September 11, 2016 Twenty-Fourth Sunday

in Ordinary Time 1883-2016

WHAT’S IN YOUR HEART?

Mass Schedule Weekdays: 7:00am & 9:00am Saturday: 8:00am Saturday: 5:00pm Sunday: 7:30am, 9:00am, 10:30am, 12:00noon, 5:00pm 6:30pm (Mass in Spanish) Misa en Espanol Devotions: Miraculous Medal & St. Jude Novenas: Tuesday 9:00am Holy Hour 3:00pm Sunday in the Adoration Chapel: Intentions: 1st Sunday for Families; 2nd Sunday for Life; 3rd Sunday for Our Nation/Country; 4th Sunday Priests/Vocations Prayer in the Presence: 2nd Tuesday 7:00pm Holy Days: Mass times to be announced St. Gertrude, Island Heights (Summer Months) Saturday 5:30pm, Sunday 9:00am Parish Schools: St. Joseph Grade School (SJGS) Michele Williams, Principal, 732-349-2355 Donovan Catholic Dr. Edward Gere, Principal, 732-349-8801

Pastor: Reverend G. Scott Shaffer x2203 Parochial Vicars: Reverend Carlos Aguirre x2221 Reverend Jerome Guld x2219 Deacons: Romeo D. Aquino x2210 Francis J. Babuschak x2253 Robert M. Barnes x2228 Thomas A. Genovese x2255 Gerard Luongo x2251 Frank J. McKenna x2212 Patrick J. Stesner, Sr. x2250 Michael A. Taylor x2254 Parish Office Hours: 9:00am - 4:30pm M-F 685 Hooper Avenue Toms River, NJ 08753 Tel: 732-349-0018 x2204 Fax: 732-286-7064 Email: parish@stjosephtomsriver.org www.stjosephtomsriver.org Reconciliation/Confessions: Saturday: 4:00-4:45pm & 6:00-6:30pm

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A Prayer of Hope

Jesus, thank You for desiring to dwell in me. Thank You for having made me to receive You, to bear Your life into a world that needs You desperately. I wonder how it could possibly be that I am meant to bear that kind of hope within me. But You assure me that all You need is my simple yes and You will do the rest. Amen.

"Who brought you out of the land of Egypt?” The reading from the Book of Exodus uses this phrase three times, and each differently. First God reminds Moses he is the leader of the people, and it’s his job to tell them about God’s wrath. Then God tells Moses what to say, reminding the Israelites of what the God they are betraying did for them. Finally Moses turns these words on God: “Don’t forget that you who saved them made a promise, and that means you have an obligation not to destroy those to whom you made that promise.”

This story reminds us that it can be easy to let someone else do the dirty work, to shift blame, to hold others to standards you yourself are not maintaining. It’s also easy to forget promises, especially when you’re angry.

WHERE WE LIVE, SERVE, & WALK TOGETHER IN FAITH.

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Sept 17/18 Fr. Jerome Fr. Carlos Fr. Scott Fr. Scott Fr. Jerome Fr. Jerome Fr. Carlos

Sept 24/25 Fr. Scott Fr. Scott Fr. Jerome Fr. Jerome Fr. Carlos Fr. Scott Fr. Carlos

