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SACRAMENTAL PREPARATIONSACRAMENT OF BAPTISM: Parents should be registered and participating members of the parish. Please contact the Rectory during the sixth month of pregnancy to schedule for a parent preparation program, which is held the first Wednesday of each month in the St. Patrick's Room at 7 PM. Baptisms are scheduled the Second and Fourth Sundays of each month at 1:15 PM. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Saturdays 3:15 PM—4:00 PM at St. Mary of Mt. Carmel, before or after daily Mass, or any time upon request. Parish Family Penance Service: Scheduled Advent and Lent. SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY: Diocesan regulations require that arrangements should be made one year in advance with the officiating Priest. Those desiring to receive this Sacrament must be registered for at least six months and be participating members of St. Mary of Mt. Carmel Parish. As you contemplate marriage, contact the Rectory.++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM (SPANISH):Spanish Baptisms are held the First and Third Sundays of each month at 1:15 PM. Please contact the Parish Office 704-5945 on Tuesdays to schedule. Preparación para el bautismo cada 1er miércoles mensualmente después de la misa de las 7 pm.

SACRAMENT OF ANNOINTING: (Care of Infirm and Elderly): The Rectory may be called at any time for the Sacrament of the Sick. (609-704-5945) R.C.I.A.: (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults): For information about RCIA, please contact the Rectory. SOCIAL CONCERNS / ST. VINCENT DEPAUL FOOD PANTRY: Food distribution every Thursday 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM and in the evening from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM in St. Lucy Hall (Convent Basement, French St.). ADORATION—FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH FOLLOWING THE 8:00 AM MASS UNTIL 4:00 PM BENEDICTION. SIGN UP SHEETS IN VESTIBULE OF CHURCH.+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Readings for the Week

Second Sunday of Lent

SundayGn 22:1-2, 9a, 10-13, 15-18; Rom 8:31b-34; Mk

9:2-10Monday

Dn 9:4b-10; Lk 6:36-38Tuesday

Is 1:10, 16-20; Mt 23:1-12Wednesday

Jer 18:18-20; Mt 20:17-28Thursday

Jer 17:5-10; Lk 16:19-31First 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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ST. MARY OF MT. CARMEL

PARISH REGISTRATIONSt. Mary of Mt. Carmel Parish Welcomes All

(You can register online. Website address on cover of bulletin)

No matter what your present status in the Catholic Church, no matter what your current family or marital situation; no matter what your past or present religious affiliation; no matter what your personal history, age, background, race, etc.; you are Invited, Welcomed, Accepted, Loved and Respected at St. Mary of Mt. Carmel Parish.-----------------------------------------------------------Parish Registration(Please drop in collection basket)Name: _____________________________Address: ___________________________City: _____________________ Zip ______Phone: Home: ______________________Daytime: ___________________________

( ) New Parishioner ( ) Address Change

SAT 2/288:30 am (SJ) William ListaReq by Pat, Pam & Denise Ordille4:15 pm (SJ) Frances IuliucciReq by Sandra & Jack5:15 pm (SA) Ronald CassReq by John & Kay Tomasello

Frances CessatoReq by Joseph & Betty Maimone

Bill ListaReq by Darlene & Caesar Berenato

Marie & Joseph MazzagattiReq by Rita & Anthony

SUN 3/17:30 am (SA) John J. PanarelloReq by Gaeton Panarello8:30 am (SJ) Frances CessatoReq by The Class of ‘5310:15 am (SJ)Elizabeth MacrieReq by David & Sharon Bertino

Cynthia A. YoungReq by Orlandini Family

Joseph NegliaReq by Dan & Maria Benedetto

Jack AnastasiaReq by Burwell Porter & Family11:45 am (SJ)Perpetual Mass Remembrance6:00 pm (SA) Grace LittlefieldReq by Theresa Pagano

MON 3/27:00 am (SJ) Sue DonioReq by Dotty Orlandini & Inferrera Family8:00 am (SJ) Frances CessatoReq by Kathy & Wayne Reichert

