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IN MEMORY~

His Lord said to him, “Well done, you good and faithful servant: you have

been faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things:

enter you into the joy of your Lord.”

Saturday October 1, 2016 5:30pm- Josephine and Peter Salegna by their family Sunday October 2, 2016 7:30am- Michael Wood by Mauro and Ann Iarussi 9:30am- Thomas F. Richel, Sr. by Andrea & Vic Richel 11:30am- Kathleen Tiernan by Lara & Matthew Donohue

Monday October 3, 2016

9:00am- Ascencion Cabrera by Isabel Cabrera &

Grandchildren

Tuesday October 4, 2016

9am- Carmela & Angelo DelDuca by Nadine & Bob Tokash

Wednesday October 5, 2016

9am- Stephan DeWitt by his mother, Rosemary

Thursday October 6, 2016

9am- Robert McCabe by the Scarfone family

Friday October 7, 2016

9am- Ronald and Agnes Hoke by Ron and Joan Hoke

Saturday October 8, 2016

9am- Harry Martino Sr. by his family

5:30pm- Lorraine Delduca by the Gonnella family Sunday October 9, 2016 7:30am- Deceased members of the Minervino and Melillo families by Cathy and Mike Melillo 9:30am- John A. Price by Mr. and Mrs. Tony Squazzo 11:30am- John T. Gibas by the Geminder family

IF YOU OR A FAMILY MEMBER

NEEDS GLUTEN FREE HOSTS AT

MASS, PLEASE CONTACT THE

RECTORY.

GOD BLESS OUR MILITARY ~ Andrew

James Giambalvo Lance Corporal U.S.

Marine Corp, Michael Russo Jr. Captain

U.S. Army, William C. Toft Captain U. S.

Army, Craig Brzeczkowski Spc., Nicholas

Ragazzo, John Ninivaggi , U.S. Army LTJG, Patrick R.

Smith U.S. Coast Guard and John Manganiello U.S.

Coast Guard. Keep them in your prayers to recognize

their sacrifice.

THIS WEEKEND IN OUR PARISH

NOVENA and VENERATION

SAINT THERESE –

The celebration of our Patron Saint

began on September 22nd. We will pray

the Novena prior to all Masses and

conclude with the veneration of her relic

after Mass on October 1st and 2nd. If you would like a

copy of the Novena, call or stop by the rectory. Send

me a rose!

COMMUNITY OUTREACH FALL

RAFFLE TICKET SALE BEGINS.

The drawing is Sunday, October 23rd

after the 9:30 Mass. Make sure to return your

LUCKY TICKETS!

BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS

Sunday, October 2nd at 1 pm in the

Upper Church parking lot.

RESPECT LIFE - The Catholic

Perspective on End-of-Life Care and the

Dangers of Doctor Prescribed Suicide in

New Jersey, a “Death with Dignity” bill is

pending, which, if passed, would legalize doctor-

prescribed suicide in our state. Yet what does “Death

with Dignity” really mean? What does the Church

teach about life sustaining healthcare decisions? On

Sun., Oct. 2, 2016 at 7 pm, we address Advance

Directives for Health Care, Nutrition and Hydration,

Proportionate Care, Palliative Care, the dangers of

Doctor-Prescribed Suicide Legislation. The workshop

takes place in Little Flower’s school cafeteria and is

free of charge. Please join us to learn more about this

important topic.

THIS WEEK IN OUR PARISH

JUNIOR /YOUTH CHOIR – Wednesdays at

4:45 pm

ADULT CHOIR – Wednesdays at 7:30pm

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HEALING THE GRIEVING HEART

Mondays at 7 pm in room 1H. You must

be registered to attend; this session is

closed. Call the rectory to be put on the

spring session’s contact list.

RECONCILIATION is celebrated

each Saturday from 4-5 pm and

Monday from 7-8 pm in the cry

room of the Upper Church.

PRAYER SHAWL PLUS –

Monday, October 3rd at 11 am in

rooms 2H and 2D.

BIBLE STUDY –

Tuesdays at 7 pm in room 2H.

BUTTERFLIES – WOMEN’S

SPIRITUAL SHARING GROUP –

Tuesdays – 10-11:30 am in Room 1H.

DEAR HEARTS – WOMEN’S SPIRITUAL

SHARING GROUP – Thursdays – 10 am –

11:30 am – Room 1H

MIRACULOUS MEDAL NOVENA –

Tuesdays after 9 am Mass.

