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This Week at OLA….

Sunday: Mass –8:00AM, 9:30AM, 11:00AM Monday: Women’s Prayer Group-4:30PM Chapel Bridge Club- St. Gabriel Hall Healthy Bones- 10:30-12:00 St. Gabriel Tuesday: RCIA- 7-9 PM St. Gabriel Hall. Wednesday: Peace Mass-6:15 PM Bible Study- 10-Noon St.. Gabriel Hall Choir-7:30 PM Church Thursday: Bridge Club-12:30PM St. Gabriel Hall Bible Study-6:45-8:45PM St. Gabriel Friday: Mom’s Group-9:30-1:00 St. Gabriel Hall 50+Singles Group-St. Gabriel Hall Saturday: Mass-8:00AM, 5:00PM Confession-4:00-4:30 PM

NicolasDzury…RonJost…CatherineCornell…JaredKerr…EdythBecmer BabyDelaney…MichaelLogan…Janet .Miller…TheresaCappuzi…Elaine Toth…JosephineSmith…BabyJames....MaryJaneTyrell…Sr.GraceParker AlyssaRoller…AdrianaDzury…CharlesAddis..Sr…LorettaDyer…Dee Peterson…JohnHee…MariaBiggs…CharlesDougherty…SamuelHart… VincenzoAngelucci…SteveDzury…CamilleFerruzzi…JacqueYoung…Pat Young…BobMcGowan...DoloresFlannagan…BillRavenkamp…BillSmith TomPikulinski.Sr…BrielleRoller…RandyMaso…EdPeterson…PegDelape…RobertS.Jones…KathyFerguson…HelenPolaski…JayDeVico…Sean& NicoleBurke…EmilyMcAvoy…RobertBeck…ErinWalsh.RosemaryReichertJohn&DorisRuppel..JenniferMansfield…JeanineAylmer…EmoryFerruzzi..DottieBrys… Arnold Gordon…. JeanHodgdos…IreneDiGilio MargaretLewandowski…LarryGadaleta…MargaretDoyle…MaryTurzo…MatthewAmfer…GerryMoffit…KathleenWainwright…EmilyWainwright… StephenBecmer…Pat Hartzell…Sonny Maresco…Klara Pedersen…William J.Carter,Jr…KevinMagee…AndreaBartley….DeaconRalphCatanese… Bill Donohue…John Broskey… To add or remove a name to the sick list, after 30 days please call the Parish Center at 465-5432.

World Marriage Day Next Sunday February 13th is World Marriage Day. World Marriage Day is an annual celebration to acknowledge the Sacrament of Matrimony by honoring the lifelong commitment of husband and wife.

Save these Dates

March 8th Mardi Gras 7:00 PM, March 13, -Ministry Fair after all Masses. Also ,Franciscan Mystery Players from 7-9pm in Church. More details to follow!

PASTOR’S CORNER The Journey continues. I decided not to sell the rectory and

have taken it off the market. We will instead focus our

resources on paying off the parish debt and building a much

needed parish center. Thank you for your prayers, they always

help to make the right decision.

This week we celebrated the Feast of St. Blasé and the Feast

of the Purification of the Blessed Mother, better known as

Candlemas Day.

St. Blasé was a 4th

C Bishop from Armenia now Croatia.

Tradition tells us that he saved a small boy from choking on a

fish bone. Because of this people through the ages have sought

his help, especially those who are afflicted with ailments of

the throat. On Feb. 3, the Feast of St. Blasé, the church

continues its ministry to the sick through the blessing of

throats.

The blessing, which usually takes place after Mass, asks God‟s

healing and protection. Two blessed candles, joined in the

form of a cross and usually tied with a red ribbon as a sign of

his martyrdom, are placed around the throat of each person

asking a blessing. The minister (because this is a sacramental,

Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist are also

commissioned to share this blessing) prays: “Through the

intercession of St. Blasé, bishop and martyr, may God deliver

you from ailments of the throat and from every other evil: In

the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy

Spirit.” It has become so popular that in most Churches, the

blessing is given at the Sunday masses closest to the Feast

day.

Candlemas Day: On Feb. 2nd

, the Feast of the Presentation of

the Lord, we bless candles in Church. They are made available

to the Faithful to take and use at home. Light penetrates the

darkness. Jesus is light. God‟s word is a lamp and lights a path

for our feet. At our baptism we received a candle, along with

this charge, “Keep the flame of faith burning in your heart.

