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SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM A Pre-Baptismal Class is held the third Monday of each month at 700 pm in the parish office The next class is Monday July 16th To register for the class please call 973-627-0313 Both parents are encouraged to attend the class before the birth of the baby The Sacrament of Bap-tism is administered weekly at the 1215 pm Mass and a Baptismal Ceremony at 130 pm Families are required to be active contributing parishioners of St Ceciliarsquos Parish for 2 months prior to the childrsquos baptism date
SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY Arrangements are to be made at least ONE YEAR in ad-vance The date should not be set until the priest has been consulted
SACRAMENT OF THE SICK Urgent calls will be attended to at any time of the day or night If there is anyone at home or in the hospital who cannot get to Mass and the Sacraments because of illness or old age please inform one of the priests or call the Parish Office
90 Church Street
Rockaway New Jersey 07866
Parish Office 973-627-0313 Website wwwst-ceciliaorg Fax 973-627-4811 To Contact Fr Zig Ext 12 or speplowskioptonlinenet School 973-627-6003 CCD Office 973-627-0313 Ext 17
Saint Cecilia Parish
MASSES
Weekends
Saturday 430 pm 700 pm Sunday 800 am 915 am
1045 am and 1215 pm 500 pm (Vietnamese)
Holydays
800 am and 730 pm Weekday Schedule
Monday - Friday 630 am amp 800 am
Saturday 800 am followed by Novena
Confessions
Saturdays 330 pm to 400 pm and 630 pm
Any time by appointment
Susan Brennan TRUSTEE
James Gallagher TRUSTEE
Rev Sigmund Peplowski PASTOR
Rev Cerilo Javinez
PAROCHIAL VICAR
Rev Mateusz Darlak PAROCHIAL VICAR
Deacon Paul Willson
Mrs Janet Maulbeck BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR
and YOUTH PROTECTION SAFE ENVIRONMENT
COORDINATOR
Mr James Clancy
DIRECTOR OF FAITH FORMATION
Mrs Ann Mitchell
PRINCIPAL
Mrs Diane Boykow
CEMETERY ADMINISTRATOR
Mr Charles Linnell
MUSIC DIRECTOR
PARISH PRAYER LIFE NOVENA OUR LADY OF THE MIRACULOUS MEDAL AND OUR LADY OF FATIMA Saturday morning after the 800 am Mass BIBLE STUDY Will resume after Labor Day
CHARISMATIC PRAYER GROUP Tuesday evenings at 745 pm (Hayes Hall ) PADRE PIO PRAYER GROUP Will resume after Labor Day HOLY HOUR Will resume after Labor Day ADULT FAITH FORMATION RCIA Will resume after Labor Day ROSARY PRAYER GROUP Monday through Sat 730 am
Parish Summer Office Hours
Monday thru Thursday 830mdash430
(Lunch 1200mdash100)
Friday 830 to 1100mdash until Labor Day
CERTIFICATE OF ELIGIBILITY All Catholic Churches in the United States require from
Catholics serving as a Godparent for Baptism or a sponsor
for Confirmation a certificate of eligibility This document
certifies that the Godparentsponsor is a registered member
of the parish attends Holy Mass approaches the sacra-
ments regularly and contributes to the support of the
Church via the Sunday offering envelope program or
ldquoParish Payrdquo It is the responsibility of the individual to
meet these requirements as listed in the Code of Canon
Law 874
The people of St Cecilia Parish are asked to pray for the following people serving our country in the armed services SmE3 Andrew Clifford LCpl Aleksandr Killeen Joseph Giannetti US Navy Lance Corporal Dennis Wuest Capt Kel-
ley E Robbins Pvt USMC Diego Usma Major Glenn E Martinez Sgt Brian Whalen Capt Anthony Odierno Cpl Kong V Nguyen Cpl Jim Van Valen LCPL Anthony Eres-man Sgt Paul J Willson PFC Cano Janeth Sgt Bob Autrey Col William Paliwada Sgt 1st Class (E7) Sam Co-lon PFC Marylyn Rivera-Sachez Cpl Edward C Thomp-son Major Kevin M Nash Lt Amy Cronin Lt Col John L Medeiros Jr Sgt Daniel Healy Marine Keith Leitner Sgt Spencer Lopez PFC Taryn Kemp Jeffrey Braunhausen E7 Joseph Grimsey Bill Maloney Greg Bloete Gian Carlo Bruzzese Spc Christopher Little PFC Brittany Martindell PO1 (E6) Matthew Fitzgerald SA Justin C White Matthew amp Daniel Rosica Mark Leonard Sr Armn Ashley Valetta Sgt John Wisnofsky Cpl TJ Finn Sgt Kristopher Faber Capt Vincent Presto Airman First Class William Kussler Spc Gregory Villaneuva and Cpl Casey W Lyness We ask God the Father of us all through the intercession of St Mi-chael the Archangel to protect all the men and women in our Armed Forces to bless them in their efforts toward bringing peace and justice to our world May they be brought back safely to those they love
580-St Cecilia
Ethan Chandra Dean Wayne Campbell Doris
Cusick Carol Centonze Jane Gorcica Sam Sessa Hank Brown Carol Ferrante Jim Golden Karen Niles Noel Wadleigh Joanna Sacco David Cicchine Teresa DrsquoAtria Derek Bascharow Debbie Malc Grace McDermott Joe Horvath Jr Elvira Bugaoan Pat Heady Owen Peter Byrne
Tia Maddaloni Mason Walker Steussing Susan Mejia Derek Bascharow Isabel Rattay Donna Cooke Tom Hull Kathleen Fazio Kristin Wich Kyle Johnson Kate Darlington Jake Mi-chael Miraldi Cheryl Anne Bornemann Sean Nolan Maryann Hughes Peggy Eileen Miars Ray Kennedy Richard Corcoran Madison Rose Leslie Demetrius Barbee Lucille Bardi and Frances Finn Dorothy Murray Virginia Cousins Madlyn Long Stephanie Lewis Florence Clements Kimberly Dugan Gale Sessa Paul Minetti Marguerite Buggy Mike Murray Carmen Liuzza Jr Helene Turner Michael Turner Ruben Lorenzo Mi-chael Alvarez Mina Simmons-Jones Victoria Santana Mary Merz Dolores Faulkner Marion amp Philipp Cables Patricia Smith Schulman Ethan Anderson Vincent Fortunato
THE WORD OF GOD
Here are the readings for next Sunday
107 Jer231-6 Ps 231-6
Eph 213-18 Mk 630-34
Page 2 July 15 2018 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Monday July 16 Our Lady of Mount Carmel 630 ammdashSpecial Intention 800 ammdashHoly Souls in Purgatory Tuesday July 17 Weekday 630 ammdashSpecial Intention for the sick 800 ammdashBud Struble req by Ag Struble amp Family Wednesday July 18 St Camillus de Lellis Priest
630 ammdashSpecial Intention for increased vocations to the priesthood 800 ammdashHoly Souls in Purgatory Thursday July 19 Weekday 630 ammdashSpecial Intention for World Peace 800 ammdashBishop Anthony Rysz req by Fr Zig Friday July 20 Saint Apollinaris Bishop and Martyr 630 ammdashSpecial Intention for our Holy Father the Pope 800 ammdashStephen Brussell Jr the McDonnell Family Saturday July 21 Saint Lawrence of Brindisi Priest and Doc-tor of the Church BVM 800 ammdashBill Gallagher req by wife Jeanne Sunday July 22 Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time 430 pmmdash Veronica Morgante req by the Graner Family
James Nestor req by Helen Nestor
700 pmmdash Fran amp Sal Garafano req by family
Diane Lewis req by Jeanette Lami
800 ammdash Robert amp Rena Benjamin req by Bob amp Tom Benjamin
Holy Souls in Purgatory 915 ammdash Thomas Michael Keating req by Millie amp Ashley Talbot John D Cusack req by son amp family 1045 ammdashJohn Lombardo req by John amp Allison Lombardo Paul McCarthy req by Rosemary Casperson
1215 pmmdashAurora Perez req by Malou Alvarez amp Family Gary Yacadino req by John amp Pietrina Riccio
ST CECILIA CHURCH COLLECTION GOALS
Week Ending 70118 CollectionmdashChecks $ 310500
Collectionndash Cash $ 915475
ParishPay Electronic Giving $ 233646
Total Weekly Collection 1459621
Yearly Collection Goal (BUDGET) $ 81400000
Weekly Goal $ 1470588
Weekly Collection Surplus (Deficit) $ (10968)
Year To Date Surplus (Deficit) $ (10968)
ST CECILIA CHURCH COLLECTION GOALS
Week Ending 070818
Due to the early publication of the
bulletin for the July 8th weekend the
collection totals will be shown next weekend
Thank you
PARISH EVENTS
ST CECILIA SENIOR CLUB NEWS AND EVENTS
580-St Cecilia
Please be advised that all the ldquoSenior Eventsrdquo are open to everyone 55 and over from
St Cecilia amp Sacred Heart Parishes
July 17mdashRegular Meeting 11 am set up 12-1 social hour coffee amp cake
1-2pm meeting bingo amp cards afterward Sunday Sep 16 thru Friday Sept 21
Wildwood Crest Stay at the popular and historical Caribbean
Motel for 5 nights amp 6 days Includes hot breakfast every day dinners
plus a pizza party and a BBQ wine amp cheese parties a gala
evening of dinner show and dancing at Convention Hall Lewes Ferry
to Delaware for shopping a day at Resorts Casino with bonus
whale watch Cape May a show at the Performing Arts Center and more
For more info call Lorraine 973-366-6871 Donrsquot forget about the St Cecilia Seniors Adventure of The Seas on May 17 2019
For more info Call Alice Koller 973-627-8558
Page 3 July 15 2018 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time
MASS CARDS We are asked to pray for the dead The best way to do this
is to have a mass celebrated in memory of a loved one
Stop in or call the Parish Office 973-627-0313
~Offering $1500~
BAPTISM CLASS ndash A meeting of all those wishing information
and scheduling for a baptism will meet on Monday evening July
16th in the Saint Cecilia Parish office at 7 orsquoclock in the evening
Father will be present to conduct the information session and
answer questions regarding the celebration of the sacrament
PADRE PIO PRAYER GROUP - The Padre Pio Prayer
Group will resume following Labor Day
NEW WOMENS GROUP Women at the Well The Women at the Well meet the FIRST SATURDAYS of each month These evenings are meant to serve as spiritual and social refreshment for women The evening begins with a potluck dinner followed the Rosary quiet prayer and end-ing with dessert and socializing Registration is required by emailing Jennifer Nelson amp Faith Rose at wellwithmysoul17gmailcom with your name par-ish and email address This group is open to those outside the parish as well Bring a your Rosary and a friend
St Cecilia amp Sacred Heart Heart Parishes
Summer Bible Camp ldquoGrowing Up Catholicrdquo
Will be held Tuesday July 17th to Saturday July 21st
From 4-6 pm at Divine Mercy Academy
All children Pre-K to 4th grade are invited to attend
There will be games crafts songs Bible stories amp snacks
Registration Fee 1 childmdash$2000 2 or moremdash $2500
Adult and teen volunteers are needed For info please email
Stceciliafaithformationgmailcom
Or contact Denise at 973-462-3795
MASS changes for Mercy amp Mary Retreat
August 11th
Due to a scheduled retreat at our parish on Saturday
August 11th morning Mass will be held at 730 am
