Church Bulletin Week of May 18, 2008
Trinity Sunday
Church Bulletin Week of May 18, 2008
Trinity Sunday
Welcome to Immaculate Conception Parish
The faith community of Immaculate Conception welcomes all visitors, parishioners, family and friends. We hope you find your visit warm and inviting as well as spiritually nourishing. We will keep all of you in our prayers and wish you God's Blessings.
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Mission Statement of Immaculate Conception Parish
We, the faith community of Immaculate Conception Church of Franklin, New Jersey, under the safety of and with special devotion to Our Mother Mary, and empowered by our Baptism, commit ourselves to live the gospel message. Guided by the Holy Spirit we strive to share our gifts, our love and our faith to make the presence of God a reality in our lives and in our community by:
+Faithfully celebrating the sacraments
+Working for peace and justice
+Serving all who are in need
+Sharing the faith with our children
+Reaching out to all and welcoming all
Thus fostering an ever-increasing circle of faith in God, hope of eternal salvation and love and respect of all of God's creations.
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Parish Ministries Contact List:
Coordinator of Ministries: Deacon Jerome Schenker 973-702-1014
Grief Support -Charlene Castello 973-827-9575 / Nadine Allen 973-827-9575
Religious Education- Nadine Allen 973-827-9501
Eucharistic Ministers- Christine Muller 973-827-9575
Lectors - Charlotte Vnuk 973-827-6277
Music Director -Rosanne Huttman 973-827-9575
Altar Servers - Barbara Morano 973-209-8121
Ushers -Henry Zarzycki 973-827-3228
Outreach Ministry -Janice Fitzsimmons 973-827-9575 (Health, Transportation, Homebound, Prayer Shawl)
Hospitality - Marianne Cammarano 973-827-9575
Children's Liturgy - Cynthia Hanenberg 973-827-9575
Liturgy Committee - Eileen and Mike Morgan 973-827-9606
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TODAY'S READINGS
First Reading — The Lord, merciful and gracious, rich in kindness and faithfulness (Exodus 34:4b-6, 8-9).
Psalm — Glory and praise for ever! (Daniel 3).
Second Reading — Brothers and sisters, rejoice. Live with one another in peace, and the God of peace will be with you (2 Corinthians 13:11-13).
Gospel — God did not send the Son to condemn the world, but to give it abundant life (John 3:16-18).
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Holy Father's Prayer Intentions for May
General: That Christians may use literature, art and the media to greater advantage to favor a culture which defends and promotes the values of the human person.
Mission: That just as she accompanied the Apostles in the early stages of the Church, may the Blessed Virgin Mary, Star of Evangelization and Queen of Apostles, continue to guide missionaries throughout the world with maternal affection.
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Next Sunday's Corpus Christie Schedule
1:00: Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
1:00-3:00: Adoration
3:00: Procession and Benediction
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This Sunday is Trinity Sunday
The first Sunday after Pentecost is The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity. The doctrine of the Trinity is central to Christian faith. It, like other articles in the Creed, is a dogma, a core church teaching; no Christian doctrine is more central than that of the Blessed Trinity. The closing words of Matthew's gospel strongly attest to the Blessed Trinity. Before ascending to heaven, Jesus said; “Go, therefore, make disciples of all nations; baptize them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit” (Mt 28:19) Belief in the Trinity finds its roots in the first Christians' experience of Jesus. Guided by the Holy Spirit they discovered in his life, death, and resurrection the mystery of one God who exists in a relationship of three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. St. Paul shared this early belief when he ended a letter to the Corinthians with the following blessing:
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The Grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God and the fellowship of the Hoy Spirit be with you all. (2 Cor 134:13)
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Weekly Collections:
Thank you for your support and generosity.
Last Sunday's Collection: $4,494.00
Holy Father-Peter Pence: $1,381.00
Rice Bowl: $ 969.88
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Baptism
This weekend we welcome into our parish family, through the sacrament of Baptism:
Tyler James Haberstroh, son of Kimberly and James
May the Lord bless you, guide you and keep you in His loving care.
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Corpus Christie Sunday - May 25th
Corpus Christi (Body and Blood of Christ) is the solemn commemoration of the institution of that sacrament. It is the church's official act of homage and gratitude to Christ, who in instituting the Holy Eucharist gave to the Church her greatest treasure.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
1:00 Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
1-3:00 Adoration
3:00 Procession and Benediction
The Eucharist is the sum and summary of our faith; “Our way of thinking is attuned to the Eucharist, and the Eucharist in turn confirms our way of thinking.” CCC1327
All Parishioners are invited and encouraged to attend Adoration at any time between 1-3pm. “Let us be generous with our time in going to meet him in adoration...May our adoration never cease.” Pope John Paul II
All those involved in Ministry to the Church are encouraged to participate in the Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. To insure coverage during the hours of Adoration we are asking each Liturgical Group to participate during your assigned time.
