Roman Catholic Church Saint Joseph

A VERY SPECIAL

CONCERT FOR SAINT JOSEPH

CHURCH

SEPTEMBER 30

—See page 2.

PASTOR: Msgr. David C. Hubba

PAROCHIAL VICARS:

Rev. Roy Regaspi Rev. Anthony Di Stefano

DEACON: GeorgeMontalvo

PASTOR EMERITUS:

Rev. George M. Reilly

MASS SCHEDULE

Saturday 5:00 pm Sunday 7:30am, 9 am,

10:30 am, 12 noon

DAILY Weekdays 7:00 am

& 8:30 am Saturday 8:30 am

HOLY DAYS as announced

Miraculous Medal Novena

Monday, 7:00 pm in Mary’s Chapel

Eucharistic Adoration First Wed. of Month

9 am—5 pm in Mary’s Chapel

SACRAMENTS

Confession: Saturday, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Baptism Contact the Parish Office

Marriage Arrangements should be made

with a priest at least one year in advance.

Homebound/Hospital Call Parish Office

Christian Initiation of Adults—RCIA Contact Parish Office

PARISH REGISTRATION Contact Parish Office

Office Location Phone Email/Fax Website

Parish Office 105 Harrison St., New Milford 201-261-0148 office@sjcnj.org Fax #: 201-261-0369

sjcnj.org

Religious Education 105 Harrison St., New Milford 201-261-1144 religioused@sjcnj.org sjcnjre.org

Saint Joseph School

the greenhouse PreK

305 Elm St., Oradell 201-261-2388 office@sjsusa.org sjsusa.org

August 19, 2018 Oradell/New Milford, NJ

Summer Hours: (Parish Office) Mon-Thurs: 9 am - 5 pm, Fri-9 am –2 pm; (Rel. Ed.) Tues.-Thurs: 10 am-4 pm (Also by appointment.)

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LIFT YOUR VOICE IN SONG

—JOIN OUR CHOIR

The Saint Joseph Choir is currently accepting new members. If you love to sing and are looking for a way to give praise to God along with your fellow parishioners, the Saint Joseph Choir would like to hear from you. The first rehearsal of the new season is Thursday, September 6 in the Upper Church from 7:30-9:00 pm. All voice types are welcome but the choir especially needs Altos! If you are interested in joining or have any questions, feel free to stop by after any Mass to speak to our Director of Music Monroe Quinn or contact him at quinnm@sjcnj.org

Saint Joseph parishioner and choir member Nathalie Grace Eguia (shown above) is married to Charles Beltran at Saint Lucy’s Church in Newark

on August 10, 2018. The Saint Joseph Choir, under the direction of Monroe Quinn. sang at the wedding.

Nicole Biagotti &

Matthew Shapiro

SACRAMENT OF

MARRIAGE

August 10, 2018

Saint Joseph Church

ORDER YOUR TICKETS at sjcnj.org

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TWENTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME ~ AUGUST 19, 2018

FROM THE DESK OF DEACON GEORGE MONTALVO

DIRECTOR OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

Today’s education is centered on the student not as a passive recipient but as

an active one. It also emphasizes the importance of a parent’s role in helping children to develop other social skills that are only learned at home. Every book I have read in Religious Education is built on the premise of the Baptismal promise parents took upon the day of their child’s baptism; parents promised to help them grow in the faith of the Catholic Church. When I have celebrated baptisms in my ministry as Deacon, I always remind parents of the importance of three things. Teach the faith to your children, not only by words but especially by actions. It is never too early to begin talking to your children about God. The true value of faith in the life of a person is first learned at an early age and in the mist of family. Talking about God, our Mother Mary, praying before meals, and the Rosary are some examples of teaching the faith. Even more important is when families attend Mass together, and children begin to learn the beauty of this great celebration. There is no greater gift that the one that we received at Baptism. The Sacrament of Baptism, makes us part of the Church but overall, at that moment, we become adoptive sons and daughters of God. Therefore, after baptism, these children who were just baptized are now not only their own children, but also sons and daughters of God, and they deserve to be brought up as such. The goal for Christian parents is to teach their children the way back home: Heaven. I encourage them to get actively involved in the life of their parish. Witness to the Love of God. A couple’s love as husband and wife is the closest thing to the Love of God—Love that is full of forgiveness, faithfulness, patience, communication, etc.; a relationship that is built day by day knowing that God is among them to help in their good as well as in the bad times. The third way to fulfill your baptismal promise is to enroll your children in the Parish Religious Education Program, where they will learn the basics of our Catholic faith and some of our traditions. However, it is only an illusion that simply by attending religious education classes once a week our children’s faith will increase or it will be sufficient. Without parent participation and encouragement, it becomes just knowledge. Faith needs to be practiced as a family enabling children to accept it as their own in the future. Remember, if faith for you is important, it will be important for your children. Practice makes perfect.

Have a great rest of the summer! Deacon George

HAVE YOU REGISTERED YOUR CHILD

FOR RELIGIOUS EDUCATION?

