Church Bulletin Week of June 15, 2008

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 and 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:973-868-4523
Ushers, Henry Zarzycki:973-827-3228
Homebound Ministry, Janice Fitzsimmons: 973-827-9575
Hospitality, Marianne Cammarano: 973-827-9575
Children's Liturgy, Cynthia Hanenberg: 973-827-9575
Marriage Ministry, Tony & Sue Quartarolo: 973-827-9575
Liturgy Committee, Eileen & Mike Morgan: 973-827-9606

The Parish Community of Immaculate Conception has an active, living, liturgical life. Through the talents and skills of all those involved in various liturgical ministries, our experiences of workshop provide prayerful and meaningful signs of God's presence. If you are interested in becoming part of a Ministry at Immaculate Conception please contact Fr. Bogie at the Rectory Office or Deacon Jerry.
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LABORERS NEEDED
Today's scriptures employ mixed metaphors—images of sheep and shepherds, priests and people, harvest and laborers—all of which intermingle to create a web of meaning on which we have based our understanding of Christian vocations. Above all, these images help us see Christian vocations as an extension and expression of Jesus' own ministry in the world. They lend themselves especially well to a reflection on the vocation to ordained priesthood. The scriptures for today help us understand the role of the ordained in the life of the Church. They also encourage us to pray for an increase in the number of candidates for priestly ordination, for “the harvest is abundant but the laborers are few” (Matthew 9:37). © Copyright, J. S. Paluch Co.

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Prayer for Vocations
Lord of the harvest, your word finds a home in our hearts, calls us into community and invites us to generous service of the human family. Bless with courage and spirit your priestly people, called to full participation in the one Body of Christ. May many choose to respond in public service to your call offered in
Jesus' name. Amen Cardinal Joseph L. Bernardin

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Holy Father's Prayer Intentions for June:
General:
That Christians may cultivate a deep and personal friendship with Christ so they are able to communicate the strength of His love to those they encounter.
Mission:
That the International Eucharistic Congress in Quebec, Canada, may lead to ever deeper understanding of the Eucharist, the heart of the Church and source of evangelization.

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FATHER'S DAY BLESSING
God our Father, in your wisdom and love you made all things.
Bless these men, that they may be strengthened as Christian fathers.
Let the example of their faith and love shine forth.
Grant that we, their sons and daughters, may honor them always
with a spirit of profound respect.
—Book of Blessings, no. 1733

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A Father's Day Tribute to our Priests
"The priest is someone who, despite the passing of years, continues to radiate youthfulness, spreading it almost contagiously among those he meets along the way. His secret lies in his passion for Christ... "If he is able to offer himself as a gift, placing himself at the service of anyone in need, his life takes on its true meaning." Pope John Paul II
Let us all take a moment to recognize the faithful and true service of our dedicated priests at Immaculate Conception Parish.
Happy Father's Day
Father Bogie and Father Jim

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Flag Day—June 14th
As the nation observes Flag Day on the 14th of June, give thanks and praise for the great pride our nation derives from our flag.

I Am the Flag by Ruth Apperson Rous
I am the flag of the United States of America...I represent these eternal principles: liberty, justice, and humanity...I embody American freedom: freedom of speech, religion, assembly, the press, and the sanctity of the home...Dedicate your lives to those principles for which I stand: “One nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.”...God grant that I may spend eternity in my “land of the free and home of the brave” and that I shall ever be known as “Old Glory,” the flag of the United States of America
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Sanctuary Flowers
The beautiful flowers this weekend are In Loving Memory of:
Helen Hyde, requested by her husband, Ray.
 

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Wedding Announcement
Our Parish Community Rejoices with the Families of
Mary Ellen Valverde and Matthew Klarmann
United in Marriage on June 15, 2008.
Congratulations! May the Lord continue to guide you and bless you with a lifetime of love and happiness.

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Time of Prayer for Peace…
Wednesdays 7-8 pm
June 11, July 9, August 13
Caldwell Dominican Motherhouse Chapel
Located on the Caldwell College Campus
“Grounded in the contemplation of God, of justice, and the sacredness of the earth.”

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A Family Perspective
There are many “troubled and abandoned” children needing guidance. They are “sheep without a shepherd.” Today on Father's Day, let our “hearts be moved to pity for these children.” Jesus reminds all men, “the harvest is abundant but the laborers are few. Without cost you received, without cost you must give. Go to the lost sheep.” Bud Ozar

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A Catholic Education
Immaculate Conception Regional School
Call 973-827-3777 or visit www.ICRSCHOOL.com

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12th Catholic Tent Revival
Good News International
June 22-24, St. Veronica Church Howell, NJ
Praise and Worship
Inspirational Speakers
Music and Food!
Call 1-200-430-0586 or visit www.goodnewsinternational.net
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CONCETTA TOWERS
Apartments for the Elderly and Handicapped
located at 75 Catlin Road, Franklin, NJ
is accepting applications to add to its existing waiting list:
·  Subsidized by US HUD
·  Must be 62 years or older
·  One bedroom and studio units,
·  Certain units designed for mobility impaired.
Call 973-209-2808 for an application.

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Poverty in America
In 2005 there were 538,000 children in New Jersey who were on Medicaid or New Jersey Family Care including 4,000 in Sussex County. To learn more about poverty visit: www.catholiccharitiesusa.org/poverty
 

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Are you Caring for an Elderly Love One?
Caregiver's Support Group
When: Last Tuesday of Every Month
Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Location: Sussex County Homestead Auditorium
129 Morris Turnpike Newton, NJ 07860
Contact: Lori Baker, MSW, LSW
Phone: 973-948-5400, ext. 3140
We're Here to Help You!

