THE PARISH COMMUNITY OF
ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST
69 Valley St., Hillsdale, NJ 07642
Website: http://www.stjohnhillsdale.com
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PASTORAL STAFF
CELEBRATION OF THE EUCHARIST
Rev. John J. Korbelak, Pastor
Rev. Jerzy Pikulinski (George)
Deacon Albert Ganter, RCIA
Deacon Jack Gray, Baptism & Human Concerns
Catherine A. Wollyung, Faith Formation
Sr. Mary McFarland, O.P., Homebound & Seniors
Roberto Sabastiani, Director of Music Ministry
Margaret Manley, Confirmation Program
Assisting Clergy
Rev. Thomas J. Norton, Weekend Assistant
Rev. Msgr. Philip D. Morris, Pastor Emeritus
The Lord’s Day
RECTORY/ADMINISTRATION:
201-664-3131
Jennifer Cannon, Business Administrator/Stewardship
Naomi Kavanah, Parish Secretary
Glen Ford, Superintendent of Building Maintenance
Art Dalle Molle, Theresa Henry, Trustees
Brenda Laux, Pastoral Council Chair
James Farrell, Finance Council Chairman
Mark Henni, Ed Addvensky, Stewardship Council Chairmen
Edna Lord, “The Spirit” Newsletter Editor
PARISH CENTER: One Valley Street 201-666-2707
Offices of Faith Formation Ministries
Catherine Wollyung, Director
Kathleen Breitenbach, Registrar
Debra DiPiazza, Program Asst.
Thomas Merton Spiritual Direction Center
Mary Musella, Catherine Wollyung, Sr. Gail DeMaria
ST. JOHN’S ACADEMY: 460 Hillsdale Ave. 201-664-6364
Elizabeth Viola, M.A.., Principal
Connie Nunez, Secretary
Saturday: 5:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM
Weekday Masses
Monday and Saturday: 8:00 AM
Tuesday - Friday: 8:00 AM & 12:00 PM
BAPTISMS: Baptism of Infants is normally celebrated on
Sundays at 1:30 PM eleven months of the year. For arrangements and information about Baptismal Preparation of Infants,
please contact Deacon Jack Gray 201-664-3131 ext. 128; for
older children and adults, please contact Cathy Wollyung at
201-666-2707 ext.217.
RECONCILIATION: This sacrament of Christ’s forgiveness is celebrated Saturdays 4:00 - 4:45 PM, and at Interparochial Communal Services during Advent and Lent.
MATRIMONY: Couples are urged to begin preparation for
marriage immediately after the engagement, but not less than
one year previous to the wedding date. Phone the Parish Office at 664-3131 to begin preparation.
MINISTRY TO THE SICK: In case of severe illness contact
the Parish Office for a priest to visit for the Sacrament of
Anointing. Contact Sr. Mary McFarland at 666-2707 ext. 215
to arrange home visitation and communion for those who cannot attend Sunday liturgy. Those anticipating hospitalization
for surgery, contact one of the priests for Sacrament of
Anointing. Otherwise, contact the Pastoral Care Office at any
of our area hospitals for anointing and communion.
PARISH REGISTRATION: We invite all new parishioners
to register at the Parish Office and to introduce themselves to
our parish priests after Mass or at the Parish Office. A Welcome Ministry contact will follow.
The Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
February 1, 2015
From the Pastor’s
REGULAR
Desk
SCHEDULE of MASSES
on Sunday
“ The people were astonished at his teaching, for he
taught them as one having
authority and not as the
scribes.”
Many people may not realize it,
but the scribes were merely
commentators on the scriptures. They were not
priests of the Temple, they were more inquirers into
the meaning and interpretation of the scriptures and
more often the laws of the Jewish people. Their opinions were argued and different from one another.
What they taught was open to debate.
Into such an arena of argumentation steps Jesus who
has no qualms about telling the people what the scriptures mean. As they say, “He speaks with authority…”
which flows from his relationship with the Father.
Our Catholic community is blessed that Jesus took the
precaution to avoid the same stumbling block the ancient Jews had. He established a teaching authority in
the Church and reminded everyone that the Spirit of
God flowed through all of them and that they should
seek, through prayer and counsel with one another,
what God willed them to do. We see that practiced
today in the Church Councils and the direction of the
Pope and bishops, as well as the consultation with lay
representatives.
