The Church of Saint Michael Sunday, November 9, 2014

The Church of Saint Michael
Sunday, November 9, 2014
Mass Intentions for the Week
The Dedication of the Lateran Basilica
Saturday, November 8, 2014
8:00 a.m. For God’s Blessings for Tomasz Adamek
5:00 p.m. Linda Kranz, Paul Bonamo
7:00 p.m. Luis Ledesma
Please remember in your prayers those who have died.
Please remember in your prayers the sick of our parish:
Alfred Perone, Don Zeiler, Jacqueline Arbolino,
Rose DeSantis, Ed DeSantis Jr., Devon Smith, Elizabeth Miles,
Anthony Berlen, Michele DeMeo, Simon Harvey, Erasmo
Aviles, Pat Harper, James Taormina, Russell Vassallo, Eileen
Reges, Barbara Emmich, Jim Sullivan, Patricia Lurker,
MaryAnn Tompkins, Virginia Scala, Vince Dalessandro, Cindy
Schechter, Diana Palumbo, Bob Best, Maria Johnson, Elizabeth
Sozio, Nick Wihlborg, Ellie Bishop, Carolyn Coviello, Robert
White, Frances Markey
Weekly Memorial
Altar Bread & Wine: Albert & Jennie Costanzo
Weekly Devotions
Monday: ............................. Charismatic Prayer Group 7:00 pm
(not on the last Monday of the month)
Wednesday: .......................................... Rosary Group 7:30 pm
Friday: ...................................................Divine Mercy 3:00 pm
Saturday: .............................Rosary (after 8 am Mass) 8:30 am
Readings for the week
The Dedication of the Lateran Basilica
Sunday
Ez 47:1-2, 8-9, 12; 1 Cor 3:9c-11, 16-17; Jn 2:13-22
Monday
Ti 1:1-9; Lk 17:1-6
Tuesday
Ti 2:1-8, 11-14; Lk 17:7-10
Wednesday
Ti 3:1-7; Lk 17:11-19
Thursday
Phlm 7-20; Lk 17:20-25
Friday
2 Jn 4-9; Lk 17:26-37
Saturday
3 Jn 5-8; Lk 18:1-8
Sunday, November 9, 2014
7:00 a.m. Special Intention
8:45 a.m. Margaret Wojacek, Henry Totten
10:30 a.m. Josephine & Augustus Rampone Sr.,
Robert Poth, Pat Buckley
12:00 p.m. Richard Kuncken
Monday, November 10, 2014
7:00 a.m.
Bob Kenna
Tuesday, November 11, 2014 Veteran’s Day
8:00 a.m.
Carmine Milone, Richard Kuncken
Wednesday, November 12, 2014
7:00 a.m. Barbara Bias, Elaine Schomp Soroka
Thursday, November 13, 2014
8:00 a.m. Albert & Jennie Costanzo
Friday, November 14, 2014
7:00 a.m. John J. Bauer
Saturday, November 15, 2014
8:00 a.m. Peter Gallagher, Peter Timmons
5:00 p.m. RudolfoAlejandro, Paul Bonamo
7:00 p.m. Special Intention
Sunday, November 16, 2014
7:00 a.m. Elizabeth DiBernard
8:45 a.m. Peter Dates, Palma Andico
10:30 a.m. Maria Lozano, Janet Esposito
12:00 p.m. Laura & Aniello Brodo, Geri & Robert Brodo
TITHING – GOD’S PLAN FOR GIVING
ST. MICHAEL’S HAS BEEN A TITHING PARISH
SINCE 1988.
11/2/14
$8,302.00
All Saints
$ 573.00
All Souls
$1,301.00
Outreach
$2,213.00
Healing Mass – Our next Healing Mass will be on
Tuesday, November 25, 2014,
6:30pm Rosary, 7:00pm Mass
Holy Father Special Intentions
prayers, practices and some basic teachings. Suitable for
ages 6-12. The cost per book is $7. Please call the Religious
Ed office if you are interested.
Thanksgiving food drive donations: all children are being
asked to bring specific items. Children are to bring items to
class week of Nov. 9 and 10 for grades K-6 and 8,
Nov. 17 for gr. 7
For November
Lonely people. That all who suffer loneliness may experience
the closeness of God and the support of others.
