The Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time February 19, 2017

Sunday, Feb. 19th - Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:30 am - Francis & Mary Niznik 9:00 am - Angelo Giambona 10:30 am - Helen & John Meyer 12:00 pm - DeFazio Family 5:00 pm - Maria Thuy Tran Monday, Feb. 20th - Ordinary Time Weekday 7:00 am - People of the Parish 12:05 pm - Mark Cord Tuesday, Feb. 21st - St. Peter Damian

7:00 am - Henry Holzmann 12:05 pm - Marie DeNichilo Wednesday, Feb. 22nd - The Chair of St. Peter

the Apostle

7:00 am - Venancio Pardo 12:05 pm - Eduardo Jalowayski Thursday, Feb. 23rd - St. Polycarp

7:00 am - Michael Cagney 12:05 pm - Joseph Villano Friday, Feb. 24th - Ordinary Time Weekday 7:00 am - Christopher Stefano 12:05 pm - Richard Griffith Saturday, Feb. 25th - BVM

8:00 am - Ellen Czaplinski 4:00 pm - Confession 5:30 pm - Sabino Andriani Sunday, Feb. 26th - Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time

7:30 am - People of the Parish 9:00 am - Meehan Family 10:30 am - Robert Manzi 12:00 pm - Richard T. Hayden 5:00 pm - Joseph Villano *********************************************** Weekly Collection The collection for 2/5/17 was $7817 and 2/12/ was $6418 on line giving was $278.85. Fuel collection was $2341. Thank you for your continued and generous support.

WEEKLY READINGS

Sunday - Leviticus 19:1-2, 17-18/1 Corinthians 3:16-23 Matthew 5:38-48 Monday - Sirach 1:1-11/Matthew 9:14-22

Tuesday - Sirach 2:1-11/Matthew 9:30-37 Wednesday - 1 Peter 5:1-4/Matthew 16:13-19

Thursday - Sirach 5:1-8/Matthew 9:41-50

Friday - Sirach 6:5-17/Matthew 10:1-12 Saturday - Sirach 17:1-15/Matthew 10:13-16 *********************************************** There is an appointed time for everything…

Kane Dylan DiPaolo Brielle Avery Lichtman Paul Amico Marilyn Grace Meyer We pray for those in our Parish Family who are sick, Fr. Al Guglielmo, Kerrianne Schillari, Jennie Solano, those who are homebound, for patients in Meadowlands and Meadowview Hospitals, Hudson Manor and the Fountains at the Manor.

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Memorials The Santuary Lamp is in memory of Daniel Sullivan

Parish Mission Statement

We at the Catholic Christian community of Immaculate Conception, Secaucus, in

the Archdiocese of Newark, proclaim to be a Eucharistic Community, guided by the Spirit to proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ, as we journey by sacraments and service through love and compassion, to evangelize, to celebrate our diversity and to meet the challenge our responsibility as disciples of the Lord Jesus.

UPCOMING EVENT Sunday, Feb. 19th

Gym in use - 4-7pm Monday, Feb. 20th Gym in use - 5:30 - 7:30pm Tuesday, Feb. 21st Gym is use - 5:30-7:30pm Breavement - Notre Dame Hall - 7pm RCIA - Notre Dame Hall - 7:30pm Baptism Class - Notre Dame Hall - 7:30pm Wednesday, Feb. 22nd Gym in use - 5:50-7:30pm Choir - Rm. 101 - 7pm RCIA - children -NDH - 6:30-8:30pm Thursday, Feb. 23rd Gym in use - 5:30-7:30pm Cubs - Cafeteria - 4-6pm Faith Formation - 7pm Women’s Cornerstone - Notre Dame Hall - 3:30pm Friday, Feb. 24th Choir - Rm. 101 - 5-10pm Women’s Cornerstone - Notre Dame Hall - all day Saturday, Feb. 25th

Faith Formation - Notre Dame Hall - 10am-12pm Women’s Cornerstone - Notre Dame Hall - all day _______________________________________________

Knights News! If you still have a baby bottle at home please bring with or without a donation and leave in the gift shop. The council will hold their next

meeting this Wed. Feb. 15th. Those that have a current membership card or who need to pickup their 2017 card are welcome to attend at 8pm in the cafeteria. Like to be a knight contact Neal at 201-223-7967 Save the date of March 3rd for the council will hold a “Meatless Friday” dinner on the first Fri. of Lent. Cost is just $20 for an adult and $15 per child. Deadline to order tickets is Feb. 28th, Like to be a Knight, contact Neal at 201-223-7967. *********************************************** **Note - the Parish Office will be closed on Monday, Feb. 20th in observance of President’s Day.