instead of 800 am The Retreat concludes on Satur-
day the 11th at 400 pm Please plan accordingly if
you plan on attending the 430 pm Mass as parking
will be a challenge until attendees begin to leave be-
tween 4 and 415 pm
WALKING PILGRIMAGEmdashA walking pilgrimage to
the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa in Doyles-
town Pennsylvania will begin August 9th and commence
from Saints Peter and Paul Church in Great Meadows New
Jersey The 60 mile pilgrimage is 4 days and 3 nights
Holy Mass is celebrated daily along with confession coun-
seling reflection and fellowship For registration and addi-
tional information please go to the website
WwwwalkingpilgrimageusEnglishpilgriminfohtml
580-St Cecilia
We are online wwwst-ceciliaorg
Page 4 July 15 2018 15th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Parish Summer Office Hours
Monday thru Thursday 830mdash430
(Lunch 1200mdash100)
Friday 830 to 1100
July 2 until Labor Day
ATTENTION MEN ndash A new menrsquos group called FA-
THERS OF ST JOSEPH will be meeting every other Sat-
urday morning at 530 am in the St Cecilia Office Build-
ing The sole aim and purpose of the group is to labor for
the restoration revitalization and redemption of human
fatherhood in order that it may become what it has been
created to be an efficacious icon that directs the human
family to its Father The Fathers of St Joseph gatherings
are not so much meetings as they are mini retreats whose
aim is to communicate the spirituality of fatherhood in a
manner that encourages and inspires fathers to embrace
engage and ndash by the power of the Holy Spirit ndash sanctify
their vocation The next gathering is SATURDAY July
28
2018-2019 Faith Formation Registration K-8th Grade Traditional CCD 9th amp 10th Grade Confirmation
amp Generations of Faith Registration for all religious education classes are now open Forms and program details are available on the parish website and in the parish office Class sizes are limited and are on a first come first serve basis If you have any questions please contact Jim Clancy at 973-627-0310 ext 17 or at stceciliafaithformationgmailcom
Pregnant Need Help
This information is taken from the
Birth Haven website
The agency provides a safe and nurturing environment in
which to carry an unexpected pregnancy to term while
additionally helping the resident learn the tools necessary
to achieve greater self-sufficiency Individuals served by
the organization include both those who intend to raise
their child after delivery and those who opt for adoption
placement Most residents stay at Birth Haven through-
out their pregnancy and up until 6 weeks after the babyrsquos
birth exceptions are made when it is in the best interest
of the mother and infant
Birth Haven bull 4 Academy Street Newton New
Jersey 07860 973-579-7979
FAX 973-579-6831
httpwwwBirthHavenorg
SECOND COLLECTION Thank you for your generosity
to last weekrsquos collection for the Catholic Communication
Campaign (CCC) Your support will help the CCC connect
millions of people with Christ and spread the gospel mes-
sage If you missed the collection itrsquos not too late to give
Visit wwwusccborgnationalcollections and click on the
ldquoHow to Giverdquo link on the left
VIVERE CHRISTUS EST AWARD ndash Each year His
Excellency Bishop Arthur Serratelli presents the VIVERE
CHRISTUS EST AWARD (Christ is Life) to members of
the diocese who perform extraordinary service on behalf of
the Church This yearrsquos award from Sacred Heart of Jesus
Church is going to Jack and Pat Zayac The Zayacs are ac-
tive within both Sacred Heart of Jesus and Saint Cecilia
Parishes for many years serving in various leadership posi-
tions This yearrsquos award from Saint Cecilia Church is going
to Diane Boykow who serves as the administrator of Saint
Cecilia Cemetery the facility which serves parishioners
from both Saint Cecilia and Sacred Heart of Jesus Parishes
Diane fulfills her duties with the greatest of devotion and
dedication The awards will be given at the celebration of
Vespers on Sunday September 9th at 330 pm in Saint
John the Baptist Cathedral Paterson with Bishop Serratelli
presiding Our congratulations and best wishes to this
yearrsquos recipients
580-St Cecilia
Monday July 16 700 pmmdashBaptismal Class (Parish Office) Tuesday July 17 1100 ammdashSeniors Meeting (Hayes Hall) 400 pmmdashBible Camp (Divine Mercy Academy) 745 pmmdashCharismatic Prayer Group (Hayes Hall) Wednesday July 18 900 ammdashSoup Kitchen (Hayes Hall) 400 pmmdashBible Camp (Divine Mercy Academy) Thursday July 19 400 pmmdashBible Camp (Divine Mercy Academy) Friday July 20 400 pmmdashBible Camp (Divine Mercy Academy) Saturday July 21 400 pmmdashBible Camp (Divine Mercy Academy) Sunday July 22 Vietnamese Picnic (Freedom Park)
DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY NEWS
Page 5 Page July 15 2018 15th Sunday of Ordinary Time
RELIGIOUS CARDS FOR SALE AT PARISH OFFICE
Assorted religious cards are available for purchase at the
parish office Come and see our display of cards for
sacraments including ordination holidays thank you and
congratulations
Each card comes with a detachable keepsake bookmark
Cards 1 for $300 or 2 for $500
Divine Mercy Academy is now accepting applications for the 2018-2019 school year
87 Halsey Ave 973-627-6003
We offer a safe secure amp compassionate environment with a high level of individualized attention certified teachers
weekly liturgies amp daily Religion class academic curriculum with all core subjects STEM physical education music art Spanish amp library with technology integrated throughout the curriculum Before-careafter-careextracurricular activities
available Full day amp Half Day Pre-K3 amp Pre-K4 programs starting at
$2420year Full Day Kindergarten through 8th grade tuition rates as fol-
lows 1 child $5030 2 children $8200 3 children $9960 per
year Come see the difference an academically excellent Catholic
education makes
RCIA
Have you been worshiping with us or in another Catholic
Parish
but have never officially taken steps to become Catholic
Is another family member Catholic but not you
and you wonder what is the Faith they are practicing
Were you baptized in the Catholic Church
but have not been attending Catholic Mass for some time
Are you seeking a deeper personal relationship with Jesus
but have not been Baptized or have not received First Com-
munion
or have not been Confirmed in the Catholic Church
Are you dating or engaged to a Catholic person
and concerned what the effect of marrying a Catholic would
be
Are you married to a Catholic and attend Mass
but just donrsquot know what the next step is in becoming a
Catholic
Are you or your spouse a Catholic
but do not have a Catholic wedding
If any of the above questions apply to you
contact Deacon Paul Willson at 973-551-0749
Or leave contact information with Parish Office
Or send an email to pauldwillsongmailcom
VISIT ROME AND THE AMALFI COAST IN 2019 Father Zig is leading a trip to Rome and the Amalfi Coast
of Italy September 5-14 2019 A presentation for all those
interested in this trip will be held on Tuesday evening Se-
pember 18th in Hayes Hall beginning at 700 pm A repre-
sentative from Collette Tours will make the presentation
and answer all questions related to this wonderful trip
Brochures for the trip are now available from the parish
office or the church vestibule
Please visit the kiosk in the vestibule of the church to pur-
chase this CD and others that are available for $400
580-St Cecilia
ST LAWRENCE was born at Brindisi Italy and at the age of sixteen entered the Capuchin Franciscan community at Verona At the University of Padua he made rapid progress in his studies of philosophy and theology and showed a remarkable facility for languages He mastered Greek Latin Hebrew French Spanish German and Bohemian and acquired a wide knowledge of the Scriptures After his ordination he labored as a domestic missionary and was called to Rome by Clement VIII to work for the con-version of the Jews
In 1598 he was sent with eleven other Capuchins to establish Capuchin communities throughout Germany and Austria which were threatened by Lutheranism at that time While in the imperial realm the fame of his holiness wisdom and administrative ability led the Emperor Rudolf III to appoint him to organize the Catholic princes against the invading Turks At the Battle of Stuhlweissenburg though the Christians were outnumbered four to one St Lawrence roused the low spirits of the soldiers with a powerful oration mounted a horse and rode before the army with a crucifix held high The Turks were repulsed and Europe was saved
At the successful conclusion of his other German projects the Saint returned to seek seclusion in Italy only to find that he had been elected the Minister General of the Order He died in 1619 at Lisbon Portugal while on a mission to present the grievances of the people of Naples to their sovereign King Philip III of Spain Though he was a very active person St Lawrence was also a man of prayer as well as of deep learning He was canonized in 1881 by Pope Leo XIII and in 1960 he was made a Doctor of the Church
PRAYER God for the glory of Your name and the salvation of souls You favored St Lawrence Your Priest with the spirit of wisdom and fortitude Grant that in the same spirit we may recognize our obligations and with his help carry them out Amen
Taken from Lives of the Saints Catholic Booking Publishing Company 1999 New Jersey
Page 6 July 15 2018 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time
ST LAWRENCE OF BRINDISI Priest and Doctor of the ChurchmdashJuly 21
My Dear Parishioners
Today we arrive at the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time in our observance of the Lordrsquos Day The Old Testament scripture and
the Gospel for today bring to our attention the one who is called by the Lord and deputized to speak and act in His name The
prophet Amos is sent off to testify to the Lord before the people of Israel Amos was not schooled for such work but rather
had an occupation which was not related to such a noble calling and therefore felt unworthy Nonetheless God had chosen
him and by His grace equipped him with all that he needed to do the task
