From the Pastor’s Desk

Stewardship Reflection… “Whoever gives to the poor will have everything he needs, but the one who ignores the poor will receive many curses.” Proverbs 28:27

April 29, 2018 -:- Fifth Sunday of Easter

The Church of Saint Theresa

As a parish we gave $7422.00 as a Gift to God the weekend of April 21/22. The collection for Renovations was $2,532.00.

St. Theresa Reflection… “Nothing is sweeter than to think well of others.” St. Theresa

Fifth Sunday of Easter Sunday

Acts 9:26-31; 1 Jn 3:18-24; Jn 15:1-8 Monday

Acts 14:5-18; Jn 14:21-26 Tuesday

Acts 14:19-28; Jn 14:27-31a or, for the Memorial, Gn 1:26—2:3 or Col 3:14-15, 17, 23-24; Mt 13:54-

58 Wednesday

Acts 15:1-6; Jn 15:1-8 Thursday

1 Cor 15:1-8; Jn 14:6-14 First Friday

Acts 15:22-31; Jn 15:12-17 First Saturday

Acts 16:1-10; Jn 15:18-21

FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER First Reading: Acts 9:26-31 Paul the Apostle came to Jerusalem, where the other disciples were afraid of him. Then they learned that the Lord had spoken to Paul and he had preached openly in Damascus. When they learned that someone wanted to kill him, they protected him because they fully believed he had converted. Second Reading: I John 3:18-24 John clearly states that we must love one another. All people who believe in Jesus Christ can show their faith only through their actions. If people believe in Jesus and love one another as he commanded us, they prove that they are true believers in Christ. Gospel: John 15:1-8 Jesus compares himself to a vine, and compares his father to the vine-grower. He explains how God prunes the barren branches so that the rest might yield more fruit. He reminds them that apart from himself, his followers could not bear fruit.

Dear Parishioners,

I haven't spoke about this in quite some time, 2018 Sharing God's Blessings Annual Appeal is underway. We have $10,039.00 already pledged. This is approximately 5% of our goal of $53,204.00. The outpouring of support from many parishioners like you helps sustain the important ministries across the Archdiocese of Newark. These programs help to make our own parish a more vibrant place to worship.

Our goal of $53,204.00, can only be achieved through YOUR generosity! If you have yet to give, please pick up a pledge form at the back of the church or visit www.rcan.org/sharing.

YOUR gift will truly make a difference.

Thank you for your prayers and support.

Fr. Giovanni

Cardinal Joseph Tobin

Will visit St. Theresa! On Friday, May 30, 2018 Cardinal Tobin will celebrate the 10:00am Mass here at St. Theresa’s. Due to the Cardinal’s visit there will NOT be a 9:00am Mass it has been moved to 10:00am. Please join us for this glorious event

All are welcome to join us in this glorious event.

APRIL 29, 2018 -:-FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER THE CHURCH OF SAINT THERESA - PAGE 3

