Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time   –
September 19, 2021

This month we are very happy to welcome our choir back to the 10:45 am Choral Eucharist. We are following all the official guidelines to keep everyone safe. If you are interested in choir, please call or email our Director of Music Mr. David P. Tisbert for more information:914-337-1660
stjosephmusicoffice@gmail.com

Mr. David Tisbert, Director of Music and Organist ❖ stjosephmusicoffice@gmail.com

                               The Church of Saint Joseph
                               The St. Joseph School
                    The Best-In-Class - Fundraising Committee

Dear fellow St. Joseph parishioner,
         We’re writing to share some great news about the progress of St. Joseph School and its Best In Class initiative, and to ask for your help as we take the next step on this journey.
          For more than 70 years, St. Joseph School has been one of the finest in the entire Archdiocese of New York. It is an essential part of our parish, producing young adults grounded in the Catholic faith, who go on to some of the finest high schools in the area, and excellent colleges around the country.
           Our pastor, Fr. Peter McGeory, is a proud alumnus (Class of 1963), and a shining example of the type of person this school sends out into the world, year after year: men and women for others, devoted to love of God and neighbor.
             We are thrilled to report that Phase 1 of the Best In Class initiative is well underway. Our new stateof-the-art Technology, Reading and Art Center (TRAC) has been constructed, along with a new cutting-edge Science Lab, plus a relocated and updated Kindergarten classroom. In addition, our new Pre-K program launched this fall.
            The response has been greatly encouraging. We’ve had a 26% increase in enrollment for the 2020-21 academic year, and there’s even now a waitlist for some grades. In Year 1 of Pre-K we already have 27 3- and 4-year-olds, with a wait list of six children on top of that.
            But we’d like to do more, taking advantage of the momentum we’ve already built. Phase 2 will involve modernizing our curriculum to match our newly updated facilities. We have engaged with an educational technology firm to help expand and enhance our curriculum across all grade levels and disciplines. 
            Our faculty, under the leadership of principal Mary Ellen Sanchez, are energized and ready to start implementing these changes. But they will not come without significant costs, on top of the renovations already completed.
             At the beginning of this project, Fr. Peter showed great faith in the school by providing half of the projected $1 million budget up front -- $500,000 directly from the parish. Now we’re trying to raise the other $500,000, and even more if possible, to make sure we can keep improving and remain “Best In Class” for many years to come. Ultimately we’d also like to establish an endowment to provide some financial aid to families who might otherwise not be able to attend our school.
              That’s why we’re reaching out to you, as someone who has been so kind and generous to our parish already, and who clearly cares about its future. The future of our Church rests in our young school children. We hope that you will join us in investing in that future by supporting our Best In Class initiative.                                                Please visit our website, where you can give at the top of the webpage -  or use the attached Donor Page.
Sincerely,
Joe Spillane  (917) 576-5047  spills1117@yahoo.com
Paul Scariano  (917) 559-4009   pscariano@ipjs.com
Fr. Peter McGeory ‘63  (914) 337-1660

Best-In-Class Fundraising Committee Members:
Kieran Darcy, ’92 P’27
Suzanne Giordano, ‘85 P’22 ‘22
Lauren Lugano, ‘89 P’19 ’24 ‘26
Joseph Spillane, Jr., ‘87 P’19, ’22, ’25
Joseph Spillane, Sr., P’87 ’89 ’91 ’96
Paul Scariano, P’15 ’17 ’19 ’21
Jeffrey Ungvary

The Church of Saint Joseph / The St. Joseph School Best-In-Class - Fundraising Committee Donor Page

Click Here to Give to Best-in-Class
Thank you for your support!!

            Today was a tough day for us here at St Joseph’s. We had to say goodbye to our dear Fr Paul. What an impact he made on our parish in less than 18 months! We were uplifted, however, by the prayers of over 50 priests who joined us at Mass and over 2000 who prayed with us virtually.

            I shared this story at today’s funeral. Last Sunday after the 10:45 Mass, a young family with 4 children asked if I could chat with them about the death of Fr Paul. Some of the young ones were really feeling his loss. As we sat together, I asked them what they loved about Fr Paul. One of them said, “he was kind.” Another said, “he was smart.” Yet another commented, “he was holy.” The fourth youngster said, “ he was happy.” We talked a little more and together we offered a prayer for Fr Paul. As they were leaving, I gave them a picture of Fr Paul to take with them to remember him.

            Without knowing it, these 4 youngsters gave the perfect tribute to Fr Paul. A priest of God who selflessly served people for over 40 years in both India and the United States. Yes, he was kind, smart, holy, and happy. This is how we will remember him. May Fr Paul rest in peace and continue to watch over us from his new heavenly home.

Fr Peter

St Joseph’s is a beautiful church. At the tender age of 92, she is getting even more beautiful.
For 7 years now, I have always wanted to have a mosaic of The Divine Mercy to replace the simple print we had. However, we have had lots more pressing, practical, and very expensive projects to do first. Now, thanks to the extraordinary generosity of Ms Sarajane Brittis, we have the mosaic, given in honor of her parents, Dr Anthony & Marianna Brittis. The mosaic was lovingly handcrafted in Italy—just outside Venice-- over the last 6 months and  was just installed last Friday. How blessed we are!  Generations to come will be able to pray before this sacred reminder of God’s infinite mercy.  From all of us at St Joseph’s, “THANK YOU”, Ms Brittis!     

Our priority has always been, and will always be, the safety of our children, our catechists, and staff. Therefore, after reviewing the guidelines provided by the Archdiocese of New York regarding Religious Education for the fall of 2021 and discussing it with Fr. Peter, we will continue with our Home Learning program for the fall of 2021. We will reevaluate in early 2022.

We are happy to announce that we have further streamlined our online registration and payment form.  The NEW required online registration form will be available on our website www.saintjosephreligiouseducation.org  on Wednesday, September 1, 2021. 

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our office via email at stjosephreled@optonline.net, since we continue to work from home at this time.

Youth Ministry:   The Year of Saint Joseph 2021 video. Produced by members of Youth Ministry. Filmed on location at the Church of Saint Joseph.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VqqLB6X1Jek&ab_channel=SaintJosephYouthMinistry

Any high school student or parent that would like to be put on the youth ministry email list, please contact Antoinette Gilligan at stjoesym.gilligan308@gmail.com. All high school students are welcome to become a member.
 

    ADDRESS: 15 Cedar Street Bronxville, New York 10708
    PHONE: 914-337-1660
    FAX:        914-337-1342

    MON - FRI:   9 AM - 4:30 PM 
     SAT - SUN:  9 AM - 3:00 PM    

Mon - Sat:  6:45 - 8:30 - 12 Noon  
Sunday - 8:00am - 9:30 - 10:45 - 12 Noon - 5:00pm 
Vigil Mass: Sat 5:00pm
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Reconciliation -(Confession)
Thursday & Saturday  -  11:00 - 11:30
Temporarily heard in the Sacristy  -  
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The Mon - Sat 6:45  Mass is livestreamed and available to view on Facebook - click on the “ f“  next to the search box at the top of this page     
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---Please remember:
---PRAY for our veterans. Their selfless sacrifices have ensured our many freedoms.
---SUPPORT your parish. St Joseph’s needs your financial help now more than ever. Go to our website and join WE SHARE. It is very simple and the best way to support your parish.
---STAY SAFE and never forget to pray for our caregivers.
--ONE ANOTHER. Continue to be careful, be cautious, be considerate, and be charitable.
God bless, Fr Peter                                                                                       ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

WeShare is an easy to use online giving tool.  
QUESTIONS: Contact WeShare support at 1(800) 950-9952
If you are already registered and wish to tithe:   https://saintjosephsbronxville.churchgiving.com/
 I want to THANK again those of you who have continued to support St Joseph’s by mailing in your contributions or by  joining WE SHARE---electronic giving.
            We hope many more parishioners will  join We Share. It is quick and easy to sign up. Just go to our  website for details. You can make changes at any time. ‘THANK YOU’ for your love and support of  St Joseph’s. 
God bless you,
Fr Peter  

Come back to Community this Fall!

Are you looking for a way to refuel, reconnect and learn more about God? Walking with Purpose, a women’s Catholic Bible study community is the answer! St. Joseph’s Parish will offer two WWP studies beginning September 20th.

No previous bible study experience is needed.

“Touching the Divine” on Mondays at
7:30-9:00 pm on Zoom.
“Touching the Divine” on Tuesdays at
9:30-11:00 am in the Msgr. Scott Room.

The “Touching the Divine” Bible study focuses on the many qualities of Jesus revealed through the Gospel of John. This study draws us into a deeper, loving relationship with Jesus as we reflect on His life and personality. St. John referred to himself as “the disciple whom Jesus loved,” and as we study, John will teach us how much Jesus loves us and how His love is the true satisfaction of our souls. Knowing Christ more intimately, as John did,
will touch your heart and fill you with hope.

“Opening Your Heart” on Tuesdays from
7:30-9:00 pm on Zoom.

The“Opening Your Heart” Bible study is a foundational course that will allow us to examine the core questions we need to wrestle with if we want to experience all that God has for us.                                                                                      ● How can I conquer my fears?
● What is the role of the Holy Spirit in my life?
● What does the Eucharist have to do with my friendship with Christ?
● What challenges will I face in my efforts to follow Jesus more closely?

Class space is limited to 25 women.

For more information about the book required, scheduling, and fees, please contact:

Áine Schenk or Kerri Mulligan at register4wwp@gmail.com


http://walkingwithpurpose.com​​​​​​​