: Novena 7:40AM ~ Mass 8:00AM
Evening Novena: Mondays at 6:30PM
Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday at 11:00AM
Rectory Hours Monday-Friday: 8:00am~4:00pm
(closed daily 12:00-1:00PM)
January 6, 2019
A Welcoming Catholic Community of Faith. Come Experience Christ With Us!
THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD
Images courtesy of Nancy Caputo
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FROM THE PASTOR "O GOD, WHO BY THE LEADING OF A STAR DIDST MANIFEST THY ONLY-BEGOTTEN SON TO THE
PEOPLES OF THE EARTH: LEAD US, WHO KNOW THEE NOW BY FAITH, TO THY PRESENCE, WHERE WE MAY BEHOLD THY GLORY FACE TO FACE."
A Christmas sourcebook, P. 109
Today, we celebrate the FEAST OF THE EPIPHANY! Epiphany means "manifestation." This is the time Jesus is manifested or revealed to the whole world. The Magi represent the peoples of the world who revere and acknowledge that Jesus, the Son of God, has been born and shown to the entire world.
While we believe that Jesus is the Son of God, the Messiah, who was born in time to reveal God's love, how do we show him to the world, or to the people we meet each day? Do we simply talk about him, which doesn't impress a lot of people?
Or is there a different and better way to show him to the world?
How about the way we live our lives, the way we speak and act with one another? Is our behavior consistent with what we believe or does it contradict what we say? To put it differently, do people we meet know that we are followers of Jesus by what we do rather than by what we say? Our example of discipleship says an awful lot of what we believe, because our actions should reveal our belief system. If we are consistent in what we believe and how we live, then we offer the world a different experience of God in our midst. It means we have taken seriously the message of Emmanuel and made it the founda-tion of our lives. As the sign of Christ on earth, we offer one another a unique and different experience of Emmanuel that reaffirms everything we are and do in the name of Jesus.
We become a reminder of hope to a world that is in desperate need of hope. As the sign of Christ on earth, the church, meaning all of us, has to show that our belief is more than just words but a call to a lifestyle that reflects the presence of Christ in each and everyone of us. This helps to make the Christ-mas Season truly one of peace, joy and a celebration of Emmanuel, who became one of us so that we might live in friendship with him and each other.
Now that the giving and receiving of gifts has passed, are we more aware that the gift given to us is the One who has given us life, sustains us with his Word and Sacrament and calls us to be that sign for each other that confirms our faith in him?
As we continue through the Christmas Season, may it truly be one that manifests the presence of Emmanuel in each of our lives as well as in the life of our parish!
HAPPY EPIPHANY!!!
~ FR. JOE
STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURES
December 23, 2018 $8,000.00 Total
$6,785.00 Collection $1,215.00 Online
December 25, 2018 $37,857.00 Total
$36,312.00 Collection $1,545.00 Online
T o s i g n u p f o r O n l i n e G i v i n g g o t o : w w w . s a i n t j a m e s t h e a p o s t l e . o r g
W e Also Accept Online Credit Card Donations
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CHRISTMAS MEMORIALS THE CRECHE IN THE SANCTUARY
IS DISPLAYED IN LOVING MEMORY OF Raffaele & Sabino Battaglia
r/b The Battaglia Family
THE WREATH IN THE SANCTUARY IS DISPLAYED IN LOVING MEMORY OF
The Fischer, Ragosa & Dondero Families r/b Francine R. Fischer
THE POINSETTIAS ADORNING THE ALTAR ARE DISPLAYED IN LOVING MEMORY OF
Lisa Agrillo Margaret & Augie Ciasullo
Charles & Rose Agrillo r/b Antoinette Agrillo
Anthony LePore
r/b Wife & Children
Joe Villalon
r/b Wisnefski Family
THE WREATH PLACED AT THE SHRINE OF OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE IS DISPLAYED IN