In Memoriam Host: Lucy Ann Terrone * Josephine Terrone Wine: Parishioner Intentions Sanctuary Lamp: Parishioner Intentions Saturday, April 28 7:00 AM Anne Rapczynski (18th Ann.) * Family 9:00 AM Pasquale Cuppari * Cuppari Family 5:30 PM Walter Gauer * Melchondia Family Sunday, April 29 7:30 AM Maria Locorriere * Husband & Family 9:00 AM Allen R. Phillips, Sr. (Wedding Ann.) * Phillips Family ?0:30 AM Domenica Zappia (Barritta) (45th Ann.) * Caterina Barritta & Family 12:00 PM Mario Esposito (15th Ann.) * Anna & Mario Esposito 5:00 PM Joanne Del Valle * The Kokai Family Monday, April 30 7:00 AM Andrea Savingano (1st Ann.) * Joe & Sissy 9:00 AM Angelina & Michael Cuppari * Francesca & Antonio Cuppari 7:30 PM Dominick DiMaggio, Jr. * Dominick DiMaggio Tuesday, May 1 7:00 AM Donna Musto * Mom & Family 9:00 AM Leo Sequin (33rd Ann.) * Ann Hill Wednesday, May 2 7:00 AM Elio Mario & Antonio Cardillo * Daughter & Family 9:00 AM Maria DiCarlo Palumbo * Maria & Gino Ianiro 7:30 PM Giuseppe Petracca (4th Ann.) * Wife, Francesca Petracce Thursday, May 3 7:00 AM Manuel Dealmeida (Birthday) * Daughter 9:00 AM Antonio Caneiro (19th Ann.) * Gladys Caneiro & Family Friday, May 4 7:00 AM Billy Cray (Birthday) * Cathy & John Battaglia 9:00 AM Domenica & Muzio Cuppari * Francesca & Antonio Cuppari 6:30 PM Italian Memorial Mass (Multiple Intentions) Saturday, May 5 7:00 AM Policronio Cadiz * Cunado Family 9:00 AM Alexander D'Addio, Jr. (55th Wedding Ann.) * Loving Wife, Joanne 5:30 PM Charles Spingola (23rd Ann.) * Gauer Family Sunday, May 6 7:30 AM Joseph Cicci * Lou & Saveria Campanile 9:00 AM Rosary Altar Society 10:30 AM Mary & Dougie Damrau (Ann.) * Adele Damrau 12:00 PM Theresa Picaroni (34th Ann.) * Theresa, Raymond & Children (Divine Mercy Adoration after the 12:00 Mass) 5:00 PM Lawrence P. Sheridan (34th Ann.) * The Sheridan Family

Italian Masses St. Theresa’s is proud to announce a memorial Mass in Italian with multiple intentions, which will be celebrated on the first Friday of every month at 6:30 PM.

Senior Citizen Prom Saints Michael and Theresa Youth Ministry will be sponsoring a “Senior Citizen” Prom for the Senior Citizen members of BOTH parish communities. The date of this year’s event is Saturday May 19th and will go from 6:30 pm until 9pm in McVeigh Hall (School Gym) at St. Theresa’s. The night will include dinner, music, games and more. So that we can properly prepare we ask that if you would like to join us that you please RSVP to the Youth Ministry Office either via email at rich@stmtym.com or at 276-5990 with the number of guests no later than May 15th.

Mothers Day Flower Sale The Youth Ministry Program will be sponsoring a Mother’s Day Flower Sale at St. Michael Parish on the front lawns of the school the weekend May 12th and 13th. Assorted Flowers and hanging baskets will be on sale. Hours will be 9am to 6:30pm on Saturday and 8am to 1:30pm on Sunday. All funds collected will benefit the Youth Ministry Program.

Eucharistic Adoration We will continue Eucharistic Adoration, in the Chapel, on Mondays from 12:30pm-7:30pm. We need Adorers to be present with Our Lord for the following times; 12:30-1:30, 1:30-2:30, 2:30-3:30, 3:30-4:30, 4:30-5:30, 5:30-6:30, 6:30-7:30pm. There will be a sign up sheet on a table in the vestibule of the church where you can write your name and phone number in your desired time slot. Commitment to the one hour time is a solemn obligation. The Blessed Sacrament can NOT be left alone when exposed for Adoration. If you cannot meet your commitment please call Bernadette Kunz at 908-964-5253 or the rectory at 908-272-4444 at least 24 hrs. prior to your time. No matter the amount of time you have, be it long or short Everyone is welcome to come spend time with the Lord.

28th Annual Letter Carriers Food Drive Saturday, May 12, 2018, put your non-perishable donation in a bag by your mailbox, and the postmen will pickup. The Social Concerns Food Pantry has benefited from the Kenilworth collection in the past.

