NINETEENTHSUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
AUGUST 7
VIGIL
5PMLIVING AND DECEASED PARISHIONERS
SUNDAY
Wis 18:6-9; Heb 11:1-2, 8-19 or 11:1-2, 8-12; Lk 12:32-48 or 12:35-40
8:00JONATHAN KOPEC/The Demmers Family
10:30CARIDAD CUBENAS RODRIGUEZ/HortaPomares Family
JOAN VERCHINSKI/The Conn Family
12:00JANE LUEDDEKE/The Esser Family
IRMA & HENRY LOWES/TheBroadley Family
7PMPATRICIA MERRIMAN/The Havill Family
MICHAEL SZEWCZYK/The Szewczyk Family
MONDAY –8/8 – St. Dominc, Priest
Ez 1:2-5, 24-28c; Mt 17:22-27
8:00HENRY GUSMER
TUESDAY–8/9 – St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross, Virgin & Martyr
Ez 2:8—3:4; Mt 18:1-5, 10, 12-14
8:00MARGARITA ALVAREZ/LitoVickiVersoza
WEDNESDAY–8/10– St. Lawrence, Deacon & Martyr
2 Cor 9:6-10; Jn 12:24-26
8:00SISTER ANNE CLAYTOR
THURSDAY–8/11 – St. Clare, Virgin
Ez 12:1-12; Mt 18:21—19:1
8:00SISTER PAULA GONZALEZ
FRIDAY –8/12 – St. Jane Frances de Chantal, Religious
Ez 16:1-15, 60, 63 or 16:59-63; Mt 19:3-12
8:00DENISE SWAYZE/Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Smith
JOHN CORCORAN
SATURDAY – 8/13
Ez 18:1-10, 13b, 30-32; Mt 19:13-15
9:00TIM GERNE/Family
AGOSTINO SABIA/The Stansfield Family
VIGIL
5PMELEANOR ZISA/Gerald Zisa
ROSE B. SCOTTI/Mr. & Mrs. J. Borsella
SUNDAY 8/14– 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Jer 38:4-6, 8-10; Heb 12:1-4; Lk 12:49-53
8:00LIVING AND DECEASED PARISHIONERS
10:30AGNES & PAT TIERNAN/The Jarkesy Family
JOAN VERCHINSKI/Geri & Todd Havill
12:00ANNE HUDEK/Joan Cantore Family
7PMPATRICIA MERRIMAN/Fr. Dan & The IHM Parish Family
PRAY THE ROSARY WITH US
Please join us to pray the rosary every morning after daily mass and every Monday night at 8 P.M. where a small group gathers at the church to recite the Rosary. JOIN US! It takes less than ½ hour and is a wonderful way to end the day.
PARISH MEMBERSHIP
All adult Catholics should officially register in the parish. Young adults of working age should register independently of their parents even if ‘living at home’. We cannot serve you by issuing letters for sponsorship of Baptism, Confirmation, or Matrimony, nor give character references for teaching positions, etc. if we do not know you. All new members of our faith family are encouraged to come to the parish so we can meet you. Call the rectory for an appointment. Also, please notify the parish office of any changes in address, telephone number, or if you are leaving the parish.
YOUR PARISH NEEDS YOUR GIFTS
OF MINISTRY
Please consider ministering in our parish as a Lector or Communion Minister. We are in need of your gifts and talents so the presence of Christ in Word and Sacrament can be experienced … by Please call the rectory at 973-694-3400.
THIS WEEK IN OUR PARISH
Sunday, August 7:
Monday, August 8:
8pm –Novena – CH
Tuesday, August 9:
WednesdayAugust 10:
9:45AM – Prayer Group - MR
Thursday, August 11:
FridayAugust 12:
Saturday, August13:
9 – 12pm – B.S. Troop # 192 – MR
4pm – Confessions – CH
8 pm – AA – MR
LIVING FAITH
Last week the Holy Father, Pope Francis, met with hundreds of thousands of young people from around the world for World Youth Day in Poland. In a meadow outside of the city of Krakow, he challenged the crowds with home spun words and down to earth possibilities. His message was lofty, but on target with youth culture. “The times we live in do not call for young “couch potatoes”, but for young people with shoes, or better, boots laced.” With a keen eye and challenging heart, the Holy Father simply challenged the dynamic youth of the world to get off the couch, put away the video games and cell phones and do something for others to show their faith in the presence of God in our world. Faith isn’t simply a comfort blanket for times of troubles or an avenue of prayer for times of need, but real faith is brought alive in engaging with those who deeply mattered to Jesus in his mission to proclaim the Kingdom of God. It is the poor, the forgotten, the lonely, those in need of support and compassion that are at the heart of Christ’s mission. “Blessed are the poor, for the Kingdom of God is theirs.”
