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Bread Broken for a New World FOURTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME JULY 2-3, 2016 ISAIAH 66:10-14C; GALATIANS 6:14-18; LUKE 10:1-12, 17-20

GATHER HYMNAL # 1021 “We mustn’t ever think that we’re Christians by accident. We’ve been called to share Jesus’ mission to proclaim the kingdom of God – the kingdom where God’s love reigns purely and without condition. There will be times when we will be called to stand in opposition to the world by the power and depth of our love, our commitment to justice, and our dedication to those who are suffering and in need – no matter what their race, sex, nationality or creed may be. The beatitudes that Jesus gave to us are guidelines for discipleship that must be active within us at all times. We must always be ready to respond as Jesus would respond. We must let Christ live in us, and minister through us. This is true discipleship.” In last week’s passage from Luke’s Gospel Jesus was teaching his followers about discipleship. I concluded my thoughts with the paragraph I just quoted. It’s a good introduction to this week’s passage that continues the theme. Having instructed them, we see that Jesus appointed seventy disciples to go out ahead of him in pairs. They were his first batch of missionaries. The first thing we should note is that Jesus enlarged his group of twelve by adding an additional seventy who had accepted his invitation to follow him, and he sent them off with a prayer. “The harvest is abundant but the laborers are few; so ask the master of the harvest to send out laborers for his harvest.” (Luke 10:2) This is a most

interesting prayer. He’s putting the prayer in the context of harvest time. He’s not referring to the time of planting. He’s saying that God has already planted the seed – it’s harvest time now. God needs help. He needs laborers to gather the harvest. Recall the parable of the workers in the vineyard that Matthew shared in his Gospel. “The kingdom of God is like a landowner who went out at dawn to hire laborers for his vineyard. Going out about nine he saw others standing around idol in the marketplace, and he said to them, ‘You too go into my vineyard, and I will give you what is just.’ He went again at noon, and around three o’clock and did likewise. Then going out about five o’clock, he found others standing around, and said to them, ‘You too go into my vineyard.’” (Matthew 20:1-7). The parable of the laborers teaches that God is continually inviting laborers to harvest his vineyard. The invitation comes repeatedly, from the dawn of our lives until its sunset. Let’s get really practical about the meaning of discipleship – about being a missionary. Sometimes the invitation comes in such an unextraordinary way that we can overlook it. Let’s think about the Christian home. I repeat again what I said in last week’s reflection. “We mustn’t ever think that we’re Christians by accident.” Let’s not underestimate the fact that the first place most of us met Jesus was in our homes through our parents and relatives.

The Pastor’s Reflections How many times have you heard Christian parents say that they’ve made the decision not to teach their children anything about Christianity because they wanted them to make a free choice when they reached adulthood. I find it so sad when this happens because the result is almost always the same. The parents gradually loose their affiliation with the Christian community and Christ begins to fade in their own lives. Their children are left in ignorance of both Christ and his community. Was it an accident that the child was born into a Christian family? That child could have been born into a Jewish or Muslim or Hindu family. But that didn’t happen. God gave that child to Christian parents who were invited, through that child, to labor in the Lord’s vineyard. Had those parents begun sharing their faith with their child two wonderful things could have happened. They could have continued to deepen their relationship with Jesus as, year after year, they shared the Christ within them, and they could have nurtured their children’s personal journey of faith by introducing them to Jesus. Sometimes we think that we have to be theologians to share Christ with our children. All we really have to do is nurture our own relationship with him through our personal prayer and to share in the life of the Christian community. Let me show you how simple it can be. Christmas time comes. We bring our children to church to look at the crèche. We tell them the story of the birth of Jesus. We talk to them about the stable and the star and the animals and the wise men. We have a Christmas tree at home and make our own crèche as a family. We make Christmas cookies and sing carols with them. All through the season we adults feed our faith by listening to the scriptures and the homily at the Sunday liturgy.

