Blessing of the Animals

13-Sept.-2011
    Trinity Lutheran Church in Bogota will have their first " Blessing of the Animals" service Sun. 2-Oct.-2011. at 11:00a. This will be followed be an animal show by Joe D'Angeli. Mr. D'Angeli is better known as the " NJ Batman". Pastor Peter Olsen, of Trinity wants to show the the World as a whole is is a special place, and all parts of it should be treated with respect.  In Rev. Olsen words: "Though given a special obligation to care for the earth and its creatures, human beings were, according to the Biblical narrative, made from the same earth as the animals."  With this in mind the service is opened to all members of the community, not just those who belong to Trinity Church. They hope this will be a chance to get to know more of the neighbors in the areas, and to show Trinity to others who might not have the chance to see it for themselves. 
    If you re interested to joining this service please contact Trinity church at 201-487-3576,or visit their web ste at www.tlcbogotanj.org to find out what animals may be brought , and if there are any restrictions.  
    Trinity Lutheran Church is located at 167 Palisade Ave Bogota NJ.   

    

Vitale's Cook-out

12-Sept.-2011
     When management at Vitale's restaurant in Teaneck came up with an idea to have a late summer cook-out, they thought it would be just a good way show the Community that they appreciated  the support for the past 30 years. They started to make plans on what should take place, and how it should be run. A band was hired, games for both young,& old were arranged, even the idea to get a whole pig to roast happen. Then it  came to setting a date. The one day that started to be open was a Sunday, which fell on the 11th of September. For a time another date was looked for. But instead of avoiding that day, they decided to embrace the thought of doing something for the community on a day the that would mean something to the family & friends in the area. So Owner Tony Lamorte, along with Manager Sal Devero  set out to made the 1st annual Vitale's BBQ not only a thank-you to the community, but a way to show that lost friends are still remembered, and to honour all who put their lives on the line to help others.
    Retired Safety workers from all fields were invited to enjoy a good time, and to let them know the work they have done is always remembered.  Family, and friends gather at a familiar spot to relax and enjoy each others company. Just a chance to talk football and catch-up on one another lives.  Kids to show off, hairlines to be made fun of.  Food was eaten, drinks consumed, and story told. All along the spirit that helps made a group of people a Community. Then a time came when a larger purpose presented itself.   A moment  of silence was  observed , then the name of local citizens that were lost was read. This was followed by the singing of the Nation Anthem. So a party that was only just supposed to be a small thank-you to the area, turned into an event that celebrates community.
    It is planned to make this a new annual tradition for Vitale's and for their neighbors near and far

Diana & Jessie Florczyk  taking turns at the dunk tank. 

Tony Teresi getting wet.

Owner Tony Lamorte braving the dunk tank.

Nicole Bernabeo getting her face painted.

The band Wildflower  providing the music.

Thomas Lamorte under the watchful eye of Mr. Lamorte.

Other games being played.

Sal Devero leading a moment of silence.

Singing the Star Spangled Banner.

Gathering of friends to enjoy each other company. 

Sept.-11 Remembrance

11-Sept.-2011
     St. Joseph's Church in Bogota had a Service in Remembrance of Sept. 11-2011 tonight. In attendance was the Men & Women of the Bogota Emergency Services. Uniforms were placed on the Alter in recognition of the work, and dedication  given to the Borough  by the First Responders. It also honoured the lives of the Men & Women who have passed away in the line of duty.

Uniforms of Emergency Services on the Alter

Father Richard Supple giving a final  prayer .