Schedule for Masses and Para-Liturgical Service (PLS)

MONDAY thru FRIDAY—7:30 AM (Church)

SATURDAY—9 AM (PLS) (Prayer Room)Reconciliation—4:30 - 5:00 PM (Church)

SATURDAY EVE VIGIL—5:00 PM, 9:00 PM (Church)

SUNDAY 7:30, 9:00, 10:30 AM, 12:00 Noon, 5:00 PM (Church) 9:00 AM—Spanish Mass (Downey Hall)10:30 AM—Interpreted for hearing impaired (Church)10:30 AM—Family Liturgy (Downey Hall)

October 21, 2012

Saint Mary’s Parish17 Pompton Avenue

Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442973-835-0374

www.stmarys-pompton.org

Welcome as we seek God in worship and liturgy, “you have made the LORD your refuge, the Most High your

dwelling place” (Psalm 91:9, NRSV).

St. Mary’s Outreach Ministry Coat Drive

Collection of clean, gently usedwinter coats for men, women and

particularly children will take place onSunday, October 287:30 AM to 1:30 PM

Church Parking Lot

Free distribution of coats will take place onSaturday, November 3, 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM

andSunday, November 4, 9:30 AM - 12:00 Noon

in St. Mary’s School GymnasiumPlease help make this project a big success.

TABLE OF CONTENTSAdult Faith Formation, Catholicism ......8Altar Flower ..............................................3Annual Coat Drive - Outreach ....... CoverBaptisms ....................................................3Bread and Wine Offering ........................3Collection Update .....................................7Community News ...................................10Confirmation ............................................6Contact Us .................................................2Daily Readings for the Week website ...10Deceased Names .......................................3Elementary Religious Education ............7EMHC Training Session ........................10Eucharistic Celebrations .........................3

Faith Direct ...............................................6G.I.F.T. - Fall 2012 ...................................9High School ...............................................6Middle School ...........................................6Middle School Religious Education ........6Military Personnel Names .......................3Ministry News ...........................................8Pathways Counseling Center ..................9 A Wine Tasting Event ...........................5 The Lighted Path ..................................9 Recently Widowed Workshop .............9Prayer Requests........................................3Project LINC ............................................8

TO CONTACT US: St. Mary’s Parish 17 Pompton Ave. Pompton Lakes NJ 07442Telephone: 973.835.0374—FAX: 973.835.8173Web Site: www.stmarys-pompton.orgE-mail: smc@stmarys-pompton.org

PASTOR - FR. FRANK SEVOLA, OFM . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.0374x708 fsevola@stmarys-pompton.org PAROCHIAL VICARS Fr. Larry Anderson, OFM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.0374x112 larry@stmarys-pompton.org Fr. Richard Husted, OFM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835-374x710 rhusted@stmarys-pompton.org Fr. Gonzalo Torres, OFM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973-835-0374x702 gonzaloofm@stmarys-pompton.org ADULT FAITH FORMATION - Steve Kass . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973-879-3102 Stephen.Kass@shu.eduDEACONS - Hal Clark, Thomas Kimak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.0374 DISABILITIES MINISTRY - Marie Cioletti . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.7750x181 marie@stmarys-pompton.orgELEMENTARY RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Alma Banta, Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.7750,x102 bantadre@stmarys-pompton.orgHISPANIC MINISTRY - Milagros Anto . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.0374x703 milagros@stmarys-pompton.org MUSIC MINISTRY - Craig & Dorothy Limey . . . . . . . . 973.835.0374x158 cdlimey@stmarys-pompton.org CHURCH ACCOMPANIST - John Herbert . . . . . . . . .973.835.0374 x 192 j jherbert@stmarys-pompton.orgOUTREACH MINISTRY - Joanne Miller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.0374 joanne@stmarys-pompton.orgR.C.I.A. - Beverly Kass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .973.229.1134 bevkass@mac.comSCHOOL - Carol La Salle, Principal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.2010 clasalle@stmarys-pompton.org SOCIAL JUSTICE - Jacquelyn Schramm . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.0374x191 jschramm@stmarys-pompton.orgSPIRITUAL DIRECTION Beverly Joan Delleart, Certified Spiritual Dir . . . . . 973.835.0374x709 bjdsd@optonline.net STEPHEN MINISTRY Beverly Joan Delleart, Certified Spiritual Dir. . . . . 973.835.0374x113 bjdsm@optonline.net YOUTH MINISTRY - Anne Silversey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.5594x103 anne@stmarys-pompton.org Confirmation - Patricia Newton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 973.835.5594x160 pat@stmarys-pompton.org Religious Education 6,7,8 - Mary Ann Werner . . . . 973.835.5594.161 maryann@stmarys-pompton.org High School Youth Ministry - John Darcey . . . . . . 973.835.5594x117 john@stmarys-pompton.org Youth Administrative Asst. - Michele Walek . . . . . 973.835.5594x138 michelewalek@stmarys-pompton.org.

