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!
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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
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Couples wishing to marry in the Church, please call to make
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arrangements one year prior to marriage date at 732-349-0018 ext. 2202. ..
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Are you planning a destination wedding? Call us first to discuss your
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BAPTISMS
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The Sacrament of Baptism is regularly celebrated the 1st, 2nd and 4th
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Sundays of each month at 1:30 PM.
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BAPTISM PREPARATION CLASS for Parents is held on the First
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parish office to register ext. 2202.
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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.
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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).