August 6, 2023 - The Transfiguration of the Lord

The Transfiguration of the Lord

The parish of saint Mary

A Catholic Community Proclaiming the Greatness of God in our Time OnePhalanxRoad,ColtsNeck,NJ07722 Phone:732-780-2666 Fax:732-780-0394

parishoffice@stmaryscoltsneck.org

Bishop of the Diocese of Trenton: Most Reverend David M. O’Connell, C. M.

Pastor: Reverend Fr. Jeffrey E. Lee

Pastor Emeritus: Reverend Fr. William J. Bausch

Parish Trustees: Annette Raynor & Roger Zurro

August 6, 2023

PARISH OFFICE

Please note our Religious Education Summer program will be running from Monday August 7 through Friday August 18 from 8:30 to 12:30 PM. The Parish Office will NOT be available for visits in person during those hours. Please call us at 732-780-2666 if you need assistance before coming in person. Thank you for understanding.

NEW TO COLTS NECK? Join Saint Mary Parish!

We welcome you and invite you to register as parishioners of St Mary! Please find our registration guidelines on our website under About Us/New Parishioners.

Worship schedule inside. Refer to website for more detailed information www.stmaryscoltsneck.org

Mass Intentions for:

Saturday, August 5th - Sunday, August 13th 2023

Saturday, August 05 – 5 PM Church

Guy Suarez * Diane Carnevale

Arnold Kleeberg * Darryl Turkaly

Louis Turkaly * Darryl Turkaly

Sunday, August 06 – Church

8 AM

Marilyn Newby * Mr. and Mrs. M. Franceschetti

Joseph Andrew and Charlotte Velba * Adele and Joe Velba

Irene and Ed Klapot * Adele and Joe Velba

10 AM

Francisca Vera * Rita and Michael Duenas

Joaquin Duenas * Rita and Michael Duenas

Joyce Marino * Nancy Viola

12 PM

Pro Populo

Special Intention * Bob Amling

Robert A. and Mary Joan McNamara * McNamara Family

Monday, August 07 – 9 AM Chapel

John A. Pancetti * John and Monica Ryan

Tuesday, August 08 – 9 AM Chapel

Albert Herman * Rorie and Jack Coppola

Wednesday, August 09 – 9 AM Chapel

Ed McLeod * Una McCleod

Lilyan Miller * Irene Sessa

Thursday, August 10 – 9 AM Chapel

Lorenzo Sanchez * Larry and Felicia Battaglia

Anthony Sonny LaMorte * Ginny and Bill La Morte

Friday, August 11 – 9 AM Chapel

Antonio Calcao * Marie Nogueira

Lucia Bua * Mr. and Mrs. Scalisi

Saturday, August 12 – 5 PM Church

Pro Populo

Scott Tave * Carol Ward and Family

Linda and Theodoor Damen * Janet and Scott Cinfio and Family

Sunday, August 13 – Church

8 AM

Theresa Dobrowolski * Alice Ganley

10 AM

Helen La Porta * Diane Carnevale

Frank Donahue * Ed and Kathy Lear

Guiseppe Valenti * Kolakowski Family

12 PM

Intention of Stephen and Linli Shamy * Susanna Shamy

Lawrence Duffy * Martha Mary Guild

Dermott W. Clancy * Frank Delaney

Mass Intention Requests

Requests can be made in person by stopping at the parish office, or online HERE.

The suggested stipend is $10.

*YoucanalsotextMASSESto(732)-889-7800to requestmassintentions.*

Pleaseprayforthefollowingmembersofourparishcommunitywhoareill:

