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CELEBRATION OF THE EUCHARISTDaily Mass at 8:15 AM. Adoration held every Wednesday and 1st Friday of the month from 2-4PM. Divine Mercy Chaplet at 3PM.Saturday at 5:00PMSunday at 7:30AM, 9:30AM, 12 Noon.Our live streaming of Mass and Zoom Mass will con-tinue during weekend Masses at 9:30am.Confessions: Every Saturday from 4:00pm. – 4:45pm.Please call the office or email Fr. Vidal for an appoint-ment. Wear facemask and observe social distancing.https://www.facebook.com/groups/saintkaterispartanjWe will continue to keep you updated through our website, E-mails, Flocknotes and Facebook.
Parish StaffFr. Vidal Roberto Gonzales, Jr.
Deacon Drew Calandriello* * *
Deacon Glen Murphy* * *
Jeanne HoskinOffice Manager
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Jennifer DottingerAdministrative [email protected]
* * *Tina JurgaitisBookkeeper
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Cheryl WallaceDRE and Pastoral Associate
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Dawn GreenAdministrative Assistant
Youth Protection / Safe Environment [email protected]
* * *Marc G. DalioMusic Director
Mike Sawey Maintenance
Cathy PivowarRobert Medina
TrusteesOFFICE HOURS - We are all working from home at this time.
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August 16, 2020Then Jesus said to her, “Woman, you have great
faith! Your request is granted.” And her daughter was healed at that moment.
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The Parish Community of
SAINT KATERI TEKAKWITHA 427 Stanhope Road, Sparta New Jersey 07871
www.saintkateri.org; [email protected] Parish Office: 973-729-1682 Fax: 973-729-0702
† MASSES FOR THE WEEK †Monday, August 17: Weekday
8:15 AM Hortencia DimzonTuesday, August 18: Weekday
8:15 AM Alfredo Julao
Wednesday, August 19: Weekday; Saint John Eudes, Priest
8:15 AM Deacon Tony Chiocco
Thursday, August 20: Saint Bernard, Abbot and Doctor of the Church 8:15 AM People of the Parish
Friday, August 21: Saint Pius X, Pope
8:15 AM Jackie Macaluso
Saturday, August 22: Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time
5:00 PM Eileen RegesSunday, August 23: Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:30 AM James Doran, Jr. 9:30 AM Alex Merino12:00 PM Rocco A. Sgarlato, Jr.
Prayers for the Sick: We pray for Graydon McVicker, Edward Wallace, MaryAnn Eifler, Christopher Robak, Margie Frazier, Al Saveriano, Henry Schubert, Liliana DiGangi, Tom Booth, Jason Duncan, Patrick Dillsworth, Brian Smith, Chris
Auger, Margaret Brennan, Brittany Johnson.To be added to the confidential prayer list contact Sue Weaver, Prayer Team: [email protected]
Active Military Prayer ListPlease pray for our Active Military:Daniel Joseph (D.J.) Duguay, US Air Force; James Schoch, Infantry Second Lieutenant; Frank Cutrone, First Lieutenant, US Army; LtCol Dan Murphy, US Marine Corps; LTJG Katherine Garza, US Navy; LTJG David Garza, US Navy; LCpl Josh Jackson US Marine CorpsMay God keep them safe and protect them from all harm. If you would like a love ones name added to the prayer list for the military, please call the parish center. 973-729-1682.
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Monday: Ez 24:15-24; Mt 19:16-22Tuesday: Ez 28:1-10; Mt 19:23-30Wednesday: Ez 34:1-11; Mt 20:1-16Thursday: Ez 36:23-28; Mt 22:1-14Friday: Ez 37:1-14; Mt 22:34-40Saturday: Ez 43:1-7ab; Mt 23:1-12
Sunday: Is 22:19-23; Rom 11:33-36; Mt 16:13-20
The Silence of God
And behold, a Canaanite woman of that district came and called out, “Have pity on me, Lord, Son of David! My daughter is tormented by a demon.” But Jesus did not say a word in answer to her. Jesus’ disciples came and asked him, “Send her away, for she keeps calling out after us.” Matthew 15:22-23
This is one of those fascinating stories in which Jesus’ actions could be easily misunderstood. As the story unfolds, Jesus replies to this woman’s desire for help by stating, “It is not right to take the food of the children and throw it to the dogs.” Ouch! This initially sounds rude. But of course it wasn’t since Jesus was never rude.Jesus’ initial silence toward this woman and His seemingly rude words are actions through which Jesus is able to not only purify this woman’s faith, but also give her the opportunity to manifest her faith for all to see. In the end, Jesus cries out, “O woman, great is your faith!”
