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onday—Friday: 7:15 a.m., 9:00 a.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m., 5:30 p.m. Sunday: 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m.
Reverend Daniel F. Swift, Pastor, [email protected]
Reverend Carlos A. Florez, Parochial Vicar, [email protected]
Deacon Ken Motylinski
Deacon Timothy R. Collins
Deacon Joseph Tedeschi
Susan B. Kraemer, Business Administrator
Christine Brandt, Pastoral Associate
Jean E. Hoover, School Principal
MaryPat Scordato, Director of Religious Education
Sister Regina McCalla, SSJ, Liturgy/Music Coordinator
Linda Xerri, Parish Youth Minister
Georgiana Francisco, Minister of Evangelization and Marketing
Harry Meshirer, Parish Bookkeeper
Nancy Finan, Candace Corrado, Administrative Assistants
William P. Kiernan, Michael Maher, Parish Trustees
Monday - Friday: 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Website Address: http://www.smlparish.org
Email Address: [email protected]
Facebook: www.facebook.com/smlparish
School Website: http://www.smlschool.org
Knights of Columbus: http://www.Medfordknights.org
“God is rich in mercy,
because of His boundless love for us.” Ephesians 2:4 tells us God’s
love knows no boundaries and neither does St. Mary of the Lakes.
New parishioners, regardless of where they live, are welcome and
encouraged to register at our parish. Registration forms are
available at the doors of the church, in the parish office, and on our
website at smlparish.org. Click on contact us/registration.
Confessions are heard on Satur-
days after 9:00 a.m. Mass and at 4:30 p.m. You may also call the parish office to make an appointment for a different time.
Please call the parish office anytime or
speak to one of the priests after Mass.
Baptisms are celebrated on the second
and fourth Sundays of the month. Parents must attend a Baptism Preparation Session prior to their child’s Baptism. Sponsors also are encouraged to attend. Call the parish office (609) 654-8208, Ext. 110 as early as possible to make the necessary arrangements.
Congratulations to our engaged
couples. Call (609) 654-8208, Ext. 117 to make arrangements for your wedding. We suggest you call at least a year in advance.
If you or someone you know is
considering becoming a Catholic Christian or if you were baptized Catholic but never received First Communion and/or Confirmation, call (609) 654-8208, Ext.113. There are no tests to pass or fail. There is only faith to give and share.
Every Thursday after 9:00 a.m. Mass,
concluding with Benediction at 7:00 p.m.
The Sacraments are available to anyone con-
fined to home or institution. Please contact the parish office if you know anyone who is unable to get to church.
Parish Office 40 Jackson Road 654-8208 Ext.110
Parish Health Ministry 654-8208 Ext.610
St. Mary of the Lakes School 196 Route 70 654-2546 Ext.210
Parish Religious Education 196 Route 70 654-2546 Ext.310
Parish Youth Minister 40 Jackson Road 654-2546 Ext.111
St. Vincent de Paul 1 Jones Road 953-0021
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Saturday September 24
5:30 p.m. Joanne MaGrann—Her mother and brother
Sunday September 25
7:30 a.m. Margaret Jefferies—The Clancy Family
9:00 a.m. Al Tumolillo—Society of St. Vincent de Paul
10:30 a.m. Joseph Ambrico—Mr. and Mrs. Louis
DiVentura
12:00 p.m. Tiel Ewing—Society of St. Vincent de Paul
6:00 p.m. For Our Parishioners
Monday September 26
7:15 a.m. Jerry Cloud—The Jobes Family
9:00 a.m. Tiel Ewing—SML Clergy, Staff and Parishioners
Tuesday September 27
7:15 a.m. Deceased Member of the Society of St.
