St. Michael’s Parish Family St. Michael the Archangel Church Served by: On the corner of Ridge Rd. and Page Ave. Rectory and Parish Office: 624 Page Ave, Lyndhurst, NJ 07071 Sunday Masses: Anticipated Saturday evening at 5:00 PM Sunday at 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:15 AM (in Polish), and 11:30 AM Weekday Masses: 7:00 AM, 8:00AM and Noon Holy Days: Please, see second page for schedule. Sacrament of Reconciliation - Confession: Saturday: 4:00 to 5:00 PM Weekdays: Before Mass Miraculous Medal Novena Mondays at 7:00 PM Sacrament of Baptism Call the rectory for scheduling and preparation. Sacrament of Matrimony Engaged couples should make arrangements at least one year prior to their wedding. Call the rectory to speak to one of the priests for scheduling and preparation. Sacrament of the Sick Urgent calls at any time. Holy Communion and visitation by arrangement. With Song St. Michael’s English Choir and St. Cecilia’s Polish Choir welcome new members. Please, call the rectory. Teaching the Good News Angel Academy: Offering Pre-K 3 & Pre-K 4 Program. CCD on Sunday Mornings: Religious education and Sacramental preparation for Public School Students in grades 1-8. Class begins with Mass at 9:00 AM in Church and ends in the classroom at 11:00 AM. Two years of preparation are required for the Sacraments of First Penance and First Holy Communion, and 8 years for the Sacrament of Confirmation. Rev. Stanley S. Kostrzomb, Pastor Rev. Ireneusz Pierzchala, Parochial Vicar Rev. John Quill, In Residence Rev. George Sharp, Assistant in Residence Deacon Reynaldo Trinidad Gene DeHaven and Michelle Latko, Trustees Michael Mages Business Manager Mary Ann Lesny, Parish Secretary Genevieve Mazur, Director of Liturgical Music Nick Uliano, Co-ordinator of Ushers Roberta Pocius, Director of Angel Academy Gene DeHaven, Director of Religious Ed Telephone Numbers Parish Office: (201) 939-1161 Fax: (201) 939-7571 Angel Academy: (201) 939-0350 Parish Web Site: www.st-michael.org Parish e-mail: [email protected] Rosary Society (English): Meetings take place on the 2nd Monday of each month (except July and August) in the Rectory Meeting Room. New members are welcomed. Holy Name Society: Meetings take place on the 2nd Thursday of each month (except July and August) in the Rectory Meeting Room. New members are welcomed. Śpowiedź: W dni powszednie: przed każdą Mszą Świętą W sobotę: 16tej do 17tej. Chrzty: W każdą niedzielę o 13tej godzinie. Prosimy o zgłoszenie się po informacje do któregoś z księży parafialnych. Sakrament Malżeństwa: Nalży zgłosić się do jednego z księży parafialnych minimum jeden rok przed planowanym terminem ślubu. Nauka Religii: Dla dzieci wszystkich klas szkół publicznych odbywają się w ciągu roku szkolnego w niedzielę od 9tej (Msza Świętą) do 11:15. Przed otrzymaniem Sakramentów: Pierwszej spowiedzi i Komunii Św. uczniowie powinni uczestniczć w dwuletnim programie przygotowawczym. Przygotowanie do Bierzmowania trwa 8 lat. Sakrament Chorych: W sprawie odwiedzin chorych w domu lub w szpitalu proszę dzwonić do Kancelarii Parafialnej. Kancelaria Parafialna Czynna: Od poniedziałku do piątku od 9tej do 19tej. W soboty od 9tej do 13tej. W niedziele Kancelaria nieczynna. Polska Szkoła: Nauka odbywa się w każdy piątek od godziny 17tej do 20tej. Towarzystwo Różańca: Polskie towarzystwo Różańca Świetego spotyka się w każdą ostatnią niedzielę po Mszy. Świętej 10:15. OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST KING OF THE UNIVERSE SATURDAY—NOVEMBER 22—SOBOTA 5:00 † Jean & Joseph Wolczanski SUNDAY– NOVEMBER 23—NIEDZIELA 7:30 Krystyna & Charles Trzepla (Wedding Anniv)Janina Burzynska 9:00 † Janet Warner & Mary Burke—Sisters of Al & Gen Mazur and Family 10:15 † Kazimierz, Otylia & Walenty Dzuiba— Family 11:30 † Anthony Cucco—Love, Wife, Louise MONDAY—NOVEMBER 24—PONIEDZIALEK (St. Andrew Dung-Lac) 7:00 † Andrzej I Betty Dobel—Krystyna & Jan Kornak 8:00 † Alan Ratkowski—Family 12:00 † James Pacente—Ann & Hank Kushwara TUESDAY– NOVEMBER 25—WTOREK (St. Catherine of Alexandria) 7:00 † Georgianna Wisniewski—Friends of P.S. 163 New York 8:00 † Jeanne Aragona 12:00 † Elizabeth & Frank Faziola—Son, Frank, Jean and Family WEDNESDAY—NOVEMBER 26—SRODA 7:00 † Jean Wolczanski (10th Anniv) - Family 8:00 † Theresa Migliaccio—Mare 12:00 † Antonette & John Pogoda and Family, Chester, Frank, Stanley & Kay Napor— Valerie & Edward Pogoda and Family NOVEMBER 23, 2014 THURSDAY—NOVEMBER 27—CZWARTEK (Thanksgiving Day) 7:00 † Ludwika i Jan Bogdanowicz—Krystyna & Jan Kornak 8:00 † Helen O’Donnell (1st Anniv) No 12 Noon Mass and No Adoration FRIDAY—NOVEMBER 28—PIATEK 7:00 † Jerome Foray—Daughter, Helen Konarski & Family 8:00 † James Pacente—Mark, Jayne & Jaymie 12:00 † Michael Wiercinski—Wife, Sophie SATURDAY—NOVEMBER 29—SOBOTA 