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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.
Parish Office
Phone: (908) 454-0444 Fax: (908) 454-7745
Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.stmaryrc.org
Religious Education Office Mrs. MaryBeth Luzzetti
(908) 454-5264 E-mail: [email protected]
St. Mary Pastoral Council
E-mail: [email protected]
Mausoleum Hours: 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM Daily
(except in inclement weather)
ST. MARY PARISH ORGANIZATIONS (September through May, except as noted)
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
Youth Group: Grades 8 - 12. Contact: Nicole Chiulli 908-454-6251 or MaryBeth Luzzetti 908-454-5264
Youth Choir: All grades are invited to participate.
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Thank You To Those Who Serve
March 1 & 2
ALTAR SERVERS - GROUP 4 5:00 P.M. Sat: Kaitlyn Green, Joe & Katie Haley, Kate Contiliano 8:00 A.M. Sun: John & Robert Anselmo, Misha Braski 9:30 A.M. Sun: Angelina Caban, Destiny Davis Christian & Nolan Chiulli 11:00 A.M. Sun: Michael Branco, Tyler Mruczinski, Hayden Phillip, Luke Pettinelli READERS – GROUP 3 5:00 P.M. Sat: Kimberly Avallone 8:00 A.M. Sun: Michelle West 9:30 A.M. Sun: David Bibeau 11:00 A.M. Sun: Christopher Sumner
EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS – GROUP 3 5:00 P.M. Sat: Lisa/Andrew Capron, Veronica Makarewicz Ward/Sandy Thompson 8:00 A.M. Sun: Dot Carpenter, Joe LaGullo Jim Mleziva, Angie Troxell 9:30 A.M. Sun: Karen Corman, Colleen Greig, Rey Pacis, Gloria Peles 11:00 A.M. Sun: Pete Pettinelli, Frank Scott, Jeannette Soto, Brian & Tara Hoey
CHILDREN’S LITURGY LEADERS - GROUP 2 9:30 A.M. Roberta Bedo Sandi Bedo
SANCTUARY GUILD - GROUP 4 : THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2020 Marilyn & Dave Burchett Dorothy Bartkiewicz Anna Knoble Judy Mitchell Lucy Navarro Sharon Pevorus Bernadette Seipel Linda Souders
COUNTERS - GROUP A : SUNDAY, MARCH 2, 2020 Meg Boulos Sharon Emery Donna Bevilacqua
For your Generosity
February 15 & 16 $ 6,828.00
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 PVT Joseph F. Greco LT Nick Porcelli CPT Justin Hazlett EM3 Brendan Redington SSG Airman Katharina Helmick CPT Spencer Reed FLT Christopher Housel PO2 Bryan C. Snyder 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, February 24 4:00 PM Grades 3, 4, & 5 Tuesday, February 25 4:00 PM Grades 6 & 7 Wednesday, February 26 4:00 PM Grade 1 & 2 Sunday, March 1 9:00 AM
Coming Up...This week... Friday, February 28 - First Penance Practice Saturday, February 29 - First Penance Saturday, February 29 - Day of Renewal
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 chil-dren entering any elementary grade in September are re-minded to register their children for School of Religion.
SUMMER RELIGIOUS ED. REGISTRATION FORMS Can be found on line at
and at all Church entrances.
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
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Children’s Liturgy - Sunday’s, 9:30 Mass
Rotating Schedule once every 4 weeks.