The Gospel reading tells us that the Lord Jesus sent out the Apostles with virtually nothing but the instructions to GO The
Apostles preach and teach in Jesus Name they drive ldquoout many demons and they anointed with oil many who were sick and
cured themrdquo Like Amos the Twelve did not receive any formal training in missiology but only the divine directive to GO
The Lord provided so that they might minister in His name for it was not human frailty but the awesome power of God
which worked wonders
Both of these accounts show us that the Lord uses people the least expected to preach and minister in His Name Todayrsquos
Scripture readings remind us of the divine call We know that this call is especially made to men and women who are being
invited to serve in holy orders or consecrated life We pray that these will have the courage to respond affirmatively as did
the prophets and Apostles In addition to these all the baptized are called by the Lord to minister in His Name We are
equipped for this service because werdquohellip were sealed with the promised Holy Spirithelliprdquo at Baptism and Confirmation At the
conclusion of every Mass we are told to GO and do this work
As all of us are taking some time during these summer days to slow down go on vacation etc let us take some time to con-
sider how we can respond more positively to the Lordrsquos call to minister in His Name Here in our parish it may be by serving
as a catechist serving in one of our liturgical ministries volunteering for some odd jobs around the church and so much
more God is calling YOU to serve and not to be served We all need to answer His call before itrsquos too late
God bless you
Father Zig
Parish Office 973-627-0313 internet wwwst-ceciliaorg FAX 973-627-4811 To Contact Fr Zig Ext 12 or speplowskioptonlinenet
School 973-627-6003 CCD Office 973-627-0313 Ext 17
Saint Cecilia Parish 90 Church Street Rockaway New Jersey 07866
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The people of St Cecilia Parish are asked to pray for the following people serving our country in the armed services SmE3 Andrew Clifford LCpl Aleksandr Killeen Joseph Giannetti US Navy Lance Corporal Dennis Wuest Capt Kel-
ley E Robbins Pvt USMC Diego Usma Major Glenn E Martinez Sgt Brian Whalen Capt Anthony Odierno Cpl Kong V Nguyen Cpl Jim Van Valen LCPL Anthony Eres-man Sgt Paul J Willson PFC Cano Janeth Sgt Bob Autrey Col William Paliwada Sgt 1st Class (E7) Sam Co-lon PFC Marylyn Rivera-Sachez Cpl Edward C Thomp-son Major Kevin M Nash Lt Amy Cronin Lt Col John L Medeiros Jr Sgt Daniel Healy Marine Keith Leitner Sgt Spencer Lopez PFC Taryn Kemp Jeffrey Braunhausen E7 Joseph Grimsey Bill Maloney Greg Bloete Gian Carlo Bruzzese Spc Christopher Little PFC Brittany Martindell PO1 (E6) Matthew Fitzgerald SA Justin C White Matthew amp Daniel Rosica Mark Leonard Sr Armn Ashley Valetta Sgt John Wisnofsky Cpl TJ Finn Sgt Kristopher Faber Capt Vincent Presto Airman First Class William Kussler Spc Gregory Villaneuva and Cpl Casey W Lyness We ask God the Father of us all through the intercession of St Mi-chael the Archangel to protect all the men and women in our Armed Forces to bless them in their efforts toward bringing peace and justice to our world May they be brought back safely to those they love
580-St Cecilia
Ethan Chandra Dean Wayne Campbell Doris
Cusick Carol Centonze Jane Gorcica Sam Sessa Hank Brown Carol Ferrante Jim Golden Karen Niles Noel Wadleigh Joanna Sacco David Cicchine Teresa DrsquoAtria Derek Bascharow Debbie Malc Grace McDermott Joe Horvath Jr Elvira Bugaoan Pat Heady Owen Peter Byrne
Tia Maddaloni Mason Walker Steussing Susan Mejia Derek Bascharow Isabel Rattay Donna Cooke Tom Hull Kathleen Fazio Kristin Wich Kyle Johnson Kate Darlington Jake Mi-chael Miraldi Cheryl Anne Bornemann Sean Nolan Maryann Hughes Peggy Eileen Miars Ray Kennedy Richard Corcoran Madison Rose Leslie Demetrius Barbee Lucille Bardi and Frances Finn Dorothy Murray Virginia Cousins Madlyn Long Stephanie Lewis Florence Clements Kimberly Dugan Gale Sessa Paul Minetti Marguerite Buggy Mike Murray Carmen Liuzza Jr Helene Turner Michael Turner Ruben Lorenzo Mi-chael Alvarez Mina Simmons-Jones Victoria Santana Mary Merz Dolores Faulkner Marion amp Philipp Cables Patricia Smith Schulman Ethan Anderson Vincent Fortunato
THE WORD OF GOD
Here are the readings for next Sunday
107 Jer231-6 Ps 231-6
Eph 213-18 Mk 630-34
Page 2 July 15 2018 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Monday July 16 Our Lady of Mount Carmel 630 ammdashSpecial Intention 800 ammdashHoly Souls in Purgatory Tuesday July 17 Weekday 630 ammdashSpecial Intention for the sick 800 ammdashBud Struble req by Ag Struble amp Family Wednesday July 18 St Camillus de Lellis Priest
630 ammdashSpecial Intention for increased vocations to the priesthood 800 ammdashHoly Souls in Purgatory Thursday July 19 Weekday 630 ammdashSpecial Intention for World Peace 800 ammdashBishop Anthony Rysz req by Fr Zig Friday July 20 Saint Apollinaris Bishop and Martyr 630 ammdashSpecial Intention for our Holy Father the Pope 800 ammdashStephen Brussell Jr the McDonnell Family Saturday July 21 Saint Lawrence of Brindisi Priest and Doc-tor of the Church BVM 800 ammdashBill Gallagher req by wife Jeanne Sunday July 22 Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time 430 pmmdash Veronica Morgante req by the Graner Family
James Nestor req by Helen Nestor
700 pmmdash Fran amp Sal Garafano req by family
Diane Lewis req by Jeanette Lami
800 ammdash Robert amp Rena Benjamin req by Bob amp Tom Benjamin
Holy Souls in Purgatory 915 ammdash Thomas Michael Keating req by Millie amp Ashley Talbot John D Cusack req by son amp family 1045 ammdashJohn Lombardo req by John amp Allison Lombardo Paul McCarthy req by Rosemary Casperson
1215 pmmdashAurora Perez req by Malou Alvarez amp Family Gary Yacadino req by John amp Pietrina Riccio
ST CECILIA CHURCH COLLECTION GOALS
Week Ending 70118 CollectionmdashChecks $ 310500
Collectionndash Cash $ 915475
ParishPay Electronic Giving $ 233646
Total Weekly Collection 1459621
Yearly Collection Goal (BUDGET) $ 81400000
Weekly Goal $ 1470588
Weekly Collection Surplus (Deficit) $ (10968)
Year To Date Surplus (Deficit) $ (10968)
ST CECILIA CHURCH COLLECTION GOALS
Week Ending 070818
Due to the early publication of the
bulletin for the July 8th weekend the
collection totals will be shown next weekend
Thank you
PARISH EVENTS
ST CECILIA SENIOR CLUB NEWS AND EVENTS
580-St Cecilia
Please be advised that all the ldquoSenior Eventsrdquo are open to everyone 55 and over from
St Cecilia amp Sacred Heart Parishes
July 17mdashRegular Meeting 11 am set up 12-1 social hour coffee amp cake
1-2pm meeting bingo amp cards afterward Sunday Sep 16 thru Friday Sept 21
Wildwood Crest Stay at the popular and historical Caribbean
Motel for 5 nights amp 6 days Includes hot breakfast every day dinners
plus a pizza party and a BBQ wine amp cheese parties a gala
evening of dinner show and dancing at Convention Hall Lewes Ferry
to Delaware for shopping a day at Resorts Casino with bonus
whale watch Cape May a show at the Performing Arts Center and more
For more info call Lorraine 973-366-6871 Donrsquot forget about the St Cecilia Seniors Adventure of The Seas on May 17 2019
For more info Call Alice Koller 973-627-8558
Page 3 July 15 2018 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time
MASS CARDS We are asked to pray for the dead The best way to do this
is to have a mass celebrated in memory of a loved one
Stop in or call the Parish Office 973-627-0313
~Offering $1500~
BAPTISM CLASS ndash A meeting of all those wishing information
and scheduling for a baptism will meet on Monday evening July
16th in the Saint Cecilia Parish office at 7 orsquoclock in the evening
Father will be present to conduct the information session and
answer questions regarding the celebration of the sacrament
PADRE PIO PRAYER GROUP - The Padre Pio Prayer
Group will resume following Labor Day
NEW WOMENS GROUP Women at the Well The Women at the Well meet the FIRST SATURDAYS of each month These evenings are meant to serve as spiritual and social refreshment for women The evening begins with a potluck dinner followed the Rosary quiet prayer and end-ing with dessert and socializing Registration is required by emailing Jennifer Nelson amp Faith Rose at wellwithmysoul17gmailcom with your name par-ish and email address This group is open to those outside the parish as well Bring a your Rosary and a friend
St Cecilia amp Sacred Heart Heart Parishes
Summer Bible Camp ldquoGrowing Up Catholicrdquo
Will be held Tuesday July 17th to Saturday July 21st
From 4-6 pm at Divine Mercy Academy
All children Pre-K to 4th grade are invited to attend
There will be games crafts songs Bible stories amp snacks
Registration Fee 1 childmdash$2000 2 or moremdash $2500
Adult and teen volunteers are needed For info please email
Stceciliafaithformationgmailcom
Or contact Denise at 973-462-3795
MASS changes for Mercy amp Mary Retreat
August 11th
Due to a scheduled retreat at our parish on Saturday
August 11th morning Mass will be held at 730 am
instead of 800 am The Retreat concludes on Satur-
day the 11th at 400 pm Please plan accordingly if
you plan on attending the 430 pm Mass as parking
will be a challenge until attendees begin to leave be-
tween 4 and 415 pm
WALKING PILGRIMAGEmdashA walking pilgrimage to
the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa in Doyles-
town Pennsylvania will begin August 9th and commence
from Saints Peter and Paul Church in Great Meadows New
Jersey The 60 mile pilgrimage is 4 days and 3 nights
Holy Mass is celebrated daily along with confession coun-
seling reflection and fellowship For registration and addi-
tional information please go to the website
WwwwalkingpilgrimageusEnglishpilgriminfohtml
580-St Cecilia
We are online wwwst-ceciliaorg
Page 4 July 15 2018 15th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Parish Summer Office Hours
Monday thru Thursday 830mdash430
(Lunch 1200mdash100)
Friday 830 to 1100
July 2 until Labor Day
ATTENTION MEN ndash A new menrsquos group called FA-
THERS OF ST JOSEPH will be meeting every other Sat-
urday morning at 530 am in the St Cecilia Office Build-
