World Marriage Day
300 Kings Highway, Haddon Heights, New Jersey 08035 (856) 547-0564
www.strosenj.com
(additional contact information on page 10)
February 14, 2021
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Mass Schedule
Saturday Vigil: 5:30 pm / Sunday: 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 am, 6:30pm
Weekdays in CHURCH : Mon.-Fri…. 6:30 am & 8:30 am, Saturday 8:30 am
Confession Times are as follows:
World Marriage Day, the final day of World Marriage Week, is this Sunday, February 14. The
mission statement, “World Marriage Day honors husband and wife as the foundation of the family –
the basic unit of society. It salutes the beauty of their faithfulness, sacrifice, and joy in daily married
life” should make us all stop and think about what is most important in our lives. St John Paul II
wrote that we cannot live without love. We are incomprehensible to ourselves without love (See
Redemptor Hominis #10). The important question is, “what is love?” St. Paul gives us a powerful
explanation, “Love is patient and kind; love is not jealous or boastful; it is not arrogant or rude. Love
does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful.” (I Corinthians 13:4 – 5). The authentic
love St. Paul describes is a great challenge, but, as St. John Paul wrote, this love defines us as human
beings.
Marriage is about the love of a man and a woman who make a public commitment (the
wed-ding) to an exclusive union for life with each other and hope for the gift of new life. That new life
not only means children, but also the shared experience of the exclusive love of husband and wife.
As the World Marriage Day mission statement reminds us, we, as individuals and a culture, are
called to honor and celebrate “the beauty of their faithfulness, sacrifice, and joy in daily married
life.” Being founded in love, married life is both challenging and fulfilling. Married couples need our
support and encouragement. Young people need to be aware of our reverence and appreciation of
marriage.
The support of family, friends, and our culture are important for married couples but there is
another, greater support, the presence of God in the family. You who are married couples in our
modern world lead busy lives. With the demands of work and perhaps the care of children you have
a lot to do. Make time for each other and for God. Love requires presence, communication, and
forgiveness. Go to Mass on Sunday. Make the effort you would make for each other. Remember
that we attend Mass because the Eucharist is Jesus Christ. The celebration of Mass is a presence of
God in our midst like no other. If you have kids take them. I know that taking children to Mass is a
project on the order of the Normandy invasion, but they are worth it. Your kids need God in their
lives. You need God in your life. Go to confession. Let the kids see you go to confession. If you’ve
been married for more than 48 hours you know the importance of forgiveness as part of love. If you
haven’t been to confession in a while you may be nervous. I assure you it isn’t very painful. No one
needs emergency medical care after confession. Pray together. As busy as you are, take a few
minutes each day. Sit on the couch. Hold hands. Ask God for guidance and help. Look at each
oth-er and thank God for your marriage and the family you are.
God wants to be a part of your family and help you. With the help of God you are greater as
a family than you were as individuals. As you work to deepen your love and friendship for each
oth-er and enjoy the life togethoth-er that God has given you, know that you make an important
contribu-tion to a world that is in desperate need of love.
God bless,
Fr. Allen Lovell
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Around the Parish
PARISH WEEK AHEAD
MON 2-15 Presidents’ Day—No SchoolCCD St. Francis 7:00pm St. Vincent dePaul Lounge 7:00pm
TUE 2-16 CCD Church 4:00pm
CCD Church 6:15pm
Legion of Mary SCMR 7:00pm
WED 2-17 Ash Wednesday—All Masses in Church 6:30am, 8:30am, 4:00pm and 7:00pm
Followers Lounge 9:30am
THURS 2-18 Pray the Rosary Chapel 6:30pm Legion of Mary Curio Lounge 7:30pm FRI 2-19 Adoration in Church from 9am until 7pm
Stations of the Cross Church 7:00pm
SAT 2-20 Confessions Church 9:00am
Confessions Church 4:15pm
Saturday Evening Mass Church 5:30pm
SUN 2-21 SUNDAY MASSES
8:00am, 9:30am, 11:00am and 6:30pm
Charismatic Group Church 7:30pm
Eucharistic Adoration
is held every Friday here at St. Rose Church
from 9 am to 5 pm
(during Lent, until 7pm)Ash Wednesday and Lenten
Schedule
Ash Wednesday, February 17
Masses with distribution of Ashes
at 6:30am, 8:30am, 4:00pm and 7:00pm
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Weekday Masses during Lent
Monday -Friday 6:30am and 8:30am
Tuesday evenings 7:00pm (thru 3/30)
Saturday 8:30am
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Fridays 9:00am– 7:00pm
(No Exposition on Good Friday)
Stations of the Cross
Held every Friday after 7:00pm Benediction
Confessions
Every Saturday: 9:00am-9:45am and
4:15pm-5:15pm
Starting Feb 24, Every Wednesday, at 7:00pm
No confessions scheduled during the Triduum 4/1-4/3
Note: All Masses, Confessions, Stations, Adoration and Morn-ing Prayer will take place in the Church this year.
