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Parish Community of Our Lady of Lourdes
390 County Road 523
P.O. Box 248 Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889
Phone: 908.534.2319 Fax: 908.534.5670 Web: ollwhs.org
VISITATION HOURS
CHURCH Daily 9 A.M. to 5 P.M.
SACRED HEART CHAPEL Monday to Thursday 8 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
Friday 8 A.M. to 1 P.M.
PENANCE Saturday 4:15 to 5 P.M. and by appointment
FAITH FORMATION
YOUTH FAITH FORMATION Religious education classes are held from September through April, for students in the First through Fourth grades on Monday and Tuesday from 4:30 to 5:45 P.M. and for students in the Fifth through Eighth grades on Monday and Tuesday from 6:30 to 7:45 P.M. Registration occurs every spring to prepare for the coming year’s program.
CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS The process where those “inquiring” about becoming a Roman Catholic are invited to journey with Church members in sharing their faith, while discerning God’s call to conversion. Please contact the parish for further information.
PARISH MEMBERSHIP
New members should contact the Parish Office to pre-register for an Evening of Welcome at which time the process of formally becoming a parishioner will be initiated. We receive many requests for certificates of sponsorship for Baptism and Confirmation. Certificates can only be given to registered members of the parish that actively practice their faith. Members are those who regularly attend Mass and participate in and support the life of the Church.
SACRAMENTS
BAPTISM The Rite of Baptism is celebrated on the first Sunday of the month following the 11:00 A.M. mass and the third Sunday of the month at the 11:00 A.M. liturgy, except during Lent. Parents must attend an obligatory preparation session prior to the child’s birth. Arrangements for a Baptismal date are made at that session.
MATRIMONY In accordance with Diocesan policy, couples wishing to be married at OLL must participate in a one-year preparation program, which includes FOCCUS, Pre-Cana, God’s Plan for a Faith-Filled Marriage and required paperwork. Please confirm the date with the Church prior to making other plans. Marriages take place on Fridays and Saturdays—no Sunday weddings.
SACRAMENT OF THE SICK Contact the office to arrange for this sacrament of healing.
PARISH STAFF
PASTORAL ASSOCIATE Mrs. Joline Frank x 12
PARISH CATECHETICAL LEADER Mrs. Liz Systo x 17
DIRECTOR OF SACRAMENTS & SPIRITUALITY (tots through teens)
Mrs. Nina Forestiere x 20 [email protected]
LITURGICAL MUSIC DIRECTOR Mr. James Cole x 19 [email protected]
PASTORAL EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT Mrs. Doreen Budris-Kovacs x 13
PASTORAL FINANCE ASSISTANT Mrs. Christine DeLessio x 15
PASTORAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Ms. Bridget Hackman x 14
PASTORAL SECRETARY Ms. Madeline Fisher x 21 [email protected]
YOUTH CATECHESIS SECRETARY Mrs. Margaret Sanguiliano x 18
MAINTENANCE Mr. Colman Connolly
LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS
WEEKEND LITURGIES Saturday 5:30 P.M.;
Sunday 8:00 9:30 and 11:00 A.M.
WEEKDAY LITURGIES 8:30 A.M. except Thursday at 12:00 P.M.
HOLY DAYS OF OBLIGATION Please refer to the Bulletin
OFFICE HOURS
MONDAY TO THURSDAY 9 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. FRIDAY 9 A.M. to 1 P.M.
CLERGY
PASTOR Very Rev. Leonard F. A. Rusay x 11
PASTORAL SUPPORT Rev. Joseph Murphy
Rev. Greg Uhrig
DEACONS Mr. Al Adolfo
Mr. Charles Paolino
10/2012
PRAYER OPPORTUNITIES
Spiritual Direction - Individual directed prayer life is offered by our Priests and Pastoral Associate. Charismatic Prayer Group - This prayer community meets Tuesdays at 7 P.M. in the Sacred Heart Chapel.
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COMPASSIONATE CARE & SOCIAL JUSTICE ECCLESIASTES 3:
To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:
“a time to be born:” Lily Elsie Winseck, daughter of Adam and Kate
“a time to weep, mourn and die:” Jean Moren, Bjorn & Joan Firing, Alexander Murawski,
Ellen McCaffrey, Alexander Tscherwinski, Walter (Bernie) Hoffman
“a time of war and a time of peace:” Please pray for our men and women who are serving our country all over the world.
“a time to heal:” We pray for the sick of our parish.
LITURGY ALL SOULS DAY MASS There will be a special Mass celebrated in the Church on Sunday, November 2 at 11:00 A.M. for the repose of those who have been buried from Our Lady of Lourdes during the last twelve months. If you had a family member or a friend who passed away since the last All Souls’ Day, please join us for this special Liturgy in which we pray for all the faithfully departed.