Kathleen Amatel

Valerie Barcheski

Michael Barker

John BARONE

Janice Basilice

Fr Bill Bausch

Eileen Beckley

Brenda Caronna

Christen Chellis

Lynette Colaco-Desouza

Blake Conley

Jack Coppola

Elizabeth DeStefano

Bill Donahue

Kaitlin Donahue Nagle

Sharon Evangellista

Joann Feliciti

Cynthia Fiedler

James Fiedler

Emily Gioacchini

Jason Greenberg

Edward Habrack

Tom Hudak

Elizabeth Lind Huseby

Leon Jankowski

Jon Kopko

Bridget Korn

Bob Lind

Lori Lettieri

Ludwig Mendola

Kevin O’Shea

Lou Schmitt

Owen Shoemaker

Victoria Slater

Gerard P. Thompson

Lauren Vinci

Irene Weller

Margaret Weller

Nathan Weller

Toaddafamilymembertothesicklistfor8weeks,pleasecallor e-mailtheParishOffice.Thank you! 732-780-2666 or parishbulletin@stmaryscoltsneck.org

Lifelong Catechesis - Week of August 6th to August 12th

READINGS FOR THE WEEK:

6 Sunday: THE TRANSFIGURATION OF THE LORD

Dn 7:9-10, 13-14/2 Pt 1:16-19/Mt 17:1-9

7 Monday: [Saint Sixtus II, Saint Cajetan] Nm 11:4b-15/ Mt 14:13-21

8 Tuesday: [St. Dominic] Nm 12:1-13/Mt 14:22-36 or 15:1-2

9 Wednesday: [Saint Teresa Benedicta of the Cross]

Nm 13:1-2, 25 14:1, 26-29a, 34-35/Mt 15:21-28

10 Thursday: [St. Lawrence] 2 Cor 9:6-10/Jn 12:24-26

11 Friday: [St. Clare] Dt 4:32-40/Mt 16:24-28

12 Saturday: [Saint Jane Frances de Chantal] Dt 6:4-

13/Mt 17:14-20

FOR DEEPER REFLECTION:

Question for Children: How do you show that you listen to Jesus?

Question for Youth: How does your faith in Jesus as the Son of God affect your life?

Question for Adults: When have you had a “transfiguration” experience? What was it like?

The Sanctuary Lamp this week is burning for:

Church: Emmanuel L. Castillo

Requested by Evelyn Castillo

Consider donating the sanctuary lamp that burns in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament in the Church or Chapel in honor of a living or deceased loved one. One intention is accepted per week (Sunday - Saturday) for the Lamp. The suggested donation is $25. Request online HERE.

Almighty and eternal God, those who take refuge in you will be glad and forever will shout for joy. Protect these soldiers as they discharge their duties. Protect them with the shield of your strength and keep them safe from all evil and harm. May the power of your love enable them to return home in safety, that with all who love them, they may ever praise you for your loving care. We ask this through Christ our Lord.

Pray for Military & First Responders

AMT Colton Boag, USCG ~

LCpl Devon Francis Chrzan, USMC ~

Lt. Col. John Anthony Coppola, US Army ~

TSgt Stephen Witherow, USAF

LCpl Edward Zarzecki, USMC

~

Col. Douglas Coppola, US Army ~

Lt. Mary Herman, USN ~

SN Christian Houlihan, USN ~

LT. Jason Joseph Howe, USN ~

SPC Michael John Mento, US Army ~

LTJG Matthew Motola, USN ~

LCpl Bradley O’Ree, USMC ~

SPC Nicholas Poskonka, US Army ~

Captain Richard Savo, US Army ~

1st Lt. Adam Sjoholm, US Army ~

Captain Ryan Tanguay, US Army

Worship & Music

Andrew J. Macirowski - Pastoral Coordinator for Worship & Music / Principal Organist