Without hearing the words of Pope Francis and thousands of miles away from downtown Krakow, six young people from our parish family listened to Christ’s call in their hearts and traveled last week to downtown Kearny New Jersey. While there on “mission” they were challenged to open their eyes and hearts to those who are held deeply in Christ’s heart - the poor in many different ways. These young people then spent their time away from video games and sitting on the couch and painted, cleaned and did repairs to facilities in neighborhoods that have long been neglected. In simple ways they brought the Gospel message of hope and possibility to people in need. I believe they returned to Wayne and IHM having gained more than they gave. They learned that faith in Christ is best expressed in actions of the hands, heart and feet to make Him visible to those who, in their poverty, find Him hard to see!
I want to thank Cathy, our Youth Minister, for journeying with them, challenging them and witnessing to them how to best live their growing faith in the Lord. There is no doubt that these fine young people are not the “couch potatoes” the Holy Father lamented, but rather great kids with their “boots laced.”
I thought that as the summer continues you would like to know what great moments of faith are happening here at IHM.
With blessings and love…
Fr. Dan
MISSIONARY CO-OP COLLECTION
Fr. SabinusIwuchukwu, SDV a priest of the Society of Divine Vacations (SDV) and a missionary from Nigeria, will visit our parish and speak to all our Masses next weekend. He is a member of a religious community of Priests and Brothers and their mission is to discern, promote, accompany and nurture vocations to the priesthood and religious life for the whole Church carrying out a ministry in parishes, schools and missions.
WELCOME
You enter this Church… not as a stranger, but as a guest of God. God is your heavenly Father. Come, then, with joy in your heart and thanks on your lips into God’s presence, offering God your love and service. Be grateful to the strong and the loyal ones who, in the name of Jesus Christ, built this place of worship and to all who have beautified it and hallowed it with their prayers and praise. Ask God’s blessing on those who love this house of faith as the inspiration of their labor, rejoicing in the power of the Holy Spirit, and may that blessing rest on you, both on your going out and your coming in.
OFFERTORY COLLECTION
To meet the needs of our parish family and to proclaim the Gospel of Christ Jesus:
Budget requirements: $13,000 each WEEK
- To offer our young people Youth Ministry experiences
- To offer our children a faith-filled program
of learning about Jesus and the Gospel
- To worship with faith and grace at our Sunday Eucharist
- To reach out to God’s people in need have support and
care.
Please remember the needs of our parish ministry in making your weekly offering. Thank you for all you do to enable the Gospel to touch the lives of God’s people. $8,072.00
SAFE ENVIRONMENT
“If any person may have been abused by any priest, they should immediately contact their local County Prosecutor’s Office and the Diocese’s Victims Assistance Coordinator: Peggy Zanello at 973-879-1489. You may also be in touch with either of the Diocesan Response Officers: Rev. Msgr. James T. Mahoney, Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia, 973-777-8818 Ext. 205 or Sister Joan Daniel Healy, S.C.C., Chancellor/Delegate for Religious, 973-777-8818 Ext. 248.
The entire text of the Policy of the Diocese of Paterson in Response to Complaints of Sexual Abuse is available on the diocesan Web site:
PRAY FOR THE SICK
Please remember the sick and homebound of our parish family in your prayers during the week: Katherine Ryan, Bob Ryan, Stan Bednarczyck, Donald Law, Michael Gossinger, Kurt Spinner and Roselyn Abbate.
“IT IS A HOLY AND WHOLESOME THING TO PRAY FOR THE DEAD”
SOPHIE WESTFIELD
Please pray for the souls of the departed members of our parish family.
