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Saint Anthony of Padua comes to Rockaway
The relics of Saint Anthony of Padua will come to Sacred Heart of Jesus Church on Sunday, October 14th. The relics of this 13th century Franciscan saint will come from his shrine in Padua, Italy and will be accompanied by Father Mario Conti, a Friar from the shrine.
Holy Mass will be celebrated at 3 o’clock followed by veneration of the two and precious relics from the Pontifical Basilica in Padua, Italy. -
Mass Schedule
Weekends:
Saturday - 5:00 pm
Sunday - 8:30 am & 10:00 am
Holydays:
Vigil - 7:00 pm
Day - 12 noon
Weekday:
Monday thru Friday -12 noon
First Friday Devotions - 6:30 pm
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Polish Mass
The Polish Mass will be celebrated the 2nd Sunday of each month at 11:30 am.
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Latin Mass
The Latin Mass will be celebrated the 3rd Sunday of each month at 12:00 noon.
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Confessions
- Monday: 7:00 PM
- Saturday: 4:15 PM to 4:45 PM In the Church before 5:00 PM Mass
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Welcome to our Catholic Community
Rev. Pawel Bala
Administrator/Pastor
Mrs. Janet Maulbeck
Business Administrator
Youth Protection/Safe
Environment Coordinator
Mrs. Lisa Sylvester
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First Friday Devotions
Join us for the observance of First Friday as we begin at 6:30 pm with Exposition of the Most Blessed Sacrament followed by the singing of the Litany of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus and the celebration of the Holy Mass.
A priest is available for the Sacrament of Penance during the time of exposition. Please join us in this devotion to which the Lord Jesus promised many blessings for those who observe this day each month.
The Noon Mass at Sacred Heart Church is not celebrated on First Fridays due to the evening Mass.
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Divine Mercy Academy Registration
DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY
Pre-K through 8th Grade
Come see the difference an academically excellent Catholic education makes! We offer a safe, secure & compassionate environment with a high level of individualized attention; certified teachers; weekly liturgies & daily Religion class; academic curriculum with all core subjects; strong enrollment in all grades; STEM; physical education; music, art, Spanish & library, with technology integrated throughout the curriculum. Before-care/aftercare/extracurricular activities available.
Full day & Half Day Pre-K3 & Pre-K4 programs starting at $2420/ year. Kindergarten through 8th grade tuition rates as follows:1 child: $5030 -2 children: $8200- 3 children: $9960 per year. Schedule a personal tour this summer, and see all that DMA has to offer! Currently accepting applications.
87 Halsey Ave., Rockaway, NJ
www.dmarockaway.org
973-627-6003
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Information about Online Giving
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News
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September 16All are invited to the second annual Latin Mass Pilgrimage on Saturday, October 13, 2018 at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Paterson. Bishop Serratelli will celebrate a pontifical solemn high mass in the extraordinary form at 9:30 AM. A reception with the Bishop will follow the mass in the Rodimer Center. Free parking is available in the garage on Grand Street. For more information, contact Dr. Joseph Daly at (973) 464-2954.
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September 16Our parish will join with St. Cecilia Church for this year’s Blessing of the Pets to be held on Saturday, October 6th. The blessing service will take place in the backyard of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church beginning at 12 Noon. Father Pawel and Father Matt will preside at this blessing held in honor of the feast of Saint Francis of Assisi whose memory is celebrated on October 4th.
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September 15The relics of Saint Anthony of Padua will come to Sacred Heart of Jesus Church on Sunday, October 14th . The relics of this 13th century Franciscan saint will come from his shrine in Padua, Italy and will be accompanied by Father Mario Conti, a Friar from the shrine. Holy Mass will be celebrated at 3 o’clock followed by veneration until 7 PM, of the two and precious relics from the Pontifical Basilica in Padua, Italy.
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September 15We are in need of volunteers who can serve as Lector and/or Minister of Communion. Our Church is requesting your assistance in this very important matter. All new Lectors and Ministers of Holy Communion will undergo onsite training. This training should only take about 15 minutes and can be accomplished after the mass. Once trained, your involvement will be incorporated into the mass.
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September 15Who do people say that I am?” Christ really wants to know who his disciples thought he was. Yet he leads them by degree to the tougher and more committing questions. The first question- who do people say I am is easy to answer. The second question is more difficult. It involves self-examination. Only Peter had the courage to respond. Like the disciples in the Gospel, throughout our own spiritual journey Christ will give us surprise examinations and questions – moments when we, too, will be asked to evaluate who Jesus really is for each of us.
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September 13Morris Catholic High School is pleased to host its annual College Night on Thursday, September 27, 2018 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the school cafeteria and library. Many wonderful colleges and universities (over 110 at this time) will be present to provide you information and answer your questions. Interested students and parents from high schools throughout the area are invited to attend and take advantage of this excellent opportunity, effecting their future.
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Calendar
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Tuesday, September 25, 2:15 PM - 5:00 PM
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Wednesday, September 26, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Wednesday, September 26, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM"Be still, and know that I am God." A contemplative prayer group meets every Wednesday in the cry room at the back of St. Cecilia's Church, from 7:00-8:00 PM.
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Thursday, September 27, 2:15 PM - 5:00 PM
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Today's Readings
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Reading 1 Prv 21:1-6, 10-13Responsorial Psalm Ps 119:1, 27, 30, 34, 35, 44Gospel Lk 8:19-21
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First Friday Comminion Calls
A priest will be making “First Friday” visits to those who are homebound. These visits will be made by one of our priests who will distribute Holy Communion. He will also be available for the sacraments of penance and anointing of the sick. Please call the rectory at 972-627-0422 to register your name for this monthly visit by one of our priests.
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Vehicle Donation Program
Catholic Charities exists to serve the needs of individuals who are vulnerable. Help them meet their goals by donating that old car taking up space in your driveway. Donate it to Catholic Charities of Paterson!
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CERTIFICATE OF ELIGIBILITY
If you are in need of a sponsorship form, please call the parish office 973-627-0422:
All Catholic Churches in the United States require from Catholics serving as a Godparent for Baptism or a sponsor for Confirmation a certificate of eligibility. This document certifies that the Godparent/sponsor is a registered member of the parish, attends Holy Mass, approaches the sacraments regularly and contributes to the support of the Church via the Sunday offering envelope program or “Parish Pay”. It is the responsibility of the individual to meet these requirements as listed in the Code of Canon Law, #874.
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RCIA
Have you been worshiping with us, but have never officially taken the step to become Catholic? Are you seeking a deeper personal relationship with Jesus, but have not been Baptized or Confirmed or have not received First Communion? Are you married to a Catholic and attend Mass, but just don’t know what the next step is to become Catholic? If any of the above questions apply to you, contact Deacon Paul Willson at 973-551-0749 and a leave a message or send an email to paul.d.willson@gmail.com
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St. Cecilia Cemetery Information
Please email Diane Boykow at StCeciliaCemetery@gmail.com
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Parishoners in the Military
Please Pray For Our Parishioners in the Military
• Major Peter Hackett •
• Captain Jessica L. Rotile Rudo •
• 1st Lt. Nicholas DelCore •
• Kenneth Rudo, Warrant Officer,1 •
• Airman 1st Cl. Andrew Mistkowski •
• LCpl. Aleksandr Kileen •
• Justin D. Gosden Pvt 2 •
• Nick Lisa Pfc •If you, or a family member are in the hospital or recuperating at home, and would like to be mentioned on the published prayer list, please call the rectory at 973-627-0422
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PROTECTING GOD'S CHILDREN - VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS
The Diocese of Paterson requires all volunteers and/or employees who have regular contact with children, minors or vulnerable adults be approved to work by completing the following steps:
In order to ensure our children are in a safe environment our Diocese requires the following safe environment compliance procedures be followed before our volunteer are allowed to work with children:- Complete an online background check though Selection.com known as Fastrax
- Read, understand and acknowledge a Pastoral Code of Conduct
- Attend a 3 hour Virtus live training program entitled “Protecting God’s Children” within the next 30 days
The process to complete these requirements have been streamlined into one registration interface. Simply go to www.virtusonline.org to begin the registration process and click “FIRST TIME REGISTRANT”. It takes less than 10 minutes to complete and we ask that you complete all steps during the process. Please be sure to use your legal name when registering, no nick names please.
Step by step registration instructions can be viewed at Virtus Online Volunteer Instructions if you would like to view prior to beginning the registration process.