Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church 120 Prospect Street, Nutley, New Jersey 07110 July 13, 2014
15th Sunday in Ordinary Time Rev. Dennis E. Reiff Pastor Rev. Kevin Schott Parochial Vicar Rev. Matthew Kunnath In Residence Deacon Aldo Antola Pastoral Associate Sr. Mary Rose Conforto, MPF Director of Religious Education Andrew Cardona Music Director
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, Pray for us.
Mass Schedule Monday-Friday: 7 a.m. and 8 a.m. Saturday Morning: 7:30 a.m. Sunday: Saturday, 5 p.m. Sunday: 7 a.m., 9:15 a.m., 10:45 a.m., and 12:15 p.m. Holy Days: As Announced Sacrament of Reconciliation Weekdays after the 8 a.m. Mass Saturday: 4-5 p.m. Devotions Infant of Prague Novena: Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Novena: Wednesday following the 7 a.m. and 8 a.m. Masses First Friday Devotions: Resume in October
Mission Statement Our mission as a holy parish is to communicate and to celebrate the life and spirit of Jesus by our word and actions in order to build a dynamic, loving, caring and outreaching community of faith. Rectory Hours Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The rectory is closed between 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. Closed Fridays during the months of July and August. Rectory Phone Numbers (973) 667-2580 (973) 661-1623 Fax: (973) 667-0648 Emails
[email protected] [email protected] Website www.olmc-nutley.org
Marriages Please schedule at least ONE YEAR in advance of your wedding. Pre-Cana and other instruction sessions are required. Sacraments of Healing Please notify the parish office if someone is ill at home or in the hospital. Baptisms We request parents attend a Baptism Instruction Session before the birth of their child. The Sacrament of Baptism is usually celebrated the third Sunday of each month, except during Lent (when we will not celebrate the sacrament until Easter). All Baptisms are scheduled in person at the rectory. Parish Membership All are welcome to join our Parish Family. Parish policy requires registration to participate in Baptism, Marriage and Religion Classes. Please notify the office when a change of address or move occurs.
July 13, 2014 ~ 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Prayers for Health Reasons Saturday 7:30 a.m.
July 12 Deceased Members of the Liskowicz Family Pat Mosco
5 p.m. Sunday 7 a.m. 9:15 a.m.
July 13 Salvatore and Antoinette Rotunda Deceased Members of the Tuorto Family Deceased Members of the Laudati Family and Howard Lungren Marie Buono
10:45 a.m. 12:15 p.m. Monday 7 a.m. 8 a.m.
July 14 Joseph Liquori Deceased Members of the McEnery Family
Tuesday 7 a.m. 8 a.m.
July 15 Nancy and Louis Ferraro Angela Candiloro
Wednesday 7 a.m. 8 a.m.
July 16 Angelo and Michael Romano Our Lady of Mt. Carmel
Thursday 7 a.m. 8 a.m.
July 17 Anna and Harry Roman Soledad Rafer (Nanay)
Friday 7 a.m. 8 a.m.
July 18 Antonetta Rotunda Antoinette Rotunda
Saturday 7:30 a.m. 5 p.m.
July 19 Joseph Russomano The Adamkiewicz Family
Sunday 7 a.m. 9:15 a.m. 10:45 a.m. 12:15 p.m.
July 20 Violet A. Solimo Florence Barberio Michael Conlon Janice and Ken Stoyack 34th Anniversary
Josephine Benimeo, George Berkovich, Lucy Calvanese, Alicia Cardona, Rudolfo Clavecilla, Rosemary De Lanzo, Ana Marie de Vera, Donald and Shirley Di Benedetto, Joshua Di Costanzo, Richard Dinzes, Grace Fiore, Joan Gabriele, Connie Garcia, James Hamilton, Edward Keane, Gloria Klima, Lucille, Eve McKay, Madeline Micael, Hoyt Peavy, Maria A. Penaranda, Evelyn Perry, Vincent Petracco, Isabella Piccininno, Albert Reyes, Jocelyn Reyes, Marie Rispoli, Anne Rotonda, Stephen Sawruk, Janice Stoyack, Mariana Toledo, Joan Tomol, James Tressito.
Mass Intentions Masses are scheduled in person during office hours. Come to the Rectory to: ♦ Schedule a Mass for a loved one (living or deceased). Offering: Monday-Saturday morning, $10; Saturday, 5 p.m. and Sunday, $15. ♦ Make an offering in honor or in memory of a loved one for The Living Flame ($10), Bread and Wine ($25), or Altar Flowers ($30).