ing The sole aim and purpose of the group is to labor for
the restoration revitalization and redemption of human
fatherhood in order that it may become what it has been
created to be an efficacious icon that directs the human
family to its Father The Fathers of St Joseph gatherings
are not so much meetings as they are mini retreats whose
aim is to communicate the spirituality of fatherhood in a
manner that encourages and inspires fathers to embrace
engage and ndash by the power of the Holy Spirit ndash sanctify
their vocation The next gathering is SATURDAY July
28
2018-2019 Faith Formation Registration K-8th Grade Traditional CCD 9th amp 10th Grade Confirmation
amp Generations of Faith Registration for all religious education classes are now open Forms and program details are available on the parish website and in the parish office Class sizes are limited and are on a first come first serve basis If you have any questions please contact Jim Clancy at 973-627-0310 ext 17 or at stceciliafaithformationgmailcom
Pregnant Need Help
This information is taken from the
Birth Haven website
The agency provides a safe and nurturing environment in
which to carry an unexpected pregnancy to term while
additionally helping the resident learn the tools necessary
to achieve greater self-sufficiency Individuals served by
the organization include both those who intend to raise
their child after delivery and those who opt for adoption
placement Most residents stay at Birth Haven through-
out their pregnancy and up until 6 weeks after the babyrsquos
birth exceptions are made when it is in the best interest
of the mother and infant
Birth Haven bull 4 Academy Street Newton New
Jersey 07860 973-579-7979
FAX 973-579-6831
httpwwwBirthHavenorg
SECOND COLLECTION Thank you for your generosity
to last weekrsquos collection for the Catholic Communication
Campaign (CCC) Your support will help the CCC connect
millions of people with Christ and spread the gospel mes-
sage If you missed the collection itrsquos not too late to give
Visit wwwusccborgnationalcollections and click on the
ldquoHow to Giverdquo link on the left
VIVERE CHRISTUS EST AWARD ndash Each year His
Excellency Bishop Arthur Serratelli presents the VIVERE
CHRISTUS EST AWARD (Christ is Life) to members of
the diocese who perform extraordinary service on behalf of
the Church This yearrsquos award from Sacred Heart of Jesus
Church is going to Jack and Pat Zayac The Zayacs are ac-
tive within both Sacred Heart of Jesus and Saint Cecilia
Parishes for many years serving in various leadership posi-
tions This yearrsquos award from Saint Cecilia Church is going
to Diane Boykow who serves as the administrator of Saint
Cecilia Cemetery the facility which serves parishioners
from both Saint Cecilia and Sacred Heart of Jesus Parishes
Diane fulfills her duties with the greatest of devotion and
dedication The awards will be given at the celebration of
Vespers on Sunday September 9th at 330 pm in Saint
John the Baptist Cathedral Paterson with Bishop Serratelli
presiding Our congratulations and best wishes to this
yearrsquos recipients
580-St Cecilia
Monday July 16 700 pmmdashBaptismal Class (Parish Office) Tuesday July 17 1100 ammdashSeniors Meeting (Hayes Hall) 400 pmmdashBible Camp (Divine Mercy Academy) 745 pmmdashCharismatic Prayer Group (Hayes Hall) Wednesday July 18 900 ammdashSoup Kitchen (Hayes Hall) 400 pmmdashBible Camp (Divine Mercy Academy) Thursday July 19 400 pmmdashBible Camp (Divine Mercy Academy) Friday July 20 400 pmmdashBible Camp (Divine Mercy Academy) Saturday July 21 400 pmmdashBible Camp (Divine Mercy Academy) Sunday July 22 Vietnamese Picnic (Freedom Park)
DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY NEWS
Page 5 Page July 15 2018 15th Sunday of Ordinary Time
RELIGIOUS CARDS FOR SALE AT PARISH OFFICE
Assorted religious cards are available for purchase at the
parish office Come and see our display of cards for
sacraments including ordination holidays thank you and
congratulations
Each card comes with a detachable keepsake bookmark
Cards 1 for $300 or 2 for $500
Divine Mercy Academy is now accepting applications for the 2018-2019 school year
87 Halsey Ave 973-627-6003
We offer a safe secure amp compassionate environment with a high level of individualized attention certified teachers
weekly liturgies amp daily Religion class academic curriculum with all core subjects STEM physical education music art Spanish amp library with technology integrated throughout the curriculum Before-careafter-careextracurricular activities
available Full day amp Half Day Pre-K3 amp Pre-K4 programs starting at
$2420year Full Day Kindergarten through 8th grade tuition rates as fol-
lows 1 child $5030 2 children $8200 3 children $9960 per
year Come see the difference an academically excellent Catholic
education makes
RCIA
Have you been worshiping with us or in another Catholic
Parish
but have never officially taken steps to become Catholic
Is another family member Catholic but not you
and you wonder what is the Faith they are practicing
Were you baptized in the Catholic Church
but have not been attending Catholic Mass for some time
Are you seeking a deeper personal relationship with Jesus
but have not been Baptized or have not received First Com-
munion
or have not been Confirmed in the Catholic Church
Are you dating or engaged to a Catholic person
and concerned what the effect of marrying a Catholic would
be
Are you married to a Catholic and attend Mass
but just donrsquot know what the next step is in becoming a
Catholic
Are you or your spouse a Catholic
but do not have a Catholic wedding
If any of the above questions apply to you
contact Deacon Paul Willson at 973-551-0749
Or leave contact information with Parish Office
Or send an email to pauldwillsongmailcom
VISIT ROME AND THE AMALFI COAST IN 2019 Father Zig is leading a trip to Rome and the Amalfi Coast
of Italy September 5-14 2019 A presentation for all those
interested in this trip will be held on Tuesday evening Se-
pember 18th in Hayes Hall beginning at 700 pm A repre-
sentative from Collette Tours will make the presentation
and answer all questions related to this wonderful trip
Brochures for the trip are now available from the parish
office or the church vestibule
Please visit the kiosk in the vestibule of the church to pur-
chase this CD and others that are available for $400
580-St Cecilia
ST LAWRENCE was born at Brindisi Italy and at the age of sixteen entered the Capuchin Franciscan community at Verona At the University of Padua he made rapid progress in his studies of philosophy and theology and showed a remarkable facility for languages He mastered Greek Latin Hebrew French Spanish German and Bohemian and acquired a wide knowledge of the Scriptures After his ordination he labored as a domestic missionary and was called to Rome by Clement VIII to work for the con-version of the Jews
In 1598 he was sent with eleven other Capuchins to establish Capuchin communities throughout Germany and Austria which were threatened by Lutheranism at that time While in the imperial realm the fame of his holiness wisdom and administrative ability led the Emperor Rudolf III to appoint him to organize the Catholic princes against the invading Turks At the Battle of Stuhlweissenburg though the Christians were outnumbered four to one St Lawrence roused the low spirits of the soldiers with a powerful oration mounted a horse and rode before the army with a crucifix held high The Turks were repulsed and Europe was saved
At the successful conclusion of his other German projects the Saint returned to seek seclusion in Italy only to find that he had been elected the Minister General of the Order He died in 1619 at Lisbon Portugal while on a mission to present the grievances of the people of Naples to their sovereign King Philip III of Spain Though he was a very active person St Lawrence was also a man of prayer as well as of deep learning He was canonized in 1881 by Pope Leo XIII and in 1960 he was made a Doctor of the Church
PRAYER God for the glory of Your name and the salvation of souls You favored St Lawrence Your Priest with the spirit of wisdom and fortitude Grant that in the same spirit we may recognize our obligations and with his help carry them out Amen
Taken from Lives of the Saints Catholic Booking Publishing Company 1999 New Jersey
Page 6 July 15 2018 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time
ST LAWRENCE OF BRINDISI Priest and Doctor of the ChurchmdashJuly 21
My Dear Parishioners
Today we arrive at the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time in our observance of the Lordrsquos Day The Old Testament scripture and
the Gospel for today bring to our attention the one who is called by the Lord and deputized to speak and act in His name The
prophet Amos is sent off to testify to the Lord before the people of Israel Amos was not schooled for such work but rather
had an occupation which was not related to such a noble calling and therefore felt unworthy Nonetheless God had chosen
him and by His grace equipped him with all that he needed to do the task
The Gospel reading tells us that the Lord Jesus sent out the Apostles with virtually nothing but the instructions to GO The
Apostles preach and teach in Jesus Name they drive ldquoout many demons and they anointed with oil many who were sick and
cured themrdquo Like Amos the Twelve did not receive any formal training in missiology but only the divine directive to GO
The Lord provided so that they might minister in His name for it was not human frailty but the awesome power of God
which worked wonders
Both of these accounts show us that the Lord uses people the least expected to preach and minister in His Name Todayrsquos
Scripture readings remind us of the divine call We know that this call is especially made to men and women who are being
invited to serve in holy orders or consecrated life We pray that these will have the courage to respond affirmatively as did
the prophets and Apostles In addition to these all the baptized are called by the Lord to minister in His Name We are
equipped for this service because werdquohellip were sealed with the promised Holy Spirithelliprdquo at Baptism and Confirmation At the