FOOD CERTIFICATES
Our parish family is grateful to all who have purchased the certificates for Market Basket, ShopRite, Food Town, Corrado’s, A&P or Stop & Shop. Our parish gets 5% of that! Thank you for your continuing generosity.
FAMILIES GROWING IN FAITH
GOSPEL LEARNING: August 7
Luke 12:32-48
God expects us to be “faithful stewards” responsiblefor the gift of family He placed in our care.Remember Jesus’ words today: “Much is required ofthe person entrusted with much.” How are you doingwith the relationships entrusted to you?
FAMILY REFLECTIONS
(for sharing at the dinner table)
August 7 - Running the race of Faith
Adult: Other than Jesus, which of the ancestors of Christian faith has served as the greatest example to you? Why?
Youth: How do you recognize a holy person? How do they help you live your life?
WAYNE INTERFAITH BLOOD DRIVE
SUNDAY, AUGUST 28, 2016
9:00am to 2 PM
Immaculate Heart of Mary
For more information, please call the
rectory at (973) 694-3400.
If you are takingmedication you may still be able todonate blood.
SOMETHING SPECIAL
Sometimes we would like to do something special either in memory of a loved one or for a special occasion or simply to say “Thank You”. One way we do that is through Mass Intentions. However, it isn’t always possible to get the day or date we would like.
With this in mind, we would like to give you the opportunity to either donate the Bread and Wine we use at all the liturgies for a week or to light the Sanctuary Lamp in someone’s memory for a week. The donation is $10. We have a card for you, either as a reminder or to present to a family. If you would like to make this donation you can stop by the rectory, just as you would to reserve a mass.
Just a reminder, we will accept only one donation for bread and wine and one donation for the sanctuary lamp per week. We will also announce these intentions in the bulletin.
HAVING A PARTY?
Remember the great canopies that belong to the Knights of Columbus? These terrific canopies are now available for your backyard parties with a donation to the Knights! There are three 10’x20’ canopies and one 15’x20’ canopy. Set-up and breakdown are included. This offer is good until the end of September. Call Joe at 973-460-2723 or 973-628-9139.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS
Marcello Monte: Coordinator of Religious Education
August 6/7
2016-2017 Calendar:
The 2016-2017 Religious Education Calendar is now posted on the IHM Web-Site; ihmwaynenj.org.
Classes will begin on the week of September 18t
Registration Information:
Re-Registration: Registration forms for Grades K through 8 were emailed to all returning families. We ask that you please complete and return your registrations as soon as possible. Please call the Religious Education office at 973-694-4891 with any questions or concerns.
New Registrations: If you have a child who will be in kindergarten or first grade in the public schools in September, please call our office (973-694-4891) to make an appointment to register your child for Religious Education. Parishregistration is required and the child’s baptismal certificate must be presented at time of registration.We look forward to meeting you and working with your child through our Religious Education Program. Please note that a child must achieve two years of a Religious Education Program prior to receiving the Sacrament of the Eucharist.
Ministry Opportunities:Please consider sharing your gift of faith with the children in our parish family. The Religious Education office is seeking faithful and faith-filled men and women to guide our young people in religious formation. Moms, Dads, retired seniors, new grads, young professionals – all are called to pass on the gift of faith. Will you answer the call? If you would like to know more about this very rewarding ministry opportunity, we should talk! Please contact Marcello at 973-694-4891 or by email at .
RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF
ADULTSRCIA
This rite is a giftto the church andfor the church; it is a journey of faith development, learning and prayer.
Who is it for?
-Unbaptized adults
-Adults who are baptized in another Christian faith but are interested in becoming Catholic
-Adults who are baptized Catholic and in need of completing their initiation (Eucharist and/or Confirmation)
You are invited to inquire and find peace, wisdom and reconciliation.
If you sincerely desire to fully embrace the Catholic faith please contact Sister Maureen @ or call the rectory @ (973)694-3400.
SPONSOR REQUIREMENTS
All requests for sponsor certificates must be directed to Fr. Dan. Individuals must be registered and practicing members of this parish, at least 16 years of age, and have received the Sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation. If married, the marriage must have been accepted by the Catholic Church.
