SAINT MARY CHURCH 830 FIFTH AVENUE ALPHA, NEW JERSEY 08865 Weekly Mass Schedule Daily (Monday ‐ Saturday).................................................. 8:00 am Saturday Vigil............................................................................ 5:00 pm Sunday ............................................................ 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 am Rosary prayed Monday ‐ Saturday at 7:40 am Miraculous Medal Novena, Mondays aŌer the 8:00 am Mass Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confessions) Saturday: 11:00 am to 12 noon and following the 5:00 pm Mass Sacrament of Baptism First & Third Sundays of the month (see “BapƟsm Policy” inside bulleƟn). Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick Please call the parish office to arrange a visit for our parish’s sick and shut‐ins. Sacrament of Matrimony Please call the parish office at least one year in advance to begin the process. Religious Education Classes (September ‐ May) Monday ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐ Grades 1 & 2 ....................... 4 ‐ 5:00 pm Tuesday ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐ Grades 3, 4 & 5 .................. 4 ‐ 5:00 pm Wednesday ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐ Grades 6 & 7 ....................... 4 ‐ 5:00 pm Parish Ofϔice 830 FiŌh Avenue Alpha, New Jersey 08865‐4534 Hours ....................................................................... 9:00 am ‐ 4:00 pm Phone.................. 908‐454‐0444 Fax .................. 908‐454‐7745 E‐mail .................................................................. offi[email protected]Website.................................................................. www.stmaryrc.org Ms. Nadine Torman, Parish Secretary Mr. Eugene Giancamilli, Music Director Mr. Charles King, Maintenance Lay Trustees Mrs. Jeanne McGann Mr. Peter Peƫnelli Christopher Troxell, Esq., Chairperson, Parish Finance Council Mrs. Paula Hardin, Facilitator, Parish Pastoral Council Religious Education Msgr. Luisini Parish Center Phone.................. 908‐454‐5264 Fax .................. 908‐454‐9595 E‐mail ........................................................... [email protected]Mrs. MaryBeth Luzzeƫ, Parish CatecheƟcal Leader Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time October 27, 2019 Rev. Msgr. Terrance M. Lawler, KCHS Pastor Rev. James G. Tucker Parochial Vicar George L. Bolash Deacon John B. Van Haute Deacon
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SAINTMARYCHURCH830 FIFTH AVENUE ALPHA, NEW JERSEY 08865
WeeklyMassScheduleDaily (Monday ‐ Saturday) .................................................. 8:00 am
Baptisms are usually celebrated on the first and third Sunday of each month following the 11:00 AM Mass.
Baptismal classes are usually held on the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM in the Parish Center. Registered parishioners wishing to have their child baptized should call the Parish Office, and, at that time, basic information will be asked and the dates will be given for the Baptism class. First-time parents MUST attend this preparation class before the Baptism of the child. It is recommended that this class be taken after the birth of the child.
Godparents and Confirmation Sponsors must be at least 14 years of age, have received the Sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation, must attend Mass regularly and, if married, their marriage must be recognized by the Catholic Church. These requirements are the universal law of the Church, and are not determined by the individual parish. If the person you choose as godparent or sponsor fulfills these requirements, they are asked to furnish a statement from their Parish that they are indeed eligible to be a sponsor. A father or mother may not act as sponsor for their own child.
All requests for Sponsor Eligibility Letters are to be made well in advance of the reception of the Sacrament and will be issued in Church after any weekend Mass by Monsignor Lawler, Fr. Jim Tucker, or one of our Deacons.
Every family moving into the parish should register by obtaining a census form from either the priest or deacon after any weekend Mass (in Church). Registration is required for all parish services and sponsor eligibility forms. Sunday worship on a regular basis is the sign of a practicing Catholic. Any young adult 21 years of age or older living at home should register in the parish separately.
Adult Choir: Thursdays at 7:00 PM in Church. New Members welcome! Contact: Gene Giancamilli at 454-1616.
Adult Education: Select Wednesday evenings at 7:00 PM in the Church Hall. See the bulletin for meeting dates.
Adult Formation Group: Meets Tuesdays in the Parish Center. 9:30 - 11:00 AM. Contact: Grace Varga 908-777-3817
Altar Rosary Society: 4th Tuesday of each month, 7:00 PM Mass. Meeting follows in Church Hall. Contact: Kathy Farina 908-475-5566.
