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Masses for the Week

Saturday, April 28th 8:30 a.m. Weekly Memorial Mass 5:00 p.m. Deceased Member of the Vitkauskas and Raczynski Families, req. the family Sunday, April 29th - Fourth Sunday of Easter 7:30 a.m. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph McGhee Sr., req. Bernie and Margie McGhee 9:00 a.m. Michael Rubino, req. The Petryk Family 10:30 a.m. Norman Sabo, req. Evelyn Sabo 12:00 p.m. Jean Merrill, req. from Helens Friday morning Bible Study Group Monday, April 30th 7:00 a.m. Margaret Margiotta, req. Kathleen Arpaia 12:10 p.m. Jean Mizzoni, req. Elvira Feolia Tuesday, May 1st 7:00 a.m. Jimmy Kelly, req. Erminio Larosa 12:10 p.m. Sheila Floyd, req. Terry Dill Wednesday, May 2nd 7:00 a.m. Paul Centamore, req. Paula and Michael Savage

Calendar of Parish Activities Week of April 29, 2012

Saturday, April 28th 6:3011:00 p.m. Dinner / Concert / Dance Featuring the Bronx Wanderers to benefit the A of OLP Sunday, April 29th First Communions during the 9:00 a.m. and 12 noon Masses 9:3011:45 a.m. Childrens Liturgy of the Word Meeting, Parish Hall A 6:007:00 p.m. High School Youth Ministry Meeting, Entire Parish Hall 7:009:00 p.m. AftershockHigh School Youth Ministry, Entire Parish Hall / Gym Monday, April 30th 3:004:30 p.m. Girls Softball & Field/Track K2, Parking Lot / Gym 7:009:00 p.m. Country Fair Planning Meeting, Entire Parish Hall / Kitchen 7:30 p.m. Rosary and Novena, Church Tuesday, May 1st 3:004:30 p.m. Girls Softball, Parking Lot / Gym 7:30 8:30 p.m. A of OLP May Crowning, Gym / Church 7:009:00 p.m. Bible Timeline, Entire Parish Hall 7:30 p.m. Adult Choir Practice, Church Wednesday, May 2nd o Religious Ed. Classes until September 6:307:30 p.m. Practice for children receiving First Communion on Sunday, May 6th, church 7:30 p.m. Rescheduled Rosary Altar Society Board Meeting, Pope John Paul Room Thursday, May 3rd 1:002:00 p.m. Holy Hour for Reparation, Church o Religious Ed. Classes until September Friday, May 4th 12:30 p.m. A of OLP early dismissal 12:309:00 p.m. Eucharistic Adoration which concludes with a Holy Hour beginning at 8:00 p.m., church 3:004:30 p.m. Track & Field K2, Parking Lot / Gym Saturday, May 5th 8:15 a.m. 12:45 p.m. Centering Prayer Workshop, Parish Hall 12:00 p.m. Mass and the Sacrament of the Anointing, Church followed by a light reception in the Parish Hall 4:007:00 p.m. 8th Grade Confirmation Prep, Entire Parish Hall / church / Gym / Kitchen Sunday, May 6th First Communions during the 10:30 a.m. Mass, Church 10:00 a.m. Welcome Coffee And Entire Parish Hall / Kitchen 6:007:00 p.m. High School Youth Mass, Church 7:009:00 p.m. High School Youth Ministry Dinner and Meeting, Entire Parish Hall / Kitchen

12:10 p.m. Joseph Conte, req. his Mom and Dad Thursday, May 3rd 7:00 a.m. Ray Brick, req. Valerie and Luciano Ricciardi 12:10 p.m. Assunta and Pompilio Scapati, req. their daughter Friday, May 4th 7:00 a.m. Timothy Vislocky, req. Rosalie and Eil Hamaty

11:00 a.m. Mrs. Mary McNally, req. The Ericksen Family 12:10 p.m. Michael Rubino, req. Rosemary Murphy Saturday, May 5th 8:30 a.m. Weekly Memorial Mass 5:00 p.m. Jacob Yaeger and Virginia Yaeger Higgins, req. Virginia Yaeger Sunday, May 6th - Fifth Sunday of Easter 7:30 a.m. Gary Dill, req. The Hernandez Family 9:00 a.m. Michael Rubino, req. Mr. and Mrs. Vito Guidetti, Jr. 10:30 a.m. Ken Magrath, req. The Schoal Family 12:00 p.m. Ruth McInroy, req. The Fezza Family

