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ST. ISIDORE THE FARMER CHURCH
Saturday
8:00 am
9:00 am
5:00 pm
December 20, 2014
Pio Carli by Mary Lou Carli
Theresa Caterina by Mary Margaret Reuss
Angelina Olivio – Anniversary Remembrance
by Family
Louis D. Rambone – Anniversary
Remembrance by wife, Phyllis & Family
Theresa Caterina by Michael & Colleen Pollock
& Family
Virginia M. Burns by Agnes Law
Camille Gariano by Joe & Annie Leonardo
Sunday
8:00 am
December 21, 2014
Deceased members Doyle & Cipolla Families
9:30 am
11:00 am
6:00 pm(SI)
Angelo Testa – by Alfred & Marie Testa
Louise Bada by Lucille & Dennis Lemons
Viola Horvath by Christ the Good Shepherd Parish
Monday
December 22, 2014
7:00 am
8:00 am
Daphne Forcellini by Amelia & Bill Schenk
Thomas Ambrose- Anniversary Remembrance
9:00 am
by Paul & Sally Ambrose
Sylvia Perotti by Joan Perotti & family
Tuesday
December 23, 2014
7:00 am
Jeff Downey- Anniversary Remembrance
by Marie Doyle
PRO-LIFE ROSE
The Pro- Life Rose is given as a birthday remembrance
Louis D. Rambone
By wife, Phyllis & Family
BLESSED MOTHER ROSE
THE BLESSED MOTHER ROSE IS GIVEN AS AN ANNIVERSARY REMEMBRANCE
ANGELINA OLIVIO
BY FAMILY
SANCTUARY CANDLE
THE SANCTUARY CANDLE IS GIVEN IN MEMORY FOR
RON DERUCHIE & FRED & MARY CASTELLI
BY BARBARA & FAMILY
SACRED HEART CHURCH
THE PRO-LIFE ROSE
NO INTENTION
BLESSED MOTHER ROSE
THE BLESSED MOTHER ROSE IS GIVEN IN MEMORY FOR
PETER KONOPATSKI
BY MARK & VERONICA GLOGAU
SACRED HEART ROSE
THE SACRED HEART ROSE IS GIVEN IN MEMORY FOR
by mom, Anna & Family
8:00 am
Barbara Carli – Happy Birthday
9:00 am
Sal DeFrancisco by Dolly & Charles Smith
by Your Godchild Francine
Wednesday December 24, 2014 – Christmas Eve
7:00 am
8:00 am
9:00 am
5:00 pm (SI)
5:00 pm (SH)
8:00 pm (SH)
Midnight (SI)
Mary Monks by Alice Brignolo & son, Richard
Daniel & Theresa Linardo by Dolly D’Ippolito
Bernadette D. Norton by Peggy Halpin
Anna Merighi by Rita Bertino
Dane Barse by Iacobucci Family
Vincent Camardo by Fanucci Family
Angelo & Elma Bagliani by Barbara & Chris Hyser
Thursday
December 25, 2014 – Christmas Day
9:30 am (SI) Salvatore J. DeFrancisco by Joseph &
Annie Leonardo
11:00 am(SH) Bill Biondi by Rick & Celestine Pollock
Friday
December 26, 2014
7:00 am
8:00 am
Jay W. Reed, Jr- by Charles & Claire Braida
Parishioners
Saturday
8:00 am
9:00 am
December 27, 2014
Theresa Caterina by Annette Lipartito
Stella O’Kane – Birthday Remembrance
5:00 pm
Keith Petrosky – Birthday Remembrance
SOLVE D’IPPOLITO
BY DOLLY D’IPPOLITO
SANCTUARY CANDLE
THE SANCTUARY CANDLE IS GIVEN IN MEMORY OF
ROSALIE GUIDA
BY ROBERT BONATO
PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS
Margaret Bradley, Dennis DeMatte, Jr., Jackie Gross, Francis
Miley, Steve Miley, Gloria Polizzi, Joseph Reed, Catherine Van
Buren, Marie Vi, Mark Volpe, Linda Berghof, Robert Till, Betty
Hollman, Mary Lou Boller, Joseph DiPrimio, Lisa Acilio, Dan
Malec, Darlene Piccola, Helen Jeter, Adele Huryn, George
DiStefano, Angelina DiStefano, Kathy Kelly, Dolly Lucas, Phyllis
Ganci, Richard Fanucci, Jr., Luis Armando Rodriguez, Francis J.
