Church of Our Lady of Victories 42 Main Street, Sayreville, New Jersey 08872 (732) 257-0077 ~ Fax (732) 651-1898 Parish website: www.olvsayrenj.com CLERGY OF THE PARISHRev. Thomas Ryan, KCHS, Pastor Deacon Edward J. Majkowski, KHS PARISH OFFICES – PASTORAL CENTER Office Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00 AM to Noon / 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM (The Parish Offices are closed on Saturdays, Sundays, Holy Days and Holidays, and from 12:00 – 1:00 PM daily) PARISH OFFICE STAFF Paula Sweet, Receptionist Carla Dinardo, Parish Registration RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Office: (732) 238-9222 Jamie Wojcik, PCL Tina Ramilo, Religious Education Secretary DIRECTOR OF MUSIC John J. Tutela, (732)-750-3341 OUR LADY OF VICTORIES CEMETERY New Calvary Cemetery Washington Road, Parlin – (732)-257-0077 SCHEDULE OF MASSES Saturday Evenings: 5:00 PM Sundays: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30 AM and 12 Noon Weekdays: 6:45 AM, 8:15 AM, Monday evenings 7:00 PM Saturday Mornings: 9:00 AM Holydays: As announced DEVOTIONS Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Novena Mondays immediately following 7:00 PM Mass. SACRAMENT OF PENANCE Saturday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 Noon Or by appointment with a priest. SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM The first and third Sunday of each month at 1:00 PM. Arrangements are made by calling the Pastoral Office. A class for parents is required. SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY Couples should reserve the wedding date with Our Lady of Victories Church BEFORE any social arrangements are made. This should be done at least one year in advance. Please call the parish offices for further information. SACRAMENT OF THE SICK St. Peter Medical Center and Robert Wood Johnson Hospital have full time Catholic Chaplains appointed by the Diocese of Metuchen. These Chaplains are responsible for all Sacraments administered to Catholic patients. Emergency calls at other hospitals in our area are handled by various Parishes. The priests of Our Lady of Victories Parish make pastoral visits to our parishioners. Please call the Pastoral Office and let us know when someone in your family is in the hospital. Please also call at any time for an emergency. OUR LADY OF VICTORIES SCHOOL Cynthia Kitts, Principal Office 732-254-1676 ~ Fax 732-254-5066 Website: OLVNJ.com Celebrating Over 125 Years of Catholic Education
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Church of Our Lady of Victories 42 Main Street, Sayreville, New Jersey 08872
Office Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00 AM to Noon / 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
(The Parish Offices are closed on Saturdays, Sundays,
Holy Days and Holidays, and from 12:00 – 1:00 PM daily)
PARISH OFFICE STAFF
Paula Sweet, Receptionist Carla Dinardo, Parish Registration
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Office: (732) 238-9222
Jamie Wojcik, PCL Tina Ramilo, Religious Education Secretary
DIRECTOR OF MUSIC
John J. Tutela, (732)-750-3341
OUR LADY OF VICTORIES CEMETERY New Calvary Cemetery Washington Road, Parlin – (732)-257-0077
SCHEDULE OF MASSES Saturday Evenings: 5:00 PM
Sundays: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30 AM and 12 Noon Weekdays: 6:45 AM, 8:15 AM, Monday evenings 7:00 PM
Saturday Mornings: 9:00 AM Holydays: As announced
DEVOTIONS Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Novena Mondays immediately following 7:00 PM Mass.
SACRAMENT OF PENANCE Saturday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 Noon
Or by appointment with a priest.
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM The first and third Sunday of each month at 1:00 PM.
Arrangements are made by calling the Pastoral Office. A class for parents is required.
SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY Couples should reserve the wedding date with Our Lady of Victories Church BEFORE any social arrangements are made.
This should be done at least one year in advance. Please call the
parish offices for further information.
SACRAMENT OF THE SICK St. Peter Medical Center and Robert Wood Johnson Hospital
have full time Catholic Chaplains appointed by the Diocese of Metuchen. These Chaplains are responsible for all Sacraments
administered to Catholic patients. Emergency calls at other hospitals in our area are handled by various Parishes. The priests
of Our Lady of Victories Parish make pastoral visits to our
parishioners. Please call the Pastoral Office and let us know when someone in your family is in the hospital. Please also call at any
time for an emergency.
OUR LADY OF VICTORIES SCHOOL
Cynthia Kitts, Principal Office 732-254-1676 ~ Fax 732-254-5066
Website: OLVNJ.com
Celebrating Over 125 Years of Catholic Education
RECENT COLLECTIONS REPORT
December 24, 2017 Regular $12,213.00 Snow Maintenance $1,910.00
Thank you for your generosity!
