Rev. Vincent G. Guest, Pastor

Rev. Adam Cichoski, Part Time Parochial Vicar

Rev. Junior Flores, Parochial Vicar

Deacon John A. Contino

Deacon Nicholas Mortelliti

Mrs. Helen Persing, St. John Paul II School Principal

Ms. Maria Nieva, Director of Liturgy & Music

Mrs. Gelen Hernandez, Director of Hispanic Ministries

Mrs. Michele Salvino, Director of Faith Formation

Mrs. Stephanie Greco, Director of Shrine Services

Mr. Francisco Torres, Sacristan

Our Masses from St. Lawrence Church are

being live streamed so you can watch and

pray with your family.

Weekday Masses – 7 p.m.

Saturday, 5:00 p.m.

Sunday, 7:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m.

And 11:00 a.m. en Espanol

Nuestras Misas en las Iglesia de San

Lorenzo seran Transmitidas en Vivo para

que puedan ustedes ver y orar con sus familias.

Misas de lunes a viernes - 7 p.m.

Sábados, 5:00 p.m.

Domingos, 7:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m. y 11:00 a.m. en español

Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish Shrine

St. Lawrence Church

135 North White Horse Pike Lindenwold, NJ 08021

St. Luke Church 55 Warwick Road

Stratford, NJ 08084

Telephone: (856) 627-2222 Fax: (856) 627-8210

Website: www.guadalupeshrinenj.org/

www.facebook.com/

OurLadyofGuadalupeNJ

Email: guadalupeparishshrine@gmail.com

Saint John Paul II Regional School

Telephone: (856) 783-3088 www.jp2rs.org

Sixth Sunday of Easter

May 17, 2020

VI Domingo de Pascua 17 de Mayo de 2020

From the Pastor’s Desk / Del Escritorio de el Pastor

When Can we Go to Mass Again?

This is the question we are all asking, and as of this letter I do not have the answer.

Ultimately, the Governor and our Bishop will provide our churches with some dates and

guidelines. One thing I do know, however, is that when our parish reopens for public Mass,

it will be different then we are accustomed to. For example, social distancing guidelines will

be enforced (less people will be allowed in church) and the elderly and those whose

health could be placed at risk are certainly excused. We will continue to live stream our

Masses. As I announced last week, Volun-teers will be needed when we re-open for

public Masses. In Phase 1 of reopening, gatherings in our churches will be limited to

no more than 25% of the capacity of the church building. Thus, more ushers will be

needed assist with proper seating and volunteers will be needed to help clean after

every Mass. If you are in good health and want to assist us as we prepare, God willing,

to open again, please call the parish and leave a message at the front desk, or email the

parish at guadalupeparishshrine@gmail.com.

Together we pray that this virus can soon be contained and controlled. Please continue to

follow health and safety instructions to keep your family and community safe.

Ascension of the Lord

For this year only, the celebration of the Solemnity of the Ascension of our Lord,

usually celebrated on a Thursday, will be moved to the following Sunday. This decision

was made by the Bishops of New Jersey. Thus, the Ascension this year will be

celebrated on Sunday, May 24. Our Parish will Live Stream Masses as we have been

doing.

Stay Healthy and God Bless you and your

family, Fr. Vince

¿Cuándo podemos regresar a las misas? Esta es la pregunta que todos nos estamos haciendo, después de esta carta, no tengo una respuesta. En última instancia, el Gobernador y nuestro Obispo nos han informado a nuestras iglesias algunas fechas y pautas. Sin embargo, una cosa que sí sé es que cuando nuestra parroquia vuelva a abrir para la misa a la comunidad, será diferente a lo que estamos acostumbrados. Por ejemplo, se impondrán normas de distanciamiento social (se permitirá la entrada de menos personas a la iglesia) y los ancianos y aquellos cuya salud podría estar en riesgo están ciertamente excusados. Continuaremos transmitiendo en vivo nuestras Misas. Como les he anunciado la semana pasada, se necesitarán voluntarios cuando volvamos a abrir a la comunidad. En la primera parte de la reapertura, las reuniones en nuestras iglesias se limitarán a no más del 25% de la capacidad del edificio de la iglesia. Por lo cual, se necesitarán más voluntarios para ayudar con los espacios adecuados y se necesitarán al igual voluntarios para ayudar a limpiar después de cada Misa. Si esta en buena condición de salud y quiere ayudarnos mientras nos preparamos, si Dios quiere, para abrir nuevamente, por favor llame a la parroquia y deje un mensaje de voz en la recepción o envíe un correo electrónico a la parroquia al guadalupeparishshrine@gmail.com. Y juntos oremos para que este virus pueda ser contenido y controlado pronto. Continúe siguiendo las instrucciones de salud y seguridad para mantener a su familia y comunidad a salvo.

