From the Pastor
July 12, 2015
15th Sunday in
Ordinary Time - B
In week 5 of my
summer sacred
study series on
the 4 Eucharistic
Prayers
for
Various Needs
[EPFVN], which is one EP with 4 themes, we
reflect on the Preface for EPFVN-II: ‘God Guides
His Church Along the Way of Salvation.’ This
variation of the EPFVN is suggested when Mass
is offered: For the Church, For Vocations to Holy
Orders, For the Laity, For the Family, For
Religious, For Vocations to Religious Life, For
Charity, For Relatives and Friends, and For
Giving Thanks to God.
This Preface beautifully recaps God’s powerful
‘hand and arm’ as seen above in Michelangelo’s
Sistine Chapel famous fresco, giving a share in
divine life to Adam. However, it is God’s
UNSEEN hand and arm - as they were ’seen’ in
the powerful deeds of old, like the Passover of
Moses’ days - and in Christ’s Passover as He
endured His Passion and Death and rose
victorious over sin and evil in His Resurrection.
That is what we celebrate in this Preface:
Preface for EPFVN-II: God Guides His Church
Along the Way of Salvation
It is truly right and just, our duty and our salvation,
always and everywhere to give you thanks,
Lord, holy Father, creator of the world
and source of all life.
For you never forsake the works of your wisdom,
but by your providence
are even now at work in our midst.
With mighty hand and outstretched arm
you led your people Israel through the desert.
Now, as your Church makes her pilgrim journey
in the world, you always accompany her
by the power of the Holy Spirit
and lead her along the paths of time
to the eternal joy of your Kingdom,
through Christ our Lord.
And so, with the Angels and Saints, we, too, sing the
hymn of your glory, as without end we acclaim:
”With Mighty Hand and Outstretched Arm.” As
mentioned above, God - on occasion - ‘shows
His hand [and arm]’ - as in the awesome deeds
by which He redeemed His People. As a Priest I
am awed and honored to so often BE the
outstretched hand and arm through which God
acts today. For in many Sacraments and other
rites, the rubrics direct the ordained minister to
stretch out his right hand, both hands and/or
both arms over things and people. For instance:
I extend my hand over those to be Baptized as I
say the Prayer of Exorcism, which asks God to
protect them from the sinful inclinations of the
Evil One. In Confirmation and in the RCIA Rites
by which adults become Catholic I extend my
hands over the Candidates to bless and prepare
them and to give them the Gift of the Holy
Spirit. In Confession I extend my hand over
penitents as I say the Prayer of Absolution. At a
wedding I extend my hands over the Bride and
Groom to impose the beautiful Nuptial Blessing
on them, just as I extend hands over the People
to impart a single or triple Solemn Blessing.
In the Anointing of the Sick I actually lay hands
on the head of those to be strengthened by this
healing Sacrament. In Holy Orders, after the
Bishop lays hands on the head of the man being
ordained a Priest, all Priests lay hands on his
head to welcome them into the brotherhood of
the Presbyterate and to show they now share in
our priestly powers. At the Ordination of a
Bishop, only his brother Bishops lay hands on
his head. For Deacons, only the Bishop lays
hands on his head; all other Deacons simply
offer them the Kiss of Peace to show their unity.
But above all, my greatest honor is at holy Mass,
when, during the Eucharistic Prayer, I extend
my hands over the bread and wine to infuse
them with the Holy Spirit. The technical term
for this is the Epiclesis, a Greek word that means
an ‘Invocation’ or ‘calling down from on high.’
How humbling to realize that through my sinful,
imperfect hands, God the Father sends God the
Holy Spirit upon the offerings that are about to
become God the Son!
Some say this is all just ‘Catholic aerobics’ - cute
choreography - or like the magician’s ‘hocus
pocus.’ If you recall from a previous article, the
term ‘hocus pocus’ was a derogatory insult, an
anti-Catholic parody of the words of Institution,
’Hoc est corpus meum’ - ‘This is my Body!’ But it
is through sacramental signs and symbols that
God Guides His Church Along the Way of
Salvation!