Video Regarding Changes to the
Distribution of Ashes
The Camden Diocese has created a video explaining the changes to the distribution of ashes this year. The video can
be seen on YouTube or Facebook using the following URLs: YouTube - https://youtu.be/RwpRc0OctPI
Facebook - https://fb.watch/3xcX9RleH2/
Parking Reminder!
Being a good neighbor entails being respectful of a neighbor’s space. New Jersey Imaging
Network (NJIN) ,located directly across the
street from St. Rose church, is our neighbor. They have patients who are ill, and have trouble walking, who
need to utilize the limited number of parking spaces in their lot. Our parking there, even for a few minutes, can interfere with their patients ability to find a parking spot. Therefore, please, DO NOT park in their lot for School or CCD drop-off/
pick-up OR daily Mass parking, including ASH WEDNESDAY.
We are fortunate that they do allow our
parishioners to park in the lot on Saturday night and Sunday morning for Masses, but that is the only time that parking
there is permitted. Additional parking is available on the far side of the CVS lot.
Thank you for your cooperation!
Fr. Dave
This year, due to Covid, ashes will be imposed, as is done in many parts of the world, by sprinkling them onto the head of the penitent instead of placed directly on the forehead. The priest will bless the ashes as usual and then pronounce over the gathered assembly the formula “Repent, and believe in the Gospel” or “Remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return”. The ministers then cleanse/sanitize their hands and, wearing masks, impose ashes without saying anything. The faithful, wearing masks, will approach the priests, deacons or other ministers, who are likewise wearing masks, and bow slightly as the ashes are sprinkled over their head.
Welcome to our Visitors!
Welcome to our church family. We’re glad that you could be with us as we worship God today. We hope that He touches your life and that you leave us today with the peace of God in
your mind and heart. God Bless!
Thank You!
A sincere “Thank You” to all of our loyal sponsors, who year after year, continue to support our parish bulletin by placing ads in the back of our bulletin. Please say “Thanks” to all our sponsors for their generous
support and mention their ad when doing business with them.
Knights of Columbus
Holy Hour
First Fridays from 4:00pm-5:00pm
St. Rose of Lima Church
Next date: March 5th
Holy Hour for Men
Sunday March 21, 2021
2:00 PM – 3:15 PM
St Rose of Lima Parish
The Masculinity of Christ Crucified
— Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Adoration —Three inspiring talks from
members of the Knights of Columbus and The King's Men — Benediction
Sponsored by:
Hoagies in February?
That’s right! The famous Santa Maria Hoagie will be available on Saturday, February 27, starting at 9:00 am. The cost is still $5.00,
BUT THIS IS A RESERVATION ONLY SALE! Please place you
order by calling them at 856-854-9845 or at aekofc1443@comcast.net
Orders must be received by Friday, February 19, 2021.
www.camdendiocese.org/hoc
St. Rose of Lima Youth Ministry
Private Movie
Theater Night!
