6th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sunday, February 12, 2017

Corpus Christi Parish Willingboro, New Jersey

Established 1959

RECTORY / PARISH OFFICE

63 Sylvan Lane, Willingboro, New Jersey 08046

Phone 609.877.5322 Fax 609.877.1695 HOURS: M thru F: 9:00 AM to Noon; 1:30 to 5:00 PM

E-mail: ccnj@mycorpuschristichurch.com Website: www.ccnj.church

PASTOR Reverend John J. Testa

WEEKEND ASSISTANT Reverend Raymond Lennon, S. V. D.

DEACONS James E. Ayrer (Retired) Michael J. Hagan

PASTORAL MINISTER Sister Robert Marie Green, O. S. F.,

Corpus Christi Convent, 609.871.4226

DIRECTOR OF SACRED MUSIC Renee Hatzold, 609.410.6866

COORDINATOR, RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Jacquelyn Young, 609.871.4680

PARISH LIFE MASSES Daily (M - S): 8:00 AM Weekend: Saturday 4:00 PM; Sunday: 7:30, 9:30, 11:30 AM Holy Days: Please Refer to Bulletin

RECONCILIATION (CONFESSIONS) Saturday: Immediately after 8:00 AM Mass and 3:00 to 3:45 PM, or by Appointment

NOVENA TO OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP Saturday Morning following the 8:00 AM Mass

WEDNESDAY DEVOTIONS TO SAINT JOSEPH Immediately following the 8:00 AM Mass

OFFICE OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Located on the Second Floor of School Phone: 609.871.4680 Fax: 609.871.5213 www.religioused@mycorpuschristichurch.com

RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS Please call the Rectory Office at 609.877.5322

BAPTISMS 2nd Sunday of the Month at 1:00 PM. Parents should be registered in the parish. Please call the Rectory two months prior to the Baptism to make arrangements.

SICK CALLS Any time of day or night. Please call Rectory.

MARRIAGE We joyfully welcome your Marriage here at Corpus Christi. The Diocese requires that arrangements be made one year in advance. Please call the Rectory.

PARISH REGISTRATION We welcome new parishioners and newly married couples and ask that you kindly register with us.

THE CHOIRS OF CORPUS CHRISTI Adult, Resurrection, Youth, Bell, and Contemporary Choirs. Contact the Music Director at 609.410.6866.

THE SOCIETY OF SAINT VINCENT de PAUL For Assistance, please contact 609.835.7757

POPE JOHN PAUL II REGIONAL SCHOOL 11 South Sunset Road, Willingboro, NJ, 609.877.2144 Visit us at www.pjpiirs.com

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SANCTUARY CANDLE Week of February 12:

MASSES FOR THE WEEK MONDAY, February 13 8:00 AM Kenneth Camara r/b Family TUESDAY, February 14, SS. Cyril and Methodius 8:00 AM John Carr, Jr. r/b Monica & Bill WEDNESDAY, February 15 8:00 AM In Thanksgiving r/b Anastasie THURSDAY, February 16 8:00 AM In Thanksgiving r/b Jesse

(Masses Continued) FRIDAY, February 17 8:00 AM In Thanksgiving r/b Anastasie SATURDAY, February 18 8:00 AM Thomas A. Paglione r/b Karl & Carmela Mersinger 4:00 PM Gail Antoniewicz r/b Eleanor Miller SUNDAY, February 19 7:30 AM PRO POPULO r/b For The People 9:30 AM William Miller r/b Mary & Charles 11:30 AM John & Florence Petruska r/b Son, Gregory & Family

Collection January 29, 2017 $14,173.07 Same Weekend Last Year $16,196.48

Please take the time to use your envelopes. By doing so we are better able to keep track of your donations. We sincerely thank you for your continued generosity.

THE GOSPEL OF MATTHEW Matthew’s Gospel invites us all to come to understand how to live out the Kingdom of Heaven in our daily life. You are welcome to join us any Sunday, 3:00 to 5:00 PM. We welcome new and former participants. Questions? Please call Ann at 609.871.0527 or Bob at 609.877.9455.

From the Pastor:

My dear friends in Christ,

God’s wisdom challenges our human perspective and Christ calls us to a higher standard of religious practice. It is easy for us to accept God’s ways when things are going our way...but then comes the challenging moments in our relationships: betrayal, injustice, or even unfaithfulness. First the emotional pain sets in followed by frustration which turns into anger, and then in some cases, rage sets in. Can we ever be justified in our anger? Jesus offers us a wisdom that counsels reconciliation, faithfulness, and integrity--all manifestations of His radical call to shape our lives by love. God’s compassionate eyes are upon us, encouraging us to choose the path of life. Pope Francis tells us: “God’s world is a world where everyone feels responsible for the other, for the good of the other. This evening, in reflection, fasting and prayer, each of us deep down should ask ourselves: Is this really the world that I desire? Is this really the world that we all carry in our hearts? Is the world we want really a world of harmony and peace, in ourselves, in our relations with others, in families, in cities, in and between nations? And does not true freedom mean choosing ways in this world that lead to the good of all and are guided by love?” It’s about how we live together and work together as a community.

I would like to thank those who responded to my appeal (Elizabeth and Eleanor) for joining the cleaning team. I would also like to thank that special person who donated a brand new Shark vacuum cleaner to our parish.

And finally, Happy Valentine’s day!

May God bless you all!

