84874 March 22, 2015 (Read-Only)
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84874 March 22, 2015 (Read-Only)
March 22, 2015 5th Sunday of Lent 1883-2015 Jesus, you came to heal what was wounded and to save what was lost. Make of me your helper in this ministry of compassion. Give me a share in your wisdom. Pastor: Reverend G. Scott Shaffer Parochial Vicars: Reverend Carlos Aguirre Reverend Pierre-Michel Alabre Reverend Garry Koch 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 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 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 Devotions: Miraculous Medal & St. Jude Novenas: Tuesday 9:00am Holy Hour 3:00pmSunday in the Adoration Chapel: Intentions: 1st Sunday for Families; 2nd Sunday for Life; 3rd Sunday for Our Nation/ Country; 4th Sunday Priests/Vocations Prayer in the Presence: 2nd Tuesday 7:30pm Holy Days: Mass times to be announced St. Gertrude, Island Heights (Summer Months) Saturday 5:30pm, Sunday 9:00am Parish Schools: St. Joseph Grade School (SJGS) Michele Williams, Principal, 732-349-2355 Donovan Catholic Reconciliation/Confessions: Saturday: 4:00-4:45pm & 6:00-6:30pm Dr. Edward Gere, Principal, 732-349-8801 WHAT’S IN YOUR HEART? Though the Letter to the Hebrews talks a lot about Jesus the High Priest, the perfect and holy one, it does not ignore his humanity; in fact, the book embraces it. Jesus “was in the flesh” and prayed “with loud cries and tears.” Jesus knew what it was like to be a human being. He experienced fear and anguish. Yet his faith in “the one who was able to save him from death” carried him through and even made him the source of eternal life for all. What uncertainties and fears do you face? How can faith in God transform them? How can you be a source of strength and encouragement for others? PAG E TW O FROM THE PASTOR Jesus did not come to do away with suffering or remove it. He came to fill it with His presence. – PAUL CLAUDELL My Dear Parish Family, Every year I find myself wondering whether the old saying about “March roaring in like a lion and leaving like a lamb” will be a reality. Believe me, after all the winter snows, I am hoping for some mild weather as we slide into Spring. And with the advent (yes) of Spring, we know that Easter is just around the corner. As I mentioned in my talk on Wednesday night, the services/liturgies of Holy Week are filled with beauty and mystery as we celebrate the awesome gift of our faith. The Sacred Triduum is made up of Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday. I hope you all will make plans to join in some or all of the liturgies. Over the years, I have heard so many comments from people who had never before attended. In variably they told me they were glad they made the commitment. Remember, in addition to the evening liturgies, we also have morning prayer on each day, followed by the Sacrament of Confession. I am so grateful to all of you who supported the Ronan Tynan concert this week. It was wonderful to share this great event with all in attendance and to experience the joy his performance brought. God bless you. Fr. Scott p.s. Although they are almost sold out, it’s not too late to get your tickets to this week’s performances of Hello Dolly at Donovan Catholic! Call 732 349-8801! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MASS INTENTIONS Monday, March 23 7:00 Irene Polgar, Camille Bragg 9:00 Raymond J. Thompson, Family 12:00 Irene Polgar, Camille Bragg Tuesday, March 24 7:00 Robert McCullion, Family 9:00 Philip Markey, Family 7:00 Patrick McGuirck, Elaine Brike Wednesday, March 25 7:00 Helen Bocskay, Ela Duda 9:00 Pauline Mahoney, Family 12:00 Marylou Yacovocci, Connie Crocitto Thursday, March 26 7:00 Fred Marfori, Family 9:00 Living Members of the Stipp & Serbert Families, Mary Stipp 7:00 Stell Russo Lambusta, Maloney Family Friday, March 27 7:00 Marten