84874 October 19, 2014 - St. Joseph Parish | Toms River

84874 October 19, 2014 - St. Joseph Parish | Toms River

October 19, 2014
29th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Lord,
You who made Saint
1883-2014
Anthony Mary Claret,
our Father,
A zealous Apostle for
the glory of God and the
salvation of men,
Grant us the ardent love
Pastor:
Reverend G. Scott Shaffer
Parochial Vicars:
Reverend Carlos Aguirre
Reverend Pierre -Michel Alabre
Reverend Garry Koch
Mass Schedule
Weekdays: 7:00am & 9:00am
Saturday: 8:00am
Saturday: 5:00pm
Sunday: 7:30am, 9:00am, 10:30am, 12:00noon
5:00pm (Teen Music Ministry)
6:30pm (Mass in Spanish)—Misa en Espanol
Deacon Romeo D. Aquino
Deacon Francis J. Babuschak
Deacon Robert M. Barnes
Deacon Thomas A. Genovese
Deacon Gerard Luongo
Deacon Frank J. McKenna
Deacon Patrick J. Stesner, Sr.
Deacon Michael A. Taylor
Devotions:
Miraculous Medal & St. Jude Novenas:
Tuesday 9:00am
Holy Hour for Life:: 2nd Sunday 3:00pm
Holy Hour for Priests: 4th Sunday 3:00pm
Prayer in the Presence: 2nd Tuesday 7:30pm
Holy Days: Mass times to be announced
that burned in his heart
So that we may continue
with intensity and
effectiveness
His apostolic work.
May your sons multiply
To spread the Kingdom
of Jesus Christ
So that in the moment of
our death
We may be worthy to be
known as “faithful
servants” of Christ and
Parish Office
Hours: 9:00am - 3:30pm M-F
685 Hooper Avenue
Toms River, NJ 08753
Tel: 732-349-0018 ext. 2204
Fax: 732-286-7064
Email: [email protected]
www.stjosephtomsriver.org
St. Gertrude, Island Heights: (Summer Months)
Saturday 5:30pm Sunday 9:00am
Reconciliation/Confessions:
Saturday: 4:00-4:45pm & 6:00-6:30pm
Parish Schools:
St. Joseph Grade School (SJGS)
Michele Williams, Principal, 732-349-2355
Donovan Catholic
Dr. Edward Gere, Principal, 732-349-8801
the Gospel.
Amen.
The power of example
Saint Paul liked the Thessalonians. In the beginning of his first letter to them—
the earliest writing in the New Testament—he praised them to the skies, unlike
the Galatians, whom he called “foolish” for deserting the gospel he had preached
to them. The Thessalonians, by contrast, held firm to what Paul had taught them.
What’s more, they became great examples of faith, hope, and love—Paul’s
favorite virtues—just as Paul and his colleagues had been to them. How can you,
too, be such an example to others?
ST. JOSEPH’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH
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MASS INTENTIONS
FROM THE
PASTOR
...
My Dear Friends in Christ,
Last weekend I had the great privilege of attending the
consecration of a new church building at Saint Stephen’s
Ukrainian Catholic Church on White Oak Bottom Road here in
Toms River. What a wonderful experience, joining with the
members of St. Stephen’s and other priests and their
Metropolitan Bishop for the 3-hour service. The symbols and
incense were present in abundance, as well as the amazing a
capella voices singing the liturgy throughout. Congratulations to
Father Oleksandr Dumenko and his entire faith community as
they begin this new chapter in their lives.
On a less celebratory note, last Saturday, I and my siblings
spent three hours moving my mother from her room in assisted
living to their ‘memory care’ (or Alzheimer’s) unit. Mom had
fallen and been taken to the hospital a number of times in the
past few months, because she can’t quite remember that she
cannot walk on her own. It was an emotional morning for us
all. I know now what so many of you are or have gone through
in caring for your loved ones who have moved into that strange
world of dementia. It is difficult to see those you love start to
slip away. We need to remember that, in this all, God is with us.
Pray for openness to God’s grace and presence.
We saw a slight increase in last weekend’s offertory. Thank
you. If you haven’t yet made your increase, please do so. Every
bit helps.
Much is being reported from the Synod on the Family being
held in Rome, with much speculation. Please continue to pray
for the movement of the Holy Spirit in the Church and in our
hearts and minds. I encourage you to take a prayer card with
the beautiful image of our new Holy Family Statue and pray the
prayer provided.
