Sacred Heart Parish “A Tithing Parish” Dover, New Jersey

Daily Scriptures & EucharistsOctober 11-18, 2015TWENTY-EIGHTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIMEWis 7:7-11; Heb 4:12-13; Mk 10:17-30 5:00 pm (Saturday) Lucia, Rosario & Rudy Cardone & Josephine Donati 8:00 am Joseph Pugliese 10:00 am Carmen Pennella 11:30 am For the People 7:00 pm Sadie Canonico

MONDAY (Columbus Day – Parish Offices Closed) Rom 1:1-7; Lk 11:29-32 7:00 pm Joseph & Caterina

DeSanto - AnnivTUESDAY Rom 1:16-25; Lk 11:37-41 8:30 am Elizabeth M. Barrett WEDNESDAY– St. Callistus I,

Pope & Martyr Rom 2:1-11; Lk 11:42-46 8:30 am Special Intention of Natalie

BruningTHURSDAY - St. Teresa of Jesus, Virgin & Doctor of the Church Rom 3:21-30; Lk 11:47-54 8:30 am Special Intention of the

Jack Toohey FamilyFRIDAY – St. Hedwig, Religious;

St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, virginRom 4:1-8; Lk 12:1-7 8:30 am Elizabeth M. Barrett

SATURDAY – St. Ignatius of Antioch,

Bishop & Martyr Rom 4:13, 16-18; Lk 12:8-12 8:30 am Elizabeth BarrettTWENTY-NINTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIMEIs 53: 10-11; Heb 4: 14-16; Mk 10:35-45 5:00 pm (Saturday) Hilda & Lloyd Coughlin 8:00 am Joseph Pugliese 10:00 am Richard Corcoran 11:30 am The Mizzoni Family 7:00 pm For the People

WELCOME………… To all our visitors this weekend.

2015 Bishop’s Annual Appeal“Serving Christ Among Us”

The largest percentage of Appeal funds each year is used to help our Catholic Charities agencies do their essential work. Please make a pledge to the 2015 Appeal today. For your convenience, you can make an online gift at www.2015appeal.org. (See the enclosed flyer this week)

A Car for SisterCan you help? After 11 years of service, the church car that Sr.

Margaret uses for her many visits to the homebound & hospitals is beyond repair (the transmission went). With over 140 thousand miles it was not worth the cost of a new transmission, but the church CANNOT afford anything especially a car. With the help of Nigel (salesman) and Ayers Chevy we have purchased a 2001 Impala with low mileage at a cost of $5,000.00! We can really use any donations toward this purchase. Whatever you can donate will greatly be appreciated to enable to pay our utility bills this month. Thank you. Bereavement Ministry: All Souls Mass

The Bereavement Ministry will host a special Mass for all those who have lost a loved one, and especially those who lost someone this past year, on Saturday, November 7, 2015 at 10:00 am. Please come celebrate the life of that special person. All are welcome. Light refreshments will follow in the Rectory Basement.

The Bereavement Ministry is a ministry of care. It is open to all parishioners. The primary function of the Bereavement Ministry is to help those who are suffering from the loss of a loved one. Members of this Ministry attend the wake and funeral, to be of assistance to the family. They help set up the Altar for our priests and prepare the readings if the family so wishes. Interested? Please attend their next meeting at 9:00 am on October 14th. Call the office for more info at 973-366-0060.A New R.C.I. A. Year

The New R.C.I.A. Year has begun! Candidates have begun preparation to enter into the Catholic Community. The RCIA program is open to all unbaptized inquirers, to members of other Christian denominations, and to baptized Catholics who have not received the sacraments of Eucharist and/or Confirmation. Please come to the 10:00 am Mass followed by discussion in the Rectory All Purpose Room.Holy Hour of Adoration

Our next Holy Hour of Adoration, sponsored by our Youth Ministry , will be held on Friday, November 6th at 6:00 pm. Please join us each month as we adore our Lord.

“God’s Plan for Giving.....Tithing A Way of Life”The Collection totals for Sunday, October 4, 2015

$6,461.06 Last Year’s total at this time

$7,591.00

Memorial Candles for This WeekSanctuary Candle: Anthony Panetta rq. wife, Sue & familySaint Joseph Candle: Special Intention of Josie Puder rq. Lydia & JoeMums on the Altar: In Memory of the Salerno & Toohey Families

Sacred Heart School

For RentCall 973-366-0060

For information.