Rita MeasleyReq by Angela Donio

Camelia DeFiccio-ZieglerReq by Robert Bassetti

TUES 3/37:00 am (SJ) Steve GiordanoReq by Shannon Aumenta8:00 am (SJ) Joseph & Elizabeth ButrynReq by Noto Family

WED 3/47:00 am (SJ) Marie BombaraReq by Anthony Scordo Family8:00 am (SJ) Antonio CampanellaReq by Dr. & Mrs. M.J. Campanella

WED (Contd)7:00 pm (SJ) Perpetual Mass Remembrance

THURS 3/57:00 am (SJ) Joseph IzziReq by Donald Ambrose8:00 am (SJ) Catherine ReevesReq by Maria Bagliani

FRI 3/67:00 am (SJ) Matilda CarusoReq by Husband Joe8:00 am (SJ) Jack StewartReq by Midge Scardino

SAT 3/78:30 am (SJ) Anthony D. MentoReq by Eugenia Donio4:15 pm (SJ) Ordille & Christopher FamilyReq by Family5:15 pm (SA) William ListaReq by Tom & Sally Picucci & Family

Joseph MazzagattiReq by Barbara Zinno

Lawrence DetaneyReq by Bill & Lorraine Cappuccio

Frank AmedioReq by Catherine Latorre

SUN 3/87:30 am (SA) Anthony D. MentoReq by Dave Liberto & Family8:30 am (SJ) Elizabeth MacrieReq by Jean & Frank Woelfel10:15 am (SJ)Michael L. & Gilda RubertonReq by Family

Cynthia A. YoungReq by Pat & Angela Christopher

Grace LittlefieldReq by Joan & Mickey Perna

Robert GibaseReq by Carl & Bonnie Whisler11:45 am (SJ)Intentions for Healing6:00 pm (SA) Dan GleasonReq by Family

WEDDING BANNSLouis Casadia and Ramnit Kaur

ST. ANTHONY’S PARKING LOT … when attending mass at St. Anthony’s please USE CHURCH PARKING LOT. DO NOT park in lot across street (Mary’s restaurant). Additional parking in rear of church plus rear entrance to

Dear Friends:

On the Second Sunday of Lent we always hear one of the accounts of Jesus’ Transfiguration. Today’s passage is from the Gospel of Mark, and true to Mark’s style, it is very much to the point. Jesus takes a few disciples upon a high mountain where he is transfigured before them—his clothes so white as no fuller could ever bleach them. Both Moses, a symbol of the Law, and Elijah, a symbol of the prophets, appear and the three engage in a discussion. We are not privy to the nature of their discussion; but the three of them together reveal the vast panorama of God’s saving love—almost like all of the readings we hear at the Easter Vigil. Peter, totally overwhelmed by the experience as if in a trance, suggests the erecting of three tents, one for each of them. A voice is suddenly heard extolling Jesus as his beloved son and admonishing them to listen to him. The experience ends and Jesus requests that the three tell no one until Jesus is raised from the dead. The disciples are quite perplexed as to what he means. For those us who know what is going to happen beyond this event, we can savor this scene in Jesus’ life as affirming our faith in Jesus as the Son of God, our path to true discipleship. The voice of the Father says it all, “This is my beloved Son. Listen to him.” In our lives as followers of Jesus Christ, as his disciples made so and transformed by our baptism, we are called to listen to the voice of Jesus within; and Jesus’ voice is about love. Love transforms everything and everyone. Our baptism into Jesus’ death and resurrection transforms us. We are given life.

With Peace and Joy!

Fr. Tom

Fr. Tom’s telephone number at St. Anthony is 561-3313.

Please call before 9 PM unless an emergency

SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT –MARCH 1, 2015

Estimados amigos:

En el segundo domingo de Cuaresma siempre escuchamos una de las cuentas de la Transfiguración de Jesús. El pasaje de hoy es del Evangelio de Marcos, y fiel al estilo de la marca, es mucho hasta el punto. Jesús toma unos pocos discípulos sobre una alta montaña donde él se transfiguró delante de ellos — su ropa tan blanca como fuller no podría nunca lejía les. Aparecen tanto Moses, un símbolo de la ley y Elías, un símbolo de los profetas, y los tres entablar una discusión. No estamos enterados de la naturaleza de su discusión; Pero los tres juntos revelan el vasto panorama de amor salvífico de Dios — como casi todas las lecturas que escuchamos en la vigilia. Peter, totalmente abrumado por la experiencia como si estuviera en trance, sugiere la construcción de tres tiendas, una para cada uno de ellos. Una voz de repente elogiando a Jesús como su hijo amado y amonestar para escucharlo. Los extremos de la experiencia y Jesús pide que los tres no digas a nadie hasta que Jesús se levantó de entre los muertos. Los discípulos están bastante perplejos en cuanto a lo que quiere decir. Para esos Estados Unidos quién sabe qué va a pasar más allá de este evento, podemos degustar esta escena en la vida de Jesús como afirmando nuestra fe en Jesús como el hijo de Dios, nuestro camino al verdadero discipulado. La voz del padre lo dice todo, "este es mi hijo amado. Escuchen a él". En nuestras vidas como seguidores de Jesucristo, como sus discípulos lo hicieron y transforman por nuestro bautismo, estamos llamados a escuchar la voz de Jesús dentro; y la voz de Jesús sobre el amor. El amor transforma todo y a todos. Nuestro bautismo en la muerte y resurrección de Jesús nos transforma. Se nos da la vida.

¡Con paz y alegría!

Padre Tom

Padre Tom Telefono 561-3313

church.PRAY FOR OUR SICK: Donna Amendolia, Lena Balsama, Rachael Beretta, Elise Brunda, Kay Bruno, Lee Chappine, Luz Crespo, Kathleen Crowley, Anita

Curran, Pasquale D’Agostino, Lee DeNardo, Pina Donato, Wayne Fichetola, Marty Frike, Donna Glynn, Regina Heaton, Rita Herbert, William Heston, Taylor Hyndman, Charles Kaston, Mary Kryzoruka, Lorna LaMantia, Dale Lombardi, Frank Monopoli, Nora Martines, Lisa Marino, Kristin Miller-Ruttler, Daniel Monopoli, Frank Monopoli, Darlene Monzo, Jonathan O’Neill, Joseph Panepinto, Jr., Phyllis Pastore, Russell Pavesi, Shelly Perna, Larry Priest, Lillian Renzi, Rita Restuccio, Cosmo & Thomas Ricca, Angeles Rodriguez, Franky C. Roman, Sharon Sacco, Anna Marie Santangelo, Elizabeth Savino Roman, Ruben Roman, Cynthia Sims, William Sulllivan, Anna Templeton, Nick Theisen, Wilfredo Torres, Luke Trechy, Jesus VasQuez Elizabeth Whallen, Donna Wolf, Mary Woolson, Deana Zingrone. Please call the Rectory to add a name to our Prayer List and please let Father Tom know if any parishioners are in the hospital. After three months, the names will be removed unless you inform us otherwise.

REMINDER – 1st Penance for Special Sacramental class for those who were absent for 1st Penance will be held on Thursday, March 5th St Joseph Church, 7pm.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION – Calling all students in grades 4-8 to participate in The Living Stations of the Cross at St. Joseph Church on Good Friday, April 3rd at 7pm.Characters Needed: Jesus, Pontius Pilate, Mary, Veronica, soldiers, Simon, Women of Jerusalem, Children, Joseph of Arimathea, John, Choir and 2 Narrators.If interested please contact Sr. Ella Mae @ 609-704-5945 or email rel.ed@comcast.net

TAX LETTER….If you are in need of a tax letter, please call the rectory office (704-5945) and leave your name, address and phone number.