Next Weekend … Together in Charity Collection
December 31, 2017 The Feast of the Holy Family
MONDAY - January 1, 2018 9:00 AM For Our Parishioners 12:10 PM † Richard J. Kreger r/o Lori Kahel
TUESDAY – January 2, 2018 6:45 AM † Donna Mytnick r/o Myers Family 8:15 AM † Marie Farrell r/o Janet Dodge & Susan Rush
WEDNESDAY – January 3, 2018 6:45 AM † Caroline Gallagher r/o Gene & Jean Fedor 8:15 AM † Sal Pucciarello r/o Richard Nowicki
THURSDAY – January 4, 2018 6:45 AM † Felix Wisniewski 8:15 AM † John & Pauline Dockiewicz r/o Family
FRIDAY – January 5, 2018 6:45 AM † Joey Orsini r/o Carla & Sarina 8:15 AM † Richard Pachuta r/o Joe & Geri Kabara
SATURDAY– January 6, 2018 9:00 AM Mass Association 5:00 PM For Our Parishioners
SUNDAY– January 7, 2018 7:30 AM † Donna Mytnick r/o John & Sharon Maher 9:00 AM † Judy Johns r/o Mark & Colleen Toth & Sons 10:30 AM † Christine Nastri-Thomas r/o Parents, Pat & Pete 12:00 PM For Vocations
Pope Francis invites us to pray with him for the
following intention for the month of January.
† Religious Minorities in Asia
That Christians, and other religious mi-
norities in Asian countries, may be able
to practice their faith in full freedom.
This Weekend’s Scripture
First Reading: Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14 Sirach emphasizes the importance of honoring one’s parents. He explains that spiritual riches will come to those who are kind to their mother and father.
Second Reading: Colossians 3:12-21 Paul advises us to treat each other with kindness and mercy and to forgive as God forgives us. His words remind families to always love and respect one another and let Christ’s peace reign in their hearts, and in their homes.
Gospel: Luke 2:22-40 Jesus was brought to Jerusalem to be consecrated according to the law of Moses. A man named Simeon had learned he would not die until he had seen God’s anointed. Upon seeing Jesus, he immediately declared he had witnessed “the glory of your people of Israel.” The prophetess Anna also gave thanks and spoke of Jesus to all who would listen. Both recognized the pow-er of Jesus, although he was still an infant.
As Pope Francis says, “The Gospel joy which enlivens the community of disciples is a missionary joy,” and “The joy of the Gospel is for all people: no one can be exclud-
ed.” All are welcome to join a Be My Witness small group. The small groups are starting soon!
Memorials for the Week of Dec. 31 - Jan 6
SANCTUARY CANDLE Stanley Marcinczyk r/o Michelle & Bill Brugnoli
BREAD & WINE Donna Mytnick r/o Michelle & Bill Brugnoli
MARY’S ALTAR
Jessica Medina r/o Grandparents, Jim & Pat McCracken
Gladys R. Rzepka r/o Bob Konen & Sue Ann Reese
For the Safety of our Military Families r/o The Lesinski Family
Glenn Maldonado r/o Daughter, Jane & Son, David
Donna Mytnick r/o Husband, Rich
Stanley Marcinczyk r/o Michelle & Bill Brugnoli
Health & Blessings For Susana Deza r/o Family
A Stewardship Thought . . .
“…as the Lord has forgiven you, so you must forgive.” COLOSSIANS 3:13
Forgiveness – one of the hard-est things for people to do. It’s amazing how long we can hold a grudge or be angry with someone. As we celebrate the feast of the Holy Family, take this oppor-tunity to give the gift of forgiveness to someone - may-be someone in your family, maybe a friend, maybe a co- worker or neighbor or, maybe yourself. Pick up the phone or text someone right now.
Our Lady of Victories School
Visit our website at www.olvnj.com
2017 Fall Calendar Raffle
Congratulations to our final winner of the fall calendar raffle
Linda Infusino ( $500)
Thank you to everyone for your support!
A JOURNEY THROUGH GRIEF “Blessed are those who mourn for they
shall be comforted” Grief is a long process of untangling ourselves after the loss of a cherished loved one. WHO AM I NOW? HOW DO I FIND THE STRENGTH TO GO ON? The program is offered as a support for all persons who have recently lost a loved one and are struggling with the mourning process. Let us help you as you help yourself. MONDAY EVENINGS for seven (7) weeks. PLACE: St. Thomas Parish Hall (One St. Thomas Plaza, Old Bridge, NJ 08857) BEGINS: January 15, 2018 ENDS: February 26, 2018 TIME: 7:00 − 8:30 p.m. −Revised Time Frame− CONTACT: Deacon Patrick at 732-251-4000 Ext 8218
No fee. Pre-registration required.
Mark your calendars for these upcoming events ...
National Catholic Schools Week January 28– February 2
Polar Plunge for Catholic Education
January 28
Steak Dinner February 24
“80’s Dance”
March 24
Designer Handbag Bingo April 13
Galatians … Set Free to Live
Paul’s letter to the Galatians speaks directly to the hearts of Christians and addresses the most important question we can ask: “What must we do to be saved?” This fascinating letter reveals the merciful love that God the Father has for us, his children. It speaks of the extraordinary gift of salvation that Jesus has won for us, and it explains how we can unite ourselves to Christ’s redeeming sacrifice. In the new study by Galatians: Set Free to Live by Jeff Cavins, learn what it means to have this filial relation-ship with God the Father, how He honors us as His children, and how we must honor Him as our loving Father.