When the Lord comes may you go out to meet him with all the

saints in the heavenly kingdom. The wax, being spotless,

represents Christ‟s most spotless Body; the wick enclosed in it

is an image of His soul, while the glowing flame typifies the

Divine Nature united with the human in one Divine Person.

On the day the Church celebrates the festival of the

Purification of the Blessed Virgin, the day when Jesus was

offered in the Temple by Mary, as the Victim who would

reconcile God and humanity. This date was probably chosen

because on or about that day the Roman people, when pagan,

had been accustomed to carry lights in procession in honor of

one of their gods. The Church, rather than trying to blot out

entirely the memory of this pagan festival, changed it into a

Christian solemnity honoring Mary the Mother of God by

including on one of her feast days the solemn blessing of

candles. Candles used in church services have to be 51%

beeswax. Today it is very appropriate to gather the family,

light a candle and rededicate yourselves to the Lord and to be

a light to the world. Just say this prayer: “May the flame of

faith in our hearts burn undimmed. When the Lord comes may

we go out to meet him with all the Saints in the Heavenly

Kingdom. Amen!” Thanks for sharing your „light‟ with your

OLA family. God Bless!!

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From the Office of Faith Formation

Our Faith Formation Classes, grades 1-5 meet each

week. During that time, our children have their religious

education lesson, pray a decade of the rosary for peace and

learn new songs to praise God with all their hearts. The

children each take a turn with the microphone to lead a Hail

Mary and are learning the rosary decades as the year

progresses. We are very proud of our OLA children.

The Moms Group with pre-school age children meet

on Friday mornings at 10:00AM in St. Gabriel Hall. All are

welcome!

The Senior Club of Our Lady of the Angels.

All seniors are encouraged to join

our group! Meetings are held on the second Monday of the

month at 1:00 PM. For information call Frank Angelone 463-

0939. Blood Pressure screening will be available at meetings.

OLA presents Marc Antonelli at the Tropicana in

Atlantic City, February 22, 2011, $15.00 per person. Departs

OLA parking lot at 10:30 am. Contact Frank Angelone at 463-

0939 for more information.

The Senior Group of OLA is in need of a President &

Vice President, please contact Frank Angelone 463-0939. The

next meeting will be February 14th

at 1PM. We need your help.

Our Lady of the Angels Knights of Columbus

Council #12184…

Our Lady of the Angels Council

#12184 extends a most cordial welcome to all

men, 18 and up, to join fellow parishioners in our dedication to

charity. Meetings are held on the second Monday of the month

in St. Gabriel Hall at 7:00 pm. For additional information,

call Kelly Keppel at 463-9182.

The Ladies Auxiliary of the Knights of Columbus

meet on the second Monday of each month at 7:30 PM in the

Parish Center. All Ladies are welcome to attend. Call Peg

Arnold at 465-7502 for more information.

The Ancient Order of Hibernians,

Cape May County Division 2, All Irish Martyrs.

The A.O.H. is an Irish Catholic organization and

would like to extend an offer for men, 18yrs old and up to join.

Meetings are held on the third Monday of the month at 7pm.

The meetings are held at the VFW Post#8695, 15 Lyndhurst

Road, Marmora, NJ 08223. Any questions call 732-886-0842.

Social Justice

“Not only Third World individuals, but even Third

World Nations, are sometimes deprived the right to

determine their own economic political, social, and cultural

life.” John Paul II

OLA Social Justice meeting February 21-7PM, in

the Parish Center. All are welcome!

Scrip Gift Card

Thank You parishioners for purchasing scrip.

Your support has made this effort a success. Special thanks

to the scrip team for volunteering their time to sell scrip, and

of course, the office staff. Checks are most welcome. Your

continued support is appreciated and an easy way to aid in

our parish’s financial health.

Hope and Help Outreach

We are collecting food for our food pantry, if you

wish to help, you may leave your contribution of canned or

dried food in the baskets in the Gathering Space. If you

know of someone in our Parish who needs temporary help

please call the Parish Center 465-5432.

Please do not leave any clothing in the gathering space.

Parish Nurse Program

Pastor John O’Leary and Nurse Barbara Dix, were

presented a $500 check to Our Lady of the Angels in

recognition of the church’s support of breast cancer

awareness. The award is part of an incentive program

through a Central and South Jersey Affiliate Susan G.

Komen Reach –Out for Life Grant, administered by Cape

Regional Medical Center. The church qualified for the $500

incentive by having 10 women complete the program and

obtain mammograms.

