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SAINT JAMES the APOSTLE CHURCH

45 SOUTH SPRINGFIELD AVENUE SPRINGFIELD, NEW JERSEY 07081-2301 OFFICE: 973-376-3044 FACSIMILE: 973-376-0560

FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT

The Parish is Served by

Rev. Joseph F. Barbone, M.A., Pastor [email protected], [email protected]

Rev. Jeong Gyeong Kim, Parochial Vicar [email protected]

Rev. Everest Baniyet, In Residence

Rev. John D. Dennehy, Weekend Associate

Mr. Jerome Bongiovanni, Permanent Deacon [email protected]

Mr. Daniel O’Neill, Permanent Deacon [email protected]

Mr. Arthur Bandel, Permanent Deacon

www.saintjamestheapostle.org

MASS SCHEDULE

SUNDAY 7:30AM ~ 9:00AM ~ 10:30AM ~ 12:00PM ~ 7:00PM

Anticipated Mass ~ Saturday 5:00PM

DAILY MASS Weekday: Novena 7:10AM ~ Mass 7:30AM Saturday Novena 7:40AM ~ Mass 8:00AM

Evening Novena ~ Monday Evenings 6:45PM

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Saturday at 11:00AM

Rectory Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:00AM ~ 4:00PM Friday: 9:00AM ~ 4:00PM

Because of its connection with the baptismal promises, the Roman Missal recommends that the faithful recite the Apostles' Creed on the Sundays of Lent and Easter. At Mass on Sunday, the Apostles’ Creed may be found on the inside front cover of our parish hymnals. It is printed here for use in your daily prayer:

Apostle’s Creed I believe in God, the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord,

All bow at the following words up to and including: …..the Virgin Mary

who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried; he descended into hell; on the third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven; and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty; from there he will come to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting.

Amen.

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"LET US FAST IN SUCH A WAY THAT WE LAVISH OUR LUNCHES UPON THE POOR, SO THAT WE MAY NOT STORE UP IN OUR PURSES WHAT WE INTENDED TO EAT, BUT

RATHER IN THE STOMACHS OF THE POOR." (An Advent Sourcebook: The Forty Days, Book One, p. 72).

We begin the First week of Lent as we always do, in the desert. The desert was always seen as a place of mystery, and of encountering God. The desert was filled with unusual and unknown experiences, which could easily fright-en people. In the desert there were two elements, heat and sand. So Jesus is brought to the desert to encounter the personification of evil, Satan. Jesus was tempted as we are all tempted by prestige and power. But he never gave in to the tempter, because of his relationship with the Father. Our difficulty is that it is too easy to give in to power, prestige, titles and positions, thinking that we are greater than we really are. Our greatness comes from our relationship with God, as expressed in Jesus Christ. But it is so easy to get lost in ourselves, thinking that with all we have accomplished in life, we don't need or want God. This is why we have Lent. This is the time the church gives to us so that we can take a look at our lives to see whether they are consistent with what our faith in Jesus means. In other words, we have to look at our lives to see what changes we need to make so that we can better reflect the presence of Christ in them. For some of us, it may not require a great deal of change, only a little bit. But for others, it may require a great deal of work to improve our lives and our relationship with God. Only we know what needs to done, so we have 40 days to work on our relationship with God so that we are prepared to celebrate the Great Feast and Season of Easter. But we have a problem with Lent. We tend to do the same thing each year, giving things up and thinking we are really sacrificing. Sacrifice is meant for us to change our ways and our lives, and that only happens when we make serious attempts to change our words, our attitudes and our actions. Usually we go back after Lent to what we have "given up," without any real change in our lives. Lent is about conversion, from turning away from ourselves and turning to God, so that we can better reflect his life in ours. Lent is a serious time for people who are serious about improving their relationship with God so that they can better improve their relationship with others. Don't worry about giving up candy, or smoking or whatever else you might do this season. This is a time to work on becoming a better person, one who reflects the love of Christ in life. Maybe it requires us to be more gentle and kind with our parents, children, siblings and co-workers. This is much more difficult and requires a great deal more effort than giving anything up for Lent. This might make your Lent much more rewarding than in years past. As you entered the church, you may have noticed as few additions. There is a reliquary with the relics of St. John Neumann, St. Theresa of the Little Flower, St. Anthony, Padre Pio, and the True Cross. In addition, there are icons of Our Lady of the Assumption, the Saints of the Americas and of a family who was a part of the Church of Our lady of the Assumption, Bayonne. These were all given to me to preserve, and the best place is in our church. Thanks to Deacon Art and his son-in-law, Chuck, for installing them for your benefit. HAPPY LENT!!!

