Saint Aloysius Church

Lenten Schedule & Regulations

Ash Wednesday Masses February 10th, 2016

6:45 am, 8:00 am, 12:00 noon, & 7:00 pm.

8:00 pm Spanish Mass

11:00 am Marian Manor

1:30 pm West Caldwell Care Center

3:30 pm Liturgy of the Word,

ashes will be distributed.

We will also have 5:15 pm mass weekdays,

Mon. thru Fri. for the Lenten season.

(February 11th through March 23rd)

Stations of the Cross, Fridays at 7:00 pm.

Spanish Stations of the Cross, Wednesdays at 7:30 pm.

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Church Regulations Regarding Fast and Abstinence

Abstinence from meat (beast or fowl) is to be observed by all Catholics fourteen years

old and older on Ash Wednesday and on all the Fridays of Lent. This obligation

prohibits the eating of meat, but not eggs, milk products, or condiments of any kind,

even though made from animal fat.

Fasting means limiting oneself to one full meal on a given fast day. Catholics who are

eighteen years of age but not yet fifty-nine are obligated to fast on Ash Wednesday and

Good Friday. On fast days, two additional smaller meals are permitted if necessary to

maintain strength. However, the two smaller meals together may not equal one full meal.

Moreover, eating solid foods between meals on fast days is not permitted.

February 7, 2016

Masses for the Week

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6 Vigil: (Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time)

5:30 pm-Caroline & Charlie Van De Mark by Mom &

Eileen SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 7 (Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time)

7:30 am-Parish Family

9:00 am-Jennifer Tino by Mom & Dad

10:30 am-Joseph Del Guercio, Jr. by Mom & Dad

12:00 noon-Edward Drury by Marjule

5:00 pm-Armando Jimenez by Paola Ruiz

7:00 pm-Edward Peter Clemens

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 8 (Weekday)

6:45 am-John Siberio, Sr. by Lisa Orefice

8:00 am-Rose Prestifilippo by M/M S. Prestifilippo

12:00 noon-Jeffrey Mirabile by Betty Hansson TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 9 (Weekday)

6:45 am-Charles Cook by Mom & Sister

8:00 am-James Brown by Paul & Gina Testa

12:00 noon-Rosa Conte by Laurie Wozniak

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 10 (Ash Wednesday)

6:45 am-Eileen Callaghan by Gary & Marianne Cavallo

8:00 am-Deacon Frank Muoio by Judy & Frank Inglesino

12:00 noon-Kenneth Rosa by Ann Chieppa

7:00 pm-Catherine B. Perry by Brennan Family

8:00 pm-Gustavo Ardila by Fr. Edinson Ramirez

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 11 (Thursday after Ash Wednesday)

6:45 am-Brianna Kaba (living) by Michael D`Aloia

8:00 am-James H. Lynch, Sr. by Daughter, Joan

12:00 noon-James Monaco by Family

5:15 pm-Elaine A. Pagano by Mary & Bernard Albanese FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12 (Friday after Ash Wednesday)

6:45 am-Eminee Hernandez by Canonaco Family

8:00 am-Stephanie & Gerald Kerrigan by Tim & Grace

Kerrigan

12:00 noon-Harold Holler by Family

5:15 pm-John Tischio by Grace Marinelli

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13 (Saturday after Ash Wednesday)

6:45 am-Evangelos Pallis by Marianne Cavallo

8:00 am-Parish Memorial Mass

5:30 pm-Maria & Giacomo Ciacciarelli by Gus & Connie

Ciacciarelli

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 14 (First Sunday of Lent)

7:30 am-Parish Family

9:00 am-Fausto Alarcon by Alarcon Family

10:30 am-Daniel James & Terrance Flynn by Maureen Durr

12:00 noon-Loretta Flannery by Brennan Family

5:00 pm-Guadalupe Rodriguez de Ibarra by Millie Ibarra

7:00 pm-Connie Fusella by Vessichelli Family

Saturday Memorial Mass John Agatiello, Wayne D. Bailey,

Thomas A. Federico, Michael J.

Morello, Jr., John Panko,

Betty Pimblott,

William & Mary Pimblott,

Katherine Stucy.

THIS WEEK THE SANCTUARY LIGHT IS: In Memory of Andrea Delvesco by Karpinski Family.

THE SHRINE AREA VOTIVES THIS WEEK: OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY, MOTHER

CABRINI, SAINT KATERI TEKAKWITHA: 1. In Memory of Catherine B. Perry by Daughter.