READINGS OF THE WEEK Monday: Ephesians 4:32 - 5:8; Luke 13:10-17; Tuesday: Ephesians 2:19-22; Luke 6:12-16; Wednesday: Ephesians 6:1-9; Luke 13:22-30; Thursday: Ephesians 6:10-20; Luke 13:31-35; Friday: Philippians 1:1-11; Luke 14:1-6; Saturday: Revelations 7:2-4, 9-14; 1 John 3:1-3; Matthew 5:1-12a
NEXT SUNDAY’S READING The readings listed here are chosen from the broad selection available for this Sunday.
First Reading ~ The souls of the just are in the hands of God, and no torment shall touch them (Wisdom 3:1-9).
Second Reading ~ Hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out into our hearts (Romans 5:5-11).
Gospel ~ This is the will of the Father, that everyone who sees the Son and believes may have eternal life (John 6:37-40).
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Eucharistic Adoration is scheduled from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon in the Sacred Heart Chapel on Friday, November 7 . The custom of spending an hour with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament arose from the desire of devout souls to give an affirmative answer to the sorrowful question of the Savior in Gethsemane, "So you could not keep watch with me for one hour?" (MT. 26:40) For more information or any questions, please contact Sue Mobley at 797-3517.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION LITURGICAL MINISTERS Altar Servers Eucharistic Ministers Lectors Ministers of Hospitality MUSIC MINISTRIES Adult Choir Children’s Choir Youth Choir Bells Cantors Chamber Orchestra USHERS
ADMINISTRATION & STEWARDSHIP STEWARDSHIP RECOGNITION Special recognition is given this week to the Prayer Shawl Ministry for knitting/crocheting hats for Midnight Run, who will distribute them to the homeless of New York City.
IT’S COMING! Be prepared to connect with your Parish like never before!
EXCITING NEWS The OLL website, ollwhs.org, will now feature a weekly presentation on various faith topics. Our goal is to provide you opportunities to learn more about your faith, enliven your spirituality, and challenge you to become a more active disciple.
THE SATELLITE OFFICE Attention parishioners who attend the 8:00 or 9:30 A.M. Masses on Sundays! We need someone to work at the Satellite Office after Mass, 1 time per month, on the 3rd weekend of the month. Consider sharing the job with a friend or family
member. Contact Bridget at [email protected] or 534-2319 x 14. Training is provided!
BUILDING & GROUNDS FINANCE COMMITTEE GREEN THUMB MINISTRY THE SATELLITE OFFICE STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE WELCOMING MINISTRY
BEREAVEMENT GROUP BLOOD DRIVE FUNERAL MINISTRY HOMEBOUND HOSPITAL VISITATION JESSE TREE MARTIN HOUSE MIDNIGHT RUN PRAYER CHAIN PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY RESPECT LIFE MINISTRY SHEPHERD’S MEAL STARFISH FOOD PANTRY WALK FOR CHILDREN IN NEED OF JESUS
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MASS INTENTIONS AND SCHEDULE A NOTE FROM FATHER LEN Prayer is important not only when we need something but when we are plodding through our day-to-day lives. It gives us strength so that when life throws us a curveball, we are able to center ourselves and connect not only with our God but also our Church. One year ago this month, we lost a teen from our parish community, Zach Allen. The Allens are active members of Our Lady of Lourdes and our local community. They are also people of prayer and hope. The loss of a child, a brother, a grandson is difficult; however, their faith and the support of their parish community has given them great hope. Nina Forestiere and the Youth Group recently decided that they would like to do something to remember Zach. With the grateful assistance of Ralph Barca of Sorella’s Pizzeria, a special Dine In/Dine Out event will be held this Thursday, October 30. Twenty percent of all Sorella’s profits from that day will be donated to the Zach Allen Memorial Scholarship Fund. Please consider participating in this event as well as keeping the Allens in your prayers. Although Zach is no longer with us, his memory stays alive as we keep him in our thoughts and prayers.
TABERNACLE LAMPS BURN IN HONOR OF:
Paul & Tracy Krasovec’s 50th Wedding Anniversary, Carol & Elizabeth Feicht, and Jean Moren
SACRED HEART LAMP BURNS IN HONOR OF:
George Budavari
SPONSOR OF THE WEEK Diocese of Metuchen Catholic Cemeteries
WEEKLY TITHE 5% of next week’s collection will be sent to
The Sports Legacy Institute.
THERE ARE ONLY 10 TICKETS LEFT TO SEE TONY DANZA
STAR IN HONEYMOON IN VEGAS!
Sunday, April 19 ~ 3:00 P.M. Matinee, $110 for Orchestra Seat, transportation, and gratuity.
IN MEMORY OF ZACH ALLEN THURSDAY, OCTOBER 30, 4:00 P.M. TO CLOSE
SORELLA’S PIZZERIA 47 U.S. 22, Whitehouse Station, 534-5976
20% OF THE PROCEEDS WILL GO TO THE ZACH ALLEN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
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Dine In or Take Out A year ago, October 8, Zach Allen passed away. In his honor and memory Sorella’s and Our Lady of Lourdes will host a Dining Night.
Support the Allen Family and Remember Zach!
