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READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: 1 Jn 2:12-17; Ps 96:7-10; Lk 2:36-40 Tuesday: 1 Jn 2:18-21; Ps 96:1-2, 11-13; Jn 1:1-18 Wednesday: Nm 6:22-27; Ps 67:2-3, 5, 6, 8; Gal 4:4-7; Lk 2:16-21 Thursday: 1 Jn 2:22-28; Ps 98:1-4; Jn 1:19-28 Friday: 1 Jn 2:29 — 3:6; Ps 98:1, 3cd-6; Jn 1:29-34 Saturday: 1 Jn 3:7-10; Ps 98:1, 7-9; Jn 1:35-42 Sunday: Is 60:1-6; Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 10-13; Eph 3:2-3a, 5-6; Mt 2:1-12

For readings go to: www.usccb.org/bible/readings/

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Holy Trinity Church is a multiethnic community reflective of her Catholic tradition, united in one holy, catholic, and apostolic faith. Together we desire to adore the Triune God with the same reverence and devotion as do our Blessed Mother and all the saints. We invite all Catholics who have moved into the Hackensack~Teaneck area to join us in worship and register as members of our parish. We invite

those interested in becoming Catholic to visit and join us in our faith, good works and devotion.

The Lord’s Day Masses~Misas Saturday Evening (anticipated) 5:00 PM Sunday 7:00 AM; 8:15 AM (español) 10:30 AM; 12:30 PM 4 PM (Tagalog-2nd Sunday) 6:30 PM (español) Holy Days: 7 AM, 8 AM, 12:10 7:30 PM – bilingual Monday-Friday: 7 AM, 8 AM, 12:10 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM, 12:10 PM Penance & Reconciliation Saturdays: 4:00 PM or by appointment Baptism: Please call to arrange for your child’s baptism soon after birth. Por favor llame para registrarse a su niño para el bautismo con anticipación.  Sacraments of Christian Initiation: Adults and youngsters desiring to be baptized, confirmed or be-come a Catholic please speak to any priest or Mr. Julian Garcia. Anointing of the Sick: Please call for a priest to cele-brate this Sacrament of healing and forgiveness for someone who is seriously ill or in danger of death. Do not wait until the sick person is unconscious. Sacrament of Matrimony: All Catholics should seek to have their marriage blessed by the Church so as to live in God’s good grace & receive Eucharist. Con-tact a priest a year prior to the in-tended date of marriage to ensure proper preparation.

PASTORAL STAFF Rev. Paul J. Prevosto, pastor frprevosto@holytrinity1861.org Rev. Octavio Gonzalez, vicar frgonzalez@holytrinity1861.org Rev. Jose Pablo Muralles, vicar frmuralles@holytrinity1861.org Rev. Mr. Darren Santo Tomas, deacon Rev. Armando Crisostomo, Jr. in residence Mr. Julian Garcia, CRE julian@holytrinity1861.org Mrs. Patricia Coyle, Off. Manager patti@holytrinity1861.org Ms Lynn Berhalter, pastoral asst. lynn@holytrinity1861.org

TRUSTEES Mr. Victor Villarraga, Trustee

Cynthia A. Cappell, Trustee

CONTACTS Telephone: 201-343-5170 FAX: 201-343-5067 Parish email: churchholytrinity@yahoo.com Parish Website: www.holytrinity1861.org

OFFICE HOURS Monday & Thursday: 9:00 AM till 8:00 PM

Tuesday & Wednesday: 9:00 AM till 5:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM till 3:00 PM

Saturday: 1:00 PM till 6:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM till 1:00 PM

CEMETERY OFFICE: 201-342-2096 St. Joseph’s Cemetery located on Hackensack Avenue offers graves, cremation niches, and mausoleums. Planning ahead saves the family much worry and anxiety and guarantees your desires.

Jesus, Mary and Joseph Pray for us.