How awesome is our Catholic
understanding of the Most Holy Eucharist!
In His holy Name,
Rev. Thomas J. Serafin
Mass or Communion Prayer Service Intentions
th
Saturday
Vigil: 15 Sunday in Ordinary Time
5:00 pm John Batura
r/o: Eleanor Batura
Sunday
8:00 am
9:30 am
th
15 Sunday in Ordinary Time
Julia Stackowski
r/o: Anita & Larry Wuest
Duke Hauck
r/o: Maureen & John Lybarger
11:30 am Lenore Proetto
r/o: Joe & Susan Mania & family
Monday
9:00 am
Anita Faith Rowell
r/o: Michael & Teresa Tomcho
9:45 am Michael Tomcho, Sr.
r/o: Gloria Tomcho
Tuesday
9:00 am
Saint Kateri Tekakwitha
Patricia Fairbanks
r/o: Susan Apisa
9:45 am Dr. Tumillo, Sr.
r/o: Ted Deptulski
Wednesday Saint Bonaventure
9:00 am Pietro Dalla Caneve
r/o: Elaine Kling
9:45 am Elizabeth Woodin
r/o: Connolly family
Thursday
9:00 am
Chip Higgins
Friday
9:00 am
Prayer Service with Holy Communion
r/o: Ronnie, John, Katie, Tim Althamer
Saturday
Vigil: 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
5:00 pm Victoria Melitsky
r/o: James Melitski family
Sunday
8:00 am
9:30 am
th
16 Sunday in Ordinary Time
Mary DeRose
r/o: Anita & Larry Wuest
Daniel & Emma Caetano
r/o: Dolores Gomez
11:30 am Duke Hauck
r/o: Joan Drake
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The Sanctuary Lamp will burn this week
in celebration of the 40th Wedding Anniversary of
Tom & Valerie Kikolski
2nd Collection - July 11 & 12
2015 Mission Cooperation Plan
This year’s Mission Cooperation Plan speaker is
unable to be here as he had to go back to
Pakistan unexpectedly. As a native of Pakistan,
our PCL, Mariam Nawab, will speak at all Masses
about the persecutions and difficulties Catholics
still face in Pakistan. Your generous support to
this year’s Mission Cooperation Plan is most
appreciated.
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 Boland
Kathy Ibbetson
Carol Clerico
Josephine Knobloch
Dan Cummings
Dave Kreutzer
Jocelyn Eckardt
Julianne Mazur
Bill Gallagher
Chris Santella
James Hegadorn
Christopher Viscuso
Mary Hotaling
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… Jeffrey Ferrante
Ministers of the Liturgy
We acknowledge with appreciation the following
Liturgical Ministers who will serve at next weekend’s
Masses: July 18 & 19
5:00 PM Mass
Sacristan: Ruth Pryor; EMs: Denise Verdicchio,
Marion Bergen, Rita Koch, Edward Koch,
Patricia Snyder, Cindy Campbell, Floyd Campbell,
Linda
Augustine;
Readers:
Joe
Mania,
Georgann Scibilia; Altar Servers: Erin Devine,
Curtis
Quintos,
Colleen
McLoughlin,
Bridget McLoughlin
8:00 AM Mass
Sacristan: Anita & Larry Wuest; EMs: Kathleen Urban,
Walter Urban, Fran McAfee, Gertrude Neis,
Norma Santella, Wendy VanDine, Pat Sheeto,
Ann Letchford; Readers: Elizabeth Leonard,
Louis Ambio; Altar Servers: Sarah Wooby,
Julia Wooby, Lukas VanDine, Lily VanDine
9:30 AM Mass
Sacristan: Dot Scarpa; EMs: Sharon Boehmer,
Barbara Hartom, Christine Kukel, Maureen Lybarger,
Dorothy
Scarpa,
Fran
Wasitowski,
Marian
Wasitowski,
Kate
Zaleski;
Readers:
Molly Weber, Bill Weber; Altar Servers: Kyle Robison,
Danielle Ferrari, Katelyn Richardson, Jack Robison
11:30 AM Mass
Sacristan: Debbie Mehl; EMs: Mike Schuler,
Helen Schuler, Terry Walten, Maureen Sammis,
Christine Walker, Karen Geddis, Monica Haldeman,
Patrick
Norris;
Readers:
Fred
Gentzel,
Robert Lucchesi; Altar Servers: Jenna Kotlar,
Julia Clark, Emma Hojnoski, Lauren Kenny
Thank you Knights of Columbus!