7:30 † Eleanor & Stephen Dege—Sister-in-law, Jean Wilczynski 5:00 † Helen Brandly—Helen O’Donnell NEXT SUNDAY—NOVEMBER 30—NIEDZIELA (First Sunday of Advent) 7:30 † Theresa Tomney—James Tomney 9:00 † Dennis Taras—Family 10:15 † Wladyslaw Kwapniewski—Marybeth & Richard Kwapniewski 11:30 † Sam Giordano—Daughter, Gerri For the week of November 23rd , the Altar Bread and Sacramental Wine used at the Altar was given in loving memory of Elizabeth & Salvatore Tita from Daughter, Eileen. For the week of November 23rd , the Altar Candles were given in loving memory of Elizabeth & Salvatore Tita from Daughter, Eileen. For the week of November 23rd ,the Tabernacle Candles were given in loving memory of James Pacente from Mark, Jayne and Jaymie. For the week of November 23rd, the Pope John Paull II Votive will burn in loving memory of Taylor Dursun from Family. Let us always remember to pray for others, especially for those who suffer and are in danger. May God protect them and help them. Christ our King and Thanksgiving... Today, the last Sunday of the Church year, we reflect on two things: Jesus Christ as our King and the conclusion of the Year of Faith. We proclaim Christ King of the universe because He is the only way to eternal life -- to salvation. He is a patient, merciful King, giving us more than we need to combat temptations and to cooperate with his help. He is the center of the universe and should be central to our lives. When we accept Him as our Lord and Savior, we have real happiness. This is a happiness that is not relegated only to the afterlife, but it is here and now. As we approach the celebration of Thanksgiving, we realized that there are many problems in the world. There is so much evil perpetrated against people and so much sickness. There are problems and hardships also for many of us. Yet, we recall that the Thanksgiving holiday is a reminder for us to see the blessings that we have and to be thankful. Hopefully, we find time everyday to tell God how much we appreciate what He has done for us. In spite of pain, heartache and worry, we know that He does care for us and wants us to be happy now and forever. Knowing the Eucharist means thanksgiving, we thank Him for this greatest of all the Sacraments and the other Sacraments. His Sacrifice, his forgiveness and his word are among other gifts for which we are grateful. A natural response to receiving from God is for us to give to others. It is so good to see the outpouring of gifts for the less fortunate at this time of year in spite of the poor economy. May God reward you. May we continue this spirit of giving throughout the weeks and months ahead. In behalf of Fr. Irek, Fr. George and Fr. John, I wish you a very HAPPY THANKSGIVING. I pray that God bless you with good health and all that you need. Fr. Stanley Stewardship of Treasure Last November we made commitments of giving. Parishioners pledged to give a certain amount of their treasure each week in thanks to God for what He has given to them. This weekend is our Treasure Commitment Sunday, and each of us will have the opportunity to make new commitments of giving each week. Like last year, these commitments will be personal: only between God and you. BETHLEHEM HANDICRAFTS From Bethlehem, the birthplace of Our Lord, Christian Artisans seek your love and support through obtaining their hand-made Olive wood Products. These religious articles will be displayed and available in our church this weekend after all Masses. Your support can and will make a difference in the lives of our brothers and sisters in Christ in Bethlehem. THANKSGIVING One act of thanksgiving, when things go wrong with us, is worth a thousand thanks when things are agreeable to our inclinations. —Saint John of Ávila The collections taken up on last weekend were: 1st Collection: $4,769.00 2nd Collection taken up for Black & Indian Catholic Relief Services totaled: $1,569.00 Please , pray for those who are sick, especially: Claire Jasinski Sakura Ibarrola Karen Kirschenman Sophie Wiercinski John Caracciola Karen Rubin Louis Bottone Sr. Richard Fontana Charles Fersch Bill McGill Valerie Pogoda Ed Pogoda Joan Morreale Edward J. Flanagan, Sr. Jasmine Dursun Pat Killeen Sharon Strickland Denise Ayers Carmine Morreale Lorraine Slaby Eleanor Hale Josephine Toczylowski Frank Ruff, Jr. Paul T. Komisar, Jr. Alma Compel Cynthia Hower Josephine Bednarz John Poturaj Alice Przybylski Angelina Edelman Donna Zwolinski Victor Luiz Arena Jean Wilczynski Rosina Calamusa Joseph Reilly Vito Petrone Jenna Cruz Judy Gagel Susan Goodwin Joseph Pietrucha Barbara Mazzerell Robert Reilly Louis R. Caracciola Caridad Diaz Baby Ryan Joseph Lomuscio Ralph Rossano Anna K. Charine Sherry Stanley C. Dembowski Marie Thomas Lorraine Tartell Please note that it