The Parish Family of

OUR LADY OF SORROWS ST. ANTHONY �

Two Churches ��� One Family

WORSHIP & SACRAMENTAL LIFE (OLS) Our Lady of Sorrows Church (SA) St. Anthony Church

WEEKEND MASSES Saturday ...................................................................... 4:00 pm (SA), 5:00 pm (OLS) Sunday........................................................................................8:00 & 10:00 am (SA), 7:30, 9:00, & 11:00 am (OLS) Creole Mass: 6:30 pm (SA)

HOLY DAYS OF OBLIGATION Vigil of Holy Day........................................................................................7:00 pm (SA) Holy Day12:15 pm (SA), 6:30 pm (Creole) (SA), 7:00 am & 7:00 pm (OLS)

WEEKDAY MASSES Monday - Friday........................................................7:00 am (OLS), 8:00 am (SA) Wednesday...............................................................................6:30 pm (Creole) (SA) Saturday .................................................................................................... 9:00 am (OLS) Civil Holiday Masses as Announced

ROSARY Monday - Friday........................................................................................7:30 am (SA) 1st Sunday of Month, January - June .............................................9:30 am (SA) 1st Sunday of Month, July - December....................................... 8:30 am (OLS)

WEEKLY NOVENAE Miraculous Medal...................................... Mondays, after 8:00 am Mass (SA) St. Anthony ................................................... Tuesdays, after 8:00 am Mass (SA)

BAPTISMS 1st Sunday....... 11:00 am (SA) 3rd Saturday.......10:00 am (Creole) (SA) 2nd & 3rd Sundays............................................................................ 12:15 pm (OLS)

RECONCILIATION Saturday ............................................3:00 - 3:45 pm (SA), 3:45 - 4:30 pm (OLS) Also by appointment

Our Lady of Sorrows Church 3816 East State Street Ext.

St. Anthony Church 626 South Olden Avenue

Rev. Msgr. Thomas N. Gervasio ....................................Pastor Rev. H. Todd Carter............................................Parochial Vicar Rev. Jean R. Felicién ..........................................Parochial Vicar

James Challender, Deacon Luders Desiré, Deacon Kevin O’Boyle, Deacon Joseph Jaruszewski, Deacon Jeffery Pierfy, Deacon

Joseph Novak and Michael Stewart.......................Trustees

Donald E. Costantino ..................................... School Principal

Mariyam Francis..................... Religious Education Director

Mary O’Boyle ..............................................Pre-School Director

Susan Commini ............................................ Pastoral Outreach Michael Amantia................................................ Music Ministry Alexis Duffy............................................................Youth Ministry Doris Cordero.................................................... Parish Secretary Clara Gioe ......................................................Financial Secretary Denise Mikics..............................................Bulletin & Calendar Gérald Charmant............................................. Haitian Ministry

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE 3816 East State St. Ext. Phone: 609-587-4372 | Fax: 609-587-7998 Report student absences by calling 587-4140, ext. 2

OUR LADY OF SORROWS SCHOOL 3800 East State St. Ext. Phone: 609-587-4140, ext. 1 | Fax: 609-584-8853

OUR LADY OF SORROWS PRE-SCHOOL 3710 East State St. Ext. Phone: 609-586-1422 | Fax: 609-586-1214

SUNDAY, AUGUST 28, 2016

Phone: 609-587-4372 | Fax: 609-587-7998 | Website: www.ols-sa.org | Email: info@ols-sa.org

Parish Office & Mailing Address (Located in the Hall at Our Lady of Sorrows Church) 3816 East State St. Ext., Hamilton, NJ 08619-2450

Parish Office Hours (Closed Sundays and holidays as announced in the bulletin) Mon. - Thu., 9:00 am - 8:00 pm | Fri., 9:00 am - 4:30 pm; Sat., 8:30 am - 12:30 pm

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MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK MONDAY, AUGUST 29—PASSION OF ST JOHN THE BAPTIST OLS 7 AM Christine Wetterling ~ Jaruszewski Family Lorraine Ungrady ~ L Ungrady SA 8 AM Salvatore Balestrieri ~ J Hvisdock Intentions of José Casiano

~ M & J Medina TUESDAY, AUGUST 30 OLS 7 AM Sofia Florio ~ Sister Carmela Ralph D Yousko ~ R M Peissner SA 8 AM Mary C Palombi ~ Roman Society Intentions of Joe & Silvia Nanny

~ M & J Medina WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 31 OLS 7 AM Patrick Haggarty ~ P & C Marchetti Connie Zola ~ Senior Club 2 SA 8 AM Frank Rossano ~ Jaruszewski Family Intentions of Elizabeth Aguilar