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle or Spider-Man: Into the Spider Verse
Friday February 26th 6pm-8:45pm
Join us for an awesome night of movie fun at Cinemark 16 in Somerdale! Saint Rose has rented two private theaters for this movie night! The cost for admission is $10. Jumanji: starts at 6:15pm Spider-Man starts at 6:35pm. It is recommended that you come at least twenty minutes before the start of your movie, especially if you plan to purchase concessions. Please note that due to Covid restrictions, each theater is limited to 25 participants, so register ASAP to reserve your spot! To register follow these steps:
1. Email youthministry@strosenj.com—provide your name and which movie you want to see: Spiderman or Jumanji. 2. A permission form will be emailed to you. You can return
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Summer Camps & Programs
CCHS is hosting an array of safe and socially distant summer activities. Visit www.camdencatholic.org/summercamps to find out more. Options include STEM, High School Transition
(for 8th graders), High School Placement Test Prep (for 7th graders), and Theater Camp (Wizard of Oz, Jr.).
Upcoming Admissions Events
8th Graders: CCHS is still accepting applications for the Class of 2025. Apply online www.camdencatholic.org/admissions. Tours are available upon request, contact
admissions@camdencatholic.org.
All St. Rose Masses are live-streamed on
our Parish Website, Facebook & YouTube
Our full schedule of Sunday and Weekday Masses are nowbeing live-streamed on our St. Rose of Lima website in addition to our Facebook page and YouTube channel.
To watch on our website, go to
www. strosenj.com and click on the StreamSpot link. To watch on Facebook go to:
https://www.facebook.com/StRoseLimaHaddonHeightsNJ/ To watch on YouTube go to:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSDztAhpzJ50eEDh4nsCa8Q/
videos
VITALity Catholic Care Services
A Healthcare Ministry of the Camden Diocese.
Services are provided at no cost and are funded through the House of Charity and the Healthcare Foundation of the Camden Diocese. It is the single Gateway to Help at Home for Seniors and Persons with Disabilities seeking to remain healthy, safe and secure in their homes. Contact the Diocese of Camden, Home & Parish Healthcare Services, Resource and Referral Help Line 1-888-26-VITALity (1-888-268-4825) Visit us at: vitality.camdendiocese.org
Ministry of Consolation Training
Are you a good listener? Do you pray and laugh well with oth-ers? Do you have compassion for those who have lost loved ones? Join us for Ministry of Consolation Training! Six online Zoom sessions, held on Monday nights, April 5 through May 10, 2021, 7 - 9 p.m. will lead to certification in the Diocese of Camden Ministry of Consolation and a fulfilling ministry serv-ing others. Space is limited, and the registration deadline is March 26, 2021. For more details or to register call (856) 583-2904 or email joanne.digennaro@camdendiocese.org or con-tact our parish office.
Camden Catholic High School
Gloucester Catholic High School
Private Tours of Gloucester Catholic -for prospective studentsoccur every day”. If you would like to schedule a tour please email Mr. Tom Flynn at tflynn@gchsrams.org in the Admissions.
Worldwide Marriage Encounter
Start the year THRIVING TOGETHER with aWWME Virtual Experience
Spend time with your spouse strengthening your relationship from the comfort of your home with a WWME Virtual
Experi-ence. Upcoming 2021 WWME Virtual Experiences Virtual Restore, Rekindle, Renew Experience (3RE) – March 1, 2021 thru March 25, 2021 – Sessions on Monday and
Thursday Evenings starting at 7:00 PM EST. For additional information or to register, visit wwme.org.
A Retreat for Widows
March 12 – 14
Marianist Family Retreat Center, Cape May Point, NJ 08212 609-884-3829
Join with other widows as we look at our own individual sto-ries for courage and wisdom. We hope to discover how in the sharing of our stories we continue to find strength and hope. There will be time for sharing in small groups, Eucharist and other appropriate liturgies. Beach walks, socials and nice con-versation are included!
Cost: $145pp – all single rooms due to Covid restrictions
Visit: www.capemaymarianists.org – you can sign up
online or call us to register.
Celebrate Black History Month
Join the Black Catholic Apostolate & Racial Justice Commission for a Holy Hour to pray for racial justice & to celebrate Black History Month. February 25th, 2021 at 7:00pm
Sacred Heat Parish, St. Bartholomew Church
View the livestream at facebook.com/CamdenDiocese
Lord God,
I praise you for the gift of my spouse and I thank you for the blessings
I have had through him/her. Forgive me for the times I have failed to
love my spouse the way I should, and help me to do better in bringing
your love and acceptance to him/her.