Charles Kemether, Kathleen Robertson 9:00 Stanley Safin, Gerry Smith & Family 12:00 Joseph Tohero, Mary Anne McCauley Saturday, March 28 8:00 Peter & Adelaide Franchino, Granddaughter Maria 5:00 Elizabeth & James Warden, Plate Family Sunday, March 29 7:30 Mr. & Mrs. Hugh Keough, Gill Family 9:00 Ante Srsich, Family 10:30 Manuel D. Alberto IV and Jun Bautista, Family 12:00 Rev. Tanios Abiyagni Family, Son & Family 5:00 Isabell Vecchio, Husband 6:30 Carlos Auiles, Ana Caurpos e hijos PRIEST/CELEBRANT SCHEDULE Subject to Change March 28/29 Fr. Garry Fr. Scott Fr. Scott Fr. Garry Fr. Carlos Fr. Pierre Fr. Carlos 5:00 PM 7:30 AM 9:00 AM 10:30 AM 12:00 Noon 5:00 PM 6:30 PM PAGE THREE . . . . Couples wishing to marry in the Church, please call to make . arrangements one year prior to marriage date at 732-349-0018 ext. 2202. .. . . . Are you planning a destination wedding? Call us first to discuss your . options. . . . . . BAPTISMS . . . The Sacrament of Baptism is regularly celebrated the 1st, 2nd and 4th . . Sundays of each month at 1:30 PM. . . . BAPTISM PREPARATION CLASS for Parents is held on the First . Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM in the Church. Parents please call the .. . parish office to register ext. 2202. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MARRIAGES IN MEMORIAM Please remember in your prayers those who have died: Roberta Bernice Regina Morris Lucille Salyma Madeline Cece And for all the decreased 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. MEMORIAL OPPORTUNITIES Flowers and/or Sanctuary Candles The Blessed Mother Candle Sconce will burn the week of March 23, 2015 thru March 29, 2015 in memory of Joan Shaffer requested by Family. The St. Joseph Candle Sconce will burn the week of March 23, 2015 thru March 29, 2015 in memory of Raymond Thompson requested by Family. If you would like the Tabernacle Lamp, candle sconce in front of the Blessed Mother, or the candle sconce in front of St. Joseph to burn in honor/memory of a loved one for one week, please contact the parish office at ext. 2202 to reserve. Intentions will be listed in the bulletin. READINGS FOR MASSES THIS WEEK SUNDAY Jer 31:31-34 / Ps 51:3-4, 12-15 / Heb 5:7-9 / Jn 12:20-33 MONDAY Dn 13:1-9, 15-17, 19-30, 33-62 TUESDAY Nm 21:4-9 / Ps 102:2-3, 16-21 / Jn 8:21-30 WEDNESDAY Is 7:10-14, 8:10 /Ps 40:7-11 / Heb 10:4-10 / Lk 1:26-38 THURSDAY Gn 17:3-9 / Ps 105:4-9 / Jn 8:51-59 FRIDAY Jer 20:10-13 / Ps 18:2-7 / Jn 10:31-42 SATURDAY Ez 37:21-28 / Jer 31:10-13 / Jn 11:45-56 THE ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL — IN ACTION (Bishop’s Annual Appeal) Ministry of Consecrated Life We represent membership in approximately 47 male/female religious congregations who have dedicated our lives to announce and proclaim the word of the Lord. Prior to 1970’s, religious served the needs of the Church via education, health care and orphanages. Additional ministries are essential to our service today. While the physical appearance might not be easily recognizable today, the face of God is evident in the many paths and journeys taken daily by those who have dedicated their life to further announce and proclaim the Word of God. Your gift promotes those called to serve. PAGE FOUR FAITH FORMATION 7th Grade Sessions The next session for the 7th grade Sunday evening students will be Sunday, March 29, 2015. Please join us at 5PM Mass and the session will be in Donovan Catholic from 6 PM until 8 PM. Summer Sessions If you have already registered your child for our Summer Sessions, thank you!! If you have not registered your child it is not too late!!! Please mail in your registration form, attention Religious Education. We are also accepting registrations for students entering 1st grade who are registered parishioners. For more information or a registration form please call Nancy at extension 2225 or email her at [email