~ M & J Medina THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 OLS 7 AM Helen Derrico ~ Doris & Rich MaryAnn J Rich ~ D & J Owens SA 8 AM Dorothy A Frascella ~ Children Souls of Purgatory ~ M & J Medina FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 OLS 7 AM William J Corbett Jr ~ Family Helen Sheppard ~ F Volpe Family SA 8 AM Lena Bucci ~ J Allen Raymon Casiano ~ M & J Medina SATURDAY, SEPT 3—ST GREGORY THE GREAT OLS 9 AM Carl Bleier ~ T & J Schafer Margaret Campbell ~ J & H Vizzoni Carmelina Duncan ~ C Perferi SA 4 PM Marjorie G Troiani ~ M/M D Erwin Dena & Stephen Plumeri ~ Mom & Domenic Kathleen Kisko ~ D Blanchard OLS 5 PM Joyce Gross ~ V & G Guze Amantia & Barrafato Grandparents ~ M Amantia John A Moscarello ~ M/M R Ponticiello SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 OLS 7:30 AM Charles DiCicco ~ H & C Bryce Evelyn Rose ~ D & M Kosul & family John Kocan ~ A L Kocan SA 8 AM For the People of the Parish OLS 9 AM Phyllis Scarna ~ Daughter Charlotte Pasquale Nocera ~ Wife Ursula Brinkerhoff ~ Rosary Altar Soc. SA 10 AM Georgina & John Tiberi ~ Daughter Tina & family Cheri R Mulvania ~ M Dohrenwend Tim Triche ~ L Rimmer OLS 11 AM Patrick & Mary Gallagher ~ Daughter-in-law Lauretta William Schultze ~ Dusenshine Family Frank L Silvestro ~ Wife & family

AT YOUR SERVICE

NEW? If you'd like to join the parish, please visit the parish office and complete a registration form. We'll give you a supply of numbered envelopes. Their use will ensure that we can provide you with contribution information for income tax purposes and help document your participation in the liturgical life of your parish.

PLEASE CALL THE PARISH OFFICE TO ARRANGE FOR: • Baptism - Call well in advance to schedule. • Matrimony - Call at least a year prior to your

planned date. • Anointing of the Sick - This is not a sacrament

for only those who are at the point of death, but also those facing a serious illness.

• Holy Eucharist for the Homebound • Bereavement Counseling • Annulment Process Information

RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS - If you want to join the Catholic Church or complete your sacraments of initiation (First Eucharist and/or Confirmation), join us for the RCIA. Weekly classes begin each September.

LOW-GLUTEN (0.01%) HOSTS - We provide low-gluten hosts for those with Celiac Disease. Please inform the priest or deacon prior to the celebration of Mass; at communion time, approach the priest celebrant who will have this sacred host.

SANCTUARY MEMORIALS - Weekly sanctuary lamps or flowers for Masses may be requested in memory of a loved one or to mark a special occasion. The cost of a lamp is $15; floral arrangements are $75. Please visit the parish office at least a week in advance, so that the dedication may be included in the bulletin.

MASS INTENTIONS - Masses should be requested at the parish office; the stipend is $10.

OOur Mission Statement We are the Parish of Our Lady of Sorrows - Saint Anthony, a Roman Catholic Community; as one Eucharistic Family, we are Christ-centered and Spirit-led. Children of God our Father, we are united by His Love and sustained by the intercession of Our Lady and Saint Anthony. We give witness to our faith in action.

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From the Pastor’s Desk Dear Parishioners: No doubt the prospect of a new weekend Mass Schedule has generated some discussion and I can presume no lack of consternation among a few of our parishioners! In any case, I am very grateful for your response to the “ballot process” we utilized to come to a final choice in our schedule. It was truly amazing when one considers that we received 1158 responses when our average weekly attendance (children and infants included) is 1844. The result of this “opinion poll” reveals that “Schedule A” was by far the preferred schedule. At last week’s Masses and in the bulletin I mentioned that adjusting a Mass schedule is one of the most stressful actions that can affect a parish. This is why I wanted to offer an opportunity for you to “weigh in” on the decision. Obviously, everyone has his or her own preferences or opinions, and much preliminary work—which took into account many factors (having two churches, only two priests, church size, trends in attendance, and compliance with Canon Law)—went into the formulation of the options presented. Both schedules presented would have been viable and acceptable. We are pleased to abide with the majority opinion. I can appreciate the comments on a number of “ballots.” However, a few harken back to a time when parishes had one church with four resident priests. How I pray that we might return to such a time but this is not our current reality. I rely on your good spirit of cooperation, loyalty, and support as we move forward. Let us keep our one parish strong and our two churches filled with faith filled and loving people! With affection and gratitude, Msgr. Gervasio

Stewardship Report Weekly Collection: August 21 $17,579 Summer Project Total as of 8/22/16 $29, 676

Annual Catholic Appeal (69% of goal as of 8/22) Pledged: $76,138 Paid $59,477 Donors: 407

Faith to Move Mountains Parish Rebate Received!

We are pleased to report that we have received the second rebate check realized through the generous response to the Faith to Move Mountain Endowment Campaign. The check received was in the amount of $37,307. This rebate is based on the total cash payments received less the previous rebate. Our parish rebates now total: $104,500. Bishop O’Connell congratulates and thanks our parish for its great response to this capital campaign.

