February 20, 2022 bulletin - The Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

The parish of saint Mary A Catholic Community Proclaiming the Greatness of God in our Time One Phalanx Road, Colts Neck, NJ 07722 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: Roger Zurro & Annette Raynor Worship schedule inside.

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The Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

February 20, 2022 Please see page 10 for our

Baptism Preparation Sessions

procedures in the event

St Mary is offering Baptismal Preparation Sessions on:

of inclement weather.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 Pre-registration is required. Contact Us

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February 20, 2022

Mass Intentions for: Saturday, February 19th - Sunday, February 27th For * Requested by

Saturday, February 19 – 4 PM Church Joseph Merck * Barbara Saake Intentions of Leonidas Mavrookas * Suzanne Schlesinger Frank Catalina * Carol Ward Sunday, February 20 – Church 8 AM Sal Aiello * Aiello Family Helen and John Sionas * Eileen and Michael Stivala Joan Fiumefreddo * Martin and Helen Zoltowski 10 AM Mario Alfred Sessa * Sessa Family Greg Reinhardt * Dawn and John Reinhardt Bill O’Doherty * Freda O’Doherty 12 PM Pro Populo Don Pucillo * Renee Merante and Willow Merante Inez Fieramosca * Fieramosca Family Monday, February 21 – 9 AM Chapel Lillian Corcoran * Francine and Joseph Corcoran Tuesday, February 22 – 9 AM Chapel Consalacion I. Anarcon * Rev. Fr. Jeffrey E. Lee, Staff and Parishioners Olga Pereira * Aida Pereira-Ruggieri Wednesday, February 23 – 9 AM Chapel David Bartolacci * Fernando Pinguelo Intentions of Eileen Ladley * Friends from St. Mary Parish Thursday, February 24 – 9 AM Chapel Lillian Ciemniecki * Angela and Tom Kinlin Leo Patrick Conaghan * His mom Susan Conaghan Friday, February 25 – 9 AM Chapel Louis Velsini * Elana Eng and Family Saturday, February 26 – 4 PM Church Pro Populo Joseph Cotter * Jack and Rorie Coppola Deirdre Caffrey * Liz and Bob Vallis Sunday, February 27 – Church 8 AM Maryann Barone * Eileen and Michael Stivala John Grabowski * Eileen and Michael Stivala Jean Brock * Ed Brock 10 AM Peter DiSciullo * DiSciullo Family Marion DiSciullo * DiSciullo Family Vera Kaney * DiSciullo Family 12 PM Eleanor and Patrick Walsh * Maureen Beyer Michael D’Innocenzo * Hnat Family

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Please pray for the following members of our parish family who are ill: Kathleen Amatel Courtney Barker Michael Barker Janice Basilice Fr Bill Bausch Eileen Beckley Rita Bonamo Anne Boyle Christen Chellis Blake Conley Kaitlin Donahue Nagle Sharon Evangellista Joann Feliciti Cynthia Fiedler James Fiedler Emily Gioacchini Edward Habrack

Tom Hudak Elizabeth Lind Huseby Anton Kopp Bridget Korn Bob Lind Lori Lettieri Donna Lodi Leonidas Mavrookas Ludwig Mendola Walter Moeller Kevin O’Shea Stanley Rembisz Owen Shoemaker Victoria Slater Gerard P. Thompson Seneida Tomasetti Lauren Vinci

To add a family member to the sick list for 8 weeks, please call or e-mail the Parish Office. Thank you! 732-780-2666 or parishbulletin@stmaryscoltsneck.org

Mass Intention Requests Requests can be made in person by stopping at the parish office, or online HERE. The suggested stipend is $10.

