4th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

ST. NICHOLAS RC CHURCH
Served by the Vocationist Fathers
Fr. Stephen Ehiahuruike, S.D.V., Administrator
Fr. Louis Caputo, S.D.V., Parochial Vicar
Church & Rectory
442 E Brinkerhoff Ave
Palisades Park, NJ 07650
Tel. 201-944-1154 Fax. 201-944-9510
Email. [email protected]
Website.
www.stnicholasrcchurch.org
Office Hours
Mon, Wed, Thu & Fri 11:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesdays 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
(Mornings by appointment only)
4th Sunday in Ordinary Time
February 2, 2014
The just and pious Simeon proclaims the infant Jesus
to be a revealing light to the Gentiles,
the glory of the people Israel (Luke 2:22-40 [22-32]).
ADMINISTRATION OF THE SACRAMENTS
Baptisms: On any available Sunday during the 11:00
AM (Italian), 12:30 PM (English) & 7:00 PM
(Portuguese) Masses. Please contact the rectory at
least one month prior to desired date.
Confessions: Saturdays 5:00 to 5:45 PM, or during the
week by appointment.
Marriages: Please contact the rectory at least six
months prior to desired wedding date.
Sacrament of the Sick: If you are hospitalized or unable to come to Church for health reasons and would
like to be visited by a priest for Confession, Communion, or Anointing of the Sick, please call the rectory.
Religious Education Program (CCD): For children 1st
to 8th grades who are not attending Catholic School.
Classes are held on Sundays from September to May at
11:30 AM, with attendance to the 12:30 PM Family
Mass.
Confirmation: Classes are held on Sundays, from January to April at 11:00 AM in the church hall,
with attendance to the 12:30 PM Family Mass.
MASS SCHEDULE
Saturday: 7:00 & 8:00 AM
6:00 PM (Vigil Mass)
Sunday:
7:30 & 9:30 AM English
11:00 AM Italian
12:30 PM English (Family Mass)
7:00 PM Portuguese
Holy Days: 6:30, 8:00, 10:00 AM & 7:30 PM
Weekdays: 7:00 & 8:00 AM
Other Services & Activities:
Monday to Saturday: 7:40 AM Morning Prayer
Tuesdays: 9:00 AM Legion of Mary
7:30 PM Holy Rosary Society (Feb 25)
8:00 PM Holy Rosary in Portuguese
Wednesdays: 7:00 PM Mass & Perpetual Novena
7:30 PM Holy Rosary in Italian
Thursdays: 2:00 PM Bible Study in Italian
6:15 to 7:15 PM Holy Hour for Vocations
(Feb 13, 20 & 27)
7:30 PM V.A.U.S. (Feb 27)
8:30 PM Rosary by Brazilian Men (Feb 13)
Fridays:
7:30 PM Bible Study in English
8:30 PM Brazilian Prayer Group
1st Fridays: 5:30 to 8:30 PM Blessed Sacrament Adoration
(Feb 7)
ST NICHOLAS RC CHURCH
Parish Trustee: Giovanni Simone
Parish Secretary: Débora Moreira
Music Ministry: Addie Luers, Giovanni & Karen Simone,
Kelly Oliveira
Vocationist Sisters Community
Sr. Benedita Carvalho, S.D.V., Superior & Pre-K Director;
Sr. Antonietta Cioce, S.D.V., Sr. Ermelita (Amy) Gella, S.D.V.
and Sr. Meltiana Ding, S.D.V.
223 14th Street - Palisades Park, NJ Tel. 201-947-2413
Parish Pre-K “Fr. Justin Learning Center” Tel. 201-944-1376
Notre Dame Interparochial Academy
Sponsored by St. Nicholas, St. Michael and St. Matthew
Pre-K to Grade 8: 312 First Street, Palisades Park, NJ
Principal: Ms. Rita Miragliotta
MASS INTENTIONS
News of the Parish
BLESSED SACRAMENT ADORATION on this first
Friday, February 7 from 5:30 to 8:30 PM.