protected]. We are actively recruiting professional teachers, currently employed or retired for our summer program. If you would like to share your gift of faith by joining our Faith Formation team this summer, please contact Marge Halloran at extension 2236 or at [email protected]. A stipend will be offered! ADULT FORMATION In your kindness please continue to pray for our Elect who will be receiving the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist at this year’s Easter Vigil. They are: Sarah DiVito, Jeffrey Li, Joyce Li, Nathaniel Jackson, Bryan Mora, Stephen Wagenhoffer and Joseph Zamudio. Please also hold in prayer the following candidates: Caitlinn Barrett, Gabriel Campos, Luis Cardozo Hernandez, Erick Ortega, and Joshua Ruzicka. They will be completing their Christian Initiation at the Easter Vigil by being confirmed and receiving first Eucharist. AROUND TOWN Is God Calling You? Whether you are seriously discerning God’s Call to the Providence House Domestic Violence Services of priesthood, or just curious about how God is calling you Catholic Charities May 2-3, Providence House Domestic Violence Services of serve Him in some aspect of your life, come and join us to learn more about this exciting and powerful approach to life Catholic Charities will be selling 50/50 raffle tickets for in the Lord! their 15th Annual Gift Auction for $2.00. All proceeds benefit Providence House. Winners will be announced at the If you are a faithful, single, Roman Catholic man, between Gift Auction on June 19th at Georgian Court University and the ages of 18 and 40, and you are asking yourself whether winners need not be present to win. Provident House God is calling you to be a priest, you are cordially invited to services are free of charge and provide services to end the attend this month’s discernment meeting on March 29, cycle of domestic abuse through education, empowerment 2015, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Holy Eucharist Church and advocacy, while also providing a safe haven from (Pope John XXIII Faith formation Wing, in adjunction abuse. For more information about the event or to purchase within the Church) at 520 Medford Lakes Road, Tabernacle, an admission ticket for $20, call 732-350-2120. NJ. Join Rev. Andrew Jamieson as he shares in his ministry of the priesthood, great conversation, and a meal. Evening Gennesaret—A Retreat for the Seriously Ill concludes with a celebration of the Liturgy marking the Gennesaret, a retreat designed to provide a spiritual and beginning of most solemn time of the Church year. You are temporal oasis for men and women suffering with a serious welcome to attend! illness, will be held May 1-3 at the Archdiocesan Retreat Center, located in Kearny, NJ. The retreat will begin Friday Please register with the Diocese of Trenton Vocation Office at [email protected] or by calling 609-406at 1:30 PM and end with a Closing Prayer Service on 7449. Join us this exciting time as you discover this Sunday at 1:30 PM. There is no cost to you for the retreat. For further information contact Hilare Reinold at 732-566- awesome way of serving the lord and respond to His invitation. We look forward to seeing you. 7237 or Peggy Walsh at 908-654-5575. PAG E F IVE FROM FROM MSGR. DONOVAN LAST CALL HIGH SCHOOL ... SAINT JOSEPH’S “Hello Dolly” Spring Musical Show Tickets Adults $13.00 / Students/Seniors $10.00 Spring Musical Show times: Thursday, March 26th @ 7:30 PM Friday, March 27th @ 7:30 PM Saturday March 28th @ 7:30 PM Sunday, March 29th @ 1:30 PM Call the Box Office: 732-349-8801 x2403 ****** PTA Activities Fundraiser @ Chipotle Grill March 25, 2015 3:00 – 7:00 pm Enjoy a delicious meal and tell the staff you are there to support Donovan Catholic ****** Coming Soon SENIOR CITIZEN PROM Sponsored by Donovan NHS April 19, 2015 1:00 – 4:00 PM $5.00 per person Tickets may be purchased at the Spring