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Rev. Lawrence J. Fama, Pastor
Rev. Msgr. Peter J. Zaccardo, Pastor Emeritus
Rev. Kevin Schott, Parochial Vicar
Rev. Jonathan Yabiliyok, In Residence
Deacon Anthony A. Balestrieri
Deacon Joseph L. Mantineo
Angela Connelly, Director of Religious Education
Steven H. Taylor, Music Director
Thomas Viola, Youth Minister
Sr. Barbara Takacs, M.P.F. Principal
St. Peter Academy (Co-Sponsored School)
Website: http://www.olqp.org/
Email: admin@olqp.org
not January 1st. SUNDAY 12/26 10:00am Lit. of the Word for Children
MONDAY 12/27 No Bible Study
Please note: Our Rectory will be RECTORY CLOSED
closed December 27th and 31st TUESDAY 12/28 9:30am Legion of Mary (LR)
through January 3rd 7:00pm Youth Group (S)
WEDNESDAY 12/29 7-9pm Holy Night
THANK YOU! 7:30pm Alive in the Spirit (LR)
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St. Anthony the Hermit / Feast day: December 28
Anthony was born about circa 468 at Valeria in Lower
Pannonia. When he was eight years old, his father died and
Dates Dec. 26th, 2010 through Jan. 2nd, 2011
he was first entrusted to the care of St. Severinus. After the
Sunday - THE HOLY FAMILY OF JESUS, MARY, death of Severinus, an uncle, Bishop Constantius of Lorsch
AND JOSEPH in Bavaria took charge of his upbringing. While in Bavaria,
Anthony became a monk. He returned to Italy in 488 and
Dec. 26th 8:00 am Rauch & McKenna Families
joined the cleric Marius and his companions as a hermit at
10:00 am Donald Fisher Lake Como. However, he gained so many disciples that he
was forced to flee. Anthony then went to Lerins in Gaul and
12:00 pm Mary Birmingham became a monk there. However, he lived only two years at
Monday - St. John, Apostle & Evangelist Lerins before his death, renowned for his miracles and
spirituality.
Dec. 27th 8:30 am People of the Parish
Tuesday - The Holy Innocents, Martyrs Non-gluten hosts
Dec. 28th 8:30 am Louise Kraller (5th Anniversary) A few members of the parish have inquired in regard to
having non-gluten hosts made available to them. Happily we
Wednesday - St. Thomas Becket, Bishop & Martyr now have them. For those who wish to receive Holy
Dec. 29th 8:30 am Mary Brandt Communion with this Altar bread, we ask the following:
Thursday 1. that you contact the rectory and advise us which Mass
you will be attending.
Dec. 30th 8:30 am Luigi Beninca & Family 2. that you see the priest that is having the Mass at least 10
Friday - St. Sylvester I, Pope minutes before hand.
3. that you sit near the front of the church so you can be the
Dec. 31st 8:30 am Penque & Pepe Family first person to receive from the celebrant.
4. if you have called the rectory to let us know that you have
5:00 pm George Tracey
this special need but are unable to attend the Mass you
First Saturday - The Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother have stated, let us know that you will not be present.
of God (not a holy day of obligation this year)
NEW MASS TRANSLATION - Please go to our website
Jan. 1st 10:00 am Our Lady of Fatima & Living & www.olqp.org to view the upcoming changes in the wording
Deceased Members of the of several parts of the Mass. These translations will help the
Rosarians of OLQP English speaking Church to be closer to the original text and
5:00 pm Robert Romano will begin on November 27, 2011.
Marie Valgento would like to thank everyone for their Anyone requesting a Prayer Shawl for a sick person is asked to call the rectory.
kind messages of condolence on the death of her son, If you have a family member who is in a nursing home or rehabilitation
Dr. Robert Valgento. center, please notify the Rectory so we can arrange to visit them.
MASS INTENTIONS / INFORMATION 4
JAN. 2010 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION - rec@olqp.org RESPECT LIFE COMMITTEE
PARENTS ARE THE FIRST TEACHERS OF THEIR CHILD. Abortion is not healthcare because killing is not healing.
For more info: www.prolifealliance.com or outreach@nrlc.org.
Religious Education News
There are no classes on January 2nd. Classes resume Any woman who is pregnant and in need can get help. She
on Sunday, January 9, 2011. Grades 6 and 7 will have never has to feel that abortion is the only option and can find
their retreat on January 9th beginning with 10am Mass. assistance at the following numbers:
The retreat follows in the auditorium until 2pm. All New Jersey law allows a mother who cannot keep a recently
families are reminded to return the form for the born baby to leave the baby at a hospital or a police station, no
Family Lenten Day as soon as possible. This form questions asked.
was mailed to you in December. For information call 877-839-2339.
Post Abortion Healing / 1-877-HOPE 4 ME / rachelsvineyard.org
Crisis Pregnancy Helpline/1-888-4-OPTIONS
Grade 8 Confirmation students are reminded that you Birthright/1-800-550-4900 or 201-845-4646
are required to attend a special session on Sunday
evening, January 9th at 7pm in church. SPIRITUAL LIFE
Protecting God’s Children Workshop - This workshop
New Year's Resolution. The new Church year began
will be offered on January 12th at OLQP at 6:30pm in
on Nov. 28th. Here is a Spiritual New Year's Resolution
the auditorium. Any person who volunteers in a church
that is easy to make. Join Catholic Clergy (Bishops,
ministry which involves children must take this
Priests, Deacons) as well as many Catholic Lay people in
workshop. It is also open to any parishioner who is
reciting the Morning and Evening Prayers from the Liturgy
interested in the topic of preventing child sexual abuse.
of the Hours also known as The Divine Office. There is
Pre-registration is imperative. Call Angela at the
nothing to buy, just go to the web site: http://
Religious Education Office for more information.
divineoffice.org/ where you will find the complete Morning
(201) 845-9545 and Evening Prayers for each day. You can also hear
them recited and if you have iTunes, an iPod or an
BLESSING OF THE SHAWLS DECEMBER 4, 2010
iPhone, you can download them as well. It is a simple
resolution that can have a profound effect on you.
- The Spiritual Life Committee
Junior Youth Group Program - January 2011 PAVING THE WAY - Thank you to all who have
*The Youth Ministry Program will be starting a Junior contributed to our parking lot fund! After the super 50/50
Youth Group Program in January 2011. All parents proceeds, our fund is up to $40,600. We are still short of
and/or parishioners who are interested in helping the goal of $104,500 & welcome donations. Your
should contact Tom Viola.* generosity will be greatly appreciated.
“The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness,
generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. There SOUTHERN ITALY, SICILY & ROME
is no law against such things.” (Galatians 5:22-23) (Palermo, Monreale, Agrigento, Taormina, Pompeii,
Montecassino, Rome and Vatican City)
**Please Look for OLQP Youth Ministry Facebook Page
(see website) ** www.olqp.org October 17-28, 2011
Spiritual Director: Fr. Larry Fama
MINISTRIES Brochures are available (the rectory & website)
Our Parish Ministry Book is available on our website. Marketing Expert Needed!
Please go to www.olqp.org & see all the ministries that are offered.
St. Peter Academy is looking for some fresh ideas to
Bereavement Counseling - It is said that death ends increase marketing efforts and recruitment for the
a life, but it does not end a relationship. There is great school. If you are in the field of marketing, please call
truth in this statement. However, the loss of a loved one St. Peter Academy at (201) 261-3468. We need your
can bring great pain. Our Lady Queen of Peace’s expertise! Please join us in this effort.
Bereavement Ministry will begin its Fall session in a few
weeks. If you wish to join our small group or would like FOR SALE
information, please contact Deacon Joe at: 1998 Chevy Lumina in good condition. Blue book value
201-845-9566 or email him at: JLMantineo@aol.com. is over $3,000. Asking $3,000. Please call Rectory if
interested and ask for Susan or Joe Jameson.
Deacon Joe’s Bible Study (Normally on Monday)
Meets mornings & evenings. New members are welcome
at any time. For information on days, times, and locations, Archdiocese of Newark
call Deacon Joe at (201) 845-9566. Vocation Discernment Retreat
Our Lady of Fatima Pilgrim Statue Program What is God asking you to do with your life? What gives
The Legion of Mary of OLQP has begun the your life meaning? Is Christ calling you to a life of
Pilgrim Virgin Home Visitation Program. Countless service as a priest? Would you give up one weekend to
blessings can be poured down upon your family & join others who are also trying to discover the answers
friends by praying the Rosary and asking our to these questions? If so, please join us for this time of
Blessed Mother’s intercession. For information or to prayer, reflection, discernment, friendship and support.
schedule a visit, call Grace at 201-843-4497.
JANUARY 7, 8, 9 2011
Please patronize our advertisers, and when you do, CARMEL RETREAT HOUSE, MAHWAH, NJ
let them know you saw their ads
in our parish bulletin! Archdiocese of Newark Vocations Office
Rev. John D. Gabriel, Director - Gabriejo@rcan.org
For bulletin submission 973-497-4365 for more information and registration.
Please e-mail olqpbulletin@gmail.com by Thursday Cost for weekend is $100 (scholarships available) and
for it to be in the following Sunday (a week later). participants must be 18 years or older.
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JANUARY 2011 (A) Auditorium / (CH) Church / (C) Convent / (LR) Lower Rectory / (S) School
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NO RELIGIOUS ED. PARISH OFFICES 9:30a Legion of Mary 7:30p Alive in the Spirit 7:00p Adult Choir 9:00a Eucharistic
CLASSES CLOSED (LR) (LR) Adoration
EPIPHANY MASSES 3:15p Confirmation Catechist 7:30p St. Pio Prayer
8, 10, 12n Class Meeting (LR) Service
7:00p Choir Practice
11:00a Children's Choir 7:15p RCIA / RCIC 7:30p Bingo
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8:30a Religious Ed. 9:30a Bible Study- 9:30a Legion of Mary 6:30p Protecting God's 7:00p Adult Choir 5:00p Catholic
Classes Deacon Joe (LR) (LR) Children Workshop Schools Week
11:00a Grades 6 & 7 6:30p Rel. Ed. Family 7:15p RCIA / RCIC 7:30p Alive in the Spirit Spiritual Life St. Peter
Retreat Catechesis Meeting Student at all
Masses
1:30p Baptism Prep 7:00p A & E Take Down 7:30p Bingo
Decorations
7:00p Grade 8 7:30p Bible Study- New Energies
Speaker (CH) Deacon Joe (S) Mtg.
16 17 18 19 20 21 22
8:00a Catholic PARISH OFFICES 9:30a Legion of Mary 9:30a Grades 4 & 5
Schools Week CLOSED (LR) Retreat
St. Peter 9:30a Bible Study- 7:15p RCIA / RCIC 7:00p Adult Choir 7:30p Bingo
Student at all Deacon Joe (R)
Masses
8:30a Religious Ed. 7:30p Bible Study- 7:30p Alive in the Spirit Prayer Shawl
Classes Deacon Joe (S) Mtg. (LR)
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8:30a Religious Ed. 9:30a Legion of Mary 7:00p Adult Choir 9:00a Confirmation
Classes (LR) Retreat
7:15p RCIA / RCIC 7:30p Alive in the Spirit
7:00p Grade 8 Speaker 7:30p Bingo
(CH)
7:30p Bible Study- Pastoral 6:00p Pizza for
Deacon Joe (S) Council (LR) Confirmandi
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8:30a Religious Ed. 9:30a Bible Study- 9:30a Legion of Mary 9:00a Eucharistic
Classes Deacon Joe (LR) (LR) Adoration
6:30p Rel. Ed. Family 7:15p RCIA / RCIC 7:30p Alive in the Spirit 7:30p Bingo
Catechesis (LR)
7:30p Bible Study-
Deacon Joe (S)
PARISH MEMBERSHIP:
New Parishioners are requested to register in the Parish as soon as possible. Please notify the Parish office
of any changes in address and phone number.
Name ___________________________________ Check
Address _________________________________ ______ I wish to receive a registration form
Town ___________________________________ ______ I have a change of address
Phone # _________________________________ ______ I am moving out of the parish
Please cut out and return to the Parish Rectory or place in the basket.
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