ARCHBISHOP’S ANNUAL APPEAL 2014 will be
start this weekend, February 1st and 2nd. Please make
as generous of a pledge as you are able. Thank you in
advance for your support of the Archbishop’s Annual
Appeal. You may use the envelopes already sent by
the Archdiocese of Newark to your homes, making
sure you have St. Nicholas Church of Palisades Park
marked as your parish.
VALENTINE’S DAY DINNER DANCE - The
Italian Community is organizing its annual
Valentine’s Day Dinner on Sunday, February 9 from
2:00 to 6:00 PM at the Church Hall, catered and served
by The Brownstone Restaurant. Tickets are $65.00
per person, on sale at the rectory’s office.
SATURDAY, February 1
7:00AM Maria Bussanich by M/M Benny Mattessich
8:00AM Domenico Bussanich by John Piccinich
FEAST OF ST. BLAISE —The special
6:00PM(Vigil) Theresa Gagliostro by Lina & Paul DeMaio-Pfile
blessing of St. Blaise for the throats will
SUNDAY, February 2
be given after the 7:00 & 8:00 AM
7:30AM Gina & Renee Foca by Michael & Eileen Murphy
masses this Monday, February 3.
9:30AM Deceased members of the Holy Rosary Society
DAY OF THE SICK—On Tuesday,
11:00AM Giovanna Parisi by husband
February 11 at 7:00 PM, we will
12:30PM Joseph V. Iacono by mother
7:00PM People of the Parish
administer the Anointing of the
MONDAY, February 3
Sick to all in need of spiritual and physical healing.
7:00AM John Mattessich by daughter Frances & family
8:00AM Maria Matesich by Mirkovich family
There will be no CCD Classes on Sunday, Feb 9.
TUESDAY, February 4
7:00AM Chris Capezzuto by wife Grayce
Shoprite Cards are available after each Sunday
Mass or during the week at the office. Our
8:00AM John & Elvira Hroncich’s weeding anniversary
church will get 5% of what you spend.
WEDNESDAY, February 5
7:00AM Domenica Scrivanich by John & Maria Mattesich
In Memoriam
8:00AM Natalina Piccinich by M/M Gregory Mattessich
7:00PM In thanksgiving by Rodrigo De Leon
ALTAR CANDLES
THURSDAY, February 6
donated this week in loving memory of
7:00AM Nunzio Quagliana by niece Concetta
Martino R. Mattessich
8:00AM Caterina Mircovich by James & Angela Tarabocchia
by Stephanie & Troy
FRIDAY, February 7
BREAD & WINE
7:00AM Maria Picinich by Maria Piccini
donated this week in loving memory of
8:00AM Dominic & Anita Gherardi by daughter Anita
Martino R. Mattessich
SATURDAY, February 8
by Christian & Carly
7:00AM Deceased members of our parish
SANCTUARY LAMP
8:00AM Bernardo Mirkovic by M/M M. Matesic
donated
this week in loving memory of
6:00PM(Vigil) Vincent Giambona by wife
Martino
R. Mattessich
SUNDAY, February 9
by Kyle & Devin
7:30AM Gina & Renee Foca by Michael & Eileen Murphy
9:30AM Anthony Marino by wife & family
Holy Hour for Vocations
11:00AM Rosaria Caratozzolo by son
Every Thursday from 6:15 to 7:15 PM in church
12:30PM Vito Dell’Aquila by family
~ Except on eve of first Fridays ~
7:00PM People of the Parish
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Events of the Week
Monday, February 3
7:00 & 8:00 AM - Blessing of St. Blaise after masses
Tuesday, February 4
February 2, 2014
4th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
A CHRISTMAS
REPRISE
The
Church's
celebration three
weeks ago of the
Wednesday, February 5
Baptism of the
7:00 PM - Mass & Perpetual Novena
Lord signaled the
7:30 PM - Holy Rosary in Italian in church
"official" end of
Thursday, February 6
the
Christmas
2:00 PM - Bible study in Italian in the Bl. Mother’s room
season.