FR. JOE

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FROM THE PASTOR

STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURES Your continued and consistent generosity raised:

February 6/7, 2016 $9,767.00

$8,257.00 Collection ~ $1,510.00 Online Giving

J esus says, i t i s far better to g ive than to rece ive To s ign up for Onl ine Giving go to : www.sa int jamestheapost le .org

ONLINE GIVING: Online Giving is the easy way to support our parish. Please visit our parish website to sign-up:

www.saintjamestheapostle.org

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Lent At Saint James Church MASS WILL BE CELEBTRATED EACH EVENING DURING LENT

Mondays through Fridays at 7:00PM

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LECTIO DIVINA St. John’s Room Monday Mornings at 6:30AM

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STATIONS OF THE CROSS 8:30AM Friday mornings with the St. James School Community

and 7:30PM all are welcome!

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PARISH LENTEN RECONCILIATION PRAYER SERVICE Tuesday, March 15 ~ 7:45PM

(immediately following 7:00PM Mass)

LENTEN REGULATIONS

The days of both Fast and Abstinence during Lent are Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. The other Fridays of Lent are days of Abstinence. On a day of Fast, only one (1) full meal is permitted, and two (2) smaller meals, which, if added together, would not exceed the main meal in quantity.

Those between the ages of 18 and 59 are obliged to Fast. On a day of Abstinence, no meat may be eaten. Those who have reached the age of 14 are obliged by the law of abstinence.

The obligation to observe the laws of Fast and Abstinence “substantially”, or as a whole, is a serious obligation.

The Fridays of the year, outside of Lent, are designated as days of penance, but each individual may substitute for the traditional abstinence from meat some other practice of voluntary self-denial as penance.

The time for fulfilling the Paschal Precept (Easter Duty*) extends from the First Sunday of Lent, February 14, 2016 to the Solemnity of the Holy Trinity, May 22, 2016.

*Canon 920, §1. All the faithful, after they have been initiated into the Most Holy Eucharist, are bound by the obligation of receiving Communion at least once a year.

SAINT JAMES THE APOSTLE CHURCH BULLETIN 638 :: FEBRUARY 14, 2016

MUSIC MINISTRY NEWS

Mrs. Faith MacDonnell and Mr. Matthew Wilson

CALLING ALL CHORISTERS AND CHERUBS! Please note the changes for rehearsal dates:

Chorister rehearsals have been changed from Thursday to Tuesday afternoons from 3:15-4:45PM in the church. Cherubs will join the Choristers to prepare for

Easter beginning Tuesday, February 23 from 3:15-4:45PM.

Adult Choir Rehearsal will take place immediately after the Evening Mass during Lent. If you have any questions please email or speak to either Faith MacDonnell or Matthew Wilson, Directors of Music.

SHARING OUR FAITH

Get Involved and Get to Know Our Community

PLEASE JOIN THE DEACONS OF ST. JAMES THE APOSTLE PARISH AS THEY LEAD US

IN PRAYING

THE PATRIOTIC ROSARY

OFFERED IN CONSECRATION OF OUR NATION

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2016

We will begin at approximately 8:30AM, immediately following the conclusion of the 8:00AM Mass

The Patriotic Rosary is a beautiful and powerful prayer asking for God’s protection and guidance for our Nation. While praying the traditional Catholic Rosary we will dedicate one Hail Mary to each state of the United States. We will also pray for our national leaders and for the leaders of our Catholic Church. Inspiring patriotic music will be incorporated throughout the Rosary. This will include favorites such as America the Beautiful, The Battle Hymn of the Republic, God Bless America, and more. Brief letters written by George Washington, John Adams and oth-ers will be read during the Rosary. These letters touch on our Heavenly Father’s guiding love in the develop-ment of our nation. The Rosary, patriotic music, and historical readings ---- all coming together as we ask for God’s protection and mercy for our Nation.

Please join the St. James Deacons and the St. James Parish Family as we pray The Patriotic Rosary.

PARISH SENIORS NEWS

Mrs. Mary Yurino, President

We're an active group of seniors that meet the second Monday of each month at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 60 Howard St., Summit, N.J.

We have guest speakers come talk to us at our meetings, we take trips and enjoy socializing with one another. New members are always welcome!