This Week in Our Parish October

MONDAY – October 12 7:30 pm Catholic Daughters’ Meeting –

Rectory Basement TUESDAY- October 1311:30 am Leisure Club Meeting – Rectory Basement 7:30 pm Baptism Prep. Class - RectoryWEDNESDAY – October 14 9:00 am Bereavement Ministry - Church 6:00 pm Children’s Choir – Church 7:00 pm Adult Choir – Church 7:30 pm Bible Study – Rectory Basement

SATURDAY – October 17 9:00 am CONFESSIONS – Church 9:00 am (RAIN DATE) -Catholic Daughter Clothing

Drive – Parking Lot

SUNDAY – October 18 8:00 am Social Sunday – The Catholic Daughters will

greet you after 8:00, 10:00 & 11:30 am Mass 8:45 am Religious Ed. - School

Parish & Community Bulletin Board:Baptism Preparation

The great sacrament of Baptism makes us a child of God, welcomes us into the Kingdom of Heaven and enables us to avoid evil, among other things.  What a great gift.  In order to partake of this Sacrament a parent must be a parishioner and attend a preparation class.  Class is offered once a month and registration is required to take the class. Please call the office at 973-366-0060 or Alice McKeever at 973-663-0201 or e-mail alicemckeeve@hotmail.com to register.

 "SENIOR HEALTH AND WELLNESS FAIR", at ST FRANCIS RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY, DENVILLE, NJ on October 19, 2015 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Altar Server Training/MeetingJoin us Friday, October 16th at 6:00 pm & Saturday, October 17th at 11:00 am in the Church. We invite altar servers and all those who would like to become one to bring your friends and siblings and come to the Church!

“Serve the LORD with Gladness!”(Ps 100, 2)

For more information please

Weekly Reflections“HIS WORD TODAY” by Rev. William J. Reilly

Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time

October 4, 2015“Indeed the word of God is living and

effective, sharper than any two edged sword, penetrating even between soul and spirit, joints and marrow, and able to discern reflections and thoughts of the heart… ‘You are lacking in one thing. Go sell what you have, and give to the poor and you will have treasure in heaven, then come, follow me.’”

We call these reflections ‘His Word Today’ asking that what we read and hear, might have an effect upon us here and now.  Surely, the teaching of Hebrew about the word and the question posed by the young man are familiar.

The former might lead me to ask if the word is truly alive, does it make a difference, does it really touch my heart, does that word lead me to a real encounter with Jesus?

The encounter of the one who met Jesus, could be the question I raise. I know the word and I try to put it into practice. I ask myself, what’s the one thing I am lacking?  Surely there is something I can or must do. I don’t need to wait for Jesus to tell me, I am aware of it because His word has touched my heart. Surely there is something I can give away to someone – money, kindness and concern, needed encouragement, and then, perhaps for the first time I can really say I am following Him.

May the word of God be truly alive and effective. Birth Parents Must Take Action to Preserve Their Privacy

For well over a century, the Catholic Church in New Jersey has provided adoption services. Throughout all those years, the Church promised to honor the privacy of birth parents and adoptees. That promise of privacy also was assured by law and affirmed by the State Superior Court. Those promises can no longer be kept. On May 27, 2014, a new law took effect that will allow adoptees and certain relatives to request and obtain the names of their biological parents beginning January 1, 2017.

Any birth parents who wish to preserve their privacy must submit a Redaction Request Form to the New Jersey Department of Health no later than December 31, 2016. By filing this form, birth parents will be able to keep their names off any documents provided by the State to adoptees or anyone else. The State made the Redaction Request Form public on August 3, 2015. The form can be downloaded at http://nj.gov/health/forms/reg-36c.pdf

If you know a person who placed a child in

CHRISTMAS DECORATIONSIt has been the custom here at Sacred Heart Parish to memorialize loved ones at Christmas time through a

donation toward the flowers and greenery that decorate our Church during this holy season. A list of all intentions will be available at Christmas. We ask that your intention be printed below.

IN MEMORY OF/SPECIAL INTENTION OF:

DONATED BY:

contact Deacon Kris:liwarskikrzysztof@gmail.com or 973-366-0060

TWENTY EIGHTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

First Reading: Wisdom 7:7-11 This poem discusses how the spirit of wisdom is far more beautiful than any riches could be. All gold is no more than sand when compared to the importance of wisdom, which often leads people to the other good things in life.Second Reading: Hebrews 4:12-13God’s perception of people is called “sharper than any two-edged sword.” God is able to know the thoughts and feelings of all his people. We can hide nothing from him, and will need to account for all he has seen in us.Gospel: Mark 10:17-30A man asks Jesus how he can share in everlasting life. Jesus tells him to sell his possessions and travel with them. The man refuses and Jesus tells his disciples how difficult it is for a rich person to enter heaven if they are too concerned with their possessions. The disciples remind Jesus that they gave up everything for him, but he assures them they will be rewarded with everlasting life

Helping Hands MinistryHelping Hands are available to help! Please

give Gale Colucci a call at 973-476-3906. All calls are confidential.

Second Sunday of each month is Food Pantry Sunday. Please bring your non-perishable items to Mass

that weekend and place on the altar steps.