Columbiettes: 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7:00 PM. Meetings at St. Mary Church Hall and SPSJ - Mercy Hall. Contact: Beverly Redondo 732-239-1759 or Carol Kucheruck 908-454-6882.
Disabilities Ministry: Contact: Chris Sumner at 479-1055.
Footprints Ministry (Cancer Support): Assists parishioners and anyone else who has been diagnosed with cancer as well as caregivers who need support, guidance or information. Contact Sandy Moore at 908-454-7993
Holy Name Society: 2nd Sunday of each month at the 8 AM Mass. Meeting follows in Church Hall. Contact: Ryan Fucilli at 908-454-4233.
Knights of Columbus: Visit www.kofccouncil474.com or contact Al Redondo 732-239-1986 .
Knitting & Crocheting: For information call Anne Carey at 908-454-4045
Martha’s Table: Assists parishioners with dinners after surgery, accident, death, or when dealing with a long-term illness. Contact: Debbie Iorio at 908-479-1506 or Gia Van Haute at 908-835-1136.
Mary’s Helpers: A group of parishioners available to help families with refreshments after a Funeral Mass. Call the office at 454-0444 for more information.
Meals on Wheels: Contact: Lucy at 908-859-6829.
Saints Philip & James Catholic School: Serving Pre-K through 8th grade. For information, call 859-1244.
Sanctuary Guild: Rotating groups clean the Church on Thursdays following the 8:00 AM Mass (once a month). Contact the office at 454-0444 for information.
Social Concerns: Check the bulletin for meeting dates. Contact: Klara Tarsi at 484-373-4267.
Social Justice: 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7 PM in the Parish Center. Contact: Steven Fantina 908-283-1794
ALTAR SERVERS - GROUP 3 5:00 P.M. Sat: Ben & Will Capron, Logan Parker Carli Van Haute 8:00 A.M. Sun: Katie Iannitto, Michael Maslonka, Jamie Wood 9:30 A.M. Sun: Joey Leyrer, Zach Hardin 11:00 A.M. Sun: Michael Iorio, Christian & Olivia Pettinelli Connor & Zachary Sumner READERS – GROUP 1 5:00 P.M. Sat: Pat Kane 8:00 A.M. Sun: Pete Pettinelli 9:30 A.M. Sun: Carol Kucheruck 11:00 A.M. Sun: Rainie Roncoroni
EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS – GROUP 1 5:00 P.M. Sat: Sandy Moore, Drew Pellegrino, Daniel Thompson, Lorraine Miller 8:00 A.M. Sun: Deb Miers, Vina Serrano, Lorraine & Tony Turdo 9:30 A.M. Sun: Maria King, Anna Knoble, Kris Schultz, Volunteer Needed 11:00 A.M. Sun: Gail Glazer, Frank Scott Dan Soto, Jeannette Soto
CHILDREN’S LITURGY LEADERS - GROUP 1 9:30 A.M. Paula Hardin Natalie Leyrer Janine Fucilli
SANCTUARY GUILD - GROUP 3: Kathy Farina Sue LaGullo Mary Lee DeBosh Grace Varga Marci Cumbo Lorrie Pryor Pat Taylor
COUNTERS - GROUP A : Meg Boulos Sharon Emery Christopher Maslonka
Let us continue to pray for the safety of the men and women in the Armed Forces who are showing us what it
means to serve others.
“We live in the land of the free because of the brave!”
E4 Jonathan B. Bisci PVP Joel Hummer LT. Lauren Brown 2LT Michael McDermott LT Michael Brown LT Matthew Morgan MAJ Matthew Ferretti CPT George A. Pieros C4C James Foran HM3 Amanda Jo Pludowski CPT Justin Hazlett LT Nick Porcelli SSG Airman Katharina Helmick EM3 Brendan Redington FLT Christopher Housel CPT Spencer Reed FLT Meghan Housel CPL Vincent Settineri CPL Jared Hummer PO1 Jeffrey Smigelsky
If your loved one is currently serving overseas in any branch of the military, you can have a FREE care package mailed by contacting the Easton-based organization Support the Troops. Call 610 438 8885 or send an email to [email protected].
Grades 1 & 2 Monday, October 28 4:00 PM Grades 3, 4, & 5 Tuesday, October 29 4:00 PM Grades 6 & 7 Wednesday, October 30 4:00 PM Grade 1 & 2 Sunday, November 3 9:00 AM
Parents of children entering first grade in September, 2019 in
either public or Catholic School, who did not receive a registration
form by mail, and new parishioners with children entering
any elementary grade in September are reminded to register their
children for School of Religion.
