Roman Catholic Church Saint Joseph

SJS CARNIVAL SEPTEMBER 14-15-16

JOIN OUR CHOIR! —see page 2

RCIA Information —see page 3

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

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

Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ August 12, 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.)

Celebrating our Blessed Mother

on the Solemnity of the

Assumption

AUGUST 15

Holy Day Mass schedule (p. 2)

Reflection on our our faith by Fr. Anthony as seen in our new

Marian stained glass windows (p. 3)

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Embraced and crowned by Christ her son, her praises sung the heavens through, when coronation day was done, I wonder, what did Mary do?

I think the great yet humble queen would put aside her diadem and reminisce on what had been on that first night in Bethlehem.

when she beheld her God-man child as helpless infant on her breast, and he looked up at her and smiled, glad for your Yes to God’s request.

Through fields of light the couple walked, the son and mother who fooled death, arm in loving arm, and talked of those sweet days in Nazareth.

The wagon he and Joseph made to cheer his poor lame friend, the picnics in the cedars’ shade, finding wonders without end.

Their morning trips to the town well to fill the water jars when he would ask to hear her tell about the kings who traveled far

to bring him gifts of myrrh and gold, and shepherds with a lamb newborn who said a choir of angels told that he would save a world forlorn.

They’d mention old Jerusalem where only twelve he stayed behind not thinking how he worried them. “You had your Father’s work in mind.”

Then heaven’s queen, adored yet meek, would ask her son if they might pause, and with a kiss upon his cheek, plead her adopted children’s cause.

“Dear one,” she’d say, “please grant my prayer,” knowing she won’t be denied, this mother who has borne her share of pain, whose heart was crucified.

“Pour down your enlightening grace on struggling souls who would be free of snares and habits that debase, and lead them home to you and me.”

~ An original poem by Marie L. Chiarella

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

Assumption Of the

Blessed Virgin Mary

August 15 —a holy day of obligation

Masses at Saint Joseph Church Please note corrected days.

Tuesday, August 14 7:30 pm

Wednesday, August 15 7:00 am, 8:30 am,

7:30 pm

AFTER THE

CROWNING

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NINETEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME ~ AUGUST 12, 2018

The installation of the last of our new stained glass windows in Mary’s Chapel gives us a wonderful opportunity to consider how these multiple pieces of colored glass are fashioned into true works of art that tell a story of faith. These last three windows, depicted in the images found on the cover of our bulletin (and below) complete the magnificent contribution to our life as parishioners when we gather to worship and meditate in the sanctuary of Mary’s Chapel. The artistry of these beautiful stained glass windows show and tell a story of faith that allows us to peer into the life of Jesus Christ and His great mystery through the eyes of His mother, our Blessed Virgin Mary. The first of these windows giving us a glimpse into the life of Jesus depicts the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph. Jesus’ coming into the world as the son of Mary and Joseph shows that the family is an important building block both in the Church and in the world. The Holy Family in love and unity with God and one another is the model all Christian families seek to imitate. Though the life of any family includes challenges and stress, the life of the Holy Family encourages us to invest ourselves in the relationships that make up family life. As we strive to imitate each member of the Holy Family, Mary, a woman who pondered all things in her heart, displays the faith and trust that are essential ingredients of an authentic family relationship.

Our second window is a rendering of the passage from John’s Gospel on The Wedding of Cana, where we encounter Mary taking a prominent lead in the beginning of the ministry of Jesus and, in trust and confidence, instructs the servants at the feast to “do whatever he tells you.” In these very last spoken words of Mary

recorded in the Gospels, our Blessed Mother recognized the glory of her Son, and had faith to believe in Him – even before the disciples did – and, is the first person to show, in action, that the correct response to the presence of her Son Jesus Christ is a faithfulness to His word.

(continued above)

The last window gives us a heartfelt portrayal of when Jesus Meets His Mother in the Passion. Luke’s Gospel only briefly mentions the encounter between Jesus and his mother on the way to His crucifixion. We are told nothing of what was said between Jesus and Mary, yet one can sense that Jesus and Mary share much in this brief moment of silence. Mary certainly bore the pain, sorrow and grief of a mother watching the suffering of her son. Jesus must have also suffered the pain of seeing his mother before him in tears. But Jesus’s encounter brings him to a powerful source of His strength to complete what God his Father called Him to do. That source of strength is Mary, for in silence she was there for Jesus, fulfilling her role as Mother of our Lord—a role she fulfills for us as well. Mary shares, in a unique way, the mystery of Christ, by sharing in the incarnation, ministry and death on the Cross of her Son. By doing so, she, as mother, helps make present for all of us the mystery of Christ. In each of these stained glass windows, we come to fully understand how Mary, through her faith, figures so prominently in the revealing of God’s message of salvation. Mary is the constant presence of Christ’s love for us. Mary is not only the mother of Jesus; she is also the Mother of all and, she never lets us forget the love that Christ Jesus has for us. It is that Mary, so closely associated with all the mysteries of Jesus’ life, which the Holy Spirit has led us to believe also shares in His glorification. That is what we celebrate this Wednesday, August 15th, the Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary, our faithful belief that, as our beautiful new chapel windows show us, so close was Mary to Jesus on earth, so too must she be with him body and soul in heaven. As we gaze upon these windows of Mary’s Chapel, may we always pray with confidence - Mother of God, intercede for us!