conclusion of every Mass we are told to GO and do this work
As all of us are taking some time during these summer days to slow down go on vacation etc let us take some time to con-
sider how we can respond more positively to the Lordrsquos call to minister in His Name Here in our parish it may be by serving
as a catechist serving in one of our liturgical ministries volunteering for some odd jobs around the church and so much
more God is calling YOU to serve and not to be served We all need to answer His call before itrsquos too late
God bless you
Father Zig
Parish Office 973-627-0313 internet wwwst-ceciliaorg FAX 973-627-4811 To Contact Fr Zig Ext 12 or speplowskioptonlinenet
School 973-627-6003 CCD Office 973-627-0313 Ext 17
Saint Cecilia Parish 90 Church Street Rockaway New Jersey 07866
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PARISH EVENTS
ST CECILIA SENIOR CLUB NEWS AND EVENTS
580-St Cecilia
Please be advised that all the ldquoSenior Eventsrdquo are open to everyone 55 and over from
St Cecilia amp Sacred Heart Parishes
July 17mdashRegular Meeting 11 am set up 12-1 social hour coffee amp cake
1-2pm meeting bingo amp cards afterward Sunday Sep 16 thru Friday Sept 21
Wildwood Crest Stay at the popular and historical Caribbean
Motel for 5 nights amp 6 days Includes hot breakfast every day dinners
plus a pizza party and a BBQ wine amp cheese parties a gala
evening of dinner show and dancing at Convention Hall Lewes Ferry
to Delaware for shopping a day at Resorts Casino with bonus
whale watch Cape May a show at the Performing Arts Center and more
For more info call Lorraine 973-366-6871 Donrsquot forget about the St Cecilia Seniors Adventure of The Seas on May 17 2019
For more info Call Alice Koller 973-627-8558
Page 3 July 15 2018 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time
MASS CARDS We are asked to pray for the dead The best way to do this
is to have a mass celebrated in memory of a loved one
Stop in or call the Parish Office 973-627-0313
~Offering $1500~
BAPTISM CLASS ndash A meeting of all those wishing information
and scheduling for a baptism will meet on Monday evening July
16th in the Saint Cecilia Parish office at 7 orsquoclock in the evening
Father will be present to conduct the information session and
answer questions regarding the celebration of the sacrament
PADRE PIO PRAYER GROUP - The Padre Pio Prayer
Group will resume following Labor Day
NEW WOMENS GROUP Women at the Well The Women at the Well meet the FIRST SATURDAYS of each month These evenings are meant to serve as spiritual and social refreshment for women The evening begins with a potluck dinner followed the Rosary quiet prayer and end-ing with dessert and socializing Registration is required by emailing Jennifer Nelson amp Faith Rose at wellwithmysoul17gmailcom with your name par-ish and email address This group is open to those outside the parish as well Bring a your Rosary and a friend
St Cecilia amp Sacred Heart Heart Parishes
Summer Bible Camp ldquoGrowing Up Catholicrdquo
Will be held Tuesday July 17th to Saturday July 21st
From 4-6 pm at Divine Mercy Academy
All children Pre-K to 4th grade are invited to attend
There will be games crafts songs Bible stories amp snacks
Registration Fee 1 childmdash$2000 2 or moremdash $2500
Adult and teen volunteers are needed For info please email
Stceciliafaithformationgmailcom
Or contact Denise at 973-462-3795
MASS changes for Mercy amp Mary Retreat
August 11th
Due to a scheduled retreat at our parish on Saturday
August 11th morning Mass will be held at 730 am
instead of 800 am The Retreat concludes on Satur-
day the 11th at 400 pm Please plan accordingly if
you plan on attending the 430 pm Mass as parking
will be a challenge until attendees begin to leave be-
tween 4 and 415 pm
WALKING PILGRIMAGEmdashA walking pilgrimage to
the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa in Doyles-
town Pennsylvania will begin August 9th and commence
from Saints Peter and Paul Church in Great Meadows New
Jersey The 60 mile pilgrimage is 4 days and 3 nights
Holy Mass is celebrated daily along with confession coun-
seling reflection and fellowship For registration and addi-
tional information please go to the website
WwwwalkingpilgrimageusEnglishpilgriminfohtml
580-St Cecilia
We are online wwwst-ceciliaorg
Page 4 July 15 2018 15th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Parish Summer Office Hours
Monday thru Thursday 830mdash430
(Lunch 1200mdash100)
Friday 830 to 1100
July 2 until Labor Day
ATTENTION MEN ndash A new menrsquos group called FA-
THERS OF ST JOSEPH will be meeting every other Sat-
urday morning at 530 am in the St Cecilia Office Build-
ing The sole aim and purpose of the group is to labor for
the restoration revitalization and redemption of human
fatherhood in order that it may become what it has been
created to be an efficacious icon that directs the human
family to its Father The Fathers of St Joseph gatherings
are not so much meetings as they are mini retreats whose
aim is to communicate the spirituality of fatherhood in a
manner that encourages and inspires fathers to embrace
engage and ndash by the power of the Holy Spirit ndash sanctify
their vocation The next gathering is SATURDAY July
28
2018-2019 Faith Formation Registration K-8th Grade Traditional CCD 9th amp 10th Grade Confirmation
amp Generations of Faith Registration for all religious education classes are now open Forms and program details are available on the parish website and in the parish office Class sizes are limited and are on a first come first serve basis If you have any questions please contact Jim Clancy at 973-627-0310 ext 17 or at stceciliafaithformationgmailcom
Pregnant Need Help
This information is taken from the
Birth Haven website
The agency provides a safe and nurturing environment in
which to carry an unexpected pregnancy to term while
additionally helping the resident learn the tools necessary
to achieve greater self-sufficiency Individuals served by
the organization include both those who intend to raise
their child after delivery and those who opt for adoption
placement Most residents stay at Birth Haven through-
out their pregnancy and up until 6 weeks after the babyrsquos
birth exceptions are made when it is in the best interest
of the mother and infant
Birth Haven bull 4 Academy Street Newton New
Jersey 07860 973-579-7979
FAX 973-579-6831
httpwwwBirthHavenorg
SECOND COLLECTION Thank you for your generosity
to last weekrsquos collection for the Catholic Communication
Campaign (CCC) Your support will help the CCC connect
millions of people with Christ and spread the gospel mes-
sage If you missed the collection itrsquos not too late to give
Visit wwwusccborgnationalcollections and click on the
ldquoHow to Giverdquo link on the left
VIVERE CHRISTUS EST AWARD ndash Each year His
Excellency Bishop Arthur Serratelli presents the VIVERE
CHRISTUS EST AWARD (Christ is Life) to members of
the diocese who perform extraordinary service on behalf of
the Church This yearrsquos award from Sacred Heart of Jesus
Church is going to Jack and Pat Zayac The Zayacs are ac-
tive within both Sacred Heart of Jesus and Saint Cecilia
Parishes for many years serving in various leadership posi-
tions This yearrsquos award from Saint Cecilia Church is going
to Diane Boykow who serves as the administrator of Saint
Cecilia Cemetery the facility which serves parishioners
from both Saint Cecilia and Sacred Heart of Jesus Parishes
Diane fulfills her duties with the greatest of devotion and
dedication The awards will be given at the celebration of
Vespers on Sunday September 9th at 330 pm in Saint
John the Baptist Cathedral Paterson with Bishop Serratelli
presiding Our congratulations and best wishes to this
yearrsquos recipients
580-St Cecilia
Monday July 16 700 pmmdashBaptismal Class (Parish Office) Tuesday July 17 1100 ammdashSeniors Meeting (Hayes Hall) 400 pmmdashBible Camp (Divine Mercy Academy) 745 pmmdashCharismatic Prayer Group (Hayes Hall) Wednesday July 18 900 ammdashSoup Kitchen (Hayes Hall) 400 pmmdashBible Camp (Divine Mercy Academy) Thursday July 19 400 pmmdashBible Camp (Divine Mercy Academy) Friday July 20 400 pmmdashBible Camp (Divine Mercy Academy) Saturday July 21 400 pmmdashBible Camp (Divine Mercy Academy) Sunday July 22 Vietnamese Picnic (Freedom Park)
DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY NEWS
Page 5 Page July 15 2018 15th Sunday of Ordinary Time
RELIGIOUS CARDS FOR SALE AT PARISH OFFICE
Assorted religious cards are available for purchase at the
parish office Come and see our display of cards for
sacraments including ordination holidays thank you and
congratulations
Each card comes with a detachable keepsake bookmark
Cards 1 for $300 or 2 for $500
Divine Mercy Academy is now accepting applications for the 2018-2019 school year
87 Halsey Ave 973-627-6003
We offer a safe secure amp compassionate environment with a high level of individualized attention certified teachers
weekly liturgies amp daily Religion class academic curriculum with all core subjects STEM physical education music art Spanish amp library with technology integrated throughout the curriculum Before-careafter-careextracurricular activities
available Full day amp Half Day Pre-K3 amp Pre-K4 programs starting at
$2420year Full Day Kindergarten through 8th grade tuition rates as fol-
lows 1 child $5030 2 children $8200 3 children $9960 per
year Come see the difference an academically excellent Catholic
education makes
RCIA
Have you been worshiping with us or in another Catholic
Parish
but have never officially taken steps to become Catholic
Is another family member Catholic but not you
and you wonder what is the Faith they are practicing
Were you baptized in the Catholic Church
but have not been attending Catholic Mass for some time
Are you seeking a deeper personal relationship with Jesus
but have not been Baptized or have not received First Com-
munion
or have not been Confirmed in the Catholic Church
Are you dating or engaged to a Catholic person
and concerned what the effect of marrying a Catholic would
be
Are you married to a Catholic and attend Mass
but just donrsquot know what the next step is in becoming a
Catholic
Are you or your spouse a Catholic
