Our Lady of Fatima Roman Catholic Church

PARISH OFFICE
50 Van Winkle Place
732-968-5555
Fax: 732-968-5959
E-mail - [email protected]
Web: www.olfparish.org
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE
50 Van Winkle Place
732-968-5555
Fax: 732-968-5959
Ms. Jeanette Horai - Director
Mrs. Sue Ellen Bibby - Assistant
DIRECTOR OF SACRED MUSIC
Mrs. Jean Lyons
732-968-5555, ext. 1111
HOLY MASS
Weekend:
Saturday: 5:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00, 8:30, 10:00, 11:30 AM
& 5:00 PM
Our Lady
of Fatima
Fatima
501 NEW MARKET RD., PISCATAWAY, NJ 08854
Rev. Arlindo Paul Da Silva - Pastor
Rev. Herbert J. Stab - Pastor Emeritus
Rev. Virgilio T. Tolentino - Parochial Vicar
Rev. Louis A. Mattina - In Residence
Rev. A. David Chalackal, C.M.I. - In Residence
Deacons: Mr. Stanley Lorenc, Mr. Lawrence Reilly, Mr. William Rider
Filipino Mass - Every 4th Sunday of the
month at 2:00 PM in the church
Weekdays:
Mon., Wed. & Fri: 7:00 & 9:00 AM
Tues. & Thurs:
7:00 AM & 7:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM
Holy Days of Obligation:
7:00 PM (Vigil);
7:00, 9:00 AM; 12:00 & 7:00 PM
PENANCE & RECONCILIATION
Saturday:
4:00-4:45 PM
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 6:00-6:45 PM
BAPTISM
1st & 3rd Sundays of the month at 1:00 PM
MIRACULOUS MEDAL NOVENA
Tuesdays at 6:50 PM
EXPOSITION OF THE HOLY
EUCHARIST
HOLY SAVIOR ACADEMY
a Middlebrook Deanery School 149 South Plainfield Avenue,
South Plainfield -1-908-822-5890, ext.6
© 2012 Bon Venture Services, LLC
Everyday (24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
in the Eucharistic Adoration Chapel
SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION
A. Pre-Baptism program (Infant Baptisms) (SEE FRONT OF BULLETIN)
B. RCIA (Adult Baptism) unbaptized adults wishing to join the Catholic Church are invited to attend inquiry sessions leading up to
acceptance into the Order of the Catechumenate.
Adults who have been validly baptized and wish to complete their Christian initiation within the context of the Catholic faith
community by the reception of the sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation are welcome to experience the catechumenate process
with those adults who are preparing for Baptism.
C. Adults who have already received the sacraments of Baptism and Eucharist within the context of the Catholic faith community,
and who wish to receive the sacrament of Confirmation must be active and participating members of Our Lady of Fatima Parish.
They must also attend the instructional session in preparation for the reception of the sacrament upon the recommendation of the
pastor.
D. For children of grade school age, preparation for the sacraments of Reconciliation, First Eucharist and Confirmation is at least a
two-year process.
E. Persons wishing to sponsor candidates for the sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation, and those wishing to witness the sacrament
of Matrimony, must present a statement of eligibility for sponsorship from their pastor. In order to receive such a statement, one must
be at least 16 years of age, a fully initiated member of the Catholic Church, and an active and participating member of his/her parish
faith community.