Vincent de Paul
9:00 a.m. Kevin Petrucelli—John and Toni Brescia
Collette Neal—Marilyn Crawford
Wednesday September 28
7:15 a.m. For Our Parishioners
9:00 a.m. Margaret and Martin Burns—The Devlin Family
Jerry Cloud—The Myers Family
Thursday September 29
7:15 a.m. For Our Parishioners
9:00 a.m. John Ganser—SML Clergy, Staff and Parishioners
Michael Vahey—SML Clergy, Staff and Parishioners
Friday September 30
7:15 a.m. Douglas Paul Joyce—Joan McMillin
Louis Pogoda—Ruth Pogoda
9:00 a.m. Jim and Rose O’Brien (living) 55th Wedding
Anniversary)—The Laughlin Family
Saturday October 1
9:00 a.m. Theresa Ann Hess (living)—Her Family
Kenneth Scupp—His Family
5:30 p.m. Elizabeth Gilligan—Ken and Joanne Bodzioch
Sunday October 2
7:30 a.m. For Our Parishioners
9:00 a.m. Deceased Members of Daughters of
St. Therese
10:30 a.m. Al Tumolillo—His Friends
12:00 p.m. Ann Francis Grove—Edward and Ann Callan
6:00 p.m. Richard Crosby—The Curcic Family
Long-term prayer requests (those
over a year old) will not be
published individually, but will be
prayed for at each Mass, as will
the following: Joseph Aromando, Sr., Carmela Bonfrisco,
Elaine Boshko, Jane Branin, Mark Bricker, Bruce Bunning,
Donna Burtis, Sr. Cathryn Byrne, Michael Codianni, Brooke
Conklin, Alice D’Orisio, Bernadette DiAndrea, Gladys Gail
Donnelly, Lisa Dyonda, Baby Dyonda, Harriet Galasso, Cathy
Gargiulo, Thomas Hanley, Jean Harley, Sawyer Michael
Howarth, Nicholas Iannuzzi, Susan Janice, Neil Johnson,
Morgan Kelly, Monica Kinsella, Cheryl Klimaszewski Sorino,
Maureen Layman, Michelle MacDonald Bendell, Terry
McKenna, Daniel Mensel, Joseph Mooney, Jean Newland,
Carollane Piazza, Anita Platania, Joseph Ranoldo, Cathryn
Roberts, Alissa Rose Rorie, Helen Rotyliano, Joseph Rowan,
Jenet Ruland, Susan Sabo Bisio, Carol Santos, Harold G.
Schultz, Bill Skanes, Michael Simpkins, Marilyn Smith,
Colleen Sorbello, Patricia Thomas, Cole Tronzo, and Jamie
Westphal
LTJG Kevin Hickey, Ensign Sean Hickey, Lt. William Hock, USAF; Private John Anderson, C1C Kyle Brandt, USA; Captain Matthew Sturgis, USA, Spc. Nicholas Graham; 1
st Lt. Erin Corcoran,
USA; 1st
LT Katherine Collins, USA; Lt. Matthew Knepper, USN, LTJG Jeremy
Griffin, USN; Pvt. Nicholas Lawrence, USA; GM3 David Lewis, USN; Brigadier General Steve Gilland, US Army, Jonathan Ross, Combat Medic USN
Thank you for your service to our country!
Please pray for the soul of
Edward Callan
and keep his family in your prayers.
The point is this: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. 2 Corinthians 9:6-7
Altar flowers for today’s Masses and throughout the week,
were graciously donated in memory of
Louis Pogoda by His Wife, Ruth
First Announcement
George Piech and Kate Gras
Church Offertory Collection for Sunday, September 18, 2016
Donations In Cash $2,813.42
Donations In Envelopes $25,086.00
Average Envelope Gift $32.45
Total Number of Envelopes 859
St. Vincent de Paul (Poor Boxes) $210.00
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Everything in Jesus speaks of mercy. Nothing
in him is devoid of compassion. Pope Francis
This weekend and the weekend of October 8th—9th, the Women's Auxiliary will be selling blocks for Eagles tickets. Donations for this sale will be added to the 1st Way of Burlington County Charity Golf Tournament held on October 17th. 1st Way of Burlington helps with an unplanned pregnancy, medical, legal, and psychological support, shelter, education and adoption guidance. Tickets are for the Eagles vs Giants game on December 22nd at 8:00 p.m., Section 205, Row 8. Cost is $15.00 for a block or $25.00 for two. For information, contact Anne at (215) 870-7712 or [email protected].
We are offering 8
additional prizes so
we can share the
winnings with more
ticket buyers. First
prize is 25% of all
cash received;
then we have 10
more prizes, each equal to 2 ½ % of all sales.
Tickets are $25 each or a booklet of 5 tickets for
$100. Please try and sell tickets to your family
members, neighbors, co-workers and friends. The
greater number of tickets sold means a greater
return for each winner. Sales to date have
amounted to over $14,000.
