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The Sunday Steward The weekly parish bulletin for The Church of Saint Ann
1253 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 and the Saint Michael Church, Trenton, NJ
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SUN., May 24
THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD Adantimo Armenti by Ada Armenti and Children Leo Fabbro by Lydia Fabbro Keephart and Family Robert Sopko by Bob and Elaine Kusek Paul J. Vagnozzi by the Coyle Family Suzanne Murphy by Elaine Murphy William Stilwell by Wife Joyce Stilwell Living and Deceased Members of Zado and Fabechech Families by Yelka, Frank, Ray and Family People of the Parish
ST. MICHAEL
MON., May 25
MEMORIAL DAY Ersilia Nini by Esterina Toto and Family Frank Tomasi by Esterina Toto and Family
TUES., May 26
Nelson Piedrahita by Mary and Karen Piedrahita Gaetano Martorana by Rosa Immordino and Family
WED., May 27
Nicolina Bossio by Ralph Veltri and Marianne Castagna
Robert Stemmer by Carol Melillo
THURS., May 28
Maria Tom by Gertrud Siber and Family Jennie Stia by Pauline Toth
FRI., May 29
Donald Pica by Hope Holland Philip R. Roddy by E. Dana Morgan and Family
SAT., May 30
Gerald Cobb by Carol Melillo Pauline Dominelli by Robert and Jennifer Garmise Patrice Hennessy by Pat Shelmet (Mother)
SUN., May 31
PENTECOST SUNDAY Joseph Saphire by The Krisak Family Carmen and Carmela Veltri by The Veltri Family Nicholas Loveless by Bob and Elaine Kusek Robert Sopko by Barbara Sopko Joyce Pluta by Mary and Frank McKittrick Martha Jane Laubach by Disciples of the Well Prayer Group
Antonio Crudele by Daughter Irene and Family Ann Toomey Bugdal by Don Bugdal
ST. MICHAEL
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DAILY LITURGY for the Week of May 24, 2020
Please Pray for Healing: Frances Betteley
Frank Campo
Barbara Costello
Margaret Fedorsak
Elaine Kusek
Frank McGraw
Helen Modzelewski
Joan O'Rahilly
Eunice Webb
And parishioners who are sick and homebound
Let Us Pray for the Eternal Repose of the Souls of:
Peter Yacyk
Marilyn Summers
Marilyn Merle Kelly
Helen Feeny
Barbara Czepiga
William Sherman Webb
Josefina Buerano
Joseph Parell, Jr.
Martin Paulsson
Diane Pearl Sward
Anthony Zulla
Frank Raybinski
Gary Vanderbilt
John Graziul
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SUNDAY, May 24 , 2020 The Ascension of the Lord and Memor ial Day Weekend
The Church of Saint Ann Sunday Mass: 9:30 AM - Live-Stream In Car Parking Lot Mass
Saint Michael Church Sunday Masses: (SUSPENDED) 8:45 AM - English
10:00 AM - Slovak; and 12:30 PM - Korean
MONDAY, May 25 , 2020 Memor ia l Day
● Live-Steam Daily Mass 9:30 AM ● Miraculous Medal Novena (SUSPENDED) ● 10:30 AM to 6:00 PM Chapel is open for private
prayer
TUESDAY, May 26, 2020
● Live-Steam Daily Mass 9:30 AM ● 10:30 AM to 6:00 PM Chapel is Open for Private
Prayer and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
WEDNESDAY, May 27 , 2020
● Live-Steam Daily Mass 9:30 AM ● Saint Ann School Field Day 9:00 AM - Saint Ann
School Playground and Grove (CANCELLED) ● Virtual Scripture Study 7:00 PM - Contact Fred
Vasapolli at least a day before at (609) 273-6647 ● Adult Choir Rehearsal 7:15 PM - Sister Thea Bowman Music Room (SUSPENDED)
THURSDAY, May 28 , 2020
● Live-Steam Daily Mass 9:30 AM ● Junior Legion of Mary 2:30 PM - Pope John Paul Community Room (CANCELLED) ● Virtual Knights of Columbus Council 7000 Officers Meeting 7:00 PM ● Weekly Saint Ann Novena followed by Novena to
Saint Jude 7:30 PM - (Saint Michael Church) (SUSPENDED)
FRIDAY, May 29 , 2020
● Live-Steam Daily Mass 9:30 AM ● Morning Prayer/Communion Service 7:00 AM -
Chapel (SUSPENDED)
SATURDAY, May 30 , 2020
● Live-Steam Daily Mass 9:30 AM ● Saint Ann School PTA End of Year BBQ 6:30 PM -
Saint Ann School and Grove (CANCELLED)
SUNDAY, May 31 , 2020 Pentecost Sunday
The Church of Saint Ann Sunday Mass: 9:30 AM Live-Steam Sunday Mass
Saint Michael Church Sunday Masses: (SUSPENDED) 8:45 AM - English
10:00 AM - Slovak; and 12:30 PM - Korean
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WEEKLY SCHEDULE
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May 3rd
to May 17th
, 2020 WRAP YOUR GIFT . . . USE YOUR ENVELOPES
Offerings for the Church of Saint Ann
Number of Registered Households
Number of People Using Faith Direct
May 3, 2020
Electronic Funds
Total Contributions *Note: electronic contributions are received twice a month.