Amen
Military Service
Please pray for those defending our country
Please keep these parishioners, relatives, and friends that are in need of healing in your prayers….
Pray for the Sick
Ryan Herbst Michelle Iuliucci Stacie Johnson Carol Jones
Robert & Margaret Juliani Stacy Juliani
Carl Kaiser Tom Karpiak
Baby Christian Kendrick Nikki Keaton
Marlene Keen Ann Marie Kelly Dolores Kelly Thomas P. Kelly Joseph R Kiernan Jackie Kini
Julia & Timothy Koverchick Florence LaPlaca Ray Larro Elda Lobascio Erin Elizabeth Lafferty Baby Kalina (Murphy) Ledrich Lucie Lipko Anna Marley Rocco Mattio Maureen Mattson Judy May Anna Mayer Gloria Mazziotti Tom McCauley Joe Anacola Anne Amato Mary Barton Jannet Batta Lauren Bess Catherine Biroc Dorothy Bobiak Jacob Bocchicchio Richard Boegly James Bonomo Frank Boyle Joseph Broderick Cathleen Brown Laurie Brubaker Barbara Burns Diane Burns Maria Campling Andy Carlin Muriel Carolfi Peter Carolfi James Carr Timothy Casey John & Mary Catagnus David Cerond Edward Ciechon Joan Colyar Lou Cram Elizabeth Christy Grace Dahmer Lynne Daly Lauren DeCorte Annette Delozier Joe Deni Andy Dentino Donna Desiderio Tony Desiderio Anita Devivo Marie Dobisch Joanne Doto James Eckert Annie Engel Carmen Fanelli Donna Ferrese John Filipkowski Erin Flemming Pat Fyfe
Luca Paul Giamporcaro Robert Gladden III Josephine Glielmi Elaine & Bill Graham Carol Grear Joseph Guerra Lynne & Chuck Guidotti David Haggerty Nicholas Hasher Eric Haines Baby Silvie Hatch Patricia Haynor Phyllis McConnell Janet Miller Joanne Miller Monahan Family Joe Monteleone Dale Morrison Gail Murtaugh Miriam Orzechowski Judy Oliver Kiera Oliver Betty Paolucci Susan Paul Anna Marie Pelle Dolores Pelle Robert Pelle Joan Picardi John Porvaznik Yvette Theresa Priditkin Shannon Raetsch Jim Rafferty Kevin Regan Morgan Replogle Kathleen Riley Angie Rorh Steve Rossi Kathleen Rowzie Anthony Rulli Carol Samsanavicius Lena Sannutti
PLEASE HELP US KEEP THIS LIST ACCURATE AND UP TO DATE: Family members, please contact the Parish
Office to let us know about the condition of those for whom we pray
A Time to Rest in Peace…
We pray for our friends & parishioners who have died and their families:
Michael McCausland, Joseph Quigley
Patricia Ann Greenan, Clifford Burtoft
The Pope's Monthly Intention for February
Violence Against WomenWe pray for women who are victims of vio-lence, that they may be protected by society
and have their sufferings considered and heeded.
UNITED STATES NAVY
James Hicks, Dillon McLaughlin, Randy Wickersham, Eric Domenico, Raymond Henry Jr, Liam Hulin, Joseph Kogut ’96, Brigid
McPeak ’00 , Brian Murphy, John Raimondi, Brian Randolph, Glenn Stafford, Joseph Velez, Michael & Harry Hartenstine , Matthew Skotnicki
NATIONAL GUARD
Jennifer Winton (NJ), James T Meyer (NJ), Sean Donohue (NJ), Cherokee Hunt (PA), Justin Oliver ’90 (NJ), Joseph Iuliucci,Jr ‘81 (NY), John Drew,
Anna Drew, Mac Kenzie Collins ‘09 (NJ), Charles Reiss ’10 (NJ) U. S. COAST GUARD
Alex Rulon ’03, Jeremy Shuster U.S. MERCHANT MARINE
Michael Rugarber ’00,
The highlighted young people are stationed in Afghanistan. Graduation year from St. Rose School is indicated.
