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SSSAINTAINTAINT JJJAMESAMESAMES the APOSTLE CHURCH

45 SOUTH SPRINGFIELD AVENUE SPRINGFIELD, NEW JERSEY 07081-2301 OFFICE: 973-376-3044 FACSIMILE: 973-376-0560

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The Parish is Served by Fr. John D. Gabriel

Pastor [email protected]

Fr. Silvano Kim Parochial Vicar

[email protected]

Fr. John D. Dennehy Weekend Assistant

Fr. Ray Cho Weekend Assistant

Mr. Jerome Bongiovanni Permanent Deacon

[email protected]

Mr. Daniel O’Neill Permanent Deacon

[email protected]

Mr. Arthur Bandel Permanent Deacon

www.saintjamestheapostle.org

THIRD SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME

JANUARY 25, 2015

JOIN US THIS WEEK! Call

MRS. PATRICIA DOLANSKY, Principal 973-376-5194

A Welcoming Community of Faith in the Heart of Springfield

SATURDAY, January 24, 2015 5:00PM Maureen Hannon ~ Rose Anne Citro SUNDAY, January 25, 2015 7:30AM George N. Chern ~ Rev. John Gabriel 9:00AM For The People of Saint James 10:30AM Anthony Di Murro ~ Wanda, Norman & Lisa 12:00PM Nicolina Manserra ~ Vittoria Matteucci 7:00PM Elizabeth Weiss ~ Mr. & Mrs. James Bonacorda MONDAY, January 26, 2015 7:30AM Patricia Murphy ~ St James Rosary Society TUESDAY, January 27, 2015 7:30AM Patricia Murphy ~ Nettie & Bob Roessner WEDNESDAY, January 28, 2015 7:30AM Richard Perry ~ Petersen Family THURSDAY, January 29, 2015 7:30AM Helen Hadenschaden ~ Yannazzone Family FRIDAY, January 30, 2015 7:30AM Roger Brown ~ Laura Hegan SATURDAY, January 31, 2015 8:00AM Menotti J. Lombardi~ Carmen Lombardi Brian Smith ~ Parents 5:00PM James Donnelly ~ Kathy Donnelly SUNDAY, February 1, 2015 7:30AM Stefan Brocko ~ Kim Mailley 9:00AM Gene Del Mauro ~ Mother, Mara Del Mauro 10:30AM For The People of Saint James 12:00PM Salvatore Bibbo ~ Maria Bibbo 7:00PM Catherine Grzybowski ~ Maggie & Hugh Keffer

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MASSES FOR THE WEEK Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B

January 25, 2015

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WEEKLY MEMORIALS

SANCTUARY LAMP Elizabeth Fitzsimmons ~ Linda & Clifford Miller

BREAD AND WINE

For The People of Saint James

FLOWERS BY THE TABERNACLE For The People of Saint James

When Jesus preached the gospel message he called others to follow as his disciples and he gave them a mission: "to catch people for the kingdom of God." What kind of disciples did he choose? Smelly fishermen! In the choice of the first apostles we see a characteristic feature of Jesus' work: he chose very ordinary people. He chose these individuals, not for what they were, but for what they would be capable of becoming under his direction and power. When the Lord calls us to serve, we must not think we have nothing to offer. The Lord takes what ordinary people, like us, can offer and uses it for greatness in his kingdom. Do you believe that God wants to work in and through you for his glory?

REFLECTIONS ON TODAY’S GOSPEL

Worship: 1116

STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURES Your continued and consistent generosity raised

the following amount

$5,518.00

Jesus says, i t is far better to g ive than to rece ive

MASS SCHEDULE

SUNDAY 7:30AM ~ 9:00AM ~ 10:30AM ~ 12:00PM ~ 7:00PM

Anticipated Mass ~ Saturday 5:00PM DAILY MASS

Weekdays: Novena 7:10AM ~ Mass 7:30AM Saturdays Novena 7:40AM ~ Mass 8:00AM

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Saturdays at 11:00AM

RECTORY OFFICE HOURS Monday: 9:00AM ~ 7:30PM

Tuesday – Thursday: 9:00AM ~ 5:30PM Friday: 9:00AM ~ 4:00PM Saturday and Sunday ~ Closed

THE PASTOR’S LETTER Father John Gabriel

SAINT JAMES THE APOSTLE CHURCH BULLETIN 638 :: JANUARY 25, 2015 PAGE 3

Dear Parish Family, Some of you may remember Fr. Everest Baniyet from last summer. He came to St. James Parish to speak at all the Masses in August about the work of the church in his home country of Nigeria. During his visit, he told us that his bishop had given him permission to study moral theology at our seminary for the next several years. His only problem was that he needed a place to stay. Since we had an extra bedroom in the rectory, I was happy to welcome him to St. James while he studies. Fr. Everest arrived last week and was appointed to residence in our parish. Fr. Silvano and I are most happy to welcome him. It’s always wonderful to have more companionship in the rectory, but we are also hap-py because we know of the hospitality and kindness of the people of St. James, and this will be a great support for Fr. Everest as he spends this time in a new country. I asked him to tell you a bit about himself. Let us keep priests and vocations in our prayers, especially during this Year of Consecrated Life. Welcome Fr. Everest!

WHO IS THIS FR EVEREST? Rev. Fr. Everest Peter Baniyet-Njei was born in 6th May 1974 to a farming cou-ple, Peter and Justina both were Christians. I am from Kaduna State, Northern part of Nigeria. However, during my High School at a tender age, I lost my parents. I am the only child of my parents with seven(7) cousins that I considered as my blood brothers and sisters. In order to continue with my education after the death of my par-ents I was brought up under fosterage. I was taken into care by a catholic priest whom I considered a good Sa-maritan. The priest was the rector of the High School and I was placed with a foster family. I was raised and trained as a foster child by Mr. David Bowyer, a British citizen, married to a Nigerian woman named Teresa. This generous family played a crucial role in ensuring the safety, permanency and well-being of my livelihood in their care. Having finished my Philosophy and Theology at St. Augustine’s Seminary Jos, Nigeria I was ordained priest on 11 August 2001, Most Reverend George Dodo. However, after two years of my ordination I lost one of my foster parents Teresa (may the Lord rest her soul Amen). I became an orphan again but now I was as a priest. I was assigned to different parishes in my diocese to work as an associate priest, after five years of being a Parochial vicar I was assigned as a Chaplain to the Young Catholic students in a secular College. Before I became a Chap-lain I had worked with different Ministries in the diocese, the ministries are; Religious Education, Catholic youths, Bible studies and School of Evangelization. However, after working for five years as Chaplain in a college, I needed to be well equipped and knowledgeable in order to teach and shepherd the people entrusted into my care. The Bishop consented to this idea and is allowing me to further my studies. I received admission into Immacu-late Conception Seminary School of Theology, at Seton Hall University. Initially, I had a problem with accommo-dations, I contacted Fr. John Gabriel who I met when I came here on 10 August 2014 for MISSION APPEAL, in his kind gesture he extended a hand of friendship and hospitality and accepted to house me in your magnifi-cent Parish Rectory. I remain eternally grateful and thankful to Most Reverend John J. Myers the Arch Bishop of Newark, Rev. Fr. John Gabriel the pastor, Fr. Silvano Kim the parochial vicar and the good people of St. James Parish, one and undivided family. I pray and hope for God’s blessing and protection to all through Christ our Lord, Amen. Once more, I say to you all THANK YOU!

In His Name,

~ Fr. Everest

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A TIME TO SEEK

A TIME OF WAR & PEACE

We pray for all defending our freedom…

Luis Fonseca, Arthur Raymond, Frank Wulff, Aric Patten, Jack Lober, Stacy Enyeart, A.J. Carlucci,

David Bugel, Aaron Pluto, Samuel Lillie, Tim Arentz, Stephen Patricco, Sean Curran,

Phillip Patten, Lt. Sean P. Eadie, Shane Fenton

For all seminarians on the road to priesthood, especially:

Luis Fernando Diaz, Hermes Diaz, Danny Pabon, Peter Carey, Joseph Furnaguera, Andres Polanco,

Zachary Devoe, Andres Polanco, Sebastian Valencia, Joseph Gurliaccio, Diego Arce, Dhanush Canisius,

Harlan Acosta

THE PRAYER CORNER

“To everything there is a season and a time for every purpose…”

A TIME TO HEAL

For all who are sick and suffering………

Bea Giacobbe, Brian Mather, Marc Conte, Rita Dilly, Alice McCarthy, Maria Patania, Susan Sullivan,

Tom Hogan, Eva Brownfield, Richard McNelis, Charlotte McNelis, Kyle Noonan, Walter Mathias,

Fr. Peter Funesti, Joseph Schubert, Jean Comerford, Ronald Alaniz, Honorise DeSisto, Connor Smith,

Ana Harper, Sr. Rosanne Treston, Sandra Turlowicz, John Rendiero, George Ondish, Antoinette Pacifico,

John Pangiochi, Marion Sexton, Amelia Montana, Robert John McCann

EVANGELIZATION CORNER

Our parish just purchased a permanent Lighthouse Catholic Media kiosk where we'll be selling Catholic CDs, books and booklets. It is located in the gathering area and is self-service with a dona-tion box.

WEEK #6

THE SEVEN PILLARS OF CATHO-LIC SPIRITUALITY

Have you ever felt disillusioned about your faith and filled with doubt? Matthew Kelly will take you on the adventure of a lifetime designed to help revitalize your spiritual life. Bold, practical, and inspiring, he will help you rediscover the true meaning of life as expressed in the seven pillars of authentic Catholic spirituality. One of our most popular talks for many years now, this CD is sure to stir your soul and invigorate your spiritual life.

WEEK #7 WHY A PROTESTANT PASTOR BE-

CAME CATHOLIC

Dr. Scott Hahn explains through his legendary testimo-ny how he was militantly anti-Catholic but self-driven to seek the truth. This ultimately led him into the Catholic Church. He soon became an ardent defender of the Faith and one of its most passionate promoters.

We hope you enjoy and use this kiosk often!

CANDLE BLESSING ON THE FEAST OF THE PRESENTATION MONDAY EVENING, FEBRUARY 2, 2015 AT 7:00PM.

On February 2nd the Church celebrates the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord, also called Candlmas Day, on which candles are blessed symbolizing Christ who is the Light of the World. According to Luke’s account of the Gospel, Simeon recognized Jesus as the Messiah in the Temple and declared him “a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and glory for your people Israel” (Luke 2:32). This sparked the tradition of blessing enough candles to last an entire year. This led to candle processions in churches and in the streets, which became known as “Candlmas.” Please plan on joining us for Holy Mass, parishioners are invited to bring a candle which will be blessed at the mass. We will gather in the church as we usually do. Once we are in place, our candles will be lit. The priest then begins Mass with the blessing and sprinkling of candles, followed by the procession.


HOSPITAL VISITATIONS

If you or someone you know is in the hospital please inform the hospital staff you are Catholic and a mem-ber of Saint James the Apostle Church. The priests and deacons will be able to find you so a visit can be ar-ranged. Contact the Parish Office to have a name added at Mass and/or to the Prayer Line.