MON—October 22Eucharistic Adoration 8:00 AM Prayer RoomMedical Assistance Program 7:00 PM Carnevale CenterELL Classes 7:30 PM Carnevale Center

TUES—October 23St. Mary’s Active Seniors 1:00 PM Downey HallCentering Prayer 7:00 PM Carnevale CenterSecular Franciscans 7:30 PM Carnevale Center

WED—October 24Catholicism 101 10:00 AM Carnevale CenterSt. Mary’s Seniors 1:00 PM Downey HallShawl Ministry 7:00 PM Carnevale CenterCatholicism 101 7:00 PM Downey HallELL Classes 7:30 PM Carnevale Center

THURS—October 25Lectio Divina 8:15 AM Prayer RoomJustFaith 202 7:00 PM Carnevale CenterPrayer Service - Lectors/EMHC 7:30 PM ChurchK of C Meeting 7:30 PM Carnevale Center

SUN—October 28Winter Coat Collection 8:00 AM Parking Lot

DATE/MINISTRY TIME PLACE

Weekly Calendar

Save the Dates Lessons and Carols ..............................2 Thanksgiving Dinner ...........................2 Women’s Advent Reflection ................2Sr. Arlene Kollar - Caritas Award ..........7Stephen Ministry .....................................8St. Francis Week Celebration .................9St. Mary’s School Dinner/Tricky Tray ..............................7The Parish Store .......................................9The Pastor’s Desk.....................................4Weddings ...................................................3Weekly Calendar ......................................2Women’s Communion Breakfast ..............7

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Save the Dates!Saturday, November 17, our 38th Annual Thanksgiving Dinner for Nursing and Group Homes, as well as home-bound. Volunteers needed.

Sunday, December 16, 2:30 PM in church.Our annual Lessons and Carols Service - Please take time out of your busy holiday schedule to reflect with us through scripture and music.

Saturday, December 1, 8:30 - 11:30 AM An Advent Morning of Reflection for Women - Living Lives of Faith, Hope and Love - Guided by Mother Mary and Mother Theresa

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Eucharistic CelebrationsPara-liturgical Services (PLS)

MONDAY October 227:30 AM † Maria Christina Padilla & Ramona Vasquez

TUESDAY October 237:30 AM † Maria Christina Padilla & Ramona Vasquez

WEDNESDAY October 247:30 AM † Mercedes Diaz (1st Ann.)

THURSDAY October 257:30 AM L David Punda FRIDAY October 267:30 AM † Victor Ramirez Jr. (7th Ann.) SATURDAY October 279:00 AM (PLS) Special Intention

C-Celebrant — H-Homilist

SATURDAY October 275:00 PM † Andy Schweighardt (8th Ann.) C-Fr. Frank † William Craig, Eleanor Scala H-Deacon Hal † Jason Cioletti, Cesar Amanzo L Victorio R. Tolentino Jr. † Helen Fox (9th Ann.)

9:00 PM † June Ryan C-Fr. RichardH-Deacon Hal

SUNDAY October 287:30 AM † Edith Jennings (3rd Ann.) C-Fr. Richard † Joseph JenningsH-Deacon Hal † James F. Hinchman Sr.

9:00 AM † Eleanor & James Killeen C-Fr. Frank † Dr. Bernard CollinsH-Deacon Tom

9:00 AM - Downey Hall For the People of the Parish Spanish Mass C/H-Fr. Gonzalo

10:30 AM † James Messina (interpreted for the † Helen Knutowicz hearing impaired) † Emilia Bresaz C-Fr. Frank H-Deacon Tom

10:30 AM - Downey Hall For the People of the ParishFamily Liturgy C/H-Fr. Richard

12:00 Noon † Edward Rayford C-Fr. Larry † Elizabeth Pellechia (3rd Ann.)H-Fr. Deacon Tom

