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HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE
Monday, April 3rd
Mass at 6:30 am & 8:00 am
Chrism Mass at 7:00 pm at St. John’s the Baptist Cathedral, Paterson
The Blessing of oils and the renewal of Priestly ordination vows takes place.
Tuesday, April 4th
Mass at 6:30 am & 8:00 am
7:00 pm – Penance Service
Wednesday, April 5th
Mass at 6:30 am & 8:00 am
The Easter Triduum
Holy Thursday, April 6th
Morning Prayer – 9:00 am
Mass of the Lord’s Supper at 7:00 pm
(followed by adoration until 10:00 pm)
Good Friday, April 7th
Morning Prayer – 9:00 am
Stations of the Cross at 12:00 pm in Church
Stations of the Cross at 3:00 pm at St. Cecilia’s Cemetery
Celebration of the Lord’s Passion at 5:00 pm
Celebration of the Lord’s Passion at 8:00 pm
(Vietnamese Community)
Holy Saturday, April 8th
Morning Prayer – 9:00 am
Blessing of Easter Food – 1:00 pm and after the Easter Vigil
Easter Vigil Mass – 8:00 pm
Easter, April 9th
Easter Sunday – Regular Sunday Schedule:
8:00 am, 9:15 am, 10:45 am, 12:15 pm & 5:00 pm (Vietnamese)
Divine Mercy Sunday, April 16th
Regular Sunday Mass Schedule
Divine Mercy Devotion 1:30 pm - 3:00
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BEWARE OF FAKE EMAILS & TEXT MESSAGES
Be on the alert of scams which say they are from me. THEY ARE NOT!!! Please call me at the office (973.627.0313x12) if you have doubt about a text, email, etc, which is supposedly from me asking for money, gift cards, etc. PLEASE DO NOT BE FOOLED!!! Fr. Zig
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mass times
Weekends:
Saturday: 4:30 pm, 7:00 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am, 9:15 am,
10:45 am and 12:15 pm
5:00 pm (Vietnamese)
Holydays:
Vigil: 4:30 pm
Day: 6:30 am, 8:00 am & 7:00 pm
Weekday Schedule:
Monday - Friday
6:30 am & 8:00 am
Saturday:
8:00 am followed by Novena
Confessions:
Saturday 3:30 pm to 4:00 pm
and 6:15-6:45 pm (when Mass is celebrated in the church) &
Monday during Holy Hour
7:00 - 8:00 pm
Holy Hour:
Monday: 7-8pm
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Sunday Bulletin
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Welcome To Our Catholic CommunityRev. Sigmund Peplowski
PASTOR
Rev. Mateusz Darlak
PAROCHIAL VICAR
Mrs. Janet Maulbeck
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR
AND YOUTH PROTECTION/SAFE
ENVIRONMENT COORDINATOR
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divine mercy academy registration
Divine Mercy Academy in Rockaway is a Catholic elementary school offering a comprehensive Pre-K through 8th grade faith-based education. We offer full-day Kindergarten; full & half day Pre-K; after-care; STEM-based education; School Counselor; foreign language; music programs; extracurricular activities; and are AdvancED accredited. We are currently providing full-day, in-person instruction, with a livestreamed remote learning option.
Our mission is to provide an academically excellent Catholic education, and to instill within our students the virtues of mercy and compassion, forming them as true disciples of Jesus Christ.
If you would like more information, please call 973-627-6003 or email [email protected].
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PARISH OFFICE HOURS
Monday thru Thursday: 8:30 am to 4:00 pm
Friday: 8:30 am to 2:00 pm
Closed for lunch: 12:00 to 1:00
Summer Hours (Starting 1st Friday in June & ending Labor Day weekend):
Monday thru Thursday: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm (Closed for lunch: 12:00 - 1:00)
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THE BEAUTY, RECONCILIATION, HOPE AND PROMISE
OF OUR CATHOLIC FAITH IN CHURCH
In these difficult times, it is when you go to church that you know you are home. When all the bad, difficult, unhappy and tragic things happening in our world and around us are silenced by the walls of our church, we are given hope, love, comfort and understanding. It is when you go to church that you gain your strength to go forward to meet your goals, challenges, solve your problems and believe in the healing strength and love of our Lord.
Take this strength of faith and prayer given to you each Sunday at mass and keep it within your heart and soul until you return to Church to resume your faith and devotion to our Lord and know...he is always with you.
God Bless You!
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FROM THE PASTOR
Welcome to Saint Cecilia Website! Here you can catch a glimpse of our wonderful parish community which celebrates and shares its faith in our lord and savior Jesus Christ.
Let me tell you just a little of what you will find on our website. I invite you to click onto our “staff page” so that you can see the dedicated people who join with me in providing pastoral care and leadership in our parish and school. These collaborators of mine will be happy to speak with you and assist you.
Our worship and sacramental life is our most cherished activity. In our liturgical gatherings we praise God for the gift of his Only Begotten Son, Our Savior, Jesus Christ and seek union with him in the sacred mysteries we celebrate. We offer a variety of mass times to celebrate the Lord’s Day and to pray each day.
We understand that our faith formation is a life-long process and therefore provide religious education opportunities for both children and adults. Please be sure to check out our program and know that you are welcome to join with us as we deepen our knowledge and share our faith in Christ the Savior.
There is much more to find here so I invite you to check the other tabs so that you may have a better vision of Saint Cecilia Parish, this community is rich in faith and good works. I pray that you may be called to join us by the spirit of Him who raised Jesus from the dead.
“Grace to you and peace from God our father."
Fr. Sigmund Peplowski (Fr. Zig)
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News
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March 15The parish mission has been rescheduled to Monday and Tuesday, May 22 and 23. Bishop Emeritus Arthur Serratelli will serve as the speaker at the evening service which will begin at 7 o’clock. Plan to join us for this time of spiritual renewal.Read More
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February 16The Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) will be held on Mondays: February 27-March 27, from 7:00 pm -8:30 pm in every parish in the Diocese of Paterson. This is a wonderful opportunity to come to Confession as a family or to invite a friend who you know has not had the opportunity to go to Confession in some time. Don’t be afraid! Information will be provided. Ask the priest to help you. Experience the gracious mercy of God! www.WelcomeHomeToHealing.orgRead More
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February 16Every Friday evening during Lent Stations of the Cross are prayed in the church at 7 o’clock beginning on Friday, February 24th. Please join us on the prayerful journey to Calvary where Jesus gave His life for our salvation.Read More
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February 16The Holy Season of Lent begins on Wednesday, February 22nd. Holy Masses on this day will be celebrated in the morning at 6:30 and 8 o’clock. The evening Mass will be celebrated at 7 o’clock. Ashes will be distributed at all Masses including the Liturgy of the Word service which will take place in the afternoon at 4:30. Let’s begin the holy season in church!Read More
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February 8You are invited to participate in the 5 week “Lenten Challenge” which will take place on the Thursdays of March ( 2,9,16,23,30). We begin at 6:30 pm SHARP with soup and bread; followed by one of a 5 part video “No Greater Love”; followed by discussion and concluding with Night Prayer from the Liturgy of the Hours. We will conclude by 8:15 p.m. All are welcome to attend. Make this Lent a holy experience, join us for fellowship and prayer!Read More
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February 8A Lenten parish mission will take place over two nights, Monday and Tuesday, March 13 and 14th. The speaker will be Bishop Emeritus Arthur Serratelli. The service will begin each night at 7 o’clock. Join us for the Bishop’s powerful message which is sure to inspire us during the holy season.Read More
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Hosana in the highest! Easter Egg Hunt
Hosana in the Highest!
Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 1st
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Our third parish faith, food and fun event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, April 1st beginning at 11:00 a.m. and concluding at 1:00 p.m. This gathering will include a presentation on the Christian tradition of the Easter Egg and Saint Mary Magdalene. A deluxe Easter egg hunt for the kids will take place on the parish grounds with lunch to follow. A variety of treats will be available along with a FREE mini tricky tray of Easter goodies and much more.
Registration is a must! Please click the image below to RSVP or call the parish office to save your spot.
*In the event of inclement weather the event will be postponed until the week of April 10-14. An email and FLOCKNOTE will be sent out to registrants to inform them of the new day and time.
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Lenten Challenge!
Lenten Challenge
Hayes Hall every Thursday night in March!
6:30 – Free bread and soup!
7:00 – Video presentation, “No Greater Love: A Biblical Walk
Through Christ's Passion” from Ascension
7:30 – Small Group Discussion
8:00 – Liturgy of the Hours (Night Prayer)Click the image below to RSVP!
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HALLOW is here!
Hallow is the #1 Catholic prayer app available!
We have recently purchased 1,000 'Holy Day' subscriptions from Hallow. Hallow is a wonderful resource with lots of amazing content to help you in your daily prayer life.
To claim your free subscription to Hallow (Christmas to Easter) follow the instructions below. No credit card required!
This is available to the first 1,000 people who sign up. Don't wait! Sign up now and enjoy the wonderful prayer, music, meditations, podcasts, and teachings available
Questions or trouble gaining access, please contact Jim Clancy at [email protected]
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INSTRUCTIONS:
** It is easiest to complete step 1 on a computer or laptop, and to complete step 2 on your phone or tablet.
Step 1)
Click the Hallow logo below and then type in the search box "St Cecilia Rockaway". Then click on our parish. Choose "continue with email". That should redirect you to a page that will ask for your name, email address, and to create a password. Once you fill this out, you are now subscribed!
Step 2)
Then you can download the Hallow app on your phone or any device. Open the app and click "continue with phone or email", then put in the email and password from step 1. Then you should be all set!
** If you previously had Hallow you might need to log out of the app and restart before you log in with the new subscription.
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Today's Readings
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protecting god's children - volunteer requirements
The Diocese of Paterson requires all volunteers and/or employees who have regular contact with children, minors or vulnerable adults be approved to work by completing the following steps:
In order to ensure our children are in a safe environment our Diocese requires the following safe environment compliance procedures be followed before our volunteer are allowed to work with children:- Complete an online background check though Selection.com known as Fastrax
- Read, understand and acknowledge a Pastoral Code of Conduct
- Attend a 3 hour Virtus live training program entitled “Protecting God’s Children” within the next 30 days
The process to complete these requirements have been streamlined into one registration interface. Simply go to www.virtusonline.org to begin the registration process and click “FIRST TIME REGISTRANT”. It takes less than 10 minutes to complete and we ask that you complete all steps during the process. Please be sure to use your legal name when registering, no nick names please.
Step by step registration instructions can be viewed at Virtus Online Volunteer Instructions if you would like to view prior to beginning the registration process.
