February 25, 2018

Saint Mary’s Church17 Pompton Avenue

Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442 Telephone: 973-835-0374 — FAX: 973.835.8173

Web Site: www.stmarys-pompton.orgE-Mail: smc@stmarys-pompton.org

All are Welcome to our Liturgy

Alex RechCarly MalfattoCatherine LeshnerCathryn SkellyEnrique PerezEverly Sherman Gabby Reilly

Gabriele VoliGiavanna CaputoGrace LeshnerJake BarbacciaJames KimberlinJared AndradeJesse Cianciotto

Jimmy RalphJoanna LiputJohn CastriconeJonathan LimeyKyra Watkowski Lauren VoightMackenzie Ryan

Olivia ValloRachel NastasiSam CastriconeSkyler DohertyTaylor WittigVictoria Narbone

RETREATANTS

Natalie WatkowskiOlivia SchuckRobert VoliShannon TaggartTori Lorenc

Tim Malone - Youth MinisterLaurie and Tim Skelly - Coordinators

Anthony Xochipa Eva Watkowski

Jess ReulMandy MorrisRoyce Knight

Alan MargreitherAmanda GossonCaitlin MonahanEmma SkellyKatie DurotMiranda Deevy

TEAM ADULTS

On the same day two of Jesus’ followers were going to a village named Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem, and they were talking to each other about all of the things that had happened. As they talked and discussed, Jesus himself drew near and walked along with them; they saw him, but somehow did not recognize him.

LUKE 24: 13-16

This weekend, Youth Ministry embarked on our own

Road to Emmaus. We were challenged with understanding that Jesus is always with us on our

journey, even if we fail to recognize Him.

Lenten Schedule for Masses and Para-Liturgy Service (PLS)

MONDAY thru FRIDAY—7:30 AM, 12:00 PM [Church] Reconciliation—7:00-9:00 PM Mondays [Church]

SATURDAY—9 AM (PLS) [Prayer Room]

SATURDAY EVE VIGIL—5:00 PM, 7:00 PM [Church]

SUNDAY 7:30, 9:00, 10:30 AM, 12:00 Noon, 5:00 PM [Church] 9:00 AM—Spanish Mass [Downey Hall]10:30 AM—Family Liturgy [Downey Hall - Interpreted for the deaf/hard of hearing]

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Adult Faith Events................................... 9Bishop’s Lenten Pastoral 2018................. 9Bread and Wine ...................................... 3Collection Update ................................... 7Community News ................................. 14Contact Us .............................................. 2Cornerstone - Women ............................ 4Daily Readings for the Week ................... 2Deceased Names .................................... 3Easter Schedule [English/Hispanic] .. 12/13 Lenten Mondays ............................... 13 Lent 2018 - “Come Back to Me” .......... 9Eucharistic Celebrations.......................... 3Eucharistic Ministers Needed ................. 7

Faith Direct ............................................. 9 Flu Season Guidelines ............................. 8Food Pantry News .................................. 8Giggles for God ....................................... 5JustFaith in 3 Weeks - Lenten Series .......... 5K of C Events ........................................... 8 LGBT Ministry ......................................... 8 Memorial Garden Paver Stones ............ 14Military Personnel Names ...................... 3Ministerio Hispano de Santa María .....10-12Ministry News .....................................8/9Operation Starfish .................................. 8Pastoral Ministry Care Connection ........ 14Pathways Counseling Center ................... 9

Parish Life Pics - Ash Wednesday/Lent ...... 13 Prayer Requests ...................................... 3Religious Ed/Faith Formation ......................7St. Mary’s School News .................................7 Calendar Raffle Winners ..................... 7The Parish Store ..................................... 9The Pastor’s Desk ................................... 4The Seder Supper ................................... 4Trip: Rome/Assisi - Save the Date............ 8Truck Donation Requested ...................... 3Weekly Calendar .................................... 2Year End Tax Statements .........................14Youth Ministry ............................................... 6 Youth Ministry - Emmaus Retreat .....Cover

PASTOR - Fr. Gonzalo de Jesús Torres-acosTa oFM - 973.835.0374, x702 gonzaloofm@stmarys-pompton.org ASSISTANT TO THE PASTOR - anne silversey - 973.835.0374 x145 anne@stmarys-pompton.orgDEACONS - 973.835.0374 Hal clark deaconhc@optonline.net THoMas kiMak tkimak@aeciusa.com PAROCHIAL VICARS Fr. ricHard HusTed, oFM, x710 rhusted@stmarys-pompton.org Fr. Barry lanGley, oFM, x156 blangley@stmarys-pompton.org

ADULT FAITH Stephen Kass - 973.879.3102 stephenbkass@gmail.com ADMINISTRATION - 973.835.5841 claire FaGan - Parish Secretary, x120 cfagan@stmarys-pompton.org Mary ellen leiBla, Business Office, x106 Mel@stmarys-pompton.org Gisela Moore - Bulletin Editor, x119 gisela@stmarys-pompton.org Terry WalsH - Sacramental Records, x169 CHRISTIAN CAREGIVING Beverly Joan dellearT, Certified Spiritual Dir., x113 beverly@stmarys-pompton.org [sTepHen MinisTry, Journey WiTH cancer MinisTry, MiliTary ouTreacH] FINANCE - 973.835.5841 GreG sTripeikis, Dir., x107 gstrip13@stmarys-pompton.org carol Tarlo, Ass’t to Dir., x122 CarolT@stmarys-pompton.org FOOD PANTRY - 973.831.4442 foodpantry@stmarys-pompton.orgHISPANIC MINISTRY - MilaGros anTo - 973.835.0374, x703 milagros@stmarys-pompton.orgMAINTENANCE - 973-768-1544 pHillip epsTein, Director pepstein@stmarys-pompton.org Hayk allaHverdi, ToM sakac MUSIC MINISTRY - 973.835.0374 craiG & doroTHy liMey, dir., x158 cdlimey@stmarys-pompton.org carrie sTeWarT - accoMpanisT, x192 CStewart@StMarys-Pompton.orgR.C.I.A.-keiTH oroTosky-973.476.4398 keithorotosky@gmail.com

RECEPTIONISTS - 973.835.0374 June aBene, connie MariTaTo, carol JoHnson

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION/FAITH FORMATION - 973.835.7750 Mary ann Werner, Director, x102 maryann@stmarys-pompton.org deBBie BorroTo -rel. ed. adMinisTraTive assT., x130 debbie@stmarys-pompton.org asHley Grassia - ass’T To direcTor agrassia@stmarys-pompton.org Tara QuinTavella - coordinaTor [Grades 5-8], x131 tquintavella@stmarys-pompton.orgSCHOOL - 973.835.2010 carol la salle, principal - x 129 clasalle@stmarys-pompton.org Mary anne sMiTH - adMin. ass’T - x125 msmith@stmarys-pompton.orgSOCIAL JUSTICE - JacQuelyn scHraMM - 973.835.0374, x191 jschramm@stmarys-pompton.org