Worship@stmaryscoltsneck.org

Music@stmaryscoltsneck.org

The Parish of St. Mary in Colts Neck, NJ, will once again host its Summer Sounds Concert Series. After a long hiatus due to COVID around Monmouth County are joining together to sing the classical masterwork, Gloria, by Antonio Vivaldi. Sadly, local Monmouth County choirs were hit hard by the Pandemic, and many choirs have not returned to their previous participation levels, and some have disbanded altogether. The Summer Sounds Concert is an opportunity for the Parish of St. Mary to host people from across the community to return to the joy of singing with this fun, social, and creative music program. Since early July 2023, singers from a variety of churches, as well as the Monmouth Civic Chorus and Arcadian Chorale, have been rehearsing the full Vivaldi Gloria. The masterwork will be performed with a small professional orchestra and vocal soloists. The concert program will begin with modern choral works by Benjamin Britten and Morten Lauridsen. The group will also perform a rousing rendition of the Beethoven Ode to Joy, which will invite the audience to sing along. The concert will be performed on Thursday, August 10, 2023, at 7:00 PM, at the Parish of St. Mary, 1 Phalanx Rd, Colts Neck, NJ 07722. Admission to the concert is free, and donations to support the music program will be greatly appreciated. Music-lovers from across Monmouth County are invited to attend!

Dominic, Priest, 1170-1221

The son of the warden of a small town in Spain and Blessed Joan of Aza, Dominic was educated by his mother until about his fourteenth birthday. At that time, Dominic entered the school of Palencia, and studied to become a priest. Upon ordination, he stayed with the community of priests from the school, living under the Rule of Saint Augustine. Dominic had been appointed a canon of the cathedral at Osma while still a student and continued in these duties after ordination. When Diego d’Azevedo, the prior of the monastery, was named bishop of Osma, Dominic was chosen as his successor at the age of thirty-one. In 1204, Bishop Diego was sent to Denmark by the King of Castile and he asked Dominic to accompany him. En route- Read More HERE.

Ministry Schedule: 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time

August 12 & 13

Saturday 5PM 2 SERVERS NEEDED

Sunday 8AM 1 SERVER NEEDED

Sunday 10AM

Jacob Barasky & Joseph Barasky

Sunday 12PM

Jonathan Stubbs & Gonzalo Sevillano

Carly York

Diane Dragone Dolores Lembo Jennifer Stubbs

OH - Susan Murphy

TH - Louise Habrack

TH - Irene Weller

ALT - Emily Santangelo

OH - Lisa Aldridge

TH - Joseph Flanagan

TH - Cindy Ventura

ALT - Mary Aiello

OH - Gregory Calderaro

TH - Heide Lohn

TH - Carol Donahue

ALT - Maureen Geiger

LWD– Jennifer Garcia

OH - Elvira Dapul

TH - Lee Gesner

TH - Patricia Gesner

ALT - Monica Barr

Caring for Our Parishioners

Periodically, we receive calls from elderly, shut and/or disabled Parishioners seeking help with some needed tasks such as food shopping, transportation to medical appointments, light cleanup, or just for an hour or so of conversation and companionship.

If you feel that you may have the time and interest to share of yourself in this way, please call the Office of Charitable Appeals at 732-294-8841 X320

Faith Formation

Julia CullenPastoral Coordinator of Faith Formation / Religion Education

ReligiousEd@stmaryscoltsneck.org

732-780-2666 X 309

Summer Intensive August session begins next week! Orientation is this Sunday, 6 August, beginning at 12pm mass. We look forward to a faith filled two weeks as we learn more about our faith and grow closer to God! The July survey was emailed last week, and we invite you to provide feedback about your July Summer Intensive experience. Also, many thanks as always to all our RE families, CP helpers, catechists and parent volunteers. You all help to make our summer program such a success!

Rose FarrowCoordinator of Faith Formation / Youth & Adult Catechesis

YouthRE@stmaryscoltsneck.org

732-780-2666 X 310

Faith Formation Calendar

6 August 2023

Orientation for August Summer Intensive

Beginning at the 12pm mass.

7-18 August 2023

August Summer Intensive-On Campus

9 September 2023

Fall CP Orientation

Grades 7 & 8

Beginning at the 4pm mass

10 September 2023

Fall RE Orientation

Grades 1-6 beginning at 12:00pm mass

17 September 2023

Confirmation Retreat

Beginning at the 10am mass

AND

Confirmation Prep-Class via Google Classroom

18 September 2023

Confirmation Prep-Class in-person

19 & 20 September 2023

First RE Class

Grades 1-6

On campus & virtual

8 October 2023

10am mass

First Holy Communion

14 October 2023

Confirmation Practice

15 October 2023

10am mass

First Holy Communion

20 October 2023

Sacrament of Confirmation

22 October 2023 12pm mass

IMPORTANT RELIGIOUS ED LINKS [2023 - 2024]

• Parent - Student Handbook

• Intergenerational List

• Intergenerational Digital

“All your children shall be taught by the Lord, and great shall be the peace of your children.” Isaiah 54:13

GOOD NEWS - MARTHA MARY GUILD CLOTHING SALE IS BACK!

