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The Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
February 17, 2019
In today’s gospel, Lk 6:17, 20-26, we take different look at the Beatitudes, those famous sayings by Jesus. In Matthews gospel, we heard that Jesus pronounced the Beatitudes on the top of a mountain, and it is called the Sermon on the Mount.
In today’s gospel Luke tells us that Jesus came down from the mountain and stood on level ground. This text then gets the name the Sermon on the Plain. Together, they give us different aspects Jesus’ teachings in the concise forms that each gives us.
Luke’s version of the Beatitudes is much more basic than Matthew’s which was given up on the mountain top and may seem or feel more spiritual.
In Luke’s version, Jesus speaks directly to the poor; You who are hungry, weeping, hated, insulted, or denounced by others. You are blessed, he says. The reality of this is much harder than Matthews poor in spirit and hunger for Justice.
Luke is saying you are blessed when your stomach is growling, when you are on welfare or homeless. What is up with that? This is a hard thing to say. It is certainly not saying that these things are good to live in poverty or homelessness and want to remain there. Jesus goes on to list woes on those who are rich now, well fed, and popular. What is he getting at? He is not saying that all the rich will go to hell, and all the poor will go to heaven. Rather, he is saying that hunger, poverty, and suffering all lead us to God. The growling stomach reminds us of where the bread comes from in the first place. Having good things, blessings, should also lead us to God in gratitude. In the end, to be a part of the kingdom proclaimed by Jesus is rooted deeply in the words of Jeremiah in the first reading Jer 17:5-8, . “Blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose hope is the Lord. He is like a tree planted beside the waters that stretches out its roots to the stream” remaining connected to God. The relationship that Jesus offers us is the way to true satisfaction, true wealth, and true joy.
Parish News & Updates
- SAVE THE DATE: March 30 for the Parish Easter Bunny Breakfast
- DISC-55 Pequannock Seniors: February, March Schedule
- 8th Grade Fundraiser at Outback; February 25 and 26
For complete information click HERE.
- Quilt-a-Thon At Holy Spirit School on Feb. 23/24
The Quilt-A-Thon has been rescheduled Saturday, February 23rd through Sunday, February. 24th.
Quilting for a Cause NJ is a community organization in Pequannock Township that makes quilts for the homeless and others in need. The mission began at Rosemary Phalon’s house in January 2017, with 11 quilts made on that first day. The organization completed 703 quilts in 2017, and 966 quilts in 2018.
The quilts are made from 100% cotton. The organization is requesting donated materials--fabric, thread and quilt batting. Quilts have been distributed all over New Jersey and New York, in 26 different states, and to 5 other countries. The goal is to place quilts in all 50 states.
To celebrate their second anniversary, Quilting for a Cause will hold their second annual 24 hour Sew-a-Thon at Holy Spirit School from 9 am Saturday, February 23 to Sunday, February 24 at 9 am. Volunteers are needed to sort and organize fabric, press, pin, and sew quilts. . No sewing or quilting experience is necessary.
The students from Holy Spirit School will be helping, and we need parents and members of the Parish to help. All materials will be provided to volunteers. Meals will be provided throughout the day and night by local restaurants. Please check our website QuiltingforaCauseNJ.org or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. All are welcome to come and join in for a few hours, or as long as you like.
- Altar Servers Wanted !!! Next Training Opportunity is Saturday, March 16Altar Serving Training sessions for third through seventh graders will take place at 10am on the following Saturdays in the church:Feb 9 and March 16
Please contact Fr. David or Ken Gertler
- Holy Spirit School Calendar Raffle Winners: Feb. 10-162/10/19 Monica Galiano $125.00 Tix#07542/11/19 Alexander Schmidt $100.00 Tix#22402/12/19 Michael Congemi $75.00 Tix#00762/13/19 John Magalla $75.00 Tix#13472/14/19 John Sweeney $225.00 Tix#05682/15/19 Karen Ferrara $50.00 Tix#06782/16/19 Michelle Davino $50.00 Tix#2755
- Second Collection on Feb. 16/17 For Grains of Hope
Your contributions to support the Grains of Hope Community Meal Packing event on March 24th are needed now. Sponsorship forms are available at the doors of the church if you wish to use them. You can always make a contribution in any amount by mailing your check (marked for "GoH-HS") direct to Community Partners for Hope PO Box 532 in Pompton Plains, dropping your support in the wooden collection boxes at the main and wing doors of church, or in a marked envelope in the collection basket. Thank You!
- CLERGY SCHEDULE February 16/17, 2019
Clergy Schedule
5:00PM Fr. David
7:30AM Fr. David
9:00AM Fr. David
11:00AM Fr. David 7:00PM Fr. Ed Lambro
- RECENT CATHOLIC NEWS
- Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)
What is R.C.I.A.
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is the coming home of any adult into the full and warm embrace of God the Father and Holy Mother Church. It is a joyous time of growth, healing, and love in the life of any adult who comes to a relationship of faith, hope and love in God through Jesus Christ. Receiving the Sacraments of Initiation, namely Baptism, Confirmation and the Eucharist, the adult catechumen or candidate is welcomed into the full life of the Church and encouraged to engage in the life and ministries of the Church as faith leads to action.
The adult catechumen or candidate is also exposed to the life of holiness, a call from God experienced by all people, and the many ways he or she can live that call as a servant of Christ and His Church. The catechumen or candidate is exposed to the different spiritual traditions of the Church, as well as her charitable and liturgical activities and ministries, so that he or she can find a home in the life of the Church and contribute his or her gifts and talents to the building up of the kingdom of God.
RCIA is an 8-month process by which adult, baptized Catholics complete their sacraments of initiation, and those who would like to become Catholic for the first time receive their sacraments, is beginning registration now. If you, or someone you know, is interested in joining these sessions, please call the Parish Office at (973) 696-1234.
- Visits for the Homebound
If you know of someone who is homebound and would like to schedule a visit from one of our Eucharistic Ministers for Holy Communion, please have them call the Parish Office at (973) 696-1234. Homebound individuals who would like a visit from Fr. David for the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick or the Sacrament of Reconciliation may also call the Parish Office to arrange for a visit.
About Us
Rev. David Monteleone Pastor
Rev. Mr. Michael Scruggs, Deacon
Parish Trustees:
Mrs. Kathleen Bekker
Mr. G. Michael Foulon
Holy Spirit Church
318 Newark-Pompton Turnpike
Pequannock, NJ 07440
Office Hours
Monday to Friday
9:00 am - 3:00PM
318 Newark-Pompton Turnpike
Pequannock, NJ 07440
Office Hours
Monday to Friday
9:00 am - 3:00PM
Phone
973-696-1234
973-696-1234
Weekend Masses
Saturday
Saturday
5:00PM
Sunday
7:30AM
9:00AM
11:00AM
7:00PM
Weekday Masses:
Monday - Friday
8:30AM
Monday - Friday
8:30AM
Eucharistic Adoration
Tuesdays
9AM to 10:00AM (following the 8:30AM Mass)
Rosary and Miraculous Medal Novena
Fridays @ 9:00AM
Fridays @ 9:00AM
Reconciliation:
Saturday
4:00 to 4:30PM
Saturday
4:00 to 4:30PM
Holy Day Masses:
As Announced.
As Announced.
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