Weekly CalendarMON—February 26AA Step Meeting 1:00 PM Carnevale CenterMedical Assistance Program 7:00 PM Carnevale Center

TUES—February 27AA Book Meeting 1:00 PM Carnevale CenterCentering Prayer 6:45 PM Carnevale CenterMeditation, Faith, Self Esteem 7:00 PM Carnevale CenterNARANON Meeting 7:30 PM CArnevale CenterSecular Franciscans Meeting 7:30 PM Carnevale Center

WED—February 28Bible Study 10:00 AM Carnevale CenterThe Original St. Mary’s Seniors 11:30 AM Downey HallLost Angels Support Group 7:30 PM Carnevale Center

TO CONTACT PARISH OFFICE: 973.835.0374 SOUP KITCHEN - paTricia Brady - 973.839.2896 soupkitchen@stmarys-pompton.orgSPECIAL NEEDS MINISTRY - liz scHoonMaker - 973.835.7750, x181 lschoonmaker@stmarys-pompton.orgSPIRITUAL DIRECTION - 973.835.0374 Beverly Joan dellearT, cerTiFied spiriTual dir, x709 beverly@stmarys-pompton.orgYOUTH MINISTRY - 973.835.5594 JenniFer Ferraioli, direcTor., x103 jferraioli@stmarys-pompton.org paTricia neWTon, conFirMaTion - x160 pat@stmarys-pompton.org TiM Malone, x117 HiGH scHool youTH MinisTry - tmalone@stmarys-pompton.org

(Contact List cont’d next column)

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Daily Readings for the Week

FRI—March 2Women’s AA Meeting 1:00 PM Carnevale CenterK of C Paint and Sip 5:30 PM Catherine Spina Hall

THURS—March 1AA Men’s Meeting 1:00 PM Carnevale CenterLenten Book Club 7:30 PM Catherine Spina HallCircle of Friendship 7:30 PM Van Vooren Room

Second Sunday of LentSunday: Gn 22:1-2, 9a, 10-13, 15-18; Rom 8:31b-34; Mk 9:2-10

Monday: Dn 9:4b-10; Lk 6:36-38Tuesday: Is 1:10, 16-20; Mt 23:1-12

Wednesday: Jer 18:18-20; Mt 20:17-28Thursday: Jer 17:5-10; Lk 16:19-31

First Friday: Gn 37:3-4, 12-13a, 17b-28a; Mt 21:33-43, 45-46First Saturday: Mi 7:14-15, 18-20; Lk 15:1-3, 11-32

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MONDAY February 26. 7:30 AM † Jenny Vasquez, Barbara Bordon

12:00 PM † Kevin Glynn

TUESDAY February 27 7:30 AM † Anthony Pante, Jenny Vasquez

12:00 PM † Ray Broglie

WEDNESDAY February 28 7:30 AM † Catherine Platz

12:00 PM Special Intention

THURSDAY March 1 7:30 AM Special Intention

12:00 PM † Rosemarie Kamer

FRIDAY March 2 7:30 AM † Sylvia Vegas

12:00 PM In Thanksgiving

SATURDAY March 39:00 AM (PLS) Special Intention

C-Celebrant — H-Homilist

SATURDAY March 35:00 PM † Carmela Tondo, Joaquin Rivera, Sr. C/H-Fr. Gonzalo † Margaret Dutcher, Doris C. Marchese † Margaret Philipps, Mary Stark

7:00 PM † Joan Caldaro C/H-Fr. Gonzalo † Bernadette Larkin

SUNDAY March 47:30 AM † Russ Pagana C/H-Fr. Barry † Lucille & Francis Marshall

9:00 AM † Joe McHugh C/H-Fr. Barry † Michelena Lo Presti

9:00 AM For the People of the ParishSpanish MassC/H-Fr. Emerson

10:30 AM † Rose Gray, Catherine Platz (interpreted for the † Alyson Van Gulick hearing impaired) † Juliette Weilandt C/H-Fr. Richard † Gisela Graf

10:30 AM For the People of the ParishFamily LiturgyDowney HallC/H-Fr. Gonzalo

12:00 PM † Cecelia Tarsitano, Thomas Rocco C/H-Fr. Richard † Edel & Sulema Gonzalez

5:00 PM † Roderick Petrie, OFM C/H-Fr. Richard

Eucharistic CelebrationsPara-Liturgical Services (PLS)

“...a time to be healed...”

Jan Stevens, Gigi Marquez, Michael Glazer, Mike Ciser, Dan Wyble, Lorraine Santos, Linda Cohen, Kathleen Holder, Julio Ferrano, Stephen,

Barb, Eileen, Kayla, Naomi, Richard & Robert Lally, Alyson Van Gulick, Raymond Keating, Helga Westerhoff, Barbara Harris, Walter Hess,

Al Van Eerde, Robert Marino, Gavin Brady, Marlene & Craig Terhune, Lucy Salzone, Rodrigo Cesario Hernandez, Catherine Jurkovic,

RoseMary Croker, Joan Watson

“...a time to serve...”Lt. Jessica T. Atterbury, US Navy, Afghanistan

PFC Nathan Hunt, US Marines, South CarolinaCMCN Michael LeTennier, US Navy, Little Creek, VA

Joseph P. Roberts, MCS, 29 Palms, CA PFC Sean Jennings, US Marine, Afghanistan

SPC Sean J. Carey, 10th Mountain Div., US Army, AfghanistanSGT Ryan Cronin, US Army, Ft. Riley, KS

Chris Sabatini, US Navy SO David Welsh, US Navy SO

Justin Bensinger, US Navy SOLTJG Brian Schoenig, Riverine Squadron Three, Yorktown, VA

LCpl Michael Formisano III, US Marines, AfghanistanSSG Kevin Carey, 3rd Special Forces Group, Afghanistan

SPC Brian R. Sudol, 10th Mountain Div., US Army, AfghanistanCSM Robert Hammerle, Army, Iraq

Sgt. Mark Ashley, USMC Afghanistan SGT Ryan J. Heppel, US Marines, Camp Pendleton, CA

SPC Dean V. Lucas, US Army, Afghanistan LCpl Michael Vignuli, US Marines, Afghanistan

LCpl Steven John Martinelli, US Marines, ArizonaMajor Daniel J. Ciccarelli, USMA, Faculty, West Point

HM Jaeson Henderson, US Navy, North CarolinaLCpl Brandon Shaffer, US Marines, JapanLCpl Jake Shovlowsky, USMC, Germany

Cpl Justyn Shovlowsky, USMC, Camp Legeune, NC1st LT. Austin Canning, US Army, Ft. Wainwright, AK

1st LT Joseph Sameski, US Army, Camp Buehring, Kuwait2nd LT Thomas Sameski, US Army, Ft. Bliss, TX

Tyler DeVito, US Navy, Persian Gulf1st Lt. John C. Jensen, US Army - Afghanistan

Cpl. Brandon Agudelo, US Army, S. KoreaDS Tiffany Thumann, US Army, Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri

2nd LT Matthew R. Brice, US Army, 173rd Airborne, Vincenza, ItalyLT. Zak-id Gamarra, US Navy, Djibouti

TSSgt. Scott Miller, US Air Force, Kuwait1st Lt. Alyson Garino, US Army, Iraq

Please note: to add a loved one [relative or friend] to the prayer list, please call the Parish Office at 973.835.0374 - names for healing will be listed for 30 days.