At Saint Paul’s Inside the Walls:

Finding Time for Family Builds the Future How does your family spend time together?

Constantly on the run? Pope Francis says, “In the family we learn how to love, to forgive, to be generous and open…” Come share dinner and a discussion about ways parents can keep the family close. For parents and children. $10 per person ages 6 and up (under 6 – free). Please visit www.insidethewalls.org for more information and to register.Madison, Wednesday, October 14 from 6-7:30pm.Divorce and the Church

As the Synod of the Family discusses marriage, family life and faith in Rome, join us locally for an open discussion on marriage, divorce, and the Catholic Church. Presented by Fr. Marc Mancini, J.C.L. of the Diocesan Tribunal.

adoption, please tell them that if they do not file a Redaction Request Form, their name and other information could be given to the adoptee. Anyone needing assistance can call a HELPLINE AT 609-989-4809.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION HAS BEGUN, BUT WE STILL NEED HELP:

Volunteers NeededIT IS TIME! If you would like to

become a Catechists/Sub-Teacheror Aide for the 2015-2016 Religious Education program please contact DEACON KRIS LIWARSKI (our Director of Religious Education) to discuss times and grades available. 973-366-0060. Welcome All Senior Citizens:

ALL SENIORS 55 and over COME JOIN THE SACRED HEART LEISURE CLUB.

We invite all senior citizens to be part of this enjoyable group of people to socialize and engage in a very vital part of our church.

We have various informative speakers, we enjoy a Christmas and Spring Luncheon along with other entertaining events throughout the year.

Our meetings are held the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 11:30 am with coffee/cake in the Sacred Heart Rectory Meeting Room.

Hoping to see you all our next meeting(10/13/15)! Yearly dues are $15.00(used for donations to our church at Christmas & Easter). Interested? Please call Rita Nadilo, Entertainment Director at 973-361-0598.SILVER AND GOLDWEDDING ANNIVERSARY MASS  Couples, were you married in 1965 or 1990? You are warmly invited to celebrate your 25th or 50th Wedding Anniversary with the Church of Paterson. Bishop Serratelli will be the main celebrant at Mass at St. Mary Church, Denville on

Sunday, November 8, 2015 at 4:00pm.  Arrangements can be made by contacting the parish office. Registrations will be accepted through Monday, October 26, 2015. Information will be sent from the Office of Family Life once your registration has been processed. Congratulations on this joyous occasion.

A Note from Our Bishop:My dear friends in Christ,  

Please save the date - I will be celebrating a Respect Life Mass (was previously called Mass for the Unborn).  The Mass will be on Saturday, November 7, 2015 at Saint Ann Parish in Parsippany at 10:00 am.  This Mass is sponsored by the Paterson Federation Knights of Columbus Councils. Following the Mass, there will be light refreshments. 

Madison, Wednesday, October 21 from 7:30-9:00pm.

SENIOR SISTERS’ CHRISTMAS BAZAARPlease join us on Sunday, November 1st from

12:00 noon to 5:00 pm for our Christmas Bazaar. Held by the Filippini Sister of Villa Walsh in the Mother Ninetta Auditorium in Morristown, there will be Crafts, baked goods(breads, rolls, pies & pastry), knitted & crocheted items. Gift baskets will be available and our fabulous 50/50!

Hope to see you there!

The Mass is a wonderful way for our faithful to come together in prayer and in mutual support for protecting all of our children - born and unborn.

I hope to see everyone there.  God bless.

How Can We Serve You?Cómo Podemos Servirles?Name/Nombre

Address/Direccion

Telephone/Teléfono:

Check/Marque:

New RegistrationNueva Registración

Address ChangeCambio de Dirección

I want to receive collection envelopesYo quiero recibir los sobres para la donación

I am registered with the parish but do not receive envelopesEstoy registrado en la Parroquia, pero no he recibido mis sobres.

Other/Otro

- Please cut out this form and place it in the collection or Rectory mail slot.- Favor de cortar este formulario y ponerlo en la colecta o el buzón de la Rectoria.

For all those who have recently died: Diana KaschakFor those who are ill:Dominick Bella; Natalie Bruning; Maureen Coleman; John Dodge; Robert & Margaret Esposito; Peggy Frazer; Marie Hoffman; Jerry & Roseanne Jones; Kelly; Madeline Nicole Laba; Rusty McKenna; Kelly; Joan Mills; Solange Menna; Lou Mizzoni; Lucia Pintos; Sondra Poolas; Antoinette Porzilli; Betty Ruiz; Catherine Ruiz; Samantha Saltarelli; Travis Savoy; Dr. Anthony Scillia; Denise Sloan; Margarita Suarez;Corey Tracy; Bill Wiggins; Jordan Yaros; Kathy Yermal; Santiago Zapata; Deacon Dick Zeich & wife, Gerry.