On this World Mission Sunday, we acknowledge missionaries
from here to Mongolia (the world’s youngest Catholic mission)
bound to God’s service by the law of love alone. In 1,100
mission dioceses, churches and schools are under construction,
seminarians and catechists are being trained, so that the gospel
is proclaimed in the name of the church: on behalf of you and
me, and only through our support. We pay for the missions
with Caesar’s coin. We reap the harvest in Spirit and truth.
God bless you all,
Fr. Scott
MONDAY—October 20
7:00
Gerald G. Ford—Jeanne Walsh
9:00
Maggie Messick—Cathy Barrett
TUESDAY—October 21
7:00
Francis Duddy—D’Anton Family
9:00
Braun Family—Family
WEDNESDAY— October 22
7:00
John Rybkiewicz—Joan Tertis
9:00
Carmela “Mildred” Russo—Family
THURSDAY—October 23
7:00
Diana Bigging—Dotty McDermott
9:00
Grandparents, Aunts & Uncles—Rosemarie
Pietrangelo
FRIDAY— October 24
7:00
Rosella Burns—Julia Ranson
9:00
Rafael Suarez—Wife & Children
SATURDAY—October 25
8:00
Joseph A. Guzzi—Carol Hresko & Family
5:00
Robert F. O’Brien—Family
Parishioners
SUNDAY—October 26
7:30
William Hedges—Wife, Virginia
9:00
In Honor of St. Jude—Katherine Kessler
10:30 Elizabeth & Angelo Cialino—Family
12:00 Samuel & Dorothy Matkovich—Cascamo
Family
5:00
Agnes & Charles Pfister—Family
6:30
Richard, Rose, Richard Jr. Jacques—Family
Mass in Spanish
Please note the 7pm Saturday Mass
Intentions will be included with the 5pm
Saturday Mass Intentions for the remainder of
the year 2014.
PRIEST/CELEBRANT
Subject to Change
Oct 25/26
Fr. Carlos
Fr. Scott
Fr. Scott
Fr. Garry
Fr. Pierre
Fr. Garry
Fr. Carlos
5:00pm
7:30am
9:00am
10:30am
12:00pm
5:00pm
6:30pm
ST. JOSEPH’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH
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MARRIAGES
IN MEMORIAM
Couples wishing to marry in the Church, please call to
make arrangements one year prior to marriage date at 732349-0018 ext. 2202.
Are you planning a destination wedding? Call us first to
discuss your options.
Please remember in your prayers those who have
died:
Perry Henn
Gerald Horgan
Maureen Calfapietra
Katie McCullion
Erma Loterena
And for all the deceased members of our parish,
the souls in purgatory and those who died in the
service of our country. May God grant them
eternal rest. Amen.
BANNS OF MARRIAGE
I
II
III
Bryan Koscia and Toni Ann Durante
Jayme Mulligan and Marrissa Ostrander
Anthony Liszewski and Laure Marano
READINGS FOR MASSES THIS WEEK
BAPTISMS
Sunday: Is 45:1,4-6/Ps 96:1,3-5,7-10/1Thes 1:1-5b/Mt 22:15-21
Monday: Eph 2:1-10/Ps 100:1b-5/Lk 12:13-21
Tuesday: Eph 2:2-22/Ps 85:9-14/Lk 12:35-38
Wednesday: Eph 3:2-12 (Ps)Is 12:2-3,4c-6/Lk 12:39-48
Thursday: Eph 3:14-21/Ps 33:1-2,4-5,11-12,18-19/Lk 12:49-53
Friday: Eph 4:1-6/Ps 24:1-4b,5-6/Lk 12:54-59
Saturday: Eph 4:7-16/Ps 122:1-5/Lk 13:1-9
Sunday: Ex 22:20-26/Ps 18:2-4,47-51/1Thes 1:5c-10/Mt 22:34-40
The Sacrament of Baptism is regularly
celebrated the 1st, 2nd and 4th Sundays of
each month at 1:30pm
Today is World Mission Sunday. The second collection
this weekend October 18/19 is for this outreach.