LOVING MEMORY OF Marie Dolly Giordano
r/b Granddaughters, Danielle & Nicole DePrimio
THE WREATH PLACED AT THE SHRINE OF ST. JAMES IS DISPLAYED IN LOVING MEMORY OF
Marie & Ettore Vecchione r/b Daughter, Jill
YELLOW ROSES AT THE SHRINE OF OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE ARE DISPLAYED IN LOVING
MEMORY OF Tony Graziano r/b The Family
THE FLOWERS AT THE BAPTISMAL FONT ARE DISPLAYED IN LOVING MEMORY OF
Gene & Louie Del Mauro r/b Their Loving Mother
THE FLOWERS PLACED AT THE SHRINE OF ST. JAMES ARE DISPLAYED IN LOVING MEMORY OF
The Battaglia & Zara Families r/b The Battaglia Family
THE CHRISTMAS TREES IN THE SANCTUARY ARE DISPLAYED IN LOVING MEMORY OF
Michael Pierson Bongiovanni, Jr. r/b Deacon Jerry & Janice Bongiovanni
Tony Graziano r/b The Family
Jack & Irene Mahoney r/b The Family
Guido Ricci r/b Nina Ricci & Family
Bollmeyer & Genco Families r/b Nancy Caputo
Angelina Crucitti
c/b The Bentivegna & Lefkowitz Families
THE CHRISTMAS TREE IN THE GATHERING AREA IS DISPLAYED IN LOVING MEMORY OF
The Swajkowski & Felegi Families r/b Cynthia & Matthew Swajkowski
THE WREATHS ON THE OUTDOOR COLUMNS ARE DISPLAYED IN LOVING MEMORY OF
Joseph & Mary Barbone r/b The Family
Victor & Joann Kostin r/b Grandchildren
Kathryn Janowski r/b The Janowski Family
Viola Morano r/b MaryLou
Anna & Anton Roessner r/b Nettie & Bob Roessner
THE CHRISTMAS TREES BY THE OUTSIDE SHRINE OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY ARE
DISPLAYED IN LOVING MEMORY OF Irene Kareivis & Catherine McCluskey
r/b Kathy & Joe Kareivis
THE WREATH OVER THE DOORS IN THE GATHERING AREA IS DISPLAYED IN LOVING
MEMORY OF Susan Lang
r/b Marilyn Stiglitz
THE WREATH OVER THE DOORS INSIDE THE CHURCH IS DISPLAYED IN LOVING MEMORY OF
Louis Stiglitz r/b Marilyn Stiglitz
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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS Mrs. Nancy Caputo, Director
This week Sunday and Tuesday Classes resume for grades K—7 Sunday, January 6th and Tuesday, January 8th
Upcoming Dates in January, 2019: Saturday, January 12 from 10:00-12:00 ~ Reconciliation Retreat for parent(s) and child preparing to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Sunday, January 13 ~ Home Study Retreat beginning at the 10:30 Mass: Feast of the Baptism of the Lord!
YOUTH GROUP NEWS Ms. Ann Marie Gesualdo, Coordinator
Join us tonight!
Sunday, January 6th for our Winter Wonderland Party!
7:00—9:00PM in the School Gym
No Meeting Sunday, January 13th
January 20 - Movie Night!! Wear your favorite PJs or comfy sweats and settle in to watch “Frozen”.
Icy treats and hot chocolate will be served!!
CONFIRMATION CORNER Ms. Ann Marie Gesualdo, Coordinator
8th GRADE CLASS NEWS Ms. Ann Marie Gesualdo, Coordinator
Parent/Child Confirmation 2019
Information meeting Tuesday, January 8th at 7:00pm in the church
(snow date: Tuesday, January 15th)
Parent and child must attend
Classes Resume: Tuesday, February 5, 2019
Hatcher Hall
7:00 ~ 8:30pm
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PARISH SCHOOL NEWS Mrs. Caroline Ponterio, Principal
Out of the mouths of our parents when asked to state their reason(s) for choosing Saint James the
Apostle School when registering last year. Here are some responses from some of our families in PreK
up to Grade 3:
“We want a safe environment where our child can learn good values.” PK-3 parent
“We found that Saint James had the right blend of community and educational focus for our family.” PK-4 parent
“… it is an environment that best supports our daughter’s curiosity and passion for learning.” Kindergarten parent
“…the faith-based family school atmosphere incorporated with the educational opportunities. Everyone is extremely kind.” Kindergarten parent
“We are looking for a faith-based education to enable her to navigate through our current anti-God culture.”
“Great school. Great teachers. Great everything. All three children go to Saint James and will continue.”