MASS INTENTIONS

SATURDAY A M S 5:00 PM Juanita Walker SUNDAY December 29 T H F JMJ 7:00 AM People of the Parish 8:15 AM Las Almas de los Fieles Difuntos 10:30 AM Laura Dugas 12:30 PM Alfred Malagiere 6:30 PM En acción de gracias a San Miguel Arcángel MONDAY December 30 7:00 AM Joseph Cafasso 8:00 AM Bobby Wright 12:10 PM Marie Smith TUESDAY December 31 Sylvester I, pope 7:00 AM Elaine Parow 8:00 AM Keneth Ballerini 12:10 PM Eugene Westlake WEDNESDAY January 1, 2020 H M , M G 10:30 AM Eugene Westlake 12:30 PM El Pueblo de la Parroquia (Mass in Spanish) THURSDAY January 2 Basil & Gregory, bishops 7:00 AM Paula Santos 8:00 AM Fr. Joseph Fiorino 12:10 PM Allice McGovern FRIDAY January 3 7:00 AM Salvatore & Antoinette Rotunda 8:00 AM Carmen Rosa Velez 12:10 PM Elizabeth DeRosa SATURDAY January 4 Elizabeth Ann Seton, religious 8:00 AM Paul Puccio 12:10 PM Laura Marcelo A M S 5:00 PM Mary, Nicholas & Jena Gentile SUNDAY January 5 T E L 7:00 AM Andrew Joseph Roscoe 8:15 AM Ángela Ávila, María Chuqui y Angelita Sacto 10:30 AM Veronica Garaventa—3rd Anniversary 12:30 PM Francisco A. Castillo 6:30 PM Julia Pérez Hernández y Ricardo Cuamatze

Prayer for Our Troops Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior. Amen.

Our Parish Community prays for the sick: Brenda Dembow, Elaine Greene, Rich Kunzweiler, Graciela

Moreno, Nancy Otchy, Stacy Shultze, Daniel Simpson, Jeffrey Tisserand, Josephine Vitiello, Carol Yaner /Caroline Valdez//

Luis Carlos Bernardo///Diana Patricia Medina//// Victoria Placido, Jesus Diaz, Rosemary Dogherty

Please pray for our Faithful Departed & their loved ones

MEETINGS

Finance Council Jan 08 7:30 Rectory

Knights of Columbus Jan 21 8:00 Council Chambers

Spiritual Renewal Jan 20 7:30 Rectory

Human Concerns Jan 13 7:00 Convent

St. Vincent de Paul TBA 7:00 Convent

Pastoral Council Jan 15 7:30 Parish Hall

Amor de Dios Lunes 7:00 Parish Hall

Rosario Lunes 7:00 Chapel

CCC Domin. 10:00 Convento

HT Prayer Group Thurs 7:30 30 Maple

Fil-Am: Officers TBA 6:00 30 Maple

Fil-Am Ministry TBA 1:30 Parish Hall

Children's Choir Thurs 5:45 Chapel

Adult Choir Tues 7:30 Chapel

STEWARDSHIP

Last Sunday’s Collection/Colecta del Domingo Pasado: TBA Collection for 12/15/19: $9243.00

Collection for Retired Religious; $1652.00

Charitable Gift Annuities Making a significant gift to your parish can increase your bot-tom line! By making a gift for a charitable gift annuity, you receive an income tax deduction and annuity payments for life. Plus, part of each payment is tax-free. Learn more about this wonderful opportunity by contacting Theresa Lynch, Planned Giving Manager, Archdiocese of Newark at (973) 497-4042 or by email at Theresa.lynch@rcan.org.

PRIESTLY VOCATIONS Call 973-313-6190 or see one of the Priests.

Women’s Religious Life Contact Sr. Theresia Maria at

holtsctg@rcan.org

First Friday and First Saturday of Reparation Jan. 3rd and 4th - First Friday and First Saturday of Reparation at The Blue Army Shrine. Begin your New Year with Our Lord and Our Lady. Why? Because Our Lord and Our Lady asked for it (Our Lord to St. Margaret Mary for First Fridays; Our Lady of Fatima and Our Lord to Sr. Lucia). Schedule: First Friday: 10:00 a.m confessions; 11:30 Rosary; 12:00 N.: Holy Mass, followed by Exposition/Benediction. First Saturday: 10:30 a.m. confessions; 11:30 Rosary w/ 15 Minute Meditation; 12:15 Holy Mass, followed by enrollment in the Brown Scapular and Shrine Tour of Holy House. 674 Mt. View E., Asbury, NJ 08802. 908-689-1700x224 http://www.bluearmy.com