May 10, 2020
Electronic Funds
Total Contributions *Note: electronic contributions are received twice a month.
May 17, 2020
Electronic Funds
Total Contributions *Note: electronic contributions are received twice a month.
Month to Date Collections for May 2020
Total Collections for May 2019
3,150
229
$2,087.00
*0,000.00
$2,087.00
$14,337.00
*15,765.00
$30,102.00
$790.00
*000.00
$790.00
$32,979.00
$68,389.00
Thank You
for your continued
generosity! During this unusual time with
Masses suspended, to those who are able, we beg that you continue to generously support your parish church financially by mailing in your weekly envelopes, dropping them off at the mailbox in front of the FDC entrance or by donating online at: (https://membership.faithdirect.net/enroll/NJ709). We rely on your donations to provide unin-terrupted parish functions to our parishioners. We cannot do it without your help.
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Parish Mission Statement
The Church of Saint Ann in Lawrenceville is a
Roman Catholic family of faith, built on the inspiration of
past generations, to serve the community
by loving God and our neighbor.
We strengthen faith, celebrate the sacraments,
provide for the spiritual and corporal works of mercy,
educate across the lifespan, heal the spiritually broken,
and respect the dignity of human life.
We live the Gospel and seek Christ in all people.
GOSPEL M a y 2 4 , 2 0 2 0
The Ascension of the Lord MT 28:16-20
The eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had ordered them. When they saw him, they worshiped, but they doubted. Then Jesus approached and said to them, “All power in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have com-manded you. And behold, I am with you always, until the end of the age.”
REFLECTION Today we recall Christ’s ascension to his Father in heaven. Before he left, he promised his disciples that he would be with them always. Indeed, the Lord is with us when we gather in his name, as we listen to the word of God, and as the bread and wine are consecrated. Let us celebrate the assurance that Christ is with us always, now and until the end of time.
May 24, 2020
Saint Ann Sanctuary Candle VINCENZO PULITO
Requested by
Mary and Vito Pulito
Our Parish Goal: $100,000 Raised As of May 11, 2020: $32,249
Percentage of Goal: 30%
2020
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Saint Ann School
Graduating
Class of 2020 (June 5, 2020)
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FAITH FORMATION - GOF, RE, CLOW As you are well aware, our parish generations of faith (GOF) and religious education (RE) programs would have officially ended in April (GOF) and this past week in May (RE). These have been challenging days for all of us. None of us could have imagined these last two months. We are all trying to stay safe even as we begin to open up activity, hopeful that we will see each other soon and continue in our common journey of faith with the parish community. We understand that you are still busy with traditional schoolwork, even as you try to keep faith formation going in your home. We could not let the year close without saying THANK YOU. We especially want to thank all parents/guardians for your support and encouragement on your child’s faith journey—all that you do to foster the faith of your children. Though our classes/sessions were cut short from the pandemic, every year brings its own blessings and rewards, for children and families and for our parish religious education programs and those who serve in it. We thank our children and teens who participated in our programs. We need you! You inspire us with your enthusiasm and challenge us to grow in our love and faith and renew our commitment to follow Jesus. For those who eagerly await celebrating First Communion and Confirmation, we have not forgotten you and soon will schedule these celebrations when we have more information and can safely gather again as church. We also want to take this opportunity to thank our catechists, aides and volunteers. In our religious education program: Tessy Antony, Jeanette Amico, Dana Barrett, Evelyn Bennett, Katie Black, Tina Cobb, Christine Crane, Yvonne Daniel, Robin Davis, Mary Ellen Erdie, Sheyla Gramojo, Lisa Grieco, Yury Herrera, Elaine Hogan, Baibitha Joy, Theresa Melendez, Margueritte Nebia, Frank Pecht, Erin Petura, Jennifer Sost, Tony Staltari, Pat Staltari, Jeff Verga, and Michelle Zimmaro. In our CLOW (Children's Liturgy of the Word) program at the 9:30 a.m. Sunday mass: Ray Bucchi and the parent leaders who assist in the activities. In our generations of faith program: Frank and Ginny Soltis, Jim Scott, Chris Small, Fred Vasapolli, Frank Golazeski, Donna Guarraggi, Helene Vitella, Peggy Sterns, Sue Rodriguez, Angela Parascando, Pat Adams, Amy Thomas, Gabrielle Raccosta, Maryann Raccosta, Brian McCord, Valerie Tomaszewski and the families who assisted with set up, clean up, and other necessary tasks. Without all of them, our programs would not be possible. With their constant attention and dedication, our program continues to be very fruitful. We cannot thank them enough for their service. Let us all continue to remember one another in prayer, for the safety and health of all. God’s Peace,
Gary Maccaroni
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“New Stimulus Package Approved by Congress”
Section 2204. Allowance of partial above the line deduction for charitable contributions. The provision encourages
Americans to contribute to churches and charitable organizations in 2020 by permitting them to deduct up to $300 of
cash contributions, whether they itemize their deductions or not.