is necessary to call the rectory every two weeks if you want a name in the bulletin for Prayer for the Sick. We cannot accept requests that a name be on the list for more than two weekly bulletins at a time. If you want a name on this list, you must call the rectory or drop off a note with the name before the bulletin goes to print. Bulletin goes to print on Tuesdays. Thanksgiving Baskets Baskets for Thanksgiving will be distributed this week. We would like to dedicate this section of our bulletin for any immediate family members of parishioners who are currently active in the Military. If you would like a family member included on our “Service Prayer List”, please call the Rectory. SERVICE PRAYER LIST Franklin Chapman Laura and Brian Falk Christopher Ruff Anthony Avella David Pickard David Dillon Michael DiGesu Joseph Campolattaro Ryan Lee Thomas D. D’Alessio Robert Tagliabue Anthony Tagliabue Chad Brown Alexandra Karwoski Divine Mercy Novena The Divine Mercy Novena will be take place each Thursday during the last hour of Adoration. It will begin at 7:00 PM and conclude with Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. Please, participate in this powerful devotion. This is the time of mercy! Beginning December 4th. St. Michael’s Youth Group Thursday, December 4th —Grades 9-12 Meet at the School from 7pm—8:30pm All are welcome!! Bring a friend!!! To watch online & for complete schedule of services & Intentions, visit www.MiraculousMedal.org Follow us on Facebook @ Mary’s Miraculous Medal Family Angel Academy Christmas Wreaths & Grave Blankets Monday thru Saturday—6:30am—rosary is recited .Monday, November 24 Miraculous Medal Novena takes place every Monday evening at 7:00pm. . Thursday, November 27 There will be NO Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament today. There will be NO Youth Group taking place today. Friday, November 28 AA meeting at 7:30pm in the Lower Church Hall. Sunday, November 30 NO CCD classes today. They will resume next Sunday, December 7th. Teddy Bear Sunday December 6-7 The North Arlington Woman’s Club is sponsoring “Teddy Bear Sunday” the weekend of December 6-7. The tree is decorated with ornaments and you are welcome to take one as a token of your generosity, and replace it with a brand new teddy bear. Bears will be collected and given to children who are victims of domestic violence and underprivileged children in the area. A little child will have a teddy bear to hug, who may not receive a present at all this Christmas. Thank you and may God Bless You and bring you all the joys of the Christmas Season. The tree will be on the Blessed Mother’s side of the Altar. If you would like to purchase a flower for your loved one to adorn our Altar, please fill out your info below with what amount that you would like and send to the rectory or place it in the collection basket. $15.00____ $20.00____ $25.00_____ Given by____________________________________ In Memory of________________________________ ___________________________________________ Angel Academy will be selling Christmas Wreaths and Grave Blankets before/after all masses on November 29th and 30th as well as December 6th and 7th. Wreaths—$20.00 Small Blanket—$15.00 Large Blanket—$25.00 If you have any questions, please contact Karen Herman at 201-892-8490 or email at [email protected] If paying by check, please make payable to: St. Michael’s Angel Academy. Giving Tree The Parish Giving Tree will be ready next weekend, November 29/30. If you take a gift tag please place your gift, with the tag attached, under the tree by December 13/14. This year our Giving Tree will benefit Bergen Regional Medical Center in Paramus, injured veterans helped by the Lyndhurst American Legion Post, the Center for Hope & Safety (formerly known as Shelter Our Sisters) and St. Joseph’s Nursing Home in Totowa. Bergen Regional Medical Center has a long term care facility with permanent residents; the gift request are for these long-term residents. Gift tags for veterans contain specific wishes for each veteran. All tags for veterans are marked “VET” in red. St. Joseph’s Home is run by the Little Sisters of the Poor and provides assisted living arrangements, as well as, acute care to residents in a comfortable, home-like environment. The Center for Hope & Safety provides a safe place for victims of domestic violence, as well as, job training for a more secure future. The tag should be securely attached to the outside of the gift and instructions to wrap or not will be on each tag. COVER SHEET CHURCH NAME: St. Michael the Archangel BULLETIN NUMBER: 911048.b23 Date of Publication: November 23, 2014 Number of Pages Transmitted: Cover + 4 text pages + this page = 6 Special Instructions I am also sending an insert for this week’s bulletin