Mentors of seminarians and religious. That young
seminarians and religious may have wise and well-formed
mentors.
2014 Bishop’s Annual Appeal
Be An Ambassador for Christ
Our Diocese is blessed with an increase in the number of
vocations to the priesthood. As parishioners who will one day
benefit from their priestly ministry, we have an opportunity to
support their vocation by making a pledge to the Bishop’s
Annual Appeal, which funds the expenses related to their
formation. Please make a gift to the 2014 Bishop’s Annual
Appeal today!
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS
Religious Education Reminders--Confirmation II:
Service form updates: all candidates have received a report
detailing outstanding service and/or sponsor paperwork.
Outstanding service paperwork is due in Rel. Ed. Office by
11/15. Sponsor paperwork is due at the end of the month at the
latest.
 Saint report due Nov. 30
 Next large group meeting: 2/8, 1-3 pm with sponsors
Please keep in mind the ATTENDANCE POLICY for large and
small group meetings.
Confirmation I: next meeting 11/16, 1- 3 pm church
basement; parents have been invited to the session at 2:30 pm.
We will also discuss choosing a Confirmation sponsor at this
session.
First Reconciliation Morning of Reflection:
Sat., Nov. 23, 9:30 am-11:45 am. An adult should accompany
each child.
Junior High: Gr. 7 parent meeting, Mon., 11/17,
rectory basement meeting room.
8 pm,
Great Gift Idea!
We have several copies of We Believe and Pray, a beautiful
prayer book for children. Included are traditional Catholic
Youth Ministry News
Fr. Leonardo 973-224-6693 or 973-347-0032
Dear Parishioners,
I’d like to tell you a bit about my history with the
mission trips these past two years, and how it affected me.
My first trip was in 2013, and I am going on my third this
summer. Before I went on the mission trip, I wasn’t sure
what to expect, but I was not disappointed. The amount of
Christians all gathered together to serve those in need was
so inspiring. I couldn’t believe how many great individuals I
met, who still to this day have a special place in my heart.
Every night during the mission trip we’d gather to worship
and talk about God, how He works in our life, and gives
meaning to our work throughout the week. After my first
mission trip, I knew this was something I’d want to do again.
It made me see how my faith was always going to be the
biggest part of my life no matter what.
Naturally, it was an easy decision to go again last
summer. I didn’t think I could love the experience any more
than I already did, but I was proven wrong. I had an
amazing resident named Junior who was so grateful for the
work we were doing for him. He loved cowboy films,
dinosaurs, and riding bike, but most of all he loved talking to
us about those things. When we finished working on his
house, he was so pleased, and seeing him happy made me
happy. On these trips, you build a relationship with God by
building relationships with others. My faith is continuously
growing when I form bonds with people like my resident. St.
Michael’s has truly blessed me by providing these trips. I
don’t think I would be the same person I am today without
this amazing experience. Thank you for all the support you
have given us!
God Bless,
Alexis Hernandez
Youth Mission Trip: Dinner for 6 people with Fr. Adam
& Fr. Leonardo Served at the Rectory for December 20.
Tickets will be Available After All Masses on the weekends
of November 29 and 30 and December 6 and 7. Winner
announced in St. Michael Church bulletin weekend of
December 14, 2014. $5.00 Donation –1 Chance to Win.
$10.00 Donation – 3 Chances to Win. Thank you for your
support.
St. Michael’s Outreach Food Pantry
Thanksgiving will soon be upon us and the food pantry is in
need of your help to
provide food baskets for
our program. The
pantry is in need of all
food items and
shopping dollars so that
families can
purchase perishable items.
Also, if you are
donating a frozen turkey
or ham, please call the rectory first at 973-347-0032. Because
of your incredible kindness and generosity, we have always
been able to provide for our needy families.
Respect Life Committee
The Respect Life Meeting with be held the first Saturday
of the month at 11:30am in the rectory basement. Holy Hour
will be the third Tuesday of the month at 7pm in church.