Discerning the paths a large community must take is no
easy deliberation. We seek the inspiration of the Holy
Spirit and the cooperation of people of good will to
express in our relationships the fraternity of all humankind. If we seek to speak with authority, the counsel of
many needs to be sought.
8am, 10am and 12pm
Saturday, January 31
5pm
John Gleeson
req. Dot & George Molta
Sunday, February 1
8am
req.
Gloria Sims
10am John Gleeson
Emelene Burden
req.
The DePinto Family
12pm Richard Schnabl
req.
Dr. & Mrs. Claude Macaluso
Monday, February 2
8am
Tina Vinci
req.
Edna Lord
Tuesday, February 3
8am
Laurajean Suessman-Holland
12pm Regina Siouffi
req.
req. Robert Delehanty
The Syslo Family
Wednesday, February 4
8am
Frank O’Shea
req.
The O’Shea Family
12pm
Thomas J. Barry
req.
Lawrence & Mary Campbell
Thursday,
8am
David Lehmbeck
12pm Maureen Fay
February 5
req. James & Joan Sommer
req. Patty & Kristen Roettger
Friday,
8am
George Jablonski
12pm
Michael Forenza
February 6
req. Nancy Schrempp
req.
The Syslo Family
Saturday, February 7
8am
T.S. Varughese
req. The Ocampo Family
5pm
Edward Green
req.
8am
Tina Vinci
10am
Maureen & James Brannigan
12pm
Anita Duffy
Jane Green
SPECIAL REMEMBRANCES
Sunday, February 8
The Bread & Wine is being
Donated in memory of
Nick Festa at the request of
Kate, Mark & Christina Festa
req.
req.
Marie & Jim Rocco
req. Agnes Reilly
Barbara & Joe Manis
Those who have pre-arranged an intention for a Mass are invited to
present the gifts of bread and wine during that celebration.
On the Lord’s Day and Holy Days please inform the usher.
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STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE
Liturgy Corner
The Work of Christ at St. John’s is supported
by Parishioners who have Embraced the
Biblical Ideals of Stewardship Tithing
MINISTERS ASSIGNED FOR Feb. 7 & 8
Saturday 5:00 PM Fr. Tom Norton
Lectors: F. Sembiante / K. Ralph
LAST WEEKEND’S
Eucharistic Ministers: M. Elbert / E. Lord / P. Jackson / D. Carlson /
STEWARDSHIP COLLECTION
S. Huvane / K. Mueller / H. LoGalbo / D. Molta / J. Carvelli
The sacrificial giving of our parishioners on the weekend of January 24 and 25 was $15,771. This includes
$2,542 contributed via Faith Direct by 103 parishioners, and $12,843 in envelopes and/or checks from 387
parishioners. The average of these donations was
$31.40. The collection also included $386 in cash.
Altar Servers: V. Vivas / J. Sabino / A. Cahill
Sunday 8:00 AM Fr. Tom Norton
Lectors:
M. O’Connor / P. Krey
Eucharistic Ministers: J & C. Domville / J. Weisman / K. Gibney /
J. Mayo / G. Weigel / J. Henni / M. Henni/ D. Danaher
Altar Server: J. Ryan / M. Henni / J. Henni
Sunday 10:00 AM
Our stewardship commitment to support the work of
the parish and its ministries, shows our appreciation to
God for the gifts we have been provided, and our willingness to share those gifts.
Fr. Jerzy Pikulinski
Lectors: F. Pizzella
Eucharistic Ministers: R. & J. Saoud / S. Streeter / D. Lawlor / R. Sandt
R. Personette / E. Lauria / V. Ross / K. Breitenbach / G. Beatty
Altar Servers: A. Mann / C. Maurer / A. Bazzanella
Sunday 12:00 PM
Fr John Korbelak
Lectors: O. Carbonara / B. Manis
The service provided to our parish by Faith Direct ensures that all the participants weekly and holiday contributions are made regardless of the weather or vacations. For more information, please see below, or contact Jennifer in the Rectory Office.
