Office Location Phone Email/Fax Website

Parish Office 105 Harrison St., New Milford 201-261-0148 office@sjcnj.org Fax #: 201-261-0369

sjcnj.org

Religious Education 105 Harrison St., New Milford 201-261-1144 religioused@sjcnj.org sjcnjre.org

Saint Joseph School 305 Elm St., Oradell 201-261-2388 office@sjsusa.org sjsusa.org

the greenhouse-PreK 305 Elm St., Oradell 201-477-8114 vailc@greenhouseusa.org greenhouseusa.org

HOLY DAYS as announced

Miraculous Medal Novena Monday, 7:00 pm in Mary’s Chapel

Eucharistic Adoration First Wednesday of Month

9 am—5 pm in Mary’s

Homebound/Hospital Call Parish Office.

Christian Initiation of Adults—RCIA Contact Parish Office.

PARISH REGISTRATION Contact Parish Office.

PASTOR:

Msgr. David C. Hubba

PAROCHIAL VICARS:

Rev. Andrew Park Rev. Roy Regaspi

Deacon G. Montalvo

PASTOR EMERITUS:

Rev. George M. Reilly

Oradell/New Milford, NJ Roman Catholic Church Saint Joseph

ASSUMPTION OF MARY AUG. 15—HOLY DAY

MASS SCHEDULE—P. 2

SJS CARNIVAL SEPT. 15-16-17

NINETEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME ~ August 13, 2017

Summer Hours: (Parish Office) Mon-Thurs: 9 am - 5 pm ; Fri-9 am –2 pm; (Rel. Ed.) Mon-Thurs: 10 am-4 pm (Also by appointment.)

MASS SCHEDULE Saturday 5:00 pm

Sunday 7:30am, 9:00am, 10:30 am, 12 noon

DAILY Weekdays 7:00 am & 8:30 am

Saturday 8:30 am

SACRAMENTS

Confession: Saturday, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Baptism Contact the Parish Office.

Marriage Arrangements should be made

with a priest at least one year in advance.

THE ITALIAN CHAPEL—constructed by Italian prisoners-of-war during WWII on the Orkney Islands near Scotland

“For a Real Presence lingers brooding near … this Holy of Holies on a storm lashed shore. What prayers, what longings did these captives pour out to their God?”

(For more, see “From the Pastor’s Desk” on page 3.)

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Visit us on our websites! CHURCH: sjcnj.org

SCHOOL: sjsusa.org REL. ED.: sjcnjre.org

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ASSUMPTION OF THE

BLESSED VIRGIN MARY

A HOLY DAY OF

OBLIGATION

—AUGUST 15

MASSES at Saint Joseph

300 Elm St., Oradell

MON., AUG. 14 at 7:30 PM;

TUES., AUG. 15 at 7:00 AM,

8:30 AM & 7:30 PM

LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR

TO VISIT SAINT JOSEPH AUGUST 19-20

The Little Sisters of the Poor from St. Joseph’s

Home for the Elderly in Totowa will be visiting our parish on Saturday and Sunday, August 19-20. The Little Sisters operate 188 homes throughout the world providing loving care to the elderly poor and have served the aged in New Jersey since 1879. The doors of the St. Joseph’s Home in Totowa run by the Little Sisters were opened in 1976. Today 103 elderly residents reside there. With rising costs in every area, the Home is dependent upon financial support from mailings, fundraisers and church col-lections. We hope when the Little Sisters visit us next week you will be as generous as your means allow. For more information about the Little Sisters of the Poor, visit their website at

littlesistersofthepoortotowa.org

DON’T MISS OUT ON

ALL THE FUN!

SAVE THE DATE

SEPT. 15-16-17

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NINETEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME ~ AUGUST 13, 2017

FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK I thank our parishioner Jim Kelly for bringing the following topic to my attention.