Children’s Church begins today, Sunday, September 25th, during the 10:30 a.m. Mass. All 4 and 5 year olds are invited to the Emmaus Center where they will pray, sing, play and learn about God’s love and this week’s Gospel reading. At the conclusion, the children will be brought over to the Church through the doors across from the rectory to join their parents for the rest of Mass. Parents, please sit in that section of Church so it is easy for your children (and us) to find you!
On Sunday, October 9th, after each of the 7:30, 9, and 10:30 a.m. Masses, we will be offering refreshments in the Emmaus Center. Stop in after Mass to visit with fellow parishioners, enjoy a hot or cold beverage with a bagel or donut. We have gluten free snacks, too! For further information, contact Millie Linette at (609) 668-1673.
Last Sunday at all Masses, members of the adult choir spoke on behalf of their ministry, asking new members to join. If you would like to schedule a weekend for your ministry to have a “minute” at the end of announcements, contact Christine Brandt, Pastoral Associate, at (609) 654-8208, Ext. 113 or [email protected].
In Matthew 4:19, Jesus says, “Come after me and I will make you fishers of men.” Jesus speaks, we follow. Y.E.S. invites all 9th through 12th graders to “Come and See…Check Us out!” on Sunday, October 2nd from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. We will hold a bonfire under the backyard tent behind the Emmaus Center for a hot dog roast to officially kick-off our new ministry year. Bring a friend, bring your appetite, and check Y.E.S., Sr. High Out! For more information or to RSVP, contact [email protected] or call the office at Ext. 111.
This coming Thursday, September 29th, Father Dan begins a four-week adult scripture study on the Gospel of John from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Emmaus Center. Father Dan will provide background on the Gospel of John and an in-depth study of the apostle’s Book of Signs (John 1-12). To register, sign up at the Jackson Road entrance. Remaining classes are Thursday, October 6th, 13th, and 27th from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. BYOB (bring your own Bible), a canned good for the food pantry, and a friend or family member. New American Bibles will be sold for $6.00 at class.
As a part of our One Hundred Days of Discipleship, you are all invited to An Afternoon with internationally famous singer Janet Devlin today, Sunday,
September 25th at 3:00 p.m. Concert benefits the Phyliss C. Badame Scholarship Fund for the Arts and Y.E.S. Youth Ministry 2017 Habitat for Humanity trip.
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Registration and enrollment for the upcoming school year continues at St. Mary of the Lakes School. Celebrating 60+ Years of Catholic education, we are proud to offer:
Academically Competitive/Spiritually Enriching Curriculum
State-of-the-Art Computer/Science Labs
Core Values, Championship Sports, Community Service
Full/Half-Day Pre-School, Full-Day K-8, with Financial Aid Available
Bus Service To/From Most Communities
Before/After School Care
Parents considering enrolling their child/children can call (609) 654-2546, Ext. 210 for a registration packet or a school tour.
A Virtus training will be held at the parish meeting room at the back of the School tomorrow evening, September 26th, at 6:00 p.m. Register online at Virtus.org or contact MaryPat Scordato at (609) 654-2546, Ext. 315. Or check the website for additional sessions at SML or neighboring parishes. Virtus is a Diocesan program for adults who work closely with children and teenagers. The Diocese of Trenton requires that anyone who has regular contact with children and young people (employees and volunteers) attend a Virtus session.
Merion Mercy Academy hosts an Open House on Sunday, October 9th, from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Mass will be celebrated in the convent chapel at 11:00 a.m.
The Scholarship and Entrance Exam will be given on Saturday, October 29th from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The make-up date is November 5th. The Application/Test Registration should be completed by October 26th and can be completed online at www.merion-mercy.com.
Thursday, October 27th at 7 p.m. (check-in begins at 6:30). Learn how we empower today’s students to find their purpose through academics, arts and spirituality. Meet our faculty, students, coaches and administration, tour the campus, and “Catch the Spirit” at www.camdencatholic.org/openhouse.
SMLS Families are our greatest asset -- both in your presence at school and in your words and actions. Help us spread the word about our great school! Get your new SMLS sticker and display it so that others can see your school spirit! As an added bonus, if a member of the SML Marketing Committee sees your car with the SML sticker parked around town you will receive a chance to win some great prizes in their October drawing! Extra stickers are in the parish office and at the back of the church.