5:00 PM L Daniel, Monica & Daniela Pineiro C-Fr. LarryH-Deacon Tom

“...a time to be healed...”Kara Fleming, Traci Fox, Marit Francis, Jeannine Walston, Delaney Brown, Patrice Morse, William Todd, Francis Walsh, Patricia Shauger, Kait-lyn Clemens, Jessie Vieira, Vince Godwin, Gene Hiller, Paul Leary, Nancy Brennan, Gregory Manning, Dick Brodeur, Michael McKernan, Karen Rich-ard, Cindy Grecco, May Messaros, Chloe Drucks, Joan Parker, Glo-ria Godleski, Thomas Klauser, Maureen Karson, Dylan Ackerman, Jim Rose, Bob Gordon Jr., Craig Carlos, Janet Carlos, Lily Schouten, Vivian Constanzo, Angela Saletto, William Felber, Roseanne Greco, Betty Jo Piccolo, Victorio R. Tolentino Jr., Lita Rodriguez, Jane Sanestano, Diane Whitmore, Marilynn Lane, David Punda, Louise S., Vincent P., Judy & Vince Grasso, Jack Schloerb

To everything there is a season and...

“...a time to love...”Mallory Rapp and Jeffrey O’ConnellMeghan Cleary and Michael Ciaburri

“...a time to die...”Dolores Kozlowski, Jesus Humberto Torres-Mendoza,

James Kane

The Altar Flowers this week have been donated in celebration of the 50th Wedding Anniver-

sary of Bob & Arlene Davis from their loving children.

“...a time to serve...”Marine Christopher J. Leone, Afghanistan

Jonathan R. Bonney, 1st Batt., 15th Inf. Reg., IraqCPT Brendan O’Brien, US Army — Spec. James Lennon, Iraq

James Heller, US Army, Ft. Gordan, GA — SO Andrew Charman, USNStaff Sergeant James Sturla, Iraq—PFC Robert Gumney, US Army, Iraq

1st Lt. Joseph Ross, US Army, Iraq—Ensign Jessica T. Atterbury, US NavySean Brasel, US Marine, Iraq — Patrick Brasel, US Navy

Spec. Timothy O’Boyle, US Army, AfghanistanRyan Nicol, Paris Island, SC — Capt. Lawrence A. (Kip) Rainey, US Marine

PFC Mark Booe, US Army Iraq — PFC Joey Del Vecchio, NYC Seaman Laura Shehadch, US Navy— Capt. Michael DeMarco, Iraq, 2nd Tour

SGT Ryan J. Schumacher, US Marine, Afghanistan, 3rd TourPFC Henry Lindstrom, US Army Intelligence—Capt. Erin McCormack, Washington, DC

Airman Jamie Lynn Clayton, US Airforce, Goodfellow AFB, TXCPT James Hanke, Iraq — Cpl. Tim Taffin, US Marine, Iraq

PO2 Ryan Cleary, US Navy, Newport News, VAPFC Nathan Hunt, US Marines, South CarolinaKristie Atelek, Lakeland Air Force Base, Texas

CMCN Michael LeTennier, US Navy, Little Creek, VAJoseph P. Roberts, MCS, 29 Palms, CA—PFC Sean Jennings, US Marine, Afghanistan

SPC Sean J. Carey, 10th Mountain Div., US Army, AfghanistanCorp. Edmund Espanol, US Marine, Afghanistan

SGT Ryan Cronin, US Army, Afghanistan—PFC Brian O’Boyle, US Army, KoreaSPC Matt Hooben, US Army, Ft. Wainwright, AK

SO Chris Sabatini, US Navy—SO David Welsh, US NavySO Justin Bensinger, US Navy, PVT Devin Taranto, USMC

CPT Christopher DeFiori, U.S. Army—CSM Robert Hammerle, Army, Iraq LTJG Brian Schoenig, Riverine Squadron Three, Yorktown, VA

LCpl Michael Formisano III, US Marines, AfghanistanLCpl Dylan Sylvestri, US Marines, Afghanistan

SSG Kevin Carey, 3rd Special Forces Group, AfghanistanCpl Ricky Juliano, US Marines, Afghanistan

Cpl Sean Lynch, US Marines, 5th Dep. AfghanistanSPC Brian R. Sudol, 10th Mountain Div., US Army, Afghanistan

Sgt. Mark Ashley, USMC Afghanistan—Lt. Matthew Abazia, US NavySPC Dean V. Lucas, US Army, Monterrey, CA

LCpl Ryan J. Heppel, US Marines, Afghanistan—Airmen Karlie Sonne, Lackland AFB, TXLCpl Michael C. Yodice, US Marines, Okinawa

LCpl Jeffrey L. Calzaretta, US Marines, Camp Pendeleton, CA

“...a time to be born...”Julianna Culotta, Gavin Tacinelli-Honsberger, Aiden Picinich,

Lucas Rizzo, Davis Wildt, Valerie Cestone

Tthe Bread and Wine this week have been donated to wish a happy 50th Wedding Anniver-

sary to Arlene & Bob Davis from their loving children.