2. Special Intention for Liz Sheridan & Julie Sheridan.

ST. JUDE, ST. ALOYSIUS, ST. PATRICK:

1. In Memory of William K. Stevens by Karpinski Family.

2. In Memory of Philip Sapienza by Karpinski Family.

EXPOSITION OF THE

BLESSED SACRAMENT

Mondays 12:30 pm to 8:00 pm Come and spend some time

with our Lord.

Novena - Monday evenings

at 7:30 pm

Votive Lights for Sanctuary and Shrines

Arrangements may be made in person at the

Rectory Mon. to Fri., 9:00 to 5:00.

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February 7, 2016

The Ministry

of Prayer

“To everything

there is a season,

and a time for every

purpose under

heaven.” (Ecclesiastes 3:11)

“.…A time to be healed….” Sick list: Sister Mary Thomas Aussem, Bob Beck, John

Bryer, Lorraine Callanan, Cosmo Canestri, Mary Comer,

Jane Conover, Anne Cordasco, Faith Costabile, Meghan

Crane, Diane Cusic, Joseph Cusic, Betty DiGidio, Sophie

Donahue, Ray Dowling, Renee Exelbert, Nick Fano,

George Fey, Rich Foster, Albert K. Fox, Joanne Galinis,

Michael A. Giglio, Sr., Jennifer Gilman, Maria Giovine,

Alex Grizzetti, Ambrose Grizzetti, Sharon Grosso, Lucy

Harris, Cihan Hazer, Barbara Hellstern, Betty Kapchus,

Joseph Kearney, Jr., Kelly Kearney, Shannon Kelly,

Rev. K. Kowalski (Kazimierz), Alana Lally, Molly

Linde, Gary Madera, Barbara Maran, Brian Martin,

Donald Moglia, Pat Mullany, Andy Napolitano, John

Natale, Charles O’Connell, Diane O’Connor, Lucy

Patania, Michael Peters, Louise Peterson, Catherine

Petrallia, Peter Pirrello, Lori Pratt, Judy Prebyzerski,

Heather Puff, Donald Quinn, Maria Reynoso, Mary Ann

Ronga, Norbert Sax, Rosemary Scott, Giovanni Sereno,

Salvatore Sereno, Veronica Serio, Thomas F. Sheelen,

Liz Sheridan, Julie Sheridan, Marie Stickelberger, Danny Taylor, Marie Toohey, James Tressito, Janice Lynn

Tressito, Joseph Tressito, Bernadette Twomey, Paula

Ummarino, Lenard Wojtala, Cassandra Warshowsky.

“.…A time to die….” Deceased: Jane Mallon, Philip Sapienza.

“…A time for war and a time for peace…”

For national and world leaders and

for those in the armed services, especially Michael W. Beier, Thomas L. Comer, Brian Feddeler,

Jason Garrison, Jared Hoholic, Michael C. Howley, Joseph Robert Hyer, Katherine Comer Irish, Michael

McHugh, Beckie Piela, Michael Piela, Rose Poyourow,

Stasia Rogacki, Stephen Rogacki, Anthony Salerno,

David G. Testa, Joseph Venutolo.

Amen

Take this list home with you and use it in your daily prayers.

St. Aloysius Book Club Meets on Thursdays at 7 pm on the first floor of the Parish Center. The book selections: February 25th, “Songs of

Willow Frost” by Jamie Ford;

March 31st, “Yellow Crocus” by Laila Ibrahim. As always,

Happy Reading. All are invited for good conversation & good company.

LENTEN COLLECTIONS

LENTEN AT SAINT ALOYSIUS PARISH 2016 As we enter the season of Lent, we once again strive to live the Gospel message of feeding the hungry, clothing the naked, and loving those who feel unloved. Each weekend special items will be accepted and distributed to different agencies in the area and for those in need. Please bring the following items to church during the season of Lent.

February 13th & 14th - The first week-end in Lent “Baby Shower” for children 0 – 3 years Please bring items such as disposable diapers, wipes, baby & kids tear-free shampoo, baby & kids bath soap, baby lotion, wash clothes, towels, etc.

February 20th & 21st - “Personal Care Boxes” Collection for local homeless shelters, Saint John’s in Newark and families in need. Please bring socks for men, women & children, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, soap, tissues, toothbrushes, toothpaste, shaving cream, band aids, combs & brushes.