All the televisions have been
disposed of.
Thank you to our
Knights for their help.
Parish Ministry Contacts
To 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 x20
Adult Faith Formation ..... Diane Luceri ~ 782-1475 x14
Baptismal Prep ........... Anne & Brian Moore ~ 534-2136
Cancer Support Group ...... Andrew Casella ~ 782-1475
Employment Group ................ Deacon Mike ~ 400-3036
EM of Holy Communion/Homebound/Hospital .............
Larry Dawkins ~ 284-1617
Fatima Rosary .............................. Shirley Frey ~ 806-4889
Knights of Columbus . Floyd Campbell ~ 732-598-5905
Lazarus Ministry ......................... Anne Hayes ~ 751-5660
Linens Ministry .......................... Parish Office ~ 782-1475
Liturgical Environment ...... Norma Santella ~ 782-1475
Men’s Club .......................... Deacon Paul ~ 782-1475 x13
Military Outreach ...... Chris McPherson ~908-246-5114
Prayer Shawls ........................ Judy Herdman ~ 782-7973
Pat Rivero ~ 806-7890
Readers ........................... Ann McCrystal ~ 908-797-4070
Georgann Scibilia ~ 908-782-6625
Respect for Life........................ Helen Schuler ~ 369-6618
R.C.I.A. ................................. Diane Luceri ~ 782-1475 x14
Sacristans ........... Maureen & John Lybarger ~ 369-5331
Usher/Minister of Hospitality .... Bob Caron ~ 236-6492
Wedding Coordinator ...........Geri Kaczorek ~ 369-3712
Women’s Spirituality ..... Loraine Richmond ~ 725-2502
Youth Ministries
Altar Servers ....................... Suzanne Wooby ~ 369-6390
Children’s Choir ........................Coleen Cucci ~ 346-0367
Children’s Liturgy (CLOW) ... Kelly Robison ~ 284-2234
Religious Formation Main Line ......................... 284-2929
P.C.L............................. Mariam Nawab ~ 284-2929 x23
Confirmation ..................... Jenni Clark ~ 284-2929 x24
RF Secretary................................Gina Perez ~ 284-2929
Safe Environment Background Coordinator ................
Helen Schuler ~ 369-6618
Summer RF..................................Gina Perez ~ 284-2929
Karen Baron ~ 806-4384
WINGS Teen Ministry ......... Jenni Clark ~ 284-2929 x24
Last Weekend’s Collection
June 28
$12,949.00
July 5
$10,394.65
Thank you!
Renegotiated Mortgage Information
New Mortgage (5/1/2015)
$ 1,865,560.60
Principal Paid to Date
$
5,820.42
Interest Paid to Date
$
6,586.47
Current Balance (6/1/2015)
$ 1,859,740.16
Monthly Payment
$
12,406.89
Brief Eucharistic Adoration at the end of Masses
July 26, August 2, August 9, August 16
The 16th, 17th, 18th & 19th Sundays in Ordinary Time - B
In the 3-year cycle of Sunday readings, Year ‘A’
highlights Matthew’s Gospel; the current Year
‘B’ is Mark and Year ‘C’ is Luke. Mark’s Gospel,
the shortest, does not cover the year, so for 5
weeks we read from Chapter 6 of John’s Gospel:
the ‘Bread of Life Discourse’ in which Jesus
declares, “I am the Bread of Life!” For 4 weeks
we will end Mass with a brief taste of an ancient
ritual: Eucharistic Adoration. [The theme of the 5th
week is less Eucharistic, so we will not have Adoration.]
Jesus often said we need to be in His Presence:
“Come to me, all who labor … and I will give you
rest.” [Matthew 11:28] “I am with you always until
the end of time.” [28:20] “Can you not watch one
hour with me?” [Mark 14:37] “Remain in me as I
remain in you.” [John 15:4] How blessed are they
who ‘make a visit’ to the Blessed Sacrament …
just to be in Christ’s Real Presence!
Each weekend’s Mass will end similarly: after
Communion has been distributed, the Blessed
Sacrament will remain on the Altar as all remain
kneeling. Then all stand for the Prayer after
Communion, [announcements are made earlier] and
then kneel again to sing a hymn of various
traditions that adores or extols Christ’s Real
Presence. After the Sacrament is reposed in the
Tabernacle, all stand for the Blessing, Dismissal
and an instrumental Recessional.
On July 26 and August 2 the Hosts will be left in
its usual ciborium for Adoration; no incense is
used; on August 9 and 16 we will ‘expose’ the
Sacrament in a monstrance, which requires at
least 4 candles and incense. On August 9 Mass
will end as above; on the 16th the Priest,
donning a humeral veil, will impart the
Eucharistic Blessing. May this taste of this
venerable rite help us better appreciate Christ’s
Real Presence in the Eucharist, and encourage
more people to frequently ‘visit’ the Tabernacle
during the week to ‘watch one hour’ [Mark 14:37]
with our Eucharistic Lord.
Note: since Christ is equally present when the
Host is ‘exposed’ in a monstrance, in a ciborium
or in the Tabernacle, a SINGLE knee
genuflection is the proper the sign of reverence;
the
‘double
knee’ genuflection
during
adoration, taught to many of us, has been
suppressed. [C.f.: Order for the Solemn Exposition of
the Holy Eucharist, #9, from the document Holy
Communion and Worship of the Eucharist Outside of Mass,
#84.]
Catechetical Sunday
September 13, 2015
This Year’s Theme:
Safeguarding the Dignity of Every
Human Person. A Year of Mercy.
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 Mass at 9:30 followed by a
reception.
Upcoming RF Meetings
Aug. 9, 2015 - Grade Coord. Mtg-10:30 ACR
Aug. 23, 2015 - Bldg Coord/Hall Mon. Mtg 10:30
Aug. 30, 2015 - Catechist/Aide Mtg 10:30-HFR
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Mandatory Training for all New Catechists
Echoes of Faith - The Methodology Set
Methodology Part 1: New Catechist Training
Sunday, August 9 - 10:30AM-12PM OR
Tuesday, August 25 - 7:00-8:30 PM
Methodology Part 2:
Catechism of the Catholic Church
Sunday, September 13 - 10:30AM-12:30PM
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Additional Training for Full Catechist
Certification - Echoes of Faith
The Catechetical Set: Sundays-10:30-12:30pm
Getting Started as a Catechist: October 4, 2015
Role of the Catechist:
October 11, 2015
The Person of the Catechist: October 18, 2015
The Theology Set:
Scripture:
Summer Series July 13, 14, 15
9:30-11:00 am OR 7:00-8:30 pm
OR Unlocking the Mysteries of the Bible
Weds. - Jan. 6th-March 2
9:30-11:00am OR 7:30-9:00pm
OR Symbolon Sessions during all RF times
or Tuesday AM-Jan. 4, Jan. 25, Feb. 29
Prayer:
Sunday, Aug. 16, 10:30-12:30 pm
The following are from 7:00-9:00pm:
The Creed:
September 1, 2015 - Part 1 of 2
September 8, 2015 - Part 2 of 2
Liturgy & Sacraments:
January 5, 2016 - Part 1 of 2
January 12, 2016 - Part 2 of 2
Catholic Morality:
January 19, 2016 - Part 1 of 2
January 26, 2016 - Part 2 of 2
Religious Formation News
***DATE CHANGE***
RELIGIOUS FORMATION
CLASSES RESUME
SEPTEMBER 8, 2015
We are now offering Religious Formation
Classes for Children entering:
KINDERGARTEN
AT NO COST!
Beginning in September 2015
Tuesday Afternoons 4:45-6:00pm
Attention Parents of Upcoming 2nd Graders
Mark Your Calendars!
There will be a meeting for parents of upcoming
2nd graders on September 21, 2015 at 12:30pm
OR 7:30pm in the Holy Family Room.
Attention Parents of Upcoming 5th-8th Graders
Mark Your Calendars!
There will be a meeting for parents of upcoming
5th-8th graders on the first day of Religious
Formation Sessions immediately after the Prayer
Service. This meeting will focus on the Family
Life Program followed by refreshments in the
Parish Hall.
2015-2016 Fall Religious Formation
We Need Your Help for the Following:
Catechists Needed
Mon Afternoon (4:45-6:00): 6th Grade
Mon Evening (7:00-8:30):
8th Grade
Kindergarten Class
Childcare Adult
Wednesday Afternoon:
4:45-6:00pm
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Upcoming SRF Events
July 11, 12, 2015:
5:00pm & 11:30am Special
Blessing Masses
July 13, 2015:
Gr. 5 Mass 9:45
July 14, 2015:
Gr. 6 Mass 9:45
July 15, 2015:
Gr. 1&7 Mass 9:45
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2015-2016 Fall Religious Formation
Attention Fall Religious Formation Parents:
Registration is currently in progress. Please
return the Grade Form, Fee Form and the White
Time & Talent Form when you submit your
registration forms.
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 dluceri@easeton.net
Summer Faith Formation!
Summer Scripture Series
July 13, 14, 15, 9:30-11:00 am OR 7:00-8:30 pm
Join us THIS WEEK for this NEW Scripture
Series! This is a great time to learn about the
Bible, especially as there are many challenges
today about the Bible and the authenticity of
what it reveals. Take this time to be informed!
Each session stands alone, and there is no cost
or materials required for these sessions. All are
welcome! We will be meeting in the Holy
Family Room at SEAS. Topics:
Divine Revelation (Monday, 7/13)
Today many people feel they can decide for
themselves what is true, and what is morally
right and wrong, and ultimately decide what
God wants for their lives. In this session we will
see that God loves us too much to leave us to
our own devices! Instead, he lovingly revealed
himself and showed us the truth and his plan
for our lives by sending his Son, Jesus Christ, as
the fullness of his divine disclosure. See how
this Divine Revelation has been passed down
through the centuries in this session!
The Bible (Tuesday, 7/14)
Most people know what a Bible is, even if they
have never read a word of it. If you ask them
what it contains, they probably will say it is full
of a lot of rules and moral teachings, and some
stories they learned as a child. But the Bible is
much more than that - it is God’s love letter to
humanity! Come see how in this session!
The Story of Salvation (Wednesday, 7/15)
The story of salvation is the “greatest story ever
told!” This story assures us that there is a
purpose to life and a reason for our own lives.
This is the story of God’s amazing love for us one that is not complete without each one of
us! How important it is that we know this story!
Lighthouse Catholic Media CDs and Books
**Located on kiosks in hallway outside narthex
and in foyer outside parish hall
As you venture on those long car rides to your
vacation or while relaxing at the beach, why not
take along a few of the Catholic CDs and books?
