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Memorials for the Week of September 16th...

The Sanctuary Lamp

Sunday, September 16h 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time In Memory of...Charles Kerr
5:00 P.M. William Frederick Green
7:30 A.M. Charles Cook
9:00 A.M. Gregory LaTorre (43rd Anniversary) Rose for Life
10:30 A.M. Daniel Taylor In Memory of..Lisa McLaughlin
12:00 P.M. Tony Marinaro
Monday, September 17th Altar Bread and Altar Wine
7:00 A.M. Rosa Mayorgn (8th Anniversary) In Memory of...Paul Michael Ventimiglia
8:30 A.M. Francis M. McInerney
7:00 P.M. Paul Arrigo (Anniversary)
Tuesday, September 18th “To everything there is a season and time
7:00 A.M. Thomas Francis Lancaster for every purpose under heaven.” Ecc.3:11
8:30 A.M. Catherine Melillo “...a time to be born...”
Wednesday, September 19th Pray For... “...a time to be healed”
7:00 A.M. Tony Sweeney Frank Cocola, Frank Dumschat, Harry Eyerman, Jim Balatsos, Arthur
8:30 A.M. Patrick E. Kane Sanfilippo, Mary Madden, Chris Fender, Alexander Forfar, Sharon Foster,
Thursday, September 20th Maureen O’Neill, Jean Paterson, Dennis Goncalves, Brian Turgeon, Joanne
7:00 A.M. Joseph Burneyko O’Connor, Jacqueline D’Angelo, Concetta DiSalvo, Judy Lorincz, Kayce
8:30 A.M. Olivia Margaret Petrula McGuire, Lucy DePalma, Sam McCurry, Jasmine Haefner, Daniel Pfeiffer,
Friday, September 21st Sr. M. Benilda, O.P., Anna Glospie, Angelica Sullivan Duffy, Virginia
Callahan, Leo Vartan, Ashley Green, Stephen Nolan, Dennis Reilly,
7:00 A.M. Anne Cundari
Michael Gonzalez, Gertrude Mealy, Paul Marks, Woody Briese, Rita
8:30 A.M. Antonio Rodrigues Ballentine, Glen Limido, Christopher Lombard, Marie McCaffrey, Arlene
Saturday, September 22nd Taggart, Mary Masters, Jean Martinez, Ashley Kelly, Rosemarie Giresi,
8:30 A.M. Keegan Simmons Rachael Izarry, Jackie D’Angelo, Pete Blair, Frank Adamcik, Frank Lisi,
5:00 P.M. Deceased Members of The Kaminski Family Bruno Coviello, Alice Giffin., Kim Alexander, Joseph Cairney, Mary
Sunday, September 23rd 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time Lawson, Frank Kolis, Frances Lutkus, Richard Laugel, Joan Dolahan, Joan
7:30 A.M. People of the Parish Entwistle, Anthony Pajnar, Jennie Pajnar, Veronica Freier., John Cicchino.
9:00 A.M. The Clarke Family “...a time to love...”
10:30 A.M. Anthony Masters Meghan Liotti & Brian Faley
12:00 P.M. Angelo Soriano “...a time to die...”
5:00 P.M. Filipino Mass
Philip V. Bongiovanni
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“...a time of war and a time of peace...”
Stewardship of Treasure We pray for all our national leaders and world leaders. We also pray for the
^ safety of all men and women who serve in the armed forces of the United
We can hear God speaking to us today in the States.
words of the father to his elder son.: “You are For those in the armed services, especially...Stephen Callaghan, David
with me always, and everything I have is Dillon, Joseph McNamara, Vivienne Escalona-McNamara, Thomas Felty,
yours.” What is my response to such Stephen Hacker, David Hassan, Philip Finch, Timothy Kelly, Patrick King,
remarkable generosity? Do I give joyfully and Nicholas Luciano, Faris Naffaa, Michael McShane, Jason Moberly, Paul
generously as God gives to me? Raponkus, Alex Saharig, James Valente, Wilson Viera, Barry McKeown,
Christopher Roberts, Chris Pabst, Christian Salvia, Thomas Burns, William
The collection for September 9th was as follows: Burns, Donald Gregorowicz, Andrew Ryan Ingram, Jose’ Stoute, James
McLaughlin, Robert Ryan, Nicolo Olcese, Danny Hogan, Evan Pilot.
5:00 P.M. $1890.00
7:30 A.M. $ 690.00
9:00 A.M. $ 410.00
10:30 P.M. $3869.00
12:00 P.M. $1647.00

Cast me not away from thy presence; and take

TOTAL... $8506.00 not thy Holy Spirit from me.
Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation; and uphold me
Thank you for supporting St. Stephen’s. with thy free spirit...Ps. 51:11-12

*Please contact the Rectory (201-998-3314) to have someone added or removed from the sick list.*
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SPECIAL RELIGIOUS EDUCATION ST. STEPHEN SCHOOL ALL YEAR REUNION
^ ^
S t. Stephen’s Parish will once again offer Special Religious Did you attend St. Stephen School or know someone who did? We
Education classes for children who have disabilities or learning are in the process of contacting alumni for an all-year reunion,
challenges. Saturday, October 20, 2007. Contact Information:
Classes are held on Mondays from 4:00 to 4:45 P.M. Other times St. Stephen School, 201-991-3271, fax:
may be arranged to meet your child’s unique needs. Please contact 201-991-7829
Beverly Brachocki by leaving your name and phone number at the
Rectory. Beverly will call you with registration information. Watch
Mail: Jeffrey R. Jablonski, Reunion
the bulletin for the starting date. Teachers and Aides are needed for
Chairperson
children who have special learning needs.
St. Stephen School
131 Midland Avenue
If you are interested in the Special Religious Education Program
or other areas of ministry with special children or adults, please call Kearny, NJ 07032
the Rectory (201-998-3314) and leave a message for Beverly
Brachocki. Website: www.ststephenschool.com

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BEGINNING EXPERIENCE WEEKEND PLEASE NOTE THE

OCTOBER 26 – 28 FOLLOWING:
VILLA PAULINE, MENDHAM, NJ ggg
RECTORY OFFICE HOURS
For men and women who know the pain of separation ,
divorce or the death of a spouse, a Beginning Experience
^
weekend provides participants with the opportunity of taking MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY
the first step toward resolution, wholeness and a new 9:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M.
direction.
^
For more information, call Peggy O’Neill @ 973-887-4541,
Bernice Carr @201-848-8261 or Donna Mura @ 973-927- SATURDAY AND SUNDAY
2864. Reservations must be made prior to October 12th. 9:00 A.M.. to 2:00 P.M.

WELCOME TO OUR FIRST “FILIPINO MASS!”

Through the initiative of the Filipino Community at St. Stephen’s Parish, and in
coordination with the parish programs and activities, we would like to inform and
invite everyone to join us in our Filipino Mass celebration at St. Stephen’s Church
here in Kearny every Fourth Sunday of the Month at 5:00 P.M. Our First Filipino Mass
here at St. Stephen’s will be celebrated on, Sunday, September 23, 2007, at 5:00 P.M.
Please join us in this new ministry.
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FAITH STUDY CLASS
We are starting a Faith Study Class at St. Stephen’s Church in Kearny. Our sessions will be
conducted every second Friday of the month, starting at 7:00 P.M. ending at 9:00 P.M., in the
Rectory Meeting Room. The content of our faith study includes a deep knowledge of our Catholic
beliefs. This includes a basic understanding of God and His attributes, the Trinity, Jesus, His divine
and human personality, the Church and its Sacraments, the Doctrine of the Last Things, Mariology,
the Study of World Religions, Apologetics, and the Bible. The process of our faith study involves
group work, research, discussion, debates and lectures.
Anyone who is interested to join our Faith Study Group can contact Fr. Alex at 1-201-998-3314,
or email him at frab07@aol.com. Our first meeting is October 12th.
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CCD NEWS In light of our recent renovations,

Re-registration for all returning students is now due. All re- Saint Stephen School is looking to
registration forms and payment should be mailed to: St. Stephen expand its Development Office to
School of Religious Education, 131 Midland Avenue, Kearny, NJ include qualified volunteer
07032 as soon as possible to assure your child’s place in the proper personnel for a position to include
grade. All new registrants and any returning students that need Grant Writing and Development.
forms, please email us at: STSTEPHENCCD@AOL.COM and we In recent months we have seen an
will send you a printable version to be completed and mailed back increase in enrollment and anticipate that this positive trend will
with a copy of your child’s Baptismal Certificate. We can also be continue. The person we are looking for should have a background
reached at 201-991-0236 for any questions. Please leave a message and experience in fundraising, development, matching gifts and
and we will get back to you. grant writing.
Qualified individuals who are interested can contact the School
Note the following opening dates: Office at 201-991-3271.
^
September 17th grades 1 - 4
Our next Baptism is September 23, 2007 at 1:30
September 18 th
grades 5 - 6 P.M.

October 2nd grades 7 - 8 Our Instruction class for this Baptism is today,
September 16th at 1:30 P.M.
PLEASE NOTE:
NO REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED ON THE HOLY HOUR
FIRST DAY OF CLASS! ^
Every first Friday of the month we have a
^
Holy Hour and Exposition of the Blessed
Our weekly Bible Study will begin Thursday, Sacrament in the Church at 8:00 P.M. You are
September 20th at 7:00 P.M. in the Rectory Meeting welcome to give one hour of your life to the
Room. The study is open to the Parish....bring a Lord.
friend. Our next adoration is October 5th

“WHY CATHOLIC” IS RETURNING!! Anyone wishing to memorialize the

Won’t you please join us?
Missalettes in memory of a loved one can
^ do so by calling the Rectory. The next set of
Sign-up Sundays are September 23rd and 30th
Missalettes is for the Advent/Christmas
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Create in me a clean heart, O God;
season.
and renew a right spirit within me. The suggested donation is $200.
Ps. 51:10

Contact Information for Fr. Joe

Residence: Emmaus House
91 Washington Street
MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER WEEKEND Newark, NJ 07102
S ummertime with the kids has been great! But do you feel a need Office: Archdiocesan Youth Retreat
to get away “just the two of you?” You deserve a weekend away Center (Boystown)
–come and spiritually “polish” your marriage to be a better
499 Belgrove Drive
reflection of Christ’s love. The next worldwide Marriage Encounter
Weekend is October 12 – 14, 2007. Kearny, NJ 07032
For more information please call 800-823-5683 or 201-998-0088, ext. 4142
Sylviav12@aol.com.

O Lord, open thou my lips; and my mouth shall shew forth Thy praise.
For Thou desirest not sacrifice; else would I give it: Thou delightest not in burnt offering.
The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit: a broken and a contrite heart, O God, Thou wilt not despise.
Ps. 51: 15-7
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ST. STEPHEN’S SENIORS
The next meeting of St. Stephen’s Seniors will be held on
Tuesday, September 25th, in the Church Hall at 1:00 P.M.
There is a Board Meeting at 11:00 A.M.

SCHEDULED EVENTS
Sept. 26th
Oct. 24th JUNIOR HIGH YOUTH GROUP
Nov. 28th
Bus leaves 9:30 A.M. Sharp! All 6 th
, 7 , and 8th graders are invited to join us tonight
th

(Sunday) for the first meeting of the school year. We will

Mohonk Mountain House: Oct. 10th meet in the lower church from 7:00 P.M. to 8:30 P.M. Come
Final payment due now! and see what we’ll be doing this year!
Bus leaves at 8:15 A.M.
Annual Everything Fair Sat., Nov. 3rd
Doors open 9:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.
T he Sunday night sessions
for freshman candidates
Hunterdon Hills/Christmas Show: Nov. 14th begin next Sunday,
Deposit Due Now! September 23rd at Boystown.
Waiting List Only! All candidates, their families
Christmas Party/Victor’s Chateau: December 11th and friends are invited to join
us for Mass at 6:00 P.M. at
Trips are open to everyone!!
the Sacred Heart Church.
Membership is open to anyone 55 years of age or older. The sessions will begin
following Mass and end at
ALL ARE WELCOME!!! 8:30 P.M.
For tours call: Joan 201-998-3578 iii
or Atlantic City call: Peg 201-998-9443
For Sunshine or Condolence: Marjorie 201-991-0289 Information on Youth Ministry events can be obtained by e-
For Club info. call: Tom 201-998-8258 mailing FrJoe52601@aol.com.
Check us out on the WEB: www.myspace.com/ssyg.

The school website is under construction.(We seem to do a lot of that at the school!) Our temporary site is:
www.myschoolpages.com/schools/ststephen. We will go back to our original website address when we are
finished with the design but until then please use the above address. Our new site will be more polished and
professional looking and will offer many more features. We hope you'll like our new look.

One more phase of completing our renovations has been taken care of....we have beautiful new stage drapes! The old red and gold ones
served their purpose and served us well. To complement our new color scheme, the outer drapes are forest green velvet and the rear two
sets are black. They look great! You'll have to see them during one of our stage performances.

ST. STEPHEN SCHOOL

FIRST ANNUAL
WELCOME BACK TO SCHOOL BBQ
Come one, come all to our First Annual Welcome Back to School BBQ to reunite our school
community and also to welcome all of our new students and their families. Festivities will take place
on Sunday, September 30th (1:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M.) at Riverbank Park (across from Dunkin Donuts).
There is a $10.00 charge per family.
Please remember this is for SSS parents, students and siblings only. Children not accompanied by an
adult are not permitted.

If you would like to attend, please send in your payment to the school office no later than September 21st (make checks payable to SSS
Home School Association) along with your child’s name and grade and the number of adults and siblings attending.
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Join us for BINGO on Thursday evening Vocation Reflection
Doors open at 6:00 P.M. ^
Bingo runs from 7:30 to 9:30 P.M. As Christians, we are all called to witness to the Love of God and
His mercy in a world filled with so many of the lost who stray from
Bingo workers for September 20th are: the flock of Christ. By doing so, we preach the universal vocation to
holiness. This is God’s desire for all His children. Some of us are
Martins, Mobus, Nunez, Soto, Sweeney, Tolentino
asked to live a life of service as shepherds of Christ’s flock modeled
( ( ( in a particular way after Him who is the Good Shepherd. This
COME AND BRING A FRIEND!! vocation may be lived out through Holy Orders or consecrated life.
^ If you think God is calling you to pray and discern life as a priest or
religious, then contact the Office of Vocations at 973-497-4365 or
Intercessions for Life email kellybar@rcan.org.
^ ^
For those whose lives are demeaned St. Stephen’s Mom’s Group will meet, Monday,
by abuse, prostitution, or human trafficking: September 17th at 10:00 A.M. in the
that the Gospel of Life Church Hall. Please come and share time
might impel us to rescue them; with other mothers. We welcome anyone to
join us.
We pray to the Lord...
If you plan to attend, please call...
^ Anne Marie Reid at 201-998-6968.

SAINT STEPHEN’S ROSARY ALTAR SOCIETY

CHURCH CLEANING
is sponsoring a one day Retreat at: ‚ ‚ ‚
^ The next Church cleaning will be held on
The Villa of Our Lady Wednesday, October 10th from
in the Poconos 7:00 P.M. – 9:00 P.M.
Wednesday, October 17, 2007. Please note that we start and finish on time!!
For more information, call Vicki @ 201-991-8345 ^
FOOD PANTRY
Ì Ì Ì ^
Our Parish Food Pantry is in need of the following items:
Jelly, peanut butter, canned fruit, soup, cookies,
Compassionate Care of NJ tuna fish, macaroni & cheese, jello, pudding
^ Please bring only the foods requested.
Compassionate care of NJ is seeking mature, caring individuals
interested in providing in-home care. Compassionate Care of NJ
provides care to the elderly who wish to stay in their home but need ***We ask that the items are not outdated or open***
support with the essentials of daily living.
Thank you...
Social Concerns Committee
For more information, please call 732-450-3690.
^
Our Food Pantry is now open on Thursday ONLY from 9:30
Ì Ì Ì A.M. to 11:30 A.M.

ORATORY PREPARATORY SCHOOL

Come live the “Oratory Experience” at our OPEN HOUSE on Sunday, September 30, 2007 from 1:00 P.M. to 3:00
P.M. Faculty and students will be present to give tours and answer questions for prospective 7th – 12th grade boys
and their families. Oratory Prep is located at One Beverly Road, Summit, off of Morris Avenue.

For further information call: 908-273-5771, ext. 11 or visit us at www.oratoryprep.org.