Thanks to our wonderful parish volunteers, the Martha Mary Guild is happy to announce that we will hold our Clothing Sale in September (7th-9th). There will be no linens this year, but we will be accepting gently used men's, women's and children's clothing and accessories (hats, shoes, scarves and handbags). Kindly bring these items to Madonna Hall on Aug. 20 through Sept. 1. All are welcome!

In partnership with Soap S.A.C.K the Parish of St. Mary will be running a soap drive beginning on July 10 – August 10.

• Look for the box on the Narthex for these donations.

• Full sized bars of soap in their original

• packaging only please.

• Instructions to crochet a sack are HERE.

Mission Co-Op 2023

The Servants of the Lord and the Virgin of Matará (www.servidoras.org or www.ssvmmissions.org ), a missionary Institute of religious sisters, are happy to begiventheopportunitytospeakatSaintMary Parishforthemissionappealon:

August 19 & 20

FromourbeginningsinSanRafael,Argentinain1988 we have grown to about 1700 sisters missioning in 45 different countries throughout the world. We strive to go where the presence of religious sisters is most needed. Although we are an international community, we have been blessed with over 100 vocations from the United States. This appeal allowsustoinformthemembersofyourparishabout ourmissionworkinEcuador.

Godisgoodallthetime.

UnitedintheIHM, MotherMaryoftheIncarnation,SSVM

S.A.C.K. (Supporting A Community with Kindness) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization where people from all over the world knit/crochet sacks and then donate them (with a bar of soap in each one) to homeless shelters, food pantries, veteran clinics, social service agencies and relief efforts. Since S.A.C.K. was founded in 2017, over 140,000 soap sacks have been donated globally! The response to these soap sacks are overwhelmingly positive especially since people cannot purchase toiletry items such as soap with government subsidies such as food stamps. The mission of S.A.C.K. is to spread kindness, one sack at a time. Our soap sack donations help to send a message of dignity, hope, love, compassion and health…..emotions that can restore a person, both physically and emotionally. Small actions make a huge difference! For more information about S.A.C.K., please check out our Website: www.soapsacks.com

Facebook: @SoapSACK

Instagram: @soapsacks

Please remember in your prayers those who have recently died.

JuanGutierrez

JamesBochicchio

GeorgeCipriano

MyDearParishioners:

Today we celebrate the Feast of the Transfiguration of Our Lord. Jesus’ transfigured glory foreshadows his glorious resurrection,a new life that washis becausehe faithfully did the will of his Father, even to the point of suffering and dying. If we wish to share in this same transfigured glory, we must be equally faithful in surrendering our will to God’s will, to living the gospel, and to be willing to die to self for the good of others. The transfiguration of Jesus tells us that the kingdom of God is already here. We help establish that kingdom when we die to self and rise with Christ in glory. The cost of Christian Discipleship is not something that we would naturally embrace. This gospel passage motivates us to be disciples because we already see what becomes of the faithful disciple: he or she is transformed into glory. The challenge to our everyday living is that our life be transfigured (transformed) so that when people see US,they see JESUS!

This weekend we welcome in a special way those families who are participating in our Summer Session Religious Education Intensive. There is an orientation at and immediately following the 12:00 noon mass for all parents and students. Let us pray for these young people, their parents, those catechists responsible for teaching them our Catholic Doctrine, and the many volunteers who offer their support of this program. As a reminder, during the summer session program our parish facilities will be secured with limited access during those times. This is in accordance with the established principles and norms for maintaining a safe environment as expected by the United States Catholic Conference ofBishops.

The Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary is observed 15 August. This year masses at the Parish of Saint Mary are: 14th at 5:00pm; 15th at 12:00 noon. The Parish of Saint Catherine, Holmdel will be celebrated: 15th at 9:00am and 7:30pm. The decision has been made, after consultation, to stagger our schedules providing the most opportunities for our parishioners to participate. This is the Patronal Feast of our Diocese of Trenton. Let us pray for our local church and His Excellency, The Most Reverend Bishopof Trenton.

I expect work to begin in the coming weeks to replace the lighting in the nave and sanctuary of the church building. Phase one is the replacement of the two rings of hanging ceiling fixtures. Later this year the fixtures along the outer aisle/ambulatory and the sanctuary will be replaced. Much of the funding for this project is from the Faith To Move Mountains Diocese of Trenton Capital Campaign. The organ speakers will also be installed later this month. They will be grouped by voicing and sound on the beams of the ceiling. This is the next phase of the organ replacement project. (The organ we are using in the church is on loan from the organ builder as our new instrument is being built with a potential delivery/installation date of December 2023. This project is being funded from the general fund for equipment replacement.

Alsoan enormousthanksto all thosewho have made their gift/pledge for the 2023 Annual Catholic Appeal. We have now reached 111% of our goal! Please continue to be generous and make those pledge payments so that our parish can receive the maximum rebate. Have a great week. Let us remember one another in prayer.Happy Sunday.Peace.

Quo vadis for August 6. . .

Temporal Admin., Stewardship & Outreach

Sharing Our Treasure

July 30, 2023 – 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Edwin A. SevillanoTemporalAdmin@stmaryscoltsneck.org

Our monthly collection for Buildings and Mortgage Reduction will be this weekend August 5 & 6. Please be generous.

“Giveyourservant,therefore,anunderstandinghearttojudgeyour peopleandtodistinguishrightfromwrong.Forwhoisabletogovern thisvastpeopleofyours?”1Kgs3:11

As of July 31, 2023

Goal: $75,000

Pledged: $83,245

% of goal: 111%

# donors: 219

Average gift: $348.31

Paid to date: $79,970

THANK YOU for all of your efforts in supporting the Annual Catholic Appeal! Please continue to make your pledge payments so that our parish can receive the maximum rebate.

Sign-in for our Online Giving system to make your parish offerings from your bank account or Credit Card!

To set up an online giving account please visit https://giving.parishsoft.com/smcn

Alternatively, just Text SUNDAY to (732)-889-7800 and follow the instructions to complete your offering.

Should you require our assistance setting up your new account, please call the parish office at (732)-780-2666.

You can also download the ConnectNow Giving App for Android or iOS.

Thank you for your continuous support!

Corporate Matching Donations

Several firms and corporations offer matching gift programs to benefit religious organizations, charities and other nonprofits to promote philanthropy amongst their employees. St Mary Parish is a registered charitable organization with the IRS and is also listed in GuideStar and Benevity which are required by some of the corporate matching gift programs. Please consult with your employer to sign up for their matching gift program.

If you have any question or need help signing St Mary Parish for corporate matched contributions, please contact Edwin at the Parish Office, 732-780-2666 x312.

Thank you for your support!

Trending:

St. Maximilian Kolbe / Catholic Saints Brother Francis

The Search: Finding the Meaning of Life

Become more involved at The Parish of Saint Mary! Pleaseconsider becoming anAltarServer

Please contact Andrew Macirowski at worship@stmaryscoltsneck.org to let us know you are interested!

Grotto Candles

The Grotto Candles are available for your prayer intentions.

Offering is $3.00 per candle.

Our Promise to Protect

The Diocese of Trenton is committed to the initiatives outlined in the U.S. Bishops’ Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People and to its own policies and guidelines in regard to the reporting and investigation of sexual abuse allegations involving minors. If you have been sexually abused as a minor by a member of the clergy or anyone representing the Catholic Church, or if you know of someone who was, you can report that abuse through the diocesan ABUSE HOTLINE: 1-888-296-2965 or via e-mail at abuseline@dioceseoftrenton.org.