OUR PARISH COMMUNITY

Sharing With One Another

FIESTA CELEBRATION

PRESENTATION OF THE LORD OUR LADY OF CANDELARIA

[Patroness of Silang, Cavite, Philippines]

Saturday, February 7, 2015 12:00pm to 4:30pm

Saint James The Apostle Catholic Church Springfield, New Jersey

Blessing of Candles & Mass start at 12:00pm

Lunch and fiesta celebration after Mass

For additional information, please contact: Gene/Nene Salle 516-775-5157

ROSARY MAKING

MINISTRY

We meet once a month on a Monday morning from 10:00-11:30AM. Donations of beads and other supplies are gratefully accepted. If you have experience, the desire to join this ministry or would like information, please contact Carmela Cocchiaro at 973-921-0787.

Please call Carmela for location information

DEVOTIONS AND MEMORIALS ~ Spiritual Offerings

To have a loved one remembered through the Sanctuary Lamp / Bread & Wine and /or the

Flowers By the Tabernacle Please call Jackie Canavan in the Rectory Office 973-376-3044

NOCTURNAL ADORATION Saint John the Apostle Church, 1805 Penbrook Terrace in Linden has Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament with Benediction, Homily & Communion every First Friday from 8:30-9:30pm. All are welcome.

MARIAN DEVOTION

Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament with Miraculous Medal Novena, Rosary and Benediction takes place on Monday evenings (as scheduled) from 6:45-7:30pm in our Church, Saint James, please feel free to join us.

PERPETUAL ADORATION

Can you volunteer as an Adoration Chapel Adorer? Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Mountainside needs two adorers per hour.

Please contact Irene Ciccarino at 732-574-0064.

HOLY HOUR FOR LIFE

Come join us in pray before the Blessed Sacrament on the first Wednesday of the month. Please join us on Wednesday, February 4th from 7:30-8:30PM at Holy Spirit Church, 984 Suburban Avenue, Union, NJ.

RECEIVING COMMUNION It is good to remind ourselves of the reverence needed when we receive the Body and Blood of Christ. When we approach the altar, if receiving on the hand, please remove any gloves beforehand. Remember to bow slightly without being ostentatious and reply “Amen”. If communion runs out please wait for the Minister to return.


WELLNESS MINISTRY

HEALTHY NUGGETS

Do you read the food labels when buying your grocer-ies? If not this is the time to start. First reason to start doing so has been shown by research findings how High Fructose Corn Syrup leads to heart disease, liver problems, obesity, tooth decay, and feeds cancer cells.

It is important to know how much salt has been added or if the oils used are virgin, extra virgin, cold pressed or water pressed oil instead of unhealthy hydrogen oil. Know the nutrients the food has to make a healthy edu-cated choice. A good rule is if you cannot pronounce the ingredient listed or do not know what it is……don’t eat it!

RESPECT LIFE CORNER

Mrs. Patricia Sullivan

Discover Theology of the Body!

Given to us by Saint John Paul II, Theology of the Body is renew-ing marriages, awakening vocations, healing deep personal wounds, and setting people free to live the life for which they were created..

Theologian Christopher West addresses, via DVD, two funda-mental questions of human existence:

• What does it mean to be “made male and female in the image and likeness of God?”

• How can I live my life in a way that brings true happiness and fulfillment?

Theology of the Body: A Six-Week Program

Thursday evenings, February 19, 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26 at 7:00-9:00 PM.

The Church of the Little Flower

110 Roosevelt Ave., Berkeley Heights. Location: School Cafeteria

Call: (908) 464-1585 for registration information

Fees: $15.00 fee per individual to cover the cost of chapter study book

$25.00 fee per couple to cover the cost of chapter study book

$10.00 fee for students 18-22 to cover the cost of chapter study book

FEAST OF ST. BLAISE TUESDAY

FEBRUARY 3, 2015 7:30AM

Blessing of the throats will take place at the conclusion of the

morning Mass

ST. JOSEPH CHURCH 767 PROSPECT STREET : MAPLEWOOD, NJ

07040 COME AND BRING A FRIEND!


PARISH SCHOOL NEWS Mrs. Patricia Dolansky, Principal

973-376-5194 ON YOUR MARK, GET SET, GO!