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The PasTor’s Desk

Every once in a while it is important to remind ourselves that we all belong to something greater than ourselves. Individuals belong to communities, communities belong to larger communities and we all belong to God. The community of St. Mary’s belongs to the community of the Diocese of Paterson. As a parish of the diocese, we are subject to all sorts of things, not the least of which is a fi-nancial obligation to the diocese. Every parish with a parish school pays a financial assessment of 8% of its annual income. This is an important and reasonable program that helps the diocese meet its many expenses, including many of its charitable works. It’s like paying taxes. For the past 5 years the diocese froze every parishs’ assessment based on the income reported in fiscal year 2005-2006. Our assessable income that year was $1,592,838, so our annual assessment for 5 years should have been $127,427 but it was mis-calculated by the diocese, so we actually paid $98,810 per year. This year the diocese decided that the time had come to unfreeze the assessment and recalculate it based on the parish income for fiscal year 2010-2011. Our assessable income was $2,478,993 so as a result our new assessment is $198,318. I’ll give you a moment to catch your breath before I continue!As you can see, our assessment more than doubled, yet our income did not. So what’s going on? The diocese made a mistake 5 years ago in our favor. We submitted the proper income and expense report; however we took a deduction for religious education pay-roll expenses that was not allowed, so the diocese requested and we submitted an amended report. However, unbeknownst to us, the diocese calculated our assessment on the original report submitted, not the amended report. So for 5 years we paid an assessment that was lower than it should have been, but we didn’t know it. Now we are faced with this huge increase. I have asked the diocese to allow us time to gradually increase our assessment until it reaches $198,318 but as of this writing I have not heard back from the diocese. Obviously, this will put a strain on our parish budget. Our finance director, Greg Stripeikis, and our accounting manager, Carol Tarlo, are working very hard to make the necessary adjust-ments to the budget so that our services will not suffer. Unfor-tunately, I was forced to cancel a scheduled and much-deserved pay raise for the parish staff. I will keep you posted as this all progresses.Another project of the diocese that will affect the parish is its capital campaign called Partners in Faith. This is a 5-year, $40 million campaign for the capital needs of the diocese which include major repairs to the cathedral, Catholic Charities, Catholic Schools and diocesan priests’ health care. Each parish has been given a goal based on 85% of its income in fiscal year 2010-2011. The goal for St. Mary’s is $1,345,000. It is important to keep in mind that this is a goal and not an assessment. If the parish does not meet the goal, it will not be required to make up the difference. The parish will be able to keep 25% of all funds raised up to the parish goal and 60% of all funds raised over the goal. St. Mary’s is in phase

three of the campaign, so our efforts will begin in September 2013. Once again, I’ll keep you posted.

Moving on! Our GIFT program fall semester is in full swing. We partner with a number of area parishes in this great adult educa-tion program. We are happy to now be offering GIFT programs all year and at our different parish sites. Please check the bulletin and website for the program offerings. GIFT is a great way to learn more about our faith, scripture and our life as a church.

Today we are happy to welcome Franciscan Fr. Dan Horan, OFM to St. Mary’s. Fr. Dan will speak at all the masses and offer a pro-gram after the 12 noon mass on his new book, Dating God. This book is a great reflection on our life in relationship to God. The program will take place in Catherine Spina Hall.

By now you’ve all received a letter from me about Faith Direct. Faith Direct is an easy and convenient program to use and they even have a cool app for your iPhone! You will soon be getting a letter from me with more details about Faith Direct. In the mean- time, you may also want to visit the Faith Direct website, www.faithdirect.net, or call their toll-free number, 866.507.8757, for more information. If you so choose, you can also securely enroll online by using our parish code NJ23.

And just reminder to keep yourself informed as the Presidential election approaches. You can check out 2 excellent resources: the United States Catholic Bishops’ document Faithful Citizen-ship found at www.faithfulcitizenship,org or www.usccb.org and the Franciscans of Holy Name Province document called Franciscans are not “party animals.” This document provides broad parameters for our conscience formation drawing on the Franciscan tradition of five interconnected parameters that can guide our discernment. They are Care for Creation, consistent ethic of life, preferential option for the poor, peacemaking and the common good. The entire document can be found at http://www.hnp.org/jpic/election-2012.cfm.