Musical or Contact: Cindy Lehmann (732) 349–8801 x2401 Full Day Kindergarten GRADE SCHOOL... St. Joseph Grade School has a proven track record. Public Schools across the nation are moving to full day kindergarten. They are just discovering what SJGS has known all along. Full day kindergarten is necessary to deliver a well-rounded instructional program for children… especially in the first year, where formal education lays a foundation that leads to academic success in years to follow! When your child attends St. Joseph Grade School, the whole child is educated… spiritually, academically, morally, socially and physically. St. Joseph’s staff of fully certified educators raises standards and guides students toward success, one child at a time. A one-on-one iPad program begins in kindergarten this September.… so consider St. Joseph Grade School… “where the digital age flourishes!” For more information or to arrange a tour call Ms. Juliann James 732-349-2355 x2012 [email protected] PAG E S I X PARISH NEWS Knights of Columbus Lenten Dinners The Ladies Auxiliary of the Knights of Columbus presents their Lenten Dinners at the Council Home, 113 Tennyson Avenue, Toms River Fridays thru March 27, 2015. Adults $8; Children age 7-12 $3; under 6 Free. Dinner is served from 5:30pm to 7:00pm. Rosary Altar Society Palm Crosses The Ladies Auxiliary of Members of the Rosary Altar Society will again be selling Palm Crosses after all Masses in the Gathering Space this weekend, as well as March 28 and 29, 2015. Beautifully made crosses are a tradition here at St. Joseph’s and we thank you for your continued support. Rosary Altar Society Scholarship ATTENTION ALL PARISH HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS! The St. Joseph’s Altar Rosary Society is awarding two (2) $500 scholarships to deserving High School seniors. Applications are available at Donovan Catholic and Toms River High Schools Guidance Departments and at the Parish Office. Completed forms are due by April 27. Social Concerns Clothing Drive Social Concerns will be sponsoring a SPRING & SUMMER CLOTHING DRIVE ON SATURDAY APRIL 18, 2015 in the Donovan Cafeteria. Donations of gently used Spring and Summer clothing will be accepted on Friday, April 17th ONLY from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. The doors will open for the clothing give away for those in need on SATURDAY APRIL 18th at 9:00 AM until 1:00 PM. Totus Tuus Meeting Join Totus Tuus as we welcome Mrs. Debbie Gaudino who will talk to us about “Freedom in Forgiveness.” Debbie serves the Diocese of Trenton as the Executive Director for the Catholic Charismatic Renewal and is a theology graduate student at Franciscan University of Steubenville. This Lent, join us as we explore the freedom from guilt, fear, shame, and blame that is available in Christ through repentance, mercy and forgiveness. Our meeting will be this Thursday, March 26 at 16 Lafayette Ave. at 7:00 PM. All Women Welcome! Please contact Carrie Colonno at [email protected] with questions. PAGE SEVEN PENANCE SCHEDULE St. Joseph’s Saturdays 4:00-4:45 PM and 6:00-6:30 PM Every Tuesday & Thursday during Lent after 7:00 PM Mass St. Barnabas Monday, March 23 at 7:00 PM HOLY WEEK 2015 Join us for the Sacred Triduum Holy Thursday – April 2 (No 7:00 AM or 9:00 AM Masses) 9:00 AM – Morning Prayer Confessions after Morning Prayer Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper at 7:00 PM Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament until 11:00 PM Good Friday – April 3 (No 7:00 AM or 9:00 AM Masses) 9:00 AM – Morning Prayer Confessions after Morning Prayer Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion at 3:00 PM Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion at 5:30 PM (Spanish) 7:30 PM The Seven Last Words (Bilingual) Holy Saturday – April 4 (No 8:00 AM, 5:00 PM or 7:00 PM Masses) 9:00 AM – Morning Prayer