Welcome - We’re glad you’re here

Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

January 29, 2017 520 Medford Lakes Road

Tabernacle, New Jersey 08088

609-268-8383 ~ www.holyeucharist.org

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M ASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK

Holy Rosary is said

every Sunday

morning at 8 am

just before the

beginning of the

8:30 Mass.

Communion

Service Every

Tuesday

at 9:00 am Except

on Holy Days

A NOTE FROM FATHER ANDREW

Dear Parish Family,

How time flies February is a couple of days away and with it the feast of the Presentation of the Lord in

the temple also known as Candlemas day. This feast day falls on Thursday this week February 2nd.

This feast is celebrated forty days after Christmas and commemorates the presentation of Jesus and the purification of Mary

in the Jerusalem temple. The name “Candlemas” focuses attention on the candlelight procession that is a part of the liturgy.

It became customary to bless not only the candles carried in the procession but also the year’s supply of liturgical candles. We

will begin Thursday’s liturgy around the baptismal font at 9:00am with the blessing and procession of candles followed by

celebration of the Eucharist. If you have any candles that you would like blessed please bring them with you that morning. At

the end of Mass you will be invited to take a candle home as you leave to use throughout the year. We will also distribute

some candles to the Home Bound ministers who will be visiting the sick.

Don’t forget to check into and sign up for our new on-ling giving program. Just go to the website and click on GIVING and

follow the instructions.

On Friday, February 3rd we celebrate St. Blaise, this is the day we normally have the blessing of throats but because the feast

falls so close to the weekend we will have the blessing of throats at all the weekend masses.

“Rejoice and be glad, for your reward will be great in heaven.” Here, in a nutshell, is the Christian belief about the afterlife. We trust

that heaven is open to believers who accept the gift of salvation and follow the way of the Lord, even (or especially) when that

way is difficult! The beatitudes in today’s Gospel give us a program for following the path to heaven. These famous words

offer a kind of twofold image. There are, on the one hand, the beatitudes about what we should do and be: poor in spirit,

meek, merciful, clean of heart, and peacemakers. Such qualities are reflections of the nature of God in whose image we are

meant to live. When we embrace and reflect this image to the world, there is no doubt we are walking on the path of God’s

will. Then, there are also the beatitudes about what we are called to endure: mourning, hunger for righteousness, persecutions

and insults due to our belief in Jesus. These are the trials that often beset the life of a faithful Christian—admittedly more so in

some ages and areas than in others. But Jesus makes it clear that even these trials and struggles are a sign that a Christian is on

the right path, not that God has abandoned him or her, but that the reward of heaven lies around the corner. One of the

greatest consolations of our faith is that even when life does not unfold according to our own perfect designs, even when there

is suffering to deal with, even when we do not have great success in the eyes of the world, we can maintain hope and peace as

we await the “reward” of the just. The eternal happiness of heaven will be worth every ounce of temporary trial here on earth.

Looking forward to seeing you on the weekend!

Fr Andrew

Saturday, January 28 5:00 pm Yolande & Dominick DeTata— Gerald & Family

Jonathan Minder—Jane Steinlauf

Sunday, January 29 8:30 am People of the Parish

10:30 am Elizabeth Lotierzo — Daughter Marie Lee

Harry Lockwood — Breakfast Club

6:00 pm Philomena Centrone—Thomas Hudak

Mildred Orrecchio—Richard and Lucia Myers

Monday January 30 9:00 am Ken Yates—Dave & Elda Goss

Dario DiDaniele—John & Joy DeLuca

Wednesday, February 1 9:00 am Mary Kovolick — Frank & Joanne O’Brien

Marie O’hanlan —Mr & Mrs Raymond A Hartman

Thursday, February 2 9:00 am Regina Lajkowicz—Jim, Lisa, Erin, Thomasd & Sarah Gillespie

Friday, February 3 9:00 am In Thanksgiving

Marnie Singer—Rose Kenney

Saturday, February 4 5:00 pm Cindy McConnell— Mr. & Mrs. August Zampetta

Jonathan Minder—Russ & Marty

Sunday, February 5 8:30 am Bonnie Walker—Frank & Joanne O’Brien

Ken Yates— Stephen & Barbara Herko

10:30 am Harold Schultz — Connie & Frank Marzullo

John W Parks — Marie Durbano

6:00 pm People of the Parish

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BAPTISM Your child’s Baptism is a time for celebration in our parish community! Baptism is the basis of the whole Chris-tian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit & the door which gives access to the other sacraments.