TO CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK AT SAINT JAMES!

It’s here! Time to get your Catholic School on for the week – like a whole week is really enough to celebrate our Saint James the Apostle Parish Catholic School! Welcome to the annual celebration of Catholic Education across the United States. Beginning today and running all week, Saint James is celebrating in style, with activities for students, families, parishioners, and members of the community. Our school truly is a community of Faith, Knowledge, and Service. This week, come and see the value Catholic education provides to young people and its contributions to our church, our communities of Springfield, Union, and beyond, as well as our nation. At Saint James the Apostle School we are: Advancing Academics, Fostering Faith, and Instilling Integrity. Our schedule of events for the week is listed below. Please stop in at our Open House, we’d love to show you what’s new, walk you around the place, invite you to select a book or two at the Scholastic Book Fair, let you feel inspired in our interactive classrooms. If you can’t make it today, give us a call, and we would be pleased to set up a personalized tour; after all, this is your parish school, and you’ve got pull around here. Got Catholic School?

Saturday, January 24 – Sunday January 25 Masses

We will kick off Catholic Schools Week with our students serving and attending the 5:00PM (Saturday Anticipation Mass), 7:30AM, 9:00AM, 10:30AM and 12:00 Noon masses.

Sunday January 25—Open House from 1:15 – 2:45PM / Book Fair / Living Biographies

Monday, January 26 – Appreciation for Others

8:30 – 10:00AM ~ Food collection / Making sandwiches (all grades)

Weeklong Activity – Operation PAL (Prayers and Letters) Valentines for soldiers

Tuesday, January 27 – Appreciation for our Parents/Guardians

Students will express their gratitude to their parents/guardians for all they do.

Students in upper grades will write letters and / or poetry.

Students in lower grades will draw pictures.

Wednesday, January 28 – Appreciation for the Saint James Teachers

9:00AM – Spelling Bee ~ Grades K – 7

11:00AM—All About Saint James ~ All Gradees

1:15PM— – 4th annual Knights of Columbus Spelling Bee ~ Grade 8

8th Graders will teach the lower grades about the patron saint of our school, Saint James the Greater

Thursday, January 29 – Appreciation for the Saint James Staff

God is Good, All the Time

The student body of Saint James will sing “God is Good, All the Time” to the staff, faculty and each other. Friday, January 30 – Appreciation for our Students

Principal’s Dress Down Day – dress in the colors of our school

9:00 – 10:00AM ~ Living Biographies ~ All grades

10:45 – 11:45AM ~ Volleyball ~ Prek3 through Grade 1

1:00 – 2:15 PM ~ Volleyball ~ Graders 2 through 8

PreK 3 & 4 through 1st Grade will play color/Shape Bingo during the afternoon


Please note: only non-perishable food can be accepted, fresh fruit and other items needing refrigeration should not be left in the gathering area; clothing and bedding are not acceptable either and for health reasons will be discarded.

The next collection will take place the weekend of January 24/25, 2015 before the 5:00PM Mass on Saturday evening and between 10:00AM and 12:00PM Noon on Sunday, in the Gathering Area of the Church.

Sandwich collections will also take place Monday, January 26 from the School Kitchen between 8:00-11:00AM. Anyone interested in volunteering to help deliver to St. Joe’s please contact Lisa Gillo 908-232-5304 or [email protected].

LILY’S PANTRY 140 BRIAR HILLS CIRCLE, SPRINGFIELD, NJ 07081

Lily’s Pantry partners with Springfield HOPE to provide food for families in need within our community. If you would like to honor Anthony through a monetary or food donation, or if you, or someone you know is in need, please contact Maria at 973-379-8188 for assistance.

May God bless you!