For more information call Mary Yurino, President 908-464-3130.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Sharing With One Another


ATTENTION BOWLERS

Are you looking for some fun and exercise? If so the Knights of Columbus Bowling League is just the ticket! We bowl every other Sunday from September to May from 6:30 PM to between 9:00 PM and 9:15 PM at:

Hanover Lanes Rte. 10 East , Hanover, NJ

$16.00 per person Includes Free Bowling Banquet and awards

You need not have a complete team. You can join and we will place you on a team. Teams consist of 4 mem-bers, either mixed or all male or all female, all ages.

Even though the season has already begun you are still welcome to join. If you are interested please call Irene at (973) 868 -8038. You can join at any time. Hope to hear from you soon.

MONDAY EVENING NOVENA The next collection will take place the weekend of

February 27/28 before the 5:00PM Mass on Saturday evening and between 10:00AM and 12:00PM Noon on Sunday, in the Gathering Area of the Church.

Sandwich collections will also take place Monday, February 29 from the School Kitchen between 8:00-11:00AM. No March collection due to Easter. Anyone interested in volunteering to help deliver to St. Joe’s please contact Lisa Gillo 908-232-5304 or [email protected].

FEED MY PEOPLE

Mrs. Lisa Gillo, Coordinator

DURING LENT WILL BEGIN AT 6:30PM IN THE

CHURCH

IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWED BY MASS.

SAVE THE DATE Saint James the Apostle School Annual Fundraiser

It's the Basket Bonanza!

April 16, 2016

You won't want to miss out on a fantastic evening of fun and fabulous prizes!

Do you know how to make a Proces-sional Palm Bouquet used on Palm Sunday, or would you like to learn how to make one? Join us on Tuesday, March 1 at 7:00PM in the Rectory where Michelle DeCagna will give a “refresher” course and help

you get started. If you are interested in joining us please contact Nancy Caputo by Monday, Feb. 22 so we can place our palm order!

THE LITTLE BLACK BOOK

The Weekday Gospel Lenten Prayer and Reflection Books have been donated in memory of

John D. Pflug, III and Garrett Gurrieri

By the Pflug Family

SCHOOL STUDENT SUNDAY Please join us in welcoming students and their families in grades Kindergarten and 5 of our parish school community as they join us for the 10:30a.m. Mass on February 14th.

A TIME TO SEEK

A TIME OF WAR & PEACE

We pray for all defending our freedom…

Luis Fonseca, Arthur Raymond, Frank Wulff, Aric Patten, Jack Lober, Stacy Enyeart, A.J. Carlucci,

David Bugel, Aaron Pluto, Samuel Lillie, Shane Fenton Tim Arentz, Stephen Patricco, Sean Curran,

Phillip Patten, Lt. Sean P. Eadie, Brian Braine

For all seminarians on the road to the priesthood, especially:

Danny Pabon, Peter Carey, Joseph Furnaguera, Andres Polanco, Sebastian Valencia, Diego Arce,

Dhanush Canisius, Harlan Acosta

THE PRAYER CORNER “To everything there is a season and a time for every purpose…”

A TIME TO HEAL

For all who are sick and suffering………

Bea Giacobbe, Brian Mather, Rita Dilly, Ana Harper, Susan Sullivan, Eva Brownfield, Ginny Sampson, Angela Raimondo, Remo Ambrosi, Karen Genco,

Richard McNelis, Charlotte McNelis, Kyle Noonan, Walter Mathias, Joseph Schubert, Cathy Tlesea,

Jean Comerford, Ronald Alaniz, Honorise DeSisto, Rosanne Treston, Sandra Turlowicz, John Rendiero, George Ondish, Frank Benson, Antoinette Pacifico, John Pangiochi, Evelyn Constant, Amelia Montana, Mary Grabowy, Miguel Antonio Garcia, Lisa Bellott,

Jay Patten, John Natale

MARIAN DEVOTION

Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament with Miraculous Medal Novena, Rosary and Benediction takes place on Monday evenings (as scheduled) from 6:45-7:30pm in our Church, Saint James, please feel free to join us.