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Relatives and Friends Who eed Our Prayers

Please pray especially for the following people who have recently been added to our prayer list: Maria Boldera Robert Keating Molleen Secours Josephine Carter Frances Larsen Christopher Siebelts Rosemarie Lafiosca Abadailla Shenouda Herman Larson Peter Dill three special intentions Let us also pray for the men and women who are serving in our military in particular those who are from our parish: PFC. Joseph Robert Pecca - Korea COL Paul J. McAneny, Air ForceKuwait 2LT. Charlie Law, Army - Iraq PFC icholas Hudspith, ArmyKuwait Lance CPL. Christopher Sodano, Marines - Afghanistan SSG Joseph Cornall, ArmyKuwait 2LT. John Truppa, ArmySoon to be deployed CPL. Gerald Squirlock Jr., has returned safely from Afghanistan. His family are very grateful for your prayers. Also, please remember our dearly departed who have passed away recently especially Catherine Sommo May they rest in peace. Please remember that there is a special intention book located in the Baptistery of the church.

Scripture Reading for the Week of April 29th

Fourth Sunday of Easter Acts 4:8-12; 1 Jn 3:1-2; Jn 10:11-18 Monday Acts 11:1-18; Jn 10:1-10 Tuesday Acts 11:19-26; Jn 10:22-30 Wednesday Acts 12:24 13:5a; Jn 12:44-50 Thursday 1 Cor 15:1-8; Jn 14:6-14 First Friday Acts 13:26-33; Jn 14:1-6 First Saturday Acts 13:44-52; Jn 14:7-14

Eucharistic Adoration with Holy Hour

On Friday, May 4th, Eucharistic Adoration will be held in the church starting after the 12:10 p.m. Mass and will conclude with a Holy Hour from 8:009:00 p.m. This is a wonderful opportunity to spend some quiet time in prayer. All are welcome whether you come alone or with family or with a friend. Thank you for signing the attendance book which will be placed on the table at the entrance of the church closest to the rectory.

Welcoming Committee ews

As a parish, we will be welcoming the following new parishioners during the 9:00 a.m. Mass next Sunday May 6, 2012. Ryan and Anindita Mascrenhas and family, Jose and Lisa Maita and family, Steven and Ann Krump and family, Frank and Mary Scannicchio and family, Robert and Ana Roth and family, Todd and Mara Salamon and family, Christopher and Megan Gilbertson and family, Pascual and Martha Mancilla and family, Doni and Conncepcion Ocena and family, Thomas Petrillo Please be sure to attend this mass and then come join us in the Parish Hall for coffee and goodies to celebrate the welcoming of our newest members.

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Mens Cornerstone Presents HOLY IGHT

Through Gods Chosen Path
Thursday May 10 7:30 in the Parish Hall. doors open at 7:00
Our guest speakers are Fr. Charlie, Deacon Charles Boucher and Paul Johnson. Food and beverages will be provided. RSVP by May 7th to Fr. Charlie 908-464-7600 or Paul Johnson 908-464-6592.
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Liturgy of the Word for Children

Childrens Liturgy of the Word is look for men and women volunteers to come join this inspiring ministry and help share the Sunday Scripture readings with the young children of the OLP parish family. We also encourage young teens and young adults (Middle School, High School, and College age) to participate. Childrens Liturgy of the Word occurs the first Sunday of each month from October through May. To learn more about this exciting ministry, please join us in the Parish Hall for an informational meeting (coffee and donuts included!) on Sunday, April 29 immediately following the 9:00 a.m. Mass.

Food Pantry Items of the Week

Our food pantrys supply of Peanut butter, tuna fish, mayo, sugar and bar hand soap are very low. Thank you for your kindness and generosity. Your donations are truly appreciated.

ew Providence Annual Senior Citizen Health Fair

The New Providence Senior Citizen building will be the location of the Annual Senior Citizen Health Fair for New Providence residents ages 62 and older. The Fair will be held on Wednesday, May 23, 2012 From 8:00 until 11:00 a.m. There will provide screenings for hearing, vision, blood glucose, cholesterol, podiatry, chiropractic and more as well as a variety literature will be available. Seniors requesting blood chemistry screening must pre-register at the New Providence Senior Center from May1st to May 21st. Please note that if you arrange to have blood work, you must fast for 12 hours. Questions? Please call the New Providence Health Nurse at 908-7430-1049 or the Senior Center at 908665-0046.