Parish Office Hours Monday 9 am – 2 pm Tuesday 2 pm -7:30 pm Wednesday 9 am – 2 pm Thursday 9 am – 2 pm Sunday 9 am -12 noon No office hours on Friday or Saturday

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February 20, 2022

3 Lifelong Catechesis Week of February 20th-26th

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 SN Colton Boag, USCG LCpl Devon Francis Chrzan, USMC Lt. Col. John Anthony Coppola, US Army Major Douglas Coppola, US Army Lt. Mary Herman, USN SN Christian Houlihan, USN LT. Jason Joseph Howe, USN SPC Michael John Mento, US Army SPC Nicholas Poskonka, US Army Captain Richard Savo, US Army 1st Lt. Adam Sjoholm, US Army Captain Ryan Tanguay, US Army TSgt Stephen Witherow, USAF LCpl Edward Zarzecki, USMC If there is a family member you wish to be placed on the list, please contact the Parish Bulletin at 732780-2666 or parishbulletin@stmaryscoltsneck.org.

ST. MARY PARISH 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Sunday June 5, 2022 More details to come!

Grotto Candles The Grotto Candles are available for your prayer intentions.

Offering is $3.00 per candle.

READINGS FOR THE WEEK 20 Sunday: SEVENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 1 Samuel 26: 2. 7-9. 12-13. 22-23 / 1 Corinthians 15: 45-49 / Luke 6: 27-38 21 Monday: James 3: 13-18 / Mark 9: 14-29 22 Tuesday: 1 Peter 5: 1-4 / Matthew 16: 13-19 23 Wednesday: James 4: 1-17 / Mark 9: 38-40 24 Thursday: James 5: 1-6 / Mark 9: 41-50 25 Friday: James 5: 9-12 / Mark 10: 1-12 26 Saturday: James 5: 13-20 / Mark 10: 13-16

FOR DEEPER REFLECTION: Question for Children: Jesus tells us to treat others as we would want others to treat us. How do you treat others as you want to be treated?

Question for Youth: How do you follow Jesus’ teaching to “bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you”?

Question for Adults: Jesus says, “Give, and gifts will be given to you.” When have you experienced your generosity coming back to you?

Welcome to the newest member of our Saint Mary Parish family

Emiliana Lorenza D’Agostino 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. Available weeks listed below: Church - 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27 Chapel - 2/27, 3/6, 3/20, 3/27

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Andrew J. Macirowski Pastoral Coordinator for Worship & Music / Principal Organist Worship@stmaryscoltsneck.org Music@stmaryscoltsneck.org The Feast of the Chair of St. Peter the Apostle On February 22, we observe the Feast of the Chair of Saint Peter, reaffirming the doctrine that “Christ the Lord… made Peter and his successors His vicars, to exercise forever in the Church the power which He exercised during His mortal life.”

The doctrine of apostolic succession is based on the words of Jesus to Peter in the book of Matthew: “And so I say to you, you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church, and the gates of the netherworld shall not prevail against it. I will give you the keys to the kingdom of heaven.” (Matthew 16:18) In following the tradition of apostolic succession, the Church seeks to foster unity amongst its members upon the foundation of primatial authority beginning with Saint Peter. Pope Leo XIII related in his Encyclical Satis Cognitum: “It is by the will of God the Church rests upon St. Peter, just as a building rests on its foundation. Now the proper nature of a foundation is to be a principle of cohesion for the various parts of the building. It must be the necessary condition of stability and strength. Remove it and the whole building falls. It is consequently the office of St. Peter to support the Church, and to guard it in all its strength and indestructible unity.”

On this day, we remember previous Popes who have helped shape the Church in profound ways, and also pray for the current Pope, that he may continue to lead and guide the faithful in building the Kingdom of God.

Ash Wednesday Wednesday, March 2, 2022 Imposition of Ashes will take place in the church at the following times: 9:00 AM (Mass) 12:15 PM 4:00 PM 5:30PM 7:00 PM Ministers will be in church distributing ashes at the times above and will continue while there is a line of people.

Saint of the Week: Vincent de Paul, Priest, c. 1580-1660 Vincent was born at Pouy, France, in 1581, the third of six children. His parents, who were poor farmers, recognized his potential and were determined to give him a good education. He was educated at the college at Dax and at the University of Toulouse and was then ordained at the early age of twenty.