The Results Are In! New Mass Schedule

Votes Schedule A: 720 Schedule B: 371 No Preference 22 Personal Write-Ins 45 Total 1158

New Mass Schedule Effective

October 2-3, 2016

Saturday 4:00 PM SAC 5:00 PM OLS Sunday 8:00 AM OLS 9:30 AM SAC 11:00 AM OLS 6:30 PM (Creole) SAC

Update The OLS Handicap Parking Proposal

During the last few weeks we have asked those parishioners who frequent Our Lady of Sorrows to express their views on a plan that would create a new parking area that would bring handicap parking spaces closer to the church and office entrance. The plan designed by Lanning Engineering, Hamilton is displayed by the elevator entrance. It is a response to many comments included in our recent survey that urged us to try to remedy the problem of having handicapped parking far from entrance. Our concern was not the need for extra parking spaces but the need to provide closer access to our entrance to shorten an arduous walk for the handicapped and elderly. Thus far, only 38 parishioners have submitted an opinion. Twenty-eight parishioners support the plan while ten indicated that the plan is unnecessary for varied reasons. I would hope that many more parishioners would express their opinion on the proposal either through the forms at the display by the entrance or through an email to the parish office. I would be uncomfortable to move forward with such an extensive project without robust support from our parish! Thanks! Msgr. Gervasio

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Important Notices

The only Mass on Labor Day (Monday, September 5) will be celebrated at 8 a.m. at St. Anthony.

The parish offices will be closed on Monday, September 5 (Labor Day). Enjoy a safe and restful holiday weekend!

Summer hours (i.e., early closing on Fridays) will end on September 2. Effective September 9, the parish offices will again remain open until 4:30 p.m. on Fridays.

Special Day of Recollection

For Members of the Liturgical and Music Ministries

(EMs, Lectors, Cantors, Choir Members) October 1

Our Lady of Sorrows Campus Speaker: Fr. Albert Tamayo, C.O.

Pastor, St. Anthony Church, Red Bank Talk: Spirituality of Liturgical Service

And Practical Items

The day will begin with coffee at 9:00 a.m. in the Church Hall. At 9:30 a.m. participants will move to the Church for a reflective time of prayer followed by an inspirational talk given by Fr. Tamayo. The day will end with a light luncheon at noon. To register for this special day, please call the parish office (587-4372) by September 23 and provide your name, phone number, and ministry role/s (EM, cantor, etc.).

Celebration on Sunday, September 18

Our Lady of Sorrows—Our Solemnity Mary…our Patron and Titular

Thursday, September 15, is the Memorial of Our Lady of Sorrows. However, since Our Lady under this title is the co-patron of our parish, this Memorial is raised to the rank of "Solemnity" within our community. Since Mary is also the "titular" of our

parish church, which is to say that the church building has been dedicated or given the title of Our Lady of Sorrows, we are permitted to move the celebration to Sunday, September 18. All Masses of the day will be celebrated as the rank of a "Solemnity." The parish will continue the celebration at the Parish Picnic following the 11:00 Mass.

Mesaj ki soti nan biwo Kire-a Frè-m ak Sè-m yo: Pap gen dout ke pespektiv de yon ore Lames nan wiken ap jenere kek diskisyon e menm kapab prezimen pou gen konstenasyon nan pami kek pawasyen nou yo! An touka, mwen tre rekonesan pou repons w a "pwosesis vote a" ke nou te itilize pou yon chwa definitif nan ore nou. Li vreman etonan lap nap konsidere 1158 moun ki reponn nan yon avrej de 1844 moun (ladan yo gen timoun ak ti bebe) ki vini chak semen. Rezilta sondaj opinyon sa a revele ke"Schedule a" te ore prefere. Nan Lames semen pase yo ak nan bilten an, mwen te mansyonen ke ajiste ore yon Lames se youn nan pi gwo estres ki kapab afekte yon pawas. Se poutet sa mwen te ofri yon opotinite pou tout moun te fe pati desizyon sa a. Evidamman, chak moun gen pwop preferans yo oswa opinyon yo epi anpil travay prelimine—ki te pran an kont anpil fakte (gen 2 Legliz, selman 2 Pe, vale moun ki vinn Legliz, gwose Legliz, repekte sa Dwa Kanon an di)—fe pati de fomil opsyon ki te prezante yo. 2 ore prezante solid e akseptab. Nou ta kontan mete nou avek opinyon majorite a. Mwen kapab apresye komante sou seten nomb de "bilten de vot". Sepandan, le nap sonje yon epok nan pawas nou yo te konn genyen 1 Legliz ak 4 Pe kap viv nan presbite a. Nou ta renmen retounen nan anabyans sa a anko men se pa yon reyalite aktyel. Mwen konte sou bon lespri de konpreansyon w, lwayote w ak sipo w pandan nap avanse pi devan. An nou kenbe pawas nou an fo ak 2 Legliz nou yo ranpli ak lafwa, ranpli ak bon moun!