We have several new titles for you to choose
from at amazing prices - only $3 a CD, $4 for a
book. Many of the new offerings are related to
the upcoming World Meeting of Families and
the Papal visit that will be happening in
September. In addition, there is a new DVD What Every Catholic Needs to Know About the
Pope ($5 each)
FALL PROGRAMS
The Prophets Bible Study
Wednesdays: 9:30-11:15 am or 7:30-9:15 pm
September 30th - December 9th, 2015
The importance of the prophetic books is
incalculable as it is nearly impossible to
understand the work and message of Jesus
without them. Who were the prophets? What
was their role in their own day? How should we
read and understand their prophetic messages?
Come find the answers to these questions and
much more! Materials required: Study binder
($35), New American Bible, Catechism of the
Catholic Church.
Can’t make it to all the sessions? Can’t come to
any sessions at all but would love to do this
study? We will have a new option for this
program to access this study “virtually.” Stay
tuned for more information!
Beloved: Program for Married Couples
Tuesday evenings, 7:30-9:00 PM
Sept. 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? 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.
We will meet every other week, but each
session stands on its own. Please register by
contacting Diane Luceri.
SEAS News
Seton Men’s Club - Upcoming Meeting
Symbolon Sessions on the basics of the Catholic
Faith 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
+ Have you been considering the possibility of
becoming a member of the Catholic Church?
+ Is there someone in your life - a spouse,
fiancé, child - with whom you’d like to share
their Catholic Faith?
+ Have you been coming to Mass for years and
feel now is the time for you to become a
member of the parish community?
Whatever your reasons might be for choosing
to become Catholic, beneath that choice is God
who is calling you to “Come and see!”
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is
the way in which adults become fully active,
participating members of the Catholic Church.
The next meeting sponsored by the Men’s Club
will be on Thursday, August 13 at 7:30 PM in
the Holy Family Room.
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Gardening Ministry
A small group of people is starting
to come together 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 call the Parish Office - 908-782-1475 x10.
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Prayer Shawl Ministry
The next meeting of the Prayer
Shawl Ministry will be on Thursday,
August 13, 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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Women’s Spirituality Group
The RCIA is intended for:
 adults who are not baptized,
 adults who have been baptized into a nonCatholic denomination,
 Catholics who have been baptized but have
never received Eucharist or Confirmation.
A sneak peak for this fall!
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 dluceri@easeton.net. Adult
Catholics needing Confirmation should also
contact Diane.
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- Sister Mary Cleary has informed us that the
title for her presentation at the WSG Day of
Reflection on Saturday, October 10 will be
"Untying the Knots of Our Lives with God's
Mercy".
- We look forward to our first meeting of next
year on Thursday, October 1 at 7:30 PM.
Judy Ashcraft has agreed lead our first
meeting of the next year with her
presentation on the Shroud of Turin.
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Cleaning your home?
When you're doing your Spring - or Summer Cleaning please help Catholic Charities continue
its mission by donating Clothing, Shoes, and
Household items in our donation bin located in
the parking lot. Your continued generosity is
appreciated. If you have large pick up, need a
receipt, or have a question, please call the toll
free number 877-343-3651.
Summer Envelopes
We sincerely thank our parishioners
who mail or deliver your weekly
envelopes to the parish office while
you are out-of-town on vacations this
summer.
As many of you
understand,
our
parish
expenses
and
obligations do not take a vacation when you do,
so it is very helpful to be able to rely on your
continued support even when you cannot
personally attend Mass here.
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Current News from a Catholic Point of View
For current news from a Catholic point of view,
always check out the United States Conference
of
Catholic
Bishops
‘USCCB’
website
[http://usccb.org] and the Vatican Website
[http://w2.vatican.va/content/vatican/en.html].
Mark them both among your favorites and
check often - if not daily!
The USCCB also has many opportunities to pray
for various items daily. You can even get
reminders sent to you by email! Stay informed
from a Catholic point of view - it is your duty.
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This Weekend’s Readings
Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
First Reading: Amos 7:12-15
Amaziah (priest of Bethel) ordered Amos to
leave Bethel and never prophesy there again.
Amos replied that he had not been a prophet,
but was a shepherd until he was called by God.
Second Reading: Ephesians 1:3-14 or 1:3-10
Paul exults God’s immeasurable generosity as he
recounts all the blessings that have been
bestowed upon all God’s people. We all became
adopted children of God when we heard the
message of truth Christ brought to us, and
because of it, believed in him.
Gospel: Mark 6:7-13
Jesus gave the twelve disciples authority over
unclean spirits and sent them out to preach and
heal the sick. He advised them to bring nothing
with them and to shake the dust from their feet
of any town where they had not been
welcomed. Jesus wanted them to understand
what they would need to do in his place after
his death.
© 1999 Bon Venture Services, Inc.
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Next Weekend’s Readings
Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
First Reading: Jeremiah 23:1-6
Second Reading: Ephesians 2:13-18
Gospel: Mark 6:30-34
Summer Series
Top Ten Reasons People Give
For Not Going To Church
We all try to find ways to justify our lack of Mass
attendance and believe (momentarily) that our
justification will convince ourselves and others
of their correctness. Over the course of this
summer, we are going to take a look at some of
the most popular excuses with a humorous and
realistic response.
#1: I Work 24 Hours A Day, 7 Days A Week
Pretty sure that’s illegal - there are labor laws.
Need a lawyer? Americans are super busy. We
fill our time with all sorts of things. It does feel
like we’re working all the time. Work takes us
out week days, evenings and even some
Sundays. Plus, with email, text and Facebook on
our phones, we are frequently doing “business”
in our free time, too. That’s not good. We all
need to take a break. But, God should be part of
that break, not what we’re taking a break from.
Worshipping with a community - receiving
Christ - these things rejuvenate, not deplete.
Take time for yourself that is going to fill you up.
#2: I Have Small Children
Oh, they are noisy little things. You know, the
first thing they do when they exit the womb is
scream? And it doesn’t stop there. It seems
when you bring them to Church they choose
the quietest time of Mass to scream like you’re
murdering them - the homily, the Consecration they do know how to pick it! Many parents get
ready for Mass and wonder what they are in for
that week. Why put yourselves through it?
Because after those hard times, the kids come
more cheerfully - not perfectly - but cheerfully
enough. Church is what we do on Sunday. It’s
the main event and the rest of that day and the
rest of that week is better for it.
Stay tuned next week for the next installment!
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This Week’s Daily Mass Readings
Monday
Exodus 1:8-14, 22; Matthew 10:34 - 11:1
Tuesday
Exodus 2:1-15a; Matthew 11:20-24
Wednesday
Exodus 3:1-6, 9-12; Matthew 11:25-27
Thursday
Exodus 3:13-20; Matthew 11:28-30
Friday
Exodus 11:10 - 12:14; Matthew 12:1-8
Saturday
Exodus 12:37-42; Matthew 12:14-21
'Faith In Action' Newsletter
Around the Diocese
Immaculate Conception School - Clinton
Immaculate Conception School has a
limited number of seats still available
in select grades for the 2015-16
school year. Tours are available through the
summer and may be scheduled by calling the
school office at 908-735-6334. Please visit the
school website at www.icsclinton.org.
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**Save The Date**
Thursday, October 8, 2015, 7:00 PM
4th Annual ICC High School Information Night
This event will be held at Immaculate
Conception School. Representatives from area
public, private, and Catholic high schools will be
in attendance to provide information and
answer questions.
All 5th-8th graders and
families welcome to attend.
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SOLEMN TRIDUUM AND BENEDICTION
Conducted by
Rev. Vinko Mamic, O.C.D.