All life is sacred from conception to natural death. Please
prayerfully consider becoming a member of our Respect Life
Committee. Any questions please call Andrina at 973-3479418. (Crisis Pregnancy Hotline – 800-848-5683)
St. Michael School Annual Calendar
Raffle Tickets On Sale NOW!
ADORER WITNESS
Here another November is upon us. A month when
we put more thought into thinking about the POOR
SOULS IN PURGATORY. I always thought that not
enough was taught to the younger generation about
purgatory. We do know that once you leave this
earth, God willing, we will end up in purgatory, but
the scary part is once you are there you can do
nothing to help yourself leave there. Then we will
have to depend on our family and friends to pray for
us. We are fortunate at St. Michael’s to have the
Perpetual Adoration Chapel. If you have never
visited it you don’t know what you are missing. It is
the perfect time to keep your loved ones who are no
longer here in your prayers just knowing you are
helping them get closer to our heavenly Father. That
will be an awesome feeling and at the same time
gaining rewards in heaven.
St. Michael School will be in the back of church today for
their annual calendar raffle ticket sale. The drawing will
have daily monetary wins for 65 days starting January 1st
through March 7, 2015. A winning ticket is placed back in
the raffle so there are 65 chances to win with just one ticket!
Tickets are $10 each. They make great Christmas gifts and
stocking stuffers! If you want to purchase but are unable to
do so today, please see our St. Michael Student and Parent at
back of church to give your name and contact information
and they will get one or more to you!
Veterans Day Service
Sunday, November 9, 2014 at 2pm
American Legion Post 278
Route 183, Stanhope
Fellowship and food to follow
All service members and families invited
Free Veterans Benefits Seminar
I know there are many open hours available and
fitting one into your schedule will make you a
happier person. Make this a special invite to have a
one-on-one talk with Jesus our brother and God our
Father. –AN ADORER
Wednesday, November 19th from 1-3pm
Are you a Veteran or surviving spouse or
family member of a Veteran?
You may be eligible for benefits that you are not aware of.
Lake Hopatcong Elks
201 Howard Blvd., Mt. Arlington
Open to all ages & bring a friend
Call Pat for more information at
201-317-9123
Daniel Gates, Eagle Scout
God’s dwelling among His people.
Saint Michael School graduate Daniel Gates, a boy scout
from troop 249 in Budd Lake, will be working on his
Eagle Scout Service Project soon. He will be making a
prayer garden outside the school gym building across the
street from the church. Daniel will be at Mass in
November. Any donations to his project would be greatly
appreciated. Thank you very much.
The words of John’s gospel ‘and the
Word became flesh and He dwelt
among us’ speak not only of Mary
and the Incarnation, but also of
the reality, that God lives in and
among us.
Pope John Regional High School Open House
November 12th at 7:30pm for 7th grade students entering
8th grade in the fall of 2015.
How meaningful as we read these
words is the fact that the person
sitting and praying next to us, is a
temple of God’s Spirit. How
The Dedication of the Lateran
Basilica
November 9, 2014
“You are God’s building. Thanks to
the favor God showed me I laid a
foundation as a wise master- builder
might do, and now someone else is
building upon it. Everyone, however,
must be careful how he builds. No one
can lay a foundation other than the
one that has been laid, namely Jesus
Christ…Are you not aware that you
are the temple of God, and that the
Spirit of God dwells in you?”
The church we reflect upon today, a
major basilica in Rome, is called ‘the
mother of all the churches of Rome
and the world.’ It has a special place
in the history of the church.
We move from a physical building
and are reminded by St. Paul that we
too are temples of the Spirit. We are
challenging for us to recognize the
presence of the Lord in those of our
family, those with whom we work.
How beautiful we are as we reflect
with Paul that ‘I live, now, not I,
but Christ lives in me.’
As I spend time in prayer, whether
in a magnificent cathedral or
humble chapel, the fact is that the
Lord is present and that is what
really matters. As I spend time with
family and friends, and recognize
the presence of the Lord in every
individual that is what really
matters. The next time I pass a
church, may I remember that His
dwelling is there and also with me.
In the words of Oscar Romero,
Christ is the Master builder, we are
the ministers.