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
James Bearden, Lee-Volker Cox, Christopher MacLuckie, Fr. Lasarian Nwoga, Anthony Ciletti, Joseph Marmon
U.S. MARINE CORPS
Sean Brunett, Emily Ann Krowicki, Timothy Anstotz, Shane Camardo Harris ’04, Louis Camardo, Logan DePue Daniel DiEva, Dominick Dobson, Christopher Maloney, Timothy Blaine
UNITED STATES ARMY
Corey Harter, Stephen Ali '94 Edward Heniss, Steven Bordi, Jr. Scott Fullam ’04 Keith Hudson , Steven Johnson, Paul Steelman, David
Ander-son, John Bitner, Dennis Brown, Alvaro Cabezas, Nicole Candy ’91 Steven DeVeglio, Jennifer Harris, Emmitt Henkel, A J Jacquot, Erik Kober, Michael
MacDonald, Jordan Mosley, Melissa Owens , Matthew Parsons, William Rabena, Kelly Hagan-Wood ’91, Patrick Tassi
Prayer of Spiritual Communion
My Jesus,
I believe that You
are present in the Most Holy Sacrament.
I love You above all things,
and I desire to receive You into my soul.
Since I cannot at this moment
receive You sacramentally,
come at least spiritually into my heart.
I embrace You as if You were already there and
unite myself wholly to You.
Never permit me to be separated from You.
Amen.
St. Alphonsus Liguori William Scherer Larry Schneider George Shuster Sharon Smith Joe Snyder Ryan Snyder Marion Spiegel Jim Staffiera Siobhan Stickney Harry Stone Raymond Straight Linda Szafranski Doris Tanier Violet Torio Pia Troutman Frank Trybulski Michael Villari Karl Walko Moira Ward Bill Ware Fred Watson Mark Wetherspoon Christopher Wenner Dolores Whilldin Holly Williams Don Wilson Joan Windston Anna Marie Wisham All those suffering fromPage 7 - 646
This Week’s Scripture Readings
Weekly Offering
Mass Intentions for the Week
Candle Memorial
The Sanctuary Lamp in the Church is burning this week
In Loving Memory of Stanley & Helen Sluzalis Requested by Florence LaPlaca & Karen
Week of 2/7/21
Offertory $ 6,377.00
Online Giving $ 4,754.00
Total $ 11,131.00
During these difficult times, we are truly grateful for your continued support of St. Rose Parish. Your generosity helps
us to fulfill our mission of proclaiming the good news of Jesus Christ. God bless you.
Saturday, February 13, 2021
8:30am Tom Raftery Jr. r/b Bob & Marie Keefe 5:30pm Kathleen Reilly r/b Barrett Family 5:30pm Edward O’Brien r/b Janis Family
5:30pm Carol Ann Filipek r/b Bob & Barbara Fronckowiak 5:30pm Roseann M. Chambers r/b Janis Family
5:30pm Marilyn D. Kelly r/b Dan & Joan McNamara
Sunday, February 14, 2021 – Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
8:00am Joseph J. & Rose M. Borda r/b Family 9:30am Frances Derengowski r/b Jerry & Elaine Shell 11:00am Leo Polisano r/b Dave & Kathy Miller & Family 6:30pm Tom Peluso r/b Wife & Children
6:30pm Elizabeth Burrell r/b Gina, Gianna & Sophia 6:30pm Joseph Anthony Iacovino r/b Kernan Family 6:30pm Mary Boyd r/b Kernan Family
Monday, February 15, 2021
6:30am For All Parishioners 8:30am Conor O’Kane
Tuesday, February 16, 2021
6:30am Natalie Hammill & Mary Sieck r/b Joe Hammill 8:30am Norman Sluzalis & Dorothy DiMartinis r/b Florence
LaPlaca & Karen
Wednesday, February 17, 2021 – Ash Wednesday
6:30am For All Parishioners
8:30am Joseph Bottino r/b St. Rose of Lima School 4:00pm For All Parishioners
7:00pm For All Parishioners
Thursday, February 18, 2021
6:30am For All Parishioners