July 13th, 14th, and 15th
At 7:30 PM
FEAST OF OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL
Wednesday, July 16th
Solemn Celebration of the Eucharist
At 7:15 AM
All are Welcome to Attend!
The Carmelite Monastery
26 Harmony School Road
Flemington, NJ 08822
(There are No evening services on July 16th)
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Natural Family Planning Awareness Week
July 19-25, 2015
This year’s National NFP Awareness Week is
July19-25. The theme proposed by our Bishops’
Conference is: “All Natural! Natural Family
Planning: Good for the body. Great for the
Soul!”
Where can I learn how to use NFP? Call the
Family Life Office/Diocese of Metuchen 732562-1990
Ext.
1705
or
e-mail
familylife@diometuchen.org
for
more
information or to register for classes at a
location nearest your home.
The 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-policynewsletter.
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.
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Why not take the opportunity this summer to
enrich your marriage?
A 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
Weekend will be held July 17-19.
Encounter
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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2 Job Opportunities - Diocese of Metuchen
All Are Invited
Day Maintenance Mechanic - Office of Property
The Diocesan Office for Persons with Disabilities
is sponsoring the Celebration of Holy Mass with
the opportunity for participants to receive the
Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick at St.
Helena's Church, 950 Grove Ave, Edison, NJ on
Saturday, September 12 at 11 AM followed by
fellowship and light refreshments.
and Facilities Management
Evening Maintenance Mechanic - Office of
Property and Facilities Management
Presently, the Office of Property and Facilities
Management seeks one day and one evening
Maintenance Mechanic to:
Perform routine tasks such as painting,
plumbing, electrical wiring and other related
activities.
Maintain facilities, grounds and
equipment in a clean, safe and orderly
condition. Cut lawns using a power mower;
trim and edge around walks, flower beds and
walls. Assist in snow removal by shoveling
walkways and driveways. Assist with other
projects as needed.
The ideal candidate must be able to regularly lift
and/or move up to 50 pounds, work outdoors,
and be able to work an occasional weekend
schedule.
Interested candidates should forward their
resume to hr@diometuchen.org.
When
applying please indicate Day Maintenance
Mechanic or Evening Maintenance Mechanic.
** Please note that due to the anticipated high
volume of responses, only those candidates who
we are interested in interviewing will be
contacted. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
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The Disabled, their caregivers and all wishing to
participate in this special event are asked to
RSVP by Friday, September 4 by calling 732-2346432
or
email
us
catholicswithdisabilities@gmail.com.
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Upcoming Pilgrimages
Alpine Europe including Switzerland
Germany, November 9-19, 2015; $3,079
and
The Best of Ireland, March 1-11, 2016; $2,399
Italian Jubilee of Mercy in Italy, includes
Lourdes, Avignon, Nice, Florence, Assisi and
Rome with Papal Audience.
October 31November 10, 2016; $2,989
All trips include airfare from Newark, most
meals, superior hotels, tour and city escort and
guides, Daily Mass.
Hosted by Fr. David
Kosmoski, St. Andrew Church, 244 Avenel
Street, Avenel NJ 07001 - 732-634-4355, or
732-895-6607 for brochure.
Or visit
www.standrewparish.com.
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Open Your Heart and Home to a Foster Child
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen is
seeking loving families to foster children of all
ages, who have been abused, neglected or have
had multiple out of home placements, through
its
Treatment
Family
Homes
Program,
contracted by New Jersey’s Department of
Children and Families.
The goal for the children in this program is to
leave foster care and achieve permanency
through reunification with their families,
adoption, or independent living.
Catholic Charities provides these resilient
children with individual and family therapy,
assistance with educational and medical needs,
and independent living skills to help them reach
their full potential.
For more information about the program, please
visit www.ccdom.org or contact Miguelina
Nunez at 866-247-HOME (4663) or at
mnunez@ccdom.org.