Join us for an eight part bible study of the message of St. Paul. It will begin Tuesday, January 9 at 7PM.
For additional information contact Maureen Bender (732)-254-2513 or (732)- 254-4402
Download a flyer from our website at olvsayrenj.com
A Prayer for the New Year
Remember us, O God; from age to age be our comforter.
You have given us the wonder of time, blessings in days and nights, seasons and years.
Bless your children at the turning of the year and fill the months ahead with the bright hope
that is ours in the coming of Christ. You are our God, living and reigning,
Please see our New Year’s Mass Schedule included in this bulletin
Tuesday, January 2 Religious Education 5 PM– 6:15 PM
Wednesday, January 3 Religious Education 5 PM– 6:15 PM Religious Education 7 PM– 8:30 PM
Friday, January 5 Bible Study 9:30 AM Senior Club 1 PM
Upcoming Trips Sponsored by OLV Seniors
Sight and Sound Play, Thursday, April 5, 2018 to see the new production – Jesus. The price of the trip is $150.00 which includes the play, lunch at Shady Ma-ple, bus transportation, bus driver gratuity, and snacks on the bus. For further information or to reserve a seat, please contact Teri at 732-727-7639.
American Music Theater, Lancaster, Pa. - Thurs-day, May 3, 2018 to see Songs of the Silver Screen. The price of the trip is $125.00 which includes the mu-sical, lunch at Shady Maple, bus transportation, bus driver gratuity, and snacks on the bus. For further infor-mation or to reserve a seat, please contact Teri at (732)-727-7639.
The Ark and Creation Museum- May 7 – 11, 2018. The price of the trip is $690.00 which includes 4 nights lodging, 4 breakfasts, 2 dinners including a Riverboat Dinner Cruise and a German dinner with entertainment at the Hofbrau Haus. Also included in the price is ad-mission to the Ark and the Creation Museum, a guided tour of Cincinnati, Ohio and much more. For further information or to reserve a space on this trip please contact Finita at (732)-721-5081.
Happy New Year from The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Thank you for your support!
Happy New Year everyone! 2017 was a great year for us and with your continued support we’ll accomplish even more in2018. Is your New Year’s resolution to become involved with helping the poor of our commu-nity? If so, why not join us? Our next General Meeting will be on Monday Jan. 22nd in MDH at 7:30p.m. Hope to see you there.
Our food pantry has been a busy place this Christmas season. Although we are well stocked on many items thanks to all the recent large donations, it goes quickly. We certainly appreciate your continued support. Can you help us with non-perishable donations? We need: juices & drinks, pasta sauce, canned or packaged fruit, peanut butter, coffee, sugar. Donations can be left in the church lobby after any mass. Thank you.
Our Lord said; “As you have done for the least of my brethren, you have done unto me.” This is the basis for all we do at the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. We invite you to share in our mission. If you or someone you know is in need of assistance please contact us through the parish office. In the past we’ve helped people with rent, utility, groceries, medicines, special dietary requirements and many other needs. No work of charity is foreign to our society. In the name of Christ we are here to help and to serve. Please put us to work.
OLV Senior Club January Meeting
The OLV Senior Group will hold their January meeting on Friday, January 5, 2018 at 1 PM in Monsignor Dal-ton Hall. After our regular business meeting, we will have our Chinese luncheon. All luncheon requests must be received by Mary by Sunday, December 31st in order to have an accurate count. No requests will be taken after that date Please contact Mary at 732-727-5056. The cost of the luncheon is $5.00. Food dona-tions will be taken for the St. Vincent DePaul pantry. For further information contact. Teri at 732-727-7639. March for Life Bus Trip
January 19, 2018
Our Lady of Victories Knights of Colum-bus Council #2061 is sponsoring a bus trip to Washing-ton D.C. to participate in the Annual March for Life on Friday, January 19, 2018 This will be the 45th year of the march to repeal the 1973 Roe vs. Wade Su-preme Court decision that made abortion on demand the law of the land. There will be a 6:45 A.M. Mass at Our Lady of Victories Church 42 Main Street Sayre-ville. The bus will depart at 7:30 A.M. from the church lower parking lot. Lunch is also included. A min-imum donation of $25 ($10 for children) is requested. If you support this cause but are unable to make the trip, a donation to help defray the costs will be greatly ap-preciated. For further information about the trip or to reserve a seat, please contact Michael Yetsko at 732-727-7639 or e-mail at [email protected].
Adoration for Life
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament Friday, January 19 beginning 12 Noon
8:45 AM Saturday, January 20
Join us in prayer before the Blessed Sacrament for the intention of the respect of all human life, from con-
ception to natural death.
We will unite our prayers with those attending the March for Life in Washington, DC on the 19th.
A sign up display will soon be in the Church to assist.
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