Guaciaro, Josephine T. Schwegel, Angela Schwegel, Carmella
Heineman, Maria Giannascoli, Msgr. Joseph Stoerlein, Joshua
Sterchele, Brenda Webster, Artie Rundstrom, Jr., Jeano Amici,
Edward Costante, Sr., Agatha Law, Michael Corcoran, Marie
Corcoran, Carol Sciore, Donna Beatty, Tiffany Frantz, John
Gallo, Sr., Howard Milanesi, Brien DeMartino, George Deem,
Luis Rodriguez, Salvatore Vernuccio, Donald Tharp, Jr., Richard
Blickos, Jenny Newton, Benny Cicillini, Enza DeSerio
by Fran & Noel Bolinger
by Sonya & Chuck Coant
Joyce Curley by Michael & Terri Pantalione
Theresa Caterina by Irene & Ed Avena
Virginia M. Burns by Anna Louise DiSalvo
Camille M. Gariano by the Rosati Family
Sunday
8:00 am
9:30 am
11:00 am
6:00 pm(SI)
December 28, 2014
Janet Oliva by Agnes Law
Baby Rylee Tugman by M/M Al Tugman
Louis Dalponte by Rick & Celestine Pollock
Theresa Caterina by Marie Low
Rosalie Guida
Marilyn Porcaro
Edwin Giovinazzi
Salvatore Nicastro
Nellie Parastino
CHRISTMAS HOURS AT THE RECTORY
Pastor’s Column
Fourth Sunday of Advent (B)
21 December, 2014
Last week’s Journey to Peace was certainly that.
For the host of workers and actors and helpers,
the cooks the shopkeepers and the many behind
the scenes helpers who made this event happen
with such precision; last weekend’s event was a
journey that inspired all who came- some were
moved- some to the point of tears. We journeyed
to Bethlehem to understand a little better what it
was like when Christ was born. More deeply the
Journey to Peace helped us to consider more
deeply the coming of the Word made Flesh. And
we saw this through the lens of those
parishioners who acted out the scenes that led
us to the stable. The simple message of the
event was to see that the Mystery that draws us
back to the birth of a Child in a stable centuries
ago, that same story unfolds right before our
eyes, indeed, in our own experience. The simple
message is not that Christ was born, but that
Christ IS born, here and low, the Grace that
makes each life a gift because each life is a
journey to Peace itself, the good God who gave
us His own Son that we might have life to the
full. What a wonderful gift to all of us! This
superb presentation was made possible by so
many who worked long and hard to bring this
about.
Anita MacDonald, Director of Faith
Formation spearheaded this monumental effort
with her excellent leadership. Along with her
were those who worked tirelessly to offer a truly
inspirational experience to all who made that
journey:
the
Program
Design
and
Implementation Team, the Knights of Columbus,
special mention to Valerie La Marro and Victoria
Cachaza who designed and painted the sets,
those who worked on set construction and
electrical installation, the Boy Scouts of our own
Troop 36, those who worked on costume design
and creation, our parish chefs and kitchen staff,
Tony Bagliani who made the musical recordings,
our emergency management team and all who
worked the parking lot. Those who served,
those who publicized the event, and of course,
our choirs. THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK
YOU!
Msgr. Burton
The Rectory will have shortened hours during the
Christmas Holidays. The hours are as follows:
December 24th, 25th and 26th - Closed
December 29th, 30th and 31st - 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
NO EVENING HOURS
January 1st and 2nd - Closed
If you have an emergency, please call the Rectory
at 856-691-9077
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2014-2015 CODE BLUE
As the temperatures drop, we are preparing for
the 2014-2015 Code Blue season in Vineland,
November 30 through March 31. This year, the
Warming Center will rotate among three
st
churches: 1st United Methodist, 1 Presbyterian,
and Church of the Resurrection/Trinity. We will
need your help to be able to respond to the
needs of the homeless in our community for
cold-weather shelter and meals. Your donations of needed items
and financial support are appreciated; your willingness to
volunteer will make this community ministry successful. Please
contact Cathy Gardner (856-332-1330) to find out where you can
fit in. Thank you!
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL
St. Vincent de Paul would like to thank you for
your generosity in helping to provide food and
necessities for the less fortunate in the area
during the Thanksgiving and Christmas
Holidays.
Please remember just because the holidays are ending, our
needs at St. Vincent de Paul do not end. We are still in need of
food for our pantry; i.e. jello, spaghetti sauce, pasta, soups,
toiletries, rice, powered milk, and toothpaste. You may leave
items at the Gathering Space at St. Isidore Church or the
Vestibule at Sacred Heart Church.