American Flags The Knights of Columbus 4th Degree, Msgr. Peter B. O’Connor Assemble 1543 are seeking

American Flags that you may have that are in good condition. We are seeking mainly those that measure 4’x6’ and 4’x8’ to fly on the flag pole in front of the church. Being that we are the Patriotic Arm of the Knights of Columbus, Fr. Vic gave us this suggestion and we are only too happy to begin this program. Those who have flags that may have draped the casket of a loved one, your flag will be flown for 30 days and will be returned. Your veteran’s name will be mentioned in the church bulletin. Flags may be dropped off at the Parish Office with a contact name and number. Any questions you may contact Sal Manente Sr. - Assembly Commander at 201-866-2988 or Paul Pinkman - Veteran Affairs Representative at 201-866-8621. _______________________________________________

Sacrament of Reconciliation Congratulations

Congratulations to all of our 2nd Graders who received the Sacrament of Reconciliation on Feb. 4th & 11th. They are: Jeshua Acuna James Huber Braelyn Ruiz Victor Acuna Toby Kieck Matthew Rullo Jaden Almazar Dylan Kieck Emily Rutkowski Genevieve Blas Ava Rose Krajewski Olivia Buckingham Jason Leppin Oliver Surdykowski Grace Cabrera Halia Lewis Lilliana Tango Betsabe Paulino Kayla Luna Hunter Taylor Madelyn Connelly Victor Malan Hampton Taylor Ava D’Addetta Daniel Maniotis Jada Toribio Madison Daly Connor Michalkovich Miles Fajardo Frank Monnecka Mylee Toro Paige Fleischhauer Camila Montero Josh Torres Korbi Foster Liam Morgan Bennett Tran Angelia Garretson Stephen Moser Alex Vega Alexio Gonzalez Isabella Munoz Isabella Vega Sofia Guzman Kayla Murillo Sarah Veloz Dylan Hablitz James Pepe Aidan Wurst Karegan Harper Gabriella Ratti Sean Young Brooke Hartung Edward Rodrigues Olivia Heller Lucas Rodrigues

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SAVE THE DATE!

FR. VIC’S 40TH

ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

WHEN: SATURDAY JUNE 3, 2017 TIME: 5:30 PM MASS FOLLOWED BY A WHERE: DINNER DANCE AT LA REGGIA (5 hour Open Bar, Coctail Hour, Dinner) Cost: $100 PER PERSON Invitations to follow. Any questions or to hold your reservation, please call Deacon Earle at 201-863-4840 ext. 28

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Annual Candy Sale Can you believe its that TIME of the YEAR

again! Our Annual Parish Candy Sale has begun. These delicious chocolates are from Gertrude Hawk ! Everyone needs candy for Easter so why not order your candy with us

and you would be helping the Parish at the same time, so please consider ordering at least one item from the catalogs

located at the enterances of the church. You can also

order on-line at the web site located on the paper in the catalog. (please make sure that you reference our code so the parish gets the credit). All profits go to the church. Candy sale ends on March 5th.

If you have any questions, please call Betty Ann at 201-866-8621. Order forms can be dropped off at the Gift Shop. Tentative date for candy pick-up will be the week before Easter but please check the bulletin for further details. Thank You!

Building Bridges

Join composer and worship leader Jesse Manibusan for a chance to get away with family and friends of all ages to remember the things that are really important. Jesse Manibusan is a dynamic speaker and composer who presents an experience of church that is engaging, playful, inspiring, and empowering. His songs may be familiar from Mass, including “Open My Eyes”. This Lenten Experience begins with a Friday night concert and continues with a faith-filled day with the Lord on Saturday. Friday, March 31 at 7:30PM - Interactive Concert - $10 Saturday, April 1 from 9am-2:30pm - Day With The Lord - $15 (includes lunch) Please contact the office for more information.