Ascensión del Señor Solo por este año, la celebración de la Solemnidad de la Ascensión de nuestro Señor, que generalmente se celebra los jueves, se moverá al domingo siguiente. Esta decisión fue tomada por los obispos de Nueva Jersey. Así, la Ascensión de este año se celebrará el domingo 24 de mayo. Nuestra parroquia transmitirá misas en vivo como lo hemos estado haciendo.

Mantente saludable y que Dios les bendiga a

usted y a sus familias, Padre Vicente

Mass Intentions:

S– Stratford, L– Lindenwold

Monday, May 18, 2020 S 8:00 a.m. Pro populo L 7:00 p.m. Anna Sperandio

r/b Walter & Patricia Kulba

Tuesday, May 19, 2020 S 8:00 a.m. Living Intention-Thanksgiving for

graces & blessings received

r/b Baaba Yanney L 7:00 p.m. Anne Boyer

r/b Pat Costello

Wednesday, May 20, 2020 S 8:00 a.m Pro populo L 7:00 p.m. Pro populo

Thursday, May 21, 2020

S 8:00 a.m Monica Ejianreh

r/b Ejianreh family Parents of the Barbone & Rebecca families

r/b Matt & Rosanne Rebecca Agnes Mount

r/b Leo Mount family L 7:00 p.m. Para la gente

Friday, May 22, 2020 S 8:00 a.m Pro populo

L 7:00 p.m. Pro populo

Saturday, May 23, 2020

S 8:00 a.m Pro populo

S 4:00 p.m. Martha Hallworth Harkins

r/b Philomena & Harry Riedel Matt Dutch-1st anniversary

r/b family

L 5:00 p.m. Angel Torio

r/b Amy Torio Linda Haines

r/b Linda McGroarty

Sunday, May 24, 2020

L 7:30 a.m Pro populo

L 9:30 a.m. Alfina Cucinotta

r/b Angie & Bob Philip Antonucci

r/b DeClemente family Fr. Gerald Dolan

r/b Mary Ann Chezik L 11:00 a.m. Alex Cruz

r/b Francisco & Lucy Cruz S 11:30 a.m. Vincent Mascoli

r/b St. Vincent de Paul

S 5:00 p.m. Pro populo

We pray for the sick, homebound, and those in

nursing homes from our parish:

Chris Bakey Joyce Baus

Deacon John Berstecher Fr. Joe Capella Mary DeYoung

Albert DiBartolomeo Eleanor DiBartolomeo

Doris Dintino Marie Dutch

Anna & Robert Farrell Patricia Fowler David Galda

Nicholas Giove

Michael Hobbs Margaret Infanti Alecia LaScala Vivian Lazzaro

James Leung Rudy & Louise Lista

Rizel Flores Luna William Martin Jayne Martini

Dominic & Mia McDowell Kay O’Keefe

Matthew Petrongolo Elaine Pignuola Mary Quigley Millie Reinert

Frank Sabatini, Jr. John Sachs

Jessica Santiago Barbara Santoro

Art Schaeffer Mike Smith

Roscoe Stillwell, Jr.

Kayci Jones Tunnell Richard Vita

Natalie Vitarelli William Waples

Alicia Watkins & baby Savannah Kathy Watkins

John Welsh

Please pray for those in the military:

Kindly update us when our officers have come

home.

Brian Axelrod Thomas Backenson, M.D.

Michael Barikian Mark Bergman Kevin Bradley Dylan Brodie

Tyler Carberry Brandon Carney Jessica Carney

Off. John Causey Joseph DeStefano Ryan Dougherty

Trevor Dunkelberger

James Early, Jr.

John Early, Sr. Thomas Early, Jr.

Drew Hance Jarrod Haschert

Jonathan Haubrich Stephen Heim T. J. Homan

Justin Jackson, III

PV2 James E. Keen III Rev. Christopher Kopec

Emily Ann Krowicki Benjamin Kyler

Nicholas Liberatore Thomas J. Mackin Scott Maulo, Jr. Joseph Morett

Michael Mortka, Jr. Nicholas Mousley

Taylor Naphys David Osisek

Jaime Brinn Redmond

Chris A. Roesch

Matthew B. Rowe Anthony T. Santora, IV

Eric Shook, Jr. Kolby Smith

Timothy Turck Robert, Terry & Michael Turner Matthew Urban

Please pray for those who have died: Jeanne McVey, Ralph Mulligan, Donald Newton,

Anna Sperandio

Candle Intentions:

St. Luke-Blessed Mother Candle:

Sue Milicia

r/b Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish Staff

Parish News

Stewardship Reflection:

Stewardship Goodness

“For it is better to suffer for doing good, if that be God’s will, than for doing evil.” 1 PETER 3:17 The old line says, “If you want to make God laugh,

tell him your plans.” Many Stewards are diligent in our planning and making sure things are

progressing smoothly. Then disaster strikes and we

don’t get the result that was intended or an

unforeseen problem arises. Many times, we may

respond negatively and ask, “Why me? I did everything right!” Here’s the thing – adversity

humbles us and reminds us of our dependence on

God and not on our own self-reliance. Rest

assured, God has a better plan in store for you.

Readings for the week:

Monday: Acts 16:11-15; Ps 149:1b-6a, 9b; Jn

15:26 — 16:4a

Tuesday: Acts 16:22-34; Ps 138:1-3, 7c-8; Jn 16:5-11

Wednesday: Acts 17:15, 22 — 18:1; Ps 148:1-2,

11-14; Jn 16:12-15

Thursday: Acts 18:1-8; Ps 98:1-4; Jn 16:16-20

Friday: Acts 18:9-18; Ps 47:2-7; Jn 16:20-23 Saturday: Acts 18:23-28; Ps 47:2-3, 8-10; Jn

16:23b-28

Sunday: Acts 1:1-11; Ps 47:2-3, 6-9; Eph

1:17- 23; Mt 28:16-20

St. Vincent de Paul Food Distribution:

May 23, 2020, 4th Sat.

June 13, 2020, 2nd Sat.

13 E. Evergreen Ave. Somerdale, NJ Distribution will be from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Phone: 856-627-8824

We accept monetary donations, canned goods, tuna

& cereals. Donations can also be made in memory

of loved ones.

Thank you for your generosity!!!

Light of Belief:

Every believer in this world must become a spark of

light.

—Pope Saint John XXIII

Saint Rita of Cascia, May 22:

(1381-1457)

If you’re ever in Philadelphia on May 22, forget parking

anywhere near Saint Rita’s shrine. Cars line streets

and fill medians as throngs pack a candlelight vigil and six Masses, honoring this patroness of lost causes,

hopeless situations, and—as her statue in countless

churches built by twentieth-century immigrants

testifies—difficult marriages, troubled homes, and

alienated children. Wise people warn, be careful what you pray for. “Divine Savior,” Rita prayed, “let me suffer

like you!” Obedient to parents who refused her wish to

become a nun, Rita married a man who returned her

devotion with twenty years of abuse. When enemies

murdered him, Rita’s two sons swore revenge.

Paintings depict her pointing the angry boys toward Christ crucified, whom she begged to restrain them.

Within the year, both sons died. Alone now, Rita went

to the convent but was refused. The nuns feared

violence, since one of them was related to the

murderer. Rita arranged peace between the families, made vows, and became much sought after as a

counselor and intercessor for forty years on earth—and

ever since in heaven.

—Peter Scagnelli, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

Daily Prayer Messages:

Would you like to receive short prayers or

reflections daily? It is a nice way to begin your day.

Please call the Parish Office @ 856-627-2222 with your

email address. Several lines are available in case more

than one adult in your home wants to be on the list.

Your information is protected and will not be shared with other entities.

Prayer for Priestly Vocations:

Lord Jesus, we ask you to bless the Diocese of Camden with an increase in vocations to the priesthood.

We pray that young men from our parishes and

families will hear your call and be both generous and

courageous in their response. May more young men

serve you as priests who teach the faith, preach the

Gospel, celebrate the sacraments and make you present among us through their ministry. Encourage

them to embrace the joy-filled and fulfilling life of a

diocesan priest. May parents support priestly vocations

in their families by prayer and good example. We

entrust these prayers through Mary Immaculate, our patroness, hopeful that you will bless our diocese with

more priest in the near future, who live and reign

forever and ever. AMEN.

Ministerio Hispano

Ministerio Hispano