We take some time to explore the deeper meaning of the stories. We use them in our prayer. Year by year Jesus becomes clearer to us, and so does his kingdom. All along we’ve been hearing Christ and giving our children an opportunity to meet him as we did. This week’s Gospel tells us to be cautious. “Go on your way; behold I am sending you like lambs among wolves.” There are so many ways that the work of the disciple can be sidetracked. Again, for the sake of simplicity, let’s continue thinking about our children. Sometimes we hear people preaching a severe and often scary gospel. We can recognize them right away. They tell everyone what’s wrong with them. They talk a great deal about sin and God’s punishment. As parents it’s important to protect the children from their negative influence. That’s why parents have to nurture their own personal relationship with the Good Shepherd. They must believe and know in their hearts that God’s love for them is unconditional and wonderfully healing. That’s the message they must share with their children; not the message of the prophets of doom and gloom. So as we think of discipleship, we always have to be practical. We have to discern God’s invitation every day. Many are called to labor in the vineyard of the home where caring for the spiritual well-being of the family is primary. At our jobs we have to be Christ-like, too. It’s the way we give witness of him in the world. We have to be mindful of the common good, and be involved in works of mercy. We can’t overlook the poor or marginalized in our midst. If we’re employers we’re obligated offer a just, living wage. The vineyard of the Lord is all around us. Like the seventy disciples returning from their mission we must be filled with the joy of having Christ in our lives. The disciple, each of us, accepts the invitation to work in the vineyard every day. We’ll be rewarded because Christ’s life will deepen within us. Our labor will continue the harvesting and the kingdom of God will continue to grow.

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MUSIC OF THE LITURGY The scripture readings may be found in GATHER at No. 1021

HYMN OF GATHERING:

No. 666 “ Go Make of All Disciples” KYRIE GLORY TO GOD LITURGY OF THE WORD FIRST READING RESPONSORIAL PSALM:

“Let All the Earth Cry Out to God with Joy” SECOND READING GOSPEL ACCLAMATION GOSPEL READING HOMILY PRESENTATION OF THE GIFTS:

No. 596 “Be Not Afraid” HOLY, HOLY, HOLY MEMORIAL ACCLAMATION GREAT AMEN COMMUNION RITE THE LORD’S PRAYER LAMB OF GOD MUSIC AT COMMUNION:

No. 721 “Make Me a Channel of Your Peace” CONCLUDING RITE BLESSING and DISMISSAL RECESSIONAL:

“God Bless America”

“A PERSON WHO SINGS PRAYS TWICE.”

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THE 7:30 SUNDAY MASS

God Bless America No. 721 Make Me a Channel of Your Peace

God bless America Land that I love Stand beside her And guide her Through the night With the light From above From the mountains To the prairies To the oceans White with foam God bless America My home sweet home

How Great is Our God The splendor of a King, clothed in majesty Let all the earth rejoice, all the earth rejoice He wraps himself in light, and darkness tries to hide it trembles at his voice, trembles at his voice How great is our God, sing with me How great is our God, and all will see How great How great is our God And age to age He stands and time is in His Hands Beginning and the End, Beginning and the End The Godhead, three in one Father, Spirit, Son the Lion and the Lamb, the Lion and the Lamb

Shine Out and Arise

Name above all names Worthy of all praise My heart will sing how great is our God

MUSICIANS WANTED! If you sing or play an instrument, please contact me. As the summer approaches, we are looking for new volunteers to join us at the Sunday Masses at 11:00 AM, 5:30 PM or 7:30 PM. This is a perfect time to dust off your instrument or clear your throat to praise the Lord in song. Contact me for more information.

ADULT CHOIR OF ST. JEAN BAPTISTE: 11:00 AM Sunday Mass; Rehearsal Sunday 10:00 AM , Choir Room CHILDREN’S CHOIR: 11:00 AM Sunday Mass (first Sunday of the month); Rehearsal Wednesday 5-5:30 PM, Choir Room MODERN ENSEMBLE : 7:30 PM Sunday Mass; Rehearsal 7:00 PM, in the Church

Richard Owen, Jr., Director of Music Ministries & Organist email: [email protected]; mobile: 845-729-4986 website: RichardOwenJr.com 4

JOIN OUR FAITH COMMUNITY

SCHEDULE OF RELIGIOUS SERVICES

Please register at the parish house, 184 East 76th Street any day during office hours from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily or fill out a registration card found at the rear of the church.

EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT DAILY MASSES WEEKDAYS 7:30 – 12:15 SATURDAY 12:15 – 5:30 Vigil Mass SUNDAY 9:00 – 11:00 – 5:30 – 7:30 HOLY DAYS 7:30-12:15-7:00pm

BAPTISM & MARRIAGES To schedule a baptism or a marriage please contact the parish office to speak with Fr. John Kamas.

COMMUNION TO THE SICK AND HOMEBOUND

LITURGY OF THE HOURS RECITED ON WEEKDAYS 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM SUNDAY 5:00 PM

Please call the parish office to schedule a home visit. with one of the priests. 212-2885082 Ext. 10

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CATHOLIC OR AN ADULT NEEDING COMMUNION AND/OR CONFIRMATION?

RECONCILIATION WEEKDAYS 11:45 until 12:10 SATURDAY 11:45 until 12:15 5:00 until 5:30

Make an appointment with Joan Prenty, Director of Religious Education, through the Parish Office by calling 212-288-5082 ext 30. Leave your contact information and she will get back to you to set up an appointment.

ROSARY WEEKDAYS AT 11:55 NOVENA PRAYERS St. Anne – Tuesday after the 12:15 St. Peter Julian Eymard – Thursday after the 12:15

CHARISMATIC PRAYER MEETING TIME AND VENUE: The Charismatic Prayer Meeting will be held every Sunday from 2:30 PM-4:30 PM in Wave Café of the High School, 173 E 75th St.

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AN INDEPENDENCE DAY PRAYER

STEWARDSHIP REPORT

Heavenly Father, as we celebrate our national independence we are reminded of our dependence on you, the source of our unity and peace. We ask you to stretch your hand over us and heal the divisions that continue to separate us and disrupt our unity. As we celebrate our independence we also call to mind the wonderful interdependence that you have established among all your children, our brothers and sisters. Preserve us from rivalry and prejudice. Bless all your children that we may live together in peace and harmony. Finally, Father, bless your Church in our country and throughout the world. Please give us the strength and determination we need to be apostles of peace. We make this prayer through you Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.

The Sunday collection amounted to: $ 7,787.00 ParishPay amounted to: $909.91 Total donations: $ 8,696.91 We strongly suggest one hour’s wage as a just and meaningful donation. Please help support our work here at Saint Jean’s. Commit yourself to this community by committing one hour a week. Even though it’s still only June, we’re feeling the effects of a summer drought. The regular collection is down, but our expenses are not. This situation begets high anxiety. Please don’t forget us during your summer travels. Some parishioners do mail their regular contributions to us at 184 East 76th Street, New York, NY 10021. You can always play catch up when you’re back in the city. Please assist us in making our payroll and energy expenses throughout the summer! Thank you for your help.

The Parish office will be closed on Monday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day and will re-open on Tuesday, July 5th.

SUMMER WEEKDAY SCHEDULE OF MASSES The Church will open at 7:00 am. Mass will be celebrated at 7:30 AM followed by exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. Confessions will be heard from 11:45 am until 12:10 pm.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION REGISTRATION

Mass will be celebrated at 12:15 PM followed by exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. Evening Prayer will be recited at 5:00 PM. The church will close at 5:30 PM.

Summer is the time to register your child for September classes. Please call Ms. Prenty at 212-2885082 ext. 30 or [email protected]. You can also walk in and register in the parish office. New registrants, please bring the child’s original baptismal certificate.

TODDLER PLAY GROUP Registration is now in progress for the September 2016 - June 2017 session of our St. Jean’s Toddler Play Group. Space is available in the MondayWednesday 10:45 AM Group and the TuesdayThursday 10:45 AM Group. Children from 18 months to 4 years are welcome. We offer a loving atmosphere where the little ones can come and have their first school experience, making new friends and learning how nice it can be to go to school. Call the Director, Pauline Reenock, at 212 472-2853 ext.2 for more information and to arrange a visit.