January 1, 2020 Holy Day of Obligation—Dia del Precepto

Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God La Solemnidad de Maria, la Madre de Dios

Masses: 10:30 in English 12:30 in Spanish

Sanctity of Life

RACHEL’S VINEYARD For post-abortive healing, confidential help, & info call: Newark Respect Life Office (973) 497-4350 or via e-mail rileyche@rcan.org or www.Rachelsvineyard.org

Living with Cancer Support Group

The next Meeting will be on Monday, December 30 at 7:00

PM in the Convent (20 Pangborn Ave.) Text or call Julian if you plan to attend: 1-973-803-7464

Come and join others in prayer, conversation, support and faith as you make this journey. These meetings are only for those journeying. Perhaps the group will have spouse and family meetings if there is a consensus. You determine the direction of these gatherings.

Be not afraid...I am with you always. -Jesus

Christmas Schedule A.D. 2019

Solemnity of the Mother of God Solemnidad de la Madre de Dios

Holy Day of Obligation Día del Precepto Wednesday, January 1, 2020 at 10:30 AM

& 12:00 PM (español)

Epiphany of the Lord – Epifanía del Señor (Tres Reyes) Saturday, January 4, 2020 at 5:00 PM

Sunday, January 5 7:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM,

8:15 AM (español), 6:30 PM (español)

STRESS in Your Marriage? Do you feel lost, alone or bored in your marriage? Are you frustrated, hurt or angry with your spouse? Are you constantly fighting? Or, do you simply shut down? Have you thought about separation or divorce? Does talking about it only make it worse? …Retrouvaille is a Lifeline to Help Couples Heal and Renew their Marriages. The program consists of a weekend experience for married couples (no group discussions) with six follow-up sessions. UPCOMING WEEKEND: February 21-23, 2020 For more information call the Diocese of Metuchen Family Life Office at 732-562-1990 ext. 1543 TO REGISTER: Call Rich & Annette Colasuonno 732-236-0671 or email 3024@retrouvaille.org

“Gabriel’s Message” based on a Basque carol and paraphrased

by Sabine Baring-Gould:

The angel Gabriel from heaven came His wings as drifted snow his eyes as flame

“All hail” said he, “thou lowly maiden Mary, Most highly favored lady,” Gloria!

“For know a blessed mother thou shalt be,

All generations laud and honor thee, Thy Son shall be Emanuel, by seers foretold

Most highly favored lady,"“Gloria!

Then gentle Mary meekly bowed her head “To me be as it pleaseth God,” she said,

“My soul shall laud and magnify his holy name.” Most highly favored lady. Gloria!

The sanctity of marriage and the family From the pastoral constitution on the Church in the modern world of the Second Vatican Council (Gaudium et Spes, n. 48)

Husband and wife, by the covenant of marriage, are no

longer two, but one flesh. By their intimate union of persons and of actions they give mutual help and service to each other, expe-rience the meaning of their unity, and gain an ever deeper under-standing of it day by day.

This intimate union in the mutual self-giving of two persons, as well as the good of the children, demands full fideli-ty from both, and an indissoluble unity between them. Christ the Lord has abundantly blessed this richly complex love, which springs from the divine source of love and is founded on the model of his union with the Church.

In earlier times God met his people in a covenant of love and fidelity. So now the Savior of mankind, the Bride-groom of the Church, meets Christian husbands and wives in the sacrament of matrimony. Further, he remains with them in order that, as he loved the Church and gave himself up for her, so hus-band and wife may, in mutual self-giving, love each other with perpetual fidelity.

True married love is caught up into God’s love; it is guided and enriched by the redeeming power of Christ and the saving action of the Church, in order that the partners may be effectively led to God, and receive help and strength in the sub-lime responsibility of parenthood.