DIVINE MERCY – Fridays after 9 am

Mass – if there is a funeral at 10 am,

Divine Mercy is at 3 pm.

FOOD PANTRY – Fridays 12-2 pm &

Saturdays 9-11 am. Visit our food

pantry page at www.lfbhnj.org to

volunteer, to see a list of stocked

items or to donate online.

MEN ON THE JOURNEY

Saturdays at 7:45 to 8:45 am in

room 1H in the school. Doors open

at 7:30 am. Questions? Call Jack

O’Grady at 908 –377-2157.

FIRST FRIDAY EUCHARISTIC

ADORATION AND BENEDICTION-

Friday,October 7th beginning after 9 am

Mass and ending with Benediction at 7 pm.

All will be held in the Upper Church.

PRAYER CHAIN – If you are in need of

prayers, for any reason, call the rectory

with your request or email:

prayerchain.lf@gmail.com

NEXT WEEKEND IN OUR PARISH –

There will be a second collection for

fuel and utilities.

MINISTRY NEWS

CALL FOR BABYSITTERS The MOMS group is currently seeking

able-bodied parishioners to care for

children in the Little Flower

classrooms during our bi-weekly Wednesday morning

meetings, which last about 2 hours. If you can babysit

at least twice a year to give moms a well-deserved

spiritual rejuvenation, please call the rectory. Or,

come to our next MOMS meeting so you can see how

you would be a right fit for our ministry. We need

YOU!

FOOD CARDS BENEFITING LITTLE FLOWER -

Please continue to support LFC by purchasing Stop &

Shop or Shop Rite cards! Call or text Julie at 908-578-

3371 OR leave a message at the rectory, 464-1585.

Always available, painless way to donate to Little

Flower, $25.00 each. You may give one to the Little

Flower Food Pantry, the homeless ministry or to a

charity of your choice.

Altar Linens Preparation Ministry

We are looking to grow this ministry. Several

volunteers are desperately needed to join us. A brief

training will be offered. Each person will rotate every

6 to 8 weeks depending on the number of angels who

say “yes” to this calling. This at-home ministry is a

perfect opportunity for people who want to serve the

parish amidst a busy schedule. If you feel the call,

please contact Margaret at pastoral110.lf@gmail.com.

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AROUND TOWN

The Holy Year of Mercy: A Faith-Sharing With Reflections by Pope Francis A modern application of Mercy!

The Holy Year of Mercy: A Faith-Sharing: With Reflections by Pope Francis is an opportunity to

participate in this holy year in a meaningful way. This

faith sharing is a reflection on how to apply mercy in

your daily life.

The Holy Year of Mercy: A Faith-Sharing: With Reflections by Pope Francis will be offered at Our

Lady of Peace Church, Parish Hall, 111 South Street in

New Providence on Tuesday evenings from 7:00-

9:00pm for 9 weeks: Oct. 11, 18, Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29,

Dec. 6 & 13th. Invite your friends and family to join

us. Be sure to bring your bible.

REGISTRATION Fees $11.00 to cover the cost of the chapter study book

Please return the completed form with a check made payable to: Our Lady of Peace Church and send it to: Our Lady of Peace Church Rectory, 111 South Street, New Providence, NJ 07974 Name(s): ________________________________________________________________ Street: _______________________________________________________________ City: ________________________________Zip____________________________ Home Phone: ____________________________________________________ Cell Phone:_______________________________________________________________ Email: _______________________________________ ________________________ Parish Name/ City: _____________________________________________________

Preregistration is necessary as space is limited. Deadline Oct 3rd

Wednesdays for Women, a new program sponsored by

Sacred thread Ministries, begins Wednesday, Oct.

19 with a program on Dorothy Day entitled, "Don't

Call Me a Saint". Sr. Anita Constance, SC will reflect

this disciples' ability to identify and connect with the

poor. We will discover the underpinnings of her

unusual and generous life. Saint Mary's Abbey Retreat

Center, 230 Mendham Rd., Morristown, NJ, from

9:30am - noon. $25. Call Pat Hughes at 908-608-

3160 to register.