February 27th & 28th - “Lenten Loaves & Fishes” Food collection for local shelters, soup kitchens & families with special needs. Please bring salt free items, diabetic food, sugar free items, & gluten free foods.

March 5th & 6th - “Good Nutrition Begins with Breakfast” This drive is a good way to help families, the elderly, homebound and soup kitchens provide nutritious food. Please bring hot/cold cereal, canned fruit and fruit juices, breakfast bars, pancake mix, peanut butter and jelly.

March 12th & 13th - “Household Goods Drive” This collection will provide cleaning supplies to families, shelters and soup kitchens. Please bring laundry detergent, paper towels and napkins, cleaning supplies and toilet tissues.

Please do not bring items on Palm Sunday or Easter Sunday. Thank you.

Respect Life Crisis/Information

(All calls and emails are confidential)

Crisis Pregnancy Helpline/ 1-888-4 OPTIONS

Post Abortion Healing/ 1-877-HOPE 4 ME

(Rachel’s Vineyard Hotline) Birthright/ 1-800-550-4900

February 7, 2016

Dear Parishioners,

Today we celebrate the Fifth Sunday of Ordinary

Time. It is hard to believe that just a few weeks ago we

were singing Christmas Carols and in just a few days we

will be singing Lenten Hymns. The change in the Church’s

seasons will be very noticeable. We move from a

beautifully decorated church to one with a stark

atmosphere. Our music changes from the much loved

Carols to a more somber tone.

The theme of todays Scripture readings helps us to

focus on the true theme of Ash Wednesday - that of Christ

calling us to follow him. Todays readings are all about

being called by Christ to a deeper examining of our faith.

“The Sunnous” - our hymn at the Preparation of

Gifts sums up this entire upcoming season of Lent. Let us

all consider at length the opening words of the hymn “Will

you come and follow me - If I but call your name. Will you

let my life be grown in you and you in me?”.

Joe Wozniak, Music Director

JANUARY 2016 “500 CLUB” WINNER

VICTOR MATARAZZO

Catholic Family Books - for all ages can be found in the front lobby of the church (Bloomfield Ave);

check out the two book racks. Each month new books are added - the selections and authors are varied. Browse the books – use the envelopes in the books to place the money and put the envelopes in the collection basket or bring it to the rectory. Lent is a good time to begin! Any questions please call Sr. Justine at 973-226-0209 x37 or e-mail jpintop@verizon.net.

DURING LENT:

STATIONS

OF THE CROSS

EVERY FRIDAY

AT 7:00 PM

Spanish:

Wednesdays

at 7:30 pm

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Update

On Saturday, February 13, 2016 the St.

Aloysius RCIA Candidates will participate in the

Rite of the Call to Continuing Conversion at the

Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark.

Based on the testimony given by the RCIA Team

and the support of our Parish, Archbishop John

J. Myers will recognize the desire of our baptized

Candidates for the Sacraments of Confirmation

and Eucharist to be celebrated in our Parish

during the Easter Season. The RICA Candidates

are:

Vanessa DeNotoris Arianne Grevesen

Tanner Grevesen Liam Holland

Joelle Pagano Patrick Piegari

John Russomanno Luis Saroriocristaido

(Caldwell University

student)

On Sunday, February 14, 2016 the St.

Aloysius RCIA Catechumens will participate in

the Rite of Election at the Cathedral Basilica of

the Sacred Heart in Newark. Based on the

testimony and support given by the St. Aloysius

Spanish Community, Archbishop John J. Myers

will recognize the desire of our Catechumens to

receive the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation

and Eucharist at this year’s Easter Vigil Mass.

The RCIA Catechumens are:

Anyeli Guerrero Arvelo

Yasmin Arvelo Candelaria

Please keep all these parishioners in your prayers.

COME JOIN US

FOR A FISH FRY

at

St. Aloysius Church Auditorium 219 Bloomfield Avenue

Caldwell, NJ Hosted by

our Social Concerns Committee Food Prepared by Caldwell Seafood

Friday February 19, 2016 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm Eat in - Take Out

Dinners include:

Fish & Chips Cole Slaw Tartar Sauce/Malt Vinegar or Chicken Fingers for Children Dessert Coffee Soft Drinks

TICKETS: Advance Sales At Door *

Adults $15.00 $17.00

Children $12.00 $12.00

(under 10)

Advanced Sales through February 14TH

* Pending seating availability

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Please complete and return the information below, with payment, to the Rectory or Parish Center.

