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October 5th, 2003

27th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Let Us Pray For Those Seriously Ill
 People will remain on the sick list for 2 weeks unless otherwise notified:

Anthony Tuzzo, Joan Wheeler, John Brawer,  Edward Anderson, Richard Carlson, Mary Grish, Ursala Ferris, Sam Sbaratta, Jose Del Rosa and Angelo Polcari.

Vocation reflections

It is a wonderful thing to watch children at play - their sense of freedom and openness is a sight to behold.  Jesus reminds his disciples that they too must be like children in their acceptance of the kingdom of God and the presence of that kingdom in the very life and ministry of Jesus.  Are you open to that same call of Jesus?  Is the Lord calling you to follow him as a priest or religious?

If so, please contact the Vocations Office at 973-497-4365 or by e-mail at platebri@rcan.org or visit our website at www.rcan.org.

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SCRIPTURE  REFLECTION

“No servant can serve two masters.  Either he will hate the one and love the other or be attentive to the one and despise the other.  (Luke 16:13). 

HOLY HOUR

Every Tuesday, the Blessed Sacrament is exposed in the church from 3 to 4 p.m.  It is an hour of prayer for the priests, DIVINE MERCY and religious men and women of the church.  Prayers are also said for an increase of vocations to the priesthood and religious life.

We invite you to come and spend time with the Lord for these intentions and for your personal requests. 

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When you log on and browse around you’ll see all kinds of information about our parish. Included, of course, will be the current activities for the many different organizations as well as an update as to what is going on with our parish family.
Do not let evil defeat you: Instead, conquer evil with good!!

By your wounded heart: teach us love, teach us love, teach us love..... -Daphne Fraser

Welcome to our Family

We recently received five new members to our St. Anne’s Parish Family through the Sacrament of Baptism.  As they begin their new life of grace, we ask that you remember them in your prayers.  They are:

Helen Garcia

Felician College, Rutherford & Lodi

Would you give up one night a week to get your Bachelor’s degree in 18 months?

Yes!  The Fall semester has started, but it’s not too late for you to start.  Classes beginning in October will be offered on Tuesday evenings or Saturday mornings. Attend class once a week, one five-week course at a time.  Earn credit for professional or life experiences.  Sixty prior college credits or an Associate’s degree required to enroll.  Call immediately for information: 201-559-6051

CCD News

Parent Club Meeting today 10-11:15 a.m. in Parish Center #3.  All CCD Parents are to attend this meeting.

October 19th - Communion/Penance signup meeting 10-11:15 a.m. in school.

Spotlight on the Catechism

A series of courses that will help one find out what the Church really says about our faith, our moral teaching, our worship and prayer.  The Lord’s Prayer, October 8, 22 & 29 at Our Lady of Mercy Church, Jersey City.  The presenter for this course will be Sr. Adrienne Bradley SSJ, Director of Religious Education from the Church of St. Anastasia, Teaneck.  Registration for each course is $25 per person.  Courses are open to the general public.  Catechists and teachers in Parish religious education programs and in Catholic schools can also earn doctrinal certification through these courses.  For more information, to request a brochure, or to register by October 1st, call Dr. Eugene Tozzi at the Catechetical Office of the Archdiocese of Newark, 973-497-4288.

Fool for Christ

You are invited to a performance of Fool for Christ, a one-woman play about the life and spirit of Dorothy Day on Saturday, November 1st at 7 p.m. at the Church of the Presentation, 271 West Saddle River  Road, Upper Saddle River.  Cost is $10; to purchase advance tickets call 201-327-1313.

Sarah Melici, an experienced actress, portrays Dorothy Day exploring her loves, her spirituality and her politics that led to her conversion to Catholicism, and her untiring pursuit of social justice, peace and civil rights, especially for workers and the poor.

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Annual Blue Mass

Archbishop Myers will celebrate the annual Archbishop’s Blue Mass for Law Enforcement Officials on Friday, October 17th at 10 a.m. (All are to be seated by 9:45 a.m. for the procession and Presentation of Colors.)  Both active and retired law enforcement officers and their families are invited to the Mass.

Sesquicentennial Mass

Archbishop John J. Myers invites you to participate in a Mass commemorating the Sesquicentennial of the  Archdiocese of Newark on Sunday, October 19th at noon in the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark.  The Mass will also celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the election of Pope John Paul II and the beatification of Mother Teresa of Calcutta.

Also, the Cathedral Concert Series celebrates the Sesquicentennial of the Archdiocese of Newark with a performance by the Cathedral Brass & Percussion Ensemble with Cathedral organist, John Miller.  The concert features music for organ and brass and takes place on Sunday, October 19th at 4 p.m. in the Cathedral Basilica.  Suggested donation is $10.  For more information, call 973-484-2400 or visit www.cathedralbasilica.org .