Today's
Friday, February 7
feast
of
the
5:30 to 8:30 PM - Blessed Sacrament Adoration in church
Presentation
of
7:30 PM - Bible study in English in the church hall
the Lord seems
8:30 PM - Brazilian prayer meeting in the church hall
to extend the
Incarnation
Ministers’ Schedule for February 9
celebration a bit
6:00 PM: Lectors - Frances and Carmela B.
longer. In fact,
E.M. - Claudia
some have called this feast a "second
7:30 AM: Lectors - Michael and Linda
Epiphany."
9:30 AM: Lectors - Carol
The first reading recalls the anticipation of
E.M. - Suzanne, Sr. Meltiana and Gina
Advent, as Malachi writes, "Lo, I am sending
11:00 AM: Lectors - Carmela R. and Italia
my messenger to prepare the way before me."
E.M. - Vincent, Francesca and Antonia
The reading from Hebrews reminds us of the
12:30 PM: Lector - Youth
Incarnation, proclaiming that Jesus had a
E.M. - Rita, Wendy and Roberto
"share" in our own "blood and flesh." The
7:00 PM Lectors - Leny, Marcia and Viviane
Gospel finds the infant Jesus on his first visit
E.M. - Cida, Leo and Ieda
to Jerusalem and his human parents once
again surprised and in awe over the events
surround his birth.
Holy Communion was brought last week to: Valen- In the simplicity of the manger, in the
grandeur of the temple, in the domesticity of
tine Miele, Alexander Mauro, Augustine Morin, Nazareth, Jesus comes. May we come to know
Mary Ostuni, and Sheila Hutchinson.
him and so be filled with "wisdom" and the
"favor of God." Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Co.
Pray for our sick: Mateus Ribeiro, Domenica Dinaro,
Maria Hughes, Pete Giannantonio, Carmen Vernillo,
TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION
and Anne Ring.
By Candlemas, forty days after Christmas, February
2, the season of Christ's coming has depleted our
STEWARDSHIP OF TIME & TALENT
candle supply. Soon, the parish will order a new paschal
candle from a catalogue or candlemaker, or in some
We are grateful to
communities, wax will be collected to be melted and
Sr. Bene Carvalho, S.D.V.
molded. Last year's paschal candle shows the wear and
tear of summer heat, or many funerals or baptisms.
and Sr. Meltiana Ding, S.D.V.
Paschal candles have been around since at least the
who helped clean up our church last
fourth century, when Constantine's biographer
Saturday of the construction dust
Eusebius reported that the night of the sacred vigil was
caused by the Sanctuary’s
"transformed into the brilliancy of day, by lighting
throughout the city pillars of wax, while burning lamps
new flooring installation.
in every place so that the splendor of this night was
brighter than the brightest daylight."
Light was a precious commodity in the ancient
STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE
world, and this lavish use of precious beeswax was a
FOR COLLECTION AMOUNT
sign of the Christian's call to bear Christ's light into the
PLEASE CHECK BULLETIN PAPER EDITION
world's darkness. In a pre-electric age, a whole city
aglow from the paschal flame must have been a
~As good steward we give back to God
glorious sight, and a reminder to every baptized
what He has given us ~
Christian of our vocation to "be the light of the world."
9:00 AM - Legion of Mary in the Blessed Mother’s room
8:00 PM - Holy Rosary in the Brazilian families
Pastoral Care
--Rev. James Field, Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Co.
The ITALIAN COMMUNITY is sponsoring the
VALENTINE’S
DINNER DANCE
in the Church Hall
Catered and served by
The Brownstone Restaurant
in Paterson, NJ
on
Sunday,
February 9
from 2:00 to 6:00PM
Tickets are $65.00
available
at the rectory’s
office
Archbishop’s Annual Appeal
“When I called, you answered”
This year’s theme of the Archbishop’s Annual Appeal is “When I Called, You Answered.” This is a
perfect opportunity for us to reflect on God’s generosity to us. This year, our parish goals are as follows:
Parish Goal 2014: $14,714.00
Parish Stretch Goal 2014: $18,117.00
This year’s AAA will continue to support the many
good works of the ministries throughout the Archdiocese. This appeal is meant to instill in us all a
heart and spirit of gratitude, reminding us that God
will always be there. Through this campaign, we
are called on to answer the cry of the poor; to help
those who are in need; to feed, shelter, clothe,
teach, and bring the Faith to those who are in need
of hearing the good news of the Gospel.