Christian partners are therefore strengthened, and as it were consecrated, by a special sacrament for the duties and the dignity of their state. By the power of this sacrament they fulfill their obligations to each other and to their family, and are filled with the spirit of Christ. This spirit pervades their whole lives with faith, hope and love. Thus they promote their own perfec-tion and each other’s sanctification, and so contribute together to the greater glory of God.

Hence, with parents leading the way by example and family prayer, their children—indeed, all within the family cir-cle—will find it easier to make progress in natural virtues, in salvation and in holiness. Husband and wife, raised to the digni-ty and the responsibility of parenthood, will be zealous in ful-filling their task as educators, especially in the sphere of reli-gious education, a task that is primarily their own.

Children, as active members of the family, contribute in their own way to the holiness of their parents. With the love of grateful hearts, with loving respect and trust, they will return the generosity of their parents, and will stand by them as true sons and daughters when their parents meet with hardship and the loneliness of old age.

SPIRITUAL LIFE LA VIDA ESPIRITUAL

C , P U Holy Trinity Prayer Group - charismatic prayer every Thurs-day at 7:30 PM at 30 Maple Adoration - every first Friday from 12:30 to 10:00 PM

A Ministry to those Seeking an Annulment

Lynn Berhalter is a Pastoral Advocate for those seeking a marriage annulment. Call Lynn on the 2nd or 4th Thursday of the month from 2:00-4:00 PM at 201-343-5170.

Donald Hill Seton Hall Scholarship

Any parishioner going to Seton Hall is eligible for a grant to attend Seton Hall University. If you are attending or plan to attend SHU please come to the rectory and get an appli-cation. Fr. Paul

 

F P N The food pantry is in need of the following donations: Hot & Cold Cereal, canned vegetables, soup, tuna ish, rice, beans, tomato sauce, coffee, tea, peanut butter, soap, shampoo. Please bring them to the vestibule at the en-trance of the church.

Making Those Funeral Arrangements Planning or even thinking about one’s own funeral is unpleas-ant and therefore something we tend to push far out of our minds. When the time finally comes it leaves the family stressed and overwhelmed by all the decisions they must make. You can relieve some of this stress for your loved ones by planning your Funeral Liturgy (Mass of Christian Burial). Lynn Berhalter would like to assist you in choosing the Scriptures to be read at your funeral Mass according to the archdiocesan guidelines. She can also help you choose the hymns that will add to the solemni-ty of your Mass. This is simple to do and it helps fulfill your wishes and eases your family’s burden. Make an appointment to see Lynn at the rectory to get started. Your plans will be kept on file at Holy Trinity Church and may be amended anytime you wish. Planning ahead ensures your family that the readings and music you desired are carried out and they need not worry. It is a beautiful final gesture, a gift to those who grieve. Call 201-343-5170 now and make your ap-pointment.

W M E Married couples - Worn out from the Holidays? Are you look-ing for a way to avoid the January blahs? How about a special weekend, just for the 2 of you? Register for a Worldwide Mar-riage Encounter Weekend today! For more information go to website www.wwme.org or call Mike and Janet Turco at 973-427-7016 or 609-335-6880 or email mikeandjanetwwme@gmail.com

IN THE COMMUNITY EN LA COMUNIDAD

Want to be a Policeman?

Any young persons under the age of 35 years old interested in being a Police Officer there is an opportunity to attend the Ber-gen County Police Academy without being sponsored by a po-lice department. Applicants must pay to attend the academy themselves and successfully complete the academy. 99% of suc-cessful Alternate Route Program and subsequent police academy graduates have been hired by police departments. Please select the “2020 Alternate Route Announcement” hy-perlink at the following location: www.co.bergen.nj.us/law-and-public-safety/police-acadmey-alternate-route-program SALVATION IN DAILY LIFE This Sunday is the feast of the Holy Family, which comes on the first Sunday after Christmas Day. Today’s feast celebrates how the humanity of Jesus (including his entire family life) has brought saving significance into the daily rhythms of our human family life. The scriptures offer instruction and encouragement on how to share—within our families, parish families, and the wider human family—the love that God shares with us in Jesus. Selec-tions from Sirach, Psalm 128, and Colossians encourage us to reflect divine love and thus find holiness in all our human rela-tionships. The reading from Matthew’s Gospel offers a living example of love in the actions Joseph took to protect his young family from danger and to nurture them within the larger family of faith of their time. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