“Saint James is a good fit for our son. Saint James mimics the great morals and teachings that we instill in our son at home. We are excited for him to have a learning environment that is kind, faith-based and encourages students to excel academically and socially and become amazing scholars and helpful, responsible citizens.” Kindergarten parent
“The school and church communities are warm, safe, and nourishing environments.” Kindergar-ten parent
“Saint James offers a unique educational style that is complementary to my child’s learning style.” Grade 1 parent
“We love this school. Our children are happy. We love the small class sizes and everyone knows each other personally. It is a ‘family’”. Grade 3 parent
“Great school. Great teachers. A lovely school family.” Grade 3 parent
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This weekend, January 5th and 6th will be our fourth and final Ministry Fair. If you need more time to discern which ministry is right for you, Ministry booklets are available to take home.
This weekend is also Coffee with the Council, please stop by and share your thoughts, questions and concerns about our parish with us.
PASTORAL COUNCIL NEWS
Saint James the Apostle School HSA
is hosting the Scholastic Book Fair on
Sunday, January 27, 2019 10:00 am - 3:00 pm in Hatcher Hall
Please come take a look at the wide selection of books and novelty items available and take some
home!!
All Are Welcome!!
The Helping the Hungry Ministry will be collecting non-perishable items to support the Morristown Community Soup Kitchen and Summit Helping Its People (SHIP) and other community food pantries. Collection bins will be in the Gathering Area. Some of the non-perishable items requested by these organizations include:
Cans of hearty soup/chili/stew Low sugar cereal Individual packets of nuts and trail mix Canned tuna or chicken Granola and cereal bars
Thank you for your continued generous support! For more information or questions please contact either: Claire Bernstein: [email protected] or Joanne Roethlin at: [email protected]
Collections of your homemade, individually wrapped (and labeled) sandwiches (plain, no condiments) and frozen meat loaves will take place in the Gathering Area of the Church before the 5:00PM Mass on Saturday and Sunday from 9:00AM to the beginning of the 12:00PM NOON Mass. Coolers are in the Gathering Area for your convenience. Please contact Nancy Caputo with any specific questions or if you are able to help with the collection or delivery.
973-376-2061 or [email protected]
Thank you for your continued generosity!
This month’s collection will be donated to the families from Family Promise of Union County.
FEEDING THE HUNGRY
COLLECTION JANUARY 12 /13, 2019
THE COLD OF JANUARY AND THE POOR
The cold winds of January and the harsh weather are strong reminders that our voyage in life is never smooth and comfortable at all times. Most people are prepared to meet adverse conditions in the environment as well as in life’s journey. There are many who do not have the resources to meet the daily demands of daily living. Catholic Charities is the lifesaver for many such people. Your help is needed for our donation bin. Thank you.
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COMMUNITY NEWS Keeping in Touch With One Another
“IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF ST. PAUL” Join Father John D. Gabriel from St. Paul R.C. Church on a Lenten pilgrimage to Greece and Turkey
from March 26 until April 6, 2019.
Our pilgrimage will take us to sites associated with the Apostle Paul, including: Thessaloniki, Philippi, Athens, and will include a five day cruise of the Greek Isles to include Patmos (the island where St John wrote the book of Revelation), Santorini, Mykonos, and Ephesus, Turkey (to visit the site of the Christian community known by St. Paul as well as the traditional House of the Blessed Virgin Mary where Our Lady lived with St. John after the Resurrection). Pilgrimage will include most meals, Mass every day, and much more. Please contact St. Paul Parish Office 201-327-0976 or Fr. John Gabriel at: [email protected] for more information and brochure.
Marriage, Divorce & Church Annulment: What Does the Church Really Teach?
Thursday, January 10, 2019 ~ 7:00—9:00PM
All are welcome to this presentation followed by a Q & A Session. Maybe you have asked the questions, What is Marriage? Is annulment just a “catholic divorce”? Can divorced people receive the Eucharist? Or maybe you would just like information and support.
Presented by Lauren Egan, BA,CADC Assoc. Dir. of Family Life Trained Pastoral Advocate
RSVP: https://conta.cc/2RWHBUM
Workshop on Divorce & Family Law
Thursday, January 17, 2019~ 7:00—9:00PM Allan Scazafabo, Jr., a Catholic Matrimonial Law Attorney & Alyssa A. DeFuria, Family Law Attorney will present on the “nuts & bolts” of the divorce process. Resources will be given, including articles and handouts related to divorce & family law. The talk will end with an open Q & A Session.