Thousands of people in the four counties served by
the Archdiocese of Newark are assisted each year
through various programs and ministries funded
by the Appeal. Our parish also benefits by receiving
a rebate from the appeal if it exceeds its goal.
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Archdiocese of Newark, please visit
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Please be aware that in case of heavy snow and ice
on the ground, the 7:00 AM weekday Mass will be
canceled. You may attend the 8:00 AM Mass.
PILGRIMAGE RESCHEDULED
Our pilgrimage to Rome and the Holy Land has
been rescheduled. Due to the high cost of the
trip, we were not able to reach the necessary
number of people requested by the travel
agency. We are planning another trip for October
27 and it will cost $600.00 less. If you would like
to go, please let us know by calling the rectory’s
office at 201-944-1154.
NEW STATUE OF PADRE PIO
Our Church will be blessed with the
statue of our beloved St. Padre Pio
de Pietrelcina. The statue was
donated by the friends of our parish
and will be installed on Saturday,
February 22 with a solemn mass
at 6:00 PM, followed by light
reception in the Church Hall.
BIBLE STUDY IN ENGLISH
Those interested in attending this
Bible Study group, please come and
join us. The classes are held in the
church hall every Friday from 7:30 to
8:30 PM.
Due to the large group of parishioners
and friends attending these classes — we have relocated them to the church hall. Bring your Bible! For
more information please contact the rectory’s office at
201-944-1154 or by email: [email protected]
RCIA—CONFIRMATION PREPARATION FOR ADULTS
If you or someone you know have not received the Sacraments of Baptism, Communion and/or Confirmation
please contact Sr. Bene or Carol Oliveri. Classes are on
Mondays @ 7:30 PM in the rectory’s office.
Vocationist Corner
“JUSTINIAN YEAR”
September 20, 2013
to September 20, 2014
Oh my God and my All, Father, Son
and Holy Spirit! You want it, and I want it for You, with
You, in You and from You; may every action of mine be
perfect in Your Presence.
May each and every act of mine be in itself
supernatural, in conformity to the power of Your
Sanctifying Grace and all Your other Graces.
O my God and my All...
Blessed Fr. Justin Russolillo, SDV, Spirit of Prayer, page 196
Learn more about Blessed Fr. Justin visiting the
Vocationist Fathers’ website - vocationistfathers.org
2014 Archbishop’s Annual Appeal
My Dear Friends in Christ,
This year the theme of the Appeal is, When I called, You answered. It comes
from Psalm 138 where the psalmist thanks God for hearing his prayer. God
calls us also and we answer in many ways. The Archbishop’s Annual Appeal
is one way God calls and our participation is our answer to Him.
The Archbishop’s Annual Appeal provides the poor with food, shelter and
clothing; makes religious education, spiritual guidance and CYO athletics
available for the young; insures the future leadership of the Church with
seminarian education and training; and most importantly, brings Christ’s
Good News to the people of the Archdiocese. Supporting the Archbishop’s
Annual Appeal is our thanks to God for hearing our prayers
I respectfully ask for your support by again joining me in making a generous
gift to the 2014 Archbishop’s Annual Appeal. Please keep me in your
prayers and know that you are always remembered in mine.
Sincerely in the Lord,
Most Reverend John J. Myers
Archbishop of Newark
“I will praise you, LORD,
with all my heart;
before the “gods”
I will sing your praise.
2 I will bow down toward
your holy temple
and will praise your name
for your unfailing love
and your faithfulness,
for you have so exalted your
solemn decree
that it surpasses your fame.
3 When I called,
you answered me;
you greatly emboldened me.”
Psalm 138: 1-3