From the Pastor’s Desk

Stewardship Reflection… “”...Give to the Most High as He has given to you, generously, according to your means,” Sieach 35:7-10

October 7, 2018 -:- Twenty-Seventh Sunday In Ordinary Time

The Church of Saint Theresa

As a parish we gave $6,666.00 ($468.00 is through Parish Giving ) Renovation Fund $2,300.00 as a Gift to God the weekend of September 29/30

St. Theresa Reflection… “ Lord, I suffer willingly for Thee whatsoever Thou art pleased should befall me.” St. Theresa

Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time Sunday

Gn 2:18-24; Heb 2:9-11; Mk 10:2-16 or 10:2-12 Monday

Gal 1:6-12; Lk 10:25-37 Tuesday

Gal 1:13-24; Lk 10:38-42 Wednesday

Gal 2:1-2, 7-14; Lk 11:1-4 Thursday

Gal 3:1-5; Lk 11:5-13 Friday

Gal 3:7-14; Lk 11:15-26 Saturday

Gal 3:22-29; Lk 11:27-28

Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

“So out of the ground the Lord God formed every beast of the field and every bird of the air, and brought them to the man to see what he would call them; and whatever the man called every living creature, that was its name.” (GENESIS 2:19) The creation story reminds us of two important points. First, since the start, God has put the entire world into our care. Second, stewardship has been around since the beginning of mankind, it isn’t something recently invented by the Church. Just as past generations built our Church, it is now our responsibility to continue to nurture and develop these gifts for future generations.

The Voice of God

During my time as seminarian I experienced an event that was very meaningful for me and for all the young men in formation at that time, namely, the installation of 3 new bells at the Redemptoris Mater Seminary. From that day onward the sound of the bells introduced and accented every meaningful moment of the life of the Seminary: the different hours of prayer dedicated to the Breviary, the daily celebration of Mass, the Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, the call of important formational meetings,… all those moments were preceded by the tolling of the bells and we knew that if the bells were ringing we had to leave everything and go. Our Rector then put it in a very simple but beautiful way: “The bells are the voice of God calling you to intimacy with him, they are a reminder that God is constantly looking for you to have a relationship with you”. Thus for me the bells are always the voice of God calling me to be with Him. That is why I am so glad that we were able to restore the bells of St. Theresa’s and that now we can hear their ringing ten minutes before each weekend Mass, every morning 10 minutes before the 9:00am Mass and every day at Midday and at 6:00pm (Angelus). Somebody was telling me that he grew up in Kenilworth hearing their sound in the neighborhood, and all of a sudden they stopped and it was like something that was part of their daily life was missing. Now every time he hears them, he is brought back to his younger years, and I was thinking: who knows how many people will be reached by this sound (Catholic and non-Catholic) and they will turn their thoughts—even for a moment—to the Lord and to his goodness to all. Yes, I am sure the bells will make us all feel younger and more joyful in the spirit. “Bless the LORD, O My Soul who redeems your life from the pit, and crowns you with loving devotion and compassion, who satisfies you with good things,so that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s. The LORD executes righteousness and justice for all the oppressed.…” (From Psalm 103) Have a blessed Sunday! Fr. Giovanni

Bulletin Articles DEADLINE is Monday 5pm prior to the Sunday. To submit information, drop off to the rectory marked Attention: Bulletin or email to stparish@thechurchofsttheresa.org

OCTOBER 7, 2018 TWENTY-SEVEMTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME THE CHURCH OF SAINT THERESA - PAGE 4

2018 Public Square Rosary Crusade Where: In front of the Kenilworth Municipal Building When: Saturday, October 13, 2018 Time: 11:45 Sign in 12:00pm: Recitation of the Rosary Rain or Shine All are welcome.

ST. THERESA LIL’ STALLIONS DAYCARE PART TIME DAYCARE WORKERS NEEDED

St. Theresa Lil' Stallions Daycare Program is in need of part time caregivers. If you are interested in providing a loving and nurturing environment for children from 6 weeks to 36 weeks please contact us at 908-276-7220.

YOUTH MINISTRY Tonight, all high school students are invited to join us for our meeting being held at St. Michael’s in Cranford. Come along, and bring a friend! Tonight is our “Outdoor Movie Night” being held in the back parking lot of St. Mikes. We open at 7pm. and the movie will start shortly after 7:30pm. Don’t forget Great Adventure Trip slips are due in by next week! Get the latest information about the Youth Ministry Program on our Web Page at www.stmtym.com . You can also reach Rich via email at rich@stmtym.com , or at the Youth Ministry Office at 276-5990.

Columbus Day The rectory office will be closed on Monday, October 14th in observance of the holiday

Harvest Craft and Vendor Fair When: Saturday, October 13th Where: David Brearley Middle/High School 401 Monroe Avenue, Kenilworth Time: 9:00am—4:00pm. Admission is FREE Vendors such as Thirty One, Partylite, Scentsy, Steeped Tea, Paparazzi Jewelry, LuLa Roe, Pampered Chief, Touchstone, Isagenix, Simple Inspirations Embroidery, Gimmie Sugar Bake Shop and much, much more!

Name Change We are changing the title of “Ladies of the Morning Rosary” to Mary’s Rosary Warriors. Recitation of the Rosary and Divine Mercy Chaplet is said in the Chapel, Monday thru Saturday after the 9:00 am Mass. Men, Women and Children, all are welcome.

