WEEKLY COLLECTION REPORT

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The Feast of the Holy Family December 30, 2012

A Stewardship Thought . . .

“Beloved, see what love the Father has bestowed on us that we may be called the children of God.” (1 John 3:1)

During this season of giving, let’s also remember the gifts that God has given to us, including the gift of making us His children. Are we as grateful for that wonderful gift as we are for all the material gifts we have received? How do we show our gratitude to God for the gifts He gives to us all year?

MONDAY – December 31, 2012 9:00 AM † Gloria Tischler r/o Walter & Connie Kawalec 5:00 PM † Joe Trent r/o MaryAnn MacDonald

TUESDAY – January 1, 2013 9:00 AM † Mary Lou Murphy r/o Lesinski Family 12:10 AM † Gertrude Jablonski r/o Neal & Brian 7:00 PM Susana Deza (Living Intention for Health) r/o Family

WEDNESDAY – January 2, 2013 6:45 AM † James Robertiello r/o David & Kerry 8:15 AM † Evaristo Directo r/o Family

THURSDAY – January 3, 2013 6:45 AM † Canderaria & Neil Hechanova r/o Family 8:15 AM † Stella Truchan r/o Paul & Ann Kabara

FRIDAY – January 4, 2013 6:45 AM † Matilda Greco r/o Mario & MaryDenise LaGuardia 8:15 AM † Theresa F. Riordan r/o The Delaney Family

SATURDAY– January 5, 2013 9:00 AM Mass Association 5:00 PM † For Our Parishioners

SUNDAY– January 6, 2013 7:30 AM † Ted Loucas r/o The Pinto Family 9:00 AM † Daniel W. Smith r/o Marie A. Smith 10:30 AM † Louise Wagner r/o Gene & Jean Fedor 12:00 PM † Stanley Sczepanik r/o Wife & Son

Memorials for the Week of Dec. 30—Jan. 5

BREAD & WINE Special Intention for Mason

r/o With Love, Sissy

BLESSED MOTHER’S ALTAR For the Safety of our Military Families

r/o Lesinski Family

ST. JOSEPH’S ALTAR Lillian Miller r/o The McCracken Family

Maran Perepolka r/o Wife, Julia Glenn Maldonado r/o Son, David & Daughter, Jane

Welcome 2013 with your OLV Parish Family

OLV is having a “Pot Luck”

New Year's Eve Celebration Join us as we countdown to the New Year

Monday, December 31, 2012 7:00pm to ??? in Monsignor Dalton Hall

Bring your own Food, Fun and Friends!

There will be music playing too! Stay for an hour or stay until midnight or later!

There is no charge for this event but there will be a Special “Pot Luck” Table

Please bring your favorite Appetizer or Dessert to Share!

And feel free to bring your favorite beverage to celebrate with!

Again, there is no charge for this celebration

and everyone, including Kids are welcome. Please RSVP to either the Parish Office or

Lisa Fedor (732) 690-5695

Our Lady of Victories School

Parents, Alumni, and all friends are invited to visit our website at olvnj.com

UPCOMING PARISH EVENTS

Monday, December 31 Mass 5:00 PM OLV Family New Year’s Eve Gathering

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Tuesday, January 1 Mass 9 AM, 12:10 PM, 7 PM

Friday, January 4 Senior Meeting 1 PM

Saturday, January 5 Confessions 11 AM– 12 Noon

Sunday, January 6 Youth Group 6:30 PM

Visit our website for other events: olvsayrenj.com TGI Friday’s (Old Bridge) Proceeds Night

Thursday, January 10th 5 PM– 9 PM

Mention OLV School and 20% of your bill will be donated to our school.

2012 Bishop’s Annual Appeal Christ Alive in His People

The Office of Family Life empowers families to ac-cept and embrace Catholic values by courageously modeling those values for society by the joyful accep-tance of cultural diversity, the compassionate outpour-ing of love for those who are hurting or in need and for the ongoing affirmation of the dignity of all human life. Your gift to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal supports these vital ministries.

More Info Soon

February 9th Benefit Dinner for Sayreville Relief

February 1st Electronics

Bingo

STRESSSTRESS In Your Marriage?

Do you feel lost, alone or bored in your marriage? Are you frustrated, hurt or angry with your spouse? Are you constantly fighting? Or, do you simply shut down? Have you thought about separation or divorce? Does talking about it only make it worse?

…..RETROUVAILLE is a Lifeline to Help Couples Heal and Renew their Marriages sponsored by the Family Life Office/Diocese of Metuchen, N.J.

Retrouvaille consists of a weekend experience for mar-ried couples (no group discussions) with six follow-up sessions. The next weekend is February 8 – 10, 2013. All inquiries are confidential. For further information, please call the Family Life Office (days) (732)-562-1990 x1624 or Tom & Pat McTague (732)-583-4468.

This Year’s Catholic Schools Week is

January 27– February 1st

More information to follow

THE HOLY FAMILY OF JESUS, MARY AND JOSEPH

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 2:41-52 When Jesus was twelve years old, the Holy Family traveled to Jerusalem to celebrate the feast. Jesus did not return with the company. Instead, he stayed in Je-rusalem, sitting among the teachers while amazing them with his understanding and questions. When found by his concerned parents, Jesus reminded them that he must be in the house of his Father. Returning together, Mary kept these things in her heart.

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Sayreville Hurricane Sandy Relief Center

287 Cheesequake Road Buildings K & L Parlin, NJ

For the latest information and hours of operation visit www.sayrevillerelief.com

Thank You for Your Support!!!

YearofFaithMetuchen.org To help parishioners grow in their faith during the Year of Faith declared by Pope Benedict XVI, the Diocese of Metuchen is providing a special Year of Faith website for all parishioners to deepen your faith through prayer, education, spirituality, programs and events, and to help welcome back those who have been away from the Church. Please visit

www.YearofFaithMetuchen.org

to learn more.

Marriage Encounter

For a truly meaningful Christmas pre-sent, one that lasts long after the deco-

rations have been put away, why not give your spouse the gift of 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 Week will be held January 25-27, 2013

Early registration is advisable as space is limited. Phone 1-609-581-7399 for registration

and information. Visit us at: www.aweekendforyourmarriage.org

for more information.

New Years Mass Schedule Feast of Mary’, the Mother of God

New Year’s Eve Monday, December 31

9:00 AM 5:00 PM

New Year’s Day– Mary, Mother of God Tuesday, January 1, 2013

9:00 AM 12:10 AM 7:00 PM

Applications are currently being accepted for the po-sition of Auxiliary Police Officer with the Sayreville Police Department. Applications may be downloaded from this website using the link below and returned by mail or in person to police headquarters. The clos-ing date for applications will be Saturday, January 12, 2013 at 10:00 PM. For information please visit

http://www.sayrevillepoliceaux.org/join.htm

OLV Seniors January Meeting

The OLV Senior Group will hold their monthly meeting on Friday, January 4 at 1PM in Monsignor Dalton Hall. After a short business meeting we will have our game day. Please being your favorite game to play with fellow members. Light treats will be distributed among the players. Please bring a non-perishable food donation for St. Vincent de Paul Society. Make sure it is not an out of date food item. If you have not yet or-dered your sandwich for the January meeting, please call Geri no later than January 2, 2013. The cost is $4.00 which includes a sandwich, chip bag, and water or soda. Membership is always open. You must be 55 years or older to join. For further information, contact Teri at 732-727-7639.

Due to the overwhelming response

to our Crocheting and Knitting Circle, we are in DIRE need of yarn

(Most especially yarn

for baby items).

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, forever and ever. Amen.