YOUTH MINISTRIES
Cathy Conlee, Pastoral Associate of Youth Ministry ~
CONFIRMATION:
- YEAR 2 Candidates- Regular, weekly Mass attendance is required throughout the summer.
- ENTERING 9TH GRADERS, FALL 2016 Confirmation Process registration/interviews are complete. Any new registrations will now incur a late fee. Please contact Cathy in the Parish Office to schedule an interview if you have not done so.
YOUTH MINISTRY:
Sundae Sunday is Sunday, August 14th following the noon Mass. All high school aged teens are welcome to join us for an ice cream social in the lower meeting room.
Faith and Abbey Fest, a full day outdoor Catholic faith, music and family fest, will be held on Saturday, September 24, 2016. For more information about registration and fees, contact Cathy Conlee in the Parish Office.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL:
Registration is now closed! Camp begins Monday, August 1st at 9am. Campers should wear sneakers and comfortable clothes in their group color (see parent email). Snack is provided. Pick up is promptly at noon. We are going to have an exciting Cave Quest this week where we will learn to follow Jesus the Light of the World!
WELCOMING THE “LITTLE ONES”
Christian Initiation into the Roman Catholic Church is a parish event, not a private affair. The sacrament of Baptism should be experienced, understood and celebrated as a process within the faith community. As Christian parents YOU are the most important persons in nurturing the faith life of your child. Baptism Prep Sessions for parents who are preparing to have their child baptized into the Faith Community are held at 7:30 PM in the SCHOOL MEDIA CENTER. The next session is Tuesday, August 9th.Baby doesn’t have to be born – as long as you are a parishioner, you can sign up at any point during pregnancy, just call the rectory at 973-694-3400.
MUSIC BOOKS
DONATION FOR THE NEW LITURGYMUSIC BOOKS.Forms are available in thevestibule of the church. Please fill out the formwith your offering ($20 is the usual donation).
LITURGICAL ASSIGNMENTS AUGUST 13/14TIME / LECTOR / MINISTERS OF COMMUNION / ALTAR SERVERS
5PM / P. Duke / C. Cronk, M. Duke, M. Pierce / PLEASE VOLUNTEER IN SUMMER MONTHS
8AM / R. Connor / Deacon Dan, B. Harkey, R. Weiner
10:30AM / R. Heckelmann / M. & P. Oesterle, J. Yancy
12PM / C. Forsatz / J. Esser, C. Mesce, G. VanSchaften
7PM / A. Skrzynski / L. Burke, M. Funge, J. Powers
BLESSING OF ENGAGED COUPLES
Our parish faith community congratulates you as you prepare to celebrate your commitment to one another for a lifetime of married love. We invite you to 12pm Mass on August 14thfor a blessing at this momentous time in your lives. Please call the rectory by Thursday, August 9, 2015 if you plan to participate.
BREAKFAST AT APPLEBEES
ON COLUMBUS DAY
Short Stacks For A Tall Cause, Flapjack Fundraiser Breakfast.
Profits go to Charitable Organizations Supported by IHM Knights of Columbus.
Included: Pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs and a beverage. (coffee, tea, juice or soda)
Saturday October 8, 2016, 8 am to 10 am.
Applebee's
465 Route 46 West
Totowa, NJ.
Tickets are $12 for adults, Children under 13 are $7.
Purchase tickets by calling, Joe @ 862-668-6784, Anthony @ 201-388-7542 or Tony @ 973-943-6335.
FEED THE HUNGRY
In the past it has been our mission to take a food collection on the fourth Sunday of the month for the Fr. English Center in Paterson. During this past Lent we collected on a weekly basis and shared the food between the Fr. English Center and the Wayne Interfaith Food Pantry. It was wonderfully successful. Going forward the Food Collection Barrelwill be in the vestibule permanently to receive donation that will be shared with both food pantries. Thank you for your care for those that go hungry in our community and our Diocese.
TRAVEL TOILETRIES
Wondering what to do with all those complimentary hotel toiletry items you’ve collected? These bottles of shampoo, soap and conditioner along with any other unused travel size toiletries, (no mouthwash please), will be well used and much appreciated by the people of Eva’s Shelter in Paterson. A container is located in the vestibule for the ongoing collection of these items.