8:30am Earl R. Shubert r/b Rugarber Family
Friday, February 19, 2021
6:30am For All Parishioners 8:30am Joseph Corapi r/b Family
Saturday, February 20, 2021
8:30am For all Parishioners
5:30pm Dave Wetherspoon r/b Family
5:30pm Renato Luz r/b Emily & Dodie DeGuzman & Family 5:30pm Edward O. Wilcox r/b Donna Dinardo
5:30pm Roseann Chambers r/b Adam & Betty-Jane Derengowski 5:30pm Francis Foley r/b Bob & Katie Maloney
Sunday, February 21, 2021 – First Sunday of Lent
8:00am Charles, Natalie & Edward Seeberger & Hammill Family r/b Ed Hammill
9:30am Edward Byerley r/b Aime & Chris Callinan 11:00am Sean Frazee r/b Karin Campanell
6:30pm Decd. Members of Harding Family r/b Gismonde Family 6:30pm John J. Falcone r/b Mary M. Falcone
6:30pm James J. McNamara r/b Mary M. Falcone
Monday: Gn 4:1-15, 25; Ps 50:1, 8, 16bc-17, 20-21; Mk 8:11-13 Tuesday: Gn 6:5-8; 7:1-5, 10; Ps 29:1a, 2, 3ac-4, 3b, 9c-10; Mk 8:14-21 Wednesday: Jl 2:12-18; Ps 51:3-4, 5-6ab, 12-13, 14, 17;
2 Cor 5:20 — 6:2; Mt 6:1-6, 16-18
Thursday: Dt 30:15-20; Ps 1:1-2, 3, 4, 6; Lk 9:22-25 Friday: Is 58:1-9a; Ps 51:3-4, 5-6ab, 18-19; Mt 9:14-15 Saturday: Is 58:9b-14; Ps 86:1-2, 3-4, 5-6; Lk 5:27-32 Sunday: Gn 9:8-15; Ps 25:4-4, 6-7, 8-9; 1 Pt 3:18-22; Mk 1:12-15
Parish Offices……...(856) 547-0564
School Office…………..(856) 546-6166
Office Fax……..…….(856) 547-7311
School Fax………...(856) 546-6601
Rosebud Academy Preschool (856) 617-0750
Website………www.strosenj.com
Clergy
Pastor……….Rev. Dave Grover (Ext. 210)
e-mail…….frdavegrover@strosenj.com
Parochial Vicar…………...Rev. Francis Kim (Ext. 209)
e-mail…….fkim@strosenj.com
Parochial Vicar……….Rev. Allen Lovell (Ext. 208)
e-mail…….alovell@strosenj.com
Permanent Deacon……..Deacon Joe Rafferty (Ext. 301)
e-mail……..jrafferty@strosenj.com
Permanent Deacon……..Deacon Bill Slaven (Ext. 212)
e-mail……..bslaven@strosenj.com
School & Parish Offices & Ministries
Parish Secretary……….….…...Kathy Miller (Ext. 201) e-mail……..parishsecretary@strosenj.com School Principal …...……...….…. Deacon Joe Rafferty (Ext. 301) e-mail……..jrafferty@strosenj.com School Advancement Director...Fran Watson (Ext. 309) e-mail……..fwatson@strosenj.com School Secretary……….Sheila Thomas (Ext. 301) e-mail……...sthomas@strosenj.com Rosebud Academy Director………. Fern Love 856-617-0750 e-mail……...flove@strosenj.com
Youth Ministry Director…….….……Jeffrey Shields (Ext 209) e-mail……..youthministry@strosenj.com Director of Religious Education…….Deb Smaldore (Ext. 203) e-mail……..cre@strosenj.com
Religious Ed Secretary……….…...Geri Grzegorski (ext 207) e-mail……..cresecretary@strosenj.com Religious Ed Office………...……….…….…...(856) 546-9326
Technology Co-coordinator……….... Peg Crowell (Ext 311) Finance Council Chairperson…….…..………. George Barrett Business Manager ………..Marla Jeanette Barrett (Ext 205) Pastoral Council President………....…Donna Pollander RCIA.……….….……….………..Deacon Joseph Rafferty Trustees………….Reggie Beckett & Betty Jane Derengowski Spiritual Center Library .…...Arlene Ezekiel Legion of Mary………...Rose Marie Colon
Parish Directory
Parish Sacraments and Policies
Parish MembershipWe are always happy to welcome new parishioners and we invite them to register at the rectory and to make arrangements to have their home blessed. When moving or changing an address, please notify us.