MONDAY, OCTOBER 27 ~ WEEKDAY
8:30 A.M. Mass: Mark Joseph Sargenti r/b Robert & Dominic Serrao
4:30 P.M. Youth Faith Formation Classrooms 6:30 P.M. Youth Faith Formation, Classrooms
6:30 P.M. Parents Penance Meeting, Community Hall
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28 ~ SAINTS SIMON AND JUDE
8:30 A.M. Mass: Doris Sena r/b Rosary Altar Society
10:00 A.M. Parents Penance Meeting, Community Hall 10:00 A.M. Adult Faith Formation, Old Church Hall
4:30 P.M. Youth Faith Formation Classrooms 6:30 P.M. Youth Faith Formation, Classrooms
7:00 P.M. Prayer Group, Chapel
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 29 ~ WEEKDAY
8:30 A.M. Mass: Catherine Gaupp r/b Sister
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 30 ~ WEEKDAY
12:00 P.M. Mass: Terry Pardee r/b Thom & Christine DeLessio
7:00 P.M. Compassionate Care and Social Justice Meeting, Community Hall
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31 ~ WEEKDAY
8:30 A.M. Mass: Maryanne Goodwin r/b Brian Dolan
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1 ~ ALL SAINTS
NOT A HOLY DAY OF OBLIGATION 8:30 A.M. Mass:
Brian Fabiano, Sr. r/b Bonnie & Diane 9:30 A.M. Protecting God’s Children, Old Church Hall
5:30 P.M. Mass: John Nociolo r/b The Nociolo Family
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2 ~ THE COMMEMORATION OF ALL THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED
8:00 A.M. Mass: For Our Faithful Departed 9:30 A.M. Mass:
For Our Faithful Departed 11:00 A.M. Mass: For Our Faithful Departed
Noah’s Ark
Mass intentions are subject to change should there be a funeral or if a Celebrant is unavailable. Mass schedule changes will be announced on the parish’s voicemail and website.
TURN YOUR CLOCKS BACK NEXT SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2!
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FORMATION
AQUIRE THE FIRE Acquire the Fire, the young adult group, will be having their next meeting this evening at 7:00 P.M. in Old Church Hall. To join the list serve please email Susan at [email protected].
FIRST PENANCE PARENT MEETING One parent must attend a mandatory First Penance information meeting on October 27 at 6:30 P.M. or October 28 at 10:00 A.M. in Community Hall. Should you need further information, contact Nina at 534-2319 x 20 or [email protected].
ADULT FAITH FORMATION FABLES & FAITH: UNDERSTANDING THE GOSPEL WITH AESOP’S FABLES
Tuesday, October 28 at 10:00 A.M. in Old Church Hall If you are looking to deepen your spiritual life while enjoying delightful stories, you will love this engaging program.
PROTECTING GOD’S CHILDREN Protecting God’s Children is being presented on Saturday, November 1 from 9:30 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. in Old Church Hall. This Adult Awareness program is mandated by Bishop Bootkoski for volunteers who work with children on a regular basis. Participants must be 18 years or older. Please register in advance with Liz Systo at 534-2319 x 17 or [email protected]. There is no fee for this session and a Certificate of Attendance will be issued upon completion.
NOAH’S ARK IS SAILING SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2 Parents are welcome to drop their children off in classroom 10 by 10:45 A.M.
COMMUNITY LIFE ROSARIAN GIFT SHOP
The Rosary Gift Shop is busy remembering October as Breast Cancer Awareness month with bracelets, special breast cancer rosaries, and book marks. Also, there are items to remember the Feast of St. Francis with tags for your pets and St. Francis garden statues. Do not forget, October is the Feast of the Rosary Month. Check out some of our specialty rosaries! The 2015 St. Joseph Sunday Missals are now available. Stephanie Steven's newest book is available as well as her past favorites,
including Beneath These Waters (Round Valley Reservoir), Children's story of the parish history of Our Lady of Lourdes, and several others. Contact Ruth Stieh at 534-4039 or [email protected] with any questions. Special order items are generally available within 10 days. Thank you for your support!
2014 BISHOP’S ANNUAL APPEAL … LIFE-CHANGING FAITH Naomi’s Way is a transitional housing program for single mothers operated by Catholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen. All of the clients are involved in vocational or educational training and attend monthly life skills workshops focused on areas such as health and nutrition, parenting, and budgeting. Your gift to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal has been life-changing for hundreds of young women who have found a path to self-sufficiency at Naomi’s Way. Please prayerfully consider making a gift today.
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A2270, a bill allowing assisted suicide, was released by the NJ Assembly Health and Senior Services Committee and could be posted for a vote in the full Assembly at any time. This bill would allow a person who has a terminal disease to request a prescription from a physician for a lethal drug that would end their life. Terminal disease is defined in the bill as an incurable and irreversible disease that has been medically confirmed and will, within reasonable medical judgment, result in a patient’s death. Please ask members of the Assembly to vote “NO” on A2270. Our duty is to assist those who are dying...not kill them! Go to https://votervoice.net/NJCC/home to contact your legislator.
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