Fr. John

20th ANNUAL

CATHOLIC MEN FOR JESUS CHRIST CONFERENCE Saturday, February 25, 2017, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Attention men! Be with us for the oldest and largest Catholic men’s conference in New Jersey. You don’t want to miss it! This year’s conference theme is “Into the Breach.” Come join Bishop David M. O’Connell, U.S. Rep. Chris Smith, Legacy of Life Foundation’s Marie Joseph and Catholic Evangelist Tim Staples and your brothers at St. Joseph’s Parish in Toms River, NJ to hear top-notch, inspirational speakers and fellowship with other men who are looking to grow in their walk with Jesus and dynamically live out their Catholic faith. For more info, please contact Christ Rodriguez at 609.864.4993 or for on-line information/registration, please go to www.catholicmenforjesuschrist.org.

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END OF YEAR TAX STATEMENTS If you would like to receive a statement substantiating your donations to Corpus Christi Church for the 2016 calendar year, please call the Rectory office at 609.877.5322 to make a request as statements are mailed upon request only.

VEGETABLE SOUP CLUB MEMBERS THANK YOU “Jingles For Soup” Collection Another Success

Your donations of $1,200 strengthen our ability to serve a nutritious meal to those without the ability to serve themselves. Your much-needed generosity is very much appreciated! God bless you.

THAT MAN IS YOU!

For over 50 years the Church has been focused on the importance of the Christian family. We’ll watch a DVD on what five Popes have written about families. God called Joseph to be the head of the Holy Family. He has called “us” as men to be Joseph for our families. There are seven steps we are working on to be better husbands, fathers, and grandfathers. We meet Saturdays, 6:00 to 7:45 AM with coffee and Danish. Have your first cup of coffee with us! Questions? Please call Tom Janus at 609.835.1475.

RESURRECTION PARISH

Upcoming Events! DESIGNER HANDBAG BINGO! Friday, February 24, 2017 Resurrection Parish Center, 260 Conrow Road, Delran. Starts 7:00 PM. Doors open 5:30 PM. Coach, Kate Spade, Michael Kors, etc. Door Prizes. 50-50. Get your tickets early to guarantee your seat! Reservations available for tables of 10. BYOB and BYOF (food/snacks). $25.00 pp. Tickets available at Parish Office or call 856.461.6555 or e-mail resurrection2@comcast.net.

DANCE TO THE OLDIES Saturday, March 11, 2017 7:00 to 11:00 PM. Featuring Joey D’s Rockin’ Oldies! $20.00/pp (or $25 at the door). Buffet and Set-ups. BYOB. Sponsored by the St. Vincent de Paul Society at Resurrection Parish. Join us at Holy Name Parish Center, Conrow Road, Delran. For tickets and information, please call Betty at 856.461.2767.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES Part-Time Custodian Position-Burlington County

Duties include cleaning buildings, removing debris, vacuum carpets/buff floors; empty trash; clean restrooms, etc. Good oral and written skills; attention to details; ability to deal in a professional/friendly manner w/customers; work in a team environment; self-starter; solve practical problems. Requires HS diploma/GED, valid driver’s license. Experience in service environment. $10.75/hr. 15 hrs. Apply onl ine at www.catholiccharitiestrenton.org or send resume to hr@cctrenton.org

WELCOMING COMMITTEE NEWS Sunday Morning Gathering for New Parishioners

Corpus Christi Parish extends a warm invitation to all newly registered parishioners (last three months) to join us following the 9:30 AM Mass on SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26th so that we may have the opportunity to welcome you to our Parish Family. Light refreshments served.

FAITH TO MOVE MOUNTAINS UPDATE We have just received our second Diocesan rebate check based on your sacrificial gifts to the Faith to Move Mountains Campaign. Our total pledge to date is $665,105 with a balance remaining of $488,737.08 over a three to five year pledge period. Our parish goal was $755,000. We were $89,895 short of our goal. It’s never too late to close this gap and make a final pledge. Pledge Cards are still available in the Sacristy. Faith to Move Mountains was a one-time campaign designed to strengthen the long term future of our Diocese. It is not to be confused with the Annual Catholic Appeal which will be introduced in the coming weeks. The monies raised for the Annual Catholic Appeal are used for the day-to-day operation of our Diocese.

1st WAY OF BURLINGTON COUNTY Volunteers and Clothing Needed

This pro-life pregnancy center is in need of volunteers to help poor Mothers and their babies. If you are able to commit to 2 hours weekly to give out diapers, formula, layettes and clothing, please call Karen Pierce at 856.722.9418. Maternity and children’s clothing are always needed. Please consider donating to 1st Way. Donations are tax-deductible. Call us at 609.871.1431. Thank you for helping those who have chosen Life!

CONSIDER THE CONVERSATION 2: STORIES ABOUT CURE, RELIEF AND COMFORT

Join us Friday, February 24, 2017 at Sacred Heart Parish, 260 High Street, Mount Holly, NJ. Program’s goal is to encourage meaningful conversations between husbands and wives, doctors/health care professionals and patients, clergy/lay ministers and parishioners, and parents and children. Facilitator: Virtua-Mount Holly Hospital Chaplain, Marge McGinley. This powerful evening promises to provide inspiration, resources and new-found insights to help participants think, talk, and act on advanced care issues, and to facilitate living life to its fullest up to its final moment. Cost: $15/advance; $20/door. Includes a light dinner. Program provides credits on several educational levels. For more info or to register, please go to: https://www.samaritannj.org/news-events/hospice-events/catholic-hospice-workshop.

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