Avek afeksyon e gratitid, Msgr. Gervasio

Fore! You're invited to participate in our 22nd Annual Golf Classic on Wednesday, September 21, at Mercer Oaks West Golf Course. The $135 entry fee covers 18 holes of golf, a cart, tee gift package, lunch, cocktails, dinner, and prizes. We hope that you can join us for a great time. If you cannot golf, maybe you could support our golf outing by becoming a sponsor or attending the dinner. To register as a golfer or for more information about sponsorship opportunities or attending the dinner, please call John O'Donovan (587-5613) or see details on page 13.

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FFaallll 22001166 The Thought-Full Thursdays Program is a series of presentations designed to enlighten the faithful and provide an opportunity for spiritual growth and development. The challenge for being Catholic in the 21st Century is to be informed and to maintain our faith with an open heart and mind. The 2016 Fall Season will focus mainly on Pope Francis and the virtue of mercy. One session will be designed for a panel of clergy and other theological educators to answer questions about the Church. Please join us for the “Thought-Full Thursdays” Program for the fall of 2016, which will start September 22 and run through October. Look for more information in future bulletins.

Last week for Summer Project 2016

Your generous support of this appeal helps defray the cost of the ongoing work of keeping our facilities well maintained. This year, our Finance Council has endorsed the following summer work:

• Repairs and upgrades to the lavatories of our school.

• Continuing the parking lot expansion at St. Anthony Church.

Our appeal ends on September 1, so please make your contribution keep your parish in good shape. You may use the special “Summer Project” envelope sent by mail or a regular envelope clearly marked “Summer Project.” Return your gift by mail, the collection basket, or in person at the parish office.

Online Contributors Contributions to the Summer Project may be made online. Please check the box for “Summer Project.”

God Bless Our Newly Baptized Vienna Rose Potena Briella Grace Venose

Children's Liturgy Starting Sept. 18 Our special Liturgy of the Word for children in grades 1-5 begins on September 18 at the 11:00 Mass. Join us as we process downstairs to share God's Word! If you have questions or are an adult who might be interested in helping, please contact Anne (586-6596; ark257@gmail.com).

Religious Education News Welcome back, Religious Education parents and students! Our program begins officially on September 18. We have mailed your child’s class assignment. If you haven’t received it, please contact our office. All registered children are expected to attend their assigned first session. Parents, you are invited to meet the catechists and visit your child’s classroom. If you have not yet registered your child/ren, please do so as soon as possible. We will not be registering children the first week of classes. Call the office to make arrangements for late registration. Children registering late will be able to start the following week. We have updated our website. Please check it and the bulletin. We will advise you of all upcoming events.

8th Grade Parents Meeting REQUIRED PARENTS AND CANDIDATES MEETING: Saturday, September 10, in the Church Hall at Our Lady of Sorrows from 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. There will be a presentation, and folders containing important details regarding our parish celebration of Confirmation will be distributed.

7th Grade Parents Meeting REQUIRED PARENTS AND CANDIDATES MEETING: Saturday, September 24, in the Church Hall at Our Lady of Sorrows from 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. There will be a presentation, and folders containing important details regarding our parish celebration of Confirmation will be distributed.

2nd Grade Parents Meeting REQUIRED PARENTS MEETING: Wednesday, September 14, at 6:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Church In addition to the presentation, folders containing important details regarding our parish celebration of Reconciliation and Holy Eucharist will be distributed.

Welcome! Recently registered new students and their parents are:

M/M Anthony Bercaw and their son William (6)

M/M Radoslaw Momot and their son Patrick (K)

Miss Melissa Mordoh and her daughter Giuliana (K)

Correction: The name listed last week for the daughter of M/M Austin Francis was incorrect. The new kindergartener’s name is Faith.

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12th Annual Regional Rosary Altar Mass Hosted by

St. Gregory the Great Parish, Hamilton Saturday, October 1

9:00 a.m. Banner Arranging 9:30 a.m. Rosary Recitation 10:00 a.m. Mass Continental Breakfast following Mass

No Cost RSVP to: Natalie Baranowski (890-1577)

or Toni Levandowski (588-4768)

“A life not lived for others is not a life.” Blessed Teresa of Calcutta

We have the opportunity to assist the needy within our own parish through the donations you make to the St. Vincent DePaul Conference. � At Saint Anthony Church Permanent “Poor Boxes” are found at the doors of

the church. � At Our Lady of Sorrows Church A collection is taken up on the 2nd and 4th

Sundays of the month. Green donation containers are found at the church doors.

Donations may also be made by placing a gift in the collection basket along with your parish contribution. It should be in a separate envelope that is clearly marked Poor Box. Checks should be made payable to OLS-St Anthony.

SSanctuary Lamps

At Saint Anthony One lamp burns in loving memory of

Theresa DiFranco at the request of her husband, Pasquale.

Anniversary Blessing Mass Announced

Bishop O'Connell will celebrate the Annual Diocesan Anniversary Blessing Mass on Sunday, October 16, at 3:00 p.m. at St. Mary Cathedral (Trenton). All Catholic married couples from Mercer and

Burlington counties celebrating their 1st, 25th, or 50th (and beyond) wedding anniversaries in 2016 are invited to participate. Their families and guests are invited to attend. To register, please call Susan Commini in the parish office (587-4372) before September 19.