1:00-1:15 Children's Liturgists
1:15-1:30 Ushers
1:30-1:45 Choir
1:45-2:00 Lectors
2:00-2:15 CCD Teachers
2:15-2:30 Eucharistic Ministers
2:30-2:45 Marriage Ministry
2:45-3:00 Altar Servers and their Parents
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SOUPer SUNDAY FOOD PANTRY DONATIONS
The last Sunday of each month is SOUPer Sunday at Immaculate Conception Parish. Our next collection will be next weekend. Thank you for your continued support and generosity! It makes a difference!
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Franklin Senior Center
Are you tired of the same routine? Need a change of pace?
GOOD TIMES, GOOD FOOD, GOOD FRIENDS
The Lunch Bunch Senior (60+)Activity Center in Franklin offers a hot lunch and fun activity. Transportation can be arranged by the Sussex Country Transit System at 973-579-0480, M-F. Reservations should be made a day ahead by 11am. Call 973-827-2973. Suggested donation of $2 for lunch and the daily activity.
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Sussex County Division of Senior Services
Sussex County Division of Senior Services supports a variety of programs and services. They provide information, referral and assistance with the goal of enabling seniors to remain independent in their homes and communities for as long as possible. Some of the many programs that seniors are often not aware of include pharmaceutical assistance, home maintenance and utility assistance, tax freeze programs and NJ Transit discounts...among others. For more information call: 973-579-0555.
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Homebound Ministry
We are updating our Homebound census, please let us know if you or a member of your family is temporarily or permanently homebound and would like to receive Communion and/or a visit from a Homebound Minister.
Eucharistic Ministers interested in visiting the Homebound are asked to call the office. We welcome your participation in this most worthy Ministry.
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May Crowing
On Friday, May 23 at 7:30pm, the Paterson Diocese will honor the Mother of God at the Annual May Crowning at St. Peter the Apostle Parish, Parsippany. A bus will be leaving the ICC parking lot at 6PM. All are most welcome.
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History of the Anointing of the Sick
During Jesus' public ministry, he told his disciples to do as he did in caring for the sick. Away from Jesus for the first time in their mission to neighboring towns and villages, they met sick people. The disciples used signs to show they prayed for healing. A sign used in prayers for healing was in placing one's hands over the sick person. Olive oil was important in the culture not just as a food item but as well for its medicinal value. So the disciples combined the two. They placed their hands over sick persons and anointed them with olive oil, and discovered that they shared Jesus' gift of healing. (Luke 10) This continued after Jesus' resurrection. The early Christian Church prayed for its sick members. Oil was blessed by the elders and used in prayers for healing.
Please join us today, Sunday May 18th, at the 12:00 Mass as we celebrate, together, a Healing Mass for the Anointing of the Sick. All are welcome
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RETREATS at Bethany Spirituality Center, Highland Mills, NY
+ Justice Through the Window of God's World 6/5-8
+ Love: In the Word, In the World 6/18-14
+ Twelve Steps to Inner Freedom 6/16-22
+ Day of Recollection “Healing Service” 6/27-29
+ 845-460-3061 or visit www.bethanyspiritualitycenter.org
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HEADSTART
Head Start is a no cost early childhood program for income eligible families with children 3-5 years old. Breakfast and lunch are provided and half and full day classes are available. Applications for the 2008/2009 program year are now being accepted. Call 973-875-8565 for more information.
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Weekend Retreat for Separated or Divorced
Weekend Retreat for Separated or Divorced will be given on May 23, 24, 25, 2008 in Newton, NJ by a Franciscan Retreat Team. For more information call:
Fr. Tom Kelly, OFM: 973-985-9736 or Deacon Milt at 973-271-5097
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Poverty in America
The greatest percentage increase in the number of children without health insurance over the past five years was in families above 3.5 times the federal poverty level (that is incomes over $75,000 for a family of four). To learn more about poverty visit: www.catholiccharitiesusa.org/poverty
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Let Your Voice Be Heard!
Sussex County Division of Senior Services invites all seniors, senior providers, caregivers and other interested parties to attend a Public Hearing on “the Needs of Sussex County Seniors”, Thursday, June 5, 2008 at 1:30pm at Tri-Co Federal Credit Union, Community Meeting Room; located on Route 206, South in Augusta, NJ. For transportation call 973-579-0480
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Looking for a Catholic Education
+ at Immaculate Conception Regional School
+ Programs for all 4 & 5 Year Olds
+ Full and Part Time Preschool
+ Full Day Kindergarten
+ Education in a safe, caring and spiritual setting.
+ Extended Care available for working parents
+ Most competitive rates in Sussex County
Call 973-827-3777 or visit www.ICRSCHOOL.com
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Choose Life…
”Scientists have made ordinary human skin cells take on the chameleon-like powers of embryonic stem cells, at startling breakthrough that might someday deliver the medical payoffs of embryo cloning without the controversy”
Please pray for the disciples and apostles in our day, that they may teach that each human life is a gift from God.
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Knights of Columbus Fund Drive
The Knights of Columbus Marquette Council #588
will be holding their Annual Collection for Persons with Disabilities this weekend in front of the Church. Any donation great or small will be graciously accepted.
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Need A Ride? Call-Sussex County Assisted Transportation
Sussex County Assisted Transportation is a nonprofit service, funded through a grant from the Sussex County Division of Senior Services, the United Way of Sussex County and the Diocese of Paterson. Escort services for older adults (60+) are available for medical appointments and food shopping. Shopping for those who are homebound is also available. Appointments can be made in advance…for information, Call 973-209-0123.
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Prayer Requests: Please remember to pray for our parishioners and friends.
In Nursing Homes: Ceil Williams, Ethel Segarra and Pauline Trofimuk
At Home: Maria Woppel, Diane Sidoli, Robert Zeuner, Evelyn Caljean, Danielle Dionisio, Thomas Dionisio, Jr., Steven “Itchy” Novak, Flo Yurchak, Mary Carmody, Harold & May Dickey, Debbie Yodice, JoAnn Ritz and Lisa Stine.
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In the Military: Jamison Micke, Stephen Saski, Jr., Christopher Faber, SFC Morgan McHose, LCPL William Mathes, LCPL Ernest Mathes, Karen Hassler, Tom Oroho, Maj. Stephen McKenzie, Ryan Halkirt, Joseph Trainor, Shannon Barr and CPL Matt Lindquist.
Please notify us when you have recovered from your illness. Hospitals are now bound by privacy laws and can no longer release the names of their patients. It is up to a family member to let us know if a parishioner is hospitalized or homebound. Thank you.
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Altar Server Schedule for 5/24-25 and 5/31-6/1
Sat.
5:00pm NCarafello, KCarafello
Sun
7:30 MKHubbard, SMorano
9:00 JFriend, ERadics
10:30 ASica, ECox
12:00 Hamler, JDragon
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Sat.
5:00pm ASica, NMoscalow
Sun
7:30 JOroho, MKHubbard
9:00 DPeck, AKoske
10:30 RHolowienka, JPayne
MFalk, NLattanzio
12:00 AHamler, AAllen
APost, MPost
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GOD'S GREAT LOVE
In moments of quiet we're likely to remember that God loves us, indeed loves us so much that once God even sent Jesus into this world to save us. Still, it's good to remember that the noisy moments, too, are part of life, and God is present in them as well.
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INSIDE THE READINGS
The opening of today's Gospel is one of the best-known Bible texts. "God so loved the world that he gave his only Son" (John 3:16). The Greek text is much stronger than the English translation. To paraphrase the original, "God had such a strong love for all persons that as a result he willingly sacrificed his only Son on the cross." The verb "to give" in the Bible often means, "to sacrifice." In the words of consecration at the Last Supper, for example, Jesus says, "This is my body, which will be given for you" (Luke 22:19). In the letter to Titus Paul speaks of "our Savior Jesus Christ, who gave himself for us to deliver us from all lawlessness" (Titus 2:13-14).
The phrase "his only Son" can remind the reader of Isaac. God asks Abraham to take Isaac, "your only one," (Genesis 22:2) and sacrifice him. God intervenes to save Isaac (22:12). But God does not intervene in the case of Jesus despite his prayer in Gethsemane, "My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass from me." However, Jesus adds to his prayer, "yet, not as I will, but as you will" (Matthew 26:39). The Father permits his Son to go to the cross "so that everyone who believes in him might not perish but might have eternal life" (John 3:16).
John often speaks in terms of realized eschatology, the doctrine of the last things. The Gospel insists that this final condition is already realized in this life as we respond to Jesus. There is condemnation for those who do not believe, but salvation for those who do believe "in the name of the only Son of God" (3:18). Fortunately, as long as the non-believer is still alive, he or she can become a believer and find salvation.
Excerpted and edited from LIVING THE WORD for the Most Holy Trinity commentary by Msgr. Ralph Kuehner and Rev. Joseph Juknialis, © 2008 by J. S. Paluch Co., Inc. 5/18/08
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