“...a time to die...”Kenny Morales, Mabel Garofalo, Kevin Glynn

To everything there is a season and...

The Bread and Wine this week have been donated in loving memory of Jack Nacion (Happy

15th birthday in heaven). Love, Mom, Dad, Lukas and Alexander.

Done with that truck? Want to do good with it?

Do you have a pickup truck or van that is in good running order that you would donate for our Maintenance Department’s

needs? The truck would be used to pickup materials for jobs on campus. Please contact Phil at 973.835.0374, x 140 if you are able to help them out. Thank you!

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The Pastor’s Desk

The Seder Supper A Christian Passover Dinner will be held at

MaCk’s Restaurant on Monday, March 26, at 7:00 PM.

Register online or at the Parish Office.

Cost: $45 per person; please indicate preference of Lamb or Chicken.

Give yourself time to Relax, Reflect, and

Refresh your Mind, Heart and SOULat Women’s Cornerstone…

a spiritual, self-enlightening, social eventfor ladies only

Women’s Cornerstone - March 2 & 3St. Mary’s Church, Pompton Lakes

For more information contactCyndi Shah: cnshah@optonline.net 973-699-1909

Dear Saint Mary’s Family,

As we continue our Lenten Journey to Easter Sunday, let’s take a moment to reflect on Pope Francis’ warnings against a “fake fasting.”

Pope Francis has reminded the faithful to give up something for Lent only if it demonstrates compassion and enriches others.

When fasting, Pope Francis said, a true Christian must be consistent, not putting himself on show, never despising others or engaging in quarrels or disagreements.

Warning against behavior that is inconsistent with the Lenten spirit, the Pope invited people to ask themselves how they interact with others.

Don’t pretend to be virtuousPope Francis reminded believers that fasting is one of the tasks of Lent, and said that even “if you cannot commit to a total fast, the kind that makes you feel hunger in your bones,” you can still fast humbly and consistently.

Isaiah, he said, highlights so many inconsistencies in the practice of virtue, like “carrying out your own pursuits, driving all your laborers, and, yes, your fast ends in quarreling and fighting.”

Fasting, the Pope said, is a little like “stripping oneself” of pride. He said that to thank the Lord and at the same time despise your labourers who are forced to fast because they do not have enough to eat is inconsistent and unchristian.

Inviting the faithful to perform penance in peace, he said “you cannot talk to God on the one hand and to the devil on the other.”

He also warned against the temptation of “showing off” by fasting: “by making a fuss of it and letting people know that we are practicing Catholics and we do penance, so that people think ‘what a good person.’ This is a trick” he said: “It’s pretending to be virtuous.”

Fasting with a smile“We must pretend, Francis continued, but with a smile. That is, not showing others that we are performing acts of penance.”

He invited the faithful to fast in order “to help others. But always with a smile.”

Fasting, he said, also involves lowering oneself by reflecting on one’s sins and asking forgiveness from the Lord.

How ashamed would I be, he continued, if my sin was to become common knowledge through the press?

“I think of so many maids who work for their bread and they are humiliated and despised ... I have never been able to forget the time I went to a friend’s house as a child and I witnessed the mother slapping the 81-year-old maid…”

Reiterating that he has never forgotten that shameful episode, Pope Francis urged the faithful to ask themselves whether they treat their domestic workers with fairness, whether they treat them “as people or as slaves,” whether they are paid a just salary and have the right to holidays and are recognized in their human dignity.

Fasting with consistencyPope Francis went on to tell another story stemming from personal experience. He said that once, when speaking to a very cultured gentleman who was known to exploit his domestic workers, he explained to him that this is a serious sin because we are all created in the image of God.

And he tells us “to share our bread with the hungry, shelter the oppressed and the homeless, clothe the naked when we see them, not turn our back on our own.” The Pope noted that currently there is much discussion around whether or not to give shelter to those who ask for it.

He exhorted Christians to “do penance,” to “feel a little hunger,” to “pray more during Lent” and to ask themselves how they behave towards the other:

“Does my fast help others? If it does not, it’s fake, it’s inconsistent and it takes you on the path to a double life, pretending to be a just Christian - like the Pharisees or the Sadducees” he said.

Let us ask for the grace of consistency he concluded: “If I am unable to do something, I will not do it. I will do only what I can with the consistency of a true Christian.”

Your brother and servant in Christ, in the spirit of Francis of Assisi, Padre Gonzalo

(The Pastor’s Desk is continued in the next column.)

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“Giggles For God!”Saint Mary’s Sunday Morning Gathering Place

For Our Parents with

Newborns, Infants, & Young Children

Sunday, March 119:30 a.m., Carnevale Center

Assisi Room & Rooms 101-102

Fellowship & Fun & Coffee With Breakfast GoodiesFace-painting & Children’s Music & Story-Telling, & Toys

On Special Display: Artwork by St. Mary’s School Children

Sponsored By Saint Mary’s Pastoral Ministry!

Where Do You Come From?

We invite you to join us for a 3-week series on “solidarity” this Lent. This church theme, walking with our brothers and sisters, includes the issue of migration. We recognize migration – be it asylum seekers, refugees, or immigrants – is a

complex one. But wherever you stand on this issue, especially if you have questions, doubts or concerns, we welcome you to join us and share your thoughts on this vital, high-profile topic.

We will listen to undocumented migrants’ personal stories; we will have time to dialogue, not as an intellectual debate as much as from a faith encounter; and we look to be educated by great guest speakers!

Lauren Vitiello and Sue Raufer from the Newark Asylum Office will give an introduction to US Refugee and Asylum Law in the first week, March 6. Kevin Appleby, Senior Director of International Policy from the Center of Migrant Studies in Washington, D.C., will present our Church teachings around this issue in the third week, March 20. He has also worked with the Bishop’s conference for many years. He will define the terms, give facts, statistics and dispel myths.

We urge you to register and participate in all three Tuesdays, starting March 6. Cost for series is $10.00; students are free. Scholarship is available.

You do not need to register if you only attend the third week, March 20, with our Special Guest, Mr. Appleby.