Finally, sisters and brothers, we received word last Sunday after-noon that Fr. Gonzalo’s father, Jesus Humberto Torres-Mendoza died in Bogota, Columbia. Fr. Gonzalo left for Columbia on Tuesday. Please keep him and his family in your prayers.

Pace e Bene,

Fr. Frank Sevola, OFMPastorFr. Frank can be reached at fsevola@stmarys-pompton.org

Dear Friends, May the Lord give you peace!

(Continued in next column)

It was a great week at St. Mary’s and I’m looking forward to another one to come. Thanks for all you do for us and have a great week yourself!

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Tickets available by calling Pathways at 973.835.6337 OR at the Parish Office.

Presents

A Wine Tasting Event Featuring Wines from the CAVA Winery and Vineyard

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3 6:00 TO 8:00 PM

AT THE CARNEVALE CENTER

$15

FULL GLASSES OF WINE AVAILABLE FOR $5.00 EACHDiscount prices for bottle purchases!

(Per person includes wine tastings and appetizers)

Learn from the owner about the grape varieties used

and how to get maximum pleasure from your wines!

Must be 21 years of ageto enter event.

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High SchoolIf you have any questions about the High School program, please contact John Darcey at 973.835.5594, ext. 117 or john@stmarys-pompton.org.

Register online for Middle School events at www.stmarys-pompton.org and click “Online Parish Program Registration.” Questions? Contact Mary Ann at 973.835.5594, ext. 161 or maryann@stmarys-pompton.org.

Middle School

Confirmation If you have any questions or comments about the Confirmation Program, please contact Pat Newton at 973.835.5594, ext. 160 or pat@stmarys-pompton.org.

Movie Night— All High School students are welcome to attend! We meet in the basement of the Youth Center from 7:30 - 10:00 PM every Wednesday evening.

Did You Register Your 7th Grader for Religious Education? If not, please register immediately. https://registration. stmarys-pompton.com/custom/?CFID=28322355&CFTOKEN=87570748. Class times cannot now be guaranteed. All regis-trations are filled on a first-come, first-filled basis.

Connect with us....http://www.facebook.com/stmarysymhttps://twitter.com/#!/stmarysym

Middle School Religious Education

HOPE service opportunities and meeting dates for the 2012-2013 year have been set and are posted on our website. Please visit www.stmarys-pompton.org and click the youth ministry tab.

NURSING HOME BUDDIES—Needed for November 3! Join us to spend an hour with the residents of Oak Ridge and Lakeview Nursing Homes making crafts, playing games and sharing good times! Meet in the Youth Center dining room at 9:45 AM and return to St. Mary’s by 11:00 AM. Register online at https://registration.stmarys-pompton.com/custom/?CFID=28322355&CFTOKEN=87570748.

HOPE—Our next HOPE meeting is Thursday, November 1, in the Youth Center from 7:00 to 8:00 PM.

OPEN GYM—Join us on Tuesday, October 23, 7:00-8:00 PM in St. Mary’s School Gym for some fun and games with your friends.

Confirmation Service Hours—For 2012-2013, each candidate is required to complete 10 hours of service a year be-tween May 1, 2012, and March 31, 2013. Any service performed within a St. Mary’s ministry does not need to be preapproved. Need service ideas? • Volunteer at the Food Pantry. Email foodpantry@stmarys-

pompton.org for information.• Sign up at the front desk to help at the Soup Kitchen on the

third Saturday of each month. Call 973.835.0374 to register. • Register on line to volunteer for Mrs. Banta’s 1st and 2nd grade

CCD Advent Workshops being held in December.

To register for any youth ministry events, visit www.stmarys-pompton.org

If you have any questions or comments concerning the Middle School Religious Education or Middle School programs, please contact Mary Ann Werner at 973.835.5594, ext. 161 or maryann@stmarys-pompton.org.

St. Mary’s High School Youth Basketball: All boys in grades 9-12 are welcome to join in this fun, non-competitive, pick-up style basketball program starting in early December. Games are played Thursday evenings from 7-9 PM. Evaluations to be held Thursday, November 1, and Thursday, November 15, in St. Mary’s gym at 7 PM. All players must be evaluated. A parental permission form must be signed and handed in at evaluations. No late sign-ups! Registration is $50 per player. Register online at www.stmarys-pompton.org; click the online registration tab. Coaches Needed!

Special Event for Phase 2 Candidates—Sunday, Oc-tober 28, all Confirmation candidates will meet from 7:00 - 9:00 PM for a special presentation in Downey Hall. This will take the place of regular meetings for October 28 and October 30.