Eucharistic Ministers: R. O’Shea / L. Rack / W. Filon / G. Carty /
J. Conway / E. Metrione / M. Beck
Altar Servers: J. & A. Castellanos / J. Della Pesca
IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO SERVE, PLEASE FIND A SUBSTITUTE.
FAITH DIRECT
Parishioners may contribute to weekly parish stewardship collections through credit card or automatic payHoly Hour
ment from their checking account. Faith Direct accepts Discover, Visa, MasterCard and American ExThe next Hour of Adoration sponsored by the Holy Name
press.
and Rosary Societies will take place on Thursday, Feb. 12th
at 7:30 pm in the Church. The Holy Hour consists of quiet
We invite you to consider using this convenient ser- meditation, Scripture readings, songs and Benediction.
vice. You can sign up on-line at www.faithdirect.net Come spend some quality time with Jesus in the Blessed
(please use church code NJ48) or call 1-866-507-8757. Sacrament.
Thank you for your continued stewardship support of
All are welcome
our parish.
Thank You
The Smith School in Hillsdale, will be selling
50/50 raffle after the 5pm Mass and 10:00 am
Mass this weekend. All proceeds will benefit
the school and will help support the purchases
of needed school supplies, equipment and
various educational programs. The drawing will take place
on Friday, Feb. 6th. Winner need not be present. The cost
is $5.00 a ticket or $25 for a booklet.
Thank you for advertising in our
Church bulletin.
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Please Remember in Your Prayers
ST. JOHN’S
ACADEMY NEWS
In love and kindness, please pray for:
DECEASED: Mary Nolte, Mary Solimando,
Jean Kaphammer, Fr. Robert Jacunski,
Fr. Thomas McLaughlin, Fr. Robert O’Leary
Fr. John McGovern, Kevin Tinsley
SICK:
Robert Ettore, John Kuttiyara, Bill Ellis, Mel
Conover, Andrew Goodell, Eileen Smyth, Liam Fanning, Eileen Sparano, Carmen Lopez, Donna & Phil
Gianfredi, Paul Kearns, Joan Scherrer,
Zachary Latteri, Lisa Branch, Josephine Dombrowski, Bruno DeMayo, Peter Grower, Sal Castoria, Jack O’Shea, Jack
O’Hara, Danielle Newkirk, Luca Di Lorenzo, George
Foley, Christopher Marra, Lubomyr Dumanovsky, Ruta
Fiorino, Dominic Guadagno, Louise Arigot, Lynne Bennette, Helen Tursky, Millie Giordano, Stephanie Roche,
Anne O’Brien, Jay Sasfai, Alice & Peter Freidrich, John
Drozdik Jr., Keith Durie, Ed Vanderhoff, Misty Carrico,
Kathleen Sova, John Folker, Sharon Friedrich, Mary
Bryne, Carol Weaver, Bill Richardot, Felix Brady, Joe
O’Keefe, Samantha Salterelli, Eladio Lopez, Shannon
Callagy, Barbara & Marge Sikora, Cole Haynes, Erickson
Mino, Mary Musella, Albert Vaccari, Regina Winsick, Anthony D’Amico, Richard McAllister, Pat La France, Beth
Wajps, Joseph Locashio, Tom McHugh, Marianne
Stubbs, Diane Feuerbach Lipari, Natalie Rodriguez, Jeffrey Alboum, Peter & Eileen Wynne, Pauline Olds
The SJA annual Tricky Tray will
be held on March 25th at the
Rockleigh Country Club. For
ticket information please contact Carol Roberts at
201-741-5990 or [email protected].
To donate a prize or sponsor the
event, please contact event
Co Chairs,
Regina Ewers at 646-321-5707/
[email protected] or
SOCIAL JUSTICE CORNER
St. Josephine Bakhita
St. Josephine is the patron saint of Victims and Survivors of
Human Trafficking, having been kidnapped by slavetraffickers in Sudan when she was nine years old. She was
later brought to freedom through the help of the Canossian
Daughters of Charity. She lived in religious consecration
and in service to others, especially the most lowly and helpless. This saint, who lived at the turn of the 20th century, is
even today an exemplary witness of hope for the many victims of slavery. The Vatican announced that the Pontifical
Council for Migrants has designated St. Josephine’s Feast
Day of February 8, as the International Day of Prayer and
Awareness Against Human Trafficking. Advocate for policies that address the causes of modern day slavery, protect
survivors of human trafficking and seek justice for the victims. For current action alerts visit.
Brenda Laux at 201-263-0373 /
[email protected]
HOW TO REPORT ABUSE
The Archdiocese takes very seriously any and all
allegations
of sexual misconduct by members of the clergy, Religious and
lay staff of the Archdiocese. We encourage anyone with knowledge of an act of sexual misconduct to inform us immediately so
that we may take appropriate action to protect others and provide support to victims of sexual abuse.
Individuals who wish to report an allegation of sexual misconduct
may do so by calling the Archdiocesan Office of Child and Youth
Protection at : 201 407-3256
www.ConfrontGlobalProverty. org
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HELPING HAND FOOD PANTRY
Monday, February 2, 2015 5:30—7:00 PM
PANTRY STAFFING
Amanda Lupo, Coordinator
FEBRUARY 2015
SORT/RESTOCK
Cozy Corner Knitting Group: meets every Wed. from
9:30am to 11:00am in the Parish Center, Seton Room.
Susan Gleeson, Patricia Oliver, Arlene Speranza,
Catherine Williamson
SATURDAY, FEB. 7, 2015 9:00– 10:30 AM
John Carvelli, Chrinstine Capizzi, Nonie Clohessy,
Karen O’Reilly, Elise Schneider
ITEMS NEEDED
All Canned Vegetables, Meats, Fish, Fruits and Juices. Staples/Boxed
Foods: coffee, tea, potatoes, milk, vegetable oil, rice, sugar, flour,
cocoa, pancake mix, cake & muffin mixes, brownie mix, pudding & Jello
mixes, stove top stuffing, chicken broth, gravy peanut butter, hot &
cold cereals. Condiments: Ketchup, mayonnaise, mustard,
jam, jelly, maple syrup, black olives, mushrooms. School snacks:
cookies, crackers. Personal: hand soap; shampoo & conditioner, deodorant, toothpaste, toilet paper, paper towels.
Career Resource Ministry: will meet the 2nd Wed. of the
month at 7:30pm in the Parish Center.
Social Justice Ministry: Will meet on Wed. Feb. 18th at
7:30pm in the Parish Center.
Caregivers Support Group: will meet on Sunday Feb. 15th
at 1:30pm in the Parish Center.
Respect Life Ministry—will meet on Thurs. Feb. 5th at
9:00am in the Parish Center.
Our Lady’s Prayer Group-will meet on Wed. Feb. 11 &
25th at 7:30pm in the Parish Center.
Ministry to Homebound & Sick—will meet on Mon.
Feb. 2 at 9:30am in the parish center.
CAREER RESOURCE MINISTRY
Supermarket gift cards also welcome!
Helping Hand Food Pantry,
A network group that supports those in job search. An uplifting
network meeting to exchange ideas and business cards.
We meet the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7:30 pm in the Parish
Center. Come and bring a friend!
2015
Women’s Commission Day
of Reflection
ROSARY SOCIETY
The Women’s commission Day of Reflection will take place on
Rosary Sunday is February 1.
Saturday, March 7, 2015 at Seton Hall University.
We will meet at the 8:00am Mass. Recitation of the Rosary
This year’s theme is “Behold Your Mother..” The English
will follow in Mary’s Chapel after Mass in honor of
tract will feature keynote speaker Immaculee Ilibagiza. She will
share her inspirational story of Faith, Hope and Forgiveness.
Our Blessed Mother and to pray for Peace.
There will also be a special presentation by LIFENET. The Spanish track will feature keynote speaker Mother Adela Galindo,
SCTJM, with a special presentation by Sidelis Rosario, Bonds of
CAREGIVER’S SUPPORT GROUP
Marian Love and Rio Poderoso Band. The day begins at 8:00am
with registration and ends at 4:30 pm with Mass.
This group is to provide the caregiver with emotional support,
resources and an opportunity for socialization in an atmosRegistration is $25 for adults, $15 for college students (18-22)
phere of confidentially. The participants share prayers, feeland $20 for senior citizens (65+) Priest & Religious are free.
ings and experiences while providing respite for themselves
and others.