If you desire to walk down the road of holiness, this story is for you. It’s a story by which we come to understand that great faith comes as a result of purification and unwavering trust. This woman states to Jesus, “Please, Lord, for even the dogs eat the scraps that fall from the table of their masters.” In other words, she begged for mercy despite her unworthiness.
It’s essential to understand that at times God appears to be silent. This is an act of deep love on His part because it is actually an invitation to turn to Him on a very deep level. God’s silence allows us to move from a faith fed by accolades and emotion to a faith fostered by pure trust in His mercy.
Reflect, today, upon those moments in life when you feel as though God is silent. Know that those moments are actually moments of invitation to trust on a new and deeper level. Make an act of trust and allow your faith to become more fully purified so that God can do great things in you and through you!
Lord, I acknowledge that I am unworthy of Your grace and mercy in my life in every way. But I also acknowledge that You are merci-ful beyond comprehension and that Your mercy is so great that You desire to pour it forth upon me, a poor and unworthy sinner. I beg for that mercy, dear Lord, and I place my complete trust in You. Jesus, I do trust in You.(my catholic life)
We are grateful to all those who have signed up for Electronic Giving and those who continue to mail in or drop off weekly donations. We truly appreciate your ongoing support and want to let you know we’re here for you. You are a valued members of our church family. Thank you for all the notes we receive in with your offerings that carry messages of kindness and hope.
Your Sunday offeringEven though our church is quiet, facility utilities do not go away. Needs of our community, ministry, and families still remain as well. We can not meet such needs without your help. As we are not able to serve in large groups or in person, our gifts of prayer and treasure are ever so important, even crucial to get us through this difficult time. If you haven’t already, please consider setting up a recurring gift online. It takes two simple steps and the rest is seamless, automatic, and very flexible. Please visit our donation page at: www.saintkateri.org/electronic-giving
You can also continue to mail your gifts and envelopes to the parish at: 427 stanhope Rd, Sparta, NJ 07871
May God bless you and your loved ones.
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Weekly Mo. of Aug.Regular Collections $14,222
Week Ending 08/02/2020 Regular Collection 5,066 Maintenance 625 Debt Reduction 25
Week Ending 08/09/2020 Regular Collection 9,156 Maintenance 250 Project Faith 165
Budget Monthly Expenses(including Loan Payments) $62,500
The 6PM Mass will not be held during the summer months. We invite you to attend the 5PM Mass on Saturday, 7:30 AM, 9:30 AM or 12:00 pm Mass on Sunday. Live streaming Mass will be held on Facebook and Zoom at 9:30 AM Sunday. Zoom Meeting ID: 895 3912 3642 Password: 770614. Visit our website www.saintkateri.org
Faith Formation Corner...
Congratulations to all of our SK families celebrat-ing First Holy Communion and Confirmation this summer!!! Please keep all of our families in your prayers!
Thank you to all of our SK Families and Catechists who participated in our helpful Zoom discussions re: Faith Formation in 2020/2021!!! If your family has thoughts or ideas to offer, please contact Cheryl Wallace, DRE, at [email protected]. Stay tuned for upcom-ing emails and website information on SK Faith Formation!!
Of Possible Interest...News from the Diocese...SILVER WEDDING ANNIVERSARY MASSCouples, were you married in 1995? The Diocese of Paterson invites you to celebrate your 25thwedding anniversary during a special Mass to be offered at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptistin Paterson, NJ. Bishop Sweeny will serve as main celebrant on this joyful occasion to be held:
Sunday, November 8th, 2020 at 3:30pm.
Arrangements can be made by contacting the parish office. The deadline to register is Thursday, October 1st, 2020. The Mass will be celebrated at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Paterson. Due to safety concerns and physical distancing require-ments, the Mass will be limited to Silver Anniversary (25 years) Jubilarians only.
You will receive additional information from the Office of Family Life once your registration has been pro-cessed. Congratulations on this joyous occasion!
The Gold Anniversary Mass has been rescheduled for April 25, 2021. Registration will be at a later date.
Part Time Data Entry PositionThe Diocese of Paterson Development Office (Clifton) is seeking a part-time data entry applicant for seasonal employment. Hours are flexible and not to exceed 30 hours per week. Responsibilities include accurate data entry of campaign pledges and payments and other pertinent donor information into donor database. Computer skills and advanced typ-ing skills are a plus. Any interested parties should contact the Development Office at (973) 777-8818, ext. 218 for further details.
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