SANCTUARY CANDLE Week March l, 2015

St. Joseph Church In memory of:

Sue Donio Req by: Religious Ed Teachers

St. Anthony Church In memory of: People of the Parish

Chapel of St. Martin dePorresSanctuary Light

In Memory of: People of the Parish

DECEASEDAngelo Fedga, Kenneth Joseph Grasso

OFFICE CHILD AND YOUTH PROTECTION

CAP Phase IMonday, March 2, 6pm, Holy Family SewellWednesday, March 4, Gloucester Catholic High, Gloucester, Cafeteria 7pmWednesday, March 11, 7pm, St. Charles Borromeo, SicklervilleThursday, March 12, 7pm St. Mary Regional School, East Vineland, Media CenterMonday , March 16, 7pm Bishop McHugh Regional School, Cape May Court House, LibraryWednesday, March 18, 7pm Christ the King Reg. School, Haddonfield, Church, lower level

No CAP Phase 2

CAP Phase 3 Cyber Empowerment

Monday, March 16, 7pm Holy Eucharist, Cherry Hill

The CAP schedule, location and phone numbers and directions may be found on the diocesan website @www.camdendiocese.org

To attend one of these classes, please call the CAP registration line in the Office of Child and Youth protection at 856-583-6165 or email

Diane.Diggons@camdendiocese.org to register. Please register at least five days before the session you would like to attend.

K of C PADRE PIO COUNCIL 14191

-  Meets at St Martin’s on 2nd Monday of  each month at 7:30 PM

-  Co-Hosts Friday Night Bingo at Elm Fire Hall.  Kitchen opens at 5PM, games start at 7PM.  Come meet an old friend or make new ones.

" WANTED HATS AND GLOVES "The Ladies Of The Knights of St. Vincent Pallotti Council #3471, with their Knights are collecting NEW or GENTLY

USED hats and gloves. Throughout the month of February, there will be a basket in the front entrance of St. Joseph's and St. Anthony's churches. They will be distributed throughout the community. If anyone is aware of someone in need of these items, they can contact Bonnie Whisler 609-561-8209, our members, or any member of the Knights of Columbus. THANK YOU

ST. MARTIN DEPORRES SOCIAL ACTION MINISTRY

A collection will be taken up during Lent for the Patients at Ancora Psychiatric Hospital. The drive will happen on the weekend of March 7, March 14 and March 21. There will be black containers in the back of both churches. Items that are needed include: shampoo, deodorant, shower gel, disposable razors, toothbrushes, toothpaste, tissues combs, brushes, African-American Grooming Products, etc. In addition, puzzle books, crayons, markers, craft supplies, costume jewelry, prayer books, handbags, totes, etc. ALL ITEMS DONATED SHOULD BE ALCOHOL FREE.

 PALM WEAVING

Palm weaving will begin on Monday March 9, 2015 at St. Anthony’s Church Hall. We will be weaving Monday through Thursday from noon until 5pm until Palm Sunday. Anyone wishing to weave or purchase palm, please call Carol Effinger at 561-6633 or Pat Criscillo at 567-2154. All are welcome to both weave and learn. Weavers should bring their scissors, stapler, and staples.

Help Needed – we are also looking for someone to prepare the palm for weaving. If you are interested, please call Carol at 561-6633 or Pat at 567-2154.   

The 2015 House of Charity - Bishop’s Annual Appeal, "We Are Called" has begun. This year, the campaign seeks to raise money to provide care, respect, justice, peace and dignity for every soul in the Diocese of Camden.  Our parish goal this year is $130,608.65. We invite all parishioners to participate in this important effort. Please make your sacrificial gift to help continue the mission of the Church here in the Diocese of Camden. Together, We Are Called.

SO FAR, WE HAVE RAISED $36,122.50. All checks should be made payable to House of Charity (no cash, please)

COLLECTION – February 21-22, 2015

1st Collection - $ 8,971.00 2nd Collection –

Easter flowers 3,020.00Ash Wednesday 2,054.00

3/1/2015 Black & Native American Missions3/8/2015 St Vincent DePaul Baskets

All donation checks should be made payable to St. Mary of Mt. Carmel, regardless of which worship site you attend (except for St. Vincent de Paul).