Section 2205. Modification of limitations on charitable contributions during 2020. The provision increases the limita-
tions on deductions for charitable contributions by individuals who itemize, as well as corporations. For individuals, the
50 percent of adjusted gross income limitation is suspended for 2020. For corporations, the 10 percent limitation is
increased to 25 percent of taxable income. This provision also increases the limitation on deductions for contributions
of food inventory from 15 percent to 25 percent.
A young man was surprised to find his sick and elderly grandfather planting a small peach tree in his backyard. When
the young man asked his grandfather why he was planting the tree, the old man replied, “Son, all my life I have
eaten the fruit from trees that other people have planted. I figure I have an obligation to make
sure there is some fruit around for others to enjoy.”
Four Ways to Leave A Legacy
Did you know there are four easy ways for you to remember your parish in your will?
1. A Specific Bequest – You can designate a certain amount of cash or specific assets to the parish.
2. A Residual Bequest – You can plan for the parish to receive all or a portion of your estate after other specific
bequests have been distributed.
3. A Percentage Bequest – You can designate a certain percentage of the estate to go to the parish.
4. A Contingent Bequest – You can make the parish the recipient of a bequest if others named in your will are not
living at the time of your death.
No matter how you decide to remember your parish, a gift from your will accomplishes several key benefits.
• It sends a strong message to your heirs that the Church played an important role in your life.
• It guarantees that your generosity to the Church will be continued even after you are gone.
• It provides important assistance to our parish.
It may even provide tax benefits for your heirs.
Talk to your lawyer or financial counselor today about the best way for you.
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Knights of Columbus, Lawrence Council #7000
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Thursday, June 11, 2020 2pm – 7pm
Church of Saint Ann - 1253 Lawrenceville Road
Appointments are preferred.
Please contact: 1-800-Red-Cross (733-2767)
Or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter Sponsor Keyword: KofC7000
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Parish Office: Fax:
Parish Website:
609-882-6491 609-882-4366 www.churchofsaintann.net
Saint Ann School School Fax:
School Website:
609-882-8077 609-882-0327 www.saintannschool.org
Religious Education Office:
609-882-8077, ext. 234
RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS (RCIA) RCIA is the process by which adults become full, active,
participating members of the Catholic Church. This includes receiving the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. Please call the parish office for information.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION PROGRAM Our Parish Religious Education Program meets during the school year for Children
K-8: Sundays 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM or Mondays 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM. Family Generations of Faith meets once a month. Sacrament Preparation for First Holy Communion is 2nd Grade and for Confirmation it is for 7th and 8th Grades. Please email with any questions to [email protected].
SAINT ANN SCHOOL 34 Rossa Avenue, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 Saint Ann School has provided quality elementary school education for over forty years. It also sponsors extended day and afterschool programs. The preschool program serves children aged three to four years. Arrange for a tour by calling 609-882-8077 or visit saintannschool.org.
PARISH OFFICE HOURS Located in the Faith Development Center. (Entrance behind Church/opposite Saint Ann School.)
Parish Office Hours: Monday, Thursday and Friday 8:30 AM until 4:30 PM; Tuesday and Wednesday 8:30 AM until 8:00 PM; Sunday 9:00 AM until 3:00 PM; and by appointment. Call anytime in the case of an emergency.
PARISH BULLETIN Information for the bulletin needs to be received at the Parish Office by 3:00 PM on Friday of the
preceding week. E-mailing items for consideration to [email protected] is preferred. Thank you!
PASTORAL TEAM Mr. James Scott, Deacon
Rev. Leandro Dela Cruz, Pastor (609) 882-6491, ext. 112 Mr. Frank Golazeski, Deacon Rev. Msgr. Casimir Ladzinski, Weekend Assistant Sr. Pat McGinley, SSJ, Pastoral Associate (609) 882-6491, ext. 115 Rev. Peter Bujdos, Weekend Assistant - Saint Michael Church Mr. Gary Maccaroni, Pastoral Associate and Acting Director of Religious Education (609) 882-6491, ext. 116
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Faith Direct We are thankful for all the generous gifts that you provide to our parish, but realize that you cannot be with us every Sunday of the year. Please consider using our secure electronic giving program, Faith Direct. Faith Direct will automati-cally process any offertory or second collections donations of your choosing. Please visit www.faithdirect.net and use our church code: NJ709, or by mailing a paper enrollment form available at the welcome desk in the parish office. Thank you for your continued support of our parish family!
Remembrance in Your Will A remembrance for your parish in your will is a wonderful way to provide for the future
well-being of your parish community. Thank you for considering this very special way
of sharing with your parish family.