Baptism Dates: February 12th, March 12th & April 9th at 1 pm Baptism Prep Classes: February 24th, March 24th April 28th at 7pm

The Catholic Community of Holy Eucharist rejoices each time a child is baptized! We thank you for sharing the joy and the responsibility of bringing up your child in the Faith with us.

To register for a class please go to our website http://www.holyeucharist.org/#/sacraments/baptism and fill out the form

or call 268-8383 x100 if you have any questions.

OUR G IVING BACK TO GOD

REMEMBERING OUR S ICK Johanna van Lammermen, Betty Sleda, Marion Lauterborn, Robert Mikulski, Edith Moore, John & Carol Urmson,

Sandy Mac, Anne Marie Kelly, Karen Achey, Joyce Mueller, Suzanne Haugh, Walter Weis, Sarah Casnet, Catherine Roberts. Robert Fenton, Michael Tocco Jr., Connie Marzullo, Tony Palumbo, Anita Halber, Jovita Danna, Yvonne

Perrottett, Patricia Bradshaw, Jay Ale, John DiPietropolo, Joy DeLuca, Eileen Dianora, Patrick Spang, Doug Heiss, Danielle McCoskey, Trisha Wade, Patricia & Donald Herpen, Lori Carpenter, Melissa Carpenter, Valerie Carpenter,

Helen Siedlecki, Anthony Walsh, Lisa Trinkle, Martin Nicholson, Margaret Maina, Richard Quinones, Mary Meagher, Marge Hogan, Christian Zuba, Harold Moore, Brendan Moore, Judy Zurlo, Bob & Claudia Legato, Alan

Mack, Shirley Tucker, Raymond Charlton, Denise Panico, Valerie Quinn, Martin Grzechowiak, Genaro Gonzalez,

Marie Cronk, Kara McCrink Dalonzo, Trevor Wilson, Mary Parnell, Elizabeth Miller, Sally Di Bella, Loretta Nixon, Patricia Sicilia, Mary Valiante, Nancy Valaika, Daniel Cross, Frank Ryan, Darlene Stanley, Robert Rhoads, Tom Mauchly, Catherine Ferri

Please note: A continuing list of the sick will be listed in “The Book of the Sick.” Please see or visit the Book of the Sick located on the

table at the main entrance to the Worship Space. Write in the name of those you wish the community to hold in prayer. This book will be

brought up with the gifts and the prayer intentions.

January 22nd Collection: $14,059.25

Connect Now Online Giving:

http://holyeucharist.org/#/welcome/giving

Text Contribution to 609-224-1774

January 29, 2017 - 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time

“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” Matthew 5:3

This one confuses people. Replace the word “humble” for “poor” and it makes more sense. People

that are humble recognize their dependence on God and trust that He will provide all that they need.

Unfortunately, for many of us, pride and ego enters our lives and we think we can live without God.

Remember – God first in all circumstances.

Visit the parish website

for more information.

www.holyeucharist.org

Thank You For Your

Continued Generosity

The next Seniors Meeting will be held Thursday, February 2, 2017 @ 1:00 pm. All are welcome to come play bingo.

HOLY EUCHARIST SENIORS CLUB

ONLINE G IVING

Last week we announced that we’re now offering a new Connect Now Online Giving program. If you manage

your bills online, we’re sure you’ll like giving to your church online. It’s safe and secure, and you decide exactly

when your gift is made and where it goes. Online Giving lets you set up a recurring donation or a one-time contri-

bution so you’ll be able to give the way you want—even if you’ve forgotten your envelope. You can transfer funds

from your checking account, use your debit or credit card and even text your contribution. Please visit

http://holyeucharist.org/#/welcome/giving to learn more and get started with this convenient giving option.

Text your contribution to 609 224-1774. ( sign up is required the first time you use texting).

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ST. V INCENT DE PAUL

The 2017 winter has arrived, the cold weather is here for the long run and the economic crisis continues to increase the number of families coming into our food pantry. We have over 100 families using our pantry on a monthly basis. We need to purchase more food because of the increase and the rising cost of food. Because of these circumstances, we are asking you to donate items to our pantry. We are always in need of all paper products, detergent, soap, shampoo, toothpaste, peanut butter & jelly and canned meats.

REMEMBER THOSE IN NEED

Purchasing Super Market Certificates and "Bread Are Given Cards" are another way of helping us help others. Certifi-cates are sold after all masses on the weekend in the Café( (5% of your purchases benefits our society) Again because of our wonderful parishioner’s generosity and continued support, we are able to help many families get through these very difficult economic times. God bless you!