Saint Mary of the Lakes Alumni (Class of 2003), Dr. Lindsay Gallagher, will be featured on a new show on the Animal Planet TV Network entitled, Life at Vet U. The show airs October 1st at 10:00 p.m. Animal Planet followed several 4th year students during their last year at Penn Vet School and goes behind the scenes to show what vet school really is like, including clips on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram all named Dr. Lindsay Gallagher. You can visit her website at www.drlindsaygallagher.com. We are all so proud of Lindsay’s accomplishments!
Tickets are $10 each—buy two, get one free. Weekly cash prizes. Tickets on sale now until October 11th and can be purchased after Masses this weekend!
Celebrate the fall and new school year on October 28th from 7:00 p.m. to 11:0 p.m. at Octoberfest, a fundraising event for the Class of
2017. Dinner, wine, and beer included in the ticket cost. Tickets are $40 per person. DJ Music, Beer Tasting, Live/Silent Auctions. Location: St. Mary of the Lakes School, Route 70, Medford. For information, contact Christal Pinto at [email protected].
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Check out the new Facebook page created by the Young Adult Ministry! This is a great place to see what we have been up to and to stay updated for future events! Visit http://www.facebook.com/medfordmillennialministry and “Like” us!
Theology on Tap is becoming the place to be with area Millennials!
The Young Adult Ministry did a great job selling “Keep the Faith” T-Shirts at the parish picnic to
help Father Carlos’ next trip to Colombia.
Father Dan will be leading a bus trip to Emmitsburg, MD on Thursday, October 20th to visit the Basilica of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton (Holy Door) at the Motherhouse of the Daughters of Charity, and Mt. St. Mary’s Seminary (Father Dan’s alma mater), where Mass will be offered.
The bus will leave St. Mary of the Lakes at 7:30 a.m. and will arrive around 11:00 a.m. Pilgrims will enjoy a buffet lunch at The Mountain Gate Restaurant and also visiting the Grotto of Lourdes. Autumn is a beautiful time of year to visit the seminary which lays at the foot of St. Mary’s Mountain.
The bus will return by 9:00 p.m. Cost is $50.00, which includes lunch, bus, and driver tip. Contact the parish office at (609) 654-8208, Ext. 117 for reservations.
Passports to Discipleship with a schedule of ministry events for the next 100 days can be found at the entrance of the church. Be sure to take one and have it stamped whenever attending an event and also fill out your name/email at the event
so that you will be eligible to win a special prize on December 18th.
SML’s inquirers learn about God and His plan during RCIA this past Sunday.
Peace begins with a smile. Every time you
smile at someone it is an action of love, a gift
to that person, a beautiful thing.
St. Theresa of Calcutta
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You did it all! You prepared and executed; you contacted vendors; you attended meetings. You built things. You created signs. You moved tables and chairs, and all sorts of equipment from storage to “picnic-ready position.”
You decorated and covered tables. You cleaned fryers and grills and made the place sparkle! You ordered food, picked up food, cooked food, and served food to last them until next year. You painted faces and manicured little girls! You sold T-shirts. You made arts and crafts. You did your thing with sand art. You bounced on the moon! You dunked a priest and retrieved softballs and basketballs. And when it was all over, you assumed the ugly job of restoring the school campus to its former state.
Our "little" parish picnic community of volunteers was over 500 people strong this year, and it felt like family. Like any other family, we were never bored (or boring). You do know this all means that you are cordially invited to participate in our little family reunion again next year.
We are Blessed! St. Mary of the Lakes, Pray for Us!
Father Dan
Editor’s Note: We have so many delightful photos from the picnic to share—stay tuned for a display in next week’s bulletin. In the meantime, you can find photos on our website, www. smlparish.org, on our Facebook page, and on the screen monitor at the Jackson Road entrance of the church. Thanks to all those who contributed such joyous photos, especially Geri Delissio and Bill DiBlasio.
The parish office staff sang Happy Birthday to Father
Dan while sporting blue T-shirts that said, “It’s a Swift
thing...You wouldn’t understand,” before enjoying a
casual lunch topped off with a cake in his honor.
Speaking of cakes! At the Parish Family and Friends Picnic, Father Dan makes the first cut into one of the “biggest cake I’ve ever seen in my whole life ever,” according to one little picnic parishioner. Inside both chocolate and vanilla cake for everyone to share for dessert after feasting on delicious picnic food fare.