SAINT THOMAS BECKET (1118-1170) December 29 To anyone who imagines conflict between religion and poli-tics to be a modern phenomenon, history witnesses otherwise. Martyred under Henry VIII in 1535, Thomas More declared, “I die the king’s good servant, but God’s first!” Thomas Becket could have said the same four centuries earlier. As Henry II’s closest friend and trusted chancellor, Becket, the king presumed, could be counted on, if made archbishop, to deliver the church to royal control. But Becket experienced a profound conversion, confirmed by the ordination liturgy’s rich symbolism of the bish-op as Good Shepherd and the church as Bride of Christ. Renounc-ing secular responsibilities, distributing his wealth to the poor, Thomas became the church’s uncompromising champion. Faced with this “new” Becket, the king’s previous friendship turned into a ferocious, almost irrational hatred. As eight centuries later, Archbishop Romero would be martyred at the altar of Christ’s sacrifice, Becket was slain before the altar of Canterbury Cathe-dral by royal agents, neither the first nor last good shepherd to lay down his life as the price of freedom for Christ’s church and jus-tice for Christ’s sheep. —Peter Scagnelli, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

Cardinal Tobin, Archbishop of Newark visited Holy Trinity on December 15 to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Simbang Gabi at our parish. (photos courtesy of Joe Shuler)

Diaconal Ministry Called to be a Deacon?

Any men interested in becoming an ordained deacon of the Church please speak to Fr. Paul. A discernment year will begin on January 30, 2020. There will be an organizational meeting on January 30 at 7:30 PM at the Archdiocesan Center. An overview will be given of the formation program. You will need to register by early January with Fr. Teti at 201-261-6322 x 105 or at jamest@annunciationchurch.org.

REGISTRARSE COMO FELIGRÉS Ventajas del Registro

1. Elegibilidad para ser un padrino o madrina 2. Las tarifas de feligrés para bodas y escuelas 3. Prueba de residencia para la inmigración y una recomenda-ción positiva del párroco que Ud. contribuye a la sociedad y la iglesia. 4. Recibir los sobres para que pueda contribuir al bienestar de su parroquia.

L S F El Sacramento de Reconciliación: El sábado a las 4-4:45 PM o por cita. El Sacramento del Bautismo: Por favor llame para regis-trarse a su niño para el bautismo con anticipación. Los Sacramentos de Iniciación: Adultos (aquellos tienen 12 años o más) que buscan el bautismo o confirmación debe pre-guntar acerca de RCIA o Catequesis de Adultos con el Padre. El Sacramento de la Unción de los Enfermos: Por favor llame a sacerdote a celebrar este sacramento de sanación y per-dón para alguien que está enfermo gravemente. Favor de no esperar hasta que el enfermo este inconsciente. El Sacramento del Matrimonio: Las parejas deben contac-tar a un sacerdote con un año de anterioridad a la fecha deseada del matrimonio. Es un pecado grave no casarse sin el Sacra-mento del Matrimonio; Ud. no puede recibir los otros Sacra-mentos y no puede ser un padrino o una madrina.

Ven y Ora con NosotrosVen y Ora con Nosotros Hora SaHora Santa nta -- Todos los viernes a las 6:30 PM en la iglesia Todos los viernes a las 6:30 PM en la iglesia Adoración Adoración -- El primer viernes de la mes desde las 12:30 hasta El primer viernes de la mes desde las 12:30 hasta las 10:00 PM en la capillalas 10:00 PM en la capilla CCC CCC -- Una hora de reflexión de la Biblia cada viernes a las Una hora de reflexión de la Biblia cada viernes a las 7:30 PM en el Convento.7:30 PM en el Convento. Amor de Dios Amor de Dios -- Grupo de Oración todos los lunes a las 7:00 Grupo de Oración todos los lunes a las 7:00 PM en Salón Parroquial de Sor Emily WalshPM en Salón Parroquial de Sor Emily Walsh El Rosario El Rosario -- Todos los lunes a las 7:00 PM en la capilla. Todos los lunes a las 7:00 PM en la capilla.