If you would like any information or need help, please call
856-691-2400 (if you get voice mail, please leave a message and
someone will return your call). God Bless you for your generosity
and support to the community!
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FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
CHRISTMAS SCHEDULE 2014
First Reading: 2 Samuel 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a, 16
MASSES OF CHRISTMAS
CHRISTMAS VIGIL – Wednesday, December 24, 2014
5:00 PM Mass for Families – St. Isidore
5:00 PM Mass for Families – Sacred Heart
8:00 PM Vigil Mass – Sacred Heart
11:30 PM Lessons and Carols – St. Isidore
12:00 Midnight Mass – St. Isidore
King David plans to build a temple to honor God. But God tells
Nathan the Prophet that instead he will give David rest from his
enemies, and ensure that both his house and community will be
protected forever.
Second Reading: Romans 16:25-27
In this letter of Paul to the Romans, he explains that the gospel
reveals the mystery that had been hidden for many ages. Now it
has been made known to all, so that they may believe, obey, and
give glory through Jesus Christ forever.
Gospel: Luke 1:26-38
The Virgin Mary is approached by the angel Gabriel, who tells
her that she has been chosen to bear the Son of God. Mary is
first afraid, yet shows her unquestioning faith when she simply
says, “Let it be done to me as you say.”
December 21, 2014
CHRISTMAS DAY – Thursday, December 25, 2014
9:30 AM – St. Isidore
11:00 AM – Sacred Heart
NO MASS CHRISTMAS NIGHT
NEW YEAR’S DAY, Thursday, January 1, 2015
Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God
9:30 AM – St. Isidore
11:00 AM – Sacred Heart
NO MASS NEW YEAR’S NIGHT
4th Sunday of Advent
Stewards Receive God’s Grace
“Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with you!” – LUKE 1:28
Faith is a gift from God. During this Christmas season take time
in silence and pray to God. Thank Him for all the gifts He has
given you. Stewards try to set aside any anger or resentment
you have and really open your heart to receive the gift of God’s
grace.
Stewardship of Treasure…Your gifts of treasure to the
parish totaled:
December 14, 2014 - 13,642.34
December 8, 2014 – 2853.00
Religious Retirement Fund - $1694.00
QUESTION OF THE WEEK
The angel reassures Mary.
What reassurances does Christmas bring you?
HOST A FAMILY –
WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES
2015 PHILADELPHIA
GET INVOLVED – 2015 WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES
– Many 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.
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REDISCOVER THE LOVE IN YOUR
MARRIAGE
We pray for all our young men and women serving in the
United States military.
Jose (Al) Gonzalez, - Air Force National Guard
Nicholas Gladfelter, Jeffrey Timmick – Army;
Brad Dulowe - Army Reserves;
Matthew A. Coulter - Coast Guard;
John Lawrence Marcucci,Travis L. Homiak – Marines; Jacob
Elias Nunez, Taylor Woodward – Navy
Gabriel Solazzo, - Edward Crowell, Felix Eric Rolon, Dylan
Daniel Fagan - Air Force
The Retrouvaille Marriage Program offers
help for struggling marriages. Tens of thousands of couples have
successfully saved their marriages by attending a Retrouvaille
weekend and the six post sessions that follow it. Retrouvaille is
not just a social gathering or series of seminars, but rather a way
to rediscover and rekindle the loving relationship in your
marriage. The next program begins on the weekend of February
13-15, 2015 at the Family Center in Malvern, PA. For more
information, or to register for our upcoming weekend, visit our
website at: www.HelpOurMarriage.com or call 1-800-470-2230.
All inquiries are kept strictly confidential.
SUPPORT & DEFEND LIFE
Gloucester Catholic High School Bulletin
Announcements, Winter 2014-2015:
1.
Gloucester Catholic Junior-Senior High School
Registration for the 2015-2016 academic school year
is Saturday, February 21, from 9am-12pm. Application
for registration can be completed on the website. Visit
www.gchsrams.org and click on the “Apply Online” link
under “Apply to Gloucester Catholic” on the left-hand
side. Contact Admissions Director Tom Flynn at
[email protected] or (856)-456-4400 ext. 228 with
questions.
2.
Gloucester Catholic invites all prospective
students to its winter “Maroon and Gold Expo” on
st
Saturday, January 31 . View student fine and
performing artwork starting at Noon and grab your
seats for the 1:00 PM tipoff at our boys’ varsity
basketball game.
3.
The Gloucester Catholic Admissions Office
announces their "Ram for a Day" program! Take the
opportunity to experience a day in the life of a
Gloucester Catholic student and feel part of the GC
family. Visit gchsrams.org to see the procedure for
Gloucester Catholic High School's "Ram For A Day".