The Society of the Propagation of the Faith is the Holy
Father’s chief out reach to more than 1,150 mission dioceses
across the globe that depend on annual help and prayers of
all of us. These mission churches provide a spiritual home
for the poorest and most vulnerable, sanctifying them with
the Sacraments, as they offer them the Lord’s hope and
peace. Thank you for your generosity.
We welcome the newest members of our
parish family who were baptized here at St.
Joseph’s Church.
Alexander Michael Augustenen
Olivia Joy Barton
Arianna Daniela Sweeney
Francesca Emilia DeFuria-Wison
Jairus Kyle Dy-Cok
Marisela Villa Ocelotl
BAPTISM PREPARATION CLASS for
Parents is held on the First Tuesday of each
month at 7:00pm in the Church. Parents
please call the parish office to register ext.
2202.
Is God Calling You? Vocational discernment groups meet to assist young men who are discerning the possibility
that God may be calling them to a life of priestly ministry. These groups are designed to explore a priestly
vocation with other like-minded men through prayer and sharing vocation stories and experiences. The group
meetings are not meant to convince anyone that the priesthood is their vocation. They are designed to assist you
in discovering if the priesthood is your true vocation and build your relationship with Christ along the way. If you
are a faithful, single, Roman Catholic man, between the ages of 18 and 40, and are asking yourself whether God is
calling you to be a priest, you are cordially invited to attend this month’s discernment meeting October 26 from
4pm to 6pm at St. Gregory the Great Parish, 4620 Nottingham Way, Hamilton Square, NJ. Please register with
the Diocese of Trenton Vocation Office at [email protected] or call 609-406-7449.
ST. JOSEPH’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH
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FAITH FORMATION
Sunday 8th Grade Parent Meeting
A meeting for the parents of the 8th grade students in our Sunday night program will be tonight,
Sunday October 19 at 6pm in the gym of Donovan Catholic. Please plan to attend this meeting;
important information about Confirmation will be discussed.
Tuesday 8th Grade Parent Meeting
A meeting for the parents of the 8th grade students in our Tuesday night program will be On
Tuesday October 21, 2014 at 5:30pm in the 8th grade classroom. Please plan to attend this meeting; important
information about Confirmation will be discussed.
Please call Nancy at extension 2225 or Lillian at extension 2226 with any questions!
Our next Theology on Tap Tuesday, October 21, 2014 at 7:00pm will feature Rudy Gomez, Coordinator of
Youth Ministry, Diocese of Trenton, who will share with us about the New Evangelization.
Gifts of the Holy Spirit— Join us Wednesday, October 29, 2014 at 7:00pm in the Church where we will take
a closer look at the gifts of the Holy Spirit and the importance of the Holy Spirit in each of our lives. Questions
please call Marge at ext. 2236.
Veritas Men’s Faith Sharing Group welcomes all
men age 18 and over to attend their meetings. The
next meeting is Monday, October 20 from 7pm to
9pm at 16 Lafayette Ave. (behind the church). The
topic is “Devotion to Angels”. Fellowship and
refreshments to follow the meeting. Please join us
and bring a friend.
ADORATION CHAPEL
ADORERS ARE NEEDED FOR THESE HOURS:
Mon 8:00pm—9:00pm
Tues 11:00am—12:00noon
Wed 3:00am—4:00am
Wed 9:00am—10:00am
Sat 1:00am—2:00am
Sat 6:00pm—7:00pm
Call John & Peggy 732-581-9463
or Ann 732-473-9727
ST. JOSEPH’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH
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FROM
FROM
DONOVAN
MSGR.
DONOVAN
CATHOLIC...
HIGH SCHOOL ...
BLOOD DRIVE
FROM
FROM
SAINT JOSEPH
SAINT
GRADE JOSEPH’S
SCHOOL...
GRADE SCHOOL...
Living Rosary
Donovan NHS is partnering with
New Jersey Blood Services (NJBS),
a division of the New York Blood Center
((NYBC)
Thursday, October 23, 2014
Donovan Catholic Lecture Hall
3Pm – 7 pm
Donate Blood & Help Save a Life
Join us Wednesday afternoon,
October 22 in church
to pray the Rosary as our
4th grade students lead us in pray and song.
Attention 8th Graders!
Toms River Halloween Parade
OPEN HOUSE
Monday, October 20, 2014 at 7 pm
ComevisitonShadowTuesdays –all month
Call the Admissions Office at 732-349-8801 x 2426 for
more information or go to www.donovancatholic.org
Look for US at the
this Saturday, October 25
We will be shining with our Green and Gold
to proudly represent SJGS.