THE CARDINAL’S APPEAL It’s Cardinal Appeal time again. Registered parishioners should have received notice from the Appeal Office of the Archdiocese. The Archdiocese has lowered our goal a bit this year to $74,000. So far 94 community members have donated a total of $70,835. Most members of the community have still not contributed to this Annual Appeal and with only a little over $3,200 to go to meet our goal we have a very good chance. Envelopes are available for your convenience at the rear of the church. You may put your donation in any of the collection boxes in the church, place it in the Sunday collection or mail it directly to the Cardinal’s Appeal Office. Just make sure you put St. Jean’s as your home parish so that we’re credited for your donation. Thanks so very much for your generous response to this year’s Appeal. 6

MINISTRY-SERVICE Think about accepting the Spirit’s invitation to take a more active role in the life of this faith community – the St. Jean’s Community. So I’m throwing out the net to you today because our community needs more participation from parishioners in the liturgical ministries. Here they are. GREETERS – You will be the first friendly face parishioners and visitors encounter when they enter the church for the celebration of the Eucharist. You are the face of Christ through this ministry. You are the warm and welcoming representative of the community who directs people to their seats if necessary, assists people with wheel chairs or carriages and directs visitors to the rest rooms. You will offer the first and most important welcome to our community. 4 Greeters are needed for each Mass. USHERS – You choose individuals and families to bring the offertory gifts to the altar, take up the collection, assist individuals who may feel ill during Mass, open the doors at the end of Mass and do a quick clean up of the pews after the Mass in preparation for the next Mass. 8 Ushers are needed for each Mass. EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS – You will distribute the Eucharist, the body and blood of the Lord at communion time. Some of you may also be interested in visiting shut-ins and bringing them the Eucharist. Some of you may also be interested in bring the Eucharist to the ill at Lenox Hill Hospital. 4 Ministers are needed for each Mass. READERS – You will proclaim the Sacred Scripture during the Eucharistic celebration and Prayer Services. 2 Readers are needed for each Mass. CHOIR – You will sing either at the 11 AM Mass or the 7:30 PM Mass and rehearse for an hour before Mass. As Richard Owen, our music minister writes in the bulletin every week, “the person who sings prays twice.” We can never have enough people in the choir. CATECHIST – You will teach or assist the teachers in the Religious Education Program. This is a very important ministry takes takes place every Wednesday afternoon from 4 o’clock until 6 o’clock. You will be working with our young people helping them to grow and mature in the faith. You will help in their preparation for First Communion, Penance and Confirmation. Our program is growing and we need many more volunteers for this Ministry. Joan Prenty, our Director of Religious Education, will train you and assist you as you work with the children.

A SPECIAL QUOTE: “Service is the rent we pay for the time we spend on earth.” —Muhammad Ali

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SCHEDULE FOR THE NOVENA TO ST. ANNE JULY 17-JULY 26 WEEKDAYS 11:45 a.m. 11:45 a.m. 12:15 a.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m.

Prayer to Saint Anne

Rosary Confessions Novena Mass Confessions Novena Mass and Procession of the Blessed Sacrament

O glorious St. Anne, you are filled with compassion for those who invoke you and with love for those who suffer! Heavily burdened with the weight of my troubles, I cast myself at your feet and humbly beg of you to take the present intention which I recommend to you in your special care. Please recommend it to your daughter, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and place it before the throne of Jesus, so that he may bring it to a happy issue. Continue to intercede for me u until my request is granted. But, above all, obtain for me the grace one day to see my God face to face, and with you and Mary and all the saints to praise and bless Him for all eternity. Amen

SATURDAY, 11:30 a.m. 11:45 a.m. 12:15 p.m.