Confessions after Morning Prayer Blessing of Food – 1:00 PM EASTER VIGIL MASS – 8:00 PM EASTER SUNDAY – April 5 Masses at 7:30, 9:00, 10:30 AM, 12 Noon; 6:30 PM (Spanish) (No 5:00 PM Mass) St. Maximilian Kolbe Wednesday, March 25 at 12 NOON St. Justin Friday, March 27 at 7:00 PM St. Luke Tuesday, March 31 at 7:00 PM PAGINA OCHO MENSAJE DEL PASTOR … Mi Querida Familia Parroquial, Todos los años me pregunto si el viejo dicho de "marzo ruge como un león y se va como un cordero" es realidad. Créanme que después de todas las nevadas de este invierno, estoy anhelando por un buen clima a medida que entramos en la temporada de primavera. Y con la llegada de la primavera, sabemos que la Pascua está a la vuelta de la esquina. Como mencioné en mi discurso la noche del miércoles, los servicios y las liturgias de Semana Santa están llenas de belleza y misterios, mientras celebramos el maravilloso regalo de nuestra fe. El Triduo Sacro se compone de los días Jueves Santo, Viernes Santo y Sábado Santo. Espero todos hagan planes de acompañarme en algunas o todas las liturgias. Con los años, he escuchado muchos comentarios de personas que nunca antes habían asistido, en los cuales expresan la satisfacción que sintieron al hacer el compromiso de asistir. Recuerden también que durante la mañana tenemos oración cada día, seguida por el Sacramento de la Confesión. Estoy muy agradecido a todos los que apoyaron y estuvieron presentes en el concierto del famoso tenor Irlandes Ronan Tynan. Fue maravilloso compartir este gran evento con todos los que asistieron y experimentar la alegría que su presentación causo. Dios los Bendiga. Fr. Scott . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HORARIO DE MISAS 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 Adultos- Es 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. PAGINA NUEVE ANUNCIOS DE VIDA COMUNITARIA SE ACERCA LA SEMANA MAYOR Vivir la Semana Santa es acompañar a Jesús con nuestra oración, sacrificios y el arrepentimiento de nuestros pecados. Asistir al Sacramento de la Penitencia en estos días para morir al pecado y resucitar con Cristo el día de Pascua. Lo importante de este tiempo no es el recordar con tristeza lo que Cristo padeció, sino entender por qué murió y resucitó. Es celebrar y revivir su entrega a la muerte por amor a nosotros y el poder de su Resurrección, que es primicia de la nuestra. Por ello te invitamos a que vivas el SACREMENTO DE LA CONFESIÓN, el Padre Carlos Aguirre esta disponible de lunes a jueves 10:00 am a 3:00 pm. VIACRUCIS: Es la meditación de los momentos y sufrimientos vividos por Jesús desde que fue hecho prisionero hasta su muerte en la cruz. Al rezarlo, recordamos con amor y agradecimiento lo mucho que Jesús sufrió por salvarnos del pecado durante su pasión y muerte. Te invitamos a meditar el "camino de la cruz" de Jesús todos los viernes durante la cuaresma a las 7:00 pm (Bilingüe). CRUCES DE PALMA: Las damas del Rosario estarán vendiendo cruces de palma los días 21, 22, 28 y 29 de marzo después de todas las misas. GRUPO MUSICAL: Para todos aquellos que quieran atreverse a cantarle a Dios y quieran unirse a nuestra coral hispana, te invitamos a los ensayos todos los domingos a las 4:00 pm en la casa amarilla detrás de la Iglesia (16 Lafayette, Toms River). ¡QUE TU VOZ ALABE AL SEÑOR! BENDICIÓN DEL HOGAR: Si anhelas que tu hogar sea bendecido, el Padre Carlos Aguirre esta dispuesto a visitar tu casa e implorar la protección divina de tu hogar el día y la hora que para ambos sea conveniente. Si deseas hacer una cita puedes comunicarte con la Oficina Hispana y hacer una cita o inscribirte al final de la misa de 6:30 pm. “Una CASA bendecida es un HOGAR transformado” PORFAVOR ESTAR PENDIENTES EN EL BOLETIN DE LA PROXIMA SEMANA ACERCA DEL HORARIO DE SEMANA SANTA. RECUERDEN EL PROXIMO DOMINGO 29 DE MARZO ES DOMINGO DE RAMOS (MISA EN ESPANOL A LAS 6:30 PM).