LITURGY AND MUSIC NEWS Here are more opportunities to pray together: During these 40 days and nights of Lent, please consider signing up for one hour to be with our Lord in the St. Martin de Porres Chapel located in the vestibule of St. Joseph Church. Back to the Basics: Lent is a time for Prayer, Fasting, and Alms Giving. We are called to holiness, mutual forgiveness and conversion to bring us closer to Our Lord. Our baptism calls us to repent as we reflect during Lent on the many sacrifices Our Lord made for us that we might live eternally with Him. Stations of the Cross are this Friday, February 27th, 7 p.m. at St. Joseph Church. It reminds us of Christ's footsteps to His crucifixion and draws us closer to Our Lord. Please come and join us during this Lenten Journey. Please note that the Friday March 20th Stations will be held at St. Anthony’s Church followed by soup in the hall. The Music Ministry is leading us in chant during Lent to emphasize the solemnity of the Season. Please join us and use the blue cards in the pews for the Sanctus (Holy) and Agnus Dei (Lamb of God). Kyrie Eleison ,Christe Eleison, Kyrie Eleison, (Lord, Have Mercy, Christ, Have Mercy, Lord Have Mercy) is chanted at the beginning of Mass. The Gloria is not sung during Lent. WE NEED GIFT BEARERS: We encourage everyone but especially family members to ask an usher to bring the gifts of bread and wine to the altar at the Preparation of the Gifts. What a wonderful way to honor your deceased loved one by participating during their Mass.  You can sign up too and signup sheets are located in the back of both of our churches. We continue to accept and receive Ministry Sign-Up Sheets.  Please take a Ministry Sign-Up Sheet and become closer to God and your fellow parishioners. You can return your Ministry Sheet by placing it in the Collection Basket, Giving it to an Usher or bringing it to

the Parish Center. Thank you for sharing your gifts with our parish.

The GOD'S LITTLE ANGELS toddler program continues to meet weekly on WEDNESDAYS at 10:30 a.m. in St. Anthony Hall. This free program is for children 18 months to 4 years and their caregivers. It lasts approximately 45 minutes and  includes songs, movement, a craft, a light snack, Bible stories, an introduction to prayers and fun! Please PARK IN THE BACK OF THE CHURCH and enter through the back double doors of the hall. Bring a beverage for your child and of course, younger siblings are welcome. We have been very pleased with the turnout so far and we welcome new little angels every week. If you have any questions or to be included on the email list of updates, please email kelli.fallon@gmail.com. Hope to see you on Wednesday!

GET INVOLVED – 2015 WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIESMany local families and individuals have inquired about how they can get involved with the WMF2015 in Philadelphia next September. More information on preparing as a family, volunteering, and/or hosting visitors from abroad may be found at the official website for the event – www.worldmeeting2015.org. The site also allows you to register to participate in the many conferences offered.

The Saint Joseph High School Board of Trustees and Tony Rodio’76, CEO of Tropicana, invite supporters, alumni, parents of current

and former students and current and former faculty of Saint Joseph H.S. to come to the Red & White Celebration on Saturday, March 7, 2015 from 6 pm to 11 pm at Tropicana Hotel Casino in Atlantic City. There will be dinner, dancing, cash bar and silent auction. Tickets are $75 per person with $25 donated directly to the SJHS Annual Fund. Each ticket sold helps the school. Tickets must be purchased in advance by March 1. Table Sponsorship is also available. Honoring Joanne Ordille, Frank Bartolone’51, Martin Durney’63 and Coach Paul Sacco’74. Information and Ticket purchases can be made by going to

www.stjoek12.org or contacting Anne Liberto, Director of Advancement, 609-561-8700x108, aliberto@stjoek12.org.

“VILLA” Day of PrayerVery Important Ladies Lenten Activities

A DAY OF PRAYER FOR LADIES OF ALL AGESMoms, Daughters, Grandmoms, Sisters, Cousins, Aunts, Friends

Come together and share a Day of Prayer this LENT.

LENTEN: Day of Prayer held on the grounds of:Villa Victoria Academy, 376 West Upper Ferry Road,

Ewing, NJ 08628Saturday, March 7th 10AM – 4PM

A day of prayer for ladies of all ages – Share the gift of a day with Jesus

Guided meditation - Eucharistic Adoration - Private prayer Rosary -2 conferences -Meet & talk with the Filippini Sisters

Cost = $ 5.00 Bring your own lunchTo register: Email - stbernadetteconvent@gmail.com, Additional information – Call Sister Shirlee 917-349-7935