PRIEST/CELEBRANT SCHEDULE Subject to Change

5:00 PM 7:30 AM 9:00 AM 10:30 AM

12:00 Noon 5:00 PM 6:30 PM

FROM THE PASTOR

My Dear Brothers and Sisters in Jesus, Today marks the 15th Anniversary of the four coordinated terrorist attacks by the Islamic terrorist group al-Qaeda against our country on the morning of September 11, 2001. The attacks killed 2,996 people and injured over 6,000 oth-ers and caused at least $10 billion in property and infrastructure damage and $3 trillion in total costs. It was a day that all of us wish had never happened. I was just getting ready to cross the parking lot at Saint Aloysius to offer a funeral mass in the church, when I received a call from a friend urging me to hurry up and turn on the TV for a plane had crashed into the one of the World Trade Center Towers. And so be-gan possibly the most horrific tragedy visited upon our country. All of us were changed. Our way of life was never to be quite the same. As I reflect on the aftermath, I remember that one of the transform-ing experiences of those sad days was that everyone really had to ask themselves what was important in life. Certainly the normal things that we get so excited by were all cast aside by the magni-tude of what had happened. The preciousness and also the precari-ous and vulnerable nature of the fundamental gift of life burned its way into the depth of our souls. Years later, the 9/11 Memorial opened in lower Manhattan and I didn’t get there right away. I don’t know why. Strangely enough I had been scheduled to visit the site with a group from Donovan Catholic…it was the day after my brother, John died. I went any-way. I saw where Eileen Fagan’s sister Patricia’s name was in-scribed and said a prayer. Then, inside the museum, I was overcome (and I wasn’t alone) by the immensity of it all – the people, the building, the scale of everything… and a deep, deep sense of loss. A lesson learned from the whole experience was the realization that, although it is a constant struggle, we ought not to cling to too much. In a moment, everything in our lives can be thrown up in the air and without a clear sense of what can truly survive. The way forward can be almost impossible. Yet, with God’s grace, we were able to experience the height of human sacrifice and the ability of our brothers and sisters to manifest heroic love. Today, as we re-member, let us pray for God’s grace and for an ever-increasing capacity to love one another as Christ has loved us. Fr. Scott

MASS INTENTIONS

Monday, September 12 7:00 Blanca Hernandez req. by Family 9:00 June Friery req. by John & Flora Friery Tuesday, September 13 7:00 Gerard Aliseo req. by Joann D’Anton & Family 9:00 Agnes Coughlin req. by Family Wednesday, September 14 7:00* Eucharistic Service 9:00 Andrew, Connie & Nelson Riccardi req. by Family William Kearney req. by Family Thursday, September 15 7:00* Eucharistic Service 9:00 Peter Franchino req. by his Sister, Maria Friday, September 16 7:00 Ann Shapero req. by Family 9:00 Suzanne Polonio req. by the Pindulic Family Saturday, September 17 8:00 Tech Edenfield req. by Peggy & Family 5:00 Agnes and Charles P. Fister req. by Family Sunday, September 18 7:30 Charles & Lena Lazaro req. by Family 9:00 Joseph J. Miller req. by his Wife & Daughter 10:30 Michael Appignani req. by req. by Family 12:00 Marie & Thomas Lopresti req. by Rosemarie & Donna 5:00 Mary Anne Zuhowski req. by Dr. Gere & the Donovan Catholic Community 6:30 Parishioners *On Wednesday, September 14 and Thursday, September 15, there will be a Eucharistic Service at 7:00am. The 7:00am Mass Intention will be combined with the 9:00am Mass Intention.

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READINGS FOR MASSES THIS WEEK SUNDAY Ex 32:7-11, 13-14; 1 Tm 1:12-17; Lk 15:1-32 or 15:1-10 MONDAY 1 Cor 11:17-26, 33; Lk 7:1-10 TUESDAY 1 Cor 12:12-14, 27-31a; Lk 7:11-17 WEDNESDAY Nm 21:4b-9; Phil 2:6-11; Jn 3:13-17 THURSDAY 1 Cor 15:1-11; Jn 19:25-27 FRIDAY 1 Cor 15:12-20; Lk 8:1-3 SATURDAY 1 Cor 15:35-37, 42-49; Lk 8:4-15

GETTING MARRIED? Sign-up early for PRE-CANA formation. This is a requirement

to receive the Sacrament of Marriage. Register on-line at www.dioceseoftrenton.org/precana

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IN MEMORIAM Please remember in your prayers those who have died.

Loleta Marfori Margaret Miller Maria Musa

And for all the deceased members of our parish, the souls in purgatory and those who died in service of our country, may God grant them eternal rest. Amen.

MEMORIALS

September 12-September 18

The roses in front of the Blessed Virgin Mary Statue are placed in memory of the Victims of 9/11 & Patricia Fagan requested by her sister, Eileen. Blessed Virgin Mary candle burns in memory of Dorothy Irwin requested by the Pearce Family. Saint Joseph candle burns in memory of Dorothy Irwin requested by the Pearce Family. Tabernacle Lamp burns in memory of Dorothy Irwin requested by the Pearce Family.

MEMORIAL OPPORTUNITIES The votive candles at the statues of Mary and Joseph, as well as the Tabernacle Lamp can be memorialized to burn for one week in honor of someone special or in memory of a loved one. Your intentions will be listed here in the bulletin. Additionally, flower arrangements may be placed in front of the altar in honor/memory of a loved one for one week. Please contact the parish office, at 732-349-0018 x2202 to reserve your memorials.

MARRIAGES Are you engaged and planning to marry in the Church? Don’t put off making your arrangements. Call the parish office as soon as possible: 732-349-0018 ext. 2202. And, if you are thinking of having a “destination wedding,” please call us first. We can offer some helpful information.

We congratulate those who were recently married here at St. Joseph’s Church:

Mr. & Mrs. Tommaso Ottaiano Mr. & Mrs. Vincent Sabatino

BANNS OF MARRIAGE III Joseph Cornett & Alexis Zimmerman III Robert Smeal & Alyssa Galizio

BAPTISMS

The Sacrament of Baptism is regularly celebrated on the 1st, 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month at 1:30 PM. For more information or to schedule a Baptism and Baptism Prep Class, please call 732-349-0018 x2202.

BAPTISM PREPARATION CLASS for Parents is required and held on the First Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM in the Church.

Join Father Scott Shaffer on a Pilgrimage to the Holy Land in April 2017.

Visit the sites where Jesus walked and taught, healed and prayed. Walk the Way of the Cross in Jerusalem, sail on the Sea of Galilee, pray in the Garden of Gethsemane. Experience the Sacred Scriptures in a completely new way. April 17-26, 2017, flying from Newark to Tel Aviv. There is also an optional 3-day post tour to Jordan. Pick up a brochure for more info at the Parish Office or call Father Scott at x2003. Don’t miss out on a great opportunity to deepen your relationship with the Lord!

Our possessions are not ours—God has given them to us to culti-vate, that we may make them fruitful and profitable in his service. —Saint Francis de Sales

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Our Youth Choir will begin its practices in September. We are changing our practice time to a new day — Wednesdays at 4:30-5:30pm. Our first rehearsal will begin Sep-tember 28 in the church. New members are invited to attend our first rehearsal. Please let Gina and Claire know if your child is interested to sing with the Youth Choir. There will be approximately 3 rehearsals per month and the Youth Choir will sing at mass twice per month. A fall schedule will be given out at the first rehearsal. For more info, email Gina at heartsongsforworship@gmail.com

Youth Choir

St. Joseph’s Church Volunteers Our parish-ioners volunteer, as well as

receive services from Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey (CVCJ). They perform Corporal Works of Mercy in our community a few minutes a week or a few hours a month, to those who are homebound, socially isolated, living with chronic illness, and have Alzheimer’s dis-ease or dementia. BUT THEY NEED HELP. Representatives will be at our church after all Masses Sept. 17/18 to answer questions about how YOU too can help to meet the needs of our growing and aging population here in Toms River and to prayerfully ask for your support.

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MOVIES . BOOKS AUDIO . PROGRAMS

We are excited to announce that St. Joseph’s Church has become a partner in an exciting 24/7 on-line web-based digital formation series called FORMED, produced by the Augustine Institute and Ignatius Press.

This series is designed to help adults grow in their faith at all levels – how we think, how we pray, and how we live. AND access is FREE to our parishioners!

To Register: Go to Formed.org / Enter our parish code PFVQJH on the homepage / Create a personal account with your user name/email and password.

Here are some sugges-tions for the month of September: September 12 - Holy Name of Mary Symbo-lon Knowing the Faith-Session 9, Mary and the Saints September 14 - Exalta-tion of the Holy Cross Book: The Kiss of Jesus September 15 - Our Lady of Sorrows Audio: Drawing Strength from Our Lady of Sorrows September 21 - St. Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist Lectio: Evangelization September 23 - St. Pio of Petrelcina Movie: Padre Pio, Miracle Man September 26 -Blessed Paul VI Movie: Paul VI, The Pope and the Tempest September 29 - Sts. Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael, Archangels Book: Angels and Saints, What Do We Know About Them?

Catholic Youth Growing Nurturing Understanding & Serving. CALLING ALL TEENS IN GRADES 9-12...

You are invited to get involved in the CYGNUS youth group! Join us tonight, Sept. 11th from 6:30-8:30pm at the CYGNUS house, 409 Lexington Ave., for games, snacks and fun! Meet teens from all the local high schools, and see how your faith fits into everyday life. Upcoming CYGNUS events include the Parish Picnic on 9/18 and a CYGNUS night on 9/25.

For more info on the CYGNUS youth group or any Youth Ministry event, please call Catherine at ext. 2229 or email cwerner@stjosephtomsriver.org

HELP WANTED… Looking for a part-time Maintenance/Custodian to work at Donovan Catholic High School on weekends (Friday, Saturday & Sunday). For detailed infor- mation and to apply, please call Dawn Watson at 732-349-8801 x2404.

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DONOVAN CATHOLIC NEWS

ST. JOSEPH GRADE SCHOOL NEWS

P A GE F I VE

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT Junior, John Simon is volunteering to spearhead the

first “Light the Night Walk” in Ocean County to honor his dad who passed away from a blood disorder and to support the many

families that are affected by blood cancers.

“WALK THE SHORE TO FIND A CURE” Friday, September 16, 2016

5:30 – 10:00pm N. Ocean Avenue & Stockton Avenue

Seaside Park, NJ

Register as an individual or as a team. Go to http://pages.lightthenight.org/nj/seaside16/

Come join John in his efforts to support

the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

Congratulations to junior, Cissy He who was awarded the Excellence Beyond the Classroom

Scholarship from Ivy International Group.

This scholarship recognizes the efforts of those students who keep outstanding academic records and showcase strong athletic spirit and leadership

skills in extra-curricular activities and community service. Cissy is a member of the Math League and Academic Decathlon and

a Student Council Officer.

NEW PARENT AND STUDENT ORIENTATION & CONVOCATION

September 15, 2016 at 7:00pm St. Joseph’s Church & HS Cafeteria

MEET THE TEACHERS

September 21, 2016 7:00pm

PreK BEGINS Monday, September 12, 2016

PTA MEETING BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT

Parents visit Classrooms and meet the teachers.

Wednesday, September 14, 2016

OPENING SCHOOL LITURGY Friday, September 16, 2016 at 1:00pm

All are Welcome

2016-2017 STUDENT COUNCIL INSTALLATION

will take place after liturgy.

President Mackenzie O’Connor

Vice President Andrew D’Arcy

Treasurer Andrew Castro

Secretary Kelly Brower

Members-At-Large Casey Cunningham Hannah Braverman

Mikayla Dalton Miriam Rice

www.donovancatholic.org www.stjoeschooltr.org

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PRAYER VIGIL FOR

PEACE

Tuesday evening September 20 at

7 o’clock, we will gather in Church to pray for

peace in the world – in our hearts and in our

homes. Join us, please.

Prayer in the Presence Tuesday, September 13, 2016 at 7pm

Join us for Eucharistic Holy Hour Exposition Adoration Benediction Hymns and Music Scripture Meditation Prayer

AND STARGAZING

Light refreshments will be served after the holy hour.

Presenter: Fr. Jerome Astronomer Rosemary Spedaliere will present God’s Sky, Stars, Planets & Moon as seen through her telescope!

RELGIOUS EDUCATION

Registration for the Fall/Winter Religious Education

We will have a final registration for the Fall Program from 9:00am - 3:00pm on:

Tuesday, September 13 & Thursday, September 15

This program is for registered parishioners only. Please call Nancy at x2225 for more details.

2016 Summer Students - Winter Activities

Our first Mass for our summer students will be Saturday, September 24, 2016 at the 5:00pm Mass. After checking in with a Catechist in the Gathering Space, you may sit with your family in the Church.

First Holy Communion Family Catechesis Our first Family Catechesis for 2nd grade Religious Education students will be on: Saturday, September 24, 2:30 - 4:45pm Students who completed a second grade class this past summer or children in the current second grade Religious Educa-tion class are expected to attend. The session will begin in the Donovan Cath-olic High School Cafeteria. Each student is expected to attend with an adult; such as a parent, grandparent or Godparent. We will be moving to various locations in the high school that are NOT handi-capped accessible. If you have any ques-tions, call Nancy at x2225.

SPIRITUAL DIRECTION AVAILABLE: Saint Joseph’s is now offering Spiritual Direction on a limited basis. In Spiritual Direction, the trained Direc-tor helps directees to become more aware of God in their own life experienc-es. The director focuses on God’s presence in each one’s life, prayer and com-munication. Spiritual Direction sessions are not geared to problem solving or counseling, rather, the goal of Spiritual Direction is to gain a deeper relation-ship with our Lord Jesus. Sessions are conducted one-on-one and are com-pletely confidential. Again, it is not therapy.

If you are interested or have questions, please contact: Kathleen O’Connell 914-275-5766, therese1021873@yahoo.com or

Nancy Mosquera 732-865-1031, schotzie@gmail.com

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St. Joseph’s Church Jubilee Year of Mercy Holy Door Pilgrimage Join us on pilgrimage, visiting three Shrine Churches with Holy Doors for the Jubilee Year.

Tuesday, October 11, 2016

Parishes to visit: St. Aloysius, Jackson . St. Catherine Laboure, Middletown . Holy Cross, Rumson

Itinerary: 9:00am Mass / 9:45am Departure / 3:30-4:00pm Return to St. Joseph’s

Bring your own lunch. Snacks will be provided. Cost of ticket: $20.00 pp

For reservations contact: Lisa Carrollton at x2224 or Carrie Barillas at x2213

Totus Tuus-Women’s Faith Sharing Group Join Totus Tuus on Thursday, September 15 at 16 Lafayette Ave. at 7:00pm, as we join together again after our summer break!!The topic for this month is “Saint Teresa of Calcutta,” presented by Dr. Monika Rice. All women welcome! Veritas Men’s Faith Sharing Group We welcome all men age 18 and over. The next meeting is Monday, September 19 7:00-9:00pm, 16 Lafayette Ave. The topic, Purgatory: A Historical & Contemporary Perspective will be presented by Brian Connolly. Please join us for an evening of prayer and fellowship. For more info about our group, visit www.stjosephveritas.org & like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/stjosephveritas.

The Dominican Laity St. Catherine of Siena Chapter: The Dominican Laity will gather at 16 Lafayette Ave., September 20, 6:30-8:00pm. All are welcome to inquire about how we strive to grow deeper in our faith. Come by to learn about the Dominican’s in your parish. Call Mrs. Kellyanne Murphy O.P. , 732-914-0041 with any questions. St. Joseph’s Rosary Altar Society St. Joseph’s Rosary Altar Society is sponsoring a Day of Recollection on Thursday, September 29 at St. Joseph by the Sea in Mantoloking. Cost is $45 and includes a light breakfast and lunch. All the women of the parish are welcome. If interested, call Rae at 732-341-0180. Flame of Love Prayer Group The next meeting will be Monday, September 12. Any questions call Doris & Richard 732-349-6860.

PARISH NEWS

FALL/WINTER CLOTHING GIVE AWAY

Saturday, October 9 9:00am - 12:00noon

Donovan Catholic High School Cafeteria,

Terrace Ave.

Donations will be gratefully accepted Friday, October 8

4:00-7:00pm in the Donovan Cafeteria.

This event is sponsored by the Social Concerns

Ministry at St. Joseph’s Church.

For additional info call 732-349-0018 x2227.

Couples celebrating a 1st, 25th, 50th (& up!) Wedding Anniversary

you are invited to the 2016 Annual Bishop’s Anniversary Blessing Mass & Celebration

As part of the Diocese’s cover-age of this joyful event, this celebration honors the commit-ment of couples who are living witnesses to the sacrificial love necessary for lifelong, sacra-mental marriage. For couples living in Ocean and Monmouth Counties, Mass will be held on Sunday, October 2, 2016, 3:00pm, St. Robert Bellarmine Parish, Freehold. Please respond by contacting the St. Joseph’s Parish Office at x2202.

Spread love everywhere you go. Let no one ever come to you without leaving happier.

St. Teresa of Calcutta

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Vigésimo Cuarto Domingo en Tiempo Ordinario

Domingo Ex 32:7-11, 13-14; 1 Tm 1:12-17; LC 15:1-32 Lunes 1 Cor 11:17-26, 33; LC 7:1-10 Martes 1 Cor 12:12-14, 27-31a; LC 7:11-17 Miércoles Nm 21:4b-9; Fil 2:6-11; Jn 3:13-17 Jueves 1 Cor 15:1-11; Jn 19:25-27 Viernes 1 Cor 15:12-20; LC 8:1-3 Sabado 1 Cor 15:35-37, 42-4; LC 8:4-15

HORARIO DE MISAS

En la Semana: 7:00am & 9:00am. Todos los días en inglés. Sábado: 8:00am, 5:00 pm Domingo: 7:30am, 9:00am, 10:30am, 12:00pm, 5:00pm en inglés Domingo: 6:30pm español Confesiones: Todos los días después de Misa en inglés Sabado: 4:00-4:45pm & & 6:00-6:30pm en inglés

HORARIO DE OFICINA HISPANA Martes, Miércoles y Jueves de 11am a 3pm

732-349-0018 X2213

SACRAMENTOS Bautizos (en español): El Sacramento del Bautismo se celebra en la Misa Dominical a las 6:30 pm. Comuníquese con la oficina hispana para hacer una cita.

Unción de los Enfermos y Reconciliación/Confesión - Comuníquese con la oficina hispana para hacer una cita.

Matrimonios: Comuníquese con la oficina hispana para hacer una cita.

SITUACIONES CRITICAS; problemas de alcoholismo, jóvenes en crisis, etc. Comuníquese con la Oficina Hispana. Violencia Domestica ayuda disponible 24hrs. Llamar al 732-244-8259.

SI NECESITA AYUDA con: comida, pago de renta, utilidades, etc. Comuníquese con la Oficina Hispana.

ADORADORES PARA EL SANTISIMO Comuníquese con Caridad L. Barillas 732-349-0018 x2213.

MENSAJE DEL PARROCO

Estimados Hermanos y Hermanas en Jesús, Hoy marca el 15 aniversario del ataque terrorista contra los Estados Unidos la mañana del 11 de septiembre, 2001 por el estado Islámico el grupo al-Qaeda. En el cual murieron 2,996 personas y más de 6000 resultaron heridos. Hubo daños de $10 billones en propiedades e infraestructura y $3 trillones fue el costo total. Fue un día que deseamos que no hubiera ocurrido. Así comenzó la tragedia más terrible infligida a nuestro país. Todos nosotros hemos sido cambiados, y nuestra forma de vida nunca más será igual. Al reflexionar sobre los eventos, recuerdo que una de las experiencias transformadoras de aquellos tristes días fue que la gente se preguntaba ¿qué es importante en la vida? Ya las cosas por la cual nos preocupábamos no tenía sentido. Y en nuestros corazones se quedo grabado lo vulnerable que es la vida. La lección para nosotros es, que no debemos aferrarnos a las cosas, pues en cualquier momento tu vida puede cambiar, sin saber el porqué. Sin embargo, con la gracia de Dios somos capaces de experimentar el sacrificio humano. Hoy día, oremos por la gracia de Dios para que nos dé una capacidad mayor para amarnos unos a otros como Cristo nos ama. Fr. Scott

Cita de Santa Teresa de Calcuta Difunde el amor donde quiera que vayas. No dejes que el que viene a ti se vaya sin sentirse más feliz.

Nuestras posesiones no son nuestras - Dios las ha dado a cultivar, hacerlas fructíferas y provechosas en su servicio. - San Francisco de Sale

ST. JOSEPH’S PAGINA NUEVE

ANUNCIOS DE VIDA COMUNITARIA

SERVICIOS DE INMIGRACION El 2nd lunes del mes (12 de septiembre) de 10-1pm, Iglesia San José, 685 Hooper ave., TR.

Oficina Parroquial, 2nd piso. Si desea hacer una cita, llame a Lisha al 732-363-0748. Consulta $40.00

PICNIC PARROQUIAL DOMINGO, 18 DE SEPTIEMBRE

Compre las boletas después de Misa o en la oficina, $10.00pp o $25.00 por una familia de 7.

Música, juegos, perros calientes, hamburguesas y refrescos. Los esperamos

COMUNIDAD HIJOS DE MARIA GRUPO DE ORACION LUNES @ 7:30PM 16 Lafayette St, TR EL 3er Lunes, ES EN LA IGLESIA

Nuestra Señora del Milagro, patrona de Republica Dominicana. Fiesta, 13 de septiembre. En el año 1692 la imagen de Inmaculada Concepción de María, que luego se llamaría Virgen del Milagro, se encontraba a tres

metros de altura en un nicho del retablo del Altar Mayor. Cuenta la historia que aquel 13 de septiembre, después de los fuertes y reiterados temblores que destruyeron la ciudad de Esteco y fueron percibidos con singular intensidad en la ciudad de Salta, se encontró la imagen de la Inmaculada en el suelo sin que sufrieran daño su rostro y manos y según la tradición perdió los colores del rostro que quedó pardo y macilento. La imagen fue llevada a la casa del alcalde Bernardo Diez Zambrano donde se oró toda la noche.

Al día siguiente, 14 de septiembre, se colocó la imagen, que todos querían venerar, en el exterior de la Iglesia Matriz donde continuaron los cambios de colores del rostro y fue entonces cuando muchos fieles comenzaron a llamarla “del Milagro”.

Una nueva historia empezaba para esta sencilla imagen y para los salteños, que jamás abandonarían su culto y su devoción Según la tradición oral y el exhorto de Chávez y Abreu, el padre jesuita José Carrión recibe la revelación de que el Santo Cristo Crucificado de la Iglesia Matriz, que tenían sin devoción y sin sacarlo en procesión, habría perdonado a Salta a pedido y súplica de la Madre de Dios del Milagro. Los padres jesuitas recordaron al Santo Cristo y lo liberaron de su encierro; lo colocaron frente a la iglesia que la Compañía de Jesús tenía en el centro de la ciudad. La imagen fue sacada en procesión por los fieles salteños con el ruego de que cesaran los temblores, lo que finalmente ocurrió.

En la ciudad de Salta, todos los años, del 6 al 15 de septiembre, se llevan a cabo las celebraciones del Milagro. Es la mayor manifestación de fe de la provincia en honor a las sagradas imágenes del Señor y la Virgen del Milagro, patronos de Salta.

¿Que es Pre-Cana? La palabra Pre-Cana proviene del primer milagro que hizo Jesús en las Bodas de Cana. Toda pareja Católica que va a

recibir el Sacramento de Matrimonio, necesita asistir al curso de Pre-cana. Se necesitan voluntarios para integrarse al equipo timón de Pre-Cana para la formación de parejas. Requerimientos: Estar casados más de 5 años, asistir al curso de formación de lideres, desear ofrecer testimonio de su vida matrimonial y participar en las clases de pre-cana 4 veces al año. Si esta interesado comuníquese con la oficina hispana 732-349-0018 ext. 2213. Charla de información jueves, 29 de septiembre a las 7:30pm salón G.

ESCUELA BIBLICA EBEDE Martes a las 7pm en la escuela Donovan, salón 202. Entrada por el parqueo del lado de la Iglesia.

EXPLORA EL UNIVERSO DE DIOS Hora Santa tema “La Creación de Dios” Martes, 13 de septiembre, 2016 a las 7pm

Después nos reuniremos afuera de la Iglesia para una oración y explorar el universo la creación de Dios a través de un Telescopio. ¡Traiga sus niños para que vean las Estrellas!