For more information, contact Tom Flynn in
Admissions
at
[email protected]
or
call
(856)-456-4400, ex 228.
4. Gloucester Catholic Junior Senior High will host the
Eleventh Annual "Ultimate" Basket Auction, A Celebration
of Maroon and Gold, on Thursday, March 19 at The
Washington in Turnersville. Tickets make great Christmas
gifts! Plan on a fun night out with the girls and support a
wonderful cause. Proceeds benefit the GCHS Scholarship
and Tuition Assistance Programs. Tickets are $50 and
include dinner, entertainment by "The Hotsy Totsy Gals",
and the opportunity to win fabulous prizes! Contact Lizann
Ward at [email protected] or call (609) 519-1588.
ST
21 ANNUAL NATIONAL MEMORIAL FOR
THE PREBORN AND THEIR MOTHERS &
FATHERS
The official National Prayer Service will take place
on Thursday, January 22, 2015 in DAR
th
Constitution Hall, 1776 D Street, NW (18 & D
St.), Washington, DC. This is marking the
anniversary of the tragic Roe vs Wade decision and sponsored
by the National Pro-Life Religious Council and other
interdenominational groups. For those who wish, there will be a
Catholic mass at 7:30 am; doors open at 7:00am. Admission is
free, no tickets required.
For more information go to
NationalPrayerService.com
In support of the Right to Life movement the Vineland
Knights of Columbus #2531 will hold a Roast Beef Sub
Sale on January 4, 2015 at St. Isidore’s Church Hall
10-12 (Noon); Sacred Heart Church Hall 11 - 1 PM. Cost
will be $7.00. Pre sales will be available.
PRAY FOR LIFE
Please join us on Sunday January 18, 2015 at the 11 am
Mass at Sacred Heart Church for a Prolife Mass. After the
Mass the Church Bells will Toll 42 times to signify the 42
years since the Roe vs. Wade decision. After Mass we
will pray the Rosary at the Monument to the Unborn which
will be erected in front of the old Rectory on Landis Ave.
This event is sponsored by the Knights of Columbus
#2531.
MARCH FOR LIFE
On Thursday January 22, 2015 a 54 passenger bus will
leave for Washington, DC to support the March for Life.
The Bus will leave Sacred Heart Church at 6:30 AM travel
to Bridgeton and arrive at the Basilica in time for the
11 AM Mass. Those not able to take part in the March are
welcome to remain at the Basilica and pray to end
abortion. The bus will leave the Basilica at 4 PM. The bus
ride is FREE. Bring your own Lunch and Cash for the
Metro ticket to the National Mall for the March. For more
information and to reserve your seat Contact Albert
Karwowski, K of C Program Director at 856-794-3892.
Bishop Schad Regional School
A School you can have “FAITH” in!
856-691-4490
Pre K – 8th Grade
Principal : Dr. Patrice DeMartino
In Math, the 2nd Grade has been adding 2
digit numbers with regrouping. We recently
celebrated “Cowboy Day” along with our
study of pioneers and the Westward
Movement in Social Studies. We had a
great time line dancing and eating trail
mix! Mrs. Glogau is helping the students
prepare for the sacrament of 1st Penance.
To celebrate St. Lucy Day, our own Santa
Lucia treated the faculty to cocoa and
cookies!
new.bsrschool.org
Advancement Director: Mrs. Amy Bencie
“For a child has been born for us, a son given us;
authority rests upon his shoulders…”
God keeps his promises! He amazes us with His
wondrous gifts. He is giving us something more
precious than all of the wonders—He wants to
share his life with us. He gave himself to us as a
small child. This gift has changed everything. He
has opened his heart for us.
On behalf of the students, faculty, staff, and
administration of BSR, I wish you all a very Merry
Christmas, and thank you for the support and
encouragement you have shown us.
- December 23rd – 8:00 Mass / 12:00 Dismissal
- December 24th – January 4th Christmas Break
- January 5th – School re opens
- January 25th – January 31st – National Catholic Schools Week
- 2015-2016 Tuition Assistance Applications Available – All families must re-apply. New families
are also encouraged to apply. Apply online or call the school office for assistance.
Bishop Schad is now accepting Pre K – 8th Grade registration for the 2015-2016
school year. Applications are now available….Space is limited - Call Today! Tuition Transfer
Grants and Tuition Assistance are available. Please call for your personal tour, visit or
shadow day! You can visit our website new.bsrschool.org, like us on facebook, and follow us on
twitter.