Please indicate Fish Fry on envelope.

We are in need of volunteers.

Volunteer _________________________________

Family Name _______________________________

Phone Number ______________________________

Number attending : Adults ____

Children (under 10) ________ Chicken Fingers ______ Fish Fry _____

Amount Enclosed _________ Eat In _______ Take Out _______

Please contact Mary DelVecchio at 201-452-2328 or Sr. Justine at 973-226-0209 x37

Parishes of West Essex Announce

10th Anniversary Lenten Faith Quest Speaker Series

The parishes of West Essex will present the 10th annual Lenten Adult Spirituality Forum - FAITH QUEST on Wednesday evenings February 24th, March 2nd, March 9th and March 16th, 2016 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at St. Thomas More Parish in Fairfield, N.J. The program is open to the public and the three speaker topic areas are: Prayer and Spirituality, Sacred Scripture, and Faith in Practice. Faith Quest is an initiative of St. Aloysius, Our Lady of Blessed Sacrament, Notre Dame and St. Thomas More.

Prayer in Spirituality Presenters:

February 24 - Nonprofit chief executive Greg Tobin will speak on “The Spirituality of St. Patrick.” He has published dozens of books including “The Wisdom of St. Patrick: Inspirations from the Patron Saint of Ireland”, “The Good Pope” (a biography of John XXIII), “Selecting the Pope, Holy Father” (a biography of Pope Benedict XVI), and “Religion in America” (as co-general editor). Tobin holds a master’s degree in theology from Immaculate Conception Seminary School of Theology and is a graduate of Yale University.

March 2 – Author and counselor Dr. Ginger Grancagnolo will speak on “The Last Seven Words of Christ: A Meditation for Life.” She will look at Good Friday, the darkest hours of humanity when Jesus Christ hung limp and dying upon the cross and how he spoke seven times with words that sound contradictory. What was He really saying? How are these words a bridge from fear to freedom? Grancagnolo has extensive experience in education, psychology and theology and holds a doctorate in Christian ministry.

Sacred Scripture Presenters:

February 24 – Father Gene Gniewyk, retired parochial vicar of St. Thomas More in Fairfield, will speak on “The Story of Joseph and His Brothers” and how the story can give Jews and Christians hope in today’s world. Father holds degrees from Seton Hall University and Immaculate Conception Seminary.

March 2 – Father Gene Gniewyk, retired parochial vicar of St. Thomas More in Fairfield, will present on “Psalm 22: A primer of Prayer for Jesus and the Christian.” Father will look at how the psalm parallels the life of Jesus and can give meaning to one’s life.

Faith in Practice Presenters:

February 24 – Father Tom Dente, pastor of Notre Dame Parish in North Caldwell, will present on “The Jubilee Year of Mercy.” Pope Francis announced a Jubilee Year of Mercy which began on December 8, 2015. Join Fr. Dente as he unpacks the meaning of the Holy Year of Mercy and how God’s mercy can touch your life. Father is also the director of the Office of Divine Worship for the Archdiocese of Newark, serves on the Archdiocesan Liturgical Commission, and is an active member of the Federation of Diocesan Liturgical Commissions. He holds a Master of Divinity degree from Immaculate Conception Seminary and an M.A. in Liturgical Studies from the University of Notre Dame.

March 2 – Educator Jonathon D. Lace will speak on “Theology and Science: A Catholic Understanding.” He teaches biblical studies and iOS application development at Seton Hall Preparatory School. He created the Theologica for iPhone app and is co-host of the podcast “Vernacular” which focuses on faith, culture and meaning. Lace is a member of the American Academy of Religion, the Society for Biblical Studies, the Center for Theology and the Natural Sciences and the American Teilhard Association.

Location - St. Thomas More parish is located at 12 Hollywood Ave, Fairfield, NJ An offering of $3.00 per session or $10.00 for the four week series is requested to help defray expenses. Pre-registration is also requested. For a brochure and registration form, contact any of the other sponsoring parishes. Attendance at prior sessions is not necessary to benefit from participation at a later session. All sessions qualify for catechist certification.

PARISH STAFF INFORMATION

Rev. Msgr. Michael J. Desmond – Pastor

Rev. Patrick R. Flannery - Parochial Vicar

Rev. Edinson E. Ramirez - Parochial Vicar

Rev. Msgr. Michael E. Kelly – Weekend Asst.