You can register online at our parish website. Go to “online registration,” “JustFaith Series on Solidarity,” or contact jschramm@stmarys-pompton.org or 973.835.5841, ext 191, to register or for more information.

3-week Lenten Series, Tuesdays, 7:00 PM, March 6, 13, 20

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Contacts: 973.835.5594

High School Youth Minister: Tim Malone, ext. 117 tmalone@stmarys-pompton.org

Confirmation: Pat Newton, ext. 160 pat@stmarys-pompton.org

To register for any Youth Ministry event or program, visit: https://registration.stmarys-pompton.com/custom/?CFID=28322355&CFTOKEN=87570748

INSTAGRAM: stmarysym

HIGH SCHOOL

CONFIRMATION

Director: Jennifer Ferraioli, ext. 103 JFerriaoli@stmarys-pompton.org

ATTENTION PHASE 1 CANDIDATES:• FEBRUARY FAMILY GATHERS page is open so you can

complete the requirement due 2-28-2018. Can’t find the email? You can find the page on http://www.stmarys-pompton.org/Ministry/Youth%20Ministry-630-Confirmation%20Family%20Gathers/.

• Study your Baltimore Catechism Questions and Answers of the week - Questions 37-42.

• And if you missed our last meeting, look for the email with the link to your makeup assignment.

ATTENTION PHASE 2 CANDIDATES—Not sure if you are on track to celebrate the sacrament? A snail mail letter was sent out last week to your home with the status of your requirements. Check it out! Questions? Contact Pat Newton at 973.835.5594, x160 or

pat@stmarys-pompton.org.

Please join us for Movie Night on Wednesday, February 28, from 7:30 - 9:30 PM in the Youth Center. We will be having a guest speaker from CASA of Passaic County talk to us about their mission and where the supplies we collected will be going.We invite all high school teens to join us for a night of Faith, Fun and Fellowship. Bring a Friend! Extended until February 28! Are you looking for a service opportunity to prepare yourself for Easter? We have the perfect solution; we will again be going to the Romero Center in Camden from March 23-25. The cost is $160.00 and registration can be completed on St. Mary’s Website.

You may register for our events by scanning the QR Code. Simply open up the camera application on your phone and it will redirect you to the registration page.

Do you like to act? Youth Ministry will once again be putting on a live production of the Stations of the Cross. Rehearsals begin on February 28. Email Tim to sign up or for more information!The Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry in the Archdiocese of Newark is offering a “Night of Worship” with some of the best Catholic musicians out there on Thursday, April 19. We will be putting together a group to go down to this amazing concert! This is a ticketed event, so once you purchase your ticket, there are no refunds. We will be carpooling down to the retreat center in Kearny. Parents and family are welcome to purchase tickets as well! Tickets are $10.00 each and can be purchased online.

St. Mary’s Youth Ministry and Confirmation Programs will be hosting a Lenten collection to benefit CASA of Passaic County. Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for Children is an organization that gives an abused or neglected child a voice. We are teaming up with CASA to provide “To-Go Bags” for children and teens in our area who are at risk of being put in the foster care system. These “To-Go Bags” are filled with necessities and are used by the children and teens when they are pulled from their homes due to abuse or neglect.

Child To-GO Bag Items: fleece blanketsstuffed animalscoloring books and crayons/ colored pencils/markerschild sized toothbrushestoothpaste new booksjournals child sized slippers

Teen To-GO Bag Items:fleece blanketsheadphones/earbudsgift cards (Dunkin Donuts/ Starbucks/iTunes/Applebees)journalsnew booksteen coloring books and colored pencils/markerstowelsadult sized toothbrushestoothpasteslippers

Other needed items: duffel bagsdraw sting bags

(See list of items in next column)

Youth Ministry and Confirmation will be collecting items after all Masses the weekends of February 24-25, and March 3-4. Donations can also be brought to the Youth Center by March 5.All items should be new and unopened. Thank you in advance for your support and generosity!

Hey Adults!! Have you ever thought about wanting to get involved in a new ministry here at St. Mary’s? Well, Youth Ministry is looking for new energetic volunteers to assist in our programing. Opportunities include helping out at Movie Night, chaperoning service projects both at St. Mary’s and off campus, helping around the office, and being a member of our Adult Retreat Teams. An information session for those interested in becoming adult volunteers in Youth Ministry will be held on Thursday, March 15, at 7:00 PM in the Banta and Assisi Rooms of the Carnevale Center. Contact Tim Malone with any question you may have. Hope to see you there!

Mary Ann Werner, Director 973-835-7750, ext. 102 maryann@stmarys-pompton.org

Religious Education/Faith Formation(Grades 1-8)

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“LET’S START HEAVEN HERE”

For detailed REFF information, go to www.stmarys-pompton.org (under Ministries - Religious Education)

Sincerely,Carol La Salle, Principal

St. Mary’s School News

Calendar Raffle WinnersWinner Ticket # Date Amount

S. Wahl 3843, 2-19-18 $50Fabion Gordillo 1619, 2-20-18 50Janet Podmayersky 1051, 2-21-18 50Patti Cicchine 3570, 2-22-18 50Tom Van Vugt 2-23-18 50Thomas Edattel 1082, 2-24-18 50Nicole Pizza-George 1520, 2-25-18 100

January 2018 Sunday and Misc. Midweek Collection $74,063 Faith Direct Monthly 42,893Total Received $116,956January 2017 Sunday and Misc. Midweek Collection $80,526Faith Direct Monthly 50,286Total Received $130,812Decrease for January ($13,856)

Collection Update

We are most grateful for your generous support given to the pastoral needs of our parish!

Our students in grades Kindergarten through Grade 8 entered the annual Zaner-Bloser Handwriting Contest. Congratulations

to the winners on the local level:

Grade 5 Evelyn CoxGrade 6 Madelyn McCabe Grade 7 Gianna LamendolaGrade 8 Iana Paulino

Grade 1 Colin HodgkissGrade 2 Shawn HawkinsGrade 3 Ryan LavorgnaGrade 4 Jaidyn Watson

Kindergarten Kaitlyn Schnaars

Congratulations to Giuliana DiBenedetto in Grade 7. Giuliana has won the Knights of Columbus district level Keep Christ In Christmas poster contest. She was awarded $25.00 for this win. Her entry now moves on to the state level.

Eucharistic Ministers NEEDED for Nursing Home and Hospital

Thanks to all those who take time to visit with and provide Eucharist for those in hospitals, nursing homes or are

homebound. We are currently in need of more volunteers.

Please contact Jennifer Niemann if you are able to help:973.907.7241 or jennifercniemann@gmail.com

1st Grade Liturgy is Sunday, February 25 at 12:00 Noon in church. Please bring your child at 11:30 AM to Catherine Spina Hall (church basement). This is in lieu of class on Sunday, February 25 or Monday, February 26.

