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December (Week 1 ) THEME: Our salvation is at hand when we live in holiness as we prepare for Christ’s coming. PROMISE: “For our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed.” (Romans 13:11b) DIRECTIONS: Practice discipline in prayers, reconciliation and in receiving the Holy Eucharist. WORD: Is 11:1-10/ Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17/ Rom 15:4-9/ Mt 3:1-12 |
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30TH ANNIVERSARY OF BLD NEWARK
Happy the chosen ones you bring to dwell in your courts, May we be filled with the good things of Your house, the blessings of Your holy temple. ~ Psalm 65:5 Please join us in celebrating the 30th Anniversary of BLD Newark on Friday, February 10, 2023, at 7:00 PM At the Church of St. Anne in Garwood, NJ. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be officiated by His Eminence, Cardinal Joseph William Tobin. RSVP through this link: https://forms.office.com/r/HjH1AR1Lwj Please submit completed form by December 23, 2022. Reservations received after this date will be subject to availability of seats. |
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Advent Preparation Be transformed as a disciple of Christ
The Teaching Ministry is inviting you to join us in preparation, through prayer and reflection.
Watch this 4-Part Video Series led by Scripture scholar,
Dr. Sri “In His Likeness” (Be transformed as a disciple of Christ)
offered by Augustine Institute.
When: Every Monday night @ 7pm starting Nov. 28, Dec. 5, Dec. 12 & Dec. 19
Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4215094856?pwd=eVJhcjhzZFE4Qk50aDUwZHlHWXIvQT09
Zoom ID: 421 509 4856
Passcode: JESUS
What does it mean to be a disciple of Christ?
In this opening session, "In the Dust of the Rabbi", we explore the call of Jesus to follow Him as we ask,
“What am I made for ?” and "Where am I right now?”
The Teaching Ministry is inviting you to join us in preparation, through prayer and reflection.
Watch this 4-Part Video Series led by Scripture scholar,
Dr. Sri “In His Likeness” (Be transformed as a disciple of Christ)
offered by Augustine Institute.
When: Every Monday night @ 7pm starting Nov. 28, Dec. 5, Dec. 12 & Dec. 19
Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4215094856?pwd=eVJhcjhzZFE4Qk50aDUwZHlHWXIvQT09
Zoom ID: 421 509 4856
Passcode: JESUS
What does it mean to be a disciple of Christ?
In this opening session, "In the Dust of the Rabbi", we explore the call of Jesus to follow Him as we ask,
“What am I made for ?” and "Where am I right now?”
2022 HOLIDAY VIRTUAL TRICKY TRAY
BLD Newark's Family Life Apostolate is raffling off some exciting holiday gift baskets to raise funds for its annual
Family Encounter Weekend on July 28-30, 2023.
Tickets are only $10 each, and all winners will be announced before Christmas.
Raffle tickets available for purchase from:
Sunday, December 4, 2022 through Wednesday, December 21, 2022.
Winners will be drawn on Thursday, December 22, 2022.
https://www.FEfundraising.com/
Basket #1: No K-Drama for Yo’ Mama - value: $180
Basket #2: Unbound & Free - value: $240
Basket #3: The Collector’s Cash Money - value: $275
Basket #4: Rise & Grind - value: $195
Basket #5: Techie Traveler - value: $270
Basket #6: Mystery Gift - value $100
We put a lot of love into curating these baskets, so it would be cool to see you win one of them!
Thanks for your support!
BLD Newark's Family Life Apostolate is raffling off some exciting holiday gift baskets to raise funds for its annual
Family Encounter Weekend on July 28-30, 2023.
Tickets are only $10 each, and all winners will be announced before Christmas.
Raffle tickets available for purchase from:
Sunday, December 4, 2022 through Wednesday, December 21, 2022.
Winners will be drawn on Thursday, December 22, 2022.
https://www.FEfundraising.com/
Basket #1: No K-Drama for Yo’ Mama - value: $180
Basket #2: Unbound & Free - value: $240
Basket #3: The Collector’s Cash Money - value: $275
Basket #4: Rise & Grind - value: $195
Basket #5: Techie Traveler - value: $270
Basket #6: Mystery Gift - value $100
We put a lot of love into curating these baskets, so it would be cool to see you win one of them!