Preaching Conference

The College of St. Elizabeth will hold a Preaching Conference on November 15th.  This event is for everyone involved in church ministries and who would like to enhance their skills by coming to some keynote presentations with a number of workshops to choose from.  Call the Center of Theological and Spiritual Development at 973-290-4300/4364 for more information.

Magnificat Women’s Prayer Dinner

Please join the “Magnificat” (a Ministry to Catholic Women) for dinner on October 20th at 7 p.m. at the Chandelier, 340 Franklin Ave., Belleville, as they share in the Spirit of gratitude and praise of God.  After a delicious dinner, there will be a period of prayer and worship and an opportunity to hear Yolanda Cleffi share the story of her journey from Assembly of God minister back to the Roman Catholic Church.  We know Yolanda’s witness will inspire, encourage and lift you up as she shares the great things the Lord has done in her life.  You’re invited to bring a friend.  For tickets, send $40 with a self-addressed, stamped envelope to Mrs. A. Uzzalino, 553 Lynn Street, Ridgewood, NJ  07450, by October 6th.  Directions will be mailed with all ticket confirmations.  For more information, call 201-444-4064.

Annual Saint Florian Firefighters Mass

Archbishop Myers will celebrate the annual Saint Florian Mass, honoring all fire service personnel, at the Sacred Heart Cathedral Basilica on Sunday, October 12th at 3 p.m. (All are to be seated by 2:45 p.m. for the Presentation of Colors and the National Anthem.)  Both active and retired firefighters and their families are invited to the Mass.

Charismatic Renewal

You are invited to attend Fanning the Flame of Faith - Enlivening our lives in the Holy Spirit which will be held Saturday, October 25th at St. Mary’s High School in Rutherford between 8:30 a.m. and 4:15 p.m.  Sponsored by the Pastoral Team for the Charismatic Renewal in the Archdiocese of Newark, Fanning the Flame of Faith will be attended by Catholics who desire to hear more about our call to effectively live and experience the graces of Baptism and Confirmation in our daily lives!

Fanning the Flame of Faith registration materials may be obtained by calling 201-390-0262, email FANNINGTHEFLAME@COMCAST.NET or website http://home.comcast.net/~fanningtheflame/registration_form.html.

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MONDAY   Jon 1:1-2:1,11 Ps Jon 2:2-5,8   Lk 10:25-37

NEXT SUNDAY - 28TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME  Wis 7:7-11 Ps 90:12-17 Heb 4:12-13 Mk 10:17-30

Information Night

St. Anthony High School - located at 175 8th Street (directly across from the Newport Mall), is sponsoring a High School Information Night on Thursday, October 9th for all interested 7th and 8th graders and their parents.  The program will begin at 7 p.m. School policy, tuition fees, curriculum, extra curricular activities, demonstration classes and a school tour are all part of the evening’s program.  Financial Aid and Scholarships are available this year and applications will be distributed!  For more information, please call 201-653-5143.

Atlantic City Trip

Saint Anne Seniors will go to the Sands Casino in Atlantic City on Wednesday, October 22nd.  The bus will leave from in front of  St. Anne’s Church at 9 a.m.  If interested in going, call Peggie Riscoe at 201-659-3930.  Cost is $11.

Environmental Justice Roundtable

The NJ Catholic Coalition for Environmental Justice invites all concerned citizens, municipal and community leaders to participate in this Roundtable being held on Thursday, October 16th from 5:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. at the Archdiocesan Center, 171 Clifton Avenue in Newark.  The Environmental Justice Roundtable provides a forum and learning opportunity for municipal officials, concerned citizens and community leaders interested in developing local strategies to incorporate environmental justice in local planning, while implementing Smart Growth.  Forum topics include: local land and use planning, state regulatory programs, and local Environmental Justice issues and action.  It is sponsored by the Association of New Jersey Environmental Commissions and the NJ Department of Environmental Protection.  Light dinner will be served.  Pre-registration is required.  For more information, call 973-539-7547.

Annulment Information

An Annulment Information Evening is scheduled for Wednesday, October 8th.  A canon lawyer from the Archdiocese of Newark will discuss the most recent theology, guidelines and requirements for obtaining a Church annulment.  The information will be presented in terms that all can understand.  A question and answer period will conclude the session.  Pre-registration is not necessary.  This evening of information will be held at St. John the Baptist RC Church (Parish Center), 69 Valley Street, Hillsdale at 7:30 p.m.  For additional information, please call the Office of Family Life Ministries at 973-497-4327.

Padre Pio

St. Padre Pio Prayer Group will be having their annual Communion Breakfast on Saturday, October 11th .  Cost is $10 per person.  Mass will be at 11 a.m. followed with breakfast being served in the auditorium where a popular speaker will join us.  If interested, please call Frances Spazian at 201-653-1318 or

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