The group meets every six weeks on Sunday afternoon at
1:30pm at the parish center.
www.rcan.org/womcom or call (973) 497-4545
Includes continental breakfast and lunch
For information/questions contact :
Edna Lord 201– 666-9642
Contacts: Joan DeRosa 201 664-2682
Jean McGoldrick 201 666-1422
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St. John the Baptist
2015-2016 Summer Faith Formation
2015 Catholic Men’s Conference
(CCD) Registration
Archdiocese of Newark
The Catholic Men’s Conference will take place on Saturday,
March 14, 2015 at Seton Hall University. This year’s theme is
“Be Not Afraid: He is With Us! Speakers for the English track
will be Thomas Peterson, Tim Staples and Damon
Owens. Spanish track speakers will be Rev. David Vargas,
Sergio Valverde and Mr. Roberto Ramirez. We will also
feature our Young Adult track for the second year in a row.
The day begins with registration at 8:00 am and ends at 4:00 pm.
Registration is $25 for adults, $15 for college students (18-22)
and $20 for senior citizen (65+). Priest & Religious are free.
www.rcanmenscommission.org. 973 497-4545
For information/questions contact Joe Bisi (201) 666-4185 or
Registration for the 2015-2016 Summer Program will begin in
February for children entering Kindergarten through 8th grade
in the fall. To obtain registration forms for the Summer Program one parent MUST attend One of 3 meetings
listed below that will be held in the parish center.
Please contact Kathy Breitenbach, Registrar at 201 666-2707
ext. 211 or [email protected] by Sunday,
February 1 and specify which meeting you will be attending.
Tuesday, February 3rd at 7:30pm
Sunday, February 8th at 1:15pm (following the noon Mass)
Monday, February 9th at 7:30pm
Jim Abrams (201) 664-1005
Women’s Cornerstone
One Day Retreat
Join the Women’s Cornerstone One Day Retreat on Saturday,
February 28, 2015. Treat yourself to this special opportunity to
strengthen your faith, come closer to Christ, and experience the
warmth of Christian Community within the comfort of St.
John’s Cornerstone.
Brochures for the Cornerstone retreat are available at the
church entrances or contact:
Janis Mayo at [email protected] or Lucrezia Rack at
Summer Dates are June 24, 25, 26, 29, 30 and July 1, 2.
Plus 4 additional Seasonal/Liturgical classes dates to be determined.
No registration forms for the summer program will be
available in ANY OTHER WAY. This includes catechist
and aides. No one will be given anyone else’s forms. There will be
no exceptions. You must be a registered parishioner for a minimum
of one year to be eligible to register your child for the summer program.
Registration forms for the Sunday Weekly and Family Faith@Home
programs will be mailed in March to parents who are currently enrolled in this year’s programs.
[email protected]
MEN’S CORNERSTONE
WEEKEND RETREAT
Save the date and join the Men’s Cornerstone Weekend Retreat beginning on Friday evening, March 20th and ending Saturday evening, March 21. Take some time off from your busy
schedule to refresh, recharge, and renew your faith as men of
the parish come together to grow in knowledge and love of
God.
Watch the bulletin for further information or contact:
Ed Addvensky at: [email protected] or Denis Cainero at
[email protected]
Children’s Sunday Liturgies
New to Children’s Faith Formation (CCD) please contact Kathy
Breitenbach, Registrar or Cathy Wollyung, Pastoral Associate at
[email protected] for registration information.
Feast Day of Our Lady of Lourdes
The Martha & Mary Ministry invites all women and high
school girls to join in the celebration of the Feast of Our
Lady of Lourdes on Wednesday, February 11 at 7:30 pm
to 8:30 pm in the parish center. It will be an evening of
faith, fellowship and chocolate treats! Attendance at the
celebration will be credited toward Adult Faith Formation.
The next date is: Feb. 8 at 10:00am. On Palm SunFor further information contact Kathy Breitenbach at
day we want the children to participate in the
[email protected] or Mary Ellen Breen
opening procession.
at [email protected]
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St. John the Baptist Church
Hillsdale, NJ
201-664-3131
Naomi Kavanah
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