Thanks for your support!
THE 30TH ANNIVERSARY COFFEE TABLE BOOK
The Bukas Loob sa Diyos (BLD) Newark is celebrating its 30th Anniversary! In commemoration of this occasion, we are publishing a souvenir journal/coffee table book that will include advertisements, greetings and announcements, narratives of personal experiences in BLD, stories in pictures, and more. We expect the distribution of books by the first or second week of December, in time for your Christmas greetings. And, congratulating your kids and grandkids for a job well done can never be too late. So, we invite you to be a part of this, and make it the book about YOU and BLD!
Your donation in the journal will help BLD, a non-profit organization, in its mission of evangelization through encounters (Marriage, Solo Parents, Singles, Youth and Family Encounters) and retreats (Life in the Spirit Seminar) and in its outreach programs, which include medical mission, soup kitchen, nursing home visitation, and other charitable works.
We thank you for your generosity, and truly appreciate your support in this undertaking. We wish you success in all your endeavors. May the peace of Jesus be with you always. God bless.
Sincerely,
THE 30TH ANNIVERSARY COFFEE TABLE BOOK COMMITTEE
The Bukas Loob sa Diyos (BLD) Newark is celebrating its 30th Anniversary! In commemoration of this occasion, we are publishing a souvenir journal/coffee table book that will include advertisements, greetings and announcements, narratives of personal experiences in BLD, stories in pictures, and more. We expect the distribution of books by the first or second week of December, in time for your Christmas greetings. And, congratulating your kids and grandkids for a job well done can never be too late. So, we invite you to be a part of this, and make it the book about YOU and BLD!
Your donation in the journal will help BLD, a non-profit organization, in its mission of evangelization through encounters (Marriage, Solo Parents, Singles, Youth and Family Encounters) and retreats (Life in the Spirit Seminar) and in its outreach programs, which include medical mission, soup kitchen, nursing home visitation, and other charitable works.
We thank you for your generosity, and truly appreciate your support in this undertaking. We wish you success in all your endeavors. May the peace of Jesus be with you always. God bless.
Sincerely,
THE 30TH ANNIVERSARY COFFEE TABLE BOOK COMMITTEE
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BLD PRAISE AND WORSHIP
Fridays at 8 pm
Church of St. Anne
325 Second Avenue,
Garwood, NJ 07027
Dear Brethren:
May the peace of Jesus Christ be with you all!
We wish to inform you that the Church of St. Anne in Garwood, NJ has opened its doors, and welcomes the BLD Newark community with enthusiasm.
As we proceed with our move from DMP to our new house of worship, here are some information you may find useful:
We thank Fr. Alex and DMP for providing BLD a home for 17 years where we witnessed the formation and transformation of God’s disciples.
Let us continue to espouse the spirit of our traditional bayanihan – with love, patience and understanding - as we proceed with our bahay-lipatan, and come to see fresh opportunities to build and make the community stronger and closer together.
“For I know well the plans I have in mind for you, says the Lord, plans for your welfare, not for woe! plans to give you a future full of hope.”
(Jeremiah 29:11)
God’s blessings to us all!
Fridays at 8 pm
Church of St. Anne
325 Second Avenue,
Garwood, NJ 07027
Dear Brethren:
May the peace of Jesus Christ be with you all!
We wish to inform you that the Church of St. Anne in Garwood, NJ has opened its doors, and welcomes the BLD Newark community with enthusiasm.
As we proceed with our move from DMP to our new house of worship, here are some information you may find useful:
- The First Friday Mass on November 4 will be celebrated @ the Church of St. Anne.
- Address: 325 Second Avenue, Garwood, NJ 07027. It is situated between Cedar and Walnut Streets. Telephone Number: 908 789-0280.
- Parking is @ the back of the Church, and can be accessed through the side of the Church, or off North Avenue (Route 28). Across the parking lot is a plaza, where CVS, Wendy’s and other stores can be found.
- Garwood may not be a familiar town, though it’s surrounded by places that may be known to many of us. To the north are Westfield and Cranford; and to the south, Clark, Rahway, and Linden.
- Coming from the Garden State Parkway North, your GPS may lead you to Exit 137, and from GSP South, to Exit 135.
We thank Fr. Alex and DMP for providing BLD a home for 17 years where we witnessed the formation and transformation of God’s disciples.
Let us continue to espouse the spirit of our traditional bayanihan – with love, patience and understanding - as we proceed with our bahay-lipatan, and come to see fresh opportunities to build and make the community stronger and closer together.
“For I know well the plans I have in mind for you, says the Lord, plans for your welfare, not for woe! plans to give you a future full of hope.”
(Jeremiah 29:11)
God’s blessings to us all!
HEALTH AND SAFETY GUIDELINES
Update: “CDC signs off on new COVID-19 boosters”
What You Need to Know... (as of November 2022)
Click below to know the latest status of covid cases in the communities. You can search by county and be given clear direction on infection control.
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Please note: we finally are seeing significant de-escalations in infection prevention and control from CDC, considering the hospitalizations and deaths across the nation have been low.
Click below to know the latest status of covid cases in the communities. You can search by county and be given clear direction on infection control.
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Please note: we finally are seeing significant de-escalations in infection prevention and control from CDC, considering the hospitalizations and deaths across the nation have been low.
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As a supplement to our CDFP training, the Teaching Ministry is excited to offer this free resource. FORMED is a streaming service that everyone can avail and be informed of their Catholic faith. The Teaching Ministry will give guidance on how, why and what to watch. The Sacramental Teachings are very important including knowing the Real Presence of Jesus during Mass, the importance of the Sacrament of Marriage, co-habitation for our single members, etc. and many other Catholic Social Teachings. Please click on the image to subscribe. Enter Divine Mercy, Rahway in the search box. |
Arise! The Spirit is Alive!
Last Saturday, Fr. John Gordon addressed the BLDNewark Community and fanned its spirit into flames after eighteen months of separation. By reminding us of what the Baptism of the Holy Spirit means and what its core characteristics are, he made us realize our identity as a charismatic community rich in gifts and prayerful members once again. He recalled his own journey as one baptized in the spirit 46 years ago, which marked him with the love for Scripture, desire to be with like souls,hunger for prayer, evangelistic zeal and especially JOY! Fr. Gordon energetically led us in the realization that we are in the challenging phase of our faith and that we must use our gifts to bring forth Jesus in numerous hearts by having Him in ours first. He asked us to eliminate fear and doubt as they are not of the Spirit. Read more... (CN August 20, 2021)
Last Saturday, Fr. John Gordon addressed the BLDNewark Community and fanned its spirit into flames after eighteen months of separation. By reminding us of what the Baptism of the Holy Spirit means and what its core characteristics are, he made us realize our identity as a charismatic community rich in gifts and prayerful members once again. He recalled his own journey as one baptized in the spirit 46 years ago, which marked him with the love for Scripture, desire to be with like souls,hunger for prayer, evangelistic zeal and especially JOY! Fr. Gordon energetically led us in the realization that we are in the challenging phase of our faith and that we must use our gifts to bring forth Jesus in numerous hearts by having Him in ours first. He asked us to eliminate fear and doubt as they are not of the Spirit. Read more... (CN August 20, 2021)
BLD Newark welcomes its new Spiritual Director
Cardinal Tobin appoints Fr. Joseph Meagher
from St. Antoninus Parish on July 9, 2021.
Read more... (CN July 23, 2021)
BLD Newark holds an a-ME-zing weekend!
Victory was once again proclaimed, this time through the lives of these nine couples: Vincent & Cielo Flores, Eloy & Lyn Magno, Nelson & Diana Torna, Bernard & Jenny Caleon, Herme & Rhodora Santayana, Penny & Sally Sambilay, Ezequiel &Carmel Jerome, Craig& Zenia Carey, Lauro & Harriet Ramos. They attended BLD Newark’s latest retreat, Marriage Encounter #53, which was held last weekend on October 26 and 27 at the Sacred Heart Retreat Center in Newton, NJ. Read more... (CN November 1, 2019 )
Victory was once again proclaimed, this time through the lives of these nine couples: Vincent & Cielo Flores, Eloy & Lyn Magno, Nelson & Diana Torna, Bernard & Jenny Caleon, Herme & Rhodora Santayana, Penny & Sally Sambilay, Ezequiel &Carmel Jerome, Craig& Zenia Carey, Lauro & Harriet Ramos. They attended BLD Newark’s latest retreat, Marriage Encounter #53, which was held last weekend on October 26 and 27 at the Sacred Heart Retreat Center in Newton, NJ. Read more... (CN November 1, 2019 )
Nine families experience a life-changing weekend at FE #26
The most recent FE was held at the Malvern Retreat House in Pennsylvania this past weekend, July 26-28, 2019. Despite having many tasks to accomplish and being of many different backgrounds, the members of the sponsoring class of FE #25 made a commitment to ensure the success of the weekend. Their goal was to bring the nine families of FE #26 together to work on their relationships, away from the pressures of their everyday lives. Read more... ( CN August 2, 2019)
The most recent FE was held at the Malvern Retreat House in Pennsylvania this past weekend, July 26-28, 2019. Despite having many tasks to accomplish and being of many different backgrounds, the members of the sponsoring class of FE #25 made a commitment to ensure the success of the weekend. Their goal was to bring the nine families of FE #26 together to work on their relationships, away from the pressures of their everyday lives. Read more... ( CN August 2, 2019)
East Coast BLD Districts welcome Bishop Rey Evangelista
The Lord commanded Simon Peter “Put out into deep water and lower your nets for a catch.” Simon lowered the nets and caught a great number of fish, their nets tearing and their boats in danger of sinking (Lk 5:5-6). The Lord exceeded Simon Peter’s expectations (“Master, we have worked hard all night and have caught nothing.”). What an awesome God we serve. He exceeds all our expectations. Thank You Lord! Last Saturday, July 13, 2019, about 460 Servant Leaders and members of BLD’s East Coast Districts gathered at Divine Mercy Parish in Rahway to celebrate the first Pastoral Visit to the United States by the Global BLD Community’s Assistant Spiritual Director, Bishop Rey Evangelista. Read more... ( CN July 19, 2019)
The Lord commanded Simon Peter “Put out into deep water and lower your nets for a catch.” Simon lowered the nets and caught a great number of fish, their nets tearing and their boats in danger of sinking (Lk 5:5-6). The Lord exceeded Simon Peter’s expectations (“Master, we have worked hard all night and have caught nothing.”). What an awesome God we serve. He exceeds all our expectations. Thank You Lord! Last Saturday, July 13, 2019, about 460 Servant Leaders and members of BLD’s East Coast Districts gathered at Divine Mercy Parish in Rahway to celebrate the first Pastoral Visit to the United States by the Global BLD Community’s Assistant Spiritual Director, Bishop Rey Evangelista. Read more... ( CN July 19, 2019)
Jesus touches the lives of twenty youths at YE #26
The BLD Newark Youth Ministry held YE #26 this past weekend, July 12-14, at the Fellowship Deaconry in Basking Ridge New Jersey. At the YE, twenty of our youth found a renewed relationship with the Lord. Two of them submitted the following reflections Read More...( CN July 19 2019)
The BLD Newark Youth Ministry held YE #26 this past weekend, July 12-14, at the Fellowship Deaconry in Basking Ridge New Jersey. At the YE, twenty of our youth found a renewed relationship with the Lord. Two of them submitted the following reflections Read More...( CN July 19 2019)
Twenty-five answer the Lord’s call at SPE #21
Twenty-five men and women of diverse backgrounds answered God’s call this past weekend, united by their common bond ofseeking a closer relationship with our Lord and Savior. This Solo Parent retreat was held on June 29-30 at the Days Hotel Conference Center in East Brunswick, NJ. The Holy Spirit never fails, and the smooth flow of the encounter is a direct testament to that! Read more... (CN July 5, 2019)
Twenty-five men and women of diverse backgrounds answered God’s call this past weekend, united by their common bond ofseeking a closer relationship with our Lord and Savior. This Solo Parent retreat was held on June 29-30 at the Days Hotel Conference Center in East Brunswick, NJ. The Holy Spirit never fails, and the smooth flow of the encounter is a direct testament to that! Read more... (CN July 5, 2019)
Twelve couples feel the Lord’s loving presence at ME #52
Twelve couples - Darrell and Michele Adan, Allan and Kim Balagot, Pedro andNancy Burbano, Riemann and Jana Canlas, Eric andMelissa Cruz, Bob and Betty Entwistle, Ed and Sanette Garcia, JL and Mei Lavina, Nicolas and Cora Lladas, Louie andCarol Lomuntad, Roy and Gemma Musni, and Erik andLee Ann Rivera, participated in the Marriage Encounter #52 Weekend, which was held at the Sacred Heart Retreat Center in Newton, NJ, this past May 18 and 19. Read more... (CN May 24, 2019 )
Twelve couples - Darrell and Michele Adan, Allan and Kim Balagot, Pedro andNancy Burbano, Riemann and Jana Canlas, Eric andMelissa Cruz, Bob and Betty Entwistle, Ed and Sanette Garcia, JL and Mei Lavina, Nicolas and Cora Lladas, Louie andCarol Lomuntad, Roy and Gemma Musni, and Erik andLee Ann Rivera, participated in the Marriage Encounter #52 Weekend, which was held at the Sacred Heart Retreat Center in Newton, NJ, this past May 18 and 19. Read more... (CN May 24, 2019 )
266 BLD members and guests attend the Community’s Lenten Retreat
What better way is there to prepare for Holy Week and the most important days of the entire Lenten season than to ponder upon the Seven Last Words of Jesus? The BLD Newark Lenten Retreat, “The Seven Last Words of Christ" that was held Saturday, April 13 at the DMP gym did exactly that as BLD members personally reflected on Christ’s words along with our
brothers and sisters in the BLD community. Raed more... (CN April 26, 2019 )
What better way is there to prepare for Holy Week and the most important days of the entire Lenten season than to ponder upon the Seven Last Words of Jesus? The BLD Newark Lenten Retreat, “The Seven Last Words of Christ" that was held Saturday, April 13 at the DMP gym did exactly that as BLD members personally reflected on Christ’s words along with our
brothers and sisters in the BLD community. Raed more... (CN April 26, 2019 )
Release of the Holy Spirit results in a new and deeper experience of God
Last weekend’s LSS#51 truly validated how God’s presence is very much alive. For those who were baptized in the Spirit, the release of the Holy Spirit resulted in a new and deeper experience of God. It was a highly personal experience, tailored to each individual by the Spirit Who knows our needs and knows how each of us is unique. Read More...(CN April 12, 2019)
Last weekend’s LSS#51 truly validated how God’s presence is very much alive. For those who were baptized in the Spirit, the release of the Holy Spirit resulted in a new and deeper experience of God. It was a highly personal experience, tailored to each individual by the Spirit Who knows our needs and knows how each of us is unique. Read More...(CN April 12, 2019)
BLD Newark Disciples Gather
More than 100 committed and covenanted disciples gathered at Divine Mercy Parish last Saturday for this year’s first BLD Newark Disciples’ Assembly.As it is at almost every BLD meeting, the afternoon started with Praise and Worship. This time, it wasled by representatives from each of the Apostolates - Management, Pastoral, Evangelization, Formation and Mission. A quick lunch followed and then the afternoon’s agenda was underway. Read More... (CN April 5 2019)
More than 100 committed and covenanted disciples gathered at Divine Mercy Parish last Saturday for this year’s first BLD Newark Disciples’ Assembly.As it is at almost every BLD meeting, the afternoon started with Praise and Worship. This time, it wasled by representatives from each of the Apostolates - Management, Pastoral, Evangelization, Formation and Mission. A quick lunch followed and then the afternoon’s agenda was underway. Read More... (CN April 5 2019)
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BLD Book Club
A growing collection of Catholic books owned by our members for our members. Borrow or lend great books (dvds are coming) on everything Catholic, its spirituality, prayers, apologetics, history and much more... To learn more, please email BookClub@BLDNewark.com |