HOLY HOUR FOR LIFE

Come join us in pray before the Blessed Sacrament on Wednesday, March 2 from 7:30PM-8:30PM at Holy Spirit Church, 984 Suburban Avenue, Union

WEEKLY MEMORIALS

SANCTUARY LAMP Charlie Wagner~ People of Saint James

BREAD AND WINE Pete Petino~ People of Saint James

DEVOTIONS AND MEMORIALS ~ Spiritual Offerings To have a loved one remembered through the

Sanctuary Lamp ~ Bread & Wine ~ Flowers By the Tabernacle Please call the Rectory Office ~ 973-376-3044


A TIME TO DIE

Frances Lewis, Ralph Keffer

……….and for all who have gone before us


SAGE HOME HEALTH CARE

S.A.G.E. Inc. provides health and personal care ser-vices that help clients remain in their homes. This of-fers a cost-effective and more desirable alternative to nursing home care.S.A.G.E. Inc., offers an experienced Clinical Nursing Team with over fifty years of experi-ence in Home Care.For more information call (908) 659-9668.

FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITY

FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

JOIN US SUNDAY, FEB. 14 AT 5:00PM Join us in the Gym for our Youth Ministry meeting.

Followed by 7:00pm Mass in the Church

YOUTH GROUP NEWS

Nisha Mathews & Meghan Wilson, Coordinators

EVANGELIZATION CORNER

Mrs. Kim Mailley, Coordinator

Special “thank you” to Sudz & Dudz for helping us out of a jam by laundering the tablecloths for our Discovering Christ program. If you stop in, please remember to thank them. If you are able to help us by preparing home-cooked meals for upcoming sessions of Discovering Christ please contact

Kim Mailley: 973-951-1631 or [email protected]

SAVE THE DATE! Join

The Saint James Seniors

SANDS CASINO

BETHLEHEM, PA

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20, 2016 9:00AM Bus Departs From St. James Parking Lot

SANDS CASINO ~ Cost: $30.00 GET BACK $20.00 VOUCHER TO BE USED IN

SLOT MACHINES PLUS $5.00 FOOD VOUCHER

50/50 tickets & donuts will be available before you get on the bus.

Questions Contact: Jim Geoghan 973-379-2714

Send check made payable to “Saint James Seniors” to:

Jim Geoghan 20 Laurel Drive

Springfield, New Jersey 07081-2410

LENTEN ALMSGIVING FEBRUARY 27/28

The foundational call of Christians to charity is a frequent theme of the Gospels. During Lent, we are asked to focus more intently on "almsgiving," which means donating money or goods to the poor and performing other acts of charity. As one of the three pillars of Lenten practice, almsgiving is "a witness to fraternal charity" and "a work of justice pleasing to God." (Catechism of the Catholic Church, no. 2462).

Are you ready for Lent? Visit our Lighthouse Catholic Media kiosk in the Gathering Area. We will be stocking new CD titles perfect for your Lenten experience!

We encourage you to also visit:

www.lighthousecatholicmedia.org

and click on the store tab. You can view the hundreds of titles available for us to offer you or for you to order on your own. You can let us know what titles or catego-ries you are most interested in listening to.

MY BELOVED SON: MEDITATIONS FOR LENT

Bishop Robert Barron offers five sermons on the spiritual discipline we must cultivate in the Lenten season, a discipline centered in Christ. These medita-tions cover topics such as finding our identity in God, prayer as the key to mission, our thirst for God, how to end our alienation from God, and how to joyfully em-brace the way of happiness.

We hope you enjoy and use this kiosk often!

PARISH SCHOOL NEWS

Mrs. Caroline Ponterio, Principal Los estudiantes de Saint James pueden hablar

Espanol ! (Saint James students can speak Spanish!)

It is very exciting to see how much interest Spanish is getting at Saint James the Apostle School at this point in this school year. Intro to World Language is taught to students in PreK-3 up to 5th grade by Mr. Eligio Cruz.

Pre-K classes are matching colors and numbers in Spanish as well as recognizing shapes. However, it is the fact that our PreK-classes are learning to pray in Spanish. Praying in Spanish makes the language very relevant in transmitting the Catholic faith while improv-ing language skills.

The Kindergarten class has begun learning how to recognize the four seasons and weather patterns for each one of them. Through the use of flash cards, students are learning how to pronounce and say weather conditions. Using pictures representing specific weather conditions, students are learning how to say “cloudy”, “windy”, “snow” and “rain”. In addition, Kindergartners are learning how to recognize and say body parts from head to toe, while continuing to im-press Senor Crus with their counting to 20 skills.

First graders are very enthusiastic in learning new vocabulary words involving objects they easily recognize and relate to such as house, car, bed, chair, table and others words to identify food and animals. They are learning to form phrases using names, shapes and colors. Fantastico!