Are you someone, or do you know someone, who…

• Has expressed an interest in becoming Catholic?

• Has a child over the age of seven who has not been baptized?

• Was baptized Catholic as a child, but has not celebrated the Sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist?

"The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults may be for you. In this process, we offer an opportunity to come together in a small group to learn more about our faith. Sessions focus on the teachings and experience of Church and prepare individuals to celebrate the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist during the Easter season. You are welcome to participate in the process with your questions, your insights, and your faith story in a warm, accepting setting. Our first class is on Tuesday, September 20, at 7:30 p.m. in the Church Meeting Room. If you are interested, please call the parish office (587-4372).

Seniors’ Activities

Senior Club #1

Welcome Back to Senior Club #1's monthly meetings beginning Wednesday, September 14 at 1 p.m. in St. Anthony's Church hall. We will be having luncheon meetings with Bingo to follow. Please note that dues in the amount of $15 will be collected at this time. All new members are welcome—invite your friends and relatives to join us.

Senior Club #2 Senior Club #2 will hold regular meetings in the Church Meeting Room at 1 p.m. on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month. The next few meetings are scheduled for September 6 & 20 and October 4 & 18.

There are bus trips to Resorts Casino on the first Wednesday of each month. The next trips are scheduled for September 7 and October 5. The bus leaves the OLS parking lot at 9:30 a.m. Any one age 21 or older is invited. The cost is $35, but you get back $25 in casino credit. If you're interested, please call Doreen Napoleon (706-6169).

New members are welcome to join our clubs.

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Monthly Stewardship Report July Revenues

Weekly Collections (Previously reported): $95,794 July Online Giving $4,900 Rent Income (St. Anthony Campus): $39,724 Total Revenue $140,418

Select July Expenditures Advertisement $128 Annual Convocation/Continuing Ed $2,000 Charity (Loaves & Fishes) $2,040 Cleaning Supplies $62 Contracted Professional Fees $21,226 Contracted Cleaning of Churches & Offices $2,113 Contracted Services - Grounds $3,468 Contracted Services/Equip/D P/Pest Ctl $3,173 Extra Clergy $325 Flowers $45 Hamilton Twp. Tax (1 Perry Ave.) $645 Hospitality/Meetings $559 Household (3 Priests) $1,218 Lay Employee Benefits $432 Liturgical Supplies/Repairs $420 Monitor $186 Music $375 Office Supplies/Reference Materials $2,359 Other Professional Fees/Permits $3,975 Payroll for Staff (3 pay periods) $54,435 Priest Benefits (3 Priests $4,500 Religious Education $559 Repairs/Equipment/Painting (All Sites) $3,521 Utilities $7,756 Total $115,520

Our faith teaches us that Jesus remains present in his Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity, in the Sacrament that is reserved in the tabernacle.

Thursdays Are Days of Solemn Adoration The Blessed Sacrament will be placed upon the altar following the 7 a.m. Mass until Reposition at 6 p.m. All are invited to answer the Lord’s call…He wants us give Him the gift of our time. He wants us to come to Him bringing our needs, anxieties, joys, and thanks. Our Lady of Sorrows Church also is open during our office hours. Why not stop for even a brief moment to rejoice in the Lord’s Presence?

Please Pray for the Sick Bernice Bates, Victoria Bilardo, John Carbonara, Christopher Castner, Fran Chiorello, Maria Corbett, Lauren Costantini, Ryan Cromwell, Carmella Cronce, Danny DeVito, Pasquale DiFranco, Jack Dirk, Ted Dolci, Bill Doran, Eileen Evans, Suzanne Figueroa, Bud Foley, Keith Gerner, Margaret Graff, Lewis Gryziewicz, George Gushue, Eileen & John Haller, Joan Holman, Arlene Ialacci, JoAnn Jasinski, Stephen Komlosi, Theresa Kopec, Mary Faith Lanigan, Bernadette Lecato, Pat McCormick, Mary McGowan, Larry Monte, Cheryl & Tom Noon, Olga Nunes, Charlotte Nurko, Joseph O'Hara, Joe Pica, Tom Plantier, Catherine Rodenbaugh, Rose Salvatore, Michael Schaefer, Gerri Smallwood, David Smith, Marjorie Spalding, May Spett, Liliane & Richard Springer, Janice Sprink, Tony Tanzini, Tom Valatka, Mary Ann Warner

If you would like to be placed on the sick list, please call the rectory office. (If you're calling for someone else, kindly make sure you have their permission.) Please note that names will be removed from the published prayer list after 12 weeks unless other arrangements have been made.

Welcome! A warm welcome is extended to the following new parishioners and their families:

Ketia Cine Michelle & Kenneth Crusen Andrea & David Edwards

Christine & Timothy Wright

Lord Jesus Christ, Word of the Father, we turn to you.