Items needed this Week : Canned Meats: Spaghetti & Meatball, Ravioli, Chili, Chicken, Turkey, Beef Stew, Spam, &

Tuna

Worry means to think about problems or fears. It is to feel concern about something bad that might hap-

pen to us. We turn over and over in our minds events that are beyond our control in some hopes of tak-

ing control. Jesus taught very practically that worry is useless. It does not add to our lives and can only

distract us from enjoying what God has given us. In this series we will look at the useless nature of wor-

ry and how to fight against it.

Week 4

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-17

Often our worries are caused by the baggage we carry, unconfessed sin, fear we'll get caught or our own self destructive

tendencies will get the best of us. Jesus calls us to turn from our sin, turn from the self-defeating attitudes and believe

the Good News, repent so we can enter into his kingdom as God's beloved sons and daughters. Leave your cares be-

hind and follow Jesus as the apostles did.

Questions

1. How have your worries changed over the years? What did you once worry about that no longer concerns you?

2. The Israelites had a legitimate concern. How did they mishandle that concern?

3. When have you done something that just didn’t make any sense because you allowed worry to drive your decision

making process?

4. What does the word repent mean to you?

5. Read aloud Isaiah 30:15. What does that verse mean to you when it comes to worry?

6. What are your take aways from this series? Have you reduced the worry in your life at all?

M ESSAGE S ERIES - GREATER T HAN >

PRAYER SHAWL M INISTRY

Is undergoing a medical procedure?

Is ill? Or recovering?

Is celebrating: A Birthday?

An Engagement?

An Anniversary?

New baby?

Is pregnant? Or nursing?

Is grieving? Or stressed?

Is homebound?

Is new to the neighborhood?

Could use some comfort?

Or ???

NEW Meeting Time Available! The Prayer Shawl Ministry is offering an evening session!

We teach! All are welcome!

Interested? Contact Lynn Keefer at 856-630-3344 or Lkeefer44@comcast.net

Know someone who?

Consider gifting them with a Prayer Shawl and our continued prayers for them! Available in the Hope Office.

Free of charge....compliments of the Prayer Shawl Ministry

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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Interested in becoming a Knights of Columbus? We would be honored to welcome you. Please contact Chancellor

Martin Gottel 609-784-4237 or Deputy Grand Knight Jerry Gunzelman 609-335-1612

Consider Joining a Small Group This Lent

What is a “Small Group”?

Small groups are faith communities that provide an opportunity for parishioners to get to know one another better in a

unique, comfortable, and casual setting: the home. The groups help participants deepen your faith and integrate it

more fully into your work and relationships. Sometimes we may find it difficult to apply what takes place at Sunday

Mass to the rest of the week. The small group experience enhances the Sunday liturgy for its members, by helping us to

better apply the teachings of the Mass to our daily lives and become more engaged in the faith community.

Sounds good but what does it look like?

The Small Groups will meet in a Host’s home or at the parish once a week for 6 weeks for about 90 minutes beginning

the first week of Lent. Small Group Leaders and Hosts will work together to decide on a day and time for their meet-

ings. We will be using the Lenten Longings program from Renew International. Lent invites us to a time of prayer,

reflection, and conversion. Make a six-week retreat by exploring the Sunday readings of Lent. Simple language and

everyday metaphors steep you in the season’s promptings to surrender self, work for justice, and deepen prayer life.

Each session will include faith-sharing, prayer, reflection, and discussion about a topic.

How do I get more information and sign up?

In early February, you will have the opportunity to sign up for small groups and designate your preference for the kind

of your group (married with children, women only, men only, young adults, etc.). Look for an announcement through

our bulletin, website, Facebook page and weekly email.

2016 Contribution Statements can be requested through our website http://holyeucharist.org/#/welcome/contribution-

statements. Please enter the required information & statements will be mailed January 31, 2017. If unable to access our

website, complete the form below & place it in the Sunday Collection Basket. If you received a statement last year you

will automatically receive one this year.

2016 C ONTRIBUTION STATEMENTS

Name: ___________________________ Address: ______________________________

Envelope No.: _____________________ City, Zip: ______________________________

Email: _________________________________

SMALL GROUP THIS LENT

Holy Eucharist Church is celebrating Scout Sunday next Sunday, February 5, 2017 at the 10:30 Mass.

Scout Sunday commemorates the anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America. All Scouts & Scouters are

asked to wear their uniforms.

If you are interested in learning more about Scouting programs, please contact Janet Boris at the Garden

State Council, BSA, 609-261-5850 x211.

SCOUT SUNDAY

BLESSING OF THE THROATS On Friday, February 3rd we celebrate St. Blaise, this is the day we normally have the blessing of throats but because the

feast falls so close to the weekend we will have the blessing of throats at all the weekend masses February 4th & 5th.

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Welcome to Church of the Holy Eucharist. May you encounter Jesus Christ in His church and in His

sacraments through your participation in our Parish community. Visit our Welcome Center before or after our week-

end masses for any information on our parish, it’s ministries and it’s community.

We sincerely welcome you!

Pastoral Staff 609 268 8383

Andrew Jamieson, Pastor Ext. 102

avjjr@holyeucharist.org

Dottie Connelly, Communications Coordinator Ext. 107

dconnelly@holyeucharist.org

Joseph DeLuca, Deacon Ext. 114

jdeluca@holyeucharist.org

Kelley Derricott, Maintenance Ext. 109

kderricott@holyeucharist.org

Kenneth Domzalski, Deacon Ext. 116

kdomzalski@holyeucharist.org

Justina Fenton, Administrative Assistant Ext. 100

jfenton@holyeucharist.org

Anne Marie Kelly, Rectory Assistant

Regan Peiffer, Music Director Ext. 105

rpeiffer@holyeucharist.org

Donna Remaley, Faith Formation Coordinator Ext. 106

dremaley@holyeucharist.org

Jack Schell, Facilities Manager Ext. 109

Mary Warner, Business Manager Ext. 101

mwarner@holyeucharist.org

Christine Webb, Protecting God’s Children Ext. 104

cwebb@holyeucharist.org

Mass Schedule Saturday Evening Vigil: 5:00pm

Sunday: 8:30am & 10:30am & 6:00pm

Weekdays: 9:00am (except Tuesday & Saturday)

Tuesdays: 9:00am - Communion Service

Holy Days: 9:00am & 7:00pm

Miraculous Medal Novena: Monday 9:30 am

Children’s Liturgy of the Word: Saturday 5:00pm and Sunday

8:30am, 10:30am Sept. through May

Preschool Kidzone: Saturday 5:00pm and

Sunday 8:30am, 10:30am Sept. through May

Stay Connected Parish Office Hours Monday - Friday 9 am - 4:30 pm

Food Pantry Hours Tuesday & Thursday 10 am-12 pm

Office 609-268-8383

Fax 609-268-3294

Music Office 609-268-1119

St. Vincent De Paul 609-268-0005

HOPE 609-268-1818

Website www.holyeucharist.org

E-mail hec@holyeucharist.org

Facebook facebook.com/holyeucharistchurch

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Sacraments

Visit our website for complete details—

http://holyeucharist.org/#/sacraments

Reconciliation:

Saturday 3:30-4:30pm or by appointment.

Baptism:

Your child’s baptism is a time for celebration in our parish. It is our mission to guide parents to bring your child to the waters of baptism.

Stop by our Welcome Center on the weekends, call our parish office

for more details or complete the form on

http://www.holyeucharist.org/#/sacraments/baptism

Marriage: Couples wishing to celebrate and consecrate their love

are asked to call the parish office or complete the form on http://www.holyeucharist.org/#/sacraments/marriage

to request a wedding date a year in advance. At least one person

should be a registered member of the parish. Congratulations!

Faith Formation

Holy Eucharist parish is totally committed to family life and to help-

ing you foster faith in your children. Our Faith Formation Program is created to assist you in doing just that. Our program creates oppor-

tunities for families to pray together, grow as disciples and develop spiritual habits that will lead them into a deeper relationship with

Christ. For more information contact us at 609 268-7742, visit our

website http://holyeucharist.org/#/kidsyouth/family-faith-formation or email Donna Remaley at dremaley@holyeucharist.org

RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults

Anyone who is searching and may be thinking of becoming a Catho-

lic Christian or a baptized Catholic who is interested in continuing

their own journey of faith and have not received the other Sacra-

ments of Initiation (Eucharist and Confirmation)

Please call the parish office at 609 268 8383

Sacramental Sponsorship Certificate This is a form

required to be a Godparent or Sponsor for Baptism or Confirmation.

A certificate can be obtained from our parish office. Please call for

more details ( 609 268 8383 ext. 100)

Funerals We ask you to first contact your Funeral Director.

The Funeral Director will contact the Church to make the arrange-ments. For more information about funeral planning at Holy Eucha-

rist visit

http://holyeucharist.org/#/mass-times-and-calendar/funerals