sacrament of baptism
We rejoice with parents over the birth of their child and look forward to their child’s Baptism. Baptisms take place each Sunday at 12:30 pm. A Baptism preparation session is required for parents to prepare for their child’s Baptism. This preparation is held on the 2nd Sunday of the month at 12:30 pm in the Parish Lounge. Please call the rectory office to pre-register for this class.
***If you have been asked to be a Godparent or Confirmation sponsor, please call the rectory to set up a short meeting with one of our priests/deacon to obtain your letter of eligibility/sponsorship letter.
Sacrament of Marriage
For parishioners who have become engaged to be married, please contact one of our priests or deacons to set a date and to obtain a copy of our Wedding Guidelines. Arrangements must be made at least one year in advance of the wedding date.
Anointing of the Sick
Any parishioners who are experiencing serious illness, who have been hospitalized due to an accident, or who are preparing for surgery
please call one of the priests to arrange for Anointing of the Sick. When a loved one’s condition has become terminal, please call for one of the priests anytime to arrange to bring the Holy Eucharist as Viaticum.
Rectory Office Hours (fall/winter/spring)
Mon/Tues/Thurs 9am-8pm
Wed/Fri 9am-4 pm
Sat/Sun 9am-12:30pm
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Readings for February 14
First Reading
A Reading from the Book of Leviticus
The LORD said to Moses and Aaron,
“If someone has on his skin a scab or pustule or blotch
which appears to be the sore of leprosy,
he shall be brought to Aaron, the priest,
or to one of the priests among his descendants.
If the man is leprous and unclean,
the priest shall declare him unclean by reason of the sore on his head.
“The one who bears the sore of leprosy
shall keep his garments rent and his head bare,
and shall muffle his beard;
he shall cry out, ‘Unclean, unclean!’
As long as the sore is on him he shall declare himself unclean,
since he is in fact unclean.
He shall dwell apart, making his abode outside the camp.”
Responsorial Psalm
R. I turn to you, Lord, in time of trouble, and you fill me with the joy of salvation.
Blessed is he whose fault is taken away,
whose sin is covered.
Blessed the man to whom the LORD imputes not guilt,
in whose spirit there is no guile.
R. I turn to you, Lord, in time of trouble, and you fill me with the joy of salvation.
Then I acknowledged my sin to you,
my guilt I covered not.
I said, “I confess my faults to the LORD,”
and you took away the guilt of my sin.
R. I turn to you, Lord, in time of trouble, and you fill me with the joy of salvation.
Be glad in the LORD and rejoice, you just;
exult, all you upright of heart.
Second Reading
A reading from
the first Letter of Saint Paul to the Corinithians
Brothers and sisters,
Whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do,
do everything for the glory of God.
Avoid giving offense, whether to the Jews or Greeks or the church of God,
just as I try to please everyone in every way,
not seeking my own benefit but that of the many,
that they may be saved.
Be imitators of me, as I am of Christ.
Alleluia
R. Alleluia, alleluia.
A great prophet has arisen in our midst,
God has visited his people.
R. Alleluia, alleluia.
Gospel
The Lord be with you. And with your spirit.
A reading from the holy Gospel according to Mark
.
Glory to you, O Lord.
A leper came to Jesus and kneeling down begged him and said,
“If you wish, you can make me clean.”
Moved with pity, he stretched out his hand,
touched him, and said to him,
“I do will it. Be made clean.”
The leprosy left him immediately, and he was made clean.
Then, warning him sternly, he dismissed him at once.
He said to him, “See that you tell no one anything,
but go, show yourself to the priest
and offer for your cleansing what Moses prescribed;
that will be proof for them.”
The man went away and began to publicize the whole matter.
He spread the report abroad
so that it was impossible for Jesus to enter a town openly.
He remained outside in deserted places,