2nd Grade Liturgy is Sunday, March 11, at 9:00 AM in church. Please bring your child at 8:30 AM to Catherine Spina Hall (church basement) This is in lieu of class on Sunday, March 11, or Tuesday, March 13.

2nd Grade - First Eucharist Workshop

If your child(ren) attends Religious Education class on Sunday (or you have St. Mary’s School Kids), you will be attending the March 10 Workshop.

Last name beginning with A-M: 9:00 – 11:00 AMLast name beginning with N-Z: 12:30 – 2:30 PM

If your child(ren) attends Religious Education class on Tuesday, you will be attending the March 24 Workshop

Last name beginning with A-M: 9:00 – 11:00 AMLast name beginning with N-Z: 12:30 – 2:30 PM

*** If you need to change the date or time you have been assigned, please email Ashley Grassia at agrassia@stmarys-pompton.org

1st, 2nd, and 7th grade – NO religious education classes on March 18, 19 and 20.

Religious Education/Faith Formation Grades 1-8

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Closed Friday

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Ministry News

What’s Needed Now—Peas, Baked Beans, Mayo, Hamburger Helper, Tuna Helper, Juice Packs, Small Fruit Cups, Garbanzo/Chick Peas, Ramen Noodles, White Rice (1-lb. bags), Pudding Cups, Cereal, Canned Potatoes.

Food Pantry News

Thank you for your very generous response to February’s targeted food drive - many families are eating well this winter due to YOUR generosity!

Please note: When donating food, check the expiration dates. Outdated food must be thrown out.

St. Mary’s is inspired to action by the charism of St. Francis of Assisi to welcome, worship and witness. By welcoming, celebrating and engaging, we are an example to our Catholic Community in fostering an inclusive environment.

Targeted Drive: March 10-11—Cereal, Pasta Sides, Rice Sides, Bread Crumbs, Mustard, Tea, Coffee, Tuna.

Contact us via email: Roy Corson at roycorson@msn.com.

The Targeted Food Drive is held on the 2nd Sunday of each month; the box truck, manned by the Boy Scouts, will be parked in the parking lot for your donations.

Many tri-state parishes and retreat centers are especially welcoming to LGBT Catholics. Please explore the Inter-parish Collaborative at http://www.lgbt-ipc.org/home.html

Paint and SipFriday, March 2, 7:30 - 10:00 PM at Catherine Spina Hall$40 per person [includes canvas, paint, brushes and instructions by Painting with a Twist]. BYOBTickets at kofc3801.org or contact Paul Serzan, 973.835.6531, pirate83@verizon.net

Breakfast with the Easter BunnySunday, March 11, 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM$8 for adults, $6 for children [children under 5 free]Includes Eggs, Sausage, Home Fries, Pancakes, French Toast, Omelet to order, coffee, juice and more.

K of C Events:

PLEASE NOTE: We now need both Plastic and Paper Grocery Bags. Guidelines for the Flu Season

from the Office of the Bishop1. If you don’t feel well and suspect that you may have the

flu: remain at home.2. Wash your hands frequently with soap and water or an

alcohol based hand cleanser.3. Sign of Peace: If you feel uncomfortable with the

exchange of the sign of peace through a handshake, you are under no obligation to do so. You may extend the sign of peace to your neighbors by a nod of the head.

4. Distributing and Receiving the Eucharist: Priests, deacons, and extraordinary ministers of the Eucharist must thoroughly wash their hands with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand cleanser both before and after the distribution of the Eucharist. Receiving Holy Communion in the hand is the most practical means to distribute the Blessed Eucharist in a sanitary way.

5. Receiving the Eucharist by also drinking the Precious Blood from the chalice is discontinued until the level of flu cases is dramatically decreased.

The tradition of Operation Starfish continues as we reflect on the belief that almsgiving

isn’t about the size of amount of the gift. Each gift—big or small—is important.

Thank you for your your generosity!

Prayer Shawls Available—Anyone interested in a prayer shawl for a special need [to celebrate joyous occasions, to console those in need, to give hope or to comfort], please contact the Parish Office at 973.835.0374.

Save the Date!Join Fr. Richard on a Pilgrimage to Rome and Assisi,

July 22 - August 3 Cost $4,499.

More information to follow.

Welcome to LGBT Catholics—PRAY — SERVE — GIVE All are welcome!

Deaf / Hard of Hearing—Beverly Mather, who interprets the mass for our deaf / hard of hearing communities at the family liturgy, is available to bring communion to those who are deaf / hard of hearing and homebound. Please email Beverly at bevjma@optonline.net.

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Licensed ProfessionaL counseLors and Licensed cLinicaL sociaL Workers Wanted

Pathway’s Counseling Center is hiring Licensed Professional Counselors and Licensed Clinical Social Workers. If you or someone you know is looking for a rewarding opportunity to work with children, individuals and families, please contact Dr. Pamela Hall, our Clinical Director, to discuss these opportunities. Please email all resumés to: dr.pamelahall@hotmail.com

The Parish StoreReligious Articles & Gifts

326 Wanaque Ave., Pompton Lakes973.835.0009

theparishstore@optimum.netTuesday - Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

The 2018 annual missals are available. Annual guides for missals, Christian Prayer and Liturgy of the Hours are also in stock. Stop in

for candles, calendars and prayer books.

We will be closed on Mondays in February; regular business hours will resume in March.

BISHOP’S LENTEN PASTORAL 2018Bishop Serratelli is offering a biblical reflection in the form of a pastoral letter to all the faithful of our diocese, entitled: “The Cross: The Kingdom Come.” It is offered in English and Spanish and can be accessed by clicking the link below:

www.patersondiocese.net/documents/23_TheCross-Eng.pdfwww.patersondiocese.net/documents/23_TheCross-Spa.pdf

Lent 2018“Come Back to Me”

Week TwoGospelThe disciples saw Jesus as he really was - transfigured and full of light.Question—How do I see Jesus in my world?TaskWork at looking at the bright side in each person you meet.

To enroll in FaithDirect, either go to www.faithdirect.net or call 866.507.8757. St. Mary’s Code is NJ 23.

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Adult Faith EventsSaturday, March 10 “A Morning Reflection with St. Joseph”

Time: 8:30 AM - Noon. Place: Catherine Spina Hall

For most men, the three most challenging roles are those as father, husband and worker. This morning of reflection is designed for the men of St. Mary’s and will consider St. Joseph as a model for all three of these roles. Different speakers will lead this morning of reflection to help men think about how to live out their Christian vocation with St. Joseph as their guide.