MONDAY – FEBRUARY 1, 2016
7:00AM + Joshua Gonder r/o Mom & Dad
9:00AM + For Members Inscribed
on Memorial Plaque
TUESDAY – FEBRUARY 2, 2016
7:00AM + Cesar & Dahlia Gabisan r/o Enad Family
7:00PM For the Intentions of Fr. Louis Mattina
r/o Rosemarie O’Brien
WEDNESDAY – FEBRUARY 3, 2016
FEAST OF ST. BLAISE
7:00AM + Mary Sentiwany r/o Family
9:00AM + George & Catherine Watson
r/o George & Roberta Maurer
THURSDAY – FEBRUARY 4, 2016
7:00AM + Herricks Atkins r/o Niece
7:00PM + Lucy Cook r/o Daughter –
Barbara Tosco & Family
FIRST FRIDAY – FEBRUARY 5, 2016
7:00AM + Herricks Atkins r/o Niece
9:00AM For the Intentions of Art McClelland
(Birthday) r/o Family
FIRST SATURDAY – FEBRUARY 6, 2016
8:00AM + Florence Mavuro r/o Jim Whelan
5:00PM + Danilo Estores (1st Anniversary)
r/o Donna Estores
SUNDAY – FEBRUARY 7, 2016
7:00AM + Lorraine Lipesky r/o Mary Ann
Jakubowski
8:30AM + Sharon Hensel r/o Rosary Altar Society
10:00AM + Jane Lacey
r/o Kevin, Brian, Kristen Killen
11:30AM + Angelina Doria
r/o Daughter-Marie Reilly,
Maynor Pena
r/o Sandra Lanzetti & Family,
Daniel Neri r/o M/M Falco,
Melquiades Castillo r/o Marzo Family
5:00PM + Arsenio Vergara r/o Dimpna Vergara
Sanctuary Lamp In Church
Burning This Week For:
In Thanksgiving
R/O Nadal Family
Sanctuary Lamp In Chapel
Burning This Week For:
Marjorie Ochoa
Votive Candles In Chapel This
Week Burning For:
Marjorie Ochoa
In Thanksgiving
R/O Nadal Family
Blessed Sacrament has been brought over to the
Adoration Chapel in the Parish Center. If you would
like to have the Sanctuary Candle lit in either the
Church or the Chapel in the name of a loved one
please call 732-968-5555 ext. 1104 or just stop into
the office.
Altar Flowers: For our Church are always a welcome
gift, a means of thanksgiving, or a special way to
remember an important event of life or death.
Flowers for the Altar: Can be arranged by calling the
Parish Office at 732-968-5555, ext. 1104. The
donation is $75.00.
Flowers Located On The Altar This
Weekend January 30th & 31st Are
“In Loving Memory Of
Betsy Orofino”
From Dad, Mom & Family.
SICK RELATIVES & FRIENDS
Catherine
Herrle,
Suzanne
Hanselmann, John Rescigno, Elia
Maceren, June Cilento, Mark & Freddy
Monzeglio,
Estrella
Crisostomo,
Theresa Simon, Stephen Giordano,
Vincent Cannata, Patricia Miller, Aloysius Mueller,
Agnes Perry, Judy Di Leo Medardo Casino, Eileen
McClelland, Irene Opitz, Frank White, Sam Clark,
Cheryl Izzo, David Camara, Joseph Kovalchick III,
Camille Aceto, Beverly Copeland, Edward Waga,
MaryLou & Walter Pine, Robert Fallon, Ruth Necco,
Robert Walsh, Diane Diemer, Marie Thebaud,Kelle
Flynn, Gerry Scarloss, Rosalito Lim, Patrick Croat,
Madeline Dippold, Christina Viso, Manuela Cruz,
William Alan Richardson, George Matey, Eileen
Merkovsky, James Lettieri, Patricia Villaneuva,
Frances Reilly, Gloria Peralta, Thomas McCann,
Antonia Sibel, Sharon Charberlain, Joseph Vastano,
Richard Wehner, Lillian Ricard, Kay Solomon
Rosemary Melick, Weichung Shih.
Please Note: Names of the sick recommended to our
prayers will remain in the bulletin for one month. If
you wish their names to remain beyond that time,
please call the Parish Office. A name is only added to
the sick list if called in by a family member.
50/50
Tickets are $5.00 each & are available from Captains
or at the Parish Office. The prize is 50% of the
proceeds.
Winner Of The January 50/50 Was
Eleanor Signorelli Who Was The Lucky Winner Of
$290.00. Congratulations Winning Ticket Was Sold
By Joseph Capasso.
HAVE YOU REGISTERED WITH US YET??
If not, please do so as soon possible! It is
not only quite painless but also very
necessary if we are to know how we can
better serve your needs while you are with
us. It also saves everyone from the embarrassing
moments that will inevitably occur:
Parishes Require Certificates Of Sponsorship For
Godparents & Confirmation Sponsors. These Will Be
Issued Only To Those Who Are Confirmed Catholics;
Registered In Our Parish, Regular Participants At Mass,
Validly Married In The Church (If Applicable). It Is
Difficult To Have To Refuse Anyone But It Has Had To
Be Done At Times (And It Is Never Easy To Do Or To
Accept).