While not a lot is known of this period in his life, we do know that in 1605, while on a trip to Marseilles, Vincent was captured by pirates and sold into slavery in North Africa. Following his escape from Tunisia in 1607, he became chaplain to the Queen of France and tutor to the children of the Count de Joigny.

At this point in his life, by his own telling, Vincent’s ambition was little more than to have a comfortable life.

Read more HERE.

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Worship Schedule: Eight Sunday in Ordinary Time Saturday, February 26th & Sunday, February 27th

Saturday, 4:00 PM (Church) Sunday 8:00 AM (Church)

Altar Server

Cantor

Reader 1

Reader 2

Mark Hines William Hines

Marybeth Jacobson

Bruno Savo

Charles Young

Jill Russo

Rita Duenas

Annette Raynor— Sub Requested

Alexander Lennon Sophia Lennon

Sunday 10:00 AM (Church)

Jonathan Stubbs Server Needed

Jill Russo

Sunday 12:00 PM (Church)

Jimmy Schatzle Jack Schatzle

Jill Russo (with choir)

EMHC

Organ Host—Louise Habrack Tabernacle Host—Irene Weller Alternate—Susan Murphy

Organ Host—Joseph Flanagan Tabernacle Host—Gina Shute Tabernacle Host—Marsha Grigoli Alternate—Jane Slattery

Carl Simone

Jennifer Stubbs

Organ Host—Sandra Montefusco Tabernacle Host—Carol Donahue (Sub Req) Tabernacle Host—Gregory Calderaro Alternate—Marueen Geiger

T Mullin

Richard Gerbino

Organ Host—Emily Santangelo Tabernacle Host—Lee Gesner Tabernacle Host—Patricia Gesner Alternate—Monica Barr

For 2022 - Make a goal to be more involved at The Parish of Saint Mary!

As you plan for the new year, please consider becoming a liturgical minister or part of our music ministry!

Altar Servers, Ushers, Readers, Cantors and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion are very important to our parish and we would love you to be involved!

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

Create a free account: www.stmaryscoltsneck.formed.org Parish Access Code: KQ4VQ3 Elements of the Catholic Mass is designed to help the faithful better appreciate the beauty of the Mass. Featuring Fr. Douglas Martis, former director of the Liturgical Institute, the program consists of thirty-one beautifully produced short videos. Each episode comes with a discussion guide with references, Elements of the Catholic Mass is ideal for personal faith formation or family / group discussion.

Click HERE for this week’s episode.

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February 20, 2022

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Martha Mary Guild News Marty’s Place Senior Dog Sanctuary

Did you know ….

The causes of falls in the elderly include such things as muscle weakness, poor balance and vision, lack of confidence at moving about, and the effect of medication, walking on uneven ground, over-reaching, or over stepping.

Tai Chi is a low impact, weight bearing exercise; and with regular Tai Chi practice, it helps build internal strength, reduce falls, and improve the quality of life.

Barbara Schaflin, certified instructor of Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention; Diabetes; Memory; and Rehabilitation/Rejuvenation, has taught 103 participants this past year in the various disciplines. Beginner and Advanced Classes are offered Thursday mornings, in the Northax (Gathering Space) 10:0010:45; 11:00-12 Noon respectively.

Contact: BarbaraSchaflin10@verizon.net

End Of Year Contribution Statement If you wish to receive a statement of your 2021 charitable contributions by mail, please provide a self-addressed stamped envelope to the parish office or drop it in the collection box by January 31, 2022.

Requests will be processed & mailed by the end of January.

Alternatively a 2021 total contribution accounting may be retrieved from My Own Church Portal.

An official contribution statement can also be sent by email. Please email us at: parishoffice@stmaryscoltsneck.org Please do not make your request by phone.