Fees for the 2019/2020 School Year 1st Child $70.00 + $15.00 Book Fee = $85.00 2nd Child $45.00 + $15.00 Book Fee = $60.00 3rd Child $25.00 + $15.00 Book Fee = $40.00 4th Child No Charge
Please note that we offer 2 options for the first grade religious education:
• Sunday starting at 9:00 AM
• Monday 4:00PM - 5:00PM
For more information contact MaryBeth Luzzetti@ 908-454-5264
CATHOLIC CHARITIES THRIFT STORE 387 South Main St., Phillipsburg NJ
Is in immediate need of Halloween costumes for children. Please donate your gently used costumes to the store, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 10:00 am and 3:30 pm. We greatly appreciate your assistance in providing a fun Halloween experience for our youth. Please call 908-859-5447 if you have any questions.
Page Four October 27, 2019 St. Mary Church
M ISunday October 27 - Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
8:00 AM People of the Parish 9:30 AM Richard Youpa Thomas & Mary Lee DeBosh 11:00 AM Deceased Member of the Lorenzetti Family Lorenzetti children
Monday October 28 - Saints Simon and Jude, Apostles 8:00 AM Mindy Sweeney Mr. & Mrs. Auriello Santos
Tuesday October 29 8:00 AM Bernard Kenney family
Wednesday October 30 8:00 AM Mary Bolash Charles & Maria King
Thursday October 31 8:00 AM Dolores McGeehan-Woodsum Mary Ann Solimine
Friday November 1 - All Saints 8:00 AM Gus Trincheria Ruth, John & Family 12:10 PM Mary Gale MaryBeth & Nelson Luzzetti 7:00 PM Bill & Margaret Wisner daughter & family
Saturday November 2 - All Souls Day 8:00 AM Dolores McGeehan-Woodsum Katie & Fernando Elizalde
Saturday November 2 - Vigil Mass of the Thirty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time 5:00 PM Mr. & Mrs. Bruno Pesaresi Liz & Wayne Pesaresi
Sunday November 3 - Thirty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00 AM People of the Parish 9:30 AM Thomas “Joe” Carey wife, Anne & family 11:00 AM John Russo Marti & Charlie Mamrak
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Maxwell Alexander, Toni Altman, Ann Apostalakis, Louis Austin, Charles Bachman, Gus Bevilacqua, Nick Carbone, Ann Caroprese, Salvatore Caroprese, Gary Davila, Donald DeGerolamo, Diane Delany, Mary Dorrler,
Logan Ernst, Maureen Solomon Ericson, James Fauerbach, Tom and Pat Fey, Bernadette Firretto, Leonard Fucili, Michelle Gercie, Arthur Gobbi, Carol Gould, Sean Green, Linda Gumulak, Elizabeth Hall, Sandy Hegeman,
Ana Henry, Mary Ann Hub, Kelly Jankoski, Chris Kerber, Jack Kriebel, Kathe Kriebel, Darlene Kopach, John Kopach, Sr., Stacie Kopach, Lloyd Kuhnle, Irene LaCaruba, John Lauriano, Jean Leibfarth, Helen & John Long,
Maryann Lotto, Cathryn Luscinski, Joanna Magarowicz, Brianna Maida, Tom & Elaine Mariano, Sandy Marino, Thomas Maxcy, Jr., Diana Mazun, Eric Mazun, George McConnell, Ed McGlynn, Kay Meehan, Michael Meehan, Anne Midtgard, Rose Migliacci, Sandra Miglione, Louis Minotti, Al Moran, Sharon Moran, Melissa & Trevor Nelson, Lauren Nicole, John Ober, Arthur Pierfy, Helen Pierfy, Alvin Pursel, Jack Quinn, Todd Raison, Mark Reda, Ronnie Rosania, Bonnie Rossi, JohnRuschak, Julie Segreaves, Bob Seidel, Diana Shepherd, Billy Sherwood, Clarissa Shook, Cynthia Smith, Mary Ann Smith, Dan Snyder,
Anthony Somma, Michael Spitzer, Justin Stasak, Kathryn Stine, John Struzinski, Christian Sumner, Doug Swope, Alex Tarletsky, David Thomas, Ethel Thomas, Olga Tolosko, Christine Vincent, Joseph White & Irene Wilson, Marc Young
Page Five October 27, 2019 St. Mary Church
THIRTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
First Reading: Sirach 35:12-14, 16-18 God is just and does not show favoritism, but hears the prayers of everyone. Anyone who serves God, no matter how lowly his position here on earth, will be heard and answered.