The Diocese of Trenton reports any allegations of sexual abuse to the appropriate law enforcement agencies. Anyone with an allegation is also encouraged to provide that information to local law enforcement authorities.

Child Protection Efforts

Movie Night:

Footprints: The Path of Your Life

The Jesus Film

Saint Rita of Cascia: The True Story

Tickets are being sold through November 17th at the

benefit New Jersey Right to Life, the state’s oldest and largest pro-life organization, dedicated to protecting all human life from conception to natural death. Tickets are available November 5th for $10 each.

The prizes this year are:

1st Prize 2024 Volvo XC40 AWD SUV

2nd Prize $1,000 ShopRite Gift Card

3rd Prize $750 ShopRite Gift Card

4th Prize - $500 ShopRite Gift Card

Please show your support for LIFE by buying a raffle ticket. The cost is $10.00 per ticket.

Baptismal Preparation Session

St Mary Parish is offering our next Baptismal Preparation Session on:

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 2023 at 1 PM

Pre-registration is requiredaweekin advance. ContactUs

Sacrament of Baptism

Parents wishing to baptize their children must be registered parishioners of St Mary Parish. Please contact the Parish Office at 732-780-2666 x329 at least 3 months in advance of the desired date for baptism.

More information can be read HERE

Holy Land Discovery Tour

September 1 - 8, 2023

CATHOLIC ITINERARY

Mass is included. The roots of your faith will come to life on this extraordinary journey through Israel. Starting from Tel Aviv, visit some of the main archaeological, historical, and biblical sites, and follow in the footsteps of Jesus as you learn more about His life and ministry. To stand in the very places where history unfolded is a true highlight as you visit important sites of the Gospel, such as Nazareth, the Sea of Galilee, Cana, the Mount of Beatitudes, the River Jordan valley, Bethlehem, and last, but not least, Jerusalem. This extraordinary Israel tour is designed for value-minded travelers. Hotels, Bus Transportation, Guides, Historians, 7 Breakfasts, 4 Dinners are included.

Land price starts at $1979 per person (based on double occupancy). An $850 deposit per person will hold your space. For more information and reservations, call Brian at Catholic Cruises and Tours:

September 5, 2023 – FRIENDS OF BILL W. – An Evening for Women in AA – Dinner and speaker. This event will occur once a month. For information and to register contact Pat A. (732) 232-4346. Cost $20

Arrival: 5:30 p.m./Departure: 8:00 p.m.

September 6, 2023 - WOMEN ON THE JOURNEY - This is a weekly women’s spirituality and faith sharing group, kicking off Wednesday afternoons. We will be using the book, Blessed, Beautiful and Bodacious, by Pat Gohn to guide our discussion. This event will occur on the following dates: 9/6, 9/13, 9/20, 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/1.

There is a $16 book fee to be paid to presenter and a weekly cost of $15.

Arrival: 1:30 p.m./Departure: 3:30 p.m.

October 13-15, 2023 – FOOTPRINTS –“I AM CARRYING YOU” (Facing Cancer with God’s Help) - This weekend is for those affected by cancer –currently undergoing treatment, survivors and caregivers. Come and be comforted, loved and feel the embrace of the Lord. May you leave refreshed and with hope. Eucharistic Liturgy included. No Supper on Friday.

Cost: $400

Arrival: 5:00-6:00 p.m./Departure: 1:00 p.m.

October 27-29, 2023 – BEREAVEMENT: A JOURNEY FROM GRIEF TO HEALING - Using the New Day Journal, we will explore what to expect in bereavement, and how to work through it from mere survival to healing and new excitement about life. Eucharistic Liturgy included. No Supper on Friday. $15 book fee to be paid to presenter and a cost of $400.

Arrival: 5:00-6:00 p.m./Departure: 1:00 p.m.

November 3-5, 2023 – COME TO THE QUIET – A SILENT RETREAT - This weekend has been set aside for those desiring time alone with God. This retreat offers time for reflection; Eucharistic Liturgy and Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament will be included. Massage therapy will be available. No Supper on Friday.