FEED MY PEOPLE

Mrs. Lisa Gillo Coordinator

When we feed the poor we feed Christ

NON-PERISHABLE FOOD, SANDWICH AND MEATLOAF

COLLECTIONS

CALENDAR NEWS

Mrs. Maggie Keffer Coordinator

SUNDAY

10:00AM

1:30PM

5:45PM

MONDAY

7:10AM

6:00PM

6:45PM

TUESDAY

7:10AM

3:45PM

7:00PM

WEDNESDAY

7:10AM

3:00PM

THURSDAY

7:10AM

FRIDAY

7:10AM

2:45PM

SATURDAY

7:40AM

11:00AM

SUNDAY

10:00AM

10:30AM

5:45PM

SUNDAY January 25

Religious Education (K-8)-School

Sacrament of Baptism

Ensemble Rehearsal-Church

MONDAY January 26

Recitation of the Rosary-Church

Boy Scout Den Meeting-Gym

Evening Novena-Church

TUESDAY January 27


Religious Education (1-8)-School

Adult Choir Rehearsal-Church

WEDNESDAY January 28


Volleyball Practice-Hatcher Hall

THURSDAY January 29


FRIDAY January 30


Jr. Girl Scout Meeting-School

SATURDAY January 31


Sacrament of Reconciliation-Church

SUNDAY February 1

Religious Education (K-8)-School

Religious Education Retreat-Gym

Ensemble Rehearsal-Church

SECOND COLLECTION ~ JANUARY 17/18 FOR THE ARCHDIOCESAN ASSESSMENT COLLECTION

$2,270.00

Thank you for your continued support and generosity!

Please contact Maggie Keffer to schedule any calendar events

[email protected] or 973-376-2061

Sometimes we feel so small in this wide world of ours. We wonder how we can make a difference. We know every little bit helps, but sometimes we feel so inadequate rising up against some of the global issues we face on a daily basis. Jesus tells us that the smallest of seeds turns into the largest of plants. Together, united with the world-wide Church, we can make a difference. If we get involved, put our words into action, then most certainly we can make a difference. It’s when we feel defeated and insignificant that the devil has much to work with. Let’s give him nothing and God everything.

BULLETIN INFORMATION

Information for the Bulletin needs to be emailed by

NOON ON MONDAYS TO:

[email protected] and [email protected]

YOUTH GROUP NEWS

Mrs. Kimberly Mailley

ARCHDIOCESAN SKI WEEKEND FEBRUARY 20-22, 2015

Join us as we travel with the Archdiocese of Newark to Glens Falls, NY for a weekend of fun with teens from all around the Archdiocese. About 300 teens (high school age only) will gather at the Queensbury Hotel for a great weekend of skiing, snowboarding, tubing and fellowship. Fr. Silvano challenges you all to a snow ball fight! Cost is $190 per person (4 to a room) includes bus, hotel, breakfast and dinner and boxed lunch for the ride home. Deposit ($85) is due and the balance is due February 6th. For more information please contact Kim Mailley at [email protected] of 973-951-1631.

Be a Part of Something Great!

PARISH SENIORS NEWS

Mr. James Geoghan

The Parish Seniors meet on the second Monday of the month at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 60 Harvard St, Summit (off Shunpike Rd). The support of the members is important to any successful club, and the Saint James Seniors is an important part of our parish. If you have any ideas or suggestions for future meetings please let me know.

For further information, please call

Jim Geoghan, President at (973) 379-2714.


SAGE HOME HEALTH CARE

S.A.G.E. Inc. provides health and personal care ser-vices that help clients remain in their homes. This of-fers a cost-effective and more desirable alternative to nursing home care.S.A.G.E. Inc., offers an experi-enced Clinical Nursing Team with over fifty years of experience in Home Care.

For more information call (908) 659-9668.

INTERESTED IN GETTING SOME EXERCISE? KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BOWLING LEAGUE IS JUST

WHAT YOU NEED!