Save the Date—7th Grade Leader’s Planning Meeting, Tuesday, December 11, 7:00 PM in the Youth Center.

Special Event for 6th Graders—This Sunday, October 21, 7:30-8:45 PM in Catherine Spina Hall (church basement). This is in lieu of their regular scheduled class time; no books are necessary.

Breast Cancer Awareness—Members of HOPE will be outside the church today distributing information to help raise awareness for breast cancer.

Faith Direct

Did you know that now you can give to St. Mary’s Parish using your iPhone? This month Faith Direct introduced

their new iPhone app. Existing Faith Direct users can now manage every aspect of their account right from their iPhone or iPad. This exciting new addition to eGiving at St. Mary’s Parish is another great reason to use Faith Direct for your gifts of treasure.To learn more about the Faith Direct iPhone App or to down-load the app to your iPhone, visit www.faithdirect.net and follow the instructions given.

Don’t have a Faith Direct account? Enroll online by visiting www.faithdirect.net and use our church code, NJ23, or pick up an enrollment form from the parish office to get started!

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St. Mary’s Home School AssociationAnnual Dinner/Tricky TrayTuesday November 13 - 5:30 PM

at the Bethwood

Dinner tickets are $35 per person and must be purchased by November 9.

For tickets and information contact Colleen (973.839.2435); tickets also available online! Seating is limited and no tickets will be sold at the door.

Advance raffle ticket sale—“Everything-you-need raffle tickets package” is $50 and will be waiting for you at the door! Call Loriann at 973.432.4113; also available online!

REGISTRATION FORM: Return to School Office or Parish Office and mark envelope “Tricky Tray.”Name:__________________________________________Address:________________________________________Phone No._______________________________________#Attending @$35 each:___________________________Payment Enclosed:_______________________________

Include names of people at your table (up to 10).

Elementary Religious Education Grades 1-5

Regular Hours: Monday through Thursday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM — Closed Friday

Sr. Arlene Kollar2012 Recipient of the Catholic Charities

Caritas “Award for Service”

Please join us at the Birchwood Manor Inn, Whippany, NJ, Saturday, November 3.

For more information, please call 973-839-3444, Ext. 110 for Pat Rizzo, Ext. 111 for Diane Snowden or Ext. 117 for Joe Donnelly.

September 2012 Sunday and Misc. Midweek Collection $98,934September 2012 Faith Direct Monthly 42,248Total Received $141,182

September 2011 Sunday and Misc. Midweek Collection $85,158September 2011 Faith Direct Monthly 31,660Total Received $116,818

Increase for September $24,364Please note: there were 5 weeks in September 2012 and only 4 weeks in September 2011.

We are most grateful for your generous support

given to the pastoral needs of our parish!

Collection Update

St. Mary’s Women’s Spirituality Committee Presents…

A Women’s Communion Breakfast

Saturday, November 3, 9:00 - 11:30 AMGuest Speaker: Melina Rudman

Mass: 9 AM in churchBreakfast and reflection:

9:30 - 11:30 AM in Carnevale Center

Register online at registration.stmarys-pompton.org or come in to the parish office and fill out a form. Registration fee $15, includes continental breakfast.

What is our Catholic Faith all about today?What/how do we pass it on to our children?

Introduction to CatechesisMonday, November 12 and 19 – Tuesday, November 27

7:30 - 9:00 PM - Carnevale CenterA 3-part presentation by Fr. Derek Anderson, Diocesan Director of Catechesis. In simple terms, Father presents the heart of our Faith and how to pass it on.

https://registration.stmarys-pompton.com/custom/?CFID=28322355&CFTOKEN=87570748

(counts towards certification for religion teachers)(a donation of $25 is suggested – if possible)

Coming in November for Parents & Religion Teachers!

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Food Pantry—Thank you Cub Scout Pack 38!

Catholicism

Fall Adult Faith Formation Program

What’s Needed Now?—We are still low on coffee and tea (decaf, regular and instant), juices (large 64 oz. size),

Come and see one of the most vivid Adult Faith programs that has ever been produced.

Ministry News

NOTE: All sessions will be on Wednesdays: eve-ning sessions at 7:00 PM in Downey Hall; morning sessions at 10:00 AM in Room 101 of the Carnevale Center.Attendance at one episode is not a “pre-requisite” to attend the others. Each episode is self contained, so feel free to come to one, some or all of the presentations! Please register https://registration.stmarys-pompton.com/custom

Creator and host, Fr. Robert Barron, shows WHAT Catholics believe and WHY. All ten episodes of this video series will be shown over the next 8 months. Q&A and discussion during the showing of each episode.