but do not have a Catholic wedding
If any of the above questions apply to you
contact Deacon Paul Willson at 973-551-0749
Or leave contact information with Parish Office
Or send an email to pauldwillsongmailcom
VISIT ROME AND THE AMALFI COAST IN 2019 Father Zig is leading a trip to Rome and the Amalfi Coast
of Italy September 5-14 2019 A presentation for all those
interested in this trip will be held on Tuesday evening Se-
pember 18th in Hayes Hall beginning at 700 pm A repre-
sentative from Collette Tours will make the presentation
and answer all questions related to this wonderful trip
Brochures for the trip are now available from the parish
office or the church vestibule
Please visit the kiosk in the vestibule of the church to pur-
chase this CD and others that are available for $400
580-St Cecilia
ST LAWRENCE was born at Brindisi Italy and at the age of sixteen entered the Capuchin Franciscan community at Verona At the University of Padua he made rapid progress in his studies of philosophy and theology and showed a remarkable facility for languages He mastered Greek Latin Hebrew French Spanish German and Bohemian and acquired a wide knowledge of the Scriptures After his ordination he labored as a domestic missionary and was called to Rome by Clement VIII to work for the con-version of the Jews
In 1598 he was sent with eleven other Capuchins to establish Capuchin communities throughout Germany and Austria which were threatened by Lutheranism at that time While in the imperial realm the fame of his holiness wisdom and administrative ability led the Emperor Rudolf III to appoint him to organize the Catholic princes against the invading Turks At the Battle of Stuhlweissenburg though the Christians were outnumbered four to one St Lawrence roused the low spirits of the soldiers with a powerful oration mounted a horse and rode before the army with a crucifix held high The Turks were repulsed and Europe was saved
At the successful conclusion of his other German projects the Saint returned to seek seclusion in Italy only to find that he had been elected the Minister General of the Order He died in 1619 at Lisbon Portugal while on a mission to present the grievances of the people of Naples to their sovereign King Philip III of Spain Though he was a very active person St Lawrence was also a man of prayer as well as of deep learning He was canonized in 1881 by Pope Leo XIII and in 1960 he was made a Doctor of the Church
PRAYER God for the glory of Your name and the salvation of souls You favored St Lawrence Your Priest with the spirit of wisdom and fortitude Grant that in the same spirit we may recognize our obligations and with his help carry them out Amen
Taken from Lives of the Saints Catholic Booking Publishing Company 1999 New Jersey
Page 6 July 15 2018 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time
ST LAWRENCE OF BRINDISI Priest and Doctor of the ChurchmdashJuly 21
My Dear Parishioners
Today we arrive at the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time in our observance of the Lordrsquos Day The Old Testament scripture and
the Gospel for today bring to our attention the one who is called by the Lord and deputized to speak and act in His name The
prophet Amos is sent off to testify to the Lord before the people of Israel Amos was not schooled for such work but rather
had an occupation which was not related to such a noble calling and therefore felt unworthy Nonetheless God had chosen
him and by His grace equipped him with all that he needed to do the task
The Gospel reading tells us that the Lord Jesus sent out the Apostles with virtually nothing but the instructions to GO The
Apostles preach and teach in Jesus Name they drive ldquoout many demons and they anointed with oil many who were sick and
cured themrdquo Like Amos the Twelve did not receive any formal training in missiology but only the divine directive to GO
The Lord provided so that they might minister in His name for it was not human frailty but the awesome power of God
which worked wonders
Both of these accounts show us that the Lord uses people the least expected to preach and minister in His Name Todayrsquos
Scripture readings remind us of the divine call We know that this call is especially made to men and women who are being
invited to serve in holy orders or consecrated life We pray that these will have the courage to respond affirmatively as did
the prophets and Apostles In addition to these all the baptized are called by the Lord to minister in His Name We are
equipped for this service because werdquohellip were sealed with the promised Holy Spirithelliprdquo at Baptism and Confirmation At the
conclusion of every Mass we are told to GO and do this work
As all of us are taking some time during these summer days to slow down go on vacation etc let us take some time to con-
sider how we can respond more positively to the Lordrsquos call to minister in His Name Here in our parish it may be by serving
as a catechist serving in one of our liturgical ministries volunteering for some odd jobs around the church and so much
more God is calling YOU to serve and not to be served We all need to answer His call before itrsquos too late
God bless you
Father Zig
Parish Office 973-627-0313 internet wwwst-ceciliaorg FAX 973-627-4811 To Contact Fr Zig Ext 12 or speplowskioptonlinenet
School 973-627-6003 CCD Office 973-627-0313 Ext 17
Saint Cecilia Parish 90 Church Street Rockaway New Jersey 07866
![Page 4: Saint Cecilia Parish · 7/15/2018 · 8:00 am— Robert & Rena Benjamin req. by Bob & Tom Benjamin Holy Souls in Purgatory 9:15 am— Thomas Michael Keating req. by Millie & Ashley](https://reader033.fdocuments.us/reader033/viewer/2022042301/5eccadb7a0af283cb576df26/html5/thumbnails/4.jpg)
580-St Cecilia
We are online wwwst-ceciliaorg
Page 4 July 15 2018 15th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Parish Summer Office Hours
Monday thru Thursday 830mdash430
(Lunch 1200mdash100)
Friday 830 to 1100
July 2 until Labor Day
ATTENTION MEN ndash A new menrsquos group called FA-
THERS OF ST JOSEPH will be meeting every other Sat-
urday morning at 530 am in the St Cecilia Office Build-
ing The sole aim and purpose of the group is to labor for
the restoration revitalization and redemption of human
fatherhood in order that it may become what it has been
created to be an efficacious icon that directs the human
family to its Father The Fathers of St Joseph gatherings
are not so much meetings as they are mini retreats whose
aim is to communicate the spirituality of fatherhood in a
manner that encourages and inspires fathers to embrace
engage and ndash by the power of the Holy Spirit ndash sanctify
their vocation The next gathering is SATURDAY July
28
2018-2019 Faith Formation Registration K-8th Grade Traditional CCD 9th amp 10th Grade Confirmation
amp Generations of Faith Registration for all religious education classes are now open Forms and program details are available on the parish website and in the parish office Class sizes are limited and are on a first come first serve basis If you have any questions please contact Jim Clancy at 973-627-0310 ext 17 or at stceciliafaithformationgmailcom
Pregnant Need Help
This information is taken from the
Birth Haven website
The agency provides a safe and nurturing environment in
which to carry an unexpected pregnancy to term while
additionally helping the resident learn the tools necessary
to achieve greater self-sufficiency Individuals served by
the organization include both those who intend to raise
their child after delivery and those who opt for adoption
placement Most residents stay at Birth Haven through-
out their pregnancy and up until 6 weeks after the babyrsquos
birth exceptions are made when it is in the best interest
of the mother and infant
Birth Haven bull 4 Academy Street Newton New
Jersey 07860 973-579-7979
FAX 973-579-6831
httpwwwBirthHavenorg
SECOND COLLECTION Thank you for your generosity
to last weekrsquos collection for the Catholic Communication
Campaign (CCC) Your support will help the CCC connect
millions of people with Christ and spread the gospel mes-
sage If you missed the collection itrsquos not too late to give
Visit wwwusccborgnationalcollections and click on the
ldquoHow to Giverdquo link on the left
VIVERE CHRISTUS EST AWARD ndash Each year His
Excellency Bishop Arthur Serratelli presents the VIVERE
CHRISTUS EST AWARD (Christ is Life) to members of
the diocese who perform extraordinary service on behalf of
the Church This yearrsquos award from Sacred Heart of Jesus
Church is going to Jack and Pat Zayac The Zayacs are ac-
tive within both Sacred Heart of Jesus and Saint Cecilia
Parishes for many years serving in various leadership posi-
tions This yearrsquos award from Saint Cecilia Church is going
to Diane Boykow who serves as the administrator of Saint
Cecilia Cemetery the facility which serves parishioners
from both Saint Cecilia and Sacred Heart of Jesus Parishes
Diane fulfills her duties with the greatest of devotion and
dedication The awards will be given at the celebration of
Vespers on Sunday September 9th at 330 pm in Saint
John the Baptist Cathedral Paterson with Bishop Serratelli
presiding Our congratulations and best wishes to this
yearrsquos recipients
580-St Cecilia
Monday July 16 700 pmmdashBaptismal Class (Parish Office) Tuesday July 17 1100 ammdashSeniors Meeting (Hayes Hall) 400 pmmdashBible Camp (Divine Mercy Academy) 745 pmmdashCharismatic Prayer Group (Hayes Hall) Wednesday July 18 900 ammdashSoup Kitchen (Hayes Hall) 400 pmmdashBible Camp (Divine Mercy Academy) Thursday July 19 400 pmmdashBible Camp (Divine Mercy Academy) Friday July 20 400 pmmdashBible Camp (Divine Mercy Academy) Saturday July 21 400 pmmdashBible Camp (Divine Mercy Academy) Sunday July 22 Vietnamese Picnic (Freedom Park)
DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY NEWS
Page 5 Page July 15 2018 15th Sunday of Ordinary Time
RELIGIOUS CARDS FOR SALE AT PARISH OFFICE
Assorted religious cards are available for purchase at the
parish office Come and see our display of cards for
sacraments including ordination holidays thank you and
congratulations
Each card comes with a detachable keepsake bookmark