Second grade is learning how to use phrases such as “No entiendo” which means “I do not understand”, “Como se dice?” which means “How do you say?” and phrases corresponding to commands such as “Baja la mano” which means “lower your hand.”

The third, fourth and fifth grades are reading short stories at different levels and Spanish publications dealing with topics of current events and comprehen-sion to introduce of new vocabulary words into their discussion.

We are making Spanish relevant to the students at Saint James the Apostle School! Intro to World Language is a minor subject and classes meet once per week. When students enter the 6th grade, World Language becomes a major subject and classes meets more fre-quently.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS

Mrs. Nancy Caputo, Director All Home Study 5th & 8th Graders have the option of taking the ACRES Survey on either Sunday, Feb. 21 or Tuesday, Feb. 23. If you have not emailed your preference, please do so as soon as possible. 7th & 8th Grades will again join together for class and Mass on Sunday, Feb. 21 at 6:30PM. Please remem-ber to come to Hatcher Hall and not go directly to the church.


Saint James is pleased to announce that we will again be hosting families from Family Promise of Union County for two weeks this year! Families will arrive on Sunday, June 26 and depart Sunday, July 10. If you were a volunteer last year, help spread the word by encouraging family, friends and neighbors to join us! All parishioners volunteering for activities and /or overnight stays must have Protecting God’s Children Training and agree to a Background Check. The link to “sign-up genius” will be available on our website in May. This year we will purchase the privacy “walls” to transform Hatcher Hall into their living quarters, we will need much help to erect the walls, hang drapes and set up their rooms. Donations toward the purchase of the materials for the “walls” are now being accepted. Please contact Nancy Caputo for volunteer application, donations and for more information. For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me.

Matthew 25: 35

COMMUNION AT MASS If you cannot walk up the aisle to receive Holy Communion and do not want to sit in the first pew, let us know and an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion will come to you at the end of the procession and administer the Body & Blood to you.

5:00PM (SATURDAY) Vincent Petrignani ~ Daughters Ann & Donna 7:30AM Margaret & Elizabeth Mongyi ~ Anna Mitsch 9:00AM Himelda Escorbar ~ Fanny Pinos 10:30AM Deceased Members of the Lesniewski Family~

Stan, Carol & Sydney Lesniewski 12:00PM Bernie & Susie LoMacchio ~ Daughter, Patty 7:00PM Arcangela DiAgostino ~ Fernanda Gabriele MONDAY, February 15 7:30AM Stan Stracey ~ Nancy Bernosky 7:00PM St. Anthony ~ Fanny Pinos TUESDAY, February 16 7:30AM Joseph Cirella ~ Williamson Family 7:00PM Mary Ellen Scott ~ Ludo & Maria Nolfo WEDNESDAY, February 17

The Seven Holy Founders of the Servite Order 7:30AM Alex Melleno ~ The Children 7:00PM For the People of Saint James THURSDAY, February 18 7:30AM Renato Garcia ~ Ted & Vangie Garcia 7:00PM Cornelio Medina ~ Son, Jose & Family FRIDAY, February 19 7:30AM Germaine Cruz ~ Rose Borja 7:00PM Theresa Gallo ~ Mr. & Mrs. Antonio Destito SATURDAY, February 20 8:00AM Arcangela DiAgostino ~ Assunta DiLegge SUNDAY, February 21 5:00PM (SATURDAY) Peg O’Neill ~ Joan Bratsch 7:30AM Hanna K. Chudek~ Husband & Family 9:00AM Mary Coughlin~ Colleen & Gene Duffy 10:30AM John Collins ~ Roethlin Family 12:00PM Giovanni Toncredi ~ Josephine Sessa 7:00PM Nick Donofrio ~ Mr. & Mrs. Michal Pinho