Mother Seton Regional High School, 1 Valley Rd.,

Clark, NJ 07066

“The Future is Hers”

Pocketbook Bingo – Friday, October 14, 2016

Doors open 5:00 p.m. ($25 per person)

For further information email

BINGO@motherseton.org

Knights of Columbus

“A Taste of Italy”

73nd Annual Dinner

The Knights of Columbus Council 783, serving Little

Flower, Our Lady of Peace and St. Teresa parishes, is

sponsoring “A Taste of Italy” annual dinner on

Sunday, November 6, 2016 from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM

in the Our Lady of Peace gymnasium at 111 South

Street, New Providence.

This annual Italian dinner, originally called "The

Spaghetti Supper", was started by Rose Mazzucco and

friends in 1943. In addition to spaghetti & meatballs,

diners will have the choice of Italian sausage &

peppers, cavatelli & broccoli, salad, rolls, ice cream,

desserts and beverages.

The price for adults is $20, seniors $15, children 6 - 12

$7, children under 6 free (Family of four rate is $50

plus $10 per additional). The menu is also available

for 'take-out’ at $5 per item. The public is invited, so

bring your friends for a great community event.

Thanksgiving for Archbishop John Myers

On Wednesday, October 12, 2016, a Celebration Mass

of Thanksgiving will be said for a number of

Archbishop Myers milestone anniversaries in the year

2016: His 15th Anniversary of Appointment as

Archbishop of Newark, his 75th Birthday, his 15th

Anniversary of Installation as Archbishop of Newark,

his 50th Anniversary of Ordination as a Priest and his

29th Anniversary of Ordination as a Bishop.

Mass will be celebrated at 5:30PM in the Cathedral

Basilica of the Sacred Heart, followed by a Reception

in the Chancery. Contact the rectory to reserve your

spot.

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New Jersey’s Adoption Law has changed

Beginning January 1, 2017, adoptees and certain relatives

will be able to obtain a copy of their original birth

certificate without a court order. The birth certificate will

include the names of the birth parents who placed children

for adoption unless a birth parent requests their name be

omitted.

Birth parents who wish to preserve their privacy must

submit a Redaction Request Form to the New Jersey

Department of Health no later than December 31, 2016.

The Redaction Request Form can be obtained by calling

866-649-8726, ext. 582 or downloading it at

http://nj.gov/health/forms/reg-36c.pdf.

The Catholic Church has always supported reunions

between adoptees and birth parents, if such reunions were

by mutual consent. The Church continues to do so through

their Catholic Charities agencies.

If you know individuals who could be affected by the

changes to New Jersey Adoption law, please help alert

them. Anyone needing assistance can call a HELPLINE

at 609-989-4809.

Included in this week’s bulletin is an abbreviated biography of our third Archbishop of Newark, Peter Leo Gerety who died this past week. I include this because Archbishop Gerety ultimately was responsible for my involvement in the life of our Catholic Church. As a teenager, opportunities to be involved in my home parish of Sacred Heart, Vailsburg, Newark, increased. Archbishop Gerety followed the call of the second Vatican Council to encourage the Catholic laity to respond to their baptismal call to serve. I will always be grateful to Archbishop Gerety for his role in my life.

~ Fr Andy The Most Reverend Peter Leo Gerety, Archbishop Emeritus of Newark, entered eternal life on Tuesday, September 20, 2016. He was 104, and at the time of his passing he was the oldest Catholic bishop in the world. The retired Archbishop passed while in the care of the Little Sisters of the Poor at St. Joseph’s Home for the Elderly, Totowa, NJ. The Most Reverend John J. Myers, Archbishop of Newark, said: “Today this local Church of Newark mourns a remarkable Churchman, whose love for the people of God was always strong and ever- growing.” “He served as shepherd of this great Archdiocese during a time of spiritual reawakening in the years after the

Second Vatican Council, and a time of deep financial difficulties,” Archbishop Myers continued. “He very carefully led the Church, her people and institutions through those challenges.” Peter Leo Gerety was born on July 19, 1912, in Shelton, CT, the eldest of nine sons of Peter L. and Charlotte Daly Gerety. “My mother and father had a tremendous religious faith, and a tremendously optimistic view of life,” Gerety recalled years later. “They loved life very much. They taught us we could do almost anything.” Second to his parents as an influence in his vocation to the priesthood, Archbishop Gerety often credited the priests of his home parish, St. Joseph’s in Shelton. He praised the pastor, Father Andrew Plunkett, as a “great Churchman and a strong character.” After working for the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the New Jersey Transportation Department, Peter Gerety entered St. Thomas Seminary in Bloomfield, CT and was chosen for study abroad at St. Sulpice Seminary in Issy, France. He was ordained for service in the Archdiocese of Hartford on June 29, 1939 at the Cathedral of Notre Dame, Paris. During some 27 years of service as a priest in the Archdiocese of Hartford Father Gerety devoted considerable effort and energies to the social and spiritual needs of the Black Catholic community in that city. He founded an interracial social and religious center, the St. Martin de Porres Center, which became St. Martin de Porres Parish in 1956 with Fr. Gerety as its first pastor. A champion of the Civil Rights movement in the 1960s, he founded the New Haven chapter of the Urban League and was a member of the Connecticut State Committee on Race and Religion and the National Catholic Conference on Interracial Justice. Blessed Pope Paul VI named him a Prelate of Honor, with the title Monsignor, in 1963. On March 4, 1966, Pope Paul VI appointed Monsignor Gerety Titular Bishop of Crepedula and Coadjutor with the right of succession to Bishop Daniel J. Feeney of Portland, ME. He was ordained to the episcopacy on June 1, 1966. He was named Apostolic Administrator in 1967 and succeeded to the seat of the diocese in 1969 upon the death of Bishop Daniel Feeney.

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During his years as a priest and bishop in New England, Bishop Gerety was active in numerous pro-life and social justice causes, led campaigns to protest against state legislative efforts to legalize abortion, and defended the rights of conscientious objectors during the Vietnam War. In 1974 Pope Paul VI appointed Bishop Gerety Third Archbishop of Newark, succeeding the retiring Most Reverend Thomas Boland. He was installed as Archbishop on June 28, 1974. In his 12 years as Archbishop of Newark, Gerety continued to build and strengthen outreach to Latin American and Black Catholic communities in northern New Jersey. He also sought to strengthen adult faith formation in parishes including, in 1978, the establishment of Renew International, an organization recognized internationally as a premier resource for parish-based spiritual renewal to inspire Catholic men and women to act on their faith through works of charity and justice. Also during his years as shepherd of the local Church of Newark, Archbishop Gerety developed and implemented a physical reconfiguration of the Archdiocese to facilitate improved communications and operations. He also dealt with a major problem of the day – a deteriorating financial picture for the Archdiocese in the 1970s – through collaboration and cooperation with a group of outstanding business leaders. Together, the Archbishop and his group were able to restore financial viability and eliminate millions in debt. Under his stewardship, the Archdiocese of Newark also instituted a formal parish-based Archdiocesan Appeal program to provide long-term annual support of vital parish, social service and school ministries. That Appeal continues in effect today, raising significant amounts of money annually from the parishioners of the Archdiocese to support Catholic Charities initiatives, Catholic education, Youth Ministries, Seminarian education, Campus Ministry, Priest retirement, and other programs. While undertaking his duties as a Bishop in both Portland and Newark, Archbishop Gerety also served on numerous Committees of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops. He was particularly known for his work with the Call to Action Committee, formed at the time of the American Bicentennial celebration in 1976 to address and discuss the needs of the Faith in the country at that time.

After his retirement from active ministry in 1986, Archbishop Emeritus Gerety continued to remain active in the sacramental life of the Church of Newark, officiating at Baptisms, Confirmations and other events that his two successors, Cardinal Theodore McCarrick and Archbishop John Myers, had entrusted to him. Those activities continued for as long as his health allowed. In 1986, in partnership with Immaculate Conception Seminary, Seton Hall University, Archbishop Gerety established The Archbishop Gerety Fund for Ecclesiastical History. This fund seeks to advance studies in ecclesiastical history, especially the history of the Roman Catholic Church in the United States. Among its various activities, the Fund sponsors two lectures annually, at the beginning of the fall and spring terms. It also sponsors annual awards for excellence in the study of the history of the Church for students of Immaculate Conception Seminary School of Theology, as well as awards for monographs on the history of Catholicism in the United States, with special emphasis on the history of Catholicism in New Jersey. Reflecting on Archbishop Gerety’s 77 years of priestly and episcopal ministry, and more than a century of life, his long-time friend and fellow priest, Msgr. Frank Seymour, once wrote: “When he was ordained a bishop in 1966, he chose as his motto: ‘In omnibus Christus’ – ‘In all Things, Christ.’ As he made Christ the center of his life, he wanted to do the same for others by entering the priesthood.” Archbishop Gerety’s eight brothers predeceased him. He is survived by numerous nephews, nieces and their children.