THE TWENTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME-AUGUST 18, 2019
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SAINT JOHN THE BAPTIST CHURCH CHURCH OF SAINTS ANTHONY & JOSEPH
7516 N. Main St. v Newport, NY 13416 229 S. Main St. v Herkimer, NY 13350
Rectory Parish Office: 7514 No. Main St. Parish Office: 344 So. Washington St.
Phone: (315) 845-8017 Phone: (315) 866-6373
Office Hours: Mon. & Wed.10 a.m.—2 p.m. Office Hours: Mon—Thurs 9 a.m.—1 p.m.
Email: stjohnnewport@gmail.com Email: sts.anthonyandjoseph@gmail.com
THE TWENTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME—AUGUST 18, 2019
INSPIRATION FOR THE WEEK
Our baptismal rite instructs the parents and godparents of
the newly baptized children, "May they keep the flame of
faith alive in their hearts." Faith has often been associated
with fire. While fire can be useful and welcomed as a source
of light and warmth, it can also be devastating and destruc-
tive. The Gospel is very much like this. On the one hand,
Jesus speaks of healing, liberty, mercy, and forgiveness. On
the other, he challenges the secular mindset and ideology,
risks opposition, and pushes people out of their comfort
zones. We are more attracted to things that make us feel bet-
ter about ourselves. Equipped with the flame of faith, are we
willing to see the bigger picture and risk popularity and self-
preservation in favor of the kingdom of God?
PASTORAL STAFF
Reverend Quy N. Vo, Pastor
Sr. Michelle Nguyen, D.C, Pastoral Associate for Evangelization
Monica Edwards & Josephine Payne, Bookkeepers Susan Baldwin, Office Manager/Secretary/F.F.C
Liz Fusco, Faith Formation Coordinator for Grades K/1st—6th Michael Young, Finance Manager
Susan Baldwin, Faith Formation Coordinator for Grades 7th-10th Deacon Ron Ste-Marie, Facilities Supervisor
David Hughes, Buildings & Grounds, Maintenance Stephen Gloo & Deborah Sweeney, Trustee
John Butler & Janet Strumlock, Trustees Maureen Harrer, Sacristan
Varnum Harris, Music Ministry & St. John’s Cemetery
Janine Lynch, Sacristan
St. John the Baptist’s Mass Schedule Sts. Anthony & Joseph’s Mass Schedule
Saturday Vigil: 6:00 p.m. Saturday Vigil: 4:00 p.m.
Sunday Mass: 8:00 a.m. Sunday Mass: 10:00 a.m.
Weekday Mass: Mon. & Wed. 9:00 a.m. Weekday Mass: Tues. & Thurs. 8:00 a.m.
Holy Days of Obligation: 9:00 a.m. Holy Days of Obligation: 12:10 p.m.
BAPTISM: To make arrangements, please contact the Parish Office of the parish you belong to.
SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY: Please contact parish office SIX months in advance. One year for those who are under age of
21. Pre-Cana is expected. Wedding dates are scheduled after meeting the Pastor.
SACRAMENT OF THE SICK: Can be administered at any stage of a person’s illness. If possible, one SHOULD NOT wait until
someone is near death before requesting an anointing.
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Sts. Anthony and Joseph’s—Saturday 3:00 p.m.—3:30 p.m., St. John’s–5:25 p.m.–5:50
p.m. on Saturday or by appointment, just call the parish office.
FUNERALS—are held on Monday thru Thursday and Saturday.
SACRAMENT OF HOLY ORDERS—Please contact Fr. Vo at the parish office or Vicar for Vocation Office at (518) 453-6690
THE TWENTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME AUGUST 18, 2019
Dear friends in Christ! Scripture readings for the week of August 18, 2019
May the peace of our Lord Jesus
Christ be with you always! Already we are Sunday: Jer 38:4-6, 8-10/Heb 12:1-4/Lk 12:49-53
at the midpoint in the month of August, and Monday: Jgs 2:11-19/Mt 19:16-22
certainly summer is moving quickly. I hope that you and your family have Tuesday: Jgs 6:11-24a/Ps 85:9, 11-12, 13-14 [cf. 9b]/Mt 19:23-30
a chance to get away. In a few weeks, college students will return to Wednesday: Jgs 9:6-15/Ps 21:2-3, 4-5, 6-7 [2a]/Mt 20:1-16
their perspective colleges for another year of learning and studying. We Thursday: Jgs 11:29-39a/Mt 22:1-14
wish them well in their studies.
Friday: Ru 1:1, 3-6, 14b-16, 22/Mt 22:34-40
Division seems to be the main message for this weekend’s
gospel. It seems odd that Jesus tells the disciples that he brings division Saturday: Rv 21:9b-14/Ps 145:10-11, 12-13, 17-18 [12]/Jn 1:45-51
rather than peace. What kind of division that Jesus is talking about? It is Sunday: Is 66:18-21/Heb 12:5-7, 11-13/Lk 13:22-30 13:22-30
the kind of division when we choose to follow God and keep his com-
mandments. In other words, following God’s commandments and stand- S !. A# $%#& ' J%!()$ F*#+#,*+- C%/#(/
ing up for the truth and gospel message of Christ will cause divisions
within our family and communities. Prophet Jeremiah was sent by God Year to
Collection Collection Year to Date Cumulative
to preach God’s message to the people during the reign of Zedekiah. Date
Date Amount Total Deficit
While preaching God’s message, Jeremiah had faced some difficulties Required
such as being mistreated, scolded, and was not welcoming by the peo- 8/11/19 $2,274.00 $13,092.00 $21,000.00 -$7,908.00
ple, and even death at some point. These challenges did not stopped
Jeremiah from preaching God’s message. His fidelity to God remains The weekly amount needed from collection is approx. $3,500 for the fiscal
steadfast always. Today, our faith in God has been challenged in many year from 7/1/19 to 6/30/20.
different ways. When we choose to walk God’s path and stand up for the
gospel message of Jesus, we will face many obstacles and persecutions. Money Counters—August 19, 2019
However, we know that God is on our side and gives us strength and F. Evangelista, M. Harrer, D. Aloisio
grace to face on our challenges. We must stay focus on the Lord and put
our complete trust in God. Only God can get us through our trails and ST. JOHN’S SACRIFICIAL GIVING
turmoil. May you have a blessed week!
Regular Collection 8/11/19: $1,628.00
Fr. Quy Vo Faith Formation Collection 8/11/19: $362.00
This week’s second collection: Capital Campaign Debt Reduction
THE TWENTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Next week’s second collection: Catholic Home Mission Appeal
Today’s Scripture readings can be found in the Gather Hymnal # 1151 If you are away, please remember the parish with your envelope gift on
Our Prayer’s response is: “Lord, in your mercy, hear us” your return. We appreciate your ongoing support.
WHY DO WE DO THAT? Sts. Anthony and Joseph’s Boiler Fund The cost of the replacement of
CATHOLIC TRADITIONS EXPLAINED the boiler is $64,000.00. As of 8/5/19, we have collected for this fund
$14,925.00. Please help our church to meet this goal and to keep our
Question: If we are all meant to be united in Christ, why is there so much church warm during the winter months.
division in the Church?
Answer: Each Sunday, we profess that we believe in "one, holy, catholic, 2019 Catholic Home Missions Appeal – August 24/25, 2019
and apostolic Church." The Church is indeed one because her source is Strengthening the Church at Home
the Trinity, and she is founded by Christ. The Church also exists in the
fallen world and is made up of fallen people. Sometimes, there are ten- Next week, we will take up the Catholic Home Missions Appeal. Right
sions over what we believe as Catholics. Who is Jesus really? Are we now, over 40% of dioceses in the United States are considered mission
affected by original sin? How do our traditional sexual ethics play out territory because they are unable to fund essential pastoral work in their
amidst medical and technological developments? Doctrinal disagree- communities. Your support of this appeal eases the struggle and assists
ments are rarely just about ideas... they occur within a context. Tensions in forming vibrant faith communities. Please prayerfully consider how you
are influenced by various social and political factors of the time period. can support this appeal.
For example, Martin Luther's attempts at reform gained followers, in part,
as a reaction against poor moral practices within the Catholic Church. “Do you like making a JOYFUL NOISE?? Would you
When the schism between the Eastern Orthodox Church and the Catholic like to SING A NEW SONG UNTO THE
Church occurred in 1028, tensions between the two culturally different LORD?? Valley Voices for Christ is an ecumenical
regions had been brewing for centuries. Division still occurs within the concert choir that has been singing God’s praise for
bounds of the Church today. Oftentimes, this is about pastoral or practi- more than 40 years all over the Mohawk Valley and
cal matters. These questions can vary. Should we incorporate Latin back we are looking for new members and a Sound Techni-
into the liturgy? What is the best way to reach the youth in our parish? cian. We practice on Monday evenings, beginning
These may not be articles of faith, but people have strong opinions about 9/9/19 from 7:00 – 9:00 PM and sing at churches, nursing homes, senior
what ought to be done. We can remember the prayer of Christ - "that all apartments and coffee houses on Sunday and Monday evenings during
might be one" - and do what we can to grow in understanding and re- the Christmas and Easter seasons. For more information, please call
spectful dialogue. MaryJane Baker at 315-733-4736.
ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST PARISH STS. ANTHONY AND JOSEPH PARISH
LITURGICAL MINISTERS—August 17 & 18, 2019 LITURGICAL MINISTERS—August 17 & 18, 2019
Mass Time Saturday 6:00 p.m. Sunday 8:00 a.m. Mass Time Saturday 4:00 p.m. Sunday 10:00 a.m.
Lector G. Choquette J. Butler Lector (s) G. Aceto A. Putney
Cup Minister A. Choquette, R. Hughes C. Coman, S. Butler Cup Ministers D. Sweeney, S. Licari B. Wilczka, J. Key
Next Weekend—August 24 & 25, 2019 Next Weekend—August 24 & 25, 2019
Mass Time Saturday 6:00 p.m. Sunday 8:00 a.m. Mass Time Saturday 4:00 p.m. Sunday 10:00 a.m.
Lector D. Lyman C. McCormack Lector (s) J. Hutchinson M. Trombley
Cup Minister G. Lyman, C. Mead B. Sigona, G. Pryor Cup Ministers C. Gloo, E. Healy C. & A. Putney
ST. JOHN’S NEWPORT MUSIC FOR BOTH MASSES REFLECT AND RESPOND TO THE SCRIPTURE:
Entrance: ALL PEOPLE THAT ON EARTH DO DWELL #853
First Reading—We hear how Jeremiah was persecuted for
Res. Psalm 40: RESPOND & ACCLAIM his prophetic message. Why do you think the prophets suf-
fered so much?
Offertory Hymn: FOR THE BEAUTY OF THE EARTH #633
Second Reading—How is Jesus' suffering on the cross a source of inspi-
Communion Hymn: I RECEIVED THE LIVING GOD #916 ration for you?
Sending Forth: LIFT HIGH THE CROSS #881 Gospel Reading—Why do you think Jesus' words cause so much divi-
sion, even within families?
ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST—BISHOP’S APPEAL 2019
“THANKS TO YOU” STS. ANTHONY & JOSEPH—BISHOP’S APPEAL 2019
“THANKS TO YOU”
Goal: $12,486.00 No. of Gifts: 55
Pledge Amount: $11,430.00 Collect Amount: $8,150.00 Goal: $27,723.00 No. of Gifts: 76
Pledge Amount: $ 14,140.00 Collect Amount: $10,070.00
Bible Study-Psalms the School of Prayer—Discover a rich school of prayer
for all life's circumstances. Experience the transforming power of the respon-
SEASONAL REFLECTION — A Senior's Prayer
sorial psalms in the Mass. Learn how to visualize the psalms in order to em-
power their meditation. Study the many ways the Psalms foretell the life and Good and gracious God,
mission of Jesus. See how the Psalms can empower your prayer to become I thank you for the gift of life.
an honest and personal dialogue with God. Join The Good News Center Bible You have given me so many good things over its course:
Study this fall for Psalms the School of Prayer. In this 11-session study, pre- health of mind and body, friends and family,
senters Jeff Cavins, Tim Gray, and Sarah Christmyer show you how to estab- strengths and weaknesses, sorrows and joys.
lish a deeply personal dialogue with God through the Psalms. Learn how to You have ordained that seasons change and time passes.
meditate fruitfully on the captivating words of the Psalms prayers from God Help me to surrender graciously
that help us pray. Starting Wednesday, September 11th and continuing on to the changing circumstances of my life.
through November 20th, morning sessions are 10 AM-12 PM and evening Help me to accept my weaknesses,
sessions are 6-8 PM. The cost is $25.00 per person, please register by Sep- and to see them as opportunities
tember 2nd by calling 315-735-6210 or visit us at thegoodnewscenter.org. for others to show the love of Jesus.
Make me strong in Your spirit,
RECOGNIZE GOD IN YOUR ORDINARY MOMENTS: Set the Earth on Fire that I may love You all the days of my life. Amen
My wife can get so invested in a sporting event where one of her favorite teams is
playing that she sometimes must leave the room due to the stress. That is heavy-
duty investment! I remember her on the sidelines for our son's soccer games or Faith Formation needs Volunteers in the Fall please
our daughter's lacrosse games. Her emotions were intense, and she cheered call: (315) 866- 6373 or send an email to:
loudly for her children. She never yelled at a referee because it wasn't about sts.anthonyandjoseph@gmail.com. We need teachers
them. It was about wanting to see her children, or her favorite team, achieve and teacher aides. K—6th Classes are every Sunday 8:45
something great. Her passion was fueled by love and her connectedness to a.m. —9:45 a.m. 7th—10th Classes are once a month 3:00 p.m.—ending
something or someone. When we look at our Church, we need to see greater after 4:15 p.m. Mass. Diocesan Policy for those who are working with chil-
passion. Sometimes that passion is there, but many times, we approach our dren and vulnerable adult requires background check and Virtus training.
discipleship as just another aspect of who we have become. It needs to be more
than that. As we call ourselves Christian, we need to "put on Christ" so that a DIOCESAN MARRIAGE JUBILEE—The 47th Annual Diocesan Mar-
world in need sees not us, but Jesus. By being serious about our discipleship and riage Jubilee Celebration will be held Sunday, October 20th, 2019 at
living as transformed Everyday Stewards, we bear witness to the power of Jesus 2:00 PM at The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany. Cou-
Christ. Jesus said in Luke 12, "I have come to set the earth on fire." Those words ples celebrating their 25th, 40th, 50th or other special wedding anniver-
sound pretty emotional to me! If we are to be like him, then we need to set the
saries are invited to attend this celebration. Bishop Edward
earth on fire. We need to be bold and proclaim the Good News without apology.
By our actions of love and justice, we need to show the world that with the Body B.Scharfenberger will celebrate the Mass at 2:00 PM and greet couples
of Christ on earth, it is not business as usual. Surely our emotions about these and their guests at a reception in the gathering area at the Cathedral
things should trump the emotions we have about a sporting event. We need to immediately following Mass. Please register through your parish office or
ask ourselves what truly sets us on fire. by email to Marriage.Jubilee@rcda.org.
Masses for the week of August 17—August 25, 2019
Sts. Anthony and Joseph, Herkimer
SATURDAY, August 17—Weekday in Ordinary Time
4:00 p.m.— Frances Mlekoday Req. Family
SUNDAY, August 18—The Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
10:00 a.m.— Laura Caliguire Req. Pina and Tom Palmiotto
MONDAY, August 19—Saint John Eudes, Priest
NO PARISH LITURGY
TUESDAY, August 20—Saint Bernard, Abbot and Doctor of the Church
8:00 a.m.— Celebrant Intention
WEDNESDAY, August 21—Saint Pius X, Pope
NO PARISH LITURGY
THURSDAY, August 22—The Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary
8:00 a.m.—Diane Bielejec ( Anniv.) Req. Dorothy Gorczynski
FRIDAY, August 23—Saint Rose of Lima, Virgin
NO PARISH LITURGY
SATURDAY, August 24—Saint Bartholomew, Apostle
4:00 p.m.— Karen Czuryla Brittelli Req. Jim and Sue Baldwin
U Virginia Franco (birthday) Req. Family
U Congetta Mineo (birthday) Req. Family
U Maria Giuseppe Req. Mario Stagliano
SUNDAY, August 25—Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time
10:00 a.m.—Vera Lamanna (birthday) Req. Family
St. John the Baptist, Newport
SATURDAY, August 17—Weekday in Ordinary Time
U 6:00 p.m.— Marie Irwin Req. Betsy Newman
SUNDAY, August 18—The Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
U 8:00 am.—For Souls in Purgatory Req. Parishioner
MONDAY, August 19— Saint John Eudes, Priest
NO PARISH LITURGY
TUESDAY, August 20—Saint Bernard, Abbot and Doctor of the Church
NO PARISH LITURGY
WEDNESDAY, August 21—Saint Pius X, Pope
9:00 a.m.—Celebrant Intention
THURSDAY, August 22—The Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary
NO PARISH LITURGY
FRIDAY, August 23—Saint Rose of Lima, Virgin
NO PARISH LITURGY
SATURDAY, August 24—Saint Bartholomew, Apostle
U 6:00 p.m.— Celebrant Intention
SUNDAY, August 25—Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time
U 8:00 am.— Wayne Bagetis Req. George and Nora Reinhardt
Worldwide Marriage Encounter"—"You also must be pre-
pared, for at an hour you do not expect, the Son of Man will
come." Prepare your marriage for the coming of the Lord by
attending a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. The next
Weekends are Oct 18-20, 2019 in ALBANY, NY and Nov 1-3, 2019 in
MANCHESTER, CT. For more information, call Pat & Mary Jo McLaughlin
at 860-315-2127 or visit them at https://wwmectw.org/.
The feast of the Queenship of Mary was
established by Pope Pius XII in 1954. We
learn that the Queenship of Mary has roots in
the Bible. When the angel Gabriel comes to
visit Mary, the angel tells Mary that her son
would receive the throne of David. Mary’s
visitation to Elizabeth, her cousin, reveals to Elizabeth the important role
of Mary in God’s plan. She calls Mary “mother of my Lord.” Because
Mary is the Mother of Jesus who is king, it is fitting that Mary’s Queenship
is shared with the kingship of her Son, Jesus.
In the fourth century, Saint Ephrem referred Mary as “Lady” or
“Queen”. From the eleventh to thirteenth century, hymns that were dedi-
cated and addressed Mary as Queen (i.e. Hail, Holy Queen Enthrone
above). This feast takes place after the celebration of the solemnity of the
Assumption of Mary. In the encyclical To the Queen of Heaven, Pope
Pius XII points out that Mary deserves the title because she is Mother of
God, because she is closely associated as the New Eve with Jesus’ re-
demptive work, because of her preeminent perfection, and because of her
intercessory power. (franciscanmedia.org)
Regina Caeli Prayer
Call: Queen of heaven, rejoice, alleluia.
Response: The Son you merited to bear, alleluia,
Call: Has risen as he said, alleluia.
Response: Pray to God for us, alleluia.
Call: Rejoice and be glad, O Virgin Mary, alleluia.
Response: For the Lord has truly risen, alleluia.
Let us pray….God of life, you have given joy to the world by the
resurrection of your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ. Through the prayers of
his mother, the Virgin Mary, bring us to the happiness of eternal life. We
ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
POPE FRANCIS PRAYER INTENTIONS FOR
AUGUST 2019
Evangelization – Families That families, through their life of
prayer and love, become ever more clearly “schools of true
human growth”.
The sanctuary lamp is given in loving memory of :
Karen Brittelli
Given by Mary Franco
The feast day of St. Bartholomew is August
24. St. Bartholomew was Nathanael, a man of
Cana in Galilee, as some scholars believed.
In John’s gospel, Jesus gave great compli-
ments toward Nathanael “here is a true Israel-
ite. There is no duplicity in him.” (John 1:47b).
When Nathanael asked how Jesus knew him, Jesus said, “I saw you
under the fig tree” (John 1:48b). Whatever amazing revelation this in-
volved, it brought Nathanael to exclaim, “Rabbi, you are the Son of God;
you are the King of Israel” (John 1:49b). But Jesus countered with, “Do
you believe because I told you that I saw you under the fig tree? You will
see greater things than this” (John 1:50b). Nathanael did see greater
things. He was one of those to whom Jesus appeared on the shore of the
Sea of Tiberias after his resurrection (see John 21:1-14). They had been
fishing all night without success. In the morning, they saw someone
standing on the shore though no one knew it was Jesus. He told them to
cast their net again, and they made so great a catch that they could not
haul the net in. Then John cried out to Peter, “It is the
Lord.” (franciscanmedia)
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