Watch over our plans. Enliven our service to the Church.

Sustain our labors. Guide our steps in search of the best ways to

proclaim your Gospel. Our poverty is great.

We do not place trust in ourselves but only in you. Encourage us, reassure us, give us your blessing. You, who with the Holy Spirit, live and reign in us

and in your Church forever and ever. Amen.

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Faith to Move Mountains Campaign Update

Our Lady of Sorrows - St. Anthony

Raised: $927,356 Goal: $1,495,000 Percent of Goal: 62 Payments and new pledges can be sent directly to:

Diocese of Trenton Faith to Move Mountains

701 Lawrenceville Rd. Trenton, NJ 08648

If you need information on how to make pledge payments electronically through the diocesan online giving system (separate from parish’s online giving) or if you have any questions regarding your pledge, please call the campaign office (406-7417). Thank you!

Rosary Altar News

Corporate Sunday is September 4 at the OLS campus. All parishioners are invited to join us at 8:30 a.m. when we recite the rosary for world peace, an end to terrorism, an end to abortion, for the Pope, the personal intentions of all those present, and the intentions of all Rosarians throughout the world. We then attend the 9:00 a.m. Mass as a group.

Monthly Meeting, Monday, September 12—Our first meeting of the year will be held on the 2nd Monday of the month due to Labor Day. The evening will begin with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m. in Our Lady of Sorrows Church. Following the prayer service, our monthly meeting will be held in the Church Meeting Room. Hospitality will be provided by Ruth Woodcock and her committee. We invite all ladies of the parish interested in becoming a member to join us for this evening of prayer and friendship. We look forward to welcoming you.

October 15

8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Day of Recollection

Sponsored by OLS-SA Rosary Altar Society

The guest speaker for the day is Fr. Garry Koch, pastor of St. Benedict

Parish in Holmdel and columnist for The Monitor. He will speak about the women of the bible and how Pope Francis views the role of women in the Church today. Look for more information in future bulletins.

OLS PTA Seeking Donations The Our Lady of Sorrows School PTA is beginning to prepare for our 2016 Knight to Remember. In order to make this a successful event, we need donations of new unused items to auction off at the event. If you have any old gifts/items you have never used or returned, please consider donating them to our event. Please drop off items at the school office or call Deborah Kisselman (439-2667) to arrange for pick-up.

Please Pray for Our Beloved Deceased Lynda Naprovnik James Reams

AROUND THE DIOCESE

Young Adult Mass The Diocese of Trenton is sponsoring a Young Adult Mass at St. Gregory the Great Church (4620 Nottingham Way), on Wednesday, September 7, at 7:00pm. Msgr. Thomas Gervasio will be the celebrant. After the Mass, enjoy fellowship with other Young Adults at UNO’s, 225 Sloan Ave., Hamilton. Visit www.dioceseoftrenton.org/yam for more Young Adult events.

You're Invited Pope Francis recently declared September 1 as the Annual Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation. In observance of this day, the Church of Saint George (1370 River Road/Route 29N, Titusville) invites all to join in the celebration of World Day of Prayer for Care of Creation on Thursday, September 1. The program will consist of Mass at 7:30 a.m. followed by exposition of the Blessed Sacrament until noon. At 7 p.m. there will be prayers for the care of creation, a brief reflection of Laudato Si: On the Care for our Common Home, Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament, and an outdoor procession around the grounds of Saint George. An exhibit of Images of Creation will be on display around the church during the month of September. Parishioners and their friends have been invited to paint, photograph, or collect images of creation during these remaining days of summer and present them for display. You are invited to join in any or all of these events. Holy Father’s September Prayer Intentions Universal: Centrality of the Human Person That each may contribute to the common good and to the building of a society that places the human person at the center. Evangelization: Mission to Evangelize That by participating in the Sacraments and meditating on Scripture, Christians may become more aware of their mission to evangelize.

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St. Francis House of Prayer Trenton Diocesan Spiritual Center

Box 392, Rancocas, NJ 08073 609-877-0509 fhop@verizon.net

www.fhop.org

Living Contemplatively 9 Sats (9/10, 10/1, 11/5, 12/3, 1/7, 2/4, 3/4, 1/1, 5/6); 9:15 AM – 3:30 PM; $325; bring a bag lunch. This program calls out to those who desire to live more contemplatively in the world, to grow in union with God and others, and to become more aware, intentional, and free. God liberates us and heals us through the practice of contemplative prayer. Wonderful spiritual reading will support our contemplative prayer throughout the year. It’s worth a day a month and an hour a day.

A Year of Grace and Prayer 9 Tues (9/20, 10/18, 11/22, 12/20, 1/17, 2/14, 3/14, 4/11, 5/9); 9:15 – 11:30 AM; : $225 (includes all books and materials) Is God inviting you into a deeper relationship at this point in your precious life? Do you desire to enhance or enlarge your experience of prayer? Are you able to come to Francis House one Tuesday morning each month? I so hope you can and will, as this monthly program will be rich in grace. We will focus on a different kind of prayer each month and you will receive materials and/or books to help you practice and enjoy it for the month.