Saturday, March 14, 20157:00 – 11:00 pm

St. Joseph Regional Elementary School

Gymnasium133 N. Third Street

Hammonton, NJ

For details about tickets, advertising opportunities and event info call 856-952-6703

or e-mail stjoepta@yahoo.com

Sponsored by St. Joseph Regional Elementary PTA

Casino Gaming Tables

Casino DealersBlackjack

CrapsRoulette

Texas Hold’Em PokerDJ

Dinner Served &BYOB$55.00 Per Couple with

$100.00 in Chips$35.00Per Person with

$100.00 in ChipsAll proceeds benefit St. Joseph Regional Elementary School

JOE CONKLIN COMEDY SHOW – Volunteers needed. Would you like to get involved in a fun activity? The Pastoral Council will be hosting a beef and beer night on April 18, 2015. We need help setting up, cleaning up and other things associated with what should be a real fun night featuring the legendary Joe Conklin and his Comedy Night. If you would like to help, please contact the Parish Center and leave your name. Tickets are available at the Parish Center. Cost: $50 each includes Joe Conklin, 2 other comedians, DJ, Beef and Beer. HOLD THE DATE & SPREAD THE WORD – On March 29th the St. Mary of Mt. Carmel Pastoral Council and the St. Padre Pio Knights of Columbus will be holding a Palm Sunday Breakfast followed by an Easter Egg Hunt at St. Anthony. A special guest will be attending the breakfast (hint: he has long ears and a bushy tail) for everyone young at heart who would like to get their picture taken with this famous figure. Breakfast will be from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm followed by an Easter Egg Hunt. Candy, toys and fun are in store for those who attend.

COMING SOON - ELECTRONIC GIVING! We are partnering with Parish Giving (www.parish-giving.org) to establish an electronic funds transfer program for those parishioners who wish to fulfill their stewardship commitments through electronic contributions. More information to follow.

The Hammonton Education Foundation invites you to their annual Taste of the Town event. It will be held March 15th at the Hammonton High School Gym from 3 pm to 6 pm. Tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for students. Come out for a fun day of fabulous food, fantastic prizes and talented student entertainment. For tickets call Roseann at (561-4244) or Marie at (561-5029)

4TH ANNUAL IRACE4VOCATIONS

On Sunday, April 26, 2015, join Bishop Sullivan along with priests, religious, our seminarians and many other people from throughout the diocese at Washington Lake Park (626 Hurffville Crosskeys Rd., Sewell) for our 4th annual iRace4Vocations. Bishop Sullivan will celebrate a Mass for Vocations at 1:00 pm followed by our 5k run/1mile family walk. Come out to pray and race!

WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER

A Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend is a weekend full of fresh love, rebirth, and new beginnings.  Your marriage deserves it, and so does your home life.  The next weekends are April 17-19 and May 29-31. For more information call 609-742-4035 or email applications@wwme-southjersey.org  Visit our website wwme-southjersey.org

ST. PATRICK’S DANCE FEATURING JERRY BLAVAT

St. Padre Pio Parish in Vineland will host a St. Patrick’s Dance featuring Jerry Blavat, “The Geator with the Heator” on Saturday, March 21, 7pm to 12 midnight at Our Lady of Pompeii Rosary Hall, 4680 Dante Avenue in Vineland. Doors open at 6:30 pm. Tickets are $40 per person and include a buffet dinner, beer, dessert and coffee. BYOB. For tickets or more information, call Janice at 856-691-7526.

GIVE THE GIFT OF EDUCATION

Be an angel to a student!

As an angel, you enable a student who is at risk financially, to remain at St. Joseph Regional Elementary Catholic School. 100% of your contribution is directed to the tuition, with the parents or guardians contributing their part. Your tax-deductible contributions can be made in honor or in memory of someone you hold dear, while assisting a child who might not otherwise be able to afford the benefit that a Catholic School education offers.For further information, please contact St. Joseph Regional Elementary School principal, Sr. Betty Jean Takacs, MPF at 609-704-2400 ext 103 or come into the school office or the church office to make a donation.

St. Joseph Regional Elementary Angel FundName ______________________________________________________

Intention _____________________________________________________

Donor _______________________________________________________

Amount _______________________________________________________