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Donations:
Sacrificial giving nurtures the spirit of the giver and helps to build a better world.
Thank you for your support and generosity.
Last Sunday's Collection: $4441.00
Bishop's Overseas Relief Fund: $1192.00

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Volunteers Needed
Compassionate Care Hospice offers palliative care to individuals of all ages who are terminally ill and desiring Hospice services. A new office in Sparta has just opened and volunteers are needed to make supportive visits, offer emotional support and companionship. Volunteers can also assist with errands and help by doing administrative tasks in the office. Volunteer training is provided.
Please call 973-402-4712 if you have any questions.
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Need A Ride? Call-Sussex County Assisted Transportation
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… Call 973-209-0123.
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CCD Teachers Needed
It's not too soon to start thinking about volunteering in our Religious Education Program, starting in September as a teacher or as an aide. We can really use your help. You need to be an active, registered member of Immaculate Conception, with a desire to minister to the children of the parish. If you can commit an hour a week to the program, please call Nadine at the Rectory Office.
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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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Lay Ministry Leadership Formation Endowment applications are available. The funding comes from the Prepare the Way Campaign by the people of our diocese. Lay leaders are eligible to apply for grants to attend courses leading to a certificate or degree in lay ministry. Deadline for the Fall of 2008 semester is June 30th. Please contact Ivannia at 973-777-8818.

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Looking Forward to a Spiritual Get-Away?
· Join Bishop Serratelli on a diocesan pilgrimage to the Shrines of France and Lourdes, July 9-16. Call 201-825-3725 or E-mail: greatexinc@verizon.net
· Religious Pilgrimage in Assisi, Italy, July 5-15 This pilgrimage is sponsored by the Assisi Music Festival. Join Msgr. Paul Bochicchio, Pastor of Holy Family Church, Nutley, NJ. with special Masses at The Basilica of St. Francis and the Vatican. For more information call Gregory Scime 908-277-1145
· Pilgrimage to Italy and the Vatican, October 15-23, sponsored by Fr. Michael J. Sullivan of St. Patrick's Cathedral, e-mail: Vincent2275@hotmail.com
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Mass Intentions
Mass Intentions are a wonderful way to remember a deceased loved one, celebrate a birthday or anniversary, or for any special intention you may have.
There are two types of Mass Intentions:
Holy Mass for the Deceased and
Spiritual Bouquet for the Living
+A Holy Mass for the Deceased request is made in memory of a deceased parent, relative, friend, parishioner or loved one. It can commemorate any occasion such as birthdays, anniversaries, etc.
+A Spiritual Bouquet request can be made for any reason or special request of remembrance such as God's blessing, thanksgiving, healing, prayer, etc.
A customary donation is $10 and Mass Cards can be obtained by calling 973-827-9575 or visiting the Rectory during Office Hours Monday - Friday, 9-5pm.

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Choose Life
Let us pray that we may truly understand the meaning of God's Word that commands us to “Choose Life.”

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Prayer Requests:
Please remember to pray for our parishioners and friends.
In Nursing Homes: Ceil Williams, Pauline Trofimuk, and Ethel Segarra
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, Regina Kobus, Jerzy Kobus 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, PVT. Michael Gannon 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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COMPASSIONATE TRUTH
We tend to know well the ones with whom we live, both their strengths and their weaknesses, and they know us, too. We're less able to hoodwink the family member who seeks to keep us on the straight and narrow. Among our own we are more likely to risk honesty.
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INSIDE THE READINGS
The Gospel of Matthew presents five major discourses of Jesus. Today's Gospel contains the beginning of the second discourse, the Missionary Discourse. By way of preparation Matthew describes the need for missionary activity. Jesus has compassion for the crowds. They are "troubled and abandoned, like sheep without a shepherd" (Matthew 9:36).
The need for missionary activity is also seen in Jesus' request for prayers for more laborers, for the "harvest is abundant, but the laborers are few" (9:37). Matthew then names the twelve apostles. Only here are they referred to as apostles in this Gospel. Elsewhere Matthew calls them disciples or the Twelve. There are three other lists of the apostles: Mark 3:6C19, Luke 6:13C16, and Acts of the Apostles 1:13. The lists are essentially the same. However, Matthew highlights the importance of Peter by noting that he is "first."
The number twelve is significant; it indicates that Jesus intends to restore the twelve tribes in bringing about a restored Israel. The Twelve are to go "to the lost sheep of the house of Israel" (Matthew 10:6). Jesus also limited his activity for the most part to his own people. Only after the saving events of his death and resurrection did Jesus instruct his disciples to "make disciples of all nations" (28:19)
The choice of the Twelve together with the Missionary Discourse that follows (10:5C42) teaches that Christ intends to establish a church. The apostles and their successors will provide continuity with the mission of Jesus. Both John the Baptist (3:2) and Jesus (4:17) began their public ministry by proclaiming, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand." The apostles also are to proclaim, "The kingdom of heaven is at hand" (10:7). Their acts of healing will also show continuity with the power of Christ. Excerpted and edited from LIVING THE WORDfor the Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time commentary by Msgr. Ralph Kuehner and Rev. Joseph Juknialis, © 2008 by J. S. Paluch Co., Inc. 6/15/08
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Altar Server Schedule for 6/15-16 &6/21-22
Sat.
5:00 NMoscalow AKoske
Sun
7:30 JOroho MKHubbard
9:00 ECox JFriend MPost APost
10:30 JPayne ASica MMcDonald
12:00 RHolowienka ERadics MFalk JRadics

Sat.
5:00 JMcKeever CBrossman
Sun
7:30 SMorano MKHubbard
9:00 JFriend AHamler
10:30 RHolowienka MFalk DPeck
12:00 APost MPost DPeck JDragon
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