Mornings with Merton Delight in the Beauty of God's Creation 4 Mons (9/19, 10/17, 11/7, 12/5); 9 – 11 AM; love offering Open your eyes, ears and hearts to God’s glory in nature. Let God catch you by surprise with His creation. No day is ever the same when we are aware of God’s gifts. We will listen to Thomas Merton and let his words inspire us to be more attentive to the love of God vibrating through nature everywhere. Then we will spend some time outdoors at Francis House enjoying what God has created and reflecting on God as a loving Creator. All is a gift of God that helps each one of us to know, love and serve God with joy and gratitude.

The Rules for Discernment 9 Mons (9/12, 10/10, 11/14, 12/12, 1/16, 2/6, 3/6, 4/3, 5/1) 1:00 – 2:30 PM; $175, includes book This program provides another opportunity (for those who cannot make the Wednesday group) to study the Ignatian Rules for Discernment which are Ignatius’ claim to fame and one of his major contributions to our world. Learning these rules helps you understand the ways of God, and move more fully and consciously toward God. You will wish you had learned these Rules long ago. They are so profoundly enlightening and yet ultimately practical at the same time.

Marianist Family Retreat Center 417 Yale Ave

Cape May Point, NJ 08212 609-884-3829

mfrc@capemaymarianists.org www.capemaymarianists.org

Contemplative Prayer Retreat (mid-week) Sept. 26 – 29; $150 per person (includes room, meals and retreat) This retreat is open to those (first-timers and experienced) who wish to enter into this contemplative time. This retreat will offer opportunities to be in a peaceful environment and be spiritually renewed. Our time will include daily Eucharist, prayer services, and plenty of reflection time to walk the beaches.

Volunteers Sought Interfaith Caregivers of Greater Mercer County sponsors a free health and wellness class called Project HEALTHY BONES at the Hamilton Public Library on Monday mornings for seniors who have osteoporosis or osteopenia. We are seeking enthusiastic, health and exercise-minded individuals who are willing to be trained as volunteer peer leaders to join our team to continue offering these classes. Training, materials, and all supplies will be provided, and trained leaders are guaranteed a spot in the class to participate when not volunteering. Prior leader experience is not necessary, but enthusiasm for exercise and wellness is key. If you are interested in learning more, please contact Lisa at 393-9922 or lisa@icgmc.org.

You're Invited St Joachim's Senior Citizen Club is sponsoring a bus trip to Atlantic City's Resorts Casino on Monday, September 12. The cost is $35, with a return of $25 in slot play. For more information, please call Lucille (396-6918).

Mass of Healing for Infant & Pregnancy Loss Those we cannot hold in our arms,

We hold forever in our hearts. The Elizabeth Ministry of St. Gregory the Great (Hamilton) invites you to join in the celebration of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass on Thursday, October 13, at 7 p.m. Whether you have suffered the loss of a child through miscarriage, stillbirth, neo-natal death, or regretted abortion, or if you know someone who has had any of these experiences, please join us as we celebrate the lives of our children who left us too soon. Refreshments and fellowship to follow in the gathering space of the Church. For more information, please contact Carol Moscarello (732 691-6001) or Doreen Griffin-Gallway (672-3799).

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Flea Market – Rain or Shine! Saturday, September 17

8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Outdoors behind Incarnation-St. James Church

(1545 Pennington Road, Ewing NJ 08618) In case of rain, the flea market will take place in the Church auditorium. Reserve your space(s) online at isjcommunityevents@gmail.com or by calling 882-2860. A 10’ x 10’ space with 8’ table is $10 for 1st space and $7 for each additional space.

Pilgrimage to Mexican Shrines What a better way to end the Year of Mercy than a pilgrimage to a place where mercy was shown to millions. Please join us on a 7-day pilgrimage to Our Lady of Guadalupe and other shrines in Mexico from October 23 to 29. The cost per person is $1,650; health insurance is included. Spiritual direction will be provided by Msgr. Peter Kochery. For more information, contact Deacon Tom (732-610-5434; 3marysway@optonline.net).

Mark Your Calendar Our Lady of the Angels Parish is running a bus trip to see the Beach Boys Tribute Show at the Tropicana Casino in Atlantic City on Monday, September 12. The $48 package includes round trip transportation aboard a deluxe Starr motor coach, $15 slot play, and show. (You must be at least 21 years old and have a photo ID to receive the package deal.) The bus departs from the AMC 24 Theatre at 10 a.m. and returns at 7:30 p.m. Full payment is required to reserve your seat. For details, please call Lorraine Lee (586-6749).

St. Anthony’s High School Class of 1966 50th Reunion

Friday October 21, from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Mercer Oaks Golf Course

Cost $75 per person Interested parties contact Judy Volen Dill

(575-6165; oldantjude@aol.com;) by October 1.