We will wave to you from our float!
December 6
4th Annual
November 21, 2014
SJGS PTA Christmas Bazaar
Toms River Hotel
$40.00 per person
Gift Preview – 5:30 pm Dinner 6:30 pm
RAFFLE
Donation $100.00
Only 100 tickets being sold
Prize is 50% of amount received for tickets
sold
Potential prize of $5000.00 if all tickets are
sold.
Raffle tickets available at Donovan Catholic
Main Office 732-349-8801 x 2401
Vendors wanted
Contact Cindy D'Arcy
at [email protected]
for more information and to reserve your space.
Find Us on FACEBOOK and TWITTER.
ST. JOSEPH’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH
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PARISH NEWS …….
Blood Drive 3pm to 7pm Thursday, October 23, 2014 at Donovan Catholic.
Please call 732-349-8801 ext. 2409 for additional information.
A new Separated and Divorced support group is starting Tuesday, October
28, 2014. You are invited to join us if you are currently going through a
separation or divorce. Our format is confidential, informal and relaxed. Space
is limited. Pre-registration is necessary. Please call 732-349-0018 ext. 2223 for
more information.
St. Joseph Rosary Altar Society will host their 26th Annual Art & Craft Show
Saturday, November 1, 2014 from 9:00am to 3:00pm at Donovan Catholic
High School. We will have over 70 unique crafters, visit Joe’s Café and Mary’s
Bake Shop.
Do you like to read? Join our Book Discussion. Here is what we will be
reading this fall. November 11, Elizabeth Street by Laurie Fabiano. We meet
7pm at 16 Lafayette Avenue. All are welcome to come and share.
Social Concerns will be sponsoring a Fall and Winter Clothing Drive
November 15, 2014. Donations of gently used Fall and Winter clothing will
be accepted on Friday, November 14 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm and on Saturday,
November 15 from 8:00am to 10:00am.
Students grade 9 & 10 studying at Donovan Catholic High School are in
need of warm and welcoming host families for the 2015 Spring Semester. Our
students are academically focused and looking forward to living with an
American family to learn about life in the USA. Hosting is a wonderful
opportunity to form a lasting international friendship and cultural exchange, as
students will share Chinese traditions and culture with your family creating a
lasting memory. You will have the opportunity to meet the student in person
or Skype with them in China. Students have full academic support, medical
insurance, a computer, cell phone and their own spending money. Bus
transportation is included. Some of the students best host families are St Joe's
and Donavan Catholic families! Regular communication with the host family,
student, family in China and school for an exceptional experience.
Compensation to the host family is $1,000.00 per month. For additional
information, please contact Elaine Margolis, GoStudentsLLC at 484-802-7204
[email protected]
AROUND TOWN
Healing Mass with Father Pio Mandato Monday, October 20, 2014 7:00pm at
St. Dominic’s Church, 250 Old Squan Road, Brick, NJ. A special blessing with
the glove of St Padre Pio will be offered to everyone attending. All are
welcome.
The Polish American Club of Toms River is celebrating their annual mass for
the living and deceased members at St. Maximillian Kolbe Church, Mule Road,
Toms River, Wednesday, October 22, 2014 at 10am.
ST. JOSEPH’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH
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HORARIO DE MISAS
MENSAJE DEL
PASTOR …
Mis Queridos amigos en Cristo,
La semana pasada tuve el gran privilegio de atender la
consagración de la nueva iglesia católica San Esteban de Ucrania,
ubicada sobre la White Oak Road aquí en Toms River. ¡Qué
experiencia tan maravillosa fue unirse para el servicio de 3 horas
con los diferentes miembros de esta nueva Parroquia, con sus
sacerdotes y su obispo metropolitano. Los símbolos y el incienso
abundaban, y unas increíbles voces a capela cantaban la liturgia.
Felicitaciones al Padre Oleksandr Dumenko y su comunidad de fe
a medida que comienzan este nuevo capítulo en sus vidas.