JULY 23th Confessions Rosary NOVENA MASS WITH ANOINTING OF THE SICK. 7:00 p.m. Confessions 7:30 p.m. Novena Mass and Procession of the Blessed Sacrament

SUNDAY, JULY 24th 11:00 a.m. Novena Mass with the BLESSING OF THE CHILDREN AND GRANDPARENTS 7:00 p.m. Confessions 7:30 p.m. Novena Mass, Procession of the Blessed Sacrament and Blessing with the Relic TUESDAY, JULY 26th THE FEAST OF SAINT ANNE 11:30 a.m. Confessions 11:45 a.m. Rosary 12:15 p.m. Novena Mass & Blessing with the Relic 7:00 p.m. Confessions 7:30 p.m. Candlelight Procession from the Rectory courtyard to the church And closing of the Novena Mass Rev. John A. Kamas, SSS Pastor will conduct the Novena Masses

SAFE ENVIRONMENT Anyone who needs to report an alleged incident of sexual abuse of a minor by a priest, deacon, religious or lay person serving in the Archdiocese of New York is asked to contact Sr. Eileen Clifford, O.P. at 212-371-1000 x 2949 or Deacon George J. Coppola at 917-861-1762. Both may also be reached via e-mail at [email protected]. Information can also be found on the Archdiocesan website, www.archny.org. In keeping with the Archdiocesan policy regarding sexual abuse of minors, this information is provided to ensure that our children remain safe and secure. 8

COMMUNITY CENTER SCHEDULE

MASS INTENTIONS

JUNE 27– JULY 3 MONDAY: 9:00-3:00 6:00-7:30 6:00-8:00 TUESDAY: 9:00-3:00

SUNDAY, July 3 9:00 Carmela Francisco 11:00 The Zocche Family 5:30 Kathleen Michael O’Brien 7:30 Fr. Bernard Camire, SSS

Summer Camp (Great Hall) SRA Meeting (Conference Rm 2) LA Meeting (Toddler Center)

MONDAY, July 4

INDEPENDENCE DAY

Summer Camp (Great Hall)

10:00 Rev. James P. & James M. Feeley

WEDNESDAY: 1:00-2:30 Senior Luncheon (Eymard Rm) 9:00-3:00 Summer Camp (Great Hall)

TUESDAY, July 5 7:30 For the Parishioners 12:15 In Honor of St. Anne

THURSDAY: 9:00-3:00 Summer Camp (Great Hall) 6:00-10:00 Elegant Dance (Great Hall)

WEDNESDAY, July 6 7:30 The Mitchell Family 12:15 The Zocche Family

FRIDAY: 10:00-2:00 Senior Bingo (Toddler Center) 9:00-1:00 Summer Camp (Great Hall) 6:00-10:00 Manhattan Dance (Great Hall) SATURDAY: SUNDAY: 1:00-3:00

THURSDAY, July 7 7:30 Helen Kelleher & Family 12:15 Dr. Raymond Fares, MD FRIDAY, July 8 7:30 Ann Solnick & Family 12:15 Margaret Mary McGrath

NO EVENTS Elegant Dance (Toddler Center)

SATURDAY, July 9 12:15 Jocelyne & Robinson Despeignes 5:30 Rita Farrell

The Center is available for seasonal and special events, parties, business meetings, wedding receptions, lectures and birthdays. For information as to availability and rates, contact the Director: Mr. Antonio Boccia at (212) 472-2853, ext. 1.

COME AND SEE RETREAT CELEBRANTS FOR JULY 9-10

Jesus said to the young man: “Come and you will see!” (John 1:38-39)

Saturday 5:30 PM – Fr. John Kamas, SSS Sunday 9:00 AM – Fr. Bernard Camire, SSS 11:00 AM – Fr. John Kamas, SSS 5:30 PM – Fr. John Kamas, SSS 7:30 PM – Fr. John Kamas, SSS

Have you ever considered the priesthood or religious life, but were unsure what to do? If so, then we have an opportunity for you! The priests and brothers of the Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament are hosting a “Come and See Overnight Retreat” in New York City for interested men, ages 18-40 years old. This experience offers you the chance to meet others who are also discerning their vocation to the priesthood and religious life, and to talk with our Religious who are faithfully serving the Church in the footsteps of our holy Founder, Saint Peter Julian Eymard – the Apostle of the Eucharist. The retreat begins Saturday, July 16 at 8:30AM and it concludes on Sunday, July 17 after Mass. If interested or would like more information, please contact Father Anthony Marshall, S.S.S., Vocation Director, at (440) 442-7243 or online: blessedsacrament.com/vocation and click on “Discovery Programs.”