Notre Dame High School Class of 1961

The ND Class of '61 is celebrating their 55th Class Reunion on October 23, beginning with Mass at noon in the ND Chapel. A luncheon will be held at 1:30 p.m. at the Stone Terrace on Kuser Road,Hamilton. For more information, please email Ray Stout (tpd281@gmail.com).

Mark Your Calendar The Knights of Columbus will hold a Community Blood Drive after all Masses on Sunday, September 25. The drive will be held at the Council’s home—1451 Klockner Rd, Hamilton— from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. All are invited. Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. Bring a photo or signature I.D. and eat within 4 hours of donating. Sign up online at http://tinyurl.com/KOCHamiltonBD or contact Henry Angelucci (henry.angelucci@kofc.org; 587-1012). Receive the Bread of Life and then give the Gift of Life.

The Food Pantry of St Raphael - Holy Angels Parish will present a showing of the video Moses on Sunday, October 2, at 1:00 p.m. in the Parish Center (3500 S Broad St, Hamilton). Light refreshments will be served. This is a free presentation, but any donations—food or monetary—will be welcomed. Please help support us in providing food for the people of Mercer County.Questions? Please call Frank Bresnen (888-0900).

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IMPORTANT: We would like to ensure that there is plenty of food and fun for everyone in attendance. Please return the form below) to the rectory, or place it in the collection at mass no later than September 4. If you would like to volunteer to help, please contact Cheryl Uhaze (588-0890; cuhaze@optonline.net).

ols-sa parishioners to attend the

Date: September 18 Time: Noon to 5:00 p.m.

Fun for Everyone

DJ Music • Balloons • Games • Inflatables Petting Zoo (1 to 3 p.m.) Wear your Western Gear

Place: Our Lady of Sorrows Campus Bring: Lawn Chairs, Card Tables, etc. and a Covered Dish or Dessert to Share The Parish Will Provide: Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, Pork Roll, Baked Beans, Salad, Soda and other Beverages, and lots of other Goodies

Picnic Attendance Form Family Name: ______________________________________________________________ Phone Number: _________________________Number of People Attending: ____________ Side or Dessert to share: ______________________________________________________

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The Our Lady of Sorrows PTA presents the Monster Mash 5k, Fun Run, & Kids’ Dash to be held on October 22 at Mercer County Park (West Picnic Area). Please help raise money for education and technology programs. Wear your best costume and win prizes! Register at http://www.firstgiving.com/410502/2016monstermash5k before September 16 for a $5 discount. Registration on Race Day will be from 8 – 9 a.m. The start time for the 1-mile fun run is 9 a.m. The start time for the 5k is 9:30 a.m., while the Kids’ Dash (ages 2-10) begins at 10:30 a.m. This is a USATF - Certified Course. Registrants who would like to pay cash should use discount code cash. Checks should be made payable to OLS PTA. Thank you to our Scholar Event Sponsors: Geico of Hamilton and Sylvan Learning Hamilton.

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You're Invited

OLS-SA 22nd Annual Golf Classic Wednesday, September 21

Mercer Oaks West Golf Course

Entry fee: $135 per golfer Includes 18 holes of golf, cart, tee gift package, lunch, cocktails, dinner, and prizes.

Registration form must be received by August 31. Entry based on first-come, first-paid basis. Limited to the first 120 paid golfers.

Registration: 10 a.m. Lunch: 11 a.m. Shotgun Start: Noon Cocktails: 5 p.m. Dinner: 6 p.m.

Golf Classic Events Format – 4 Ball Scramble

Putting Contest Closest to the Pin

Longest Drive Four Hole-in-One Contests

Golfer Entry Form Name: _________________________ Address: _________________________ City/State: _________________________ Telephone: _________________________ Name: _________________________ Address: _________________________ City/State: _________________________ Telephone: _________________________ Name: _________________________ Address: _________________________ City/State: _________________________ Telephone: _________________________ Name: _________________________ Address: _________________________ City/State: _________________________ Telephone: _________________________

Sponsorship Application (please check desired level)

o $2,000 Tournament Sponsor o includes 4 golfers, full page ad in program booklet,

and tee signs displayed at golf course o $1,000 Corporate Sponsor o includes 4 golfers, ½ page ad in program booklet,

and tee signs displayed at golf course o $750 Major Sponsor o includes 2 golfers, ½ page ad in program booklet,

and tee signs displayed at golf course o $500 Sponsor (check one) ___ Beverage Cart ___ Cocktail Hour ___ Lunch ___ Dinner o $100 Tee Sign Sponsor o includes your name or your company’s name on a

tee sign at golf course o $50 Dinner Guest (includes 5 p.m. cocktails & dinner)

Please fill out form, adding golfers’ names to the left.

Name: _________________________ Address: _________________________ City: _________________________ State: __________ Zip: __________ Phone _________________________ Email: _________________________

If you have any questions or would like more information, please call John O’Donovan (609.587.5613).

Total amount enclosed: $_____________

Please make checks payable to OLS-SA

Mail sponsorship and registration applications to:

OLS-SA Golf Classic 3816 East State Street Ext.

Hamilton, NJ 08619

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