Baptism Preparation If you are expectant parents, please arrange to attend our Baptismal Instruction Program before the birth of your child. Baptismal Instruction and Baptisms must be scheduled in person, at the rectory. There is a processing fee of $25. The next Baptism is scheduled for Sunday, July 20 at 2 p.m. The next Baptismal Instruction Course is Sunday, November 9 at 2 p.m.
During the months of July and August the rectory will be closed on Fridays. Our Collection for June 29 was $4,198. Our Utility Collection for June was $1,748. Our PSE&G bill was $1,283.44 Our Collection for July 6 was $4,837.
As you give to the Lord, may He bless you in return.
The Sanctuary Light honoring the Eucharistic Presence of Our Lord in the Tabernacle is lit this week in Loving Memory of Alan Greco The Bread and Wine offering this week in Loving Memory of Angelo Candiloro Church Flowers were donated this week in Honor of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Page 2 ~ 577~ Our Lady of Mt. Carmel
July 13, 2014 ~ 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time Religious Education ~We will celebrate a children’s Mass every Sunday at 10:45 a.m. All children and parents are encouraged to attend. ~Registration has begun for the 2014-2015 school year. Parents are encouraged to register children early. Registration forms can also be downloaded by visiting our website or you can pick them up at the rectory during office hours.
Sunday Mass Schedule Saturday: 5 p.m. Sunday: 7 a.m., 9:15 a.m., 10:45 a.m., 12:15 p.m.
Pro-Life Baby Shower: Sunday, July 20, 2 p.m. Donations of new items of clothing (sizes 3 months to 3T), diapers of all sizes, baby wipes, bottles, formula, bath blankets, shampoo, baby lotion, baby powder, and socks are welcomed. Light refreshments will be served in the Parish Hall. Even if you cannot make it to the Shower, we ask that you make a donation to make a difference in the lives of the children and their mothers. The following groups will benefit from your donations: Passaic Family Head Start, Home Visitation Program, and Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ, and the Women’s Center of Passaic and Passaic High School Teenagers Pregnancy Program. If you plan to attend or need information, call Denise Roman, (973) 542-0191. 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time
2014 Archbishop’s Annual Appeal This year the theme of the Appeal is When I Called, You Answered. It comes from Psalm 138 where the psalmist thanks God for hearing his prayer. God calls us also and we answer in many ways. The Archbishops Annual Appeal (AAA) is one way God calls and our participation is our answer to Him. The AAA provides the poor with food, shelter and clothing; makes religious education, spiritual guidance and CYO athletics available for the young; ensures the future leadership of the Church with seminarian education and training; and most importantly, brings Christ’s Good News to the people of the Archdiocese. Supporting the Archbishop’s Annual Appeal is our thanks to God for hearing our prayers. Pencils and AAA envelopes will be located in the church pews and in the back of the church. Thank you.
YANA Our Parish Bereavement Support Group will meet on Wednesday, August 13 from 7:30 p.m.-9 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Our Support Group is open to anyone (parishioner or non-parishioner) who has suffered the loss of a friend, relative or a loved one. There is no charge and reservations are not required. All you need is an open mind and an open heart. Let us try to help you through this time of grief.
Choir Practice$ Junior Choir: Every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. Adults: Every Tuesday at 8 p.m. Interested? Call Andrew, (347) 678-6702
“The seed sown among thorns is the one who hears the word but then the cares of the world and the lure of riches choke the word and it bears no fruit.” ~Matthew 13:22 Does the lure of riches and material goods choke God out of your life? Are you so caught up in worldly activities and anxieties that you have no time for God? Good stewardship is a life-style to be lived every day. It effects all the decisions we make. It’s not just the time we spend at Mass every Sunday.
Stewardship We have an obligation to share with others, that which God has given us. Share your time, and talents. Men and women can become involved in the life of our Parish by becoming an Altar Server, Catechist, Choir Member, Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist, Lector, and/or Usher. By taking an active role in the liturgical life, and service of the Parish, you can have a wonderful experience. We are especially in need of men and women to volunteer their time as Lectors and Eucharistic Ministers. Feel free to fill out the form on page 5 and drop it in the collection basket or call the rectory.
The Week Ahead in our Parish Sunday, July 13 OLMC Feast Mass, 12:15 p.m. Tuesday, July 15 Infant of Prague Novena, 7:30 p.m. Choir Practice, 8 p.m. Sunday, July 20 Assessment Collection Baptism, 2 p.m. Pro-Life Baby Shower, 2 p.m.