Cards 1 for $300 or 2 for $500
Divine Mercy Academy is now accepting applications for the 2018-2019 school year
87 Halsey Ave 973-627-6003
We offer a safe secure amp compassionate environment with a high level of individualized attention certified teachers
weekly liturgies amp daily Religion class academic curriculum with all core subjects STEM physical education music art Spanish amp library with technology integrated throughout the curriculum Before-careafter-careextracurricular activities
available Full day amp Half Day Pre-K3 amp Pre-K4 programs starting at
$2420year Full Day Kindergarten through 8th grade tuition rates as fol-
lows 1 child $5030 2 children $8200 3 children $9960 per
year Come see the difference an academically excellent Catholic
education makes
RCIA
Have you been worshiping with us or in another Catholic
Parish
but have never officially taken steps to become Catholic
Is another family member Catholic but not you
and you wonder what is the Faith they are practicing
Were you baptized in the Catholic Church
but have not been attending Catholic Mass for some time
Are you seeking a deeper personal relationship with Jesus
but have not been Baptized or have not received First Com-
munion
or have not been Confirmed in the Catholic Church
Are you dating or engaged to a Catholic person
and concerned what the effect of marrying a Catholic would
be
Are you married to a Catholic and attend Mass
but just donrsquot know what the next step is in becoming a
Catholic
Are you or your spouse a Catholic
but do not have a Catholic wedding
If any of the above questions apply to you
contact Deacon Paul Willson at 973-551-0749
Or leave contact information with Parish Office
Or send an email to pauldwillsongmailcom
VISIT ROME AND THE AMALFI COAST IN 2019 Father Zig is leading a trip to Rome and the Amalfi Coast
of Italy September 5-14 2019 A presentation for all those
interested in this trip will be held on Tuesday evening Se-
pember 18th in Hayes Hall beginning at 700 pm A repre-
sentative from Collette Tours will make the presentation
and answer all questions related to this wonderful trip
Brochures for the trip are now available from the parish
office or the church vestibule
Please visit the kiosk in the vestibule of the church to pur-
chase this CD and others that are available for $400
580-St Cecilia
ST LAWRENCE was born at Brindisi Italy and at the age of sixteen entered the Capuchin Franciscan community at Verona At the University of Padua he made rapid progress in his studies of philosophy and theology and showed a remarkable facility for languages He mastered Greek Latin Hebrew French Spanish German and Bohemian and acquired a wide knowledge of the Scriptures After his ordination he labored as a domestic missionary and was called to Rome by Clement VIII to work for the con-version of the Jews
In 1598 he was sent with eleven other Capuchins to establish Capuchin communities throughout Germany and Austria which were threatened by Lutheranism at that time While in the imperial realm the fame of his holiness wisdom and administrative ability led the Emperor Rudolf III to appoint him to organize the Catholic princes against the invading Turks At the Battle of Stuhlweissenburg though the Christians were outnumbered four to one St Lawrence roused the low spirits of the soldiers with a powerful oration mounted a horse and rode before the army with a crucifix held high The Turks were repulsed and Europe was saved
At the successful conclusion of his other German projects the Saint returned to seek seclusion in Italy only to find that he had been elected the Minister General of the Order He died in 1619 at Lisbon Portugal while on a mission to present the grievances of the people of Naples to their sovereign King Philip III of Spain Though he was a very active person St Lawrence was also a man of prayer as well as of deep learning He was canonized in 1881 by Pope Leo XIII and in 1960 he was made a Doctor of the Church
PRAYER God for the glory of Your name and the salvation of souls You favored St Lawrence Your Priest with the spirit of wisdom and fortitude Grant that in the same spirit we may recognize our obligations and with his help carry them out Amen
Taken from Lives of the Saints Catholic Booking Publishing Company 1999 New Jersey
Page 6 July 15 2018 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time
ST LAWRENCE OF BRINDISI Priest and Doctor of the ChurchmdashJuly 21
My Dear Parishioners
Today we arrive at the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time in our observance of the Lordrsquos Day The Old Testament scripture and
the Gospel for today bring to our attention the one who is called by the Lord and deputized to speak and act in His name The
prophet Amos is sent off to testify to the Lord before the people of Israel Amos was not schooled for such work but rather
had an occupation which was not related to such a noble calling and therefore felt unworthy Nonetheless God had chosen
him and by His grace equipped him with all that he needed to do the task
The Gospel reading tells us that the Lord Jesus sent out the Apostles with virtually nothing but the instructions to GO The
Apostles preach and teach in Jesus Name they drive ldquoout many demons and they anointed with oil many who were sick and
cured themrdquo Like Amos the Twelve did not receive any formal training in missiology but only the divine directive to GO
The Lord provided so that they might minister in His name for it was not human frailty but the awesome power of God
which worked wonders
Both of these accounts show us that the Lord uses people the least expected to preach and minister in His Name Todayrsquos
Scripture readings remind us of the divine call We know that this call is especially made to men and women who are being
invited to serve in holy orders or consecrated life We pray that these will have the courage to respond affirmatively as did
the prophets and Apostles In addition to these all the baptized are called by the Lord to minister in His Name We are
equipped for this service because werdquohellip were sealed with the promised Holy Spirithelliprdquo at Baptism and Confirmation At the
conclusion of every Mass we are told to GO and do this work
As all of us are taking some time during these summer days to slow down go on vacation etc let us take some time to con-
sider how we can respond more positively to the Lordrsquos call to minister in His Name Here in our parish it may be by serving
as a catechist serving in one of our liturgical ministries volunteering for some odd jobs around the church and so much
more God is calling YOU to serve and not to be served We all need to answer His call before itrsquos too late
God bless you
Father Zig
Parish Office 973-627-0313 internet wwwst-ceciliaorg FAX 973-627-4811 To Contact Fr Zig Ext 12 or speplowskioptonlinenet
School 973-627-6003 CCD Office 973-627-0313 Ext 17
Saint Cecilia Parish 90 Church Street Rockaway New Jersey 07866
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580-St Cecilia
Monday July 16 700 pmmdashBaptismal Class (Parish Office) Tuesday July 17 1100 ammdashSeniors Meeting (Hayes Hall) 400 pmmdashBible Camp (Divine Mercy Academy) 745 pmmdashCharismatic Prayer Group (Hayes Hall) Wednesday July 18 900 ammdashSoup Kitchen (Hayes Hall) 400 pmmdashBible Camp (Divine Mercy Academy) Thursday July 19 400 pmmdashBible Camp (Divine Mercy Academy) Friday July 20 400 pmmdashBible Camp (Divine Mercy Academy) Saturday July 21 400 pmmdashBible Camp (Divine Mercy Academy) Sunday July 22 Vietnamese Picnic (Freedom Park)
DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY NEWS
Page 5 Page July 15 2018 15th Sunday of Ordinary Time
RELIGIOUS CARDS FOR SALE AT PARISH OFFICE
Assorted religious cards are available for purchase at the
parish office Come and see our display of cards for
sacraments including ordination holidays thank you and
congratulations
Each card comes with a detachable keepsake bookmark
Cards 1 for $300 or 2 for $500
Divine Mercy Academy is now accepting applications for the 2018-2019 school year
87 Halsey Ave 973-627-6003
We offer a safe secure amp compassionate environment with a high level of individualized attention certified teachers
weekly liturgies amp daily Religion class academic curriculum with all core subjects STEM physical education music art Spanish amp library with technology integrated throughout the curriculum Before-careafter-careextracurricular activities
available Full day amp Half Day Pre-K3 amp Pre-K4 programs starting at
$2420year Full Day Kindergarten through 8th grade tuition rates as fol-
lows 1 child $5030 2 children $8200 3 children $9960 per
year Come see the difference an academically excellent Catholic
education makes
RCIA
Have you been worshiping with us or in another Catholic
Parish
but have never officially taken steps to become Catholic
Is another family member Catholic but not you
and you wonder what is the Faith they are practicing
Were you baptized in the Catholic Church
but have not been attending Catholic Mass for some time
Are you seeking a deeper personal relationship with Jesus
but have not been Baptized or have not received First Com-
munion
or have not been Confirmed in the Catholic Church
Are you dating or engaged to a Catholic person
and concerned what the effect of marrying a Catholic would
be
Are you married to a Catholic and attend Mass
but just donrsquot know what the next step is in becoming a
Catholic
Are you or your spouse a Catholic
but do not have a Catholic wedding
If any of the above questions apply to you
contact Deacon Paul Willson at 973-551-0749
Or leave contact information with Parish Office
Or send an email to pauldwillsongmailcom
VISIT ROME AND THE AMALFI COAST IN 2019 Father Zig is leading a trip to Rome and the Amalfi Coast
of Italy September 5-14 2019 A presentation for all those
interested in this trip will be held on Tuesday evening Se-
pember 18th in Hayes Hall beginning at 700 pm A repre-
sentative from Collette Tours will make the presentation
and answer all questions related to this wonderful trip
Brochures for the trip are now available from the parish
office or the church vestibule
Please visit the kiosk in the vestibule of the church to pur-