Hidden in a sure place known only to God and you. So secret that no power on earth can even find it. But beloved children, you must dwell therein. No fitful visit. A real abiding. Make it your home. Your dwelling place. Over that home shall my shadow rest to make it doubly safe, doubly secret. Like brooding mother-bird wings, that shadow rests. How safe, how sure you must feel there. When fears assail you and cares trouble you, then it is because you have ventured out of the protecting shadow. Then the one, the only thing to do is to creep back into shelter again. So rest.
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Dear Parishioners:
As explained in this weekend’s stewardship report, the Diocese of Trenton has embarked on a historic $75 million endowment campaign entitled Faith to Move Mountains. This campaign provides an opportunity for us to address our extraordinary local needs while helping our Diocese build and prepare for the future. While we have been blessed in many ways, I, along with members of the consultative bodies (Finance Council, Parish Pastoral Council, School Board, Endowment Council and 75th Anniversary Council), have identified areas in critical need of attention, renovation, and upgrading to accommodate our large congregation.
In celebration of our 75th anniversary, we hope to improve the following areas of parish life:
Adoration Chapel
Church Renovations
Life of the Parish Upgrades
Catholic Education
In order to properly plan for this effort, I am seeking advice and input from all parishioners to assess the potential support of these projects through a parish-wide study. The study will ultimately determine the financial feasibility of our parish to raise the necessary funds for these important initiatives while meeting the fundraising goals of the Diocese of Trenton.
As more details are shared in the coming weeks, it is my sincere hope that each of you will take part in this process. Your thoughts and insights will be invaluable in shaping our future plans.
Thank you in advance for your participation. Assuring you of my prayers and asking yours in return, I am
Sincerely yours in Christ,
Rev. Daniel F. Swift
Pastor
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On September 27, the Church celebrates the feast of St. Vincent de Paul, who knew that “God had sent him to bring good news to the poor.” Have you considered joining the Society, whose members are known as
Vincentians, to continue his work and mission in our parish?
One of the largest charitable organizations in the world, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul is a nonprofit, Catholic lay organization of men and women who come together to grow spiritually and offer person-to-person service to those in need and living in poverty in the tradition of its founder, Blessed Frédéric Ozanam, and patron, St. Vincent de Paul.
Vincentians witness God's love by embracing all works of charity and justice, making no distinction in those served because, in them, Vincentians see the face of Christ. For information about volunteering in our Caring Center, Food Pantry, or Thrift Store, call (609) 953-0021.
Fall and winter apparel are now available at our Thrift Store on Jones Road in Medford. Shopping at the Thrift Store offers you the opportunity to purchase quality goods at an affordable price while helping the poor. Every dollar you spend funds programs to help those in need in the surrounding area. Household items, books, and CDs are also available. If you haven’t shopped at the Thrift Store yet, stop in. You’ll be pleasantly surprised at the quality and range of items available at a good price.
Because you will make friends and lasting relationships! And you won’t be able to say, “I don’t know anyone in our parish.”
Because you don’t have to win American Idol or America’s Got Talent to belong. We would, however, prefer that you can sing in tune. Although many claim they “can’t sing,” learning to sing with others is a rewarding experience. There is so much music to discover and enjoy and you don’t have to do it alone.
Because singing in a church choir offers an opportunity to express your love for the Lord. As St. Augustine said, “To sing is to pray twice!”
Because we make sure you are ready to sing each week. The word “rehearsal” might sound deceiving, but you WILL learn your choir part, have fun, and worship Almighty God at the same time.
Because choral singing can become a hobby for life. Health studies show that singing is a way to relax, relieve stress and could be your weekly pick-me-up.
Because there are no age or gender restrictions. It requires only time to join and you don’t have to purchase an instrument!
Because you always have a reserved seat for Christmas and Easter.
Because we love to party—we have an annual Christmas party and also a wonderful picnic in the spring.
And because of these three words: Choir is fun!
New members are always welcome! Rehearsals are each Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. in the choir loft. If you are interested, you can talk to any choir member, come to any rehearsal, or contact Peg Weaver at [email protected] or call (856) 722-8960.