RSVP: https://conta.cc/2RVmD8G
Location for both talks:
Our Lady of Blessed Sacrament ~ Founder’s Hall 28 Livingston Avenue, Roseland, NJ 07068
290 Broad St. Summit All programs are FREE
Registration is required 908-598-5509
Monday, January 7, (meets every other Monday) Caregiver Support Group for Spouses: led by Licensed Clinical Social Worker and InfoCare Manager Kathy Larkin. The group will cover topics such as coping with caregiver emotions and managing stress, navigating care options, and defining our roles as caregivers.
MOUNT ST. MARY HOUSE OF PRAYER
1651 U.S. Highway 22, Watchung, NJ 07069 (908) 753-2091 [email protected]
MID-WINTER MUSINGS Wed., Jan. 23, 9:30-11:30 a.m. OR 7-9 p.m.
($20-$30 as you are able)
Warm your soul with reflections on hope in winter, with an opportunity to journal and share your own musings.
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DEVOTIONS AND MEMORIALS ~ Spiritual Offerings
To have a loved one remembered, please call the Rectory Office
Sanctuary Lamp ~ Bread & Wine ~ Flowers By the Tabernacle
Sanctuary Lamp
Gina Lombardi ~ Rita, Angela & Pasquale
Bread And Wine
Deceased Members of the Battaglia & Zara Families
~ Battaglia Family
THE PRAYER CORNER
“To everything there is a season and a time for every purpose…”
A TIME TO HEAL
Glenn Albright, Anthony B., Paul Barbato,
Nathaniel Barbone, Concetta Bellott, Joe Brisick,
Maria Casalinuova, Rev. Matt Chadwick,
Helen Chelis, Lena Chromowski, Phyllis Colosimo,
Joe Cuthbert, Jr., Mary Cuthbert, James Curry,
Gerry Dehoynes, Marie Del Mauro, Donna & John,
Berta Franco, Martin Gignac, Monica Gomes,
Ana Harper, Steven Hensle, Joann Jennings,
Jake Kesler, Maryann Leach, Dina Ledogar,
Christina Leone, Stan Lesniewski, Angelina Lipski,
Richie Lipski, Marian Lordi, Richard Lorenzo,
Barbara Ludolph, Angie Mazzarisi,
John Montana, Julie Mornhinweg,
Michael Nargi, Rafaelina Oliviero, Elizabeth Piedl,
Richard Quagliato, Cecilia Quintero, Karen Rose,
Ginny Sampson, Raymond Schwartz, Jack Silbert,
Amanda Tuten, Anne Wallis,
Frank Wendolowski, Jr.
Neil Carroll, Mildred Pico, Bill Zotti
A TIME TO DIE
A TIME OF WAR & PEACE
Tim Arentz, Brian Braine, Sean Curran, Capt. Sean P. Eadie, Stacy Enyeart,
David Fenton, Shane Fenton, Luis Fonseca, 2LT Andrew Kerwin, Stephen Patricco, Aric Patten, Phillip Patten, Aaron Pluto, 1Lt. Stacia Rogacki, 1Lt. Steven Rogacki
A TIME TO BE BAPTIZED
O Jesus, Through the Immaculate Heart of Mary,
I offer you my prayers, works, joys and sufferings of this day in union with the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass throughout the world.
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SUNDAY5:00 pm (Saturday)
Amelia Montana ~ Family
7:30am For the People of Saint James
9:00am Dorothy Ruhrort ~ Camela Fusco 10:30am
Sally Carbone ~ Anne Marie Genninger & Al Jacobus
12:00pm
Tony Graziano ~ FamilyMONDAY, January 77:30am
Gussie Lomonico ~ Jim Tretola
TUESDAY, January 8 7:30am
Leonora Ebert ~ Michael & Theresa Quick 9:00am (School Mass—all are welcome) Ralph Teti ~ Frank & Tina Scallera
WEDNESDAY, January 9 7:30am
Rhonda Santos ~ Gene & Nieves Salle
THURSDAY, January 10 7:30am Dominic Boro ~ Jill Bomba FRIDAY, January 11 7:30am Joseph DeFino ~ Ray & Annette Alberti SATURDAY, January 12 8:00am James & Nora Gaffney
~ Muriel & James Geoghan SUNDAY5:00 pm (Saturday) Gertrude Campbell
~ Patricia LoMacchio & John Carney7:30am Gonzalo Tumulac ~ Gaston Family 9:00am Romuldo & Carmela Circelli
~Carmela Fusco 10:30am Lorenzo & Anna Senatore
~ Rita, Angela & Pasquale 12:00pm Angela & Daniel Raimundo
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MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them.