You Should Be Registered With The Parish At
Least Six Months Before We Can Give You A
Certificate To Become A Sponsor.
We Look Forward To Meeting You.
In Prayer
For Those Who Serve
*******************************************************
CPO James Adamiak, Jr.–Naval Station Earle, NJ
LCPL Jhordan Baque – San Diego, CA
LCPL Nathan Boshen – Camp Lejeune, NC
PFC Kyle Bickerton – Camp Geiger, NC
CAPT Chad Fitzgerald – Hawaii
SSGT Jason Hernandez - Maryland
Chaplain MAJ Timothy J. Hirten–McGuire A.F.B., NJ
LDCR Peter Ketterer – Reserves – Virginia Beach, VA
Chaplain LT COLONEL Stuart King – Reserves
Scott A.F.B., Illinois
Chaplain CAPT Louis A. Mattina – Reserves
Joint Base - McGuire – Dix – Lakehurst, NJ
MAJ Antonio Martinez – Ft. Dix, NJ
LCDR Wilfred Sa-Onoy – Coast Guard Reserves
CPL Daniel Solomon - Camp Pendleton, CA
SGT Nicholas Solomon – Okinawa, Japan
SSGT Timothy Spring – Camp Lejeune, NC
Army Ranger Bridger Van Ness – Lithuania
MEETINGS FOR
THE WEEK
SUNDAY
C.C.D. – 10:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. – School
RCIA – Blessed Margaret Castello Room
Adult Choir sings at 11:30 a.m. Mass
Line Dancing – 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. - Gym
CYM Basketball Practice4:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m. - Gym
Kalahi Basketball – 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. – Gym
Bible Study – 7:30 p.m. – Church – Fr. Halbing
Holy Hour for Religious Freedom –
7:00 p.m. – Adoration Chapel
MONDAY
C.C.D.–4:00 p.m.–to 5:15p.m. School 7:00 p.m.-8:15 p.m.
Baptism Parents – 7:30 p.m. – Parish Office
World Apostolate of Fatima –
7:30 p.m. – Fr. McGivney Room
RCIA–7:30 p.m.–Blessed Margaret Castillo Room
Badminton Club–8:30 p.m.-11:00 p.m.
TUESDAY
Sr. Citizens – 1:30 p.m. - Cafeteria
Children’s Choir Practice – 4:30 p.m. to
5:30 p.m. - Church
Boy Scouts - 6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. – Cafeteria
2nd Grade Parents Meeting –
7:00 p.m. - Auditorium
Cancelled - CYM Basketball 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Legion of Mary – 7:30 p.m. – Fr. McGivney Room
Cancelled - Men’s Basketball – 8:30p.m.-10:30 p.m.
WEDNESDAY
Basketball-5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. - Gym
HIS – 7:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. – School
“VIRGIN MARY” 7:00 p.m. – St. Lorenzo Ruiz Room
Charismatic Prayer Meeting – 7:45 p.m. – Blessed
Margaret Castello Room
Men’s Basketball – 8:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m. – Gym
SATURDAY
CYM Basketball Games –
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.- Gym
Kalahi Basketball – 5:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. - Gym
SUNDAY
Rosary Altar Society Communion Sunday
– 8:30 a.m. - Church
C.C.D. – 10:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. – School
(Education Center)
RCIA – Blessed Margaret Castello Room
Adult Choir sings at 11:30 a.m. Mass
Baptisms – 1:00 p.m. - Church
CYM Basketball - 4:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. – Gym
Kalahi Basketball–7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Bible Study–7:30 pm–Church–Fr. Halbing
Holy Hour for Religious Freedom – 7:00 p.m.
Adoration Chapel
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
The following items are available for sponsorship on a
weekly basis. They may be sponsored in honor of a loved
one, living or deceased, or to commemorate an anniversary
or special event.
CHURCH
Sanctuary Lamp (next to Tabernacle)
Flower Arrangement
(By the Tabernacle or in front of the Altar)
2 Flower Arrangements (by the Crucifix)
2 Flower Arrangements
(By the Blessed Mother statue)
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION CHAPEL
Sanctuary Lamp
4 Votive Candles
THURSDAY
CYM Basketball–5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. - Gym
Cub Scouts – 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. - Cafeteria
Choir Practice– 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. - Church
Badminton Club –8:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. – Gym
FRIDAY
Jr. Legion of Mary–5:30 p.m. –
Fr. McGivney Room
CYM Basketball Practice-5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.-Gym
Holy Hour for Vocations –
7:00 p.m. – Adoration Chapel
Spanish Prayer Group7:00 p.m. – St. Joseph Cottolengo Room
Charismatic Prayer Meeting – 8:00 p.m. –
Fr. McGivney Room
Basketball–8:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m.–Gym
Valentine’s Day
Dinner & Dance Party
Saturday – February 13th from 7:00 P.M. To 12:01 A.M.
Prepaid Tickets by 1/24/16 (No walk ins)
Tickets Can Be Purchased At Parish Center.
$35 Adults & $20 Child (12 Years & Under).
Attention Parishioners
INCOME & EXPENSES
FOR THE WEEK OF
January 19, 2015 – January 25, 2016
The 2017 Mass Book Was Opened On
Thursday – January 21st at 9:30 A.M.
RESPECT LIFE: Our parish will be
sponsoring a BABY SHOWER to
benefit Life Choices on the weekends of
JANUARY
30TH
&
31ST &
th
th
FEBRUARY 6 & 7 . Please purchase new baby
clothes, items or supplies and place them in the blue
container in the entrance of Church. Thank you in
advance for your continued generosity in helping
young mothers “Choose Life”.
We Are A Tithing Parish Following
God’s Plan for Giving
January 24, 2016
January 25, 2015
Average Weekly Envelope
$ 4,195.00
$14,090.00
$
26.77
Comment: “How can anyone put into words what
God has done for one? The peace in times of stress is
an example. The month’s money of one who has a
fixed income and yet it seems to go further. God is so
subtle. I don’t hear bells, fireworks or drums; still my
prayers are answered. Don’t try to outdo God! He
will not allow it. He comes back with more help than
before.”
Pastors Comment: “Last week’s passage from St.
Paul’s Letter to the Corinthians is a reminder of who
we are as Church and as members of the living Body
of Christ. Paul challenges us to recognize our
individual identity and how important we are to each
other. Our life in Christ moves and has being when we
make this connection. Our purpose is fulfilled when we
make this connection. Thank you to those who have
seized this opportunity. You who have given and
received.”
Scripture: “For where your treasure is, there also
your heart will be.”
Matthew 6:21
INCOME AND EXPENSES
Church, Parish Center, Rectory
And Education-Recreation Center
INCOME:
Mass Collections
On-line giving
OLF Athletic Program
Donation
All other income
EXPENSES:
Medical
Diocesan School Assessment
Priest Pension
All other Expenses
Total Expenses
Expenses over Income
$ 3,823
372
2,032
1,355
2,052
$ 9,634
$ 5191
5,800
1,442
755
$13,188
($ 3,554)
INCOME AND EXPENSES
Church Renovation
INCOME:
Church & Chapel Donations
Capital Campaign Money Received
Total Income
$
$
$
TBD
TBD
TBD
EXPENSES:
Church & Chapel Expense Renovation $
Total Expenses
$
0.00
0.00
CAPITAL CAMPAIGN PAYMENTS
AND DONATIONS: Please us the blue
envelope marked “Capital Campaign” to
make payments on pledges and to make new or
additional donations toward the renovation of the
Church. These envelopes are available at the entrances
of the church and chapel. They have also been
included in the mailing sent to our parishioners who
use our regular offertory envelopes. There are no
second or special collections for the blue envelopes.
They may be placed in the collection basket, mailed or
dropped off at the Parish Center at any time. Also, for
those who prefer, On-Line Giving is available for
electronic transfer payments and donations. Please see
our Parish website at www.olfparish.org for more
information.
ARE YOU SOMEONE OR DO YOU
KNOW SOMEONE WHO… Has expressed an
“For The Honor of Our Lady
And the Glory of God”
Pray for God’s Blessing
Through the Intercession of Saint Ann
We’ve installed the statue of Saint Ann,
emother of Mary and grandmother of
Jesus.
Through the intercession of Saint Ann to whom this
campaign is dedicated, may we face the challenges of
our undertaking with courage, cooperation and
generosity.
Due to the severity of last weekend’s Blizzard, the
weekly report will not appear this week. The report will
return next week.
BILL PAY: Did you know that individuals can
arrange with their bank to make automatic check
payments to our church and other charitable
institutions? Many of our parishioners use Bill-Pay, a
free convenient and hassle free way to make
contributions toward the weekly offertory and/or the
Parish Capital Campaign. To learn more, contact your
bank and ask them about Bill-Pay.
OUR
LADY
OF
FATIMA
CHURCH SENIOR CITIZENS
CLUB INVITES Anyone, age 55 or
older to join the OLFC Senior Citizens
Club which meets on the 1st Tuesday of the month at
1:30 p.m. in the Cafeteria - Parish Recreation Center.
NEXT MEETING – FEBRUARY 2ND, 2016. When
attending the meeting please bring FOOD FOR FISH.
Call Betty Schick – President at 908-625-5227 for
information or questions.
LINE DANCING: Every 1st, 2nd & 5th
Sundays of the month. 2:00 p.m. to 4:00
p.m. in the Gym (Recreation Center)
with Fr. Virgil Tolentino. Open to all
ages. Donation of $5.00 or more per person.
Refreshments available for purchase. For information
contact Cora at 732-968-5555 ext. 1109.
interest in becoming Catholic? Was baptized catholic as a
child but has not celebrated the Sacraments of Eucharist and
Confirmation? We offer an opportunity to come together in
a small group to learn more about our faith. Sessions focus
on the teachings, the experience of Church. And on building
a close personal relationship with Christ as we prepare
individuals to celebrate the Sacraments of Baptism,
Eucharist and Confirmation during the Easter season. There
are separate sessions for children or youth. You are
welcome to participate in the process with your questions,
insights and your faith story in a warm accepting setting.
For more information contact Bill Fennelly at 732-7544214 or e-mail:[email protected]
LIFE-LINE SCREENING
Saturday – February 27th Offering Safe,
Painless, Non-Invasibe Preventive
Health Screening That Are Typically
Not A Part Of A Routine Physical.
Please Call 1-800-324-1851 To Sign Up & Receive
$10.00 Off Any Package Priced Above $139.00. There
Is No Time Like The Present To Take Action.
FREEDOM & PERSECUTED CHRISTIANS:
A Holy Hour for Religious Freedom will be
held every Sunday at 7:00 p.m. in the
Eucharistic Adoration Chapel. Participants
will be invited to silently pray the rosary and other
special prayers for the intentions of Christians worldwide who are being persecuted for their faith.
Fr. Paul has been able to
purchase the hard to get books on
“THE LIFE AND DEVOTION
TO SAINT ANN” –
Mother of Mary and Grandmother of Jesus.
These books can be bought in the Parish Center for $8.00.
FISH: URGENT NEED
VAN DRIVERS & RIDE-ALONG
HELPERS should be at least 18 years of
age, and able to lift 50 pounds. People who
can commit to a regular schedule and those
who can be called to fill in as required are both needed.
To learn more, please call the Fish Hotline, 732-3560081, and leave a message for Lisa.
NEEDED
FOOD
ITEMS:
Powdered milk, coffee, tea, Cocoa, Dried
beans, Barley, hot cereals without sugar,
high protein cereals, canned fruit and juices.
Anyone who needs help with food or clothing: or would
like to volunteer to help others, may call 732-356-0081 a
FISH volunteer will return your call. Monetary Donations
may be sent to FISH, INC at P.O. Box 8565, Piscataway,
N.J. 08854.
& Garage Sale
Will Be Held On February 13th
The flea market has moved to the SECOND
SATURDAY of the month from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
rain or shine, at the Parish Recreation Center parking
lot or in the Cafeteria (during inclement weather). If
you’re looking to get rid of things and/or make some
extra money, this is the perfect vending event for you.
If you’re looking for great bargains and/or unique
items, this is the perfect shopping event for you. We
have also recently acquired beautiful images of the
Blessed Mother which are for sale. Join us as a Vendor
and/or Shopper!! To reserve your space call: 732-7355472. The cost per (10’ by 10’ space) is only $25.00.
YOUTH GROUP CORNER
The Youth Group/Ministry is open to
youths (8th-12th Grade, 13 to 18 year olds.)
We meet the 1st & 3rd Sundays of each
month from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the
cafeteria following the 5:00 p.m. Mass. If you have any
questions, ideas or if you just want to get involved,
please contact Jackie Hodulik at 848-391-4446. We
can
also
be
reached
via
email;
[email protected] Face book –
Our Lady of Fatima Youth Group – Piscataway.
FISHES AND LOAVES CAFÉ
Every 3rd Friday of the month Our Lady of
Fatima Church and Fish, Inc. serve
individuals and families a hot meal while
providing hospitality and fellowship. This
monthly supper is a ministry to serve our
sisters and brothers in need who reside in the
surrounding communities and those who are homeless.
Fishes and Loaves Café is a ministry in which we
exercise in charity the corporal works of mercy to feed
the hungry, give drink to the thirsty and welcome
strangers. In addition to volunteers who set up, cook
and serve, we ask parishioners to manifest the presence
of our Lord by taking time to sit and talk with guests
attending the supper.
The next Fishes and Loaves Café will be
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 19TH from
5:00PM – 7:00PM in the cafeteria.
If you would like to participate in this ongoing
ministry, please contact Arlene Sroczynski at 732-5630449 or email [email protected]. Thank you in
advance for your prayerful support and participation in
living the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ.
“For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was
thirsty and you gave me drink, a stranger and you
welcomed me.” Matthew 25:35
Fishes and Loaves Café would like to thank the
Knights of Columbus of Dunellen for their continued
support of the Café. Once again they have given us a
generous check of $1,000.00 so we may continue the
work of this important ministry. To date the café has
served over 1000 people in just over one year.
OPPORTUNITY
FAMILIES OR
FOR
GROUPS:
Fishes and Loaves Café need you.
Any families or anyone who works
with any groups, the Fishes and Loaves Café, which serves
the needy in our area a restaurant quality and style sit down
dinner once a month, is looking for people willing to
commit to signing up to make the centerpieces for one of
the months. We need 20 each month. In March we had
shamrocks made from pipe cleaners and in April we had
flowers made from, old magazines, So we are not looking
for anything elaborate. Please call Barbara Duggan at 908561-0555 or e-mail [email protected] if you can help
us.
WANTED: families that would like to have the
Blessed Mother’s statue visit their home for a week.
WHY: The Legion of Mary would like to pray the
Rosary with them on Monday evenings. WHO:
Contact Cora Verdadero at 732-752-3889.
We Have Temporary Envelopes In The Church
For Any Parishioner Who May Have Forgotten
Their Envelopes. Fill Out Your Name And Address And
Your Number If You Know It (If Not We Will Look It Up).
PARISH MEMORIAL
GIFT PROGRAM
On November 29, 2015 the First Sunday of Advent, our
parish community will initiate the use of the 2016 edition of
our current worship program. These books will be financed
through gifts and memorials on an annual basis. We ask
that you consider gifting the booklets in your name, or
memorializing them in the name of a loved one. A gift of
$10.00 will memorialize one book. A bookplate will be
placed in each book. It will read:
GIVEN AS A GIFT BY (please print)
________________________________
IN THE NAME OF (please print)
_________________________________
If every parishioner donated one booklet, the entire
cost of our worship program would be covered.
Envelopes entitled “Parish Memorial Gift Program:
will be available in the pews for this purpose.
Please fill in the appropriate information and place
the envelope in the collection basket or bring it to the
parish office.
Italian Classes will resume in the Spring.
Watch bulletin for further information.
The Blue Army World Apostolate of Fatima
invites all to come and pray the rosary & hear a
reflection the 3rd Monday of the Month at 7:30 p.m. in
the Parish Center.
FILIPINO MASS
The Filipino Mass is held on the 4th Sunday of the
month at 2:00 p.m. Fellowship follows the Mass in the
cafeteria.
PARISH WEBSITE: Checkout our
parish website at www.olfparish.org. It
contains the weekly parish bulletin,
monthly
newsletter,
special
announcements, information on parish
events, inspirational videos and much more. It’s one
of the best ways to continually keep up with the latest
news from the parish.
BADMINTON
If you want to have fun, meet new friends and
practice/improve your badminton skills, join us at Our
Lady of Fatima Church Badminton Club every
Monday 8:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. & Thursday 8:30 p.m.
- 11:00 p.m. Bring your own rackets. Be a member,
pay vouchers or pay as you play. One day free trial
game upon registration. All proceeds donated to Our
Lady of Fatima.
CONTRIBUTION STATEMENTS:
Sponsor of the Week
Without advertisements in our bulletin from,
BORO HALL PHARMACY
565 Bound Brook Road, Middlesex
732-968-0414
this bulletin would not be possible.
We thank our bulletin advertisers who make this
weekly publication possible.
Let them know that you see their ad here and thank
them as well.
If you would like to receive a statement of your Church
Contributions for the year 2015 for tax purposes,
please fill out the information listed below and return
by way of the collection basket or drop off at the Parish
Office.
CONTRIBUTION STATEMENT
Please Print All Information
Name______________________________________
Address____________________________________
Envelope Number (must have) __________________
Concords (Separated & Divorced Group)
Meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the month.
Contact: Lucy at 732-968-4093. Clearly
leave your name & number.
You must fill out this form in order to receive a
statement. Please do not call the parish office with
requests. Thank You. Contribution statements will not
be automatically sent out.
CATHOLIC SCHOOL 2016-2017
TUITION ASSISTANCE ONLINE
APPLICATION PROCESS
Families interested in applying for tuition assistance to
attend an eligible Diocese of Metuchen Catholic
elementary or high school may apply to do so
beginning January 31st, 2016. The application process
is now on-line through FACTS Grant and Aid
Assessment. Online applications must be completed
(including supporting documentation) by no later than
April 15, 2016. Families that need assistance
completing the online application or need access to the
technology to apply, may register for one of the 14
Application Workshops that will be held throughout
the Diocese in February, March & April by going to
www.diometuchen.org/schools/tuition-assistance and
following the workshop link. Applications are
available in English & Spanish.
2015 Bishop’s Annual Appeal –
Grace, Mercy & Peace
To date the Development Department has received
pledges totaling $53,985.73 & payments totaling
$49,973.73 from 262 parishioners. This represents
57.3 % of our $94,200.00 goal. The role of the Office
of Evangelization is to continue the work Jesus
entrusted to the Church 2,000 years ago but with
newness in terms of method, ardor and expressions
used. Thanks to your gift to the Bishop’s Annual
Appeal, the diocesan Evangelization Team is able to
serve Both individuals and parishes, the Clergy and
laity alike, and invite all to a renewed encounter with
Jesus Christ.
White Mass
Honoring Health Care
Professionals – Saturday –
February 6th
At St. Francis Cathedral
At 7:00 P.M.
It is an Opportunity to give thanks for their dedicated
service to life in the ministry of healing and
compassion. Please call 732-562-1990 ext. 1629 if you
should have any questions.
CATHOLIC SPIRIT
The annual drive to support our diocesan
newspaper, the Catholic Spirit, is taking
place during the month of February.
Please support their good work by using
the envelope in your packet. Take home a
copy of the paper – it has a special role to play in your
life as a practicing Catholic.
Jesus asks us to demonstrate our love for Him through
our generosity to others, in our everyday lives, He calls
us to share our gifts of them, talent and financial
resources with others.
“While we have the
opportunity, let us do good to all people – but
especially to those of the household of the faith.”
(Galatians 6:10) A bequest in any amount given
through your estate will strengthen our household of
faith. For more information call the Diocesan
Stewardship & Development office at 732-562-2433,
www.diometuchen.plannedgiving,org
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Council
2544 serves Our Lady of Fatima Church
and St. John’s in Dunellen. We are always
looking for Catholic men in good standing
to join us. If you are interested in learning more about
the Knights, our mission and what we are about, please
e-mail us at [email protected]. Also visit
us on Facebook at www.facebook.com.Knights of
Columbus-2544-Dunellen-Nj
Knights
of
Columbus
Sunday Breakfast – 3rd Sunday Of
The Month (February 21st) St. John’s Hall
– 8:00 A.M. To 12:00 Noon – All You Can
Eat For $10.00 – Children Under 5 Free - Omelet
Center, Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, 3 Different
Kinds Of Pancakes, Potatoes, Rolls, Desserts, Coffee,
Tea, Juice.
High Rollers &
Honeymooners get ready!
St. John the Evangelist Church,
Dunellen is hosting its 4th Annual
Casino night on Saturday –
February 6th. Various table games
will be available including Black
Jack, Roulette, Craps and Poker,
among others. Tickets are $35.00
for a $70.00 chip voucher and includes soft drinks and
light refreshments, BYOB. Doors open at 6:00 p.m.
with tables being open from 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
The evening concludes with a 50/50 drawing and
basket raffle. Must be 21 to play. For advanced tickets
please contact 732-968-2621.
DEANERY SCHOOL HOLY
SAVIOR ACADEMY Holy Savior
Academy, a pre-kindergarten through 8th
grade Catholic School located at 149 South Plainfield
Avenue, South Plainfield. The school uses technology
as an integral part of learning with an emphasis on
science, math and religion. We also offer an active
athletic program. Including cheerleading and financial
aid for qualifying families. For more information call
968-822-5890 or visit www.holysavioracademy.com
HOLY SAVIOR ACADEMY, A Pre-Kindergarten
Through 8th Grade Catholic
School Will Open Its Doors
To Prospective New Families
To Tour The Facility And Learn About Programs. The
OPEN HOUSE Is Scheduled From 6:00 P.M. To 8:00
P.M. On Thursday – February 4th During Catholic
Schools Week. The School Is Also Planning OPEN
HOUSES On Tuesday – March 15th; Monday - April
18th, Wednesday – May 18th & Thursday – June 2nd
From 6:00 P.M. To 8:00 P.M. Families Can Also
Walk In On Any Wednesday Between 9:00 A.M. &
1:00 P.M. For A Guaranteed Tour Of The School. For
More Information On Registration Or To Schedule A
Tour, Visit Www.Holysavioracademy.Com Or Call
908-822-5890.
South Plainfield: Tickets for Holy
Savior Academy’s Spring Splendor Tricky
Tray will go on sale Friday, February 5th
from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the school,
which is located at 149 South Plainfield
Avenue, South Plainfield. Tickets are $15.00 and
include one sheet of level one tickets, beverages and
dessert. The tricky tray is scheduled for Saturday –
April 23rd at the school. For more information,
[email protected] or call the school at 908822-5890.
The Immaculata Difference
Wednesday – February 3rd from 6:30 p.m.
to 8:30 p.m. inviting all 6th, 7th & 8th grade
families to a personal, informative event
regarding your high school decisionmaking
process.
RSVP
requested
to
[email protected].
Shopping Reminder!!!
We
are still collecting General Mills’ Box
Tops for Education programs and Tyson
A+ programs which will be given to our Deanery
School – Holy Savior Academy. Please check your
purchases for these eligible items. Put them in a baggie
or an envelope and place in collection basket.
PUBLIC SAFETY NOTICE
For the safety of our workers, volunteers
and the general public, and in
compliance with the law, all scheduled
activities in the church, parish center,
cafeteria,
auditorium/gym
and
elsewhere on our property will be cancelled during a
declared state of emergency for our area. If there is no
declared state of emergency, but outdoor conditions
are such that they pose a grave danger to public safety,
then common sense and good judgment may require
that we cancel activities and that individuals refrain
from traveling outdoors. Please know that no one is
ever obliged to attend Mass under circumstances that
might be hazardous to themselves or to others.
NO VEHICLES
We ask that no one please leave their
vehicle(s) in our parking lot during
snow storms. The presence of
vehicles makes it very difficult for
us to properly clear the parking lot of snow. Thank you
for your cooperation.
PRAYERFUL SILENCE
We ask that everyone please
maintain, at all times, an atmosphere
of prayerful silence in our church as
a courtesy to those who wish to pray
and out of reverence for the Blessed
Sacrament present in the tabernacle. Once the
renovation of our church is completed, individuals will
be able to socialize in the narthex and parish meeting
room. However, until then, please refrain from talking
inside the church. Thank you for your understanding
and cooperation.
PARISH TRUCK
Our parish is in need of a small
truck. Our current Pickup has
outlived its years and is in danger of
dying at any moment. It is vital that we maintain a
parish truck in order to pick up, drop off and transport
items to, from and within our property. If anyone
knows where we can purchase a used Pickup in good
condition, please contact the parish office. Your help
is very much appreciated.
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