APRIL 29, 2018 -:-FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER THE CHURCH OF SAINT THERESA - PAGE 3

In Memoriam Host: Lucy Ann Terrone * Josephine Terrone Wine: Parishioner Intentions Sanctuary Lamp: Parishioner Intentions Saturday, April 28 7:00 AM Anne Rapczynski (18th Ann.) * Family 9:00 AM Pasquale Cuppari * Cuppari Family 5:30 PM Walter Gauer * Melchondia Family Sunday, April 29 7:30 AM Maria Locorriere * Husband & Family 9:00 AM Allen R. Phillips, Sr. (Wedding Ann.) * Phillips Family ?0:30 AM Domenica Zappia (Barritta) (45th Ann.) * Caterina Barritta & Family 12:00 PM Mario Esposito (15th Ann.) * Anna & Mario Esposito 5:00 PM Joanne Del Valle * The Kokai Family Monday, April 30 7:00 AM Andrea Savingano (1st Ann.) * Joe & Sissy 9:00 AM Angelina & Michael Cuppari * Francesca & Antonio Cuppari 7:30 PM Dominick DiMaggio, Jr. * Dominick DiMaggio Tuesday, May 1 7:00 AM Donna Musto * Mom & Family 9:00 AM Leo Sequin (33rd Ann.) * Ann Hill Wednesday, May 2 7:00 AM Elio Mario & Antonio Cardillo * Daughter & Family 9:00 AM Maria DiCarlo Palumbo * Maria & Gino Ianiro 7:30 PM Giuseppe Petracca (4th Ann.) * Wife, Francesca Petracce Thursday, May 3 7:00 AM Manuel Dealmeida (Birthday) * Daughter 9:00 AM Antonio Caneiro (19th Ann.) * Gladys Caneiro & Family Friday, May 4 7:00 AM Billy Cray (Birthday) * Cathy & John Battaglia 9:00 AM Domenica & Muzio Cuppari * Francesca & Antonio Cuppari 6:30 PM Italian Memorial Mass (Multiple Intentions) Saturday, May 5 7:00 AM Policronio Cadiz * Cunado Family 9:00 AM Alexander D'Addio, Jr. (55th Wedding Ann.) * Loving Wife, Joanne 5:30 PM Charles Spingola (23rd Ann.) * Gauer Family Sunday, May 6 7:30 AM Joseph Cicci * Lou & Saveria Campanile 9:00 AM Rosary Altar Society 10:30 AM Mary & Dougie Damrau (Ann.) * Adele Damrau 12:00 PM Theresa Picaroni (34th Ann.) * Theresa, Raymond & Children (Divine Mercy Adoration after the 12:00 Mass) 5:00 PM Lawrence P. Sheridan (34th Ann.) * The Sheridan Family

Senior Citizen Prom Saints Michael and Theresa Youth Ministry will be sponsoring a “Senior Citizen” Prom for the Senior Citizen members of BOTH parish communities. The date of this year’s event is Saturday May 19th and will go from 6:30 pm until 9pm in McVeigh Hall (School Gym) at St. Theresa’s. The night will include dinner, music, games and more. So that we can properly prepare we ask that if you would like to join us that you please RSVP to the Youth Ministry Office either via email at rich@stmtym.com or at 276-5990 with the number of guests no later than May 15th.

Eucharistic Adoration We will continue Eucharistic Adoration, in the Chapel, on Mondays from 12:30pm-7:30pm. We need Adorers to be present with Our Lord for the following times; 12:30-1:30, 1:30-2:30, 2:30-3:30, 3:30-4:30, 4:30-5:30, 5:30-6:30, 6:30-7:30pm. There will be a sign up sheet on a table in the vestibule of the church where you can write your name and phone number in your desired time slot. Commitment to the one hour time is a solemn obligation. The Blessed Sacrament can NOT be left alone when exposed for Adoration. If you cannot meet your commitment please call Bernadette Kunz at 908-964-5253 or the rectory at 908-272-4444 at least 24 hrs. prior to your time. No matter the amount of time you have, be it long or short Everyone is welcome to come spend time with the Lord.

28th Annual Letter Carriers Food Drive Saturday, May 12, 2018, put your non-perishable donation in a bag by your mailbox, and the postmen will pickup. The Social Concerns Food Pantry has benefited from the Kenilworth collection in the past.