INTENTIONS FOR THE SICK
At the General Intercessions we pray for the sick. Our prayers for the sick are very important, especially in critical times of sudden illness, surgery or worsening condition. We will continue to pray for and mention the names of the sick person for three weeks. After three weeks, the name will continue to be listed in the bulletin, until we receive notice otherwise. If the condition worsens, please call the Rectory so that the name can be mentioned during Mass again.
Monday, January 7, 2019
Please join us for the Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament with Miraculous Medal Novena, Rosary and
Benediction on Monday evenings (as scheduled) at 6:30pm in our Church.
PASTOR Father Joseph F. Barbone, M.A.
[email protected], [email protected]
PAROCHIAL VICAR Father Jeong Gyeong Kim (Father Silvano Kim)
WEEKEND ASSOCIATE Father John D. Dennehy
PERMANENT DEACONS Deacon Jerry Bongiovanni
[email protected] Deacon Dan O’Neill [email protected]
PARISH ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Mrs. Michelle Sblendorio
DIRECTOR OF MUSIC MINISTRY Mr. Matthew Wilson
SCHOOL OFFICE 41 South Springfield Avenue Springfield, NJ 07081
Main Office 973-376-5194 :: Facsimile 973-376-5228
PRINCIPAL Mrs. Caroline Ponterio, M.B.A., Ed.S.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Mrs. Marilyn DePrimio
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE Main Office 973-376-2061 :: Facsimile 973-376-4079
DIRECTOR OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Mrs. Nancy Caputo, M.Ed., Spec. Ed-ASD Cert.
8TH GRADE / CONFIRMATION / YOUTH GROUP COORDINATOR
Ms. Ann Marie Gesualdo [email protected]
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Mrs. Colleen Tyra
PARISH TRUSTEES Mrs. Janet Petino & Mr. John Pflug
PARISH COUNCIL [email protected]
PARISH STAFF INFORMATION
Fr. Joseph F. Barbone
SACRAMENT INFORMATION
Fr. Jeong Gyeong Kim
BAPTISM Communal Baptisms are held on various Sundays during the year at 1:30pm in the Church. Please see the dates listed below.
RECONCILIATION Individual Confessions are heard every Saturday at 11:00am in the Church, or anytime by appointment.
EUCHARIST Communion can be brought to the sick and homebound either at home or in a facility.
CONFIRMATION Adults who have celebrated the Sacrament of Baptism and would like to celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation are encouraged to call the Parish Office and speak to one of the priests.
MARRIAGE Couples planning to marry are asked to call the Parish Office at least one year prior to their desired date so that arrangements can be made.
VOCATIONS Is God calling you to the priesthood or Religious Life? Speak to one of our priests or call the Vocations Office 973-497-4365. Please continue to pray for an increase in vocations.
SACRAMENT OF THE SICK This Sacrament can be administered anytime. We make visits to area hospitals and nursing homes.
THE RCIA PROCESS The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is a process where individuals who seek to receive the Sacraments of Initiation or who have never been baptized enter into full communion with the faith.
BAPTISM INFORMATION The catechesis class begins by attending the 12:00pm Mass with instruction about the rite and its meaning following Mass. Godparents are encouraged to attend. Baptism Ceremonies are held at 1:30pm and we ask that everyone arrive by 1:15pm. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a Baptism or catechesis please call the Parish Office at 973-376-3044.
Catechesis Sacrament of Baptism Jan. 6, Mar. 3 Jan. 13, Feb. 10, Mar. 3
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Parish Mission Statement
Under the Guidance of the Holy Spirit as a
Welcoming and Diverse Community,
We, the Parish of Saint James the Apostle
Invite All to Worship as We Celebrate the Eucharist,
Proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ and Serve the
Needs of One Another,
as We Help Build the Kingdom of God on Earth.