Scapa Flow, northeast of the Scottish mainland in the Orkney Islands, is one of the world’s great natural harbors. It is nestled among small islands that just about surround it. Viking raiders exploited its advantages in the middle ages and mentioned it in their 11th-century sagas. It became the chief British naval base of World War I because of its easy access to the North Sea, where Britain’s main strategy was to establish a screen of warships to contain German military and commercial sea power. The plan succeeded, largely because of Britain’s superior maritime forces. There was only one significant naval engagement in WW I: the Battle of Jutland, a titanic clash of “Dreadnaught”-class battleships that ended in a draw. After the German capitulation, the armistice terms decreed that the German fleet was to be interned at Scapa Flow. It numbered 78 warships, 16 of them among the largest of their time. On June 21, 1919, German rear-Admiral von Reuter ordered the scuttling of those ships rather than see the Allies acquire them, and by late afternoon all but 4 of them were sunk, the greatest loss of ships in a single day. A few small British craft tried to stop the destruction, opening fire and killing 8 German sailors. Scottish school children on an excursion on the tugboat Flying Kestrel were thrilled to see the action, which they thought was arranged as an entertainment for them. When World War II broke out, Scapa Flow was a confident repeat-choice to be Britain’s fleet headquarters. It was beyond the range of German bombers and its eastern approaches had been thought secure, especially since deliberately placed sunken ships had narrowed them during World War I. But on October 14, 1939, a German U-Boat managed to infiltrate the base and sank the battleship Royal Oak, which was anchored there. 833 British sailors died in the attack. To seal off Scapa Flow, the British created what came to be known as the Churchill Barriers, massive constructions of stone and concrete topped by vehicular roads. Much of the work on them was done by Italian prisoners of war from the North African campaign. The POWs asked for permission to build a chapel where they could worship. And in late 1943, the prisoners joined two Nissen huts together to achieve their goal. The leading spirits for the project were the Italian chaplain, Father P. Gioacchino Giacobazzi, the British commandant, Major T.P. Buckland, and, most influential of all, Domenico Chiocchetti, an artist who, with few resources, led a number of workers to make the chapel an impressive place for prayer. Chiocchetti designed an altar and a holy water font, both made of concrete. Over the altar, he painted a fresco, an impressive Madonna and Child inspired by a holy card he carried with him all through the war, which had a reproduction of Nicolo Barabino’s “Madonna of the

Olives,” a depiction of Our Lady, Queen of Peace. Chiocchetti also painted two windows (of St. Francis of Assisi and St. Catherine of Siena), did wall paintings of the symbols of the Evangelists and of a dove and angels, and made a tabernacle out of wood from a shipwreck. Skilled metal workers named Palumbi and Primavera contributed a beautiful sanctuary screen and candelabra. There were outside enhancements too. A worker named Buttapasta added a cement coating and led the construction of an impressive front façade, which was painted white with red trim. Over its door, a man named Pennisi made a red clay emblem of the head of the suffering Christ, and outside, near the entrance, the prisoners fashioned a moving statue of St. George slaying the dragon. After the war, in 1958, maintenance work was done to the chapel. In 1960, Domenico Chiocchetti returned to do more repairs, including to his paintings. Needed roofing improvements were also carried out. A Jesuit priest, Father J. Ryland Whitaker, offered a Mass in the Chapel. In his homily, he said that “In the heart of human beings the truest and most lasting hunger is for God.” Chiocchetti and his wife Maria returned for another visit in 1964, his last. He died in 1999. His wife died in 2007. After his 1960 visit, Chiocchetti wrote a letter to the people of Orkney, in which he said:

The chapel is yours—for you to love and preserve. I take with me to Italy the remembrance of your kindness and wonderful hospitality. I shall remember always, and my children shall learn from me to love you. I thank the authorities …, the courteous preservation committee, and all those who … have collaborated for the success of this work and for having given me the joy of seeing again the little chapel of Lambholm where I, in leaving, leave a part of my heart.

Scapa Flow’s military role ended in 1956. The harbor now accommodates an oil transfer facility. But the chapel still stands to remind those who visit it that, in all of life’s trials, people need God and God is always strongly present to his people. Today’s bulletin cover has a picture of the Orkney chapel. It was selected by our bulletin editor, Diane Hellriegel, who finds beautiful pictures for us to enjoy every week.

Msgr. David Hubba

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BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP

SEPTEMBER 15—NOVEMBER 3 PLEASE NOTE CORRECT DATES

When grieving the loss of a loved one, individuals may feel overwhelmed and lonely. Adapting to life after the death of a loved one often takes more time than we expect. Recognizing that by virtue of our baptism into the Christian faith we are called by Jesus to minister to one another, our parish community of Saint Joseph will offer a Bereavement Support Group led by Sister Josefina Morales and Kurt Strobach for our brothers and sisters who have lost a loved one through death. (Parishioners from other churches are also welcome.) The purpose of the group is to provide opportunities for mutual healing in a confidential, educational and spiritual environment. The group will meet for 8 weeks on Fridays (7:00-9:00 pm) from September 15-November 3. If you would like to participate or if you need more information, please contact our parish secretary Gerry at 201-261-0148.

SAINT JOSEPH SCHOOL IS LOOKING FOR

SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS If you are 21 or over, have 60 college credits

and are interested in being placed on our substitute teacher list (the position pays $85/day), please contact SJS principal Dr. Paula Valenti at valentip@sjcnj.org or at 201-261-2388. Experience working with children is a plus! (All candidates must hold Protecting God’s Children certification. If you do not currently have it, you will be given details when you apply.)