Registration for the Religious Education Program is open to all registered parishioners of St. Joseph Parish. Religious Education is a continuing process of learning about and growing in the Catholic faith and working toward preparation for the Sacraments. Registration Requirements: 1. Must be a registered parishioner of Saint Joseph 2. Complete the Program Registration Form and commitment form 3. Include fee and all Sacrament certificates 4. Be willing to volunteer in the parish program.

REL. ED. PARENT MEETING—SEPTEMBER 9 Parents/guardians of students in Kindergarten—Gr. 3 will meet in Saint Joseph’s lower school Cafeteria (305 Elm Street, Oradell) on Sunday, September 9 at 10:00 am to pick up books and other important materials.; parents/guardians of students in Grade 4-6 will meet at 11:00 am.

CLASSES TO BEGIN—SEPTEMBER 16-18-19 Students in Kindergarten—Grade 6 who are enrolled in Religious Education classes on SUNDAY will start on September 16 at 10:10 am. Students in our TUESDAY program will begin September 18 at 3:45 pm. Grade 7-8 students will start on WEDNESDAY, September 19 at 4:45 pm or 6:30 pm.

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RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS (RCIA)

RCIA is an opportunity to learn more about Catholicism and to become fully initiated into the Catholic Church. Sessions begin in September on selected Wednesday evenings and continue through Easter. Anyone who would like to inquire about becoming a fully initiated Catholic through the sacraments, or any Catholic adult who would like to be confirmed, is welcome to attend. For further information about RCIA, anyone interested may contact Fr. Anthony at fatheranthony@sjcnj.org or call 201-261-0148 ext. 13.

BIBLE STUDY 2018 SIGN-UP

THIS WEEKEND Saint Joseph Parish has enjoyed participating in

the Great Adventure Bible Series, the nationally known DVD-based program since 2008. Our newest study is called Fulfilled: Uncovering the Biblical Foundations of Catholicism (7 wks). Other offerings include Follow Me: Meeting Jesus in the Gospel of John (8 wks)and Walking toward Eternity : Daring to Walk the Walk (8 wks). All studies meet weekly for 90 minutes in the Parish Life Center (268 Grove Street, Oradell—behind lower school). Daytime and Evening meeting times are available. SIGN-UP for all bible studies will take place this weekend, August 18-19, in the Harrison Street lobby of the Church. Registration fees range from $20-$25 depending on the course. Studies will begin by the end of September with exact starting dates varying. All participants will receive a study guide at the first session. To find out more about this parish-based Bible Study Program, please visit ascensionpress.com or contact Pat Fakharzadeh at 201-599-2123 or email her at bible@sjcnj.org ON-LINE REGISTRATION is also available by going to sjcnj.org, clicking on “Parish Activities” and then “Bible Study.” You can fill in the online form. (Be sure to scroll down and click “Submit” when you are finished filling out the form.) You can drop off or mail your check to the parish office/rectory at 105 Harrison St., New Milford, NJ 07646.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR NEW ALTAR SERVERS!

Altar Servers perform a very important and much needed role of assisting in liturgical services so that the presider can focus on leading all present through word, prayer and the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. Any child wishing to become an altar server must have already received First Holy Communion and be at least in the 4th grade. (This is a new eligible age for junior altar servers at Saint Joseph.) More information on training for altar servers will be announced soon and details will be provided on our parish website. If your child is interested in learning more about becoming an altar server, or if you have any questions about the ministry yourself, please contact Fr. Anthony at fatheranthony@sjcnj.org or call 201-261-0148 ext. 13.

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP

SEPTEMBER 7—OCTOBER 19 When grieving the loss of a loved one, individuals may feel overwhelmed and lonely. Adapting to life after the

death of a loved one often takes more time than we expect. Saint Joseph Parish offers a Bereavement Support Group led by Sister Josefina Morales and team for our brothers and sisters who have lost a loved one through death. (Anyone interested, including parishioners from other churches, are welcome.) The purpose of the group is to provide opportunities for mutual healing in a confidential, educational and spiritual environment. The group will meet for 7 weeks on Fridays (7:00-9:00 pm) from September 7—October 19 in the Parish Life Center (268 Grove St, Oradell, NJ—behind the lower school building), If you would like to participate or if you need more information, please contact our parish secretary Gerry at 201-261-0148.

—NEXT WEEKEND, AUGUST 25-26 Saint Joseph will host a visiting missionary next weekend in cooperation with the Society of the Propagation of the Faith (a member of the Pontifical Mission Societies). The Propagation of the Faith is an international association coordinating assistance for Catholic missionary priests, brothers, and nuns in mission areas around the world. Come hear about the work being done by these dedicated missionaries to spread the Gospel and to assist those in need. Please be as generous as you can in support of their efforts.