Contact: Deb Miers 908-256-6325
Summer CCD - July 6 - 17, 2020 Contact:
Ellen Gulini 908-454-5134 or
Summer Bible School June 22 - 26, 2020
Contact: Maria King 908-454-5077
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Maxwell Alexander, Toni Altman, Ann Apostalakis, Louis Austin, Charles Bachman, Barbara Becker, Gus Bevilacqua, Kenny Borden, Nick Carbone, Ann Caroprese, Salvatore Caroprese, Gary Davila, Donald DeGerolamo, Diane Delany,
Nestor Delgado, Mary Dorrler, Shirley Emery, Logan Ernst, Maureen Solomon Ericson, James Fauerbach, Tom and Pat Fey, Bernadette Firretto, Leonard Fucili, Nancy Gawronski, Michelle Gercie, Arthur Gobbi, Carol Gould, Sean Green,
Linda Gumulak, Elizabeth Hall, Sandy Hegeman, Ana Henry, Mary Ann Hub, Chris Kerber, Jack Kriebel, Kathe Kriebel, Darlene Kopach, John Kopach, Sr., Stacie Kopach, Lloyd Kuhnle, Irene LaCaruba, John Lauriano, Jean Leibfarth, Dan Loudenberry, Helen & John Long, Maryann Lotto, Cathryn Luscinski, Joanna Magarowicz,
Brianna Maida, Tom & Elaine Mariano, Sandy Marino, Thomas Maxcy, Jr., Diana Mazun, Eric Mazun, 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, James Pullaro, Alvin Pursel, Jack Quinn, Todd Raison, Mark Reda, Patricia Roemersma, 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, Darlene Steffes, Kathryn Stine, John Struzinski, Christian Sumner, Doug Swope, Alex Tarletsky, David Thomas,
Ethel Thomas, Olga Tolosko, Andrew Turdo, Christine Vincent, Joseph White & Irene Wilson, Marc Young
M ISunday February 23 - Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
8:00 AM People of the Parish 9:30 AM Karen Ditammaso Mr. & Mrs. Warren Corman 11:00 AM Yuriko Apostolakis Christine Visconti
Monday February 24 8:00 AM Jane M. Lawler Family
Tuesday February 25 8:00 AM Germaine Reid The Reid family
Wednesday February 26 - Ash Wednesday 8:00 AM Gerard & Geraldine Connors Family 12:10 William P. MacNiven Karen Zielinski 4:15 Liturgy of the Word 7:00 Vera D. Montagna MaryAnn Solimine
Thursday February 27 8:00 AM Peg Megargel Joe & Marie Gercie & children
Friday February 28 8:00 AM Giovanni & Alvina Russo Francie & Bill 7:00 PM Stations of the Cross
Saturday February 29 8:00 AM William S. Schumm, Jr. Lynn & Bill Schumm
Saturday February 29 - Vigil Mass for The First Sunday of Lent 5:00 PM People of the Parish
Sunday March 1 - First Sunday of lent 8:00 AM Michael Fantina Steven Fantina 9:30 AM Janet Centrella Giancamilli family 11:00 AM Thomas M. Magee James & Jean Callinan
We have open dates in March for Mass Intentions. Please call the Parish Office @ 908-454-0444 if you would like to request a Mass Intention for your loved ones.
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SEVENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
First Reading: Leviticus 19:1-2, 17-18 The Lord urges Moses to tell the Israelite Community to love their neighbors as themselves. They should bear no grudge or hatred against another.
Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 3:16-23 Paul, once again, reminds the Corinthians that they are the temple of God, and, as such, must avoid internal disputes and wrangling. He tries to make them realize that they belong to Christ and that the Spirit of God dwells within them.
Gospel: Matthew 5:38-48 In this part of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus exhorts his followers to do an extraordinary thing — to love their enemies and to pray for their oppressors. He reminds them that there is nothing laudatory in loving those who love them for even the “pagans” do this. He urges them to “turn the other cheek” and to “walk the extra mile.”
Sunday Lv 19:1-2, 17-18; 1 Cor 3:16-23; Mt 5:38-48
Monday Jas 3:13-18; Mk 9:14-29
Tuesday Jas 4:1-10; Mk 9:30-37
Wednesday Jl 2:12-18; 2 Cor 5:20─6:2; Mt 6:1-6, 16-18
Thursday Dt 30:15-20; Lk 9:22-25
Friday Is 58:1-9a; Mt 9:14-15
Saturday Is 58:9b-14; Lk 5:27-32
SCRIPTURES FOR THE WEEK
Tabernacle Candle burns in loving memory of
Malvina Kupper by
daughter, Vina
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 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
“Calling all Christians” Join the upcoming global effort from February, 26th through April, 6th for 40 days of prayer and fasting for an end to abortion. Make a stand for God and country proclaiming the value of life at this critical time in our nation. Offer time to peacefully pray during a 40-day vigil in the public right-of way outside Planned Parenthood, 66 East Main St. Washington. There will be an opening rally on February 23rd between 2:30-4 outside the Planned Parenthood. Please pledge to lift the local 40 Days for Life campaign up in prayer, as well as asking for God’s protection on all human life from conception until natural death. For more information contact: Jennifer English, [email protected] 973-525-6692. or visit https://40daysforlife.com/
2020 Bishop’s Annual Appeal Stepping Forward in Faith:
Grace in Action
Please watch your mailbox for a letter from Bishop Checchio coming to you this week announcing the 2020 Bishop’s Annual Appeal. The campaign will again be conducted during Lent and our parish can earn a rebate of 50% of the amount collected over goal.