WOMEN'S CORNERSTONE MEETING—AUGUST 16

Summer is sizzling, but our Cornerstone Meetings are cool! We invite you to join us this Wednesday evening, August 16 at 8:00 pm in the comfortable Knights of Columbus Hall at 199 River Road in New Milford. If you've ever experienced a Cornerstone weekend, I’m sure you remember how wonderful if made you feel. Well, come to our meetings and have that experience all over again. As we prepare for our next weekend in March, you will once again feel a strong feeling of God's love and want to pass it on to our new ladies who will be joining us. So consider this your special invitation to journey with us towards Cornerstone XXVI!

EDUCATION EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

IN THE ARCHDIOCESE OF NEWARK If you are a certified teacher or administrator looking for a position in a Catholic School in Bergen, Essex, Hudson or Union counties, check out the Archdiocesan website at catholicschoolsnj.org/about-us/employment/ to see current openings and job requirements.

HEALING MINISTRY FOR SEPARATED AND DIVORCED TO BEGIN AT SAINT JOSEPH

—SEPTEMBER 18 Our Healing Ministry for the Separated and Divorced will begin on Monday, September 18 at 7:30 pm in the Jackson Room, Lower Church area, Harrison Street entrance. The twelve week DVD/discussion program is based on the teachings of the Catholic Church, and is open to anyone who needs comfort, counsel, clarity, and most especially to feel God's peace and compassionate love. Topics include: The spiritual life and the Church's teachings regarding separation and divorce; dealing with fear, anger, depression, loneliness, financial issues, court battles, parenting, custody and visitation, Church annulment, singleness, dating again, remarriage, sex and chastity. *All sharing within the support group is confidential and sacred because all God's children are sacred having been made in God's image and likeness. To register, email Annette Ziegler at aziggy314@gmail.com or call her cell at 201-663-0794.

Are you interested in being a co-facilitator for this ministry? If so, please contact Annette at email or phone number listed above.

CATECHISTS NEEDED

Catechists are needed for the Fall in the following grades: Sundays (10:10-11:35 am) —Kindergarten (1); Grade 1 (2); Grade 4 (2); Grade 5 (2); Grade 6 (1)

Tuesdays (3:45-5:10 pm) —Kindergarten (1), Grade 1 (3), Grade 2 (1); Grade 6 (1) Wednesdays (4:45-6:10 pm) — Grade 7 (1), Grade 8 (1). A tuition discount is available to anyone serving as a catechist who also has a child in the Religious Education program. Please call Deacon George or Mrs. Arlene Kennedy at 201-261-1144 if you would like to volunteer or to learn more.

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Saturday 5:00 pm

Sunday 7:30 am 9:00 am 10.30 am 12:00 pm UC

Monday 7:00 am 8:30 am 7:30 pm

Tuesday 7:00 am 8:30 am 7:30 pm

Wednesday 7:00 am 8:30 am

Thursday

7:30 am 8:30 am

Friday

7:00 am 8:30 am

Saturday 8:30 am 5:00 pm

Sunday 7:30 am 9:00 am 10:30 am UC 12:00 pm UC

PRAYER REQUESTS

Let us remember those who are ill: Jo-Ann Ryan, Annalisa Godwin, Nancy Rhein,

Bob Rhein, Alexandra Simone, Amelia Jalandoni, Joel Rivera, Lorenzo Alberto, Dymphna O’Shea,

Makayla Jenis Nun ez, Michael Cestare

Let us remember those who have recently died: George Alto, Thomas Gillen, Morton Propper,

George Macey, Blanca Higuera

Let us remember those serving in the military.

SUNDAY COLLECTION Week of July 30, 2017

BASKET PARISHPAY TOTAL

$6,840 $3,838 $10,678

Week of August 6, 2017 BASKET PARISHPAY TOTAL $6,447 $4,647 $11,094

BREAD & WINE INTENTIONS

The bread and wine for the week of August 13, 2017

is offered in loving memory of Joaquina Guzman

as requested by the Becker Family.

NINETEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINRY TIME ~ AUGUST 13, 2017

Saint Joseph Parish Staff

Parish Trustees………..Mr. Brendan Walsh/Mrs. Carol Winkler Parish Pastoral Council…………….Mr. Martin De Benedetto Dir. of Religious Education ……….Deacon George Montalvo Sacraments Coordinator …………..Mrs. Arlene Kennedy Director of Music ……………………..Mr. Monroe Quinn Youth Minister ………………………...Mrs. Donna Cirino Facilities Director ………………….....Mr. Tom Meli Business Manager ……………….…. .Mrs. Phyllis Vrola Parish Secretary ……………………....Mrs. Geraldine Carolan

Principal of Saint Joseph School…Dr. Paula Valenti Dir. of Comm./ Bulletin Editor…...Mrs. Diane Hellriegel

STEWARDSHIP REFLECTION “He said, ‘Come.’ Peter got out of the boat and began to walk on the water toward Jesus.” MATTHEW 14:29

When you hear Jesus calling, do you respond immediately and trust that He knows what He’s doing? If so, you are walking on water! When we say “yes” to Jesus, we feel the power of his presence in our lives. We can feel the freedom it gives us! Listen how Jesus is calling you to live the extraordinary life He has in mind for you.

SPECIAL INTENTIONS You may donate the Bread and/or Wine used during a week’s Masses in memory of a loved one

or for a special intention. Contact the parish office to reserve your date.

August 12, 2017 Abraham Marquinez Saludo

August 13, 2017 People of the Parish Vincent Pernicone John (Jack) Verrier Marilyn Kahill

August 14, 2017 Vincent Strohm Mary Potter People of the Parish

August 15, 2017 Assumption of Mary Joseph & Grace Gaetano John T. Flieger Judene Maron Baglieri

August 16, 2017 Clarence R. Fraser Jeff Howes

August 17, 2017 Vincent Strohm Mary Potter

August 18, 2017 John J. McTigue Nikolli Smajlaji

August 19, 2017 Catherine Kim Joaquina Guzman

August 20, 2017 People of the Parish Jack Verrier Paul Rota (Anniversary Remembrance) Dorothy O’Dell

THIRD SATURDAY PRAYER —AUGUST 19

All are invited to join the Legion of Mary after the 8:30 am Mass on Saturday, August 19 in Mary's Chapel for the Rosary and continuing series on the virtues of the Blessed Mother.

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GOING ON VACATION? FIND A CHURCH NEAR YOU

If you are traveling, be sure to go to

masstimes.org to locate a Catholic Church and Mass times at your vacation destination. And please don’t forget to drop off your Saint Joseph Parish envelope before you go!

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Please consider being part of this rewarding volunteer opportunity— all you need is a car and a smile! Volunteers are needed to deliver

meals to the homebound ONE DAY A MONTH to the New Milford/Oradell areas. For more information, call Ellen at 201-385-3711.

AN URGENT REQUEST

Our neighbor in faith, Pastor Stephen Sweet of Grace Lutheran Church in River Edge, has an urgent request on behalf of his dear wife. “My wife Nancy is in need of a kidney! She is now registered with the National Kidney Foundation Donor Bank, but it could well take over seven years before a kidney would become available to her. She is healthy enough to receive a kidney from a living donor. The sooner the better! As of now, she does not need dialysis (this can change overnight) which makes the transpant much easier and with fewer complications. “We have been told that it is the “person of faith” who usually steps up and unconditionally donates a kidney. So Nancy and I are reaching out to our beloved caring faith community. We realize that this is a tremendous request, but we are both optimistic that someone will prayerfully step forward with unconditional selfless generosity and love. “Anyone who is interested or needs more information please call Nancy at 201-674-8162, email her at nancysnewfie@aol.com or writer her at 147 W. Midland Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652. You may also call me on my cell at 201-956-2555 (or at Grace Lutheran Church—201-261-5415). “Thank you for listening, caring and especially for your prayers! God bless you all.”

FOOD DONATION THANK YOU We received the following letter from Catholic Family & Community Services in Paterson for your generous donations to our Summer Food Drive: “On behalf of the Board of Trustees, the staff and our clients, I gratefully acknowledge your donation of one hundred and five pounds of food on 6/13/17 in support of the Catholic Family & Community Services programs. We appreciate your continued support of Catholic Family & Community Services and its mission. We support clients in their personal struggles to enhance their quality of life. The result is not simply a stronger individual or family, but rather a stronger community. In the end, a stronger community is the measure of a successful community-based social service agency. Catholic Family & Community Services is stronger and better able to serve the on-going needs of our community because of your support. We could not reach out to so many if you had not reached out to us with your support. Thank you again for your donation.”

MASS FOR THOSE AFFECTED BY ALCOHOLISM

—AUGUST 19

A special mass and a support group meeting for all who are affected by the disease of alcoholism will take place at Church of St. Mary, 20 Legion Place, Closter, NJ on Saturday, August 19 at 12:00 noon. Mass is offered for the support, healing and recovery of not only the man/woman directly affected with the abuse of alcohol and/or drugs, but also for anyone involved in the life of the alcoholic or drug addict. For information please call 201-768-7565.

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