Cost: $400

Arrival: 5:00-6:00 p.m./Departure: 1:00 p.m.

November 10-12, 2023 - THE SACRAMENTS AND THE STEPS OF RECOVERY – AA WOMEN - This weekend will show how the steps of recovery are supported by our Catholic faith through the Sacraments of Initiation and the Sacrament of Healing. The Grace of God got us sober. Eucharistic Liturgy included. No Supper on Friday.

Cost: $400

Arrival: 5:00-6:00 p.m./Departure: 1:00 p.m.

Please call St. Joseph By the Sea at 732-892-8494 to register or for additional information. Blessings and peace,

2023 Impact Event

Kingdom Fire Starters is collaborating with Encounter Ministries in August. There will be anointed worship, impact talks, healing, ministry, and adoration, Friday night August 25th and Saturday August 26th

After covid loss, illnesses & crazy lockdowns, there is a spirit of fear and despair on the airwaves. It is important we come together and gather for a fresh wind of Holy Spirit,tohear what He is saying for muchneeded healing and positioning ourselves to meet Jesus at the Crossroads in these days. God is RENEWING FAITH, HOPE&DREAMSFORTHEFUTURE.

Put the dates on your calendar. if you cannot come, please send this email someone you know who needs a touch from God. This is going to be AWESOME. God is brewing something special for you andme.

Where:St.MaryMotherofGodSchool, 538ChurchStreet,MiddletownNJ07748

ClickHEREtoregister&formore information.

Offerings at Francis House of Prayer

Trenton Diocesan Spiritual Center and Retreat House

84 Walnford Road

Allentown, NJ 08501

609-877-0509 or FHOP@verizon.net

Please check www.FHOP.org for registration, directions and for our other offerings!

THE MATURING OF YOUR SOUL SAVING THE BEST TIL LAST!

4 Fridays 9:30 AM – Noon

September 22 October 27 November 17 December 15

Jesus, at the wedding feast of Cana, saved the best until last! In some ways God does the same with us in this last third of life. Is not our relationship with God more important than ever? Good company, good humor, and good prayer await you. A monthly morning of prayer is good for the Maturing of your Soul! We will read Winter’s Graces by Susan Stewart between sessions. Led by S. Marcy.

Donation: $100.

CREATE IN ME, O GOD!

12 Mondays 1:00 – 2:30 PM

September 11 & 25

October 9 & 23

November 6 & 20

December 4 & 18

January 8 & 22

February 5 & 19

Made in the image and likeness of God, YOU have a creativity which reflects God’s gifts. Using Julia Cameron’s book, The Artist’s Way, (30th anniversary edition,) come and explore the world within you! With God’s guidance, claim the creative power of your spirit. Led by S. Marie.

Donation: $200

THE POWER OF THE LITTLE WAY

8 Tuesdays 10:00 – 11:30 AM

September 12 & 26

October 10 & 24

November 7 & 21

December 5 & 19

There is no doubt that St. Thérèse is an influential woman even in our world today. Want to know her secret, as well as the enduring wisdom of her little way? Explore, with us, Joseph Schmidt’s insights into Thérèse via his book, The Gospel According to Thérèse. Allow St. Thérèse to assist you in deepening your faith, hope, and love. Led by S. Marie.

Donation: $125

ZOOM ONLY THE GREAT DIVORCE

8 Tuesdays 6:45 – 8:15 PM

September 12 & 26

October 10 & 24

November 7 & 21

December 5 & 19

In his letter to the Romans, St. Paul tells us that nothing can separate us from the love of God experienced in Christ Jesus, our Lord. Still, we know there is a force which seeks to divorce us from such a love. In 1945 C.S. Lewis wrote The Great Divorce as an imaginative, fantasy novel. Based on a theological dream he reflects on the Christian conceptions of Heaven and Hell. Come and join in our discussions, bringing your imagination, curiosity, and life experience. Led by S. Marie.

Donation: $125