Peace, Fr. Anthony

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.

We welcome Saint Joseph Parochial Vicar, Father Anthony Di Stefano, as the newest

contributor to Saint Joseph’s parish bulletin. Fr. Anthony offers us a very special

reflection on our Blessed Mother.

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See our bulletin in full color on our website: sjcnj.org

Carnival Raffle and Ride Tickets FOR SALE after all Masses THIS WEEKEND.

WOMEN'S CORNERSTONE —AUGUST 15

Our Cornerstone meeting will be held this Wednesday evening, August 15. We welcome you to join us. Maybe you haven't been able to attend

recently, or maybe you just forgot, but that's OK. Our meeting will be held as usual in the Knights of Columbus Hall, 199 River Road, New Milford.

A good meeting is being planned, and you will hear an update on our new Retreat Home located in what was previously the Brothers’ Residence. It's coming along beautifully, with the help of some of our

ladies who come to clean and polish. You are welcome to join us Wednesday, August 15 for a night of Spiritual Refreshment. If' it's hot outside, it will be cool inside so you will be very comfortable. So, bring your happy spirit with you Wednesday evening at 8:00 and let's have an uplifting evening.

WE CAN USE YOUR HELP Also, if you can lend a hand to get our new Retreat Home ready for Cornerstone XXVII, please call Teresa Glenn at 551-486-2523 to see when you will be able to get into the house.

BIBLE STUDY 2018 SIGN-UP

NEXT WEEKEND —AUGUST 18-19

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. It is a seven week study and will begin in mid-September. All studies meet weekly for 90 minutes in the Parish Life Center. Daytime and Evening meeting times are available. Sign-up for all bible studies will take place on the weekend of August 18-19 in the Harrison Street lobby of the Church. Registration is $25 and includes a study guide. 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

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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 7:30 pm

Wednesday 7:00 am 8:30 am 7:30 pm

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 “Get up and eat, else the journey

will be too long for you!” (1 Kings 19:7) Jesus knows that our stewardship journey will be difficult; we are not designed to do it on our own. Fortunately, Jesus gave us the greatest gift of all – the gift of the Eucharist; His own body and blood. When we join our sacrifices with the sacrifice of the Mass, we find the strength and courage to be His joyful disciples.

PRAYER REQUESTS

Let us remember all those who are ill: Kristine La Guardia, Gilbert Mai,

Elaine (Micky) Barnes, Baby Anthony Jackowski

Let us remember all those who have recently died: Angelo Bartolomeo, Mary Plunkett, Ellen O’Shea

Let us remember those serving in the military.

BREAD & WINE INTENTIONS

The bread and wine for the week of

August 12, 2018 is offered in loving memory of the Thomas and Brady Families

as requested by Olivia Brady.

NINETEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME ~ AUGUST 12, 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 5, 2018 August 6, 2017 Basket $8,128 $6,447 Electronic Giving $4,619 $4,647 Total Sunday Collection $12,747 $11,094

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 11, 2018 Susan Elizabeth Schrader

August 12, 2018 People of the Parish Susan Cvelich Maria Jose & Manuel Amaral Nancy Rhein

August 13, 2018 Lucille Ermita Mary Potter

August 14, 2018 John Ruoff John Reisen Ann May

August 15, 2018 The Assumption of Mary People of the Parish John T. Flieger (Birthday Remembrance) Deceased Members of the Corbett & Dabrowski Families

August 16, 2018 For the living and deceased members of the Prior & Plinio Families Joan Checchia

August 17, 2018 Michael Ryan Benthea Galvin

August 18, 2018 Al O’Toole Nancy O’Brien

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

The Hispanic Apostolate of the Archdiocese is once again pleased to offer its Spanish Class and Cultural Program at the Archdiocesan Center, starting this September 2018 through June 2019. Classes begin Early September, from 10 am - 12 pm, and are held weekly. Cost: $150.00 per session. Registration flyers are available in the church literature racks or in the parish office/rectory. For more information, please contact Marissa Espinosa at 973-497-4013 or marissa.espinosa@rcan.org

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GOING ON VACATION? FIND A CHURCH

NEAR YOU If you are traveling, be sure to go to masstimes.org to locate a Catholic

Church and Mass times at your vacation destination. And please don’t forget to drop off your Saint Joseph Parish envelope before you go...or after you return! Your support is especially needed in the summer months.

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ARE YOU GOING TO RUTGERS? The Catholic Center at Rutgers (84 Somerset St. on the College Avenue Campus) is looking

forward to welcoming you to the New Brunswick/Piscataway campuses. MASS SCHEDULE: Sunday—12 noon Busch Center Rm. 120ABC; 6:00 pm St. Peter’s Church, 94 Somerset St. (next to Barnes & Noble). Visit them online at www.rutgerscatholic.org to see all the special Opening Activities .

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