Festival of Praise
A Charismatic Prayer Meeting Rekindle the Fire of Divine Love within us
On Sunday, May 6, 2012 from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., the People of Hope , along with the Family of Faith, will be co-sponsoring a gathering of praise and worship, preaching and witnessing, fellowship and Spiritual Ministry at Koinonia Academy, 1040 Plainfield Ave., Plainfield 07060. Please RSVP to Ed eri at 908-872-3771 by May 2nd.

Centering Prayer Workshop

Saturday, May 5, 2012 8:15 a.m.12:45 p.m. Registration begins at 8:45 p.m. in our Parish Hall Presenters: Contemplative Outreach Staff

Eucharistic Ministers eeded for Manorcare in ew Providence

There is a need for additional Eucharist Ministers to bring Holy Communion on Sunday mornings to the resiPlease pre-register by Monday, April 30th. Call 908- dents of Manorcare Nursing Center on Gales Dr. The 464-7600 or email secretary@olpnp.com. This work residents truly look forward to receiving the Eucharist. shop is for those who are new to Centering Prayer and Wont you help? If you can volunteer or need more infor those who wish to renew their practice. formation, please call Millie McSherry at 908-464-4143.

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Stewardship Report for February, 2012

Collections (4 Sundays) = et available for use after Archdiocesan Assessment = -------Avg. Sunday Envelope Donations = Avg. Loose Cash = Avg. # of Envelopes Used Weekly = Avg. Donation per Envelope= $52,803 $46,995

$11,880 $ 1,321 467 $25.44

Country Fair Ride Tickets Are ow On Sale!

Our Country Fair will be held on Wednesday, May 16th through Saturday, May 19th. Pre-Fair Ride Tickets are the most economical way to purchase tickets for the Fair. A sheet of 30 tickets costs $20. They are now available at the Rectory Office and also following the Sunday Masses.

Stewardship Report for March, 2012

Collections (4 Sundays) = et available for use after Archdiocesan Assessment = -------Avg. Sunday Envelope Donations = Avg. Loose Cash = Avg. # of Envelopes Used Weekly = Avg. Donation per Envelope= $52,205

50/50 Raffle Tickets

$46,462

$11,745 $ 1,306 466 $25.20

To everyone who has sold and returned their 50/50 Raffle Tickets for the Country Fair, thank you. If you have not sold them as of yet, please do so as soon as possible. Additional tickets are available at the rectory office. Be in it so you can be the lucky winner!

Please prayerfully consider whether your means allow increased support for your Church

ew Gifts and Household Items eeded for Our ew Gifts Table

The Country Fair will be held on May 16th through the 19th this year. We are asking for your donations of new unused gifts and household items for our Country Fair ew Gifts Table. Please bring your un-needed treasures to the rectory between now and the Country Fair. You will be lightening your clutter and helping your parish at the same time!

STEWARDSHIP
Sacrificial Offering for: Easter 2012 $55,517 Easter 2011 $59,342

Pricers eeded
Help is needed to price donations for the New Gifts Table for our Country Fair.. Please contact Barbara at 908-6652911 concerning upcoming pricing dates and times.

Tidy Tent Leader eeded The seventh session in the seminar will be held on Monday, April 30, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. at We are in need of a person to head our Tidy Tent Comthe New Providence United Methodist Church. mittee for this years Country Fair. The responsibilities The topic will be: Salary Negotiations. The are to clear and wipe the tables that are under the tent where fair goers can sit and enjoy their snacks. presenter will be Lloyd L. Feinstein, author Please contact Debbie Johnston at 908-464-1591 to volunand consultant. For details, please call 908teer or for more information. 464-5525.

Final Session The Re-employment Seminar

From the Catechetical Office

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION REGISTRATION
Registration for fall sessions is now in progress. All Catholic children attending public schools should attend religious education classes so that they may be well grounded in our faith and be prepared for the sacraments. Religious Education registration packets for September 2012/2013 have been mailed to families of current students. Additional packets and information will be available in the rectory and on the tables in the rear of the church for families with children new to the program. You may either mail or drop off your completed forms to the Catechetical Office in the rectory. By registering before June 15, it enables us to plan class sizes and recruit the needed number of catechists.