Come Away With Me

Men of the parish are invited to follow Jesus’

invitation to come away for a time of prayer on Tuesday

evenings in the Church beginning at 7:00pm.

This prayer time will benefit each individually and

our parish community as a whole. Our busy lives often don’t

allow time for quiet. All men are welcome! We will be there.

Hope you are too!

Find us on Facebook, Search for Our Lady Of the Angels.

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Saturday, February 05, 2011 8:00 AM: Dorothy Roberts by Donohue Family 5:00 PM: Jim Dougherty by Wife & Family

Sunday, February 06, 2011 8:00 AM: Mary Mancuso by Mary Durkin 9:30 AM: Vincent Macri by Family 11:00AM:Jack Walsh by Trombetta Family

Monday, February 07, 2011 8:00 AM: Irene & Paul Lengyel by Sandra & Paul Arbuckle

Tuesday, February 08, 2011 8:00 AM: Anthony Durkin by Knights of Columbus #12184

Wednesday , February 09 ,2011 8:00 AM: Bobby Olwell by Borger & Petruzzelli

Thursday, February 10, 2011 8:00 AM: Sister Katherine McCormick by Vince & Pat DeSantis

Friday, February 11, 2011 8:00 AM: Betty Simpkins by Charles & Carla Leusner

Saturday, February 12, 2011 8:00 AM: Anthony Mancini by John & Joann Barth 5:00 PM: Dorothy T. Verratti Roberts by Ed & Ginny Dillio

Sunday, February 13, 2011 8:00 AM: John Lucadema by wife Terry 9:30 AM: Charles Famula by Marie & Ray Kataryniak 11:00AM: Anthony Durkin by Ron & Sandy Jost

LECTORS Saturday, February 12, 2011 5:00 PM: B. Beitel, J. Beitel Sunday, February 13, 2011

8:00 AM:M. Dooley, B. Dooley 9:30 AM:M. Sharpe, V. Adams 11:00AM: V. Tirado, E. Toth EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS

Saturday, February 12, 2011 5:00 PM: (C):B. St. Germain, M. Budd, J & C Sideravage, E. Dillio, R. Killian, K. Vistenzo Sunday, February 13, 2011 8:00 AM: (C): J. Condon, A. Bostard, L. Viventi, A. Dingler, K & M Mitchell 9:30 AM: (C): B& R Denham, C. Conley, R. Kataryniak, ME Atzert, E. Moffit, B. Conte 11:00AM:(C): A. Petrella, J. Heaton, R & B Hudson, A. Pakruda, J & V Sweitzer

ALTAR SERVERS Saturday, February 12, 2011 5:00 PM: B. Hudson, C. Juliana Sunday, February 13, 2011 8:00 AM: E/L Hurtado 9:30 AM: S. Conley, M. Conte 11:00AM:H/ G Toth

Contribution Analysis

Fiscal Year 2011– Month of December 12/6 to 1/3 Last Year This Year Budget

Ordinary 42,983 42,025 46,422 Christmas 20,390 21,074 22,000

64,373 63,099 68,422

Please note we have provided a comparison for your

information on a monthly basis as we have adopted a

electronic giving option wherein many parishioners are

contributing on a monthly or bi-weekly basis.

Fiscal 2011 which began on July 1, 2010 including

Christmas is currently 1,274 lower than Fiscal 2010. We are

currently 5,323 lower than Fiscal 2011 Budget. Your

continued generosity is required to meet our growing parish

needs..

“Java for Jesus” OLA’s very own nightclub is opening its doors at St. Gabriel Hall on February 19 from 7-9PM. “Java for Jesus” is fun.! Plus, you can hear/see an assortment of talent. Whether you want to just come out and enjoy the local entertainment or perform at our open mic stage, please attend. It’s for all ages. Desserts & beverages are always tasty & plentiful. Good will offering benefits Help and Hope Outreach.

Upcoming Event Our Lady of the Angels Knights of Columbus and Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary are planning a Spaghetti Supper for OLA Parishioners. More information to follow!

Stewardship Reflection Stewardship Sharing

“Sharing your bread with the hungry, sheltering the oppressed and the homeless, clothing the naked when you see them and not turning your back on your own.” (Isaiah 58:7) No matter how busy we are or how tight our budget might be, we are all called to Stewardship for those who are less fortunate than us. We hear these instructions in both the Old and New Testament. In fact, Jesus tells us that we will be judged by how well we reach out to those who were hungry, thirsty, homeless, sick, grieving or in need of our compassion in any way.