The fall schedule is below:Oct 24 - Episode 3: The Ineffable Mystery of God Nov 7 - Episode 4: Our Tainted Nature’s Solitary Boast- Mary, the Mother of GodNov 14 - Episode 5: The Indispensable Men - St. Peter & St. Paul

PROJECT LINC, an agency of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Paterson, is in need of a vehicle to replace the 2002 Focus that recently became mechanically dead. We need a car to serve the seniors in our area for doctors’ visits and food shopping and are looking for a car that is 2008 or younger and in good condition; it is a tax write-off for you. If you can help us, please contact Sister Mary Farrell at Project LINC, 973.831.6588.

We give a Big Shout Out and extend our grateful thanks to Cub Scout Pack 38 who collected and delivered over 426 bags of food to the Food Pantry last Saturday, October 13. We extend our humble thanks to our volunteers and two Confirmation Candi-dates who date-sorted and shelved all of the food the Cub Scouts brought to the Food Pantry. Many thanks to all of our parishioners who donated food for our October Targeted Food Drive and to the Boy Scouts who manned the truck all weekend! Thank you, Thank you all!

pasta (not spaghetti) and pasta sauce (jars), stuffing mix, gravy, cranberry sauce, canned yams and milk (like Parmalot 32-oz size).

Remember— Later this month, we will begin to ask for small tur-keys (10-12 lbs.) for Thanksgiving. Thank you again for your on-going generosity.

Listed below are the dates for our next “Targeted Food Drive” held on the 2nd Sunday of each month (NOTE changes in requested items.)

November 11—Paper products (i.e. toilet paper, paper towels), laundry and dish detergent.December 9 – Cereal and shelf-stable milk (such as Parmalot 32-oz. size).

Prayer Shawls Available—Anyone interested in a prayer shawl for a special need [to celebrate special, joyous occasions, to console those in need, to give hope or to com-fort], please contact the Parish Office at 973.835.0374.

St. Mary’s Seniors of Pompton Lakes—Tuesday, October 23, Oktoberfest at Platzl Brauhaus in Pomona, NY. $45 cost includes luncheon, music, dancing, German entertainment. Bus leaves Pompton Lakes at 9:30 AM. Please call Madeline Morse at 973.835.3344 or Jo Usinowicz at 973.616.0980.

Can You Help?—The Wednesday morning church-cleaning crew needs YOU! They get together at 8:00 AM and clean and vacuum the church. Please call Mary Ungemach at 973.839.0487 and be part of this great ministry. Many hands make light the work!

Christ Caring for People through People

For someone whose heart feels wounded or life seems broken…a Stephen Minister is a gift of love.

Our Vision StatementSaint Mary’s Stephen Ministry extends Christ-centered

care-giving so we may be the compassionate and healing presence of Christ for others who are

facing life’s challenges so they will never feel alone. We put our faith into action and respond to

Jesus’ commandment of “Whatever you did for one of these least brothers

of Mine, you did for Me.” – Matthew 25:40

Beverly DelleartDirector of Stephen MinistryCertified Spiritual Director973-835-0374, ext 113Beverly@stmarys-pompton.org

Outreach—Buckets will be at the doors of the church next weekend to collect loose change—no bills—to help the poor in our community.

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Pathways Counseling Center, Inc.973.835.6337

Dr. Mathilda Catarina, Clinical DirectorEmail: dr.catarina@pathwayscounseling.orgPeg Buczek, Administrative ManagerEmail: pegb@pathwayscounseling.orgGary V. Cupo, Board of Trustees ChairmanPathways Counseling Center: 16 Pompton Avenue Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442

Website: www.pathwayscounseling.orgFax: 973.616.4688

Religious Articles & Gifts 326 Wanaque Ave., Pompton Lakes

973.835.0009theparishstore@optimum.net

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

Thursday: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

The Parish Store

The annual St. Joseph Sunday missal is now available and can be purchased for $4.50.

Over the years, the feedback GIFT has constantly received is that adults are interested in taking advantage

of opportunities to learn about our faith throughout the year – not just during the months of January and February. We heard you and are pleased to offer classes to help you grow in your faith during the Fall, Winter, Spring, on Saturdays and at different GIFT parishes. We pray that these changes will enable you continue to Grow in Faith and Theology!