Vocaciones Sacerdotales Llame 973-313-6190 o hable con el sacerdote.

La Vida Religiosa para Mujeres Contacta Hermana Theresia María a

holtsctg@rcan.org

1 de enero 2020 Día del Precepto

La Solemnidad de María, la Madre de Dios

Misas: 10:30 en ingles 12:30 en español

Como Reportar Abuso El Arquidiócesis toma seriamente cualquier y todas alegaciones de mala conduc-ta sexual por miembros del clero, Religiosos y personal laico del Arquidiócesis. Animamos a cualquier persona que tiene conocimiento de un acto de mala conduc-ta sexual de informarnos inmediatamente para que podamos tomar la acción apro-piada para proteger a otros y proveer apoyo a las victimas de abuso sexual. Individuos que quieren reportar una alegación de mala conducta sexual pueden llamar la Oficina Arquidiocesana de Protección de Niños y Jóvenes al (201) 407-3256.

SALVACIÓN EN LA VIDA DIARIA Este domingo es la fiesta de la Sagrada Familia que cae en el primer domingo después del Día de Navidad. La fiesta de hoy celebra cómo la humanidad de Jesús (incluso toda su familia) ha dado significado salvífico a los queha-ceres diarios de nuestra propia vida familiar. Las lecturas ofrecen instrucción y aliento sobre cómo compartir –dentro de nuestras familias, en la familia de la parroquia y en la más amplia familia humana– el amor que Dios comparte con nosotros en Jesús. Selecciones de Eclesiástico, del salmo 128 (127), y colosenses nos alien-tan a ser reflejo del amor divino y así encontrar la santidad en todas nuestras relaciones humanas. La lectura del Evangelio según Mateo ofrece un ejemplo vivo de amor en las medidas que José tomó para proteger a su joven familia del peligro y para que creciera dentro de la gran familia de fe de su época.

Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.  

SANTO TOMÁS BECKET (1118-1170) 29 de diciembre Tomás Becket se distinguió por su inteligencia y rápi-do ascenso durante el reinado de Enrique II de Inglaterra. Como canciller, en ausencia del rey, estuvo al mando del reino. No obstante, Enrique II era ambicioso y quería a la Iglesia bajo su dominio, fue por eso que le nombró como Arzobispo de Canterbury en 1162. Sin embargo, Tomás cambió radicalmente: renunció a la cancillería, vendió su mansión, dio el dinero a los pobres y se fue a un monaste-rio viviendo humildemente. Se opuso públicamente al rey y a sus intenciones de sometimiento de la Iglesia hasta que el mismo rey lo amenazó con la muerte, razón por la que se expatrió a Francia. Luego de una reconciliación tempo-ral, el rey expresó su deseo de librarse del arzobispo y en-vió a una guardia real a que lo asesinaran, hecho que ocu-rrió en el altar mayor de la catedral mientras Tomás Be-cket celebraba la Eucaristía. Sus últimas palabras fueron: “Acepto la muerte en el nombre de Jesús y de la Iglesia”.

—Miguel Arias, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

Te llama Dios para ser un diacono?

Los hombres que quieren ser un diacono de la Iglesia, debes hablar con P. Paul. Un año de discernimiento comenzará el 30 de enero 2020. Será un reunión el 30 de enero a las 7:30 PM en el Centro Arquidiocesano en Newark. El plan de formación estará dado. Tu debes matricularte con P. Teti a 201-261-6322 x 105 o por email: ja-mest@annunciationchurch.org.

CHURCH NAME AND ADDRESS Holy Trinity Church #007418 34 Maple Avenue Hackensack, NJ 07601 TELEPHONE 201 343-5170 CONTACT PERSON Fr. Paul Prevosto EMAIL: pjprevosto@hotmail.com SOFTWARE MSPublisher 2013 Adobe Acrobat XI Windows 8 TRANSMISSION TIME Thursday 12:00 SUNDAY DATE OF PUBLICATION December 29, 2019 NUMBER OF PAGES SENT 1 through 8 SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: