ST. JOSEPH PARISH / PARROQUIA SAN JOSE

Saint Joseph Church   Saint Rose of Lima Church

371 East Main Street Middletown, Delaware 

PARISH MISSION STATEMENT We, the faithful of St. Joseph Parish,

willingly accept our baptismal call to gather and worship as a community,

to proclaim the Word of God, and to serve in the image of Jesus Christ.

MISIÓN DE LA PARROQUIA Nosotros, los fieles de la Parroquia de San José,

aceptamos de buena voluntad nuestro llamado bautismal

a reunirnos y adorar como comunidad, a proclamar la Palabra de Dios,

y a servir en la imagen de Jesucristo.

OUR CHURCHES & SACRAMENT SCHEDULE St. Joseph Church: 371 East Main Street, Middletown, DE, 19709 Saturday Vigil Mass: 5:00 PM Sunday Masses: 7:30, 9:30, 11:30 AM Misa Dominical: 2:00 PM (Español) Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 8:30 AM Reconciliation: Saturday at 4:00 PM

St. Rose of Lima Mission: 301 Lock St, Chesapeake City, MD, 21915 Sunday Masses: 8:00, 9:30 AM Tuesday Mass: 8:30 AM Reconciliation: Sunday at 9:00 AM St. Francis Xavier Shrine: 1604 Church Road, Warwick, MD, 21912 Mass Dates: April 15—4:00 PM, May 20—4:00 PM,

May 28—10:00 AM, Sept 16—4:00 PM, October 28—4:00 PM

COUNCIL EXECUTIVE OFFICERS

Finance Council: John Sanders (410-275-1428) Pastoral Council: Ed Holley (302-378-8081)

301 Lock St. N. Chesapeake City, MD 

Liturgy Notes

Presider’s Intentions This week, our presiders will offer Masses for these intentions: Monday, October 1 St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus 8:30 AM (SJ) Olga Galgano Tuesday, October 2 The Holy Guardian Angels 8:30 AM (SR) Intentions for Sue Cycon on her 99th Birthday Wednesday, October 3 8:30 AM (SJ) George Parker Thursday, October 4 St. Francis of Assisi 8:30 AM (SJ) Alice Thorn Friday, October 5 8:30 AM (SJ) Olga Galgano

Saturday, October 6 5:00 PM (SJ) Marie Nesci Sunday, October 7 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:30 AM (SJ) Cathy Watson 9:30 AM (SJ) Francis H. Quinn 11:30 AM (SJ) Mark DiSabatino 2:00 PM (SJ) 8:00 AM (SR) Jean Lushis 9:30 AM (SR) Annapolis Capital Newspaper Victims

MARRIAGE MOMENTS Bond yourself together as husband and wife. With bringing God into your relationship, you create a three ply cord, giving you the strength that is not easily broken.

MOMENTOS DE MATRIMONIO Unirse como esposo y esposa. Y traer a Dios a su relación, creas un cordón de tres capas, dándote la fortaleza que no se rompe fácilmente.

Rev. Msgr. David F. Kelley, V.C., Pastor Rev. Christopher P. Hanley, Associate Pastor Michael A. Boyd, Sr. Deacon Tim Enright, Deacon David Feaster, Deacon Bob Altmiller, Facilities Manager Peggy Barrow, Business Manager Vidette Benn, Parish Secretary Lauren Cataldi, Organist Jackie Delaporte, Special Assistant, Sacristan Diana Gotthold, Formation Office Rosemary Hadland, Coordinator of Music Ministry Matthew Jewell, Organist Mary Kirk, Director of Religious Education Antonia “Tonie” Vandenberg, Ministerio Hispano Mark Winterbottom, Confirmation Coordinator

GENERAL INFORMATION E-mail: office@stjosephmiddletown.com Website: www.stjosephmiddletown.com

Pastoral Center / Centro Pastoral:

371 E. Main Street Middletown, DE 19709

(entrance on Cleaver Farm Road) 302-378-5800, 302-378-5808 (FAX)

(toll-free from Maryland: 888-433-1874) Ministerio Hispano: 302-378-5805, Ext. 104

Office Hours / Horario de la Oficina: Monday – Thursday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Christ the Teacher Regional Catholic School

2451 Frazer Road Newark, DE 19702

302-838-8850 www.christtheteacher.org

Sr. LaVerne King, RSM – Principal

Pastoral Office Staff

SECOND COLLECTION Next week’s second collection is taken in support of the Little Sisters of the Poor. The Little Sisters of the Poor are an international congregation of Roman Catholic women religious founded in 1839 by Saint Jeanne Jugan. Together with a diverse network of collaborators, we serve the elderly poor in over 30 countries around the world. Continuing the work of Saint Jeanne Jugan, our Mission is to offer the neediest elderly of every race and religion a home where they will be welcomed as Christ, cared for as family and accompanied with dignity until God calls them to himself. Our Vision is to contribute to the Culture of Life by nurturing communities where each person is valued, the solidarity of the human family and the wisdom of age are celebrated, and the compassionate love of Christ is shared with all. Our website is: http://littlesistersofthepoor.org/

La Palabra en Nuestra Vidas 7 de Octubre 2018

XXVII Domingo Ordinario

Primera Lectura: Génesis 2, 18-24 En aquel día, dijo el Señor Dios: "No es bueno que el hombre esté solo. Voy a hacerle a alguien como él, para que lo ayude". Entonces el Señor Dios formó de la tierra todas las bestias del campo y todos los pájaros del cielo y los llevó ante Adán para que les pusiera nombre y así todo ser viviente tuviera el nombre puesto por Adán. Así, pues, Adán les puso nombre a todos los animales domésticos, a los pájaros del cielo y a las bestias del campo; pero no hubo ningún ser semejante a Adán para ayudarlo. Entonces el Señor Dios hizo caer al hombre en un profundo sueño, y mientras dormía, le sacó una costilla y cerró la carne sobre el lugar vacío. Y de la costilla que le había sacado al hombre, Dios formó una mujer. Se la llevó al hombre y éste exclamó: "Ésta sí es hueso de mis huesos y carne de mi carne. Ésta será llamada mujer, porque ha sido formada del hombre". Por eso el hombre abandonará a su padre y a su madre, y se unirá a su mujer y serán los dos una sola cosa.

Salmo Responsorial: Salmo 127, 1-2. 3. 4-5. 6

Segunda Lectura: Hebreos 2, 8-11 Hermanos: Es verdad que ahora todavía no vemos el universo entero sometido al hombre; pero sí vemos ya al que por un momento Dios hizo inferior a los ángeles, a Jesús, que por haber sufrido la muerte, está coronado de gloria y honor. Así, por la gracia de Dios, la muerte que él sufrió redunda en bien de todos. En efecto, el creador y Señor de todas las cosas quiere que todos sus hijos tengan parte en su gloria. Por eso convenía que Dios consumara en la perfección, mediante el sufrimiento, a Jesucristo, autor y guía de nuestra salvación. El santificador y los santificados tienen la misma condición humana. Por eso no se avergüenza de llamar hermanos a los hombres.

Evangelio: Marcos 10, 2-16 En aquel tiempo, se acercaron a Jesús unos fariseos y le preguntaron, para ponerlo a prueba: "¿Le es lícito a un hombre divorciarse de su esposa?" Él les respondió: "¿Qué les prescribió Moisés?" Ellos contestaron: Moisés nos permitió el divorcio mediante la entrega de un acta de divorcio a la esposa". Jesús les dijo: "Moisés prescribió esto, debido a la dureza del corazón de ustedes. Pero desde el principio, al crearlos, Dios los hizo hombre y mujer. Por eso dejará el hombre a su padre y a su madre y se unirá a su esposa y serán los dos una sola cosa. De modo que ya no son dos, sino una sola cosa. Por eso, lo que Dios unió, que no lo separe el hombre". Ya en casa, los discípulos le volvieron a preguntar sobre el asunto. Jesús les dijo: "Si uno se divorcia de su esposa y se casa con otra, comete adulterio contra la primera. Y si ella se divorcia de su marido y se casa con otro, comete adulterio". Después de esto, la gente le llevó a Jesús unos niños para que los tocara, pero los discípulos trataban de impedirlo. Al ver aquello, Jesús se disgustó y les dijo: "Dejen que los niños se acerquen a mí y no se lo impidan, porque el Reino de Dios es de los que son como ellos. Les aseguro que el que no reciba el Reino de Dios como un niño, no entrará en él". Después tomó en brazos a los niños y los bendijo imponiéndoles las manos.

The Word in Our Lives Readings for October 7, 2018 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time

First Reading: Genesis 2:18-24 The LORD God said: "It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a suitable partner for him." So the LORD God formed out of the ground various wild animals and various birds of the air, and he brought them to the man to see what he would call them; whatever the man called each of them would be its name. The man gave names to all the cattle, all the birds of the air, and all wild animals; but none proved to be the suitable partner for the man. So the LORD God cast a deep sleep on the man, and while he was asleep, he took out one of his ribs and closed up its place with flesh. The LORD God then built up into a woman the rib that he had taken from the man. When he brought her to the man, the man said: "This one, at last, is bone of my bones and flesh of my flesh; this one shall be called 'woman, ' for out of 'her man' this one has been taken." That is why a man leaves his father and mother and clings to his wife, and the two of them become one flesh.

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 128:1-2, 3, 4-5, 6

Second Reading: Hebrews 2:9-11 Brothers and sisters: He "for a little while" was made "lower than the angels, " that by the grace of God he might taste death for everyone. For it was fitting that he, for whom and through whom all things exist, in bringing many children to glory, should make the leader to their salvation perfect through suffering. He who consecrates and those who are being consecrated all have one origin. Therefore, he is not ashamed to call them “brothers.”

Gospel: Mark 10:2-16 The Pharisees approached Jesus and asked, "Is it lawful for a husband to divorce his wife?" They were testing him. He said to them in reply, "What did Moses command you?" They replied, "Moses permitted a husband to write bill of divorce and dismiss her." But Jesus told them, "Because of the hardness of your hearts he wrote you this commandment. But from the beginning of creation, God made them male and female. For this reason a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh. So they are no longer two but one flesh. Therefore what God has joined together, no human being must separate." In the house the disciples again questioned Jesus about this. He said to them, "Whoever divorces his wife and marries another commits adultery against her; and if she divorces her husband and marries another, she commits adultery."

Stewardship

Dear Fellow Parishioners, Last week’s offertory collection was $15,224. The collection for Oblate Missions was $4,317.50. Thank you for your continued faithful stewardship. We are pleased to present a copy of the annual parish financial report for fiscal year ended 6/30/2018. As in year’s past, our efforts have remained focused on being transparent, working hard to reduce our debt position, and strengthen our savings. Financial Highlights include the following:

Maintained the offertory and debt reduction payment contribution levels thanks to the support of our parishioners’ ongoing commitment to our parish well-being; Specifically, we achieved further debt reduction by $257,661; We’ve made the capital improvements that include a well-needed new roof on Parish Hall and parking lot repair and sealing using funds from the Sustaining Hope for the Future campaign; Other Sustaining Hope campaign funds were put towards the Music Ministry Office for the planned music room, construction/ retrofitting of handicap accessible bathrooms in St. Rose, and the replacement of a Church Hall classroom heater; As you will see in the financial summary provided, we continue to bolster our savings and investments by placing them in low risk and liquid Certificates of Deposit and Money Market accounts to gain some marginal return while not taking on incremental financial risk; We remain on track to pay off the mortgage for St. Joseph’s Church ahead of schedule (target 2021) without requiring incremental funding of any “balloon” balance; We continue to manage to budget without compromise to our ministries; Achieved another excellent year in net proceeds from our Annual Parish Carnival

We would also like to use this opportunity to provide context to our financial position. Particularly, we realize many continue to hear about our debt reduction and we are grateful for the continued support of the related offertory. As reported in years past, much of our debt position over the past decade was in support of construction of St. Joseph’s Church, however some of you may recall that back in 2009 we pulled funds from our parish reserve accounts to purchase the organ at St. Rose as well as address the desperately needed repairs for the St. Rose steeple, among other things. At that time, we were dismayed to learn that the damage at St. Rose was far worse than expected and if not immediately addressed, the Church building (nearly 150 years old), was at risk of being temporarily shuttered until fixed for safety reasons. It is rewarding to see years later that our parish physical structures and community remain vibrant, made possible only by the strength of our parishioner stewardship. Other Highlights:

Special Collections Bishop’s Annual Appeal-This year the goal for St. Joseph Parish was $113,000. Total pledged came to $145,429, with 19% of those registered participating. Diocesan Collections-Throughout the year, St. Joseph Parish had twelve extra collections that go directly to the Diocese to help fund not only local but worldwide appeals; this past year that amounted to $31,976, a strong and generous contribution for our parish.

Poor Box Donations- The poor box at St. Joseph church collected $13,234, which went to St. Vincent de Paul Society to help those less fortunate in the area. At St. Rose those funds collected amounted to $1,443, which went to Chesapeake City Ecumenical Association to help those in that community. Parish Advisory Committee on Outreach (PACO)- Several years ago, by suggestion of Deacon Fred Wendt, the church made a commitment to enhance our contributions to charitable works that are performed by other non-profit organizations, mostly in our community, but also nationally. As we continue that commitment, the Parish donated $6,000 last year and continues in this worthy cause. Beyond the financials, we shared in many celebrations and special events last year. Highlights include: Welcoming We welcomed 143 new families to our parish last year, for a total of 3020 registered households in our parish.

Please be sure to visit and check out those businesses who advertise in our bulletin. Your support of these sponsors is one way to say thank you for their generosity.

REDNER’S RECEIPTS The CCEA collects Redner’s receipts. Receipts can be put in the collection basket or dropped off at the church or CCEA office. Please submit the whole receipt as partial receipts will not be considered. Refunds from the Redner receipts covers the expenditure for meats purchased by the food pantry staff for our clients. Thank you for your assistance, it is appreciated.

PAT’S PIZZA Pat’s Pizza Family Restaurant, located at 311 N. Broad Street in Middletown, will donate a portion of all receipts we return to them. Please place your saved receipts in the collection basket or drop them off at the parish office. We are blessed that our local businesses continue to support our parish. Please thank them for their generosity when you visit Pat’s.

CPR Electric & Alarm Co., Inc.

for advertising in our parish bulletin.

Sacraments We celebrated 60 baptisms during the past year: 42 infants, 14 children and youth, and 4 adults. We had 92 students who celebrated confirmation. There were 4 people who were welcomed into the Catholic Church through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). About 225 people attended our communal penance services. About 13 people celebrated the Sacrament of the Sick (anointing) either individually. There were 13 couples who were married at our parish. There were 35 funerals that were celebrated during the year. Religious Education There were 554 students enrolled in our parish religious education program, from 1st through 8th grade, and 84 students celebrated First Reconciliation and First Eucharist. Additionally, several adult religious education sessions were offered, covering such subjects as the liturgy and sacraments. Liturgy Many people were involved in all aspects of our liturgical ministries: Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, lectors, servers, ushers, greeters, cantors, choir and accompanists. Along with our clergy they make our liturgies meaningful and spiritual. There are several other noteworthy points, and as always, too many to list here. That is, the vitality and growth of our faith community is demonstrated not only by our solid financial position, but also through the countless hours of volunteerism in our parish, showing that our parishioners take seriously the need to give of themselves to continue Christ’s redemptive work by giving of time, talent, and treasure. The Finance Council aims to repeat last year’s performance as good stewards and members of Christ’s Church. Thank you for your commitment to our parish and Christ’s mission, and may God continue to bestow His blessings upon you and your loved ones. We are humbled to serve on the parish finance council, and we hope that you will see our continued efforts to be faithful stewards of the goods entrusted to our parish.

Charles Benn Marty Desmond Willie Hazzard Tim Hurst Kathy McVay Leonard Minner John Sanders

SHARE IN THE SPIRIT Thanks to everyone who contributed to the diocesan Share in the Spirit tuition assistance collection last week. For those of you who were unable to participate last weekend, you may still contribute to the Share in the Spirit collection for tuition assistance. Please drop your envelope in the collection basket or at the parish office. If you have misplaced your envelope, extras can be found at the rear of the church. This important collection supports the mission and ministry of our Catholic schools by assisting parents who seek a Catholic education for their children but who struggle to afford the full cost of tuition. Your support is gratefully appreciated.

SAINT JOSEPH PARISH CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET

As of June 30, 2018 ASSETS CASH Checking Accounts & Petty Cash $ 1,030 Money Market Accounts 381,386 Savings Accounts 125,649 TOTAL CASH & MONEY MARKETS $ 508,065 INVESTMENTS Certificates of Deposit $ 363,031 TOTAL INVESTMENTS $ 363,031 OTHER ASSETS $ 4,030 TOTAL OTHER ASSETS $ 4,030 FIXED ASSETS Furniture and Fixtures $ 377,177 Land 734,525 Church Buildings 6,757,128 Rectory 144,577 St Joseph Complex Hall 1,955,145 St Rose Hall 60,000 St Rose Cemetery 21,790 St Francis Cemetery 19,080 Land Improvements 68,714 TOTAL FIXED ASSETS $ 10,138,136 TOTAL ASSETS $ 11,013,262   LIABILITIES PAYABLES Accounts Payable $ 2,277 Mortgage-M & T Bank 925,547 TOTAL PAYABLES $ 927,824 OTHER LIABILITIES (Deferred Income) $ 61,700 TOTAL LIABILITIES $ 61,700 FUND BALANCE Unrestricted-Net Operating $ 365,906 Unrestricted-Net Fixed Assets 9,212,589 Restricted-Sustaining the Hope 119,858 Restricted-St. Rose Cemetery Funds 152,281 Restricted-St. Francis Cemetery Funds 173,104 TOTAL FUND BALANCE $ 10,023,738 TOTAL LIABILITIES & FUND BALANCE $ 11,013,262  

SAINT JOSEPH PARISH SUMMARY INCOME STATEMENT

7/1/17-6/30/18 OPERATING INCOME Parish ordinary income $ 1,081,769 Parish special purpose income 174,791 Religious education income 72,588 Cemetery Income 39,508 Diocesan Collections 32,177 OPERATING INCOME $ 1,400,833 OPERATING EXPENSE Clergy/parish ministers/rectory $ 106,105 Administrative expense 150,213 Facilities expense 181,261 Liturgy 77,307 Charity 20,562 Special Ministry expense 47,460 Facility Insurance Premiums 28,748 Employee Benefits & FICA Tax 105,328 Diocesan assessment 119,000 Elementary school assessment 15,000 Capital expense 10,664 Religious education expense 136,628 Mortgage Interest 42,691 Cemetery Expense 33,603 Diocesan Collections 31,976 OPERATING EXPENSES $ (1,106,546) NET OPERATING INCOME $ 294,287 LESS: NON-OPERATING EXPENSES Mortgage Principal payments $ (257,661) Capital Improvements (99,090) Sustaining Hope for the Future ____ (26,137) NON-OPERATING EXPENSE $ 382,888) NET INCOME $ (88,601)

PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE ILL

We remember in prayer all those who are ill, especially: Oremos por los enfermos:

Steven Beardsley, Christine Cavaliere, Debbie DeMichele, Paula Hutchison, Lorraine Mills, Anita Keyton, Kathleen Gaines, Heather Seramone, Mark Whitlock, Jackie Provost, Margaret Cassling, Michele Wallick, Bill Robins, Joseph Nelson, Joyce Storey, Andrew Tonaino, Daisy Pabon, Terrie Dunn, Joan Huhn, Connie Beardsley, and Shelly DiPietrapaul. We also remember in prayer their caregivers and all others in need of our prayers. También recordamos en oración a sus cuidadores y a todos los demás que necesitan nuestras oraciones.

MAY THE ANGELS LEAD THEM

INTO PARADISE Please remember in your prayers our deceased parishioners, loved ones and benefactors.

Grant them eternal rest, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them.

BAPTISM PREP

It is always an exciting time when a family is anticipating the birth of a child, not only for the family but for our parish community as well. There are so many things to think about and prepare for during the months prior to the arrival of your child. One of those things might be the Baptism. Parents are required to attend a two-part Baptism PREP program. We have found that it is easier for the parents if they do this during the second trimester of the pregnancy. We offer our Baptism PREP classes every other month, the next classes will be in October. Classes will be held on the first and third Saturdays at 10:30 AM, October 6 & 20. Registration in the parish is required prior to scheduling Baptism PREP. It is necessary to call the parish office, 302-378-5800, to register for the classes. Please note that Baptism dates will not be confirmed until classes are completed and all information for your sponsors has been received by the parish office. Godparents and/or Sponsors for Confirmation must meet the requirements of Canon Law. The person who will fulfill one of these important roles must: ·Be at least sixteen years of age; · Have celebrated all three Sacraments of Initiation

(Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist); ·Be living a life in harmony with the teaching of the

Church It is the third requirement that most often causes difficulty. It is generally interpreted to mean that a person is registered in a parish and, if married is in a valid marriage. This means that the marriage must have taken place in the Catholic Church or, if celebrated in the church of another denomination the couple must have received permission of the Catholic Church for this to take place. This generally occurs when in the celebration of marriage between a Catholic and a non-Catholic Christian the church of the non-Catholic holds particular significance for the non-Catholic party. In such a case the bishop is asked to grant a dispensation so that the wedding may be considered valid by the Catholic Church. For those who were not married in the Catholic Church and are free to do so (meaning no prior marriages requiring an annulment) they may ask to have a “convalidation” of their marriage. This is generally referred to by most as “having their marriage blessed.” It is worth noting that divorce in and of itself does not make one ineligible to serve as a godparent or sponsor (nor does it exclude one from receiving the Eucharist). The difficulty arises when there is a subsequent marriage without seeking an annulment of one’s previous bond of marriage.

Parish Life

Team 2 will clean on Thursday, October 4 Loretta Williams, Captain 

Pat McTiernan  Anthony Davies Shirley Stafford  Peggie Calvani Ellie Collins  Karen Headley Ed Fitzgerald  Kathy Ursitti Arleen Lyons  Marlene & Jim Jacono Susan Hogan  Joe Ruff Ella Garvine  Joanne Russell Audrey Taylor  Doris Dill Luciana Mufuka  Silvana Sposanto Rose Kossick  Loan Moquin For more information or to volunteer, please call Loretta Williams, 302-378-8635. 

Monday, October 1 8:30 AM Mass in St. Joseph Church 9:30 AM ESL Classes in Rooms 3 & 6 6:30 PM Parent & Child Formation in Office Complex 7:00 PM RCIA in Church Conference Room 8:00 PM Friends of Bill W in Rooms 5 & 7 Tuesday, October 2 8:30 AM Mass in St. Rose Church 7:00 PM Cub Scouts in Office Complex Wednesday, October 3 8:30 AM Mass in St. Joseph Church 9:30 AM Bible Study in Rooms 5 & 7 9:30 AM ESL Classes in Rooms 3 & 6 11:00 AM Seasons of Hope in Rms. 5& 7 5:30 PM Parish Cantors/Schola in St. Joseph Church 6:30 PM St. Vincent de Paul Society in Conference Room 7:00 PM Parish Choir in St. Joseph Church 7:00 PM Knights of Columbus in Parish Hall 7:00 PM Christian Formation Committee in Room 4 Thursday, October 4 8:30 AM Mass in St. Joseph Church 10:00 AM A Matter of Balance in Rooms 5 & 7 6:00 PM Contemporary Ensemble in St. Joseph Church 7:00 PM Spanish Formation in Conference Room 7:00 PM Boy Scouts in Parish Hall 8:00 PM Friends of Bill W in Rms. 5 & 7 Friday, October 5 8:30 AM Mass in St. Joseph Church 9:30 AM Adoration & Benediction 6:00 PM Wedding Rehearsal in St. Rose Church Saturday, October 6 10:30 AM Baptism Prep in Rooms 5 & 7 1:00 PM Wedding in St. Rose Church 4:00 PM Confessions in St. Joseph Church 5:00 PM Mass at St. Joseph Church 6:45 PM Wedding Rehearsal in St. Joseph Church Sunday, October 7 8:45 AM PREP Session 4 in Office Complex 11:45 AM PREP Session 6 in Office Complex 2:00 PM Spanish Mass in St. Joseph Church 3:30 PM Wedding in St. Joseph Church

ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT AND BENEDICTION

Please join us this Friday, October 5 for Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament beginning at the close of the 8:30 AM daily Mass, and concluding with Benediction at 12:00 noon. We encourage you to consider taking this opportunity to spend some quiet time with the Lord. As we need to ensure that at least one person is present with the Blessed Sacrament at all times from 8:30 AM through noon, we invite you to sign-up for a specific time block. Sign-up sheets are available in the church gathering space on the tables beneath the bulletin boards.

ADORACIÓN AL SANTÍSIMO SACRAMENTO Y BENDICIÓN

Este viernes el 5 de octubre tendremos Adoración del Santísimo Sacramento al final de la misa de la 8:30 am y concluyendo con la Bendición a las 12:00 de la tarde. Le animamos a que considere tomar esta oportunidad para pasar un rato tranquilo con el Señor. Como tenemos que asegurarnos de que al menos una persona está presente con el Santísimo Sacramento en todo momento desde las 8:30 am hasta el mediodía, le invitamos a inscribirse para un bloque de tiempo específico. Hojas Suscríbete están disponibles en el espacio de reunión de la iglesia en las mesas debajo de los tablones de anuncios.

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE We offer English as a Second Language classes again this year. Class meets on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:00 AM till Noon. To enroll, please call Antonia Vandenberg, 302-378-5800, ext. 104 or email avandenberg@stjosephmiddletown.com. We are also seeking folks to assist with this program. If you are interested in helping, please contact Antonia., 302-378-5800, ext. 104 or email avandenberg@stjosephmiddletown.com.