Through your support of the Bishop’s Annual Appeal you help those in our diocese whose needs are the greatest—the poor, the homeless, and those struggling with illness or grief. Among other needed pastoral ministries, your gift also supports the formation of seminarians and enhances the work of campus ministry through the Catholic Center at Rutgers University. The many pastoral, educational and charitable ministries of the Diocese of Metuchen would not be possible without a generous contribution from every household. Please be as generous as your means allow.
Distribution of Ashes will be during the 8:00 AM, 12:10 PM and 7:00 PM Masses
and during the 4:15 PM Liturgy of the Word
Holy Hour
for Priests will be held on Sunday, March 8 at 3 p.m.
at St. John Neumann Pastoral Center 146 Metlars Lane, Piscataway.
All are welcome. For information, email
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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
email: [email protected]
Pilgrim Virgin Mary Statue
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
Saints Philip & James School will be hosting Information Sessions so you can learn more about the Saints' Difference. Information Sessions March 8th from 1:00-3:00 PM, and April 26th 1:00-3:00PM. Can't make it to any of these events? Call 908-859-1244 to schedule a private tour and learn more about our school. Saints Philip & James School educates students as young as 2 years old through grade 8. We offer small class sizes, individualized attention, before and after school care available, full extra-curricular programs, and a special education program for those struggling in math and or reading.
CEMETERY CLEAN-UP In preparation for Easter the general clean-up
of our cemetery will be: MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2020. TOMORROW!
If you wish to salvage any decorations, please do so BEFORE that date. Thank you!!
The annual drive to support our diocesan newspaper, The Catholic Spirit, is taking place during the month of February, National Catholic Press Month. Please support their good work by using the envelope in your packet. Any amount you contribute will show your support for the ministry of The Catholic Spirit and will be greatly appreciated. And please remember to take home a copy of the paper – it has a special role to play in your life as a practicing Catholic.
CATHOLIC SCHOOL 2020-2021 TUITION ASSISTANCE ONLINE APPLICATION PROCESS OPEN
Families interested in applying for tuition assistance to attend an eligible Diocese of Metuchen elementary or high school may apply online now through FACTS Grant & Aid Assessment at https://online.factsmgt.com/aid. Online applications must be completed (including all required documentation) by no later than March 31, 2020. Applications are available in English and Spanish. Families that need assistance completing the online application or need access to a computer to apply should contact their school.
Batter up! 2020 SPSJ Softball and Baseball Registration is Open
Baseball open to PK-3 through age 16 Softball up to grade 9
Please register by February 29 at: https://spjs.sportngin.com/register/form/076718201 or contact Ed Socci, 908-235-8800 [email protected]
Altar Rosary Pray the Rosary & Meeting
Tuesday, February 25 1:00 PM - Church Hall
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS WARREN COUNCIL 474
Fridays Fish Fry February 28, March 13, March 27 & April 10th
4:00 - 7:00 PM At Mercy Hall. Adults, $9.00; Children 6-12, $6.00
Please join us!
If you would like to receive an end-of-year tax statement, please fill out this slip and place it in the collection basket, call the Parish Office at (908) 454-0444 between 9:00AM and 4:00PM or email us at: [email protected]
Name: _________________________________ Address: _________________________________ _________________________________ Phone # _________________________________
Marriage Encounter
Special families begin with special husband – wife relationships. Please join us for a special weekend experience.
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 April 24 -26.
Please apply by April 10, as space is limited.
Call 1-732-904-9636 for application and information. Visit us at: www.aweekendforyourmarriage.org for more information.
Thank you!
23 Pints of blood were donated for the Parish Blood Drive .
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MONSIGNOR ANTHONY J. LUISINI
SCHOLARSHIP
Applications are available to graduating high school seniors for the
Monsignor Anthony J. Luisini Scholarship in the amount of
$1,000.00
The following qualifications are needed:
1. A member of St. Mary Parish;
2. Active service in a volunteer capacity in the Parish, such as Youth Group, Choir, Altar Server, etc.;
3. Maintain a “B” average (or 3.0 on a 1.0 - 4.0 scale);
4. Planning additional education at four-year college, community college, vocational or trade school.
Applications may be found at church