GIFT Class B: Giving Flesh to Holiness: Saints as Living Witness to the Gospel “Saints are hints of what God is like...,” writes Father Andrew Greeley. Probe the richness of this treasure of our Catholic tradition with a celebration of the men and women who, throughout the ages, have lived with the Lord even while living among us. Why are they worthy of both our ven-eration and imitation? In this class, we will explore the theological and spiritual underpinnings we find in the great saints who serve as a “cloud of witnesses” and are members with us in the Church visible and invisible.

Instructor: Dr. Linda Barratte Location: Holy Spirit Church in Pequannock, Saturday, November 3 and November 10 from 9:00 AM to Noon.

GIFT Fall 2012 Semester

IBM Employee Charitable Contribution Campaign—Pathways Counseling is listed in the IBM Employee Charitable Contribution Campaign. If you are looking to make a contribution to Pathways, please use code # OM660. Any contribution is very much appreciated. Should you have any questions, please call us at 973.835.6337. Thank you.

To register and get more information on these classes please visit - https://registration.stmarys-pompton.com/custom/

GIFT Class C: A Journey to Bethlehem with St. Matthew and St. Luke Take a break from the holiday madness and mayhem and find out about the real meaning of Christmas as recorded in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke. This class will examine the first two chapters of each of these Gospel texts that recount the Infancy Narratives describing the birth of Jesus Christ. Both Matthew and Luke have a different and important message to communicate about how Our Savior came into the world and how it was that the first two disciples of Christ, Joseph and Mary, walked by faith and not by sight on their own pilgrimage to the tiny village of Bethlehem 2,000 years ago.

Instructors: Fr. Larry Anderson, OFM and Steve Kass Location: Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish in Wayne, Wednesday, November 28, December 5 and 12, 7:15 - 9:00 PM.

Oct. 21: “Dating God” Join Fr. Dan Horan, OFM after the 12:00 PM Mass as he discusses his new book, Dating God. “The Jour-ney to God,” says Fr. Dan, “is a lot like dating.” You have to get to know God in the same way and in a similar process as you would with someone you date, when you want to explore another person’s truest self. Catherine Spina Hall from 1:00 - 2:30 PM.

St. Francis Week Celebration

The Lighted Path—A six-week bereavement course beginning Tuesday, October 23, from 7:30 to 9:00 PM. If you are coping with the loss of a loved one, family member, friend or co-worker, please feel free to join this group. There is no fee but registration required; call 973.835.6377 for more information or to register.

Recently Widowed Workshop—A six-week bereavement group beginning Wednesday, October 24, from 7:30 to 9:00 PM. Widows and widowers are faced with so many changes in life; coming together can be a source of support as the healing process is worked through. There is no fee, but registration is required; please call 973.835.6337. Registrants should plan to attend all six sessions.

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Community News

8th Annual Vendor/Craft & Bake Sale—Sunday, November 4, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM at the Bloomingdale Fire-men’s Hall in Bloomingdale. Support the Bloomingdale Fire Dept. Ladies Auxiliary Fundraiser; if you are a vendor and inter-ested in participating, please call Denise 862.377.1914.

1st Annual Health & Wellness Fair—Saturday, November 10, 8:00 - 11:00 AM in the Carnevale Center. Learn about senior health information, nutrition, exercise and more; free car seat inspection and fitness obstacle course for kids. Free screen-ings include: skin cancer, blood pressure, hearing and more. SMAC Screening $22. Please call the Pompton Lakes Health Department at 973.835.0143, ext. 235

Dine & Donate for Department for Persons with Disabilities—By dining at Thatcher McGhee’s Pompton Lakes on November 5, 6, 7 or 8, the DPD will receive 20% of the sales.Go to www.facebook.com\dpdcc and click on the flyer to down-

Note: Daily readings can be found on the website of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. The website is www.usccb.org. When you get to the homepage click on the Daily Readings calendar on the far right.

EMHC Training Session

Thursday, November 29, 7:00 PM in church— If you are a confirmed Catholic (adult or teenager 17 and over), a registered member of the parish and are a regular attendee at Sunday mass, this is a good opportunity to become an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion (EMHC) and be part of a wonderful liturgical ministry.

Steve Kass, director of our Adult Faith Ministry, will be conducting the training session. Please contact Gisela Moore at 973.835.5841, ext. 119 or email to gisela@st-marys-pompton.org to register or if you have questions.

While new ministers are welcome at all masses, we have a strong need at our 5:00 PM Saturday mass and at our 7:30 AM, 5:00 and 9:00 PM Sunday masses.