Cambiando un poco de tema, el sábado pasado, yo y mis
hermanos pasamos tres horas ayudando a nuestra madre a
trasladarse de habitación. Ella está viviendo en un lugar donde
asisten a las personas enfermas y fue trasladad a la unidad de las
personas con daño en la memoria (Alzheimer). En los últimos
meses mi madre se ha caído y ha tenido que ser traslada a el
hospital en varias ocasiones, debido a que no recuerda que no
puede caminar por sí misma. Fue una mañana nostálgica para
nosotros. Ahora entiendo por lo que muchos de ustedes están o
han pasado cuando nos referimos al cuidado de un ser querido el
cual está entrando en ese extraño mundo de la demencia. Sin duda
alguna es difícil ver a los que amas empezar a desvanecer. Tenemos
que recordar que Dios siempre está con nosotros. Oren por la
apertura a la gracia y la presencia de Dios.
Vimos un ligero aumento en el ofertorio de la semana pasada.
Muchas Gracias a todos los que ya han empezado hacer su
aumento semanal, y a los que todavía no lo han hecho los invito a
que lo hagan, cada centavo cuenta.
Hay muchas especulaciones acerca de lo que se está informando
desde el Sínodo que se celebra en Roma sobre la Familia. Por
favor, continúen orando por el movimiento del Espíritu Santo en la
Iglesia y en nuestros corazones y mentes. También los quiero
invitar a que tomen la tarjeta de oración con la bella imagen de
nuestra nueva estatua de la Sagrada Familia y hagan la oración que
allí se encuentra.
En este Domingo, día mundial de los Misioneros le damos un
reconocimiento muy especial a todos estas personas que se
vinculan al servicio de Dios llevados solo por la ley del amor. Hay
1,100
diócesis misioneras, Iglesias y escuelas están bajo
construcción, seminaristas y catequistas están siendo entrenados,
todo esto con el fin de que el evangelio se proclame en el nombre
de la iglesia: en nombre suyo y mío, y sólo a través de nuestro
apoyo. Nosotros pagamos por las misiones con la moneda del
César. Cosechamos los frutos en Espíritu y verdad.
Dios los Bendiga,
Fr. Scott
En la Semana: 7:00 am & 9:00 am. Todos los
días de la semana ( inglés).
Sábado: 8:00 am, 5:00 & 7:00 pm ( inglés)
Domingo: 7:30 am, 9:00 am, 10:30 am, 12:00
pm, 5:00 pm ( ingles)
Domingo: 6:30 pm español
SACRAMENTOS
Bautizos (en español): El Sacramento del
Bautismo se celebra el 1ro, 2do y 4to domingo
del mes, en la Misa de 6:30 pm. Para mayor
información, llamar a la oficina Hispana.
Unción de los Enfermos: Comunicarse con la
oficina parroquial.
Reconciliación/Confesión: De lunes a Jueves
10:00am-3:00 pm. Por Favor pedir cita 732-3490018 ext.. 2213.
Matrimonios: Las parejas que piensen contraer
matrimonio deben solicitar primero una cita con
el Padre Carlos. Para mayor información
comuníquese con la oficina Hispana.
Registro parroquial: Todos los feligreses
deben registrarse en la Parroquia. Cualquier
cambio en su dirección por favor notificarnos.
Para mas información llamar al 732- 349-0018
ext. 2213.
Clases de Educación Religiosa (CCD):
Comuníquese a la oficina parroquial con Celine
Fowler al 732-349-0018 ext. 2224 .
Oficina Hispana: sitienes alguna duda o
necesitas comunicarte conalguna oficina
parroguial, comunícate con Juliana Moreno al
732-349-0018 ext. 2213
Rito De La Iniciación Cristiana De AdultosEs un proceso para adultos que deseen por
primer vez recibir los sacramentos de iniciación
en la fe católica o han sido bautizados en otra fe
cristiana. También permite para las personas que
han sido bautizados y les falta el Sacramento de
Comunión y Confirmación. Este proceso
también se hace disponible para los
jóvenes de escuela secundaria (High
School). Si usted está interesado o conoce
alguien, por favor comuníquese con la Sra.
Marge. Teléfono 732-349-0018 ext. 2236 .
ST. JOSEPH’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH
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ANUNCIOS DE VIDA COMUNITARIA
“Tener un lugar a donde ir se llama Hogar. Tener personas a quien amar, se llama Familia y
tener ambas se llama Bendición. (SS Francisco)
OFICINA HISPANA: Recuerda que la oficina hispana nos brinda la oportunidad de recibir todo tipo de
información para bautizos, primeras comuniones, confirmaciones, quinceañeros, matrimonios, renovación de
promesas matrimoniales o si necesitas una bendición a tu casa, visita, guía espiritual, etc.