MASSES FOR THE WEEK First Sunday of Lent, Year C

Sunday, February 14, 2016

CALENDAR NEWS Mrs. Michelle Sblendorio,

Coordinator

SUNDAY 9:00AM 6:00PM

MONDAY 6:30AM 7:00PM

TUESDAY 3:15PM 3:45PM 7:00PM 7:00PM

WEDNESDAY 6:45PM 7:00PM

THURSDAY 7:00PM 7:00PM FRIDAY 8:30AM 7:00PM 7:30PM

SATURDAY SUNDAY 9:00AM 10:30AM 1:00PM 5:30PM 6:00PM 6:30PM

SUNDAY February 14 Religious Education (K-6)-School Contemporary Ensemble Rehearsal-Church MONDAY February 15 Lectio Divina-Rectory Evening Lenten Mass-Church TUESDAY February 16 Chorister Rehearsal-Church Religious Education (1-6)-School Home School Association Mtg-School Evening Lenten Mass-Church WEDNESDAY February 17 Discovering Christ—School Evening Lenten Mass-Church THURSDAY February 18 Adult Choir Rehearsal-Church Evening Lenten Mass-Church FRIDAY February 19 Stations of the Cross-Church Evening Lenten Mass-Church Stations of the Cross-Church SATURDAY February 20 SUNDAY February 21 Religious Education (k-6)-School RCIA I & II Boy Scouts Blue & Gold-Gym Youth Group-Gym Contemporary Ensemble Rehearsal-Church Religious Ed (7 & 8 Grades)-School


BULLETIN INFORMATION

Dates for using the parish buildings must be cleared by Michelle Sblendorio before being submitted to

the bulletin for submission. email: msblendorio or call: 973-376-3044

Information for the Weekly Bulletin needs to be emailed by

NOON ON MONDAYS TO: [email protected] and

[email protected]

PRESIDENT’S DAY FEBRUARY 15, 2016

THE PARISH RECTORY AND OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED

PASTOR Father Joseph F. Barbone, M.A.

[email protected], [email protected]

PAROCHIAL VICAR Father Silvano Kim

[email protected]

IN RESIDENCE Father Everest Baniyet

WEEKEND ASSOCIATE Father John D. Dennehy

PERMANENT DEACONS Deacon Arthur Bandel

Deacon Jerry Bongiovanni Deacon Dan O’Neill

PARISH SECRETARY/BOOKKEEPER Mrs. Michelle Sblendorio

[email protected]

SCHOOL OFFICE 41 South Springfield Avenue Springfield, NJ 07081

Main Office 973-376-5194 :: Facsimile 973-376-5228

PRINCIPAL Mrs. Caroline Ponterio, B.S., M.B.A.

[email protected]

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Mrs. Marilyn DePrimio [email protected]

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE Main Office 973-376-2061 :: Facsimile 973-376-4079

DIRECTOR OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Mrs. Nancy Caputo, M.Ed., Spec. Ed-Autism Cert.

[email protected]

ADMINSTRATIVE ASSISTANT Mrs. Colleen Tyra

[email protected]

DIRECTORS OF MUSIC MINISTRY Mrs. Faith MacDonnell & Mr. Matthew Wilson

973-376-3044 ext 115 [email protected] / [email protected]

PASTORAL ASSOCIATE FOR THE NEW EVANGELIZATION

Mrs. Kim Mailley [email protected]

PARISH TRUSTEES Mrs. Janet Petino & Mr. John Pflug

PARISH COUNCIL [email protected]

PARISH STAFF INFORMATION

Fr. Joe Barbone

SACRAMENT INFORMATION

Fr. Silvano Kim

BAPTISM Communal Baptisms are held on the last Sunday of each month at 1:30pm in the Church. Please see the dates listed below. Please contact the Parish Office for scheduling information.

RECONCILIATION Individual Confessions are heard every Saturday at 11:00am in the Church, or anytime by appointment.

EUCHARIST Communion can be brought to the sick and homebound either at home or in a facility. Please contact the Parish Office to make arrangements.

CONFIRMATION Adult Confirmation for those already Baptized and wish to complete their sacraments are encouraged to contact the Parish Office.

MARRIAGE Couples interested in marriage are asked to call the Parish Office at least one year prior to their desired date so that arrangements can be made.

VOCATIONS Is God calling you to the priesthood or Religious Life? Speak to one of our priests or call the Vocations Office 973-497-4365. Please continue to pray for an increase in vocations.

SACRAMENT OF THE SICK This Sacrament can be administered anytime. We make visits to area hospitals and nursing homes. Please contact the Parish Office.

THE RCIA PROCESS The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is a process where individuals who seek to receive the Sacraments of Initiation or who have never been baptized enter into full communion with the faith. Contact the Parish Office for details.

BAPTISM INFORMATION The catechesis class begins by attending the 12:00pm Mass with instruction about the rite and its meaning following Mass. Godparents are encouraged to attend. Baptism Ceremonies are held at 1:30pm and we ask that everyone arrive by 1:15pm. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a Baptism or catechesis please call the Parish Office at 973-376-3044.

CATECHESIS SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM March 13, May 1 April 3, 21


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