Second Reading: 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18 Paul writes to Timothy that he thinks his mission is near the end, and he is glad his faith is still strong. Paul hopes that all nations will hear the gospel. But, if he is executed as he anticipates, he is sure he will live forever in heaven.
Gospel: Luke 18:9-14 Jesus tells a parable about a Pharisee who went to the temple, and offered up a prayer of thanks because he was not a sinner like the tax collector who was also there to pray. The tax collector was far more humble, acknowledging his sins, and asking forgiveness for them. Jesus said the tax collector's prayer would be heard because, "Everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, while he who humbles himself will be exalted."
Sunday Sir 35:12-14, 16-18; 2 Tm 4:6-8, 16-18; Lk 18:9-14
Monday Eph 2:19-22; Lk 6:12-16
Tuesday Rom 8:18-25; Lk 13:18-21
Wednesday Rom 8:26-30; Lk 13:22-30
Thursday Rom 8:31b-39; Lk 13:31-35
First Friday Rv 7:2-4, 9-14; 1 Jn 3:1-3; Mt 5:1-12a
First Saturday Wis 3:1-9; Rom 5:5-11 or Rom 6:3-9; Jn 6:37-40 or any readings from no. 668 or from the Lectionary for Mass (vol. IV), the Masses for the Dead, nos. 1011-1016
SCRIPTURES FOR THE WEEK
Tabernacle Candle burns In loving memory of
Mary Rovi by
Debbie Miers
The Flowers on the Blessed Mother Altar are in loving memory of Margaret & Donald Dodgson
By Ed, Grace Ann, Kevin & Eric Duffy
HOLY HOUR for CONSECRATION to OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE
We now have two months before our Diocese of Metuchen is consecrated to Our Lady of Guadalupe. Let us prepare ourselves spiritually for personal consecration.
On Friday, November 22, at 7:00pm, our final Holy Hour before Diocesan consecration will take place. We will all have the opportunity to consecrate ourselves and our parish of St. Mary to Our Lady of Guadalupe. Please join us and make this Diocesan Consecration a memorable event.
An information session on Annulments will be held at Blessed Sacrament Church, 1890 Washington Valley Road in Martinsville on Wednesday, November 13, 2019 and Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 105 Summer Road in Three Bridges (GPS: use Flemington) on Thursday, November 14, 2019. Bothe identical presentations will begin at 7:30 P.M. These identical presentations are intended for those who have experienced the pain and anguish of a divorce and who wish to learn more about the Annulment process and have common myths dispelled. Presented by The Tribunal of the Diocese of Metuchen in a confidential and sensitive atmosphere. RSVP appreciated: 732-529-7589 or [email protected].
Catholic Prayer & Support Group for Families Affected by Mental Health Issues
The Diocese of Metuchen's Office for Persons with Disabilities is sponsoring a Catholic Prayer and Support Group for Families Affected by Mental Health Issues:
On the first Wednesday of each month at 10:00 AM & 7:00 PM (until December) at St. Patrick Church, 327 Greenwich Street, Belvidere, NJ 07823
On the first Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, 35 Mountain Avenue,
Somerville, NJ 08876 in the Talbot Room.
Elaine Eckard, President of the Warren County affiliate of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness), the nation’s largest grassroots organization on mental illness, will be facilitator. It is our hope that our newly formed support group will offer many beneficial tips on how to cope with mental health issues that continue to be misunderstood in our culture. For more information please call 732-765-6432 or email: [email protected]
24 Hour Prayer Line Our Diocesan Office for Persons with Disabilities has a 24 hour prayer line for those who desire any prayers whatsoever for special intentions. If you have a special request and would like someone remembered in prayer, please call us and leave a detailed message at 732-765-6431 or send an email to our office: [email protected]
Apostles of Prayer If you would like to become an Apostle of Prayer, making a commitment to pray each day for the thousands of people who request prayers, please contact us so we can send you an application for a prayer kit. Please leave a detailed message at 732-765-6431 or send an email to our office: [email protected]
More Resources for Persons with Disabilities Our Diocesan Office for Persons with Disabilities has a Facebook page that provides daily updates with short inspirational reflections for people with disabilities, family members and care givers. The site also includes several resources for those with physical, emotional, cognitive, visual, auditory and other special challenges. To access our Facebook page type the following into your search engine: Diocese of Metuchen Office for Persons with Disabilities
DAILY ROSARY: Recitation of the Rosary every morning at 7:40 am, prior to the 8:00 am Mass.