Announcing Junior Youth Group Meeting

Sunday, February 26, 2017, 7-9PM Open Gym Night in the school gym. My name is Jim Greene and I am the New Youth Minister here at Immaculate Conception Parish. As we begin a New Year in 2017, I would like to invite you to our first Event of the Year which is an OPEN GYM NIGHT. I invite you to join me for a Night of Faith, Fun, Food and Activities. This meeting is for parish youth and parents of students in Grades 6th through 8th. My plan is to introduce myself as your New Youth minister and get to know you as we enjoy some time playing Pickup Basketball and Volleyball Games. In addition, I would like to introduce you and your parents to the various upcoming events that we are planning to participate in this year and Beyond. I look forward to seeing you all there. Sincerely, Jim Greene Youth Minister

Pilgrimage to Our Lady of Guadalupe, Mexico

Our parish is organizing a pilgrimage to Our Lady of Guadalupe on May 1-6 this year. If you are planning to join, please send your registration form and deposit to the parish office or Noelette Tours as soon as possible within this month to avoid paying extra. Airline seats are limited. Forms are available at the doors of the Church or you can call Fr. Rolando at 201-863-4840 to request a copy. You can also contact him for inquiries.

Every year our Parish celebrates Mardi Gras. This year, Fat Tuesday is on Feb. 28th. We begin with a brief “Burning of the Palm” and then everyone goes into the Cafeteria to “pig out” on wonderful desserts. Our Parish is made up of many nationalities and we would love that everyone be represented. I am sure that many of you have special recipes from your country of origin that have been handed down from generation to generation. Please consider sharing these special treats with the rest of the Parish. There is no commitment required, all you need to do is make your dessert and come and join in the fun. If you are willing to participate, please contact Linda Meyer at 201-520-0482.

The Parish Family of

Immaculate Conception 1219 Paterson Plank Road, Secaucus. New Jersey 07094

Welcome to our home, where for over 105 years, we have

been sharing in the life of our community by creating a sacred

space where the human heart can experience life. We invite

you to join us in creating our parish. We are a multi-cultural

community with diverse experiences from all over the world

celebrating as a Christian family at Immaculate Conception.

“Do This In Memory Of Me”

We gather to give thanks and remember daily

Holy Days As announced

Sacrament of Reconciliation

Saturday 4 to 5p.m. or by appointment

Our Communal Devotions

Wednesday 7:00 p.m.

Our Mother of Perpetual Help

& St. Joseph

First Tuesday after 12 p.m.

Mass

Novena to St. Jude &

Anointing of the Sick

First Fridays, 11:00 a.m.

Holy Hour

(Sept – May)

Tuesday 5:45 p.m.

St. Jude, St. Terese of Lisieux,

St. Anthony

Thursday 6 :00-7:00p.m.

Holy Hour/Benediction

(Sept - May)

Saturday 8:30 a.m.

Our Lady of Fatima & Divine

Mercy

Come And Join Us And Create A Christ Centered Community

Where Strangers Become Friends And Friends Become Family.

Our Parish Staff

Fr. Victor Kennedy Pastor

Fr. Rolando Yadao Parochial Vicar

Deacon Earle Connelly Jr. Pastoral Asso.

Linda Meyer Dir. of Religious Ed.

Jonathan Cordova Music Ministry

Office Staff

Martha McGuire Secretary

Barbara Tamborini Bookkeeper

Betty Ann Pinkman Bulletin Editor

Joe Saccente Plant Manager

Parish Contacts

Phone: (201) 863-4840 Fax: (201) 863-3537

Religious Ed. (201) 520-0482

Emails: Office: iccofficemail@gmail.com

Religious Ed. icc.dre@gmail.com

WEBSITE www.iccsecaucus.com

ICC-Religious-Education

ICC YAM

Saturday In Anticipation 5:30p.m.

Sunday 7:30, 9:00, 10:30a.m.

12noon, 5:00p.m.

Weekdays 7a.m., 12:05p.m

Saturday 8:00a.m.

Our Eucharist Celebration: