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From the Pastor June 14, 2015 11 th Sunday in Ordinary Time - B Today starts a summer sacred study series on the least used of the 13 Eucharistic Prayers [EP] - which is really only one EP with four variations or themes. Sometimes we forget - not only how novel - but how truly earthshattering it is that the Roman Catholic Church now has 13 EP’s or Eucharistic Prayers! That’s because for over 1,500 years - until the reforms promulgated after the Second Vatican Council [1962-1965] - there was only one EP: the long, theological and poetically profound Roman Canon or EP I. Against much opposition and [what I now agree were] well-founded fears that adding shorter, simpler EP’s would lead to a devaluing of and lesser respect for the Blessed Sacrament, 3 ‘new’ EP’s were promulgated in 1968: EP II [which is basically the ‘outline’ of an EP composed by a priest named Hippolytus in the 200’s], EP III and EP IV. For the Holy Year 1975, which was themed ‘Renewal and Reconciliation,’ Pope Paul VI granted provisional, limited permission to use 3 Children’s EP’s and 2 EP’s with the theme of reconciliation - but only on an experimental basis and for just 3 years: 1974-1977. While Pope Paul VI did not grant permission for them to be printed in any official Roman Missals, he did allow them to be used for 3 more years, until 1980, when the now Saint John Paul II promulgated them as valid additions to the universal Roman Missal ‘until further notice.’ But in the 2011 3 rd edition of the Roman Missal the re-translated EP’s for Reconciliation, which we will reflect on in Lent 2016 [which is less than 8 months away] were placed right alongside the venerable and ancient EP’s I, II, III and IV. The 3 EP’s for Children are still awaiting retranslation; the future of their use is unknown at this time. None of the EP’s composed during the ‘time of experimentation’ were added to the currently used 3 rd edition of the Roman Missal - except for the four variations of the EP for Various Needs - which is the topic of our summer sacred study series. I usually pray the 4 th variation of this EP on Father’s Day for it extols God as “our Father … who cares for all your sons and daughters …“ and because it is the only EP that mentions Deacons - and our Parish customarily has the Deacon preach on the 3 rd Sunday of the month. The 1974 Eucharistic Prayers for Various Needs . During the ‘time of experimentation’ mentioned above, many EP’s were composed on a local or national level by various Religious Orders, sects or groups. At first, Rome allowed the National Conference of Catholic Bishops in each country to grant permission for any EP’s ‘created’ in their territory - but only for use in the area within their jurisdiction. However, things began to spin out of control; an EP composed in Portuguese for use in Brazil was directly translated into other languages for use in other countries. So Rome ‘reined in’ the process; why? The main reasons Rome ‘took over’ the process were: a concern for orthodoxy and a desire to maintain uniformity across the globe by making sure every
Transcript of From the Pastor October 9, 20052015.docx · Web viewFrom the PastorJune 14, 2015 11 th Sunday in...
From the Pastor June 14, 2015
11th Sunday in Ordinary Time - B
Today starts a summer sacred study series on the least used of the 13 Eucharistic Prayers [EP] - which is really only one EP with four variations or themes. Sometimes we forget -
not only how novel - but how truly earthshattering it is that the Roman Catholic Church now has 13 EP’s or Eucharistic Prayers! That’s because for over 1,500 years - until the reforms promulgated after the Second Vatican Council [1962-1965] - there was only one EP: the long, theological and poetically profound Roman Canon or EP I. Against much opposition and [what I now agree were] well-founded fears that adding shorter, simpler EP’s would lead to a devaluing of and lesser respect for the Blessed Sacrament, 3 ‘new’ EP’s were promulgated in 1968: EP II [which is basically the ‘outline’ of an EP composed by a priest named Hippolytus in the 200’s], EP III and EP IV. For the Holy Year 1975, which was themed ‘Renewal and Reconciliation,’ Pope Paul VI granted provisional, limited permission to use 3 Children’s EP’s and 2 EP’s with the theme of reconciliation - but only on an experimental basis and for just 3 years: 1974-1977. While Pope Paul VI did not grant permission for them to be printed in any official Roman Missals, he did allow them to be used for 3 more years, until 1980, when the now Saint John Paul II promulgated them as valid additions to the universal Roman Missal ‘until further notice.’ But in the 2011 3rd edition of the Roman Missal the re-translated EP’s for Reconciliation, which we will reflect on in Lent 2016 [which is less than 8 months away] were placed right alongside the venerable and ancient EP’s I, II, III and IV. The 3 EP’s for Children are still awaiting retranslation; the future of their use is unknown at this time. None of the EP’s composed during the ‘time of experimentation’ were added to the currently used 3rd edition of the Roman Missal - except for the four variations of the
EP for Various Needs - which is the topic of our summer sacred study series. I usually pray the 4th variation of this EP on Father’s Day for it extols God as “our Father … who cares for all your sons and daughters …“ and because it is the only EP that mentions Deacons - and our Parish customarily has the Deacon preach on the 3rd Sunday of the month. The 1974 Eucharistic Prayers for Various Needs.During the ‘time of experimentation’ mentioned above, many EP’s were composed on a local or national level by various Religious Orders, sects or groups. At first, Rome allowed the National Conference of Catholic Bishops in each country to grant permission for any EP’s ‘created’ in their territory - but only for use in the area within their jurisdiction. However, things began to spin out of control; an EP composed in Portuguese for use in Brazil was directly translated into other languages for use in other countries. So Rome ‘reined in’ the process; why? The main reasons Rome ‘took over’ the process were: a concern for orthodoxy and a desire to maintain uniformity across the globe by making sure every land and nation, people and tongue was praying the exact same thing.So Rome required that all new EP’s to be translated FIRST into Latin, the universal language of the Church, before they were translated into any other language, so all had the same ’starting point.’ We all know what happens in that old game called ‘telephone’ where, as a message is passed from person to person, it gets altered along the way. So Rome wisely requires the ‘official’ translation of its orations and teachings be in Latin - and that every translation be based on the same Latin text and ideas. That’s mainly why the Mass in English was recently re-translated: as Saint John Paul II travelled the globe he realized English speaking Catholics, who used a ‘very loose’ translation of the Latin texts and ideas, were not praying the ‘same theology’ as the rest of the world. So - not to squash creativity - but to secure uniformity - Rome sets the ‘Latin standard’ for all translations.
In this summer sacred study series I hope to help you appreciate the beauty of the four variations of the EP created for the occasion of a Synod in Switzerland, approved in 1974, now added to the Roman Missal, although to my knowledge, no missalette or hymnal includes these EP’s. Next week: the Preface I will use on Father’s Day.
In His holy Name,
Rev. Thomas J. SerafinServices and Intentions: June 13-21
Saturday Vigil: 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time
5:00 pmFlorence Meolar/o: Ingenito family
Sunday 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time8:00 amElizabeth Infante
r/o: Norma & Paul Santella9:30 amJack Boehmer
r/o: Sharon Boehmer11:30 am Daniel Caetano
r/o: Victor CaetanoMonday
9:00 amLena Augustiner/o: Linda & Henry Augustine
Tuesday9:00 amDuke Hauck
r/o: Julianne MazurWednesday
9:00 amIn Thanksgivingr/o: Betty Franck
Thursday9:00 amTheresa Troegner
r/o: Bill & Barbara Troegner & familyFriday
9:00 amPrayer Service with Holy CommunionSaturday Vigil: 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time
5:00 pmWalter Kaczorekr/o: Joe & Geri Kaczorek
Sunday 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time8:00 amRose Accettola
9:30 amFrank Riciglianor/o: family
11:30 am Joanne Salsovicr/o: Ingenito family
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The St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Lamp will burn
this week in honor of Stephen ‘Tre’ Walker
on receiving his Eagle Scout Awardas requested by Pete & Helen Thornton
SPECIAL NOTE2015 Mission Cooperation Plan
2nd Collection - July 11 & 12This year’s Mission Cooperation Plan envelope is in your envelope packet for next weekend, July 5. Please hold the envelope for that special collection until the following weekend, July 11 & 12, which is when we will be hosting the Visiting Missionary.
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SEAS Blood Drive - Today - June 14SEAS blood drive is today, in the Parish Hall from 8:30 am until 2:00 pm. Please consider sharing the Gift
of Life!Our Parish Prayers
“For everything there is a season and a time for every purpose under heaven…”a time to be born…a time to heal… We pray for all the sick of our Parish and especially for:
Jack BolandDan CummingsJocelyn EckardtBill GallagherJames Hegadorn
Kathy IbbetsonDave KreutzerJulianne MazurChris Santella
Names will remain on our sick list for three months after which time they will be removed, unless we are notified to keep them on the list.a time to die… Mary Jane Nodes
Congratulations, Deacon Kevin Kilcommons
On Saturday, June 6, our newest Deacon, Kevin Kilcommons, was ordained to the Order of Diaconate at St. Francis Cathedral in Metuchen. May God bless Kevin as he begins this important ministry!+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +
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Diaconate Ordination
Seven of our Senior Altar Servers had the honor of serving at the Diaconate Ordination Mass at the Cathedral of St. Francis in Metuchen on June 6. They served the Bishop and had a bird’s eye view of the ordinations as they carried out the usual Mass roles as well as their additional duties.+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +
+ + + + + + +Patriotic Rosary Today, Sunday, June 14Join the Military Ministry and they pray this rosary which specifically prays for our country and those who have, and still, protect her. The rosary begins at about 12:30 PM, after the 11:30 AM Holy Mass at St Elizabeth Ann Seton Church. The event will be followed by light refreshments and fellowship in the Holy Family Room.
Parish Ministry ContactsTo join a ministry, please contact the ministry head. A complete list of ministries can be found in the narthex or on our website: www.parishesonline/seasthreebridges.Adult Choir/Cantors...Brett Walzer ~ 782-1475 x20Adult Faith Formation.....Diane Luceri ~ 782-1475 x14Baptismal Prep.....Anne & Brian Moore ~ 534-2136Cancer Support Group.Andrew Casella ~ 782-1475Employment Group.........Deacon Mike ~ 400-3036EM of Holy Communion/Homebound/Hospital
Larry Dawkins ~ 284-1617Fatima Rosary...................Shirley Frey ~ 806-4889Knights of Columbus....Floyd Campbell ~ 732-598-5905Lazarus Ministry................Anne Hayes ~ 751-5660Linens Ministry.................Parish Office ~ 782-1475Liturgical Environment Norma Santella ~ 782-1475Men’s Club................Deacon Paul ~ 782-1475 x13Military Outreach.Chris McPherson ~908-246-5114Prayer Shawls...............Judy Herdman ~ 782-7973
Pat Rivero ~ 806-7890Readers.................Ann McCrystal ~ 908-797-4070
Georgann Scibilia ~ 908-782-6625Respect for Life.............Helen Schuler ~ 369-6618R.C.I.A.......................Diane Luceri ~ 782-1475 x14
Sacristans....Maureen & John Lybarger ~ 369-5331Usher/Minister of Hospitality.......Bob Caron ~ 236-6492Wedding Coordinator.....Geri Kaczorek ~ 369-3712Women’s Spirituality.......Loraine Richmond ~ 725-2502
Youth MinistriesAltar Servers..............Suzanne Wooby ~ 369-6390Children’s Choir...............Coleen Cucci ~ 346-0367Children’s Liturgy (CLOW)......Kelly Robison ~ 284-2234Religious Formation Main Line.................284-2929
P.C.L...................Mariam Nawab ~ 284-2929 x23Confirmation.............Jenni Clark ~ 284-2929 x24RF Secretary....................Gina Perez ~ 284-2929Safe Environment Background Coordinator
Helen Schuler ~ 369-6618Summer RF......................Gina Perez ~ 284-2929
Karen Baron ~ 806-4384WINGS Teen Ministry. . .Jenni Clark ~ 284-2929 x24
Last Weekend’s CollectionJune 7 $12,247.00
Thank you!Renegotiated Mortgage Information
New Mortgage (5/1/2015) $ 1,865,560.60Principal Paid to Date $ 5,820.42Interest Paid to Date $ 6,586.47Current Balance (6/1/2015) $ 1,859,740.16Monthly Payment $ 12,406.89
Next Weekend’s ReadingsTwelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time
First Reading: Job 38: 1, 8-11Second Reading: II Corinthians 5: 14-17Gospel: Mark 4: 35-40
Ministers of the LiturgyWe acknowledge with appreciation the following
Liturgical Ministers who will serve at next weekend’s Masses: June 20 & 21
5:00 PM MassSacristan: Mary Cestra; EMs: James McQuade, Lisa O’Connell, Thomas O’Connell, JoAnne Farley, Denise Verdicchio, Pat Ramachandran, Cindy Campbell, Floyd Campbell; Readers: Joe Mania, Jim McQuade; Altar Servers: Erin Devine, Donal Devine, Kylie Hampton, Andrew Devine
8:00 AM MassSacristan: Anita & Larry Wuest; EMs: Norma Santella, Larry Wuest, Fred Fischl, Wendy VanDine, Mike Wooby, Karen Zalewski, John Zalewski, Pat Sheeto; Readers: Bob Clarke, Louis Ambio; Altar Servers: Sarah Wooby, Madelyn Dowe, Evan Wooby, Sara O’Neill
9:30 AM MassSacristan: James Horner; EMs: Maureen Lybarger, Christine Kukel, Dorothy Scarpa, Fran Wasitowski, Marian Wasitowski, Jackie Ferrari, Jack Gosdick, Kathy Gosdick; Readers: David Geisler, John Lybarger; Altar Servers: Kyle Robison, Alex HooFatt, Katelyn Richardson, Matthew Richardson
11:30 AM MassSacristan: Frank Petranich; EMs: Mike Schuler, Helen Schuler, Evelyn Balunis, Karen Geddis, Tom Boelter, Barbara Boelter, Lynne Dawkins, Larry Dawkins; Readers: Christina Schuler, Mike Stanbro; Altar Servers: Jenna Kotlar, Nick Merola, Stephanie Kornspan, Eva Cardenas
This Weekend’s ReadingsEleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
First Reading: Ezekiel 17:22-24God will restore the kingdom of Judah, as symbolized by the cedar. The deed is emphasized by the words, “As I, the Lord have spoken, so will I do.”Second Reading: II Corinthians 5:6-10Paul acknowledges “that we are, in a sense, away from the Lord while in this life and bound to our bodies.” We will be fully united with God in the next life, if we please him in this life.Gospel: Mark 4:26-34The reign of God is compared to a mustard seed which is the smallest of seeds yet grows to become the largest of shrubs. Similarly, God’s community grows gradually until it becomes large and strong.
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We are now offering Religious Formation Classes for Children
entering:
KINDERGARTENAT NO COST!
Beginning in September 2015Tuesday Afternoons 4:45-6:00pm
Please call the RF office at 908-284-2929 or email [email protected]
2015-2016 Fall Religious Formation
Attention Fall Religious Formation Parents:There is a session placement list for the fall program posted in the Religious Formation office. Please note this is a session list, not a class list.
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Catechetical SundaySeptember 13, 2015
All Parish Faith Formation Ministry Leaders (Catechists/Aides/Building Coordinators/Hall Monitors/CLOW Leaders/Baptismal Prep Leaders/VBS/SRF/Wedding Coordinators/Altar Server Leaders/Children’s Choir Leaders/Teen Ministry Leaders/Adult Faith Formation Leaders and RCIA Leaders are invited to take part in the special blessing at the 9:30 AM Mass followed by a reception.
Generosity Gifts - First Aid Kits NeededIt’s hard to believe that we are thinking about the new school year already; however, while you are out shopping, would you kindly consider donating a first aid kit for our Religious Formation programs?
We know we can always count on our generous parish family to meet our needs and thank you in advance.
Religious Formation OfficePlease contact Mariam Nawab,
Parish Catechetical Leader at 908-284-2929 x23 or [email protected] for any
RF concerns.
Religious Formation News
HAPPY SUMMER!
Confirmation Team Needs You!
An Opportunity to Become Holy:
These are the areas we need your help in:Confirmation Retreat
Advent Penance ServiceConfirmation Day Reception
Confirmation PracticePlease call or email the RF office at 908-284-2929 or [email protected]. + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +
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We Need Your Help for the Following:
Catechists NeededMon Afternoon (4:45-6:00): 6th GradeMon Evening (7:00-8:30): 8th Grade
Aides NeededMon Afternoon: 1st, 4th, 6th GradesMonday Evening: 8th GradeTuesday Afternoon: 6th GradeTuesday Evening: 2nd, 5th, 6th, GradesWeds. Afternoon: 4th, 6th Grades
Childcare AdultWednesday Afternoon: 4:45-6:00pm
Hall Monitors, Nurses, Substitute Catechists
Hall Monitors, nurses, substitute catechists are needed for all sessions. Please call the RF office at 908-284-2929 or email [email protected] if you are interested.+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +
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SRF 2015 takes place July 6-9 & July 13-16
8:45am-12:10pm+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +
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On July 20, 21, & 22, 2015 from 10:00-1:00pm, we will be cleaning the tables, chairs, whiteboards, and window ledges in all the classrooms. Our upcoming 8th grade confirmation candidates will be helping. If you are interested, please call the RF office at 908-284-2929 or email [email protected].
Adult Faith Formation
All Catholics are encouraged to learn about your faith and to deepen your relationship with Christ. See below for specific ways you can do so right here at SEAS! If you have questions or would like to register for any of our AFF programs, please contact Diane Luceri:
782-1475 X 14 or [email protected]
Symbolon: The Catholic Faith Explained
Summer Scripture SeriesJuly 13th, 14th, 15th
9:30-11:00 am OR 7:00-8:30 pmSummer is the perfect time to take some time for yourself—to reflect on your life and your relationship with God! We offer you that opportunity right here at SEAS! Come together with your fellow parishioners to better understand the God that loves you so much that he actually seeks you out to make himself known to you!Join us for the Symbolon sessions on Sacred Scripture this summer! Each session stands alone, and there is no cost or materials required for these sessions. These sessions are perfect for anyone who would like to know more about the Catholic Faith, and count towards catechist certification!TOPICS:Monday, July 13: Divine Revelation As Christians, we believe that God loves us, has a plan for our lives and wants a personal relationship with us. But how does God reveal himself to us? Come discover how in this session!Tuesday, July 14: The Bible Did you know that the Bible is God’s love letter to us? Through the Sacred Scriptures, God speaks to us in a deeply and personal way. Come to a better understanding of exactly what the Bible is and how you can know with confidence that it contains God’s revelation for our lives.Wednesday, July 15: The Story of Salvation
Our lives are a part of a much larger story. Each one of us has a role to play in God’s creation and his great story of love. Come discover how understanding this story can make all the difference for how well you live your life.Coming this fall!
The Prophets Bible StudyWednesdays: 9:30-11:15 am or 7:30-9:15 pm
September 30th - December 9th, 2015God Is Calling You to a Deeper Relationship with Him! If we consider that God is the Divine Bridegroom and the Church is his Bride, then the prophets can be seen as “spiritual marriage counselors.” They afflict the comfortable and comfort the afflicted, calling us to return to our covenant relationship with God. They urge us to repentance, warn us of the dangers of sin, and announce the blessings of faithfulness. Their prophetic words speak to us even today, as they draw us closer to our heavenly Bridegroom.Materials required: Study binder ($35), New American Bible, Catechism of the Catholic Church.
Beloved: Program for Married Couples
Tuesday evenings, 7:30-9:00 PMSept. 15, 29, Oct. 6, 20, Nov. 3, 17
So you may be married a few years or many years. Have you ever thought that your marriage may be more than you think it is? What if God has woven into the very fabric of your humanity a purposeful need and desire that can only be fulfilled in your marriage? What if your marriage is designed to be a vital part of God’s work in the world? Join with other couples in the parish for fellowship and for a chance to explore the mystery and the meaning of the sacrament of marriage. There is no cost or materials required for this program. Please register by contacting Diane Luceri.
Symbolon Sessions will be offered throughout the year, the same time as RF classes on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, as well as on Tuesday morning, beginning the week of October 12th. Schedule and more details to follow.
RCIA: The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
It’s something you’ve been thinking about for a while …..perhaps now may be just the time for you to make that move, to take that next step in the journey to become Catholic! The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the way in which
adults become fully active, participating members of the Catholic Church.The RCIA is intended for: adults who are not baptized, adults who have been baptized into a
non-Catholic denomination, Catholics who have been baptized but
have never received Eucharist or Confirmation.
We extend an invitation now to “Come and see” –-see how Jesus may be calling you, see what the RCIA process entails and how it can make a difference in your life! Note that now is the time to ask questions, to listen and to be open to the Spirit of God. Commitment to the process may follow in the weeks and months ahead. For more information, please contact Diane Luceri at 782-1475 X 14 or [email protected]. Adult Catholics needing Confirmation should also contact Diane.
SEAS Ministry News
Take Your Dad to Breakfast on Father’s Day!
The Knights of Columbus are celebrating Father's Day with a spectacular pancake breakfast on Sunday, June 21, 2015, from 8 am
to 12 noon. The mouth-watering breakfast will include pancakes, sausage, bacon, eggs and bagels. Hot coffee will be plentiful. The cost is $7.00 per person or $25.00 for a family of four or more. You can purchase tickets in advance after each Mass. Do something special for your Dad and take him to breakfast!+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +
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The next meeting sponsored by the Men’s Club will be on Thursday, July 9 at 7:30 PM in the Holy Family Room.
Elijah's Promise Soup KitchenHelp Needed!SEAS is scheduled to prepare and serve the evening dinner meal at Elijah's Promise Soup Kitchen on Tuesday, June
30. Help is needed with:SHOPPING for food items and dropping off groceries at SEAS - Friday, June 26;MEAL PREPARATION - Saturday, June 27 in the morning at SEAS kitchen; preparing rice Tuesday, June 30 in the morning at SEAS kitchenTRANSPORTING FOOD (in your car) from SEAS to the Soup Kitchen in New Brunswick - Tuesday, June 30 in the afternoon; food must arrive at Soup Kitchen between 4:00-4:30 pm;SERVING at Soup Kitchen in New Brunswick - Tuesday, July 29 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm;If you can help with any of these activities, please contact Cathi Hynoski at 908-208-8680. + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +
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PMPLEASE TAKE NOTE:
Our Music Director Brett Walzer and his piano/keyboard students will be performing at an upcoming music recital at the church. All are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Brett and his students will be performing selections from a wide array of musical genres, including Sacred, Classical, Pop,
Baroque, Jazz, and Contemporary, as well as original compositions. There is no cost of admission, and refreshments will be served following each recital. With less school-related distractions filling up the calendar, summer can be the perfect time for beginners to have their first lessons. For those interested in becoming new students beginning this summer, please contact Brett at 609-647-0965 for further information and details regarding available openings. All ages and levels are welcome. + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +
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VBS 2015June 22nd to June 26th
9:30 am to 12:30 pm
Meeting Today! - June 14There is a meeting of ALL who will be assisting with VBS in any way - all adults, teens, Confirmation candidates, etc. at 10:30 AM starting in the daily Mass chapel.
Tents Needed!In order to set up our marketplace, we need several 10x10 pop-up canopies. If you have one (or more) canopies you could loan us for VBS, please contact us at [email protected].
Registration is still going on!Travel back with us to a time when Jesus was just a boy. Imagine living and working in the dusty town of Nazareth as Jesus grows up and begins his ministry. Everyone knows what it is like to hear your mom tell stories from your childhood. Could you imagine the
kinds of stories Mary could tell? Join us at Hometown Nazareth where you’ll stand up for your faith among people who doubt that the carpenter’s son is really God’s Son. VBS is for kids ages 4 years through 5th grade. The cost is $50 per child (maximum $125 per family). Many service opportunities for 6th/7th
graders, Confirmation Candidates and high school teens. If you have any questions, contact us at [email protected].+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +
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Do you have a green thumb? Have you wondered how you can give back to the Lord using your talent? We need people to take care of the flower beds in front of the church and parish office to keep them looking their best this summer. If you would like to be part of the Gardening Ministry, please contact the Parish Office - 908-782-1475 x10.+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +
+ + + + + + +Prayer Shawl MinistryThe next meeting of the Prayer Shawl Ministry will be on Thursday, July 9, 10 AM-12 Noon and also 7-8:30 PM. ALL are welcome! Come whenever it fits your schedule!
If you know someone who could use one of our shawls, or for more information, please call Judy Herdman at 908-782-7973.+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +
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Around the Diocese
Special Needs Awareness MassSunday Mass June 21 at 6:00 PMImmaculate Conception Church
35 Mountain Avenue, Somerville, NJA Special Needs Awareness Mass is an opportunity to celebrate the gifts that people with special needs bring to the Parish. Our friends and family who have special needs minister at the Masses as they are lectors, musicians, assisting with the offertory and contributing to the worship in our Church. It
is an opportunity for the Parish to welcome people with special needs to participate fully in the life of the church. For more information please contact Regina Teggler 908-963-8473 or Jeanine Cavanagh at 908-725-1112 x1126.+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +
+ + + + + + +Mentorship Pilot Program to Support
VeteransVeteran’s Haven North “The Rally Point”, a Transitional Housing Program for homeless Veterans in Glen Gardner, NJ will be sponsoring a Big-Brother/Big-Sister Mentorship Program to provide fellowship and support to our Veterans as they transition back to independence. Please consider becoming a Mentor in this program. Our Veterans need your help! The only qualification needed is a noble commitment to the mentor/mentee relationship, with visits to the Veteran at least once a month. Veteran residence normally lasts two-years or less at the facility. All volunteers must be age 18-years or older. An overview and training session will be provided by Veteran’s Haven North.For more information please contact Bob Hendershot, the St. Magdalen Military Outreach Ministry Leader at 908-442-6094 or by e-mail at [email protected]. The first training session will be held Tuesday June 16, 2015 at 10 AM at Veteran’s Haven North, 200 Sanatorium Rd., Glen Gardner NJ+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +
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‘Faith In Action’ NewsletterThe latest edition of the diocese’s 'Faith In Action' newsletter has been posted online and is available to view or download at www.diometuchen.org/public-policy-newsletter.
The Catholic Social Teaching highlighted in this edition is ‘Call to Family, Community and Participation.’ Here’s a peek inside this issue, with a focus on family:* As Catholics prepare for the World Meeting
of Families, which will be held in Philadelphia in September, we examine ways participation in family life and society go hand-in-hand.
* The Deferred Action for Parental Accountability, or DAPA, was announced by President Obama in late-November that would benefit many immigrant families by keeping children together with their immigrant parents. As we wait in joyful hope of DAPA’s eventual implementation, we look at what it would mean for immigrants who qualify.
* Catholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen strives to keep families who are experiencing difficulties and hardships safe and intact through the provision of its programs and social services designed to strengthen families. CCDOM Behavioral Health and Leadership team members share how the organization offers a unique approach to family services, blending faith with best practices in social work.
There’s much more! We invite you to read the entire newsletter at www.diometuchen.org/public-policy-newsletter. + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +
+ + + + + + +Why Pre-Plan for Your Final Resting
PlaceThe Diocese of Metuchen Catholic Cemeteries cordially invite you to an informational gathering on why you should pre-plan for your final resting place.Where: Mausoleum Chapel at
Resurrection CemeteryHoes Lane & Park AvenuePiscataway, NJ 08854
When: Saturday, June 27, 20159:30-10:30 a.m.
Kindly respond by June 24, 2015 to 732-463-1424. Refreshments will be served.
Adaptive Program: Finding God
Steve Connor (Loyola Press) will present Adaptive Program: Finding God.When a child has special needs, it is important to teach to a child's strengths. Adaptive Finding God provides an answer and leads with the idea that it all begins with the child. This presentation will look at the various settings in which this program can be used and explore different tools that are a part of the program.
June 15, 2015 -9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.St. John Neumann Pastoral Center
146 Metlars LanePiscataway, NJ
RSVP to Pat Martin at [email protected] or 732-529-7931.+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +
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Krakow, Poland - July 22-August 1, 2016June 15, 20157:00-9:00 p.m.
St. John Neumann Pastoral CenterPiscataway, NJ
Chris Dube from Mazurkas Travel will detail “everything you need to know.” Come with questions.Note: Attendees for WYD MUST BE 18 years of age or older unless accompanied by their parent or guardian.RSVP Mary Ann Giannone - 732.243.4575 or [email protected]. + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +
+ + + + + + +Learn More About Pope Francis
In September 2015, Pope Francis will make his first visit to the United States!
To learn more about our Holy Father, consider attending one or all of the following
presentations:June 15 - Pope Francis and the Joy of
the GospelJune 22 - Pope Francis and FamiliesJune 29 - Pope Francis’ Message of
MercyThe talks will be presented by Fr. Greg Uhrig
from 7:00-8:30 pm at theSt. John Neumann Center
146 Metlars Lane, Piscataway, NJ.
There is no fee, however, registration is required by calling 732-562-1990 ext. 1543.
Marriage EncounterA Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend gives you the time and tools to revitalize romance, deepen communication, and nourish the spirituality in your marriage.The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend will be held July 17-19.Early registration is advisable as space is limited. Phone 732-904-9636 for registration and information. Visit us at: www.aweekendforyourmarriage.org for more information.+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +
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"A Year of Encounter with Pope Francis"Save The Date
Wednesday, June 246:00 -9:00 p.m.
St. John Neumann Pastoral Center146 Metlars Lane,
PiscatawayIn preparation for the pastoral visit of Pope Francis to the United States, we will reflectively enter into the spirit of his blueprint teaching, "Joy of the Gospel." We will introduce a program of faith formation and action that parishes can use before and after the papal visit."A Year of Encounter" is sponsored by the Catholic Charities Solidarity Team and the Diocesan Office of Multi-Cultural Ministry.To RSVP, please contact Maria Fonseca at the diocesan center: 732-562-1990 ext. 1705 or [email protected].+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +
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Planned giving provides an opportunity to donate a gift from your estate that will forever perpetuate our Catholic heritage. Through your gift you will help build an active and faith-filled Church that is able to pass on our Catholic faith to future generations. To learn more about ways you can make a planned gift please call Kimberley at the diocesan Stewardship &
Development office at 732-562-2433. For more information, visit www.diometuchen.plannedgiving.org.+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +
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More Random Stewardship Ideasfor the Month of June
1. Recycle more.2. Each day, say a prayer for one of the world’s
trouble spots.3. Turn off the TV, phone, and computer, and
spend an hour devoted to someone you love.4. Surprise an old friend with a phone call.5. Buy or pick a flower for someone without a
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