Además si deseas hacer peticiones especiales para la misa del domingo lo puedes hacer a través de la oficina,
llamando de lunes a viernes de 9:30 a 3:00 pm.
Si necesitas el SACRAMENTO DE LA CONFESIÓN puedes hacer una cita con el Padre Carlos a través de la
oficina hispana, el esta disponible de lunes a jueves de 10:00 a 3:00 pm. RECUERDA NO HAY CONFESIONES
LOS DOMINGOS ANTES NI DESPUÉS DE LA MISA.
Te invitamos a que llames y participes. Puedes comunicarte con nuestra oficina a cargo de Juliana Moreno al
732-349-0018 ext.2213 o al correo electrónico [email protected]
CORAL HISPANA: Las practicas para la formación del coro de la iglesia ya comenzaron, si sabes cantar o
tocar algún instrumento musical o ya te inscribiste; te esperamos en los ensayos en la 16 Lafayette, Toms River (la
casa amarilla detrás de la iglesia). Si deseas mas información comunícate con Juliana Moreno al 732-349-0018
ext.2213.
La practica del 25 de octubre ha sido CANCELADA, te informaremos la nueva fecha.
PARA NO OLVIDAR: Los domingos antes de la misa de 6:30 pm solo deben de estar en la sacristía y en la
sala de preparación los Sacristanes, Ministros de la Eucaristía, Ministros Lectores, Monaguillos y Ujieres;
recuerden que en ese momento nos estamos preparando para el banquete pascual en el que nuestras almas se
llenaran de gracia.
CELEBRACIÓN PARA LOS NIÑOS: Este año la misa para los niños será el próximo 2 de noviembre,
recuerda que todos los niños y niñas pueden venir disfrazados.
FIESTA DE NUESTRA SEÑORA DE GUADALUPE: Como sabemos la fiesta de nuestra Señora de
Guadalupe es el 12 de diciembre del presente año, aunque todavía falten algunos meses tenemos que
prepararnos para esta gran celebración. Este año los encargados de preparar y elaborar la fiesta será un comité al
que TODOS están cordialmente invitados a participar. Si tú estas interesado en dar ideas, ayudar con la
preparación, colaborar con los diferentes platos y trajes típicos, hacer una donación o simplemente quieres
colaborar con lo que te pongan hacer, comuníquese con el Padre Carlos Aguirre al 732-349-0018 ext.2221; o
con Juliana Moreno al 732-349-0018 ext.2213 o al correo electrónico [email protected]
¡De toda la comunidad depende el éxito de nuestra celebración!
OraciónporelSínododelasFamilias
Jesús, María y José en vosotros contemplamos el esplendor del verdadero amor, a vosotros, confiados, nos dirigimos.
Santa Familia de Nazaret, haz también de nuestras familias lugar de comunión y cenáculo de oración, auténticas escuelas del
Evangelio y pequeñas Iglesias domésticas.
Santa Familia de Nazaret, que nunca más haya en las familias episodios de violencia, de cerrazón y división; que quien haya
sido herido o escandalizado sea pronto consolado y curado.
Santa Familia de Nazaret, que el próximo Sínodo de los Obispos haga tomar conciencia a todos del carácter sagrado e
inviolable de la familia, de su belleza en el proyecto de Dios.
Jesús, María y José, escuchad, acoged nuestra súplica. Amén.
ST. JOSEPH’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH
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St. Joseph’s Parish Directory
Main Tel: 732-349-0018
Reverend G. Scott Shaffer, Pastor,
[email protected]
Reverend Carlos Aguirre, Parochial Vicar,
[email protected]
Reverend Pierre Alabre , Parochial Vicar,
[email protected]
Reverend Garry Koch, Parochial Vicar,
[email protected]
Book Club: Mary 732-341-4332
Meets 2nd Tuesday, 7:00 PM, September June, 16 Lafayette Ave.