Bulletin Articles DEADLINE is Monday 5pm prior to the Sunday. To submit information, drop off to the rectory marked Attention: Bulletin or email to stparish@thechurchofsttheresa.org

APRIL 29, 2018 FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER THE CHURCH OF SAINT THERESA - PAGE 4

YOUTH MINISTRY

This Sunday night we invite all high school teens to join us for our next meeting in the Youth Room at St. Michael’s. Doors open at 7pm and we get started shortly after 7:30pm. Tonight is one of our Choice Topic Nights where our TEAM leader will be offering 5 “mini meetings” and you can choose which topic discussion you might want to sit in on. Get the latest information about the Youth Ministry Program at www.stmtym.com You can also reach Rich at the Youth Ministry Office at 276-5990 or via email at rich@stmtym.com

CCD Registration New registration and re-registration forms are available for Fall 2018 Religious Education Classes. New registration packets are available at the Religious Education Office (located above the school gym) and re-registration forms will be distributed to current students starting this weekend (April 8th). Please contact the office at 908 276 4681 or at ccd@icatholiczone.org. Please note: Students who plan on returning for 7th grade after a year or more of not attending CCD classes need to take a placement test to determine their grade level. For further information please contact the Religious Education Office.

Saint Theresa School Proudly Presents

After a tornado whisks away a young Kansas

farm girl, Dorothy, to the magical land of OZ, she starts her quest to find the mighty Wizard of Oz who has the power to send her home. Along the way she meets a Scarecrow, a Tinman and a Cowardly Lion who help her on her journey.

Friday, May 4th at 7:00 PM Saturday, May 5th at 7:00 PM Sunday, May 6th at 3:00 PM All tickets - $8.00 STS Auditorium - Reserved Seating

Please call Maureen Scheuermann in the school office at (908) 276-7220 for tickets. This musical is made possible in part by a HEART (History, Education, Arts Reaching Thousands) Grant from the Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders.

The Father Sylvester P. McVeigh Council Knights of Columbus is welcoming new members. If interested in helping those in need, serving your parish or growing in your

Faith, then the Knights of Columbus is the organization for you. Please consider joining us, For more information visit www.kofc4186.org, Facebook -Knights of Columbus Council #4186 Kenilworth, NJ. Or contact Cesar at 908-956-2638 email –joboyle2@gmail.com. Membership in the Knights of Columbus is open to men 18 years of age or older who are practicing Catholics in union with the Holy See. The Knights of Columbus- in Service to ONE, in service to all.

St. Theresa’s is Proud to Present The 2018 People’s Choice Award winning Paper

Mill Playhouse Broadway Show Choir. This song and dance extravaganza will feature fully staged production numbers from popular Broadway shows and Pop favorites.

When: Saturday, June 16, 2018 Where: St. Theresa’s Church Time: 1:30pm. Cost: $20.00 each or $50.00 for a family of 4.

Tickets available after 7:30am, 9:00am, 10:30am and 12:00pm Masses, by calling the rectory (908) 272-4444 or email Linda Koski at stparish@thechurchofsttheresa.org. You may also stop by the rectory during regular office hours.

First Friday Devotion Join us on Friday, May 4, 2018 for the First Friday Exposition and Devotion including the Litany of the Sacred Heart of Jesus at the 9am Mass.

ST. THERESA LIL’ STALLIONS DAYCARE New Parents, come visit St. Theresa Lil’ Stallions Daycare for children aged 6 weeks to 36 months. Affordable, convenient, loving Salesian environment, secure and safe. Call the School Office to arrange a visit or for more information call 908-276-7220 or email www.mysts.org

The Food Pantry is in need of the following items: Cold Cereal, Instant Potatoes, Pancake Mix, Pancake Syrup, Canned Pastas ie; ravioli, spaghettios, beefaroni & Toilet Paper. As always we Accept supermarket gift cards and appreciate monetary donations at the rectory. Thank you for your continued support.