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Area parishes are coming together to celebrate the Feast of the Holy Rosary at Sacred Heart Church in Riverton at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 5th. Father Christopher Picollo, Pastor of St. Katherine Drexel Parish, Burlington will preside.
Personal Retreat Day, Wednesday, October 5th from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.— Take a day away from the busyness of your life to rest a while in the Lord and experience God’s presence. Come to Francis House for silence, personal prayer and optional spiritual direction. The day begins and ends with a brief prayer together. Donation: $10; $40 with spiritual direction. Please bring a bag lunch.
On Care for Our Common Home Laudato Si’—Wednesday, October 12th from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Have you been wanting to read Pope Francis’ latest encyclical, On Care for our Common Home, but you just haven’t time or it’s a bit long to tackle? I have found an abbreviated version designed for groups (only 13 pages). I think we could use it for the morning and really get a good understanding of the Pope’s message and the desire of his all-embracing heart. Could you afford to give the morning to this pursuit? I believe God will bless us in our effort. I’m up for it! Are you? Donation: $20, includes lunch and all materials.
Getting to Know the Heart of Ignatius — Friday, October 14th from 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Who is St. Ignatius? Do you want to get to know him better? I’d love to introduce you to him with the help of Margaret Silf, an Ignatian expert. St. Ignatius wasn’t always heroic and holy; he was flawed and fallible, just like us. As we get to know him, we will realize that our very human faults and imperfect behavior do not prevent us from receiving God’s grace; rather, knowing our weaknesses and giving ourselves over to the Holy Spirit can reveal the God within us and the path before us. Limited to 7 people; please register early. Donation: $35, includes lunch and book
Mornings With Merton: Delight in the Beauty of God’s Creation— Monday, October 17th from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Open your eyes, ears and hearts to God’s glory in nature. Let God catch you by surprise with His creation. No day is ever the same when we are aware of God’s gifts. We will listen to Thomas Merton and let his words inspire us to be more attentive to the love of God vibrating through nature everywhere. Then we will spend some time outdoors at Francis House enjoying what God has created and reflecting on God as a loving Creator. All is a gift of God that helps each one of us to know, love and serve God with joy and gratitude. Donation: Love Offering. To register, call (609) 877-0509. Visit www.FHOP.org for additional information.
The annual Bishop’s Anniversary Blessing Mass to honor all couples married one year, 25 years, and 50+ years for Mercer
and Burlington Counties will be held on Sunday, October 16th, at 3:00 p.m. at St. Mary Cathedral in Trenton. For more information, call Peg Hensler, Marriage Ministries Coordinator, at (609) 403-7156.
Respect Life Sunday will be celebrated in the Diocese of Trenton and in all parishes throughout the country. This is an opportunity for parishes to focus on the great gift on human life. The newly formed Burlington County Diocesan Respect Life Committee will be celebrating a Respect Life Mass at 12 Noon, at Our Lady Queen of Peace, 1603 Marne Hwy in Hainesport. Celebrant will be Father Joe Noche, Burlington County Pro-Life Chaplain. Please consider joining us for Mass.
O Taste in the Lord and see that he is good.
Psalm 34:8
He is good. Trust in him. Know all is well. Say, “God is good. God is good.” Just leave in his hands the present and the future, knowing only that he is good. He can bring order out of chaos, good out of evil, peace out of turmoil. God is good. Anxious to show his goodness and good things with you and He will do this. Trust in him and do not be afraid.
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One way to know your faith better is to find a local Catholic radio station or satellite channel, e.g., Sirius, and listen to it while you’re in the car.
One way to live your faith better is when you share a treat with someone else, make sure the other person gets a larger portion.
One way to share your faith better is to say the Rosary in a public place. Don’t make a show of it, but casually holding a rosary while silently saying prayers can be a powerful witness.
To begin this process, take the following self-assessment survey. On a scale of 1-5, indicate how true each of these statements is for you. 1 equals “not true”; 5 “very true,” (Note: not everything is supposed to be “very true” for you. Answer honestly so you can get a true picture of your spirituality.)