FIRST EUCHARIST MASS

Families of First Eucharist children are reminded of the required practice for your childs First Eucharist Mass.

Practice: For the 10:30 a.m. First Eucharist Mass, May 6 Practice is 5:30 6:30 p.m., Weds., May 2 The child and at least one parent must attend the practice, which takes place in church. We will rehearse the Entrance, Communion, and Dismissal Processions. The parent(s) who attends is responsible for giving information to other family members and relatives who will be at the First Eucharist Mass. You will also be given last minute information regarding the day.

Registration for First Grade

Dont delay registering your first grader! Our First Reconciliation and Eucharist preparation begins in grade one. Children generally receive First Reconciliation in the second grade and First Communion in the third grade after they have experienced full preparation during those three years. Call or visit the Catechetical Office with any questions (908-464-8156). The Catechetical Office is located in the Rectory and is open from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily. Other hours are available by appointment.

THE RESULTS ARE IN! Through the amazing generosity of our parish, including parishioners, the children of the Academy and our Religious Education Program, we were able to raise: $3,282.98 Working through Food for the Poor, this amount is enough to build a house with sanitation for a needy family in Haiti. Once the house is built, we will publish a photo of our sponsored family standing in front of their new home. Thank you for your generosity. May God bless everyone who participated in our parishwide Lenten Project. Parish Catechetical Office

HAVE YOU CONSIDERED BECOMING A CATECHIST?

One of the most rewarding things you can do is share your faith with the youth of our parish as a catechist in our Religious Education Program. The requirements are simple: a love for God, love for our Catholic faith, and a willingness to spread the news of Jesus Christ. Religious Education sessions for children in grades K 6 are held on Wednesdays or Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. Sessions for grades 7 & 8 are on Wednesday evenings from 7:15 to 8:30 p.m. Call the Parish Catechetical Office at (908)4648156 for details. By sharing your faith, you grow in faith!

May God Bless Our Parish Children Making Their First Eucharist This Sunday April 29, 2012 9:00 a.m. Mass Dominick T. Cardone Katherine Dolan John Kaputska Christopher Siebelts Kyle Tierney Jack Whalen 12:00 Noon Mass David P. Aprill John Koubek Joseph Bonetti Grace Lepre Sophie Cresitello Marisa Mazzuca Gabriel F. Doria Zachary Ortiz Thomas Dreitlein James Reilly Katherine Iellimo Sophie Diana Rittenhouse Simon F. Innaccone Sarah Wachtel

We are grateful to the catechists who ministered and worked in our Religious Education Program this year to support and lead the children and youth of our parish to discipleship: Kindergarten Sue Pocaro Cora Terzo Grade 1 Dawn Doyle Lynne Gosselin Kim Ocello Cecille West Bridget Whalen Grade 2 Jeanne Cook Marion Lucciola Judy Nicosia Marie Turtur Grade 3 Patty Aprill Liz Frith Cathy Smallman Lynn Toomey Denise Torsiello Lucy Westerhaus Grade 4 Robin Brett Joe Cunder Jennifer Kruger Ingrid Nau Jane Tiboni Grade 5 Michael Koubek Hilary McCarron Leslie Sidoli Kellee Zegarski Grade 6 Jean Dory Karen Parenti Grade 7 Maureen Miller Ruth Anne Munroe Suzanne Scheader Carol Treventi Grade 8 Russ Kyzima Val Mitreuter Zofia Monczka Leslie Sidoli Marina Velazquez Kellee Zegarski Catechist Aides Nancy Alagna Lea Monaco Paula Ortiz Maria Ricciardi Kara Thoms Dedicated Substitutes Lindsay Ruta Rich Sofie Leslie Wachtel Staff Joanne Fezza Anne Marie Mendez Kathy Brady Tracey Vieira Terri Woodard

The primary task of catechesis is not to teach a number of eternal truths, and it is not passing on values . . . . Although that is what we do. The primary task of catechesis is to bring people to a personal encounter with Jesus Christ, the only savior, by making them disciples. From Knowing Jesus by James Aleson, OP

Mass and Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick and Elderly

on Saturday, May 5, 2012 12:00 p.m.

Our Lady of Peace Church 111 South Street New Providence, New Jersey
Refreshments following the Mass in Our Parish Hall

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Minutes from Parish Council meeting of March 28, 2012

Pastoral Council meeting attendees were: Father Bill, Pat Jackson, Karen Dreitlein, Paul Johnson, Fred Cowburn and Jerry Russo Meeting was called to order by Jerry Russo at 7:30 PM Opening Prayer Karen Dreitlein Open Discussion on the following subject: Discussion and feedback on the January meeting All felt that the Lenten Parish mission was successful and well attended on all nights and during the morning sessions. A six week enrichment program is available and Father Bill has tasked Carol Treventi to investigate the feasibility of offering it. Next years mission has been scheduled. The presenter will be Father Pat Martin. The topic has not yet been set up. It will be held during Holy Week. Father Bill has requested a replacement for Father Philip Financial Status- revenues are still off pace with last year. AAA campaign pledges are off by a considerable number. Our target for this year is $84,000. We would encourage all, if you havent already, to consider making a pledge. Please recognize that if we surpass our goal, we do receive a percentage of the excess amount. Pastoral Council Staffing: Father Bill expects to make two or three appointments to the council Facility Issues: Sidewalk replacements are in progress and should be finished by Easter Sunday. Later in the year the border around the church and school will be repainted. The hot water heater in the parish hall needed to be replaced unexpectedly. A new phone system and data system is being installed to replace the antiquated system previously in use. Closing prayer - Fred Cowburn Meeting was closed at 9:00 P.M. NOTE: The February Pastoral Council meeting was not held.

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2012

Mark these dates on your calendar:

Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, May 16th May 17th May 18th May 19th 6:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.

Its time for our annual Country Fair. What better way to get involved then to help at the Fair? This is the largest fund raising event held at OLP. The success of the Fair depends on you! All we ask is for you to donate a few hours of your time and have lots of fun while doing it. We would like to get as many people involved as possible. We need your help! PLEASE VOLUNTEER TODAY!!!

Help with clean up Saturday night May 19th at 11:00 p.m. ______ (Volunteer areas needed during fair hours are listed on the reverse side of this sheet) Name: Phone: Email: __________________________ __________________________ _______________________________________________

Please leave this form at the rectory or drop it in the collection basket or mail it to: Debbie Johnston 12 W. 4th St, New Providence, NJ 07974

Come join the Fun!

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2012 Country Fair Volunteer Sign-up Sheet

ADULTS ONLY!
Wednesday
Country Store: Hourly Fifty/Fifty: Inside Raffle: Sell Chances Munchies & More: Kiddie Tent: Giant 50/50: Ride Booths: Sell Tickets 1:00 - 3: 30pm Wheels of Chance And Trailer Workers: Circle your time Preference. 6:00 - 8:00pm 6:00 - 8: 00pm 6:00 - 8: 30pm 3:30 - 6:00pm 6:00 - 8: 30pm 8:00 - 10:00pm 8:00 - 10:00pm 8:30 - 11:00pm 8:30 - 11:00pm Moms Kitchen Work Where needed

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

If someone has already called you to work, there is no need to fill out this form. But if you havent received a call or have not yet signed up to work, please check the boxes for the days and areas that you can help. Then print your full name, phone number and email address on the reverse side. Please return this form to the rectory as soon as possible. Thank you for the many hours that you, our parishioners, school parents and friends, have volunteered for at the Country Fair in past years and we hope to see you working at the Fair again this year.

**Children under 18 who would like to volunteer or need service hours MUST contact Jim or Debbie Johnston at 908-464-1591.**

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The Knights of Columbus

Presents:

The Great American Family Cook Out

Rain or Shine Sunday April 29 2 to 7 PM At The Paca Club
1 William Paca Way (1st Street, New Providence)
Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, Sausage and Peppers, Bratwursts, BBQ Chicken and Pulled Pork Sandwiches Potato and Macaroni Salads, Cole Slaw, Corn on the Cob, Baked Macaroni and Cheese, Green Salad

Draft Beer and Birch Beer, Wine, Lemonade, Iced Tea, Soft Drinks and Mixers

Fun, Family Games, and Music . Horseshoes and a Bocce Tournament All invited $30 per family $10.00 per person (Please bring a dessert or appetizer) RSVP (before April 20) Mike Savage at 908-771-9130 or Savagetunes1@comcast.net