Parish Communion Breakfast When: Sunday, October 28th after the 9:00am Where: Mass in McVeigh Hall. Tickets: $25.00 (must be purchased in advance) Tickets on sale after all Masses the following weekends: October 6/7, October 13/14 and October 20/21. Speaker” Frank Korn “The Churches of Rome”.

Social Concerns Committee Will be creating the Thanksgiving baskets for those in need again this year. We are in dire need of the following items to ensure these families have a nice holiday. Instant Mashed Potatoes, Stuffing, Turkey Gravy (canned or envelope preferred), Cranberry Sauce and Yams, as well as, Cereal, Canned Tuna, Canned Chicken, Macaroni & Cheese and Tomato Sauce. Monetary donations are always welcome and can be delivered or mailed to the rectory care of Social Concerns.

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In Memoriam Host: Parishioner Intentions Wine: Parishioner Intentions Sanctuary Lamp: Parishioner Intentions Saturday, October 6 7:00 AM Parishioner Intentions 9:00 AM Raymond Vetter (Birthday) * Arleen Vetter 5:30 PM Petty Pryor (7th Ann.) & Carol Ann Kratzer (3rd Ann.) * Joe & Diane Kratzer Sunday, October 7 7:30 AM Mary Grogan (2nd Ann.) * Ed & Tim Grogan 9:00 AM Consuelo Hoyumpa (9th Ann.) * JR & Reme Escamilla & Family 10:30 AM George E. Price (Birthday) * Family 12:00 PM Walter Gauer * Grandson, Richard Dalbo (Divine Mercy Adoration after the 12:00 Mass) 5:00 PM Ralph Candelieri * Dawn Polito D'Onofrio Monday, October 8 7:00 AM Philip Giacalone (50th Ann.) * Giacalone Family 9:00 AM Angelo & Mary Bianchino (23rd Ann.) * Calemme Family 7:30 PM Nelson Santos (2nd Ann.) * Lillian Santos Eucharistic Adoration 12:30pm-7:30pm Tuesday, October 9 7:00 AM David Arpino * Pasquale Arpino 9:00 AM Mildred & John Murray (Ann.) * Ron & Jane Salerno Wednesday, October 10 7:00 AM Manuel DeAlmeida (12th Ann.) * Wife 9:00 AM Maria Girolo-Cuppari * Francesca & Antonio Cuppari 7:30 PM Ordner Family * From Son Thursday, October 11 7:00 AM Ronald Bantang * Deacon Joseph Caporaso 9:00 AM Giuseppe Squillacioti (Ann.) * Daughter, Lena & Family Friday, October 12 7:00 AM Mary Grondin (Birthday) * The Grondin Family 9:00 AM Giuseppe Squillacioti (32nd Ann.) * Daughter, Vittoria & Family Saturday, October 13 7:00 AM Maria Arpino * Pasquale Arpino 9:00 AM Gorgonio Escamilla (5th Ann.) * JR & Reme Escamilla & Family 5:30 PM Rose Brixie (24th Ann.) * John & Roslind Brixie Sunday, October 14 7:30 AM Francis Tarantino * Gloria & Ron Friedman 9:00 AM Giulia Vizzoni (7th Ann.) * Francesco Aiello 10:30 AM Angelo A. DeSarno (32nd Ann.) * Judy & Jack Redling & Family 12:00 PM Bernard Koziol (22nd Ann.) * Pauline Kozial

A Note from Fr. Giovanni Dear parishioners, I want to share with you that at my installation, besides some very appreciated material goods (cookies, wine basket, gift cards, sculpture and statue,...) I have received $ 2,700.00 in cash and checks. Am very moved by your generosity and I want you to know that I will use the entire sum for one of our projects in the Church. Thank you!!

Join Us for Adult Bible Study! Join us from 7:30 – 8:30 PM on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month for study and fellowship in the basement of the church rectory (entrance on N 22nd St). At each session, we will look ahead to the Sunday mass readings for the upcoming two weeks. These readings can be found on the website of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops: www.usccb.org [1]. For more information, contact John Tintera at (908)265-6148 or email john.tintera@gmail.com.

The Midtown Men, the original stars from Broadway’s Jersey Boys, will perform a Benefit Concert with all ticket proceeds supporting Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark. When: Saturday, November 10th at 8:00pm. Where: Union County Performing Ares Center, Rahway, NJ. Ticket Info: www.ucpac.org or 732-499-8226. Event Info: Catholic Charities 973-639-6531.Join us for a great show, all while supporting a worthy cause!

Little Flower Pro-Life Ministry Life Chain Sunday, October 7, 2018 from 2:00pm-3:00pm. Join us for Respect for Life, you, your family and friends are invited to the 31st annual “Life Chain” on Kenilworth Boulevard (one of over 1500 sites in the U.S and Canada). This peaceful, prayerful public witness of pro-life Americans standing in honor of the estimated 57 million lives lost to abortion. We will gather at 1:30pm across from The Church of St. Theresa’s at 541 Washington Ave. (Please park in the school parking lot.) Any questions please contact: Pam Kimmel 908-267-4667 or Jessica Escobar Jessica5916@outlook.com. Please join us, the more links in our chain, the greater the positive results! Rain or Shine. Water, Lawn Chairs, umbrellas and strollers are welcome!