ADULT CHOIR: Thursdays at 7 PM, in the choir loft. New members are encouraged and there are no auditions! Call Gene Giancamilli at 908-454-1616
ADULT FORMATION GROUP: Meets Tuesdays, September through June, 9:30 - 11:00 am in the Parish Center. Contact Grace Varga at 908-7773817
FRIENDLY VISITORS - SOCIAL CONCERNS: bring the Eucharist to parishioner in local nursing home and our parishioners who are unable to attend Mass. If you have a family member who would like to receive the Eucharist, please notify the Parish Office at 908-454-0444.
HOLY NAME SOCIETY: Will meet every 2nd Sunday after the 8:00am Mass.
Certification Courses offered
Instructor: Kathleen McHenry Dates upon request - text 908-347-7441 or
Anyone interested in receiving this statue in their home may sign up on the sheet which is located on the table at the entrance to the church. For information please contact Anna Knoble at 908-454-0423.
Our Lady of Guadalupe Traveling Prayer Kit
Would you like Our Lady of Guadalupe to visit your home? Staring the week of July 28, 2019, anyone interested can sign up in
the Blue Binder located at the back entrance of the church.
For more information, please call Maria King at 908-454-5077
CRAFTERS NEEDED
St Mary’s Altar Rosary Holiday Craft Show
Saturday December 7, 2019 Time: 9am-2pm
Cost $20.00 Contact Mary Lee at 908-454-4980
or Susie at 908-995-9772
Choices Matter - A Critical Life Conference - November 2, 2019 (Formerly The Critical Life Issues Conference)
This year the Diocese of Metuchen and The Catholic Student Association at Rutgers present “Choices Matter “- A Critical Life Conference which will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2019. Mass will be celebrated by Bishop James Checchio at 8:30 AM at St. Peter the Apostle University Church, 94 Somerset St. in New Brunswick. The conference begins at 10:00 AM at Rutgers University, 126 College Ave Student Center, in New Brunswick. There is ample parking behind the Student Center. This year’s speakers are: Leah Darrow - From Top Model to Role Model Patricia Sandoval - Author of Transfigured Dr. Tony & Ceil Levatino - The Ripple Effect of Choice General registration is $25 and student registration is $10. The conference features exhibits and the fee includes lunch and handouts. To register visit: https://rutgerscatholic.org and click on Choices Matter. Everyone is welcome! For questions or more information please call: 732-562-1543 Seating is limited.
ATTENTION ALL VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES
Stewartsville Middle School’s National Junior Honor Society is inviting you to a Veteran’s breakfast on
Wednesday, November 6th from 9:15am to 10:15am! Enjoy refreshments and live entertainment compliments
of our school’s band and choir! Stewartsville Middle School- 642 South Main St,
Stewartsville, NJ Please call (908) 859-2023
ext. 3014 or ext. 3020 or email [email protected] if you are able to attend.
NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL Is pleased to announce our annual “Mass of Thanksgiving in Honor of our Veterans and Salute to Veteran’s Ceremony” to be held on Thursday, November 21, 2019 at 8:15 in our school gymnasium. All veterans are invited to join our school community for the celebration of our Mass. At the conclusion of the Mass, we will present our Veteran of the Year Award and our “Above the Best” scholarship in honor of Mr. Pat Mullins, a member of the Class of 1963 who was killed in combat during the Vietnam War. The presentation will be followed by a reception with light refreshments. Please consider joining the Notre Dame High School community in honoring our Veterans for their service to our country.
For information regarding this event or Notre Dame High School, please contact the Development and Alumni Office at 610-868-1431 ext. 123 or emailing [email protected]
Marriage Encounter
Now that fall is here, why not treat yourselves to a Marriage Encounter
Weekend?
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 Encounter Weekend will be held January 24 -26.
Please register by January 10, as space is limited.
Phone 1-732-904-9636 for registration and information.
Visit us at: www.aweekendforyourmarriage.org for more information.
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