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WHAT IS PARISH PAY? ParishPay is an alternative means of fulfilling your stewardship commitment to St. Jean Baptiste that benefits both you and the parish. Instead of weekly and special collection envelopes, the program collects your contribution amount from your checking, savings or credit account on the date and frequency your specify. The funds you designate are deducted from your account and directly credited to St. Jean’s. No more checks to write and no more fumbling for cash. Enrollment is easy, friendly, secure and most of all there is no cost to you for using ParishPay. BENEFITS TO YOU You don’t have to worry about bringing your envelope and checkbook to Mass every week. You can provide regular ongoing support to St. Jean’s even if you are away or unable to attend Mass. You can easily adjust the amount of your contribution anytime via the secured website. You receive email reminders in advance of your scheduled contributions. You receive a year-end summery of your donations for tax purposes. BENEFITS TO ST. JEAN BAPTISTE CHURCH It provides a more predictable stream of income that will help the church do a better job of forecasting and budgeting. It reduces the expense of mailing and processing of regular weekly donation envelopes. Ensures consistency in giving during the lean summer months when parishioners travel and are away. Ensures an accurate and consistent record for generating tax letters. IT’S EASY TO SIGN UP! Just pick up the instruction form at the rear of the church. Follow the steps and you’ll be up and running in no time! Go to the website, parishpay.com, and scroll down to the “Get Started” link.

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PARISH STAFF

CONGREGATION OF NOTRE DAME

John A. Kamas, SSS Pastor Bernard Camiré, SSS, Assistant P.A. Jude G. Fernando, SSS, Catholic Chaplain at Lenox Hill Hospital Richard Russo, Deacon Emeritus Richard Owen, Jr., Director of Music Ministries Lennix Lewis, Business Manager Joan Prenty, Director of Religious Education Angelica Contreras, Parish Secretary Ellen Hagan, Shrine of St. Anne Antonio Boccia, Director of the Community Center Pauline Reenock, Director of the Toddler Program Ayesha Bulchandani-Mathrani, Trustee Michael Lorch, Trustee

ST. JEAN BAPTISTE HIGH SCHOOL Maria Cassano, CND, Principal Alla Anne Boyle, CND Simone Camiré, CND Mary Caplice, CND Rosemary Cianciolo, CND Joann Compagno, CND Eileen Good, CND, Bursar

CONGREGATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT Bernard Camiré, SSS, Assistant Austin Coleman, SSS, Retired Ernest Falardeau, SSS, Ecumenical Ministry James Hayes, SSS, Chaplain, Mt. Sinai Hospital John A. Kamas, SSS Pastor Thomas Mella, SSS, Community Hospitality Michael O’Leary, SSS, Community Treasurer Norman Pelletier, SSS, Community Superior Michael Perez, SSS, Novice Master

St Jean Baptiste High School

173 EAST 75 STREET, NY, NY 10021 212-288-1645 www.stjean.org

Toddler Play Group 212-472-2853, ext. 2

IN RESIDENCE Anne Conlon, CND Margaret Doyle, CND Helen Klimeck, CND Ann Marie Levangie, CND SUPPORT STAFF Robert Addison Manuel Batista Haydee De la Cruz Francisco Francisco María Martínez Wilfredo Ortiz Isaac Quansah José Reyes PARISH OFFICE 212-288-5082 Ext. 10 184 East 76 Street, NY, NY 10021 Website: www.stjeanbaptisteny.org Email: [email protected]