Cantors: Lead congregational singing at
masses. For information call Tom ext. 2306
Caregivers: Aid to elderly and homebound
732-505-2273
Choir :
Adult Choir: Meets every Thursday, 7:30
PM in the Church September - June. For
information call Tom ext. 2306
Director Faith Formation, Marge Halloran
ext. 2236 [email protected]
Children’s Choir: Grades 2-6
Meets October to May. For information call
Tom ext. 2306
Director Religious Ed.ucation, Celine Fowler
ext.. 2224 [email protected]
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy
Communion: call Mary ext. 2223
Business Administrator: Jacqueline Mack
ext. 2216
Flame of Love Prayer Group: Richard/
Doris, 732-349-6860. Prayer meeting every
Monday at 7:30 PM, Room G, Church
basement
Carpenter Shop: (Religious Articles Store)
Hours Sept. thru June Monday—Friday
9:30AM-3:00PM, Sun. 8:30AM-1:30PM
July and August Tuesday & Thursday
9:30AM-3:00PM, Sun 8:30AM-1:30PM
732-914-2457
Church Manager: ext. 2307
Liturgical Music Director: Thomas E. Halpin,
ext. 2306, [email protected]
Office Manager: Elizabeth Hemberger, ext.
2202 [email protected]
Spanish Ministry—Ministerio Hispano
Juliana Moreno, ext. 2213
[email protected]
St. Joseph Cemetery: 732-244-3008
Manager Debra Evans,
www.stjosephcemeterytr.org
Parish Ministries & Organizations
Adoration Chapel: John/Peggy
732-581-9463; Ann 732-473-9727; or
Deacon Romy 732-240-4387
Altar Servers: Deacon Tom Genovese,
ext. 2255
Bereavement Support: Mary ext. 2223
Food Collection: First Sunday of each
month. Parish van will be in front of
Church to accept donations. Other
donations may be brought to the Food
Pantry 10am-12noon ext. 2207
Greeter Ministry: Eileen 732-914-2008
Pre-Cana: Bill & Lucy 732-473-0071
Prison Ministry: Call Pastoral Care Office
ext. 2223
Readers: Deacon Tom Genovese ext. 2255
Teen readers call: Pat 732-341-9459 or
Marge 732-349-6410
Respect Life: Mario 732-557-6689. Meets
on 2nd Thursday of the month
Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA):
For teens and adults seeking Baptism and/
or Communion and Confirmation.
Additional information, call ext. 2236 or
[email protected]
RCIA for Children age 7 and older: seeking
Baptism Call Marge ext. 2236 or
mhalloran @stjosephtomsriver.org
Rosary Altar Society: Lorraine Sausa 732279-3292 Meets 1st Sunday of the month,
September - May, Donovan Catholic
Dining Hall, at 10:00am after the 9:00am
Rosary Mass
Separated and Divorced: For information
call Deacon Michael Taylor ext. 2254
Social Concerns: ext. 2227 or ext. 2233
Meets 1st Wednesday of the month, Sept. June, 4:00 PM Parish Office
Hermandad Senor de los Milagros’: 1st Saturday
7:00PM, 16 Lafayette Avenue
St. Vincent de Paul Society: ext. 2260
General meeting, 4th Thursday of every
month. 7:00 PM, Parish Office
Hispanic Prayer Group: 7:00PM every
Friday, 16 Lafayette Avenue
Teen Music Ministry: Deacon Gerry
732-473-9727, Grades 7-12
Interfaith Hospitality Network: Assist Parish in
helping homeless families Kevin 732-286-1877
Totus Tuus: Women’s Faith Sharing Group
Meets the 1st Thursday of each month at
7pm at 16 Lafayette Ave.
Call Carrie Colonno 732-740-2024
Knights of Columbus, Council #4969
732-929-9811
1st & 3rd Wednesday at 8:00 PM
At the council home www.KofC4969.org
Lay Dominicans: meet 2nd Saturday of each
month 8:30AM to 10:30AM call Kelly
Murphy 732-914-0041
Pastoral Care Office: Mary ext. 2223
Prayer Shawl Ministry: Sept-June, 3rd
Thurs., 3PM 16 Lafayette Ave., Jean 732288-0022
Usher Ministry: To volunteer or for
additional info call ext. 2204
Veritas Men’s Faith Sharing Group: meets
on the 3rd Monday of each month, 16
Lafayette Ave. Call Dave 732-608-0085
Youth Ministry: High School and Junior
High activities all year. All students grades
7 - 12. To join/volunteer or for info, call
Catherine at ext. 2229