The keynote speaker for this event will be Fr. Larry Anderson. Please register for this event here: https://registration.stmarys-pompton.com/custom/index.php

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Ministerio Hispano de Santa MaríaNuestros Líderes Párroco: Padre Gonzalo de Jesús Torres-Acosta, ofm 973. 835 .0374 ext 702. gonzaloofm@stmarys-pompton.orgDirectora del Ministerio Hispano: Milagros Anto 973.835. 0374, ext 703 o 201.841.0269 (lunes a viernes de 4 pm a 9 pm) miliorange@msn.com Comité Hispano: Andrés & Digna Mesa, Antonio & Guadalupe Xochipa, Raúl & Nubia Tamayo, Valentín León, Luz A. Quiñones, Lourdes Huertas, Angelina Nuci, Judith Navarro, Carmen Lagunes, Elvira Guerrero, Ana María Cadena, Elaine & Jesús Bandala, Pedro Pérez Rodriguez, Joseph Sánchez.

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Misa en EspañolLos domingos a las 9:00 AM en el Centro Carnevale (10 Lenox Ave, Pompton Lakes, NJ). Durante el año celebramos varias eucaristías en la iglesia principal. Algunas celebraciones son bilingües como la Fiesta de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe, la Vigilia Pascual, y el Día de Acción de Gracias (Thanksgiving)

Rito de Iniciación Cristiana para Adultos (RICA) El propósito primario de RICA es la iniciación de los adultos y niños no bautizados que han llegado a la edad de la razón; sin embargo, el Rito también se extienda a los adultos bautizados pero no catequizados. Los Sacramentos se reciben durante la Vigilia Pascual, en la noche del Sábado Santo. Información: Milagros Anto, o Padre Gonzalo. Los adultos que desean prepararse para los Sacramentos de Iniciación en inglés deben llamar la señora Beverly Kass, Directora de RCIA, al tel 973 229 1134, bevkass@mac.com

V ENCUENTRO NACIONAL DE PASTORAL HISPANAEl Proceso de Encuentro en la pastoral hispana/latina ha sido una vivencia profundamente eclesial. Es motivado por la lectura de los signos de los tiempos y convocado por los obispos, quienes llaman al pueblo hispano/latino à elevar su voz profética. En el contexto de este diálogo entre los obispos y el pueblo se vive una pastoral de conjunto iluminada por una eclesiología de comunión y una vocación misionera que busca llegar hasta aquellos que se encuentran alejados de la vida y de la visión de la iglesia. El objetivo central del Proceso de Encuentro es discernir la respuesta pastoral de la iglesia hacia la presencia hispana/latina y potenciar la respuesta del pueblo hispano/tino como iglesia.

Formación de Fe para Adultos- Semillitas de Fe - (Adult Faith Formation)El Grupo Semillitas de Fe promueve el compromiso social y la íntima conexión entre la fe y el amor hacia el prójimo. Se busca el desarrollo spiritual de los que anhelan profundizar la práctica de su fe en un ambiente tan desafiante como el de hoy y en el que somos llamados para la Nueva Evangelización, como nos invita el Papa Francisco: “vayan sin miedo a servir.” Los interesados deben inscribirse con Antonio & Guadalupe Xochipa (973 861 5958). El grupo se reúne el segundo y el cuarto domingos de cada mes a la 6-9PM en el Salón de Conferencias – contiguo a la Capilla (Prayer Room)

Alcohólicos Anónimos- AA in Spanish at Saint Mary’s Church ¿Sabías que el alcoholismo es una enfermedad progresiva y de consecuencias fatales?Alcohólicos Anónimos invita a la comunidad a las reuniones para hombres y mujeres. El grupo AA en español empezará este viernes 8 de Julio en el cuarto 201 (segundo piso) del Centro Carnevale. Serán 2 reuniones semanales lunes y viernes. de 8:00PM a 10:00PM. En el Centro Carnevale de la Iglesia de Santa María- 10 Lenox Avenue, Pompton Lakes NJ, 07442. ¡Tu familia también sufre! ¿Estás desesperado y no sabes cómo parar de beber? Nosotros te podemos ayudar. No esperes hasta quedarte en la calle ¡NO FALTES TE ESPERAMOS!

Bautismos en español Requisitos: Certificado de Nacimiento del(a) niño(a), padrinos y asistir a una clase antes de la celebración del Sacramento (padres y padrinos). Las clases se dictan en el Centro Carnevale (10 Lenox Avenue, Pompton Lakes, NJ, 07442). Información: Milagros Anto, o Padre Gonzalo. Si desea bautizar su hijo(a) en inglés debe asistir a una clase y llamar a la secretaria parroquial Claire Fagan 973.835.5841, ext 120.

Escuela Católica de Santa María (Pre-Kinder a Grado Octavo)Nuestra Escuela de Santa María (St. Mary’s School) es una comunidad de fe conformada por nuestros alumnos, padres, maestros y frailes franciscanos. Nuestra misión es “educar a los niños en todos los aspectos de la vida, espiritual, emocional, social y académicamente, a través de los esfuerzos de colaboración de los maestros y los padres cuyas, vidas reflejen el mensaje del Evangelio.” Para mayor información por favor llamar al tel 973.835.2010, o escribirle a la secretaria general, la señora Mary Anne Smith, msmith@stmarys-pompton.org. También pue-den solicitar la asistencia del padre Gonzalo. No permitan que el idioma sea una barrera para que sus hijos reciban una buena educación católica. ¡Comuníquense con nosotros!

Grupo de Jóvenes Hispanos de Santa MaríaEste es un nuevo grupo (en español/bilingüe) para jóvenes entre las edades de 13 y 18 años de edad que quieran crecer en su fe, sirviendo a su comunidad y trabajando en equipo con otros jóvenes, de acuerdo al modelo católico y franciscano de nuestra parroquia. Te invitamos a participar todos los miércoles de 6:00 a 8:00 PM en el Centro Carnevale, salón 003 (sótano). Informes: Belinda Orellano-Rojas (973.800.2604 - Belibel0426@hotmail.com) o Marissa Díaz (862.668.5515 - Mdiaz70085@outlook.com).

Despensa de Comida de Santa María. Esta despensa gratuita de comida o Food Pantry es un ministerio de nuestra parroquia que ayuda a aproximadamente 175 familias a la semana (o sea aproximadamente 480 personas entre niños y adultos). Si usted o algún conocido necesita un mercado de emergencia, por favor visite nuestra despensa en 22 Lakeside Avenue, Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442 (en la parte baja del estacionamiento municipal) foodpantry@stmarys-pompton.org

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Acompañamiento EspiritualPor favor solicitar una cita con el Padre Gonzalo para poder servirle. Este será un dialogo confidencial y en la presencia del Espíritu Santo. Si usted es bilingüe puede solicitar una cita con cualquiera de los cuatro frailes en la parroquia (Padres Gonzalo, Richard o Barry). También puede hablar con Milagros Anto.

Sacramento de la Reconciliación (Confesión)—En el año realizamos varias jornadas de Reconciliación (Confesión), especial-mente en Cuaresma y Adviento. Todos los sábados a las 4:30 PM un sacerdote está disponible en el confesionario de la iglesia principal para escuchar su Confesión en inglés. Si desea confesarse en español, por favor hacer una cita con el Padre Gonzalo.

Bendición del Hogar, la Oficina y el CarroCon mucho gusto poder servirle. Es hacer presente a Dios en nuestro hogar, lugar de trabajo o vehículo. Por favor comunicarse con el Padre Gonzalo.

Catequesis/Preparación para la Primera Comunión en español Este programa consiste de 2 años de preparación de septiembre a junio. Las clases son los martes a las 6:30 PM en el Centro Carnevale (10 Lenox Avenue, Pompton Lakes, NJ, 07442). Requisitos: Partida de Bautismo y tener entre 8 a 13 años de edad. Nuestra directora es Angelina Nuci. Colabora como catequista en este programa Esmeralda Vargas. Información: Milagros Anto, o Angelina Nuci (973.866.8431) angehannuci@yahoo.com. Si desea que su hijo(a) se prepare en inglés debe comunicarse con la señora Mary Ann Werner, la Directora Parroquial de Educación Religiosa, al tel 973.835.7750, ext 102, maryann@stmarys-pompton.org

Preparación para la Confirmación en españolEste programa consiste de 2 años de preparación de septiembre a junio. Es un camino juvenil muy interesante y una oportunidad para crecer en la Fe Católica. Requisitos: Partida de Bautismo, certeza de que ha hecho la Primera Comunión, padrinos y estar cursando la escuela secundaria. Las clases son los miércoles a las 6:30 PM en el Centro Carnevale (10 Lenox Avenue, Pompton Lakes, NJ, 07442). Nuestra directora es Milagros Anto. Colabora como catequista Samuel Sánchez; ayudado por Kimberly Díaz, Belinda Orellano–Rojas, Marissa Diaz, Luis y Erick Herrera, Oscar García y Cariño. Información: Milagros Anto. Si desea que su hijo(a) se prepare para la Confirmación en inglés debe comunicarse con la señora Pat Newton, la Coordinadora Parroquial de Confirmación, at 973.835.5594 ext 160 (pat@stmarys-pompton.org)

Visita y Sacramento de Unción de los EnfermosLos enfermos necesitan ser acompañados por su familia. La Iglesia es una Gran Familia. Permítanos organizar la visita semanal, para acompañar, dialogar, escuchar, compartir un tiempo con el enfermo o el adulto mayor que ya no puede venir solo a la Eucaristía. Por favor comunicarse con Milagros Anto o el Padre Gonzalo.

Quinceañeras En México y otros países de Latinoamérica, la celebración de la Quinceañera comienza con una Misa de agradecimiento. La quinceañera llega a la iglesia con sus padres, padrinos y la corte de honor (las damas y los chambelanes). Para más información por favor comunicarse con el Padre Gonzalo

Preparación Matrimonial en español Ante todo les invitamos a HABLAR CON EL SACERDOTE, para acompañarlos en su decisión libre y madura. Esto evita trámites, tiempo y gastos innecesarios. Los requisitos son diferentes depen-diendo de la situación de cada pareja. Información: Padre Gonzalo.

Summer English Language Learner (ELL) Program—Programa de Aprendizaje del Inglés de Verano (ELL). Un curso de verano comenzará el lunes, 16 de junio. Las clases se desarrollarán hasta el 2 de agosto y se celebrarán en el centro de Carnevale los lunes y miércoles (excepto la semana del carnaval). Este programa se dedicará a nivel uno (muy poco inglés) y nivel dos (algún comando de inglés). Inscripciones serán el 19 junio.

El Centro de Consejería Pathways es una agencia sin ánimo de lucro dedicada al cuidado de la salud mental. Es un ministerio de nuestra parroquia. Ofrecemos una gran variedad de servicios de salud mental para familias, niños y todas las personas sin importar su religión, edad, raza, u orientación sexual. Las puertas están abiertas para todos los que necesitan consejería. Si usted o algún conocido necesita ayuda visítenos en: 16 Pompton Avenue, Pompton Lakes, New Jersey 07442 [al frente de la iglesia principal] o por favor llame a 973.835.6337 o visite la página web http://www.pathwayscounseling.org/.

Clases de InglésLas clases de inglés para este semestre de otoño comienzan el lunes 11 de septiembre a las 7:30PM en el sótano del Centro Carnevale. Habrá clases los lunes y los miércoles hasta diciembre. El horario se distribuirá el primer de clase. Todas las clases son de 7:30 a 9PM. Habrá 3 niveles: principiantes, intermedio y avanzado. Se pide un pago único de $20 por todos los materiales que se usen en clase. ¡Nuestros maestros son experimentados!English Language Learning Classes for adults new to the United States. Mondays and Wednesdays: 7:30 - 9:00 PM, downstairs in the Carnevale Center.

Clases de GEDClases de GED (General Equivalency Diploma) en nuestra Iglesia de Santa María- después de la Misa de español en el Centro Carnevale. Este examen es el equivalente al diploma de la escuela secundaria. Las Clases son en español. Información: Milagros Anto.

Programa de Asistencia Médica de la Iglesia de Santa María. Todos los lunes de 7 a 9 PM un grupo de doctores y enfermeras voluntarios atienden las necesidades básicas de las personas que no cuentan con seguro medico. Ellos vienen del Hospital de San José en Paterson. No se necesita cita previa. La clínica se encuentra localizada en el sótano del Centro Carnevale (10 Lenox Ave. Pompton Lakes, NJ) en el salón 003. Se cuenta con un intérprete al español.

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Necesitamos voluntarios para los siguientes ministerios. Nosotros los prepararemos: Ministerio Musical. Es el ministerio de alabanza a Dios por medio del canto. Si quiere ser parte del coro en español, cantando o tocando algún instrumento, por favor comunicarse con nuestro Director Musical, Joaquín Díaz 862 377 1699 diazgatica74@optonline.net Ministerio de Proclamadores de la Palabra. Por favor comunicarse con Milagros Anto o Judith Navarro (862 579 0037)

Monaguillos. Los acólitos ayudan al Celebrante (Sacerdote) en el altar durante las misas dominicales, en las bodas y fiestas especiales del año. Son elegibles para este ministerio jóvenes, niños y niñas, desde el quinto año escolar hasta la escuela secundaria que hayan recibido la Primera Comunión, o que se estén preparando para recibirla. En este servicio, los jóvenes crecen en su vida de fe, al mismo tiempo que aprenden a servir a otros en la comunidad. Si está interesado en que su hijo(a) sirva en el Altar por favor comunicarse con las coordinadoras Angelina Nuci (973 866 8431) angehannuci@yahoo.com

Ministros de la Eucaristía: Los ministros de la Eucaristía sirven a la comunidad durante las misas de la semana, fin de semana, domingos y días de fiesta, ayudando a distribuir el Cuerpo y la Sangre de Jesucristo durante el rito de la comunión. Coordinador: Ana Cadena (201 665 8020)