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OLMC Feast Mass and Procession The Feast of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel is Wednesday, July 16. 16 The Feast Mass in her honor will be Sunday, July 13 at 12:15 p.m. We are proud to announce that the main Celebrant and Homilist will be Archbishop Bernard Hebda. Hebda An outdoor procession with music by the Red Mike Festival Band and fellowship will follow. Join us for the celebration! Holy Father’s Prayer Intentions for July
Support Group for Those Who are Separated or Divorced In September, OLMC is starting a 10 -session program, for those who are separated, recently divorced or going through the process of divorce. Our mission is first, to support emotionally and spiritually those who have suffered the loss of the marital relationship, and second, to offer a caring, compassionate and confidential environment for the sharing of experiences. The group size is limited and advance registration is required - no walk-ins. Please call the Rectory during regular business hours to register. All sessions will be held on Monday evenings from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Parish Hall. All calls are confidential and there is no fee in order to attend.
It’s That Time of Year Again? Attend Mass While on Vacation In his Apostolic Letter, Dies Domini, “On Keeping the Holy Day”, Pope John Paul II said, “Pastors should remind the faithful that when they are away from home on Sundays they are to take care to attend Mass wherever they may be, enriching the local community with their personal witness (DD 49)”. While you are vacationing, please do not miss Mass. If you do not know the location of the local church while you are away, you can visit www.masstimes.org and get Mass schedules from around the world.
Oliver’s corner Dear God, Could you explain again why dogs are not allowed on a Greyhound bus? ~From Pets’ Letters to God
Sports. That sports may always be occasions of human fraternity and growth. Lay Missionaries. That the Holy Spirit may support the work of the laity who proclaim the Gospel in the poorest countries.
Proper Warm Weather Attire for Mass Now that the warmer weather is upon us, it is important that we dress appropriately and modestly for Mass. Here are some rules to follow for appropriate Mass attire during the summer months: ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦
Hemlines on skirts fall near the knee Hemlines on shorts fall near the knee (no shortshorts) Shoulders and midriffs are covered Necklines are modest (no low cut blouses) No muscle tee-shirts No exposed undergarments
Monthly 50/50 Tickets On Sale Now! Buy your tickets after all weekend masses or stop by the rectory during office hours. Next Drawing: Sunday, July 27, 1:15 p.m. Raffle tickets make fabulous gifts for every occasion. Remember, if you win, you must produce your stub, so hold on to it! Congratulations to our June winner, Robert Ferraro, Sr. who won $457.50!
Get Involved$ Knights of Columbus To join, email Michael at
[email protected] or call the rectory. Please note that the Knights will be meeting on July 15 and August 19 at 8 p.m. They will resume their regular schedule in September. Adult Handicraft Our crafters will meet Monday, August 4 at 10 a.m. New crafters are always welcome to join. Women’s Auxiliary Meetings will resume in September. The ladies are taking a well deserved break from monthly meetings during the summer months.
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Prayers and Devotion Join Us! Prayer Group The OLMC Prayer Group meets Monday-Friday following the 8 a.m. Mass. Devotion to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Following the Wednesday 7 and 8 a.m. Masses, we meet for Novena prayers. The Rosary Every day, Sunday through Friday just before the 7 a.m. Mass, Saturday, before the 7:30 a.m. Mass, and before the 5 p.m. Mass on Saturday.
Summer Fun in Atlantic City The Women’s Auxiliary is hosting another fun-filled bus ride to the Showboat Casino in Atlantic City on Wednesday, August 20. The fare is $25. In return, guests will receive a $25 voucher from the casino. The bus will depart from the Church on Prospect St. at 9 a.m. Please park in the Church lot. For reservations, call Dottie at (973) 759-3189.
Infant of Prague Novena Tuesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. First Friday Devotions Resume in October
Parish Registration Our welcome mat is always out. If you enjoy worshipping at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, make us your official Parish by taking a few moments to register. Please complete the information in the space below and place it in the collection and we will contact you. You may also download a registration form on our website. All information is kept confidential. Quick Parish Registration Request I wish to register as a Parishioner of OLMC Name: ______________________________
Help Us Avoid the Summer Slump Every summer the offerings drop when parishioners are out of town for vacation. Obviously, they aren’t here to put their offering in the basket. In the meantime, the bills and necessary expenses to carry on the parish ministry continue during the summer and must be paid. We have a solution! You plan ahead for your vacation and make reservations and send deposits for your hotel and other accommodations. In the same way, why not put the offering for the weeks you’ll be away in the offertory basket before you leave. Then, you can enjoy your vacation with the clear conscience that the mission and ministry of the parish can continue unhindered as you enjoy your time of rest and relaxation. As always we thank you for your generosity. Ministry Sign Up Form Name: _______________________________ Address: _____________________________
Address: ____________________________
Town/Zip: ____________________________
Town: ______________________________
Phone: _______________________________
Phone: ______________________________
I am interested in the following Ministry(ies):
New Registration Change of Address Would you like donation Envelopes? Please check the box for YES.
Altar Server Catechist Lector Choir Other ____________
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