1. The most important thing about my faith is keeping close to God.
2. The most important thing about my faith is being a good person.
3. The most important thing about my faith is that it helps me cope with life’s ups and downs.
4. My faith motivates me to serve others.
5. My faith brings me a lot of inner peace.
6. I pray a lot, and prayer helps me feel closer to God.
7. My faith helps me feel better when I am sad.
8. Because of my faith, I try hard to be straight with people.
9. For me, going to church is an important way to stay close to God.
10. God and I are close.
11. My faith guides my decisions about what’s right and wrong.
12. My faith helps me stay hopeful.
13. Because of my faith, I pay attention to when others need help.
14. My faith helps me heal from emotional hurts.
15. Nothing is more important to me than my friendship with God.
16. My faith brings me a lot of happiness.
17. I have a strong relationship with Jesus as my friend and savior.
18. Living in a loving way is the most important thing about my faith.
19. Because of my faith, I believe it is wrong to tell racist or dirty jokes.
20. My faith helps me deal with my anger.
21. I am always interested in learning more about God.
Score profile (vertical, horizontal, internal):
Vertical—Add up the numbers you gave for statements #1, #6, #9, #10, #15, #17, #21 Your vertical score is ____; Horizontal—Add up the numbers you gave for statements #2, #4, #8, #11, #13, #18, #19 Your horizontal score is____; Internal—Add up the numbers you gave for statements #3, #5, #7, #12, #14, #16, #20 Your internal score is ____.
There are three dimensions to Christian spirituality, and these three dimensions are symbolized in the cross.
The vertical dimension of Christian spirituality, symbolized by the vertical beam of the cross, represents the relationship we have between yourself and God “above.” It’s the above part is why we call it “vertical,” even though God is in others and inside ourselves as well. People with a high vertical spirituality carry a tall cross, and invest most of their spiritual effort on improving or maintaining their relationship with God by praying regularly, going to Mass, learning more about God, and/or participating in religious events, rituals and traditions.
The horizontal dimension of Christian spirituality, symbolized by the horizontal beam of the cross, represents the way your faith motivates you to treat other people. People with a high horizontal spirituality carry a wide cross, and are always recognizing others in need, helping out, treating people with respect and kindness, and stick up for the underdog. They actively form a strong moral conscience about what’s right and what’s wrong, what’s noble and true.
The internal dimension of Christian spirituality represents the ways your faith helps you deal with the stuff inside. People with a high internal spirituality invest most of their spiritual effort in coping with emotional issues, past hurts, and life’s ups and downs. People with a strong internal dimension often have hope even when things don’t go well. They don’t give up easily, and they calm down more quickly when they get frustrated or angry.
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Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. (see above for location), weekdays and Saturday after morning Mass, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 3:30 p.m. in church
Weekly Calendar
Sunday, September 25, 2016 to Sunday, October 2, 2016
Sunday, September 25 Masses
Children’s Church
Interfaith Hospitality Network
Janet Devlin Concert
Concert Hospitality
7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m.—Church
10:15 a.m.—Conference Room
12:00 p.m. Departure—Emmaus Center
3:00 p.m.—Church
4:00 p.m.—Emmaus Center
Monday, September 26 Masses
7:15 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.—Church
Tuesday, September 27 Masses
Glory to God Prayer Group
Rosary Group
7:15 a.m., 9:00 a.m.—Church
7:30 p.m.—Emmaus Center
7:30 p.m.—Parish Conference Room
Wednesday, September 28 Masses
Legion of Mary
Bible Study
Parish Finance Council Meeting
Adult Choir Practice
7:15 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.—Church
9:30 a.m.—Conference Room
10:15 a.m.—Emmaus Center
7:00 p.m.—Rectory Dining Room
7:30 p.m.—Church
Thursday, September 29 Masses
Adoration
Bible Study
Scripture Series with Father Dan
Benediction
7:15 a.m., 9:00 a.m.—Church
9:30 a.m.—Church
10:00 a.m.—Emmaus Center
7:00 p.m.—Emmaus Center
7:00 p.m.—Church
Friday, September 30 Masses
7:15 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.—Church
Saturday, October 1 Masses
Confession
Blessing of the Animals
9:00 a.m., 5:30 p.m.—Church
9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.—Church
11:00 a.m.—Church Parking Lot
Sunday, October 2 Masses
Health Fair/Flu Clinic
RCIA Meeting
Children’s Church
Redemption Rehearsal
YES Senior Meeting
7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m.—Church
8:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.—Emmaus Center
8:30 a.m.—Parish Conference Room
10:15 a.m.—Conference Room
4:30 p.m.—Church
7:30 p.m.—Emmaus Center
