July 19, 2015 16th Sunday In Ordinary Time 167 Mount Bethel Road, Warren, New Jersey 07059 Inspired by Our Lady, we welcome all as we worship God and witness our Faith through love and service.
Parish Office.....908-647-1075 Fax.......................908-647-7885 Website: www.olmwarren.org
Mass Schedule Sunday Masses Saturday Vigil Mass .................. 5:00 PM (Church) Sunday ............... 8:00, 10:00, 11:30 AM (Church) Confessions every Saturday, 4:15 PM- 4:45 PM
Daily Mass Monday - Saturday ................... 9:00 AM (Chapel)
Parish Staff Rev. Sean W. Kenney, Pastor John Scansaroli, Deacon Thomas Sicola, Deacon Rev. Msgr. William J. Capik (Retired) Rev. William C. Warman (Retired), Priest in Residence
Parish Office
Cary St. Pierre, Parish Admin Assistant.............Ext. 101 Laura Sepesi, Parish Pastoral Assistant ............ Ext. 103 Adam Kuczynski, Dir. of Communications ........ Ext. 104
Office of Faith Formation Emma DeBorja, Parish Catechetical Leader……..Ext. 113 Brenda Hann, Secretary…………………………………..Ext. 112
Sunday, July 19 8:00 AM For the Intentions of Our Parishioners 10:00 AM Mary Benwell r/o Gliebe Family 11:30 AM John Tierney, Sr. r/o Connie Richardson
Monday, July 20 9:00 AM
Carl Kimmich r/o Dick & Dottie Schmeider
Tuesday, July 21 9:00 AM
Neil D’Amelio r/o Roger Novoa Matthew Lorenzo r/o Clintock Family
Wednesday, July 22 9:00 AM
Palmer J. Ferrara r/o Weisgerber Family
Thursday, July 23 9:00 AM
Frank Deutsch r/o JoAnn Ball Betty Kosinski r/o Georgianna Lloyd
Friday, July 24 9:00 AM
Jean Tumblety r/o MaryAlice Caruso
Saturday, July 25 9:00 AM 5:00 PM
July 25/26, 2015 5:00 PM
8:00 AM
10:00 AM
11:30 AM
Celebrant Msgr. Capik
Celebrant Msgr. Capik
Celebrant Fr. Edmund
Celebrant Fr. Edmund
Readers
Readers
Readers
Readers
Joe Murray
Abby Fernandez
Ed Caldwell
Karina Lucid
Altar Servers Abigail Shanahan
Altar Servers Peter Ainsworth
Altar Servers Nicole Gilbert
Altar Servers Griffith Humphrey
Fiona Shanahan
Daisy Elias
Andrew Miller
Lucas Dreitlein
Nicholas Miller
Megan Camp
Davis Perry
Ireneusz Imiolek r/o Nancy Herman Edward & Elizabeth Russel r/o Hilbert Family
Sunday, July 26 8:00 AM Jack Timmerman r/o Weisgerber Family 10:00 AM For the Intentions of Our Parishioners 11:30 AM Ruie Lorena Beverley r/o Tony & Judy Maddalone The Sanctuary Candle for this week burns in memory of:
Ellen Reynolds Jenkins at the request of:
Peggy and Art Follo
STEWARDSHIP July 12th Weekly Offering $9,763 June Parish Pay adds $15,780 Year-to-Date Offering - $402,590 Parish Weekly Needs $14,535 Year-to-Date Needs $438,990 Y-T-D Surplus/(Deficit) - ($36,400) Thank you for your continued generosity!
Upcoming Events: Wednesday, July 22 AA, 8:00 PM, Fr. Russell Room Friday, July 24 Adoration, 9:30 AM; Benediction 7:00 PM, Chapel Saturday, July 25 AA, 8:00 PM, Fr. Russell Room
Please check www.olmwarren.org for the online calendar!
A FRESH PERSPECTIVE ON THE SUNDAY READINGS HIS WORD TODAY by Rev. William J. Reilly Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time July 19, 2015 “‘I myself will gather the remnant of my flock from all the lands to which I have driven them and bring them back to their meadow; there they will increase and multiply. I will appoint shepherds for them who will shepherd them so that they need no longer fear and tremble; and none shall be missing, says the Lord.’… ‘when He disembarked and saw the vast crowd His heart was moved with pity for them, for they were like sheep without a shepherd…’”. One of the oldest biblical images is that of a shepherd. From King David to the gospel of John and Jesus stating He is the Good Shepherd. Peter was told by the Risen Christ ‘feed my sheep.’ With the same concern reflected in the gospel today, may I recall priests, bishops or popes in our life and lifetime who truly filled that role for me. Was it my parish priest who made Christ present in celebrating the sacraments of baptism, gave me the Eucharist or taught me catechism? Was it the bishop who laid hands on me, calling for the Holy Spirit to strengthen me? Was it the bishop of Rome, St. John 23rd or St. John Paul II of our own lifetime who inspired and led us into the third millennium? Is it Pope Francis, humbly bringing the joy of the gospel to a world mired in war, hate, poverty and indifference? As I ponder I pray for the names and faces who have come to mind and shepherded me, and pray that others will respond to the Shepherd’s call today to ‘feed His sheep.’
SIXTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME First Reading: Jeremiah 23:1-6 In this passage, God denounces false leaders who have scattered his people. He promises that they will be reunited and led by one who is just and wise. Second Reading: Ephesians 2:13-18 Paul explains that through Jesus Christ, there is no longer hostility between Gentile and Jew. Instead, through the Spirit of Christ, both groups become one body and are equal in the eyes of God. Gospel: Mark 6:30-34 The apostles returned after their first mission and told Jesus what they had done and taught. He told them to rest, but the people kept coming to them. So they went to find a private place, but the people learned where they were going and arrived first. Jesus felt sorry for them and decided to teach them instead of resting.
“…come away by yourselves to a lonely place and rest awhile.” (Mark 6:31) Do you spend time listening for God? Most of the time, He speaks in soft whispers. Open your heart and hear the Lord. Take time in silence everyday and ask God what it is He wants you to do. Consider making a retreat this year.
Pope Saint John Paul II Award – 2015 “Congratulations to Samantha Johnson and Charles DiSturco” The Knights of Columbus wish to thank all the applicants. Samantha and Charles are the winners of the Pope Saint John Paul II Award presented by Knights of Columbus Council 11409. The winners received their awards from Grand Knight Mike D’Ambrosio at the July 6th K of C meeting.
We are in need of more Catechists and aides for all grade levels! We are also in need of hall monitors for the days of the Faith Formation classes! Please call the Faith Formation Office at 908-647-1075, x112/113 for Emma or Brenda.
Help Support Catholic Charities! Please help support our local programs by donating: Clothing Shoes Household Items The donation bin is located in the Chapel parking lot. Your continued generosity is appreciated. If you have any questions, need a tax receipt, or would like to schedule for a larger pick up (sorry, no furniture), please call our toll-free number: 877-343-3651
Thank you!
Welcome to OLM’s newest addition: Cary St. Pierre Cary will serve as Our Lady of the Mount’s new Parish Administrative Assistant. Cary will be responsible for the administrative duties of the parish office. She comes to us with a history of ministry in the Church and professional administrative experience. Join us in welcoming Cary and wishing her all the best! A Note from Cary: Thank you so much for the opportunity to serve Our Lady of the Mount Parish, it is truly a blessing. I am looking forward furthering the mission of Welcome, Worship, and Witness.
Please note the 2016 Mass Intention book is now open. IMPORTANT: The Office can only reserve Masses up to one year from the date of the request.
NOTE: There will be several opportunities to help off-set the cost of benches for the new gathering area near the parking lot. Stay tuned for up-dates or call the Parish Office for more information!
Planned Giving Did you know a planned gift or tax-wise gift to our parish: May be deductible from your income tax. Can assist in minimizing estate taxes. Can generate a payment stream for life. Can provide you with the satisfaction of knowing that your gift will have an impact on our parish. And, most importantly, is a further demonstration of your faithful generosity and good stewardship. Please consider our parish through your will or trust, retirement assets, or life insurance policies
Going to Rutgers in New Brunswick? The Catholic Center at Rutgers, located at 84 Somerset Street on the College Avenue Campus, is looking forward to welcoming you to the New Brunswick/Piscataway campuses. Please note the following information:
Union Catholic High School Track and Field Camp For Students Entering 4th-9th Grade Directed by Coach Mike McCabe July 27th-30th 4 PM—8 PM
$250.00
Instruction for all Track & Field Events (Distance, Sprints, Hurdles, Throwing, and Jumping Events); Coach McCabe and his staff will oversee all aspects of the camp, using their expertise, guidance, and leadership to increase each camper’s abilities. Detailed registration is available at www.uctrack.com. For questions, contact Coach McCabe at 908370-7666 or email:
[email protected] Mass Schedule Sunday Masses 12:00 PM Busch Student Center, Rm. 120ABC 6:00 PM Cook Campus Center, Rm. 202ABC 6:00 PM Livingston Student Center, Rm. 202ABC 8:00 PM St. Peter’s Church, 94 Somerset St. (CAC)
Upcoming Pilgrimages from St. Andrew Church (Avenel)
Daily Mass (Monday-Friday) 12:15 PM The Catholic Center Chapel (Located inside the Catholic Center)
Ireland March 1-11, 2016 $2,300
Opening Activities Thurs., 9/3: Pizza on the plaza, 5 PM Livingston Fri., 9/4: Porch Social, 7 PM, The Catholic Center Sat., 9/5: Tailgate, Norfolk St. at RU, 10 AM, Stadium Lot Mon., 9/7: Luau, 6 PM, Catholic Center Tues., 9/8: First Spirit Night, 8 PM, Busch Tonight’s Topic: “Surviving at Rutgers” - We can give you tips on how not only to survive, but thrive at Rut gers! Fri., 9/11: Googa Mooga, dusk, a great game played outside in the dark. Check us out at the Involvement Fair on Sept. 7!!! Visit us online at www.catholic-center.rutgers.edu Also check us out on Facebook: Rutgers Catholic Student Association
Germany and Switzerland November 9-19, 2015 $3,079
Year of Mercy Jubilee Pilgrimage Lourdes, Avignon, Nice, Florence, Assisi, Rome with Papal Audience Oct. 31– Nov. 10, 2016 $3,079 Call St. Andrew’s at (732) 534-4355 for details and reservations, or visit www.standrewparish.com Hosted by Fr. David Kosmoski