Imagine being abandoned simply because you’re old— er. That’s what happened to Rex, a 14-year-old Pekingese from New York City, whose owners abandoned him on the streets one day after deeming him too much of a burden. Fortunately for Rex, a concerned pet lover, animal rescuer and Marty’s Place Senior Dog Sanctuary all came to his rescue.

“So many dogs like Rex are simply cast away when they reach their senior years,” said Doreen Jakubcak, founder and executive director of Marty’s Place. “We were happy to take Rex in and give him a second chance at life”.

At Marty’s Place, located in Upper Freehold Township, NJ, senior dogs, 7 years of age or older, receive physical comfort, emotional care and enrichment in a safe, loving and protected environment. Each dog has ample living space, human and canine companionship, consistent medical and dental care, and access to physically and mentally stimulating activities suited to their age and abilities.

Senior dogs come to Marty’s Place for various reasons, including: Relocation or displacement; medical issues or transition to a long-term care facility; financial challenges; estate planning provisions.

The Vision of Marty’s Place is to enhance the lives of senior dogs by committing to a forever home in our sanctuary. Even though up in age, they still like sitting by a lake, greeting those they meet, and engaging with any dog that would come their way.

On Wednesday 9 March 2022, Doreen Jakubeck, founder and executive director of Marty’s Place will be our vibrant guest speaker who will share this remarkable story.

Every month, the Guild collects items for various organizations. This month the following items will be collected for Marty’s Place: Swiffer wet jet pads and solution refill bottles, extra-large or giant size training pads. They already have a good supply of toys/treats/blankets.

Please note that the rosary is prayed in the “former chapel’ at 11:30 a.m. This is a lovely tradition that the Guild established several years ago and we look forward to many participants.

BYOL (Bring Your Own Lunch) is at noon, and the program will begin around 12:30.

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Faith Formation Julia Cullen

Pastoral Coordinator of Religion Education Grade 1–8 ReligiousEd@stmaryscoltsneck.org 732-780-2666 X 309

Rose Farrow

Coordinator of Faith Formation for Youth & Adult Catechesis YouthRE@stmaryscoltsneck.org 732-780-2666 X 310

Religious Education Registration & Re-Registration

The early discounted price continues through February. Registration closes 31 March.

The on campus/in person Summer RE is nearing the limit of maximum students.

It is first come first serve and classes will be closed when numbers are met.

7th grade Mini-retreat Dates and times have been set for the mandatory parent/student mini-retreat The Liturgy of The Word Dismissal is the practice of having the children, ages 4-12, leave the Sunday assembly during the Liturgy of the Word and gather in a separate environment to engage in the Liturgy of the Word at a level more appropriate to the children’s understanding.

Every Sunday at 10am mass We are still in need of a few more parent/ parishioner volunteers to help facilitate. Please contact the Religious Education office if interested.

Thank you to all who dropped off Valentine’s Day Cards for our local soldiers!

Over 3,500 Valentines were collected and given to the men and women of service.

They were extremely appreciative for all the words of kindness received.

7th grade: February 27, 2022 One parent must attend with student.

The retreat is for both the online Google classes and the live on campus group.

The retreat will replace the regularly scheduled class times for that week (no class for 7th grade on 2/27, 2/28).

The retreat will begin with 12:00 Mass and ending at approximately 3:00pm.

FEBRUARY Religious Education Newsletter

2 March 2022- Ash Wednesday– Fishers of Men Intergenerational Food collection for the hungry is on Ash Wednesday from 3:30pm to 5:30 and can be dropped off in the narthex.

After the 4pm or 5:30pm Ash Wednesday service, join us for a craft in Madonna Hall. Please RSVP HERE There will be a sign in sheet for intergenerational credit for grades 1-6 in Madonna Hall. Confirmation prep class students can receive 1.5 hours of community service for 2 complete food lists and .5 hour for each additional list 2.5 hour max. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

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February 20, 2022

Speak with a Priest Struggling

with a life event and in need of spiritual assistance? Want to celebrate the Sacrament of Penance outside the normal Confession times? Trying to find your way back to engagement with the Church? Discerning vocation? Looking to complete your Sacraments of Initiation and wish to chat about the journey?