CLASES DE INGLÉS Se ofrecen clases de Inglés una vez más este año. Clase se reunirá el lunes y miércoles de 9:00 AM hasta el mediodía. Si desea inscribirse en la clase, póngase en contacto con Antonia Vandenberg, 302-378-5800, ext. 104 o avandenberg@stjosephmiddletown.com. También estamos buscando gente para ayudar con este programa. Si usted puede estar interesado en ayudar, póngase en contacto con Antonia.

This Week In Our Parish

PARENTING POINTERS Maybe you always (or mostly) eat dinner together. Good. If so, talk about something like favorites (food, dessert, place, toy, vacation...) If not, eat together today or as often as possible this week.

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY 302-463-6255

DEDICATED TO THE SERVICE OF THOSE IN NEED IN THE MOT AREA

WEDNESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY Please join us for Bible Study on Wednesday mornings at 9:30 AM in the parish center when we break open the Scriptures for the coming Sunday. We encourage people to share how the readings touch their lives or to sit quietly and listen as others reflect on them. The conversation is easy and informative. Come when and as often as you’d like. If you have questions please call 302-378-5800.

BIBLE STUDY & PRAYER GROUP We are studying the book of Revelations. If anyone would like to join us, our group meets on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Tuesdays of the month at 6:00pm. Please call Jan Faust at 302-584-8703 for more information. All are welcome! A second group, hosted by Ed Sumner & Ellen Losse, meets on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month to discuss the readings for the following Sunday. Please call Ed @ 302-449-2387 or Ellen at 302-449-5532 for directions.

PUNTEROS DE CRIANZA Tal vez siempre (o más o menos ) cenan juntos. Bueno. Si es así, hable de algo como (comida, postre, lugar, juguete, vacaciones favoritas...) si no es así, coma juntos hoy o tan a menudo como sea posible esta semana.

MINISTRY TO THOSE IN NEED Last weekend, we received $234.25 from the Poor Box at St. Joseph. and we received $20.00 from the Poor Box at St. Rose. Thank you for continuing to assist those in need.

CANNED GOODS COLLECTION Next weekend is our monthly canned goods collection to replenish the shelves at the food pantry. Canned goods may be brought to either St. Joseph or St. Rose church. Your donations are taken to the Chesapeake City Ecumenical Association for distribution.

COLECCIÓN DE PRODUCTOS ENLATADOS El próximo de semana es nuestra colección mensual de productos enlatados para reponer los estantes en la despensa de alimentos. Los productos enlatados pueden ser llevados a la iglesia de St. Joseph o St. Rose. Sus donaciones son llevadas a la Asociación Ecuménica de la Ciudad de Chesapeake para su distribución.

CCEA NEWS FRIENDSHIP TEA On October 14, 2018 (Note Date Change) from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM. The cost is $15 per person Location: St. Rose Hall, 301 Lock Street, Chesapeake City, MD 21915

FILL A TRUCK 10 AM – 2:00 PM November 10, 2018 Location: Redner’s Parking Lot, Elkton, MD

Social Concerns Christian Formation 

RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS

Our prayers are being answered each day, as people continue to come forward asking questions about how they can join the church. RCIA is a great way for us to reach out to individuals and families, and encourage them to ask questions and learn more about our faith. Our faith in God informs our hearts. Our trust in God leads us through difficulty. Our love for God’s holy people inspires each of us by the Holy Spirit to invite people to come and see how to join us and receive Christ our Lord in Holy Eucharist. We are a loving, caring, praying and life giving community guided by these values and bonded together by our Lord Jesus Christ. So, go out and see if the people you live with, work with, laugh with and pray with – want to join us.

ELKTON COMMUNITY KITCHEN Our next date to serve at the Elkton Community Kitchen is Friday October 12, 2018. We are planning a menu of Chili, White Rice, Rolls with Butter, Fresh Tossed Salad with Dressing, Fresh Fruit, & Desserts. We are in need of volunteers for the month of October. Please let Linda Ziegler know if you are able to give about 3 hours of your time on October 12 or are able to donate for the menu. You may respond to 908-216-4224 or LMRZIEGLER@VERIZON.NET. A most gracious thank you to all our volunteers that are willing to share your time and food donations. Your efforts and generosity are appreciated by the participants served at the Community Kitchen.