chase this CD and others that are available for $400
580-St Cecilia
ST LAWRENCE was born at Brindisi Italy and at the age of sixteen entered the Capuchin Franciscan community at Verona At the University of Padua he made rapid progress in his studies of philosophy and theology and showed a remarkable facility for languages He mastered Greek Latin Hebrew French Spanish German and Bohemian and acquired a wide knowledge of the Scriptures After his ordination he labored as a domestic missionary and was called to Rome by Clement VIII to work for the con-version of the Jews
In 1598 he was sent with eleven other Capuchins to establish Capuchin communities throughout Germany and Austria which were threatened by Lutheranism at that time While in the imperial realm the fame of his holiness wisdom and administrative ability led the Emperor Rudolf III to appoint him to organize the Catholic princes against the invading Turks At the Battle of Stuhlweissenburg though the Christians were outnumbered four to one St Lawrence roused the low spirits of the soldiers with a powerful oration mounted a horse and rode before the army with a crucifix held high The Turks were repulsed and Europe was saved
At the successful conclusion of his other German projects the Saint returned to seek seclusion in Italy only to find that he had been elected the Minister General of the Order He died in 1619 at Lisbon Portugal while on a mission to present the grievances of the people of Naples to their sovereign King Philip III of Spain Though he was a very active person St Lawrence was also a man of prayer as well as of deep learning He was canonized in 1881 by Pope Leo XIII and in 1960 he was made a Doctor of the Church
PRAYER God for the glory of Your name and the salvation of souls You favored St Lawrence Your Priest with the spirit of wisdom and fortitude Grant that in the same spirit we may recognize our obligations and with his help carry them out Amen
Taken from Lives of the Saints Catholic Booking Publishing Company 1999 New Jersey
Page 6 July 15 2018 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time
ST LAWRENCE OF BRINDISI Priest and Doctor of the ChurchmdashJuly 21
My Dear Parishioners
Today we arrive at the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time in our observance of the Lordrsquos Day The Old Testament scripture and
the Gospel for today bring to our attention the one who is called by the Lord and deputized to speak and act in His name The
prophet Amos is sent off to testify to the Lord before the people of Israel Amos was not schooled for such work but rather
had an occupation which was not related to such a noble calling and therefore felt unworthy Nonetheless God had chosen
him and by His grace equipped him with all that he needed to do the task
The Gospel reading tells us that the Lord Jesus sent out the Apostles with virtually nothing but the instructions to GO The
Apostles preach and teach in Jesus Name they drive ldquoout many demons and they anointed with oil many who were sick and
cured themrdquo Like Amos the Twelve did not receive any formal training in missiology but only the divine directive to GO
The Lord provided so that they might minister in His name for it was not human frailty but the awesome power of God
which worked wonders
Both of these accounts show us that the Lord uses people the least expected to preach and minister in His Name Todayrsquos
Scripture readings remind us of the divine call We know that this call is especially made to men and women who are being
invited to serve in holy orders or consecrated life We pray that these will have the courage to respond affirmatively as did
the prophets and Apostles In addition to these all the baptized are called by the Lord to minister in His Name We are
equipped for this service because werdquohellip were sealed with the promised Holy Spirithelliprdquo at Baptism and Confirmation At the
conclusion of every Mass we are told to GO and do this work
As all of us are taking some time during these summer days to slow down go on vacation etc let us take some time to con-
sider how we can respond more positively to the Lordrsquos call to minister in His Name Here in our parish it may be by serving
as a catechist serving in one of our liturgical ministries volunteering for some odd jobs around the church and so much
more God is calling YOU to serve and not to be served We all need to answer His call before itrsquos too late
God bless you
Father Zig
Parish Office 973-627-0313 internet wwwst-ceciliaorg FAX 973-627-4811 To Contact Fr Zig Ext 12 or speplowskioptonlinenet
School 973-627-6003 CCD Office 973-627-0313 Ext 17
Saint Cecilia Parish 90 Church Street Rockaway New Jersey 07866
![Page 6: Saint Cecilia Parish · 7/15/2018 · 8:00 am— Robert & Rena Benjamin req. by Bob & Tom Benjamin Holy Souls in Purgatory 9:15 am— Thomas Michael Keating req. by Millie & Ashley](https://reader033.fdocuments.us/reader033/viewer/2022042301/5eccadb7a0af283cb576df26/html5/thumbnails/6.jpg)
580-St Cecilia
ST LAWRENCE was born at Brindisi Italy and at the age of sixteen entered the Capuchin Franciscan community at Verona At the University of Padua he made rapid progress in his studies of philosophy and theology and showed a remarkable facility for languages He mastered Greek Latin Hebrew French Spanish German and Bohemian and acquired a wide knowledge of the Scriptures After his ordination he labored as a domestic missionary and was called to Rome by Clement VIII to work for the con-version of the Jews
In 1598 he was sent with eleven other Capuchins to establish Capuchin communities throughout Germany and Austria which were threatened by Lutheranism at that time While in the imperial realm the fame of his holiness wisdom and administrative ability led the Emperor Rudolf III to appoint him to organize the Catholic princes against the invading Turks At the Battle of Stuhlweissenburg though the Christians were outnumbered four to one St Lawrence roused the low spirits of the soldiers with a powerful oration mounted a horse and rode before the army with a crucifix held high The Turks were repulsed and Europe was saved
At the successful conclusion of his other German projects the Saint returned to seek seclusion in Italy only to find that he had been elected the Minister General of the Order He died in 1619 at Lisbon Portugal while on a mission to present the grievances of the people of Naples to their sovereign King Philip III of Spain Though he was a very active person St Lawrence was also a man of prayer as well as of deep learning He was canonized in 1881 by Pope Leo XIII and in 1960 he was made a Doctor of the Church
PRAYER God for the glory of Your name and the salvation of souls You favored St Lawrence Your Priest with the spirit of wisdom and fortitude Grant that in the same spirit we may recognize our obligations and with his help carry them out Amen
Taken from Lives of the Saints Catholic Booking Publishing Company 1999 New Jersey
Page 6 July 15 2018 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time
ST LAWRENCE OF BRINDISI Priest and Doctor of the ChurchmdashJuly 21
My Dear Parishioners
Today we arrive at the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time in our observance of the Lordrsquos Day The Old Testament scripture and
the Gospel for today bring to our attention the one who is called by the Lord and deputized to speak and act in His name The
prophet Amos is sent off to testify to the Lord before the people of Israel Amos was not schooled for such work but rather
had an occupation which was not related to such a noble calling and therefore felt unworthy Nonetheless God had chosen
him and by His grace equipped him with all that he needed to do the task
The Gospel reading tells us that the Lord Jesus sent out the Apostles with virtually nothing but the instructions to GO The
Apostles preach and teach in Jesus Name they drive ldquoout many demons and they anointed with oil many who were sick and
cured themrdquo Like Amos the Twelve did not receive any formal training in missiology but only the divine directive to GO
The Lord provided so that they might minister in His name for it was not human frailty but the awesome power of God
which worked wonders
Both of these accounts show us that the Lord uses people the least expected to preach and minister in His Name Todayrsquos
Scripture readings remind us of the divine call We know that this call is especially made to men and women who are being
invited to serve in holy orders or consecrated life We pray that these will have the courage to respond affirmatively as did
the prophets and Apostles In addition to these all the baptized are called by the Lord to minister in His Name We are
equipped for this service because werdquohellip were sealed with the promised Holy Spirithelliprdquo at Baptism and Confirmation At the
conclusion of every Mass we are told to GO and do this work
As all of us are taking some time during these summer days to slow down go on vacation etc let us take some time to con-
sider how we can respond more positively to the Lordrsquos call to minister in His Name Here in our parish it may be by serving
as a catechist serving in one of our liturgical ministries volunteering for some odd jobs around the church and so much
more God is calling YOU to serve and not to be served We all need to answer His call before itrsquos too late
God bless you
Father Zig
Parish Office 973-627-0313 internet wwwst-ceciliaorg FAX 973-627-4811 To Contact Fr Zig Ext 12 or speplowskioptonlinenet
School 973-627-6003 CCD Office 973-627-0313 Ext 17
Saint Cecilia Parish 90 Church Street Rockaway New Jersey 07866
![Page 7: Saint Cecilia Parish · 7/15/2018 · 8:00 am— Robert & Rena Benjamin req. by Bob & Tom Benjamin Holy Souls in Purgatory 9:15 am— Thomas Michael Keating req. by Millie & Ashley](https://reader033.fdocuments.us/reader033/viewer/2022042301/5eccadb7a0af283cb576df26/html5/thumbnails/7.jpg)
Parish Office 973-627-0313 internet wwwst-ceciliaorg FAX 973-627-4811 To Contact Fr Zig Ext 12 or speplowskioptonlinenet
School 973-627-6003 CCD Office 973-627-0313 Ext 17
Saint Cecilia Parish 90 Church Street Rockaway New Jersey 07866