Pastoral Associates for Faith Formation -

Jackie Alworth & Edward Karpinski

Sr. Justine Pinto, O.P. – Pastoral Associate

Sr. Alice Uhl, O.P. – RCIA Coordinator

Joseph J. Wozniak – Organist /Music Dir.

Linda Graves - Trustee

Dr. Carmine LoMonaco – Trustee

Brian Bambrick - Parish Council President

James (Rick) Cahill – Chair, Finance Council

Rectory: 219 Bloomfield Ave, Caldwell NJ

Tel: 973-226-0221 Fax: 973-226-2204

Website: www.stalscaldwell.org

Email: info@stalscaldwell.org

facebook.com/StAlsCaldwell twitter.com/StAlsCaldwell

Parish Center:

253 Bloomfield Ave, Caldwell NJ 07006

Religious Ed., 973-226-0209

Jackie Alworth, Rel. Ed. PreK-6th - Ext. 35

Ed Karpinski, Rel. Ed. 7th/8th grade – Ext. 29 Email:

religioused@stalscaldwell.org

Social Justice, Sr. Justine Pinto , O.P. - Ext. 37

RCIA, Sr. Alice Uhl, O.P. – Ext. 30

FAITH DIRECT

Faith Direct is an electronic alternative to collection

envelopes. Call the rectory for info.

Collection for weekend of January 23rd & 24th

First Collection: $ 3,628.00

Repairs and Maintenance: $ 1,870.00

Trinity Academy & Trinity Early Childhood

Middle States accredited school, provides education

for the whole person: mind, body and soul. Trinity

Academy is co-sponsored by St. Aloysius, Notre Dame

and Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament parishes.

235 Bloomfield Avenue, Caldwell, NJ 07006

Tel: 973-226-3386 Fax: 973-226-6548

Principal – Mary Cassels

Website: www.TrinityK8.com

Dear Brothers and Sisters,

With great joy and excitement we write to you about the upcoming Women’s Day of Reflection www.rcan.org/

womenscommission (Sat., Feb. 27, 2016); and Catholic Men’s Conference www.rcanmenscommission.org

(Sat., March 5, 2016); both at Seton Hall University.

Both events, this year, are a little shorter. They end with Mass at 12:30 p.m. This allows more time for the

participants to be with their families and to reap the spiritual benefits of the day together. Once again, we have

dynamic and inspiring speakers. It is our hope and prayer that the environment of the day: the speakers, the

prayer, the community, the sacraments, all together will help all attendees present encounter the Lord and come

that much closer to Him.

This Jubilee Year of Mercy makes these days a true pilgrimage event. Come and pray together in fellowship.

Meatloaf Saturday Meatloaf Saturday this month will be February 20th.

Please drop meatloaves to the rectory by 10:00 a.m. on

Saturday. If anyone would like information on this

ministry, please call Howard Hardwick at 973-226-8144.

Saint Aloysius Parish - Lenten Soup

Suppers 2016

During the season of Lent you are invited

to enjoy a Soup Supper on Fridays,

February 26th, March 4th, and March 11th.

It is an evening for the whole family to share a

Lenten meal with other parishioners and

families. We will begin with prayer at 5:45

(right after the 5:15 Lenten Mass).

Soup will be served immediately following the opening prayer. Our meal is shared

in the parish gym/auditorium. A free willing offering/donations will be sent to

various organizations.

The menu will include three kinds of homemade meatless soups, fresh bread and

crackers, beverages and cookies. In order to prepare for the event we will need to

know the number of persons attending.

Please complete and return the tear off below to the Rectory or Parish Center and

indicate the evenings you will attend and the number of children and adults.

Please put Lenten Soup Suppers on the return envelope ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Family Name ____________________________________________________

Date of Soup Supper: February 26th: Number attending adults_____________ children___________ Please respond by February 22nd Volunteer? Name ___________________ Phone # _________________ March 4th: Number attending adults____________ children _____________ Please respond by February 29th Volunteer? Name ___________________ Phone # _________________ March 11th: Number attending adults ____________ children_____________ Please respond by March 7th Volunteer? Name ___________________ Phone # _________________

Please call Sister Justine at 973-226-0209x37 or Dee Taylor at 973-226-0209x32

to sign up or for additional information.