We bowl every other Sun., beginning at 6:00PM

Plaza Lanes, Main St., Madison, NJ

Fee: $16/week - includes free banquet at end of season

Bowlers should be 18 years of age or older, Teams of 4 may join or individual bowlers who we will try to place. Mixed league includes male and female bowlers, all male or all female.

Please call Irene at (973) 868 -8038

MOUNT ST. MARY HOUSE OF PRAYER 1651 U.S. Highway 22, Watchung, NJ 07069

(908) 753-2091 * [email protected]

Be My Valentine! A Special Evening for Married Couples Nurture and celebrate the gift of love. Includes supper, presentation, prayer and sharing. Concludes with renewal of your marriage vows at Mass. Wed., Feb. 11, 6-9 p.m. ($80-$90 per couple as you are able)

Sacred Time; Sacred Space A personal, quiet day to enjoy God’s presence. Day begins with communal prayer. Tues., Feb. 17, 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Bring bag lunch. ($20-$30 As You Are Able)

Please remember to check the parish website and your email for class closures now that the winter weather is here. If the public schools close, we, too will close (on Tuesdays). As a parent, it is always best to use your own judgment concerning weather conditions and health concerns. The direct telephone number to the Religious Education Office is 973-376-2061. The next retreat for Home Study and Summer Families is next Sunday, February 1 beginning at the 10:30AM Mass. Please enter the gym through the doors in the back of the school, thank you! 7th and 8th grade students needing community service hours are asked to look at the website for upcoming opportunities. We are always in need of adults (18+) to aid and substi-tute teach on Sundays and Tuesdays - please call the Religious Ed Office if you are available.

Office Hours: Tuesday & Wednesday or by Appointment

Available via email: [email protected]

If you give a parish a school, it’s going to ask for some children to educate.

When you give the parish the children, it’ll probably ask you for some teachers.

Once there are children and teachers, the parish will ask for a principal.

Then it will want to know about what the children are learning to make sure the school has a great

curriculum. When the parish looks at the learning there,

parishioners might notice a lot is happening that they might want to be a part of.

So they’ll probably talk to the priests about the school, and say hello to the principal.

When they’ve finished checking in with the priests and the principal, they’ll want to meet the children.

Parishioners will start volunteering at the school. They might get carried away and work the cash register

at lunch. They may even end up reading stories to little ones, talking to older ones about life choices, and feeling a bond with the school kids because the children are learning how to be responsible for growth in their

faith! When they’ve done this, they’ll start recognizing the

school families in church. The parishioners will be aware that students plan

liturgies every month, and participate in the Stations of the Cross during Lent, the May Crowning, and other

faith events. They’ll know the school families so well that they

might surprise those struggling somewhat with some anonymous grace during the year.

The parishioners will be happy that they have a great school community through their church.

When they look at their church, they’ll be excited about the young families calling it home.

Looking at the church will remind them that they want a vibrant parish.

So… the parishioners will ask for children to be a central part of their parish life.

And chances are if parishioners are looking for such a parish, they’re going to want a school to go with it.

Please join us for Catholic Schools Week Activities

listed elsewhere in this bulletin!

RELIGIOUS ED NEWS

Mrs. Nancy Caputo Director

PARISH SCHOOL NEWS

Mrs. Patricia Dolansky Principal

PAGE 10 SAINT JAMES THE APOSTLE CHURCH BULLETIN 638 :: JANUARY 25, 2015

IF YOU GIVE A PARISH A SCHOOL !

BY MRS. MARY MCELROY

ST. JAMES MOMS’ GROUP

JOIN US FOR OUR MONTHLY SPIRITUAL REFLECTION AND FELLOWSHIP

Sunday, February 8, 2015 from 4-6pm

St. John’s Room in the Rectory

Moms of all ages and expecting moms are welcome. Hope to see you there!

Contact Andrea Chipana:

[email protected]

Worship with us…

Embrace our fellowship

Learn about our ministries…

Come join us…

Offer your time & talents…

Make new friends…

Experience our hospitality...

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