Ministros de la Hospitalidad - Ujieres Para nosotros en Santa María, el ministerio de la hospitalidad es muy importante. Nos esforzamos para que todas las personas se sientan bienvenidas a nuestra parroquia. Los ministros de la hospitalidad saludan a todos los que entran en la iglesia, distribuyen los boletines y ayudan a recoger la colecta semanal. Por favor comunicarse con Marissa Díaz (862-668-5515 - Mdiaz70085@outlook.com)Ujieres Informes con Valentín León (862 200 3181)

Visita de la Virgen Peregrina:Si desea llevar a casa por una semana la imagen de Nuestra Santísima Madre María para orar por las necesidades de su familia, nuestra parroquia, la Iglesia y el mundo, por favor reservar con Marissa Díaz (862-668-5515- Mdiaz70085@outlook.com)

Se necesitan voluntarios para servir en el COMEDOR COMUNITARIO de la Iglesia del Sagrado Corazón en Jersey City, una vez al mes. La próxima visita será el sábado 17 de marzo. Es una gran oportunidad para brindar nuestra compañía y un plato de comida a personas, incluidos muchos niños, que están pasando por un momento difícil. Informes con el Padre GonzaloO por favor enviar un correo electrónico directamente a: Pat Brady soupkitchen@stmarys-pompton.org.

EASTER – 2018COMMUNAL RECONCILIATION SERVICES

Wednesday, March 14 - 7:00 PM Saturday March 17 -11:30 AM

All Mondays of Lent Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – 7:00 PM

Individual Reconciliation -7:00 – 8:30 PM

PALM SUNDAY – March 25Masses: Saturday, March 24 - 5:00 and 7:00 PM

Sunday, March 25 - 7:30, 9:00, 10:30 AM12:00 Noon and 5:00 PM

10:30 AM – Downey Hall – Family Liturgy

All Holy Week Liturgies will be celebrated in church.MONDAY – March 26

Masses: 7:30 AM, 12:00 PMTUESDAY – March 27

Masses: 7:30 AM, 12:00 PMWEDNESDAY – March 28Masses: 7:30 AM, 12:00 PM

EASTER TRIDUUMHOLY THURSDAY – March 29

Morning Prayer - 8:00 AM – Prayer RoomSolemn Liturgy – 7:30 PM followed by Adoration until 10:30 PM

GOOD FRIDAY – March 30Morning Prayer - 8:00 AM – Prayer Room

Women of Jerusalem Reflection 11:30 AM Stations of the Cross presented by our Parish Youth 1:30 PM

Solemn Liturgy - 3:00 and 7:30 PM

HOLY SATURDAY – March 31Morning Prayer - 8:00 AM – Prayer Room

Blessing of Food – 12:00 Noon

EASTER LITURGIESHOLY SATURDAY – March 31Bi-lingual Easter Vigil – 7:30 PM

No 5:00 or 7:00 PM Mass on Holy SaturdayEASTER SUNDAY – April 1

Sunrise Liturgy 6:30 AM Field behind the Pompton Lakes Elks Parking Lot

If weather is inclement, Sunrise Liturgy will be celebrated in church.

Masses: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30 AM, 12:00 Noon, 1:30 PMin Church, Catherine Spina Hall and Downey Hall, as needed

10:30 AM – Downey Hall – Family Liturgy12:15 Mass in Downey Hall, if needed

No evening Mass on Easter Sunday

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Ash Wednesday at St. Mary’s begins the Lenten Season which provides many opportunities for renewal and deepening our faith;

check out our Lenten programs in the bulletin.

St. Mary’s Parish

HISPANIC SCHEDULE HORARIO de SEMANA SANTA y PASCUA

DOMINGO DE RAMOS – Marzo 258:00 AM – Bendición de Palmas y Procesión en el

estacionamiento, y Eucaristía a las 9:00 AM en el Centro Carnevale

JUEVES SANTO – Marzo 297:30 PM Solemne Liturgia en español en el Centro Carnevale

VIERNES SANTO – Marzo 30Viacrucis en español 7:00 PM,

(estacionamiento Iglesia de San Antonio)seguido de Liturgia en la Iglesia de San Antonio, Butler

SABADO SANTO – Marzo 31Liturgia bilingüe 7:30 PM - Iglesia Principal

DOMINGO DE PASCUA – Abril 19:00 AM – Centro Carnevale – Misa de Pascua en español

LENTEN MONDAYS

From 7:00 - 9:00 PM every Monday during Lent, the church will be open to provide an opportunity for three different

devotions:

1. One of the priests will be in the Confessional for individuals wishing to come to the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

2. The Blessed Sacrament will be exposed in the Monstrance on the Main Altar for silent prayer and adoration.

3. Booklets will be available for anyone wishing to privately make the Stations of the Cross.

These Mondays are open to anyone; our purpose is to provide a specific time for quiet reflection and a time to ask for the graces needed to make a good Lent.

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Stephen Ministry - The Before, During & After PeopleGrief/Bereavement Care - Companionship for all life lossesJourney With Cancer - When you or a loved one hears “You have cancer.”Military Care Outreach - For those deployed & their families

Pastoral Ministry at Saint Mary’s

Welcoming New Parishioners - To make you feel at home in our communityBaptismal Aftercare - Extending our love to new parents Giggles For God - Gatherings for parents with young childrenGood Works Gang Service Projects - Parishioners helping Parishioners

THE CARE CONNECTION

To receive care or to volunteer, call Beverly Delleart, Ministry Director, 973.835.0374, ext. 113

Year End Tax Statements

Year-end tax statements were mailed Thursday, January 25 [for those who donated $500 or more during 2017].

Anyone else wishing to receive a statement, please email your name, address and phone number to carolt@stmarys-pompton.org; Carol will email the statement to you (or call the Parish Office at 973.835.0374).Please note: Statements for all donations made through Faith Direct will be mailed separately.To streamline communications and reduce mailing expenses, please update three items on our Parish database: www.stmarys-pompton.org - go to Quick Links - click Update Family Records.

Community News(Announcements are offered as a service to you. Appearance in the bulletin does not mean we endorse them. The decision to contact and use any service is yours.)

Free Vision Screening—Wednesday, March 14, 9:00-11:30 AM, Pompton Lakes Municipal Building, 25 Lenox Avenue. Call 973.835.0143, x 235 to schedule appointment.

Free Hearing Screening—Monday, April 16, 4:00 - 6:30 PM, Pompton Lakes Municipal Building, 25 Lenox Avenue. Call 973.835.0143, x 235 for an appointment.

Memorial Garden Paver Stones

Forms are available at the Parish Office if you wish to donate a paver stone in memory of a loved one or in honor of a

special occasion. All orders must be received by Monday, April 30.