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Saturday 5:00 pm

Sunday 7:30 am 9:00 am 10:30 am 12:00 pm

Monday 7:00 am 8:30 am

Tuesday 7:00 am 8:30 am

Wednesday 7:00 am 8:30 am

Thursday 7:00 am 8:30 am

Friday

7:00 am 8:30 am

Saturday 8:30 am3 5:00 pm

Sunday 7:30 am 9:00 am 10:30 am UC 12:00 pm

STEWARDSHIP REFLECTION “If it does not please you to serve the Lord, decide today whom you will serve… As for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.” (Joshua 24:15) When we commit to serve the Lord, we must be willing to become a partner in the work of the Lord. A partner is a person who invests time in prayer every day, joyfully participates in charitable works and generously supports the parish and Church mission. If we say we serve God, we must actually do something and not merely talk about it!

PRAYER REQUESTS

Let us remember all those who are ill: Elaine (Micky) Barnes, Nicholas & Camille Porfillio,

James McMahon, Gilbert Mai, Baby Anthony Jackowski

Let us remember all those who have recently died: Kristine LaGuardia, Nancy Gallini

Let us remember those serving in the military.

BREAD & WINE INTENTIONS

The bread for the week of

August 19, 2018 is offered in loving memory of

Joaquina Guzman

as requested by the Becker Family.

TWENTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME ~ AUGUST 19, 2018

Saint Joseph Parish Staff

Parish Trustees………..Mr. Brendan Walsh/Mrs. Carol Winkler Parish Pastoral Council…………….Mrs. Teresa Glenn Dir. of Religious Education ……….Deacon George Montalvo Sacraments Coordinator …………..Mrs. Arlene Kennedy Director of Music ……………………..Mr. Monroe Quinn Facilities Director ………………….....Mr. Tom Meli Business Manager ……………….…. .Mrs. Phyllis Vrola Parish Secretary ……………………....Mrs. Geraldine Carolan

Principal of Saint Joseph School…Dr. Paula Valenti Dir. of Comm./ Bulletin Editor…...Mrs. Diane Hellriegel

VISIT US ON OUR WEBSITES: CHURCH: sjcnj.org

SCHOOL: sjsusa.org RELIGIOUS ED.: sjcnjre.org

SUNDAY COLLECTION August 12, 2018 August 13, 2017 Basket $8,022 $7,191 Electronic Giving $4,619 $4,647 Total Sunday Collection $12,641 $11,838

DON’T FORGET! DROP OFF YOUR ENVELOPE

As you head off for your summer vacation, feel free to drop off or mail your parish envelope to the rectory/

parish office at 105 Harrison Street, New Milford, NJ 07646 before you go (or even when you return). Your support throughout the summer is much needed and greatly appreciated.

August 18, 201 Nancy O’Brien

August 19, 2018 People of the Parish Joaquina Guzman In Thanksgiving Dorothy O’Dell (Birthday Remembrance)

August 20, 2018 Antonia Zito Paul Rota

August 21, 2018 James Sullivan Mate Skroce

August 22, 2018 Luis Regaspi Nancy Barrett

August 23, 2018 Antoinette May Ann Marie Sweeney

August 24, 2018 Aileeen Novak Carolina Accomondo (Birthday Remembrance)

August 25, 2018 Kenneth Humiston Walter & Gerry Smith

August 26, 2018 People of the Parish Philip McGough In Thanksgiving for a Special Intention Rose Cecchi

A SPECIAL CONCERT

FOR SAINT JOSEPH

CHURCH SUNDAY,

SEPT. 30 3:00 pm

To order tickets, see page 2 of this bulletin.

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SAINT JOSEPH SCHOOL

80th ANNIVERSARY

HAWAII VOLCANO RELIEF EFFORTS

We have all seen the news reports this past spring about the devastation and

pain that the people of Hawaii Island have experienced following the eruption of the Kilauea Volcano. In response to a call from the Bishop of Honolulu for aid, Cardinal Tobin is encouraging parishioners’ support of relief efforts through HOPE Services Hawaii (set up by the Diocese of Honolulu). You can send your donation to HOPE Services Hawaii, 296 Kilauea Avenue, Hilo, HI 96720 or through an online vehicle that the diocese has established: www.hopeserviceshawaii.org All donations shouldbe designated for “Lava Recovery.” Please keep the victims of this disaster in your payers.

THIS WEEKEND—CARNIVAL RAFFLE & RIDE TICKETS FOR SALE!

HOW TO REPORT ABUSE The Archdiocese takes very seriously any and all allegations of sexual misconduct by members of the clergy, Religious and lay staff of the Archdiocese. We encourage anyone with knowledge of such to inform us immediately so that we may take appropriate action to protect others and provide support to any victim. Individuals who wish to report an allegation may do so by calling the Archdiocesan Office of Child and Youth Protection at 201-407-3256.

USCCB CALL TO PRAYER

The U.S. Bishops urge our participation each Friday in a nationwide Novena for the Legal Protection of Human Life, August 3—September 28. Participants will receive weekly email or text reminders to pray and fast. Sign up at www.usccb.org/pray!

2018-2019 Classes begin

Wednesday, SEPTEMBER 5

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