St Mary is offering the opportunity for parishioners to chat with a priest who is only indirectly engaged with the parish.

If interested please contact Fr Mike Walsh by phone 732-780-2666 x205 or email frmike.walsh@stmaryscoltsneck.org

Pastoral Care Spiritual Companionship Counseling Pastoral Care Spiritual Companionship Counseling is a ministry which provides spiritual consolation and recovery resource information for those who thirst for grace and healing.

Program Participants will:  Understand the spiritual dimension of the trauma, including its devastating physiological and psychological effects.  Learn to cope with current issues through motivation, interview, and listening.  Effectively work to transform their way of life by following the Will of God  Establish a recovery plan

“Together, We Make a Difference” Learn more & sign up

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Lenten Regulations Guidelines of the Universal Church The Catholic Church in the United States requires of us as baptized Catholics to observe the following: The days of fast (only one full meal per day) and abstinence (no meat) are Ash Wednesday (March 2) and Good Friday (April 15). All other Fridays of Lent (March 4 through April 8) are days of abstinence (no meat).

Fast—consume only one full meal. Water may be taken throughout the day Abstinence– consume no meat; this obligation prohibits the eating of meat but not eggs, milk products or condiments of any kind, even though made from animal fat.

Baptized Catholics between the ages of 18 and 59 are obliged to fast and those from the age of 14 are also obliged to abstain.

Those who are automatically dispensed from fast and abstinence regulations outside the age limits noted above include: the physically or mentally ill, especially individuals suffering from chronic illnesses such as diabetes.

Also included n the dispensation are women who are pregnant or nursing. In all cases, common sense should prevail and ill persons should not further jeopardize their health by fasting All are encouraged to embrace these practices as part of our spiritual journey.

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February 20, 2022

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Quo vadis…

My Dear Parishioners:

spect for the office. A return to civility is needed and will hopefully return at some Today we celebrate the Seventh Sunday in point in the future. Enjoy the holiday!

Ordinary Time. The gospel this weekend offers an insight for dying to self so that we Registration/re-registration for our Summer might rise to new life in Christ. Just as Saul Religious Education Initiatives are well unwas God’s anointed, so are we. In Baptism derway.

Those planning to participate we too are claimed by God as his own, and should do so as soon as possible. Space is become priests, prophets and kings. We are first come, first served. The reduced fees end Christianized being given identity in Christ shortly and the regular fees will begin during Jesus. However, all of this makes demands the month of March. Thanks for your coopon us. We are to live our lives in the same eration in this important matter. self-sacrificing way as Christ; that is, love enemies strive for the more noble way. As This weekend we kick off the 2022 Annual Christians we are to be merciful as God is Catholic Appeal for our Diocese of Trenton. merciful. Further there is reward for whatev- Each year this appeal assists our Most Reverer giving we undertake: For the measure with end Bishop in providing for the needs in our which you measure will in turn be measured four county Diocese of Trenton. I am grateout to you. Our way of living is based on ful for your attention and generosity to this what we might expect from God toward us. important initiative. Please know that I At the same time we know that God’s mercy would not ask you to participate in somefar exceeds even our best efforts. Nonethe- thing that I would not participate in myself less we strive to be faith-filled generous stew- personally. Let’s pull together and make our ards of all that we have received. goal.

This weekend we are given the civic holiday to hon or our Presidents of the United States of America. This is an opportunity for us to reflect on the gift of freedom that we are granted by the founding documents and the leadership of our elected presidents. We have had many great leaders and some less stellar. It is important that we not focus on the person or personality but rather on the office of the President of The United States.

I continue to be alarmed by the increasing lack of respect t for the office of the president for the past 50 years or so. I think that we have done and continue to do a great disservice to our children and all those who will come after us. I am not advocating for a blind catatonic deference; but, rather a re-

Father Patrick McPartland, Pastor of Saint Catharine Parish, Holmdel, and I have been talking about becoming more present to each other’s communities. Sharing of resources and extra clergy have been mutually beneficial. Fr. Pat and I will trade celebrating weekday mass one time per month and two weekend masses once every three months. This is another way in which we put feet on the vision of Faith in Our Future for our Cohort 13.

I am taking some time off for rest and rejuvenation before we launch into the Lent-Holy Week-Easter Seasons. Have a great week.

Let us remember one another in prayer.

Happy Sunday. Peace. Father Jeff

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Temporal Administration, Stewardship & Outreach Edwin A. Sevillano TemporalAdmin@stmaryscoltsneck.org $

Sharing Our Treasure February 13, 2022

Weekly Sacrificial Stewardship

$14,090

Envelope Contributions

$7,087

Electronic/Online Contributions

$6,323

Loose Contributions

$679 272 $49.30

# Registered Parishioner Households

1,002

"If you bestow your bread on the hungry and satisfy the afflicted; Then light shall rise for you in the darkness, and the gloom shall become for you like midday; Then the Lord will guide you always and give you plenty even on the parched land. He will renew your strength, and you shall be like a watered garden, like a spring whose water never fails". Isaiah 58:10-11 THANK YOU for the Sacrificial Stewardship Offerings as we support the ministries, programs and facilities of our parish. May God Bless you for the sacrifices that you make.

Support The Parish of Saint Mary through Online Giving!

This weekend is Collection Weekend at our parish. Thank you to those parishioners who have already made their gift to the 2022 Annual Appeal.

Will you join your fellow parishioners in supporting this effort that strengthens many important programs and ministries across the Diocese of Trenton? Our goal, $75,000, can only be achieved through YOUR generosity!

If you have not yet made a gift, there will be pledge forms available in the pew and in the back of church, or you can visit www.dioceseoftrenton.org/catholicappeal to send your gift electronically. Make sure to select St. Mary Catholic Church, Colts Neck in the Parish Affiliation box so we can receive credit for your gift.

Your gift will truly make a difference. Thank you for your prayers and support.

EMERGENCY CLOSING INFORMATION: In the event that the Parish Office is closed and Religious Education classes or Masses must be cancelled due to inclement weather, loss of power, etc., we will attempt to keep you informed as follows:

https://giving.parishsoft.com/smcn

Sign-in for our Online Giving system to make your parish offerings from your bank account or Credit Card! You can also download the ConnectNow Giving App for Android or iOS

Thank you for your continuous support!

- Updated outgoing announcements on our main telephone line—732-780-2666.

- Parish-wide email sent to email address is on file.

- Notification on website: www.stmarycoltsneck.org

During Lent, we are asked to focus more intently on "almsgiving," which means donating money or goods to the poor and performing other acts of charity.

As one of the three pillars of Lenten practice, almsgiving is "a witness to fraternal charity" and "a work of justice pleasing to God." (Catechism of the Catholic Church, no. 2462).

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March 2—April 10, 2022 LENT IS COMING! Join our faith community—and more than 12,000 Catholic communities across the United States—in a transformative Lenten journey with CRS Rice Bowl. Pick up your family’s CRS Rice Bowl from the church next weekend. During the 40 days of Lent, we will reflect on global hunger and take action to help our sisters and brothers impacted by this injustice. Visit crsricebowl.org to learn more.

HELP SAVE LIVES IN MONMOUTH COUNTY! Protect mothers and children by joining this worldwide witness of prayer, fasting, peaceful vigils, and community outreach.

Take part in 40 Days for Life in Monmouth County Vigil Location: Planned Parenthood at 69 E. Newman Springs Road, Shrewsbury, NJ 07702.

Vigil Hours: Monday through Friday 8 am to 6 pm. Saturday / Sunday - at will.

Local Contact: monmouth4life@hotmail.com Learn More... 40daysforlife.com/shrewsbury Check our Resources for Educational Information, Prayer and Pregnancy Resources.

Come and Bring a Friend... or 2... or 3!

40 Days For Life/Shrewsbury is a peaceful, prayerful witness. There is no shouting, foul language or graphic signs. As always, stay on the sidewalk or public right of way. Do not go on private property, block driveway or park in Planned Parenthood lot.

Please follow current COVID 19 protocols.

Future Generation Early Learning Center at The Parish of Saint Mary is currently enrolling for the 2022 School Year.

Flexible schedule for children 2 and up.

Small class sizes.

Research based curriculum.

Join our family today!

Call 732-780-0135 today for more information

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February 20, 2022

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!

All programs will be offered online and in person unless otherwise indicated.

ASH WEDNESDAY RETREAT Wednesday, March 2, 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM We love beginning Lent together with this retreat at Francis House because it provides a gentle structure for the six-week journey ahead. This year Life Is Messy by Matthew Kelly will guide your Lenten journey. Liturgy is included with the reception of ashes within it. Donation: $35, includes lunch and book for your 6-week Lenten journey; Zoom $20.

PACKING WELL FOR THE PILGRIMAGE OF LENT Thursday, March 3, 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM A 40-day Lenten journey cannot succeed without good planning and needed supplies. Come away for a mini-retreat and stock up on the graces you will need for the road which lies before you. Donation: $25, includes lunch; Zoom $20.

ZOOM ONLY LENTEN SERIES “LENT: OUR HOLY WRESTLING” 5 Tuesdays, 7:00 – 8:00 PM March 8, 15, 22, 29 and April 5 Jesus’ experience in the desert models for us the reality of wrestling with all things human. Guided

by Ronald Rohlheiser’s book, Wrestling with God, let us find grace in who we are and how we are. Donation: $50.

ZOOM ONLY LENTEN SERIES A WRITING RETREAT 5 Thursdays, 7:00 – 8:30 PM March 10, 17, 24, 31 and April 7 How is my life a revelation of God? Enjoy this 5part Lenten series which will incorporate prayer, individual time with writing prompts and group time to share and motivate each other in how to express with the written word what lies within each person’s sacred story. We will use Writing the Sacred Journey by Elizabeth Jarrett Andrew. Donation: $75.

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March 8, 15, 22, 29 6:00 – 8:30 PM $25 per Evening, $80 for all 4 Looking for some spiritual nourishment this Lent?

Come to our Lenten Soup for the Soul Evenings this March!

Join us for some soup, fellowship, prayer and reflection to feed your body, mind, heart, and soul!

Tuesday, March 8, 2022 Living the Lent You Get Presenter: Christine Marie Eberle

Tuesday, March 15, 2022 The Slow, Brave Work of Forgiveness Presenter: Janet Corso

Tuesday, March 22, 2022 Watch and Pray: A Contemporary Meditation on The Way of the Cross Presenter: Michelle Sullivan Tuesday, March 29, 2022 A Lenten Heart for the Cosmos Presenter: Immacolata Cassetta, CND Space is limited; registration is required To register: e-mail register@sanalfonsoretreats.org Phone: 732-222-2731, X140 To register online or for full program description visit www.sanalfonsoretreats.org

CHURCH OF THE NATIVITY – FAIR HAVEN DIVORCED AND SEPARATED MINISTRY Church of the Nativity in Fair Haven is pleased to announce its continuing ministry for separated and divorced Catholics entitled, “Surviving Divorce: Hope and Healing for the Catholic Family”, a healing program being offered beginning on March 9, 2022 and continuing for twelve weeks on Wednesday evenings from 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm, ending on May 25, 2022.

The meetings will be held at Church of the Nativity, 180 Ridge Road, Fair Haven in the Library on the 2nd Floor of the Parish Office (entrance behind the Church building).

If interested, please email: healingheartswithfriends